Meet Cas Flores, a transfer student from Denver, CO!

Cas transferred to Missouri State University from Wichita State University. Cas is pursuing the Psychology program at Missouri State University.

When asked why Cas chose to transfer to Missouri State University, Cas said that the Psychology and Criminology programs influenced the decision to transfer, along with the number and types of courses offered.

Cas says, “moving to a new state and city, without family and friends” has been the most challenging part of transferring to Missouri State. Cas says, “the classes and the environment at MSU” have been the most enjoyable part of the transfer experience.

Cas’s advice for a new transfer student would be to not, “hesitate to ask questions and advocate for yourself when you hit a dead end. Moving can be intimidating and is often a completely new experience for many.”

Cas would like to take this opportunity to give a shout-out to the people who have supported Cas the most during the transfer process at Missouri State – Cas’s brother, Joshua, who “helped me physically move”, Dr. Lewis, “for introducing me to resources for the Native Community”, and Judi M., “who has provided sound advice during my work-study in TRIO/Access & Success”.

Meet Tyler Schroeder, a transfer student from Ava, MO!

Tyler transferred to Missouri State University from Drury University. Tyler is pursuing the Digital Film & Television Production major at Missouri State University.

Tyler chose to transfer to Missouri State because of the campus and, “one of my best friends goes to Missouri State.”

Tyler says that the most challenging part of the transfer process was being in a new environment where he doesn’t, “know anyone aside from my one friend who goes here.” Getting the opportunity to interact with other students has been the most enjoyable part, with Tyler saying, “the ice cream meetup we did at the beginning of the year” being his favorite event so far.

Tyler would like to take this opportunity to give a shout-out to the person who has supported Tyler the most during the transfer process – his mom! Tyler says, “Thanks, Mom, for helping me pack.”

Meet Bradley Bateman, a transfer student from Decatur, IL!

Bradley transferred to Missouri State University from Ozarks Tech. Bradley is pursuing the Biology/Wildlife and Fisheries Biology and the Mathematics/Statistics programs at Missouri State University.

When asked why Bradley chose to transfer to Missouri State University, Bradley said, “the ease of transfer from OTC, as well as scholarships and research opportunities.”

Bradley says, “getting to know a new campus was the hardest part of transferring to MSU.” Bradley has enjoyed Missouri State so far, saying that the most enjoyable part of the process has been, “getting to meet a host of new scientists that share my research interests.”

Bradley’s advice for a new transfer student would be to, “meet new people and talk with your professors. You will learn a lot!”

Bradley would like to take this opportunity to give a shout-out to the people who have supported Bradley the most during the transfer process at Missouri State – the faculty and staff. Bradley says, “The administrative faculty have been AMAZING, and they probably don’t get enough praise for the work that they do. I have had several questions about my financial aid and scholarships that the staff have been able to answer and help me make better sense of my financial situation. OFFICE OF FINANCIAL AID ROCKS! Also, Donna Rebmann, the MSU transfer advisor stationed at OTC, was a huge help in making sure my transfer was smooth and stress-free!”

Meet Colorado Quinn, a transfer student from Willard, MO!

Colorado transferred to Missouri State University from Lindenwood University. Colorado is pursuing the Speech and Theatre Education major at Missouri State University.

When asked why Colorado chose to transfer to Missouri State University, Colorado said, “I decided to change my major from BFA Theatre Performance to Theatre Education and my old school did not have the program. My director from high school was an MSU alum and thought it would be a good fit for me.”

Colorado says that being overwhelmed was the most challenging part of the transfer experience. “There was a lot of information to process, paperwork to file, and people to meet.” Colorado also said that moving was challenging, as Colorado had, “built a life at my old school and I felt like I was starting completely over.” Colorado does feel as though changing majors was the right call, as Colorado, “absolutely loves my major. Teaching is my passion. I’m so thrilled to finally be pursuing it as my career. My practicum teaching has been very fulfilling so far and my classes have all been great.”

Colorado’s advice for a new transfer student would be to, “check on your paperwork often and turn on your MSU email notifications! Communication is very important, especially if you’re not physically in Springfield before the start of the school year.”

Colorado would like to take this opportunity to give a shout-out to the people who have supported Colorado the most during the transfer process as Missouri State – Colorado’s advisors, family, and friends. Colorado says, “My advisors have been helpful for me finding my feet at this school so far. My family and friends have been so supportive throughout this transition period and I’m so thankful for them!”