I understand how research might be conducted in this field
as a result of taking this seminar.

1. I enjoy meeting students who have similar interests

2. I anticipate staying in contact with some of the students I met in this seminar

1. Would you feel comfortable seeking help (academic or otherwise)
from this instructor in the future?

2. As a result of taking this Transfer Seminar,
are you more likely to seek help (academic or otherwise)
from other faculty members?

1. The instructor encouraged students to participate in class discussions.

2. Students were encouraged to question or challenge the course material

1. Would you recommend to your friends and peers
that they enroll in a Transfer Seminar?

1. How would you rate the overall quality of this Transfer Seminar?

2. How would you rate the overall teaching effectiveness of the instructor?

Over 96% of students enrolled in 2008-2009 Transfer Seminars
found both their seminars and instructors good to excellent!!

"The frequent contact made me feel more comfortable about my time here at UCI.  I am more comfortable with approaching faculty members and actively participating in discussions." "I really enjoyed the small classroom setting that I used to experience at my community college. It was nice to discuss the challenges of going to a new school with a seasoned professor. "

"It helped me realize that things aren't as bad as I once perceived it to be.  It got me to understand that even teachers at UCI are easy to communicate with."

"Having a one on one discussion with my professor made me feel more confident about being a transfer student at UCI."

"I enjoyed being able to communicate with the faculty member on a one-on-one basis and feel that my concerns and thoughts were being taken seriously. After being in large lectures, this transfer seminar was a welcome change since it allowed me greater contact with a faculty member and other students."

"I think the idea of having a closer interaction with a faculty is such a great idea and it shows UCI cares significantly about particular students, such as freshmen, and transfer students."

"I have decided to do research eventually, because of this course, and I have a better understanding on how to go about getting involved in it. I also feel more confident since I have someone to turn to." "It was a great opportunity because it was the one class that I enjoyed going to and I definitely feel like I learned a lot of things that I can apply to the real world."

"This helped me integrate many things from my major to everyday life."

"I think that many classes involve in-depth research on single topics. I've realized the importance of research in all of my courses and this one is no exception. This certainly made research seem more accessible and I have thoroughly enjoyed the class."

"It helped me focus on what goals I want to accomplish academically."

"I was really happy with the transfer seminar. It was fun and stimulating at the same time."

"This transfer seminar is very helpful and interesting. Outside the lecture and discussion, the Professor took time to introduce the class to her research lab, which I have found so interesting. It helped me to understand more about "abstract" methods in the lecture by looking at the reality."

"I think every student should at least participate in one seminar during their time here at UCI. I really enjoyed the experience of being in a small class and interacting with a faculty member and other students."

"The transfer seminar program is a very good program for transfer students.  Transfer students like me are able to get to know the faculty member and obtain lots of important information which can be hard if we want to find out ourselves. I would like to attend more transfer seminars in the future."