Social Work

For Transfer Students

Transfer Tips


Prepare for increased reading, writing, presentations and group work.

Prior to transferring, you may want to

  • Take a college reading or strategic reading course.

  • Take an English composition, strategic writing or written communication course.

  • Take a speech, communication, oral/interpersonal communication or public speaking course.

  • Visit your college's writing center for an assessment of your writing and valuable assistance.

  • Plan as much availability as possible during the afternoon and late night for group activities once you arrive at Carthage.


Check out field placements in Lake County, Ill.

See:


Check out field placements in Racine County, Wis.

See:

  • 2-1-1 Racine - Human Services in Racine County

  • Linda Noer, Director of Field Work, Carthage College


Once you are at Carthage:

Do not ignore your Carthage e-mail. Check it frequently!

  • Carthage e-mail is a major source of communication with all Carthage offices regarding academic, campus and personal matters.

  • Carthage e-mail keeps you up-to-date with various activities and opportunities that you may not otherwise find out about.

  • Keep in close touch with your social work advisor, the "Blue Book" (Student Handbook), and the "Red Book" (Senior Field Education Manual).

  • Visit the Financial Aid, Business, and Registrar's Offices.

  • Communicate with your professors and classmates.

  • Keep in touch with contacts for letters of recommendation and other assistance from your previous college, two-year college or university.

Academic Resources

Prospective Students

Carthage In-Depth

Carthage Symposium

Art Meets Biology. Students photograph biodiversity in Tucson, Ariz.


J-Term

A special month-long period of study in January to experiment, create and dream. Read more ...