Introductions
True or False: The TSM Confidentiality Statement asks me to not disclose my Appalachian username and password as I will be given access to sensitive student information.
True
Where and when do the weekly transfer events take place?
Tuesdays at 7pm in the Ballroom of MLH
What method(s) of communication is used for TSMs?
Gmail and Google Chat
What are the minimum admission requirements for transfer students?
24 hours and 2.25
Students can use this to get around town for free
AppalCart
Your first name, title as a Transfer Student Mentor, major, and your previous college before transferring to App are a part of what?
What are the basic components of your introductory statement?
What does TSM and TAE stand for?
Transfer Student Mentor and Transfer Admissions & Engagement
Which social media sites does TSM use?
Facebook and Instagram
When was Appalachian State University Founded
1899
When can students park without a pass?
This is a brief statement of why you choose to attend Appalachian
What is the "Why App" statement?
What events are all TSM's expected to attend? (5 total answers)
TSM Retreat, Orientation, Weekly Meetings, All events that you sign-up to attend, as many TAE/MLH sponsored events as you can
True or False
Answer every question, if you do not know the answer, answer to the best of your ability
False
How many students attend Appalachian?
20,000 (as of Oct, 2022)
True or False, the textbook rental fee is covered by financial aid AND can be opted out.
True
While a TSM it is important that personal information remain confidential. This is the purpose of what statement?
TSM Confidentiality Statement
When are you expected to wear the TAE polo or App State t-shirts?
All events in which you are representing Transfer Admissions & Engagement.
Google Drive
What fraction of the students at App are transfer students?
1/4
False
Why is better to start with statements rather than questions when greeting students and their guests?
It is better to state "Welcome, and I hope you are having a good day " rather than ask. A campus visit or online visit can be stressful for students and their families and our questions might make them more anxious or nervous. We can ask questions after they have had a chance to relax.
You are expected to find a replacement for which type of absence(s).
Due to schedule conflict
Meeting and events will contain what information on the Google Calendar? (5 answers)
Name of event, Date and Time, Location, Dress Code, other notes
What is the Student to Faculty ratio?
16:1
The academic and social disorientation experienced by students following a transfer from one institution to another that usually results in a temporary drop in GPA.
What is transfer shock?