Transferring is Easier Than You Think

(Thunder Bay - Friday, February 24, 2006) Thunder Bay has been busy this past week with university students who returned home for reading week. Students who have left town for University have been enjoying sleeping in their own bed, eating home-cooked meals, and visiting their favourite haunts with friends. During this time, Lakehead University has been reminding students that "transferring is easier than you think."

"Year after year, students from Thunder Bay and area return from their year away at school and look to complete their degree at Lakehead University," says Dr. Jane Birkholz, Vice Provost (Student Affairs) at Lakehead U. "Many students are concerned that they have lost a year toward their degree, and if they start fresh at Lakehead University it will take longer to graduate. In reality, almost all of their credits from other institutions will count toward their degree here in Thunder Bay."

Over Reading Week, Lakehead University has run several advertisements to let students know that if they are looking to come home to study next year, there are options open to them. The "Transferring is easier than you think" campaign is designed to attract students who may be re-thinking their choice of university for the remainder of their university career.

"Not only will the students have their families and friends close by, but the student services available on campus round out the support network necessary to be a successful student in today's university environment," Dr. Birkholz says. "Students at Lakehead benefit from one-on-one meetings with faculty advisors, department chairs, and even their professors. They find that the personalized support is in place for their success. Lakehead University has the size and experience that enables our faculty and staff to give personalized attention to our students."

Students who are interested in learning more about transferring to Lakehead University, or starting their post-secondary education here, should contact the Office of Admissions and Recruitment at 807-343-8500 or visit http://admissions.lakeheadu.ca/