How can you meet new people and get involved in your community at CU Boulder? You can attend the Involvement Fair to learn ways to connect with others, find belonging and get involved!
The event brings representatives from student organizations together for students to explore. The Involvement Fair is Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in the UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom and room 235.
Set yourself up for success
Students who are involved on campus have a better sense of belonging and are more likely to persist to graduation. Getting involved isn’t just a way to fill your time. It’s a critical part of your success as a student.
Whether it’s your first year or final year at CU Boulder, the Involvement Fair offers all students ways to enhance their college experience. Here are some tips to make the most of the fair, depending on where you are in your student journey.
New Buffs and transfer students
- Check out student organizations and programs that match your interests.
- Visit different booths or tables to talk with representatives and learn about the many involvement opportunities.
- Meet new people.
- Step outside your comfort zone and explore new activities to expand your skills and broaden your interests.
Returning students and graduate students
- Find opportunities to gain professional experience that you could add to your resume.
- Consider programs that can help you gain leadership skills.
- Find something to specialize in or where you excel.
- Join something for fun to meet new people, try something new and balance out your academic life.
Make a plan before you go so you have time to meet and learn about the organizations you are most interested in. Bring your schedule to ensure meeting times don’t overlap with your other commitments. Also, leave time to stop and explore groups and programs not on your list. You may find new and exciting opportunities you didn’t even know existed.
Research
Research before the fair to learn about the organizations and groups attending.
- Browse BuffConnect to learn about student organizations at CU Boulder.
- Take the Involvement Quiz to understand what organizations match your interests.
- Make a list of organizations you’d like to meet at the fair.
Set goals
Consider what you want to accomplish at the fair and take note of your goals.
- Do you hope to meet people and make friends?
- Do you want to gain experience or learn skills to add to your resume?
- Do you want to spend time on hobbies or interests?
Ask questions
Come up with questions to ask representatives to find out whether an opportunity is a good fit for you.
- What does your organization do?
- What does it look like being a part of your organization?
- What kind of time commitment is required?
- When and where do you meet?
- How can I sign up to get involved?
Get involved at CU Boulder
Whatever your goals are for getting involved on campus, the Involvement Fair is a great place to start. Want to know more ways to get involved?
- Connect with the Center for Student Involvement.
- Check out upcoming student events.
- Download the CU Boulder Life app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
- Follow @CUBoulderLife on Instagram, Facebook and X (formerly Twitter).
Mark you calendar
Don’t miss the Involvement Fair! Mark your calendar to attend on Wednesday, Jan. 24, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m.