{"id":2979,"date":"2021-02-23T21:05:38","date_gmt":"2021-02-23T21:05:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/?p=2979"},"modified":"2025-03-31T10:49:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T14:49:48","slug":"wilmington-university-recognized-for-exemplary-transfer-pathways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.wilmu.edu\/news\/2021\/02\/23\/wilmington-university-recognized-for-exemplary-transfer-pathways\/","title":{"rendered":"Wilmington University Recognized Nationally for Transfer Pathways"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col{padding-right:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);padding-left:var(--global-kb-spacing-lg, 3rem);}.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 991px){.kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column2979_de97c3-50 dynamic-main-col\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60\"]{font-size:1.5rem;line-height:1.2;font-weight:500;font-style:italic;font-family:proxima-nova;color:#808080;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading2979_796d4e-60\">Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) has recognized Wilmington University nationally as one of 150 colleges and universities on its 2021 Transfer Honor Roll.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is meaningful recognition for Wilmington University staff, who recognize that the transfer experience is challenging.&nbsp;Through generous transfer credit acceptance and flexible bachelor\u2019s degree completion programs, the University strives to provide transfer students&nbsp;with a smooth experience and personalized support.&nbsp;The University also&nbsp;provides $1,000 annually to five active PTK members continuing their education at Wilmington University.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cTransferring to a new academic environment can be overwhelming,\u201d says Wilmington University President Dr. LaVerne T. Harmon. \u201cOur goal is to help every transfer student overcome specific administrative hurdles. We\u2019re dedicated to offering them the excellent services they deserve and ensuring that they feel appreciated, welcomed, and supported at Wilmington University. We are humbled by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society\u2019s recognition and inspired to continue our work as a transfer-friendly university.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to a statement by Phi Theta Kappa President and CEO Dr. Lynn Tincher-Ladner in a media release, \u201cThe Transfer Honor Roll reflects the growing importance of recognizing and responding to the needs of transfer students. This award is given to four-year colleges and universities with proven outcomes for transfer success. They are the best at providing a supportive and smooth transition from community college\u2014equating to increased rates of bachelor\u2019s degree attainment for transfer students.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To learn more about the Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Recognition Scholarship and other WilmU scholarships, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/scholarships\/\">our scholarship site<\/a>. &nbsp;If you would like more information, we invite you to read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ptk.org\/news\/2021\/02\/19\/phi-theta-kappa-recognizes-colleges-for-exemplary-transfer-pathways-2\/\">PTK\u2019s full press release<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>WilmU works for transfer students. Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wilmu.edu\/transfer\/index.aspx\">wilmu.edu\/Transfer<\/a> to learn more about transferring to Wilmington University.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK) has recognized Wilmington University nationally as one of 150 colleges and universities on its 2021 Transfer Honor Roll. 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