4 tips for Transfer Buffs

As a Transfer Buff, your student belongs to CU Boulder's Transfer Student Community, which offers events, resources and support for a smooth transition. Here are tips to help your student make the most of their first semester here. 

1. Attend transfer student events  

Each semester features events for transfer students to meet new people and get involved. Encourage your student to check out other student events, too! They can sign up for the Transfer Buffs newsletter for monthly updates. 

2. Meet with a transfer peer mentor  

Transfer peer mentors can offer guidance and connect your student to campus resources—they can email transferbuffs@colorado.edu to schedule a meeting. 

3. Get involved on campus  

There are many ways for transfer students to get involved on campus and meet others. They could:

• Join student organizations through BuffConnect or start their own. 

• Explore volunteer opportunities on CUServes. 

• Find an on-campus job or join community programs through the Center for Inclusion and Social Change, the Sustainable Buffs Community and Rec Center.  

To learn about opportunities, encourage your student to follow @CUBoulderLife on Instagram, Facebook and X, and download the CU Boulder Life app.