{"id":948,"date":"2021-01-05T17:17:47","date_gmt":"2021-01-05T17:17:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/?p=948"},"modified":"2022-05-05T17:18:10","modified_gmt":"2022-05-05T17:18:10","slug":"winona-state-wednesdays-video-series-to-help-students-apply-and-register-for-college","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/blog\/winona-state-wednesdays-video-series-to-help-students-apply-and-register-for-college\/","title":{"rendered":"Winona State Wednesdays: Video Series Provides a Personal Guide to Applying to WSU"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-959\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2021\/01\/WSW-blog-header-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Students meet with an admissions advisor from Winona State University to plan what's possible. During COVID-19 such meetings are taking place virtually.\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1440\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2021\/01\/WSW-blog-header-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2021\/01\/WSW-blog-header-1280x720.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2021\/01\/WSW-blog-header-980x551.jpg 980w, https:\/\/blogs.winona.edu\/rochester\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/26\/2021\/01\/WSW-blog-header-480x270.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2560px, 100vw\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Are you applying to Winona State University-Rochester as a transfer student? Want to return to college to complete your bachelor&#8217;s degree? Looking to pursue an advanced degree? Winona State University is ready to help you on every step of your journey.<\/p>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h4>Meet What&#8217;s Possible with Winona State Wednesdays<\/h4>\n<p>COVID-19 may have changed the ways that we connect with you, but it has not changed how important that connection is. The traditional campus visit and in-person college fairs remain on hold, but that doesn&#8217;t mean your education has to wait. We know that your future is essential. That&#8217;s why we are providing a full range of virtual experiences through the spring to help you pursue your goals without any further interruption.<\/p>\n<p>Meet what\u2019s possible with <em>Winona State Wednesdays<\/em>, a new weekly live video series hosted by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/rochester\/visit\/connect.asp\">Sammie Eckerson<\/a>, Recruitment and Admissions Advisor for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/rochester\/\">WSU-Rochester<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/gradstudies\/\">Graduate Studies<\/a>. Sammie will provide a step-by-step guide to joining the Winona State University campus community.<\/p>\n<p>We will give you a quick and comprehensive overview of exactly what you can expect during the process, from applying, to finding scholarships, to transferring credits, to registering for classes, to accessing the support services that will help you succeed in your studies.<\/p>\n<p>Join Sammie on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/WSURochester\">WSU-Rochester Facebook page<\/a> most Wednesdays at Noon for this live video event. Check out the full schedule of <em>Winona State Wednesdays<\/em> online events below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/rochester\/visit\/connect.asp\">Connect with an admissions advisor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/rochester\/transfer-admissions\/\">Learn more about transfer admissions at WSU-Rochester<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/gradstudies\/\">Learn more about Graduate Studies at WSU<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Schedule an Individual or Group Appointment<\/h4>\n<p>Want a personal advising session? Have questions? Reach out to Sammie Eckerson at 507.703.1894 or <a href=\"mailto:sdeckerson@winona.edu\">sdeckerson@winona.edu<\/a>. You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/outlook.office365.com\/owa\/calendar\/SammieEckersonsAppointmentCalendar@MinnState.edu\/bookings\/\">schedule an online appointment<\/a> to meet with Sammie for an individual consultation.<\/p>\n<p>Want to bring one of our Transfer &amp; Graduate Admission Counselors to your business, organization, school, or classroom? We provide virtual presentations that can be tailored to your group. To request a group presentation, email us at <a href=\"mailto:wsurochester@winona.edu\">wsurochester@winona.edu<\/a> and include the nature of your group (business, student pre-professional club, workforce development, etc.), availability, and the type of presentation that you are looking for.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><em>Winona State Wednesdays<\/em> Weekly Schedule<\/h4>\n<p>We look forward to meeting with you! Click the link on each week to connect with our Facebook Live events. All <em>Winona State Wednesdays <\/em>videos will broadcast live at 12:00 PM CST and will last for approximately 15 minutes with time to respond to your comments and answer your questions. Join us on your lunch break! All videos will be available to view on the <a href=\"http:\/\/facebook.com\/wsurochester\">WSU-Rochester Facebook page<\/a> following each live session. \u00a0Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/rochester\/visit\/connect.asp\">website for a full list of virtual visit opportunities<\/a> for prospective students.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/517596119153875\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">January 13, 12 PM- How to fill out the WSU-Rochester Transfer Application<\/a> <\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>It is time to apply for Fall 2021! Sammie will show you how to fill out the WSU application for transfer students. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/517596119153875\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/472209197495986\/\"><strong>January 20, 12 PM\u2013 How to fill out the WSU Graduate Studies Application<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>It is time to apply for Fall 2021! Sammie will show you how to fill out the WSU application for graduate studies.\u00a0 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/472209197495986\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/770945070171351\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>February 3, 12 PM\u2013 How to fill out the WSU-Rochester Transfer Application<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>It is time to apply for Fall 2021! Sammie will show you how to fill out the WSU application for transfer students. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/770945070171351\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/669172433763092\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>February 10, 12 PM \u2013 Keep Learning with Online Education<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>Get ready to keep learning in 2021&#8230; no matter what happens! Sammie will show you how to keep learning in our online environment. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/669172433763092\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/416238046294238\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>February 24, 12 PM\u2013 What is the Path to Purple?\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.winona.edu\/rochester\/transfer-admissions\/rctc.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Path to Purple<\/a> and<a title=\"WSU-Rochester Transfer Pathways\" href=\"https:\/\/www.rctc.edu\/academics\/transfer-pathways\/\"> Transfer Pathways<\/a> make it easy to complete an associate degree and then transfer to WSU-Rochester to earn a bachelor&#8217;s degree! Sammie will be joined by Paula Carlsen to walk you through these transfer opportunities and help you determine if your credits will transfer. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/416238046294238\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/339821480324575\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>March 3, 12 PM \u2013 College Affordability<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>How much will tuition cost? Can you afford college? Get the answers you deserve before you invest in your future. Sammie will discuss the WSU cost of tuition for our transfer and graduate students. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/339821480324575\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2232261036918157\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>March 17, 12 PM\u2013 How to Find Scholarships\u00a0<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<div class=\"o9v6fnle cxmmr5t8 oygrvhab hcukyx3x c1et5uql\">Scholarships are an important way to pay for college. There are a few different places on the Winona State website to find scholarships to apply for. Sammie will provide her inside expertise on finding and getting college scholarships. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2232261036918157\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1669503173230535\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>March 24, 12 PM \u2013 Register for Classes<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>Once you have been accepted to WSU, it is time to register! Sammie will walk students through the registration process. We&#8217;ll discuss the steps of e-services, D2L, access codes, and making sure you are ready to register. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/1669503173230535\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2497094703917809\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>March 31, 12 PM\u2013 Support Services for Students<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>WSU provides a wide variety of personal support services that are available to students in Rochester and beyond. What are the campus services for transfer, graduate, and distance learning students? How do you find the services? Sammie will show you all that we can do to help you succeed. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2497094703917809\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Join the Facebook Live event.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meet what\u2019s possible with Winona State Wednesdays, a new weekly live video series hosted by Sammie Eckerson, Recruitment and Admissions Advisor for WSU-Rochester and Graduate Studies. 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