Special Sesssions
The sessions listed below represent special events, public presentations, or other one-time occurrences. They are included here as a reference resource due to their significance.
Video Library and Archive
Explore the comprehensive video library, which features recordings of previous training sessions, public events, and supplemental video content. In addition to the standard training modules and sessions, this collection provides valuable resources designed to support ongoing learning and engagement.
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Fall 2025 Transfer Town Hall
The SUNY Seamless Transfer Initiative is an ongoing effort to implement the recommendations and success metrics outlined in the final report of the SUNY Transfer Task Force, which was approved by the SUNY Board of Trustees in December 2024. We were pleased to host an open session for all members of the SUNY community on October 21, 2025. If you were unable to attend, or if you’d like to revisit the topics and materials discussed, you are able to access all related resources on this page.
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Promoting SUNY Transfer Paths
This session focuses on strategies and best practices for promoting SUNY Transfer Paths. In early Fall 2025, SUNY will be asking campuses to include transfer path information within catalogs and throughout campus pages. This session will provide some practical advice and practices.
Recurring Sessions
The following are recurring sessions that are routinely offered. If you would like to request a session for your campus, or request a general session, please do not hesitate to contact the Transfer and Articualtion Office.
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Common Steps Communication Framework
This session covers SUNY’s student-centered communication framework to help campuses consistently describe the transfer process. It’s a flexible tool—not a new policy—that promotes transparency and helps students plan confidently, no matter their starting point or destination.
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Introduction to SUNY Transfer Paths
This session offers faculty, advisors, and student support staff a comprehensive introduction to the SUNY Transfer Path policy, structure, and available tools. It serves as a foundational module, ideal for those new to the SUNY System or anyone seeking a deeper understanding of current policies and resources.
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Managing SUNY Transfer Paths
This session is designed to guide and support faculty and staff responsible for maintaining and updating SUNY Transfer Path information on their campuses. It covers best practices, effective strategies, timelines, and expectations for managing core course listings and ways to promote on-campus review.
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Managing Transfer Equivalencies
This training module is designed to help users effectively manage the display and editing of course equivalencies within the SUNY Transfer Equivalency Platform (STEP).
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Transfer Appeals 101
This workshop provides an overview of the SUNY Transfer Appeal process, including expectations, procedures, and relevant policies. It will cover when students are eligible to appeal, how appeals are reviewed and resolved, and how course information and learning objectives are generally evaluated.
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Transfer Paths and Curricular Change
This advanced session focuses specifically on policies, requirements, and best practices for aligning campus curricula with SUNY Transfer Paths. It is specifically designed to support faculty and staff involved in curriculum development and review processes.