Celebrate National Transfer Student Week!
Mark your calendars for October 20–24, 2025.
Students, faculty, staff, alumni, and friends of USF are invited to come together in honor of our transfer community. This week is all about recognizing the unique paths transfer students take and making sure they feel welcomed, supported, and celebrated as part of the USF family
Sunday, Oct. 19
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Picnic in the Park | 12 - 3 PM |
Golden Gate Park Let’s meet at Welch Field and walk together to the Conservatory of Flowers. |
Come celebrate the beginning of National Transfer Week with a potluck picnic at Golden Gate Park! Bring a dish that represents your culture, background, or your personal favorite. The goal is to promote inclusivity, cultural exchange and connection within the transfer community! Bring your friends and family! There will be light refreshment, picnic essentials, and games. This event is also open to all students! |
| World of Rice | 5 - 6:30 PM | Intercultural Center (UC 411/412) | Celebrate (a belated) Indigenous Peoples' Day with us! Honoring Native American & Pacific Islander students through food, storytelling, and dance. The Cultural Centers invite you to share a rice dish and stories from your culture. Enjoy delicious food, real talk, and cultural vibes! |
Monday, Oct. 20 - Friday, Oct. 24
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mellon Scholar Oral History Project | Gleeson Library Hours | Gleeson Library, 1st Floor, Reference Nook | To celebrate National Transfer Week, Gleeson Library | Geschke Center will showcase The Mellon Scholar Oral History Project, which highlights the experiences of transfer students at USF and serves as an innovative archive honoring their voices and accomplishments. |
Monday, Oct. 20
| Event | Time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Transfer Student Week Kick Off | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Gleeson Plaza | Kick off National Transfer Student Week on Gleeson Plaza. Pick up your USF Transfer All-Access Pass, grab free snacks and giveaways, connect with CASA coaches, Student Engagement, and the Transfer Student Alliance, and learn what’s planned for the week. |
| Sociology Majors: Coffee Hour for Transfer Students | 2:30 - 3:30 PM | Kalmanovitz Hall, 251 | Come by for coffee, snacks, or even an impromptu advising session with Professor Shin! Not a transfer student? Bring a transfer student friend and join us! |
| Biology Majors: Transfer Student Social | 2:30 - 4 PM | Harney Social Hive | This is a casual, drop-in event—feel free to stay for as long or as little as you’d like. It’s a great opportunity to connect with other new Biology transfer students and share your experiences so far. Snacks will be provided! |
| Introduction to Career Services and LinkedIn | 7 - 8 PM | Zoom | This session introduces transfer students to the full range of Career Services resources, including Handshake and advising, as well as career fairs and employer events. Students also begin creating a professional LinkedIn profile, a vital tool for showcasing their experience and networking. By the end of this workshop, transfer students will know how to access USF’s career resources immediately and will leave with the tools to create a LinkedIn profile that reflects their new identity as a Don. |
Tuesday, Oct. 21
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Major/Minor Fair | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM | McLaren Conference Center | Make the most of your academic career: talk with faculty in your major, explore different minors, and other programs that USF offers. In addition, come meet staff from CASA, Career Services, Learning and Writing Center, McCarthy Center, Center for Global Education/study abroad, and pre-health advising. Find more information at the Center for Academic and Student Achievement (CASA). |
| Professional Portraits for Transfer Student |
10 AM - 12 PM 2:30 - 4:30 PM |
Privett Plaza |
Get camera-ready to say cheese! Schedule your 10-min session by signing up here. Available first come, first serve. Hosted by Student Leadership & Engagement (SLE) |
| CASA In-Person Drop-Ins | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM | CASA Lobby: University Center, Third Floor | Every transfer student at USF is assigned a CASA Academic Success Coach. Academic success coaches help students develop skills and habits that contribute to their success at USF, including goal setting, time management, self- advocacy, and more. Schedule an appointment with your assigned coach or visit us at our weekly in-person drop-ins, or daily virtual drop-ins. |
| Movie Night | 7 PM | War Memorial Gym at Sobrato Center | We’re taking flight with Top Gun: Maverick! Bring your friends, blankets, and snacks to War Memorial Gym for Movie Night. Free popcorn for early arrivals and chances to win USF basketball tickets at Chase Center and Athletics merch. |
Wednesday, Oct. 22
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transfer Connections Café | 10 AM - 12 PM | Lo Schiavo, Getty Study | A casual “meet and mingle” coffee hour with Transfer Champions, faculty, and staff who were once transfer students themselves. |
| Clip, Cut, Connect for BIPOC Mental Wellness Program | 3 - 6 PM | Intercultural Center (UC 411/412) |
Take time for the Clip, Cut, Connect for BIPOC Mental Wellness event. Students can enjoy free haircuts and connect in a welcoming space. Professional barbers and stylists from ClipDart are thrilled to be back on campus, offering more than just haircuts, but a chance for you to unwind, share out, and build community. Whether you're getting a cut or simply stopping by, take this time to relax, engage, and prioritize your well-being. |
| ASUSF Town Hall | 5 - 7 PM | Fromm Complex, Xavier Room |
Join the conversation with ASUSF Senate and share your voice as a transfer student. This is your chance to help shape change on the issues that matter most to you and your peers |
Thursday, Oct. 23
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOM Transfers and Treats: Coffee and Cider… Connections and Confections | 10:30 AM - 12 PM | Madonna Lounge (Malloy Hall lobby) |
Meet other undergraduate (BSBA) business transfer students, chat with SOM's Transfer Champion, Ben Bottorff, and enjoy fall treats! |
| Health, Science, and Technology Careers Pop-Up | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | University Center, First Floor | This Pop-Up Career Fair will host employers looking to hire USF students interested in pursuing careers in Health, Science, and Technology.
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| CASA In-Person Drop-Ins | 11:45 AM - 12:45 PM | CASA Lobby: University Center, Third Floor | Every transfer student at USF is assigned a CASA Academic Success Coach. Academic success coaches help students develop skills and habits that contribute to their success at USF, including goal setting, time management, self- advocacy, and more. Schedule an appointment with your assigned coach or visit us at our weekly in-person drop-ins, or daily virtual drop-ins. |
| Vision Board & Zine-Making Workshop | 11:45 AM - 1:30 PM | Gleeson Library | Join Student Success Librarian Magaly Salas and the Mellon Scholars Program for a creative afternoon designed just for transfer students! This is your space to pause, reflect, and play - whether you’re crafting a vision board of your goals or piecing together a zine that tells your story. No experience needed - just bring your imagination. We’ll have plenty of supplies, a LOT of coffee and treats, and good company to spark your creativity. |
| Access to Healthcare Workshop | 12:30 - 1:15 PM | University Center, 504 | Learn more about insurance, where to go when you are sick, and how to find a doctor in the Bay Area. Snacks will be provided. |
| Transfer Mixology & Trivia Night | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Koret Lodge | Join us for a fun night of mocktail making and trivia. Connect with other transfer students, pick up easy mixology tips, and compete for small prizes. |
Friday, Oct. 24
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Smart: Eat Well and Spend Less - Nutrition Workshop | 12 - 1 PM | Lo Schiavo, Getty Study | This in-person workshop is designed to help make smarter food choices on a budget. You'll learn how to build balanced meals using all the key food groups, shop strategically at the grocery store, and prepare snacks and meals that are both healthy and affordable. |
| Board Game Day | 2 - 4 PM | University Center, First Floor, Undercaf | Join Student Leadership and Engagement for an afternoon of board games, good vibes, and friendly competition. Whether you're coming solo or bringing a crew, there's a seat at the table for you. |
| USF Food Pantry | 2:30 - 4:30 PM | Gleeson Library, Atrium |
Stop by and check out the resources that we offer such as non-perishable food items, fresh produce, delicious bread, and hygiene products.
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| Bhangra & Beats Night Market | 5 - 10 PM |
Downtown San Francisco: Front St. & Sacramento St. |
Experience the energy of Bhangra & Beats Night Market, a free outdoor festival blending South Asian Bhangra with Bay Area music, street food, cocktails, and local artisans under the San Francisco skyline. Learn and RSVP |
Saturday, Oct. 25
| Event | Time | LOCATION | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 AM - 3:30 PM | Ocean Beach | Since 1983, Leap’s Sandcastle Classic has brought together thousands of people on San Francisco’s Ocean Beach for Northern California’s largest sandcastle competition and arts education fundraiser. Each year, over 5,000 participants, including local students, collaborate to design and build incredible large-scale sand sculptures while raising support for Bay Area arts programs. Learn more | |
| Women's Volleyball vs. Gonzaga | 12 - 1 PM | War Memorial Gym | Cheer on the Dons! Join your fellow transfer students for an afternoon of school spirit at Women’s Volleyball vs. Gonzaga. It’s the perfect chance to meet other transfers, show your USF pride, and experience the energy of a Dons game together. |
| Men's Basketball vs. Utah (Exhibition Game) | 7 PM | War Memorial Gym | Come rep the green and gold with your fellow transfer students as the Dons take on Utah! This is a great chance to experience the excitement of USF hoops, connect with other transfers, and be part of the game-day energy. |
Transfer Student Success Initiative
University of San Francisco
2130 Fulton Street
Division of Student Life
University Center
San Francisco, CA 94117
Phone 415-422-5050
Email casa@usfca.edu