TSP Fall 2024 Cohort

Marshall Transfer Success Program (TSP)

 

TSP

TSP is a 7-session, 9-week program that helps incoming Marshall transfer students maximize their time at USC and build a community among other transfer students. 

Read below for more information, and when you are ready to apply to the Marshall Transfer Success Program,
the application can be found here: 
https://usc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bIUuSrTDoYtDuXs

(Incoming Leventhal Transfer Students should apply to the Leventhal Transfer Program: 
https://usc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5uVNbIhax2hJpmm)

Benefits of Joining

  • Gain access to a community of peers at Marshall that can be a continuous source of support during the program and throughout your time at USC;
  • Receive personalized assistance regarding academic and career goals from Marshall staff, including the Marshall Student Affairs Team, Marshall Career Advisors, and Marshall faculty;
  • Be introduced to university resources as you transition into USC Marshall;
  • Network with and learn from Marshall Transfer Alumni who are now in the workforce, and Marshall student leaders;
  • And strengthen key skills needed to succeed as a Marshall student and business professional.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be an incoming transfer student at USC Marshall School of Business for Spring 2025.
  • Although open to all transfer students, TSP is intended for students who are historically from underrepresented ethnic and cultural backgrounds, or who identify as first generation (first in their family) to go to college.
  • Must complete the online application by December 16, 2024 at 11:59pm: https://usc.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bIUuSrTDoYtDuXs
    • Students who are admitted into the program will be notified by Friday, December 20, 2024.

Expectations

  • If selected to participate in the program, you must be available to attend all of the sessions* and events noted below (accommodations  can be made on a case-by-case basis):
    • TSP Welcome Session: Fri, January 10, 9:30am-2pm PST (this is the Friday before classes start)
    • *Week 1 Session 1, January 14: Getting Involved at USC 
    • *Week 2 Session 2, January 21: Strategies for Success in Marshall Courses 
      • Week 3 January 28: No session- Off Week
    • *Week 4 Session 3, February 4: Career Planning for Transfers
      • Week 5 February 11: No Session- Marshall Career Fair
    • *Week 6 Session 4, February 18: Positive Well-Being and Mental Health
    • *Week 7, Session 5, February 25: Alumni Insights Panel
      • Week 8 March 4: No Session- Off Week
    • *Week 9 Session 6, March 11: Next Steps

*Please note that all six of the Tuesday sessions will occur from 5:00pm-6:50pm PST, pending room reservations. To participate in this program, you cannot have a class scheduled for that time.

Any changes or updates will be shared on or website and with students who are selected for the program

If you have any questions, please email transfers@marshall.usc.edu.

2024-2025 Transfer Success Program Ambassadors:

ali

Ali Alban

Major: Business Administration 

Minor: Law and Technology

Year in School: Junior

Where did you transfer from? Santa Monica College

What are you involved in on campus?  USC Women's Club Soccer, The Consulting Club, Family Business Society

Where have you interned? Gelfand, Rennert & Feldman as Business Management Intern

Transfer Advice: Do not compare yourself to others around, just follow your own path and everything will come into place. 

Ellie

Ellie Kurtz

Major: Business Administration with Business Analytics Emphasis

Year in School: Junior

Where did you transfer from? Loyola University New Orleans and Bellevue Community College

What are you involved in on campus?  Dance Club, Equestrian Team

Where have you interned? MindClick, Idea Village

Transfer Advice: Do something you might not be good at!

Jason

Jason Wang

Majors: Business Administration with Finance Emphasis and Applied Mathematics

Year in School: Senior

Where did you transfer from? UC San Diego

What are you involved in on campus? Trojan Investing Society, Global Investment Society, Chinese Union, Intramural Sports

Where have you interned? EY, Huatai Securities

Transfer Advice: Stay informed about different industries and career paths, but pick one that matches your goals and stick to it. 

Kira

Kira Oglesby

Major: Business Administration with Marketing Emphasis

Minor: Fashion

Year in School: Junior

Where did you transfer from? Indiana University

What are you involved in on campus?  Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, Tommy's Tour Guide Group, Fashion Industry Association, Gearfest 

Where have you interned? MERIT Beauty and "Nita and Zita Project"

Transfer Advice: I would suggest to spend time in Fertitta Hall-- it makes Marshall feel more like a home the more time you spend there!

Oscar

Oscar Palafox

Major: Business Administration with Finance Emphasis

Minor: Applied Analytics

Year in School: Junior

Where did you transfer from? College of the Canyons

What are you involved in on campus? Transfer Ambassador Program, Latino Business Student Association, The Consulting Club 

Where have you interned? Gelfand, Rennert, & Feldman

Transfer Advice: As simple as it sounds: say yes. I know it can be really overwhelming coming into this new environment with so many different opportunities. The key to making the most out of your time and ensuring you put your best foot forward throughout this academic journey is to be open to do more things that you might have not in the past. This can range from saying yes to a study session with a new group of friends or attending a networking event you feel very anxious about, they can all positively improve not only your connections, but also your sense of self as you try to find your place in Marshall.

tara

Tara Shinde

Major: Business Administration

Year in School: Senior

Where did you transfer from? University of Illinois Chicago

What are you involved in on campus?  Trojan Venture Society, Music Meditation Club, TroyLabs, FinTech SC (started own organization), Asian Pacific American Student Services (APASS), First-Generation+ Success Center

Where have you interned?  William Blair as Investment Banking Project Management Intern and PwC as Consulting Intern

Transfer Advice: Put yourself out there! Join clubs, introduce yourself to professors and classmates, and take advantage of all the resources USC and Marshall have to offer!

 

Wyatt

Wyatt Sallee

Major: Business Administration with Entrepreneurship Emphasis

Year in School: Junior

Where did you transfer from? College of the Canyons

What are you involved in on campus?  Trojan Real Estate Association (TREA), Trojan Business Transfers (TBT)

Transfer Advice: One of the most important things is to get help when you're struggling in class. Marshall provides an abundance of opportunities to get help in any class you can think of. Another important thing to do is prioritize getting involved socially. Everyone can find a group they feel a connection to through clubs, student associations, or off campus organizations.

 

Questions? Contact Us!