AWC transfer conference presented in collaboration with university partners and Earn to Learn
February 21, 2025Week-long event slated to be held at AWC Yuma Campus for students, alumni
Yuma, Ariz. (February 21, 2025) – Mark your calendars for the 5th-Annual Desert Southwest Transfer Conference, which will take place on March 3-6 in collaboration with AWC’s university partners and Earn to Learn. The week-long event will feature a series of transfer-focused activities to support and prepare students and alumni for a successful transition to the university of their choice.
“The Desert Southwest Transfer Conference will provide students with the tools they need to succeed in their higher education journey. Don’t miss this opportunity for valuable insights and connections,” said Martha Cordova, AWC Director of Transfer Services.
Monday will kickstart the week with multiple events, including the Yuma Transfer and Career Expo—where attendees can discover higher education options, job openings, and internships—followed by the AWC Transfer Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony to celebrate the center’s grand opening. The day will conclude with a keynote address from Gabriela Amavizca, Earn to Learn’s Director of Scholarship and Workforce Programs, delivering an encouraging message about educational growth and the resources that empower student achievement.
Throughout the week, students can attend information sessions and workshops hosted by Arizona State University, University of Arizona, and Northern Arizona University. These university-specific events will provide freshman or transfer students with a gateway to explore program options and initiate their admissions process for Fall 2025. Students are encouraged to register for admissions workshops to establish connections with university representatives and receive personalized support for their inquiries and transfer process steps.
For students seeking financial support, Earn to Learn will offer informational workshops throughout the week on university scholarships and available resources.
Events will be held at the AWC Yuma Campus, 2020 S. Ave. 8E. A campus map can be found here.
Below is the complete Desert Southwest Transfer Conference Event Schedule:
Monday, March 3
• Yuma Transfer and Career Expo, 3C Breezeway, 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
• Transfer Center Ribbon Cutting, AWC Transfer Center (3C), 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
• Keynote Speaker-Earn to Learn, MAC 106, 2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday, March 4
• Arizona State University Day, 3C Breezeway/3C 2206, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 5
• University of Arizona Express Decision Day, AS Lobby, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 6
• Northern Arizona University Transfer Day, 3C Breezeway, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Find the conference schedule of events, details, and registration links online at azwestern.edu/transferconference.
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About Earn to Learn:
Earn to Learn offers matched-savings scholarships to empower and support students on their educational journey. These scholarships provide participating students with wrap-around service support, including financial education, workforce development, and advising resources. In 2024, Earn to Learn partnered with Arizona Western Entrepreneurial College to offer a scholarship opportunity that combines savings with financial support for eligible AWC certificates, occupational degrees, and select transfer degrees, making education more accessible and equipping students with the resources needed for the workforce.
Contact:
Angela Amezaga
Transfer Services and Program Coordinator
Arizona Western College
angela.amezaga@azwestern.edu
(928) 344-7630