DDP Events

Event invitations are sent directly to currently enrolled DDP students via email or USPS mail.  You are welcome to contact the Dual Degree Program at (708) 534-4494 or dualdegree@govst.edu to find out more! 

UPCOMING EVENTS For Fall 2024 

 Welcome Week @ GovState
Aug 26-30 
Stay tuned for event updates! 

DDP Back-2-School Social
Wednesday, September 4, 2024,  3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Governors State University, Hall of Honors (D1430)
Meet fellow DDP friends from all stages of transfer at GovState. Enjoy food, games, and win DDP Merch. 

DDP Pro Devo Day - Fall 2024 
Tuesday, September 17th, 2024 at 3:30 pm until 5:30 pm 
Governors State University, 1 University Pkwy University Pk, IL 60484
Dual Degree Program welcomes students from all stages of their associate and bachelor's degrees to discuss scholarship opportunities at GovState. You can learn how to navigate the Scholarship Universe tool and apply for Foundation Scholarships. The Dual Degree Staff will present strategies for success when applying for a DDP scholarship before transferring.  Register here! 

Spring 2025 Scholarship Deadline
Thursday, Oct 3, 2024 11:59pm 
For those transferring to GovState in the Spring 2025, visit the DDP Scholarship page for further details, or contact a DDP Transfer Specialist to learn more.   

DDP Welcome Cording Ceremony 
Friday, Oct 11, 2024, from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Governors State University, Center for Performing Arts
Dual Degree Program students who have transferred to Governors State University in the Spring, Summer, or Fall 2024 will be honored at a cording ceremony to acknowledge the completion of their associate degree and successful transfer to GovState. 

DDP Community Engagement: Walk of Hope
Sunday, Oct 13th, 2024, 8:00 am to 11:00 am 
The Cancer Support Center, 2028 Elm Rd, Homewood IL
The Dual Degree Program welcomes students to participate in the annual walk celebrating all cancers and those impacted. Join us for a day filled with community, support, and hope, as we walk together to make a difference! Volunteers will help set up, direct walkers on the route, pass out water, and cheer on the walkers. Each volunteer must provide their own transportation; free parking will be available on site. Register here! 

DDP Community Engagement: Greater Lawn Mental Health Center
Wednesday, Nov 13th, 2024, 9:00 am to 11:00 am 
Greater Chicago Food Depository: 4150 W 55th St, Chicago IL 
The Dual Degree Program welcomes students to participate in helping the Greater Chicago Food Depository to bring fresh produce to the Greater Lawn Mental Health Center in Chicago, right by Midway Airport! Volunteers will assist in staffing the check-in and nutrition table, being personal shoppers, restocking, or handing out different produce items.  Register here! 

During the DDP Orientation, newly enrolled DDP students have the opportunity to obtain additional information on the benefits of the Dual Degree Program. Students and their guests also have the opportunity to meet the GovState President, Provost, and faculty and program advisors. You will also have the chance to tour the campus, hear from other transfer students attending GovState, participate in fun activities with other DDP students, and you will be officially inducted into the Dual Degree Program! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to your DDP Transfer Specialist. See above for this semester's Orientation date! 

Students who graduate with their associate degree and transfer to GovState are honored with a cord representing the primary color of their community college alma mater. Students are corded by their respective DDP Transfer Specialist, and receive their commemorative “One Degree Down!” DDP t-shirts.  Ceremony is held each fall semester for new transfers.

Student are also honored with a final cording ceremony when they complete their bachelor's degree at GovState.  During this ceremony, they receive a black and white cord braided along with the color of their community college, representing the attainment of both the associate and bachelor’s degrees. Ceremony is held each spring during the week of Commencement.

Each month the Dual Degree Program coordinates a community service event with the help of its Student Transition Assistants. This is a perfect opportunity for students to become active members of their community, which has a lasting positive impact on society at large. Community service gives our DDP students the life skills and knowledge, as well as provides a service to those who need it most.  

If you have any questions about the upcoming DDP community service event please feel free to reach out to our Student Transition Assistants.

Scholarship Symposium
The Dual Degree Program hosts an annual Scholarship Symposium during the fall semester. The half-day professional development conference provides various resources to help you graduate with as little academic debt as possible.  Topics may include:  

•  Scholarship, Loans & Grants–Oh, MY! 
•  GovState Foundation Scholarships 
•  Mastering the Scholarship Application Process 
•  Scholarships for Global Learning (Study Abroad) 
•  Paying for Graduate School: Fellowships & Internships 
•  Why Me? Writing Essays & Personal Statements  

Career Symposium  
The Dual Degree Program hosts an annual Career Symposium during the spring semester. The half-day professional development conference provides various resources to assist you in your short and long-term career goals.  Topics may include:  

•  To Grad School, or Not to Grad School?
•  What Can I Do with My Degree?
•  Writing a Resume and Cover Letter
•  Intro to Career Services @ GovState
•  Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
•  Know the Code: Myers Briggs Type Indicator Workshop
•  Interview Preparation, Best Practices, and Mock Interviews

DDP Symposiums are perfect opportunities for students to obtain the tools they need to be successful in their pursuits of various forms of financial aid, and next step career planning. Keep an eye out in future emails for more  information!

The Dual Degree Program Hosts Welcome Back Socials where DDP students come from all DDP partnership campuses. During this event we discuss summer adventures, play board games and enjoy time well spent with each other. We also have raffles and give out DDP SWAG! Please stay on the lookout for DDP Socials and other events via your school email addresses or reach out to your DDP Transfer Specialist for more information.