Transfer Student Clubs and Orgs
Tau Sigma National Honor Society
General Information
Tau Sigma is a national academic honors society designed to acknowledge the academic achievements and university involvements of transfer students. UCSD Transfer students who receive a 3.0GPA or higher during their first quarter will be given a formal invitation to join Tau Sigma as a national member.
Our purpose is to provide a support system for incoming transfer students, encourage the involvement of transfer students on campus (and virtually), and provide resources that propagate success. Our Tau Sigma local chapter is open to all transfer students at UCSD! We here at Tau Sigma aim to provide an environment where transfers, such as yourself, can feel a sense of familiarity and community to encourage as successful a transition as possible.
Membership is focused on transfer students enrolled or living at Seventh College, but meetings and events are open to all UC San Diego transfer students.
Organization Contact Information: ashonley@ucsd.edu
Social Media/Instagram: @tausigma.ucsd
Meeting Information:
Please email for meeting and event information!
OWL: Older Wiser Learners
General Information
Older Wiser Learners (O.W.L.) Cub is for undergraduate students 25 years or older. Our aim is to create an inclusive, supportive environment for older students to meet and discuss issues that they face as an older student at UCSD. We meet regularly to support one another, learn from others, and share our unique lived experiences.
Organization Contact Information: owlclubsd@gmail.com
Social Media/Instagram: @owlclubsd
Meeting Information:
Please email for meeting and event information!
Non-traditional Students Association
General Information
The purpose of our student organization is to provide a welcoming and supportive environment for students who do not fit the traditional standards of a college student, including: single parents, parents, full-time workers, those who did not attend college right after high school, veterans, independent, returning students, or those over age 25. We focus on the unique needs of non-traditional students, such as flexible study group hours, childcare resources, and networking opportunities with other non-traditional students. We also seek to raise awareness and advocate for the needs of non-traditional students on campus, and work with the administration to ensure that policies and programs are inclusive of non-traditional student needs.
Organization Contact Information: ntsaucsd@gmail.com
Social Media/Instagram: @ntsa_ucsd
Meeting Information:
Please email for meeting and event information!
Transfers in Science
General Information
The goal of Transfers in Science (TiS) is to provide transfer students with academic, professional, and social support through different workshops, social activities, and volunteering. Transfer students face a different set of challenges so TiS is here to promote their achievements by providing the necessary resources for maximizing their success as well as offering a community of support, encouragement, and guidance. In addition, the goal is to help STEM transfers find their way through obtaining research and internship experiences, letters of recommendation, finding mentors, boosting resumes, grad/med school prep, and so much more!
Organization Contact Information: tis.ucsd@gmail.com
Meeting Information:
Please email for meeting and event information!
Revelle College Opportunities
Revelle College Council Transfer Representatives
Revelle College Council (RCC) is Revelle’s student governing body. Duties of the council include providing oversight for Revelle's student activities fee, promoting student groups and events, and providing a means for Revelle students to get involved. Transfer representatives serve as co-chair to Revelle Transfer Student Network (RTSN), representative to the All Campus Transfer Association (ACTA), and coordinate with the RCC Director of Spirit and Events on at least project per quarter to help connect Revelle transfer students to the rest of the Revelle community. More information at: https://revelle.ucsd.edu/student-life/involvement/student-govt/index.html
Revelle Transfer Student Network
Revelle Transfer Student Network (RTSN) is a student-led organization that exists to provide programming and opportunities to support and engage transfer students. To join, please contact Melina Merrie Remesha at melina@ucsd.edu.
Tribe of Muir Transfers (TMT)
- Provides services and programs for transfer students. Tribe of Muir Transfers has hosted events such as DIY succulents, lunches, hikes, and many more
Warren Transfer and Commuter Commission (WTCC)
- Warren Transfer and Commuter Commission addresses the needs for transfer and commuter students. They host events such as socials, workshops and many more.
Eleanor’s Transfers and Commuters (ETC)
- ETC is designed to help transfer and commuter students get acquainted and stay involved at ERC through events both on and off campus such as free breakfasts, movie nights, barbeques and other activities.
Sixth Transfer Organization & Commuter Society (STORCS)
- STORCS is an organization created to help transfers and commuter students acclimate to UCSD. They host transfer and commuter specific opportunities and is open to everyone, not just Sixth College students.
Marshall College Opportunities
Marshall Transfers and Commuters (MTAC)
Marshall Transfer and Commuters (MTAC) is a student organization dedicated to improving the transfer and commuter student experience at Marshall. Join MTAC and sharpen your leadership and planning skills while also helping other commuter students build community at their College! As an involved student leader, you will have the opportunity to shape the experiences and activities of commuter students at Marshall College, and positively impact the commuter student experience.
Join their discord: https://discord.gg/rfktRsA6KK
Advisor: Alicia Miller (a4miller@ucsd.edu)
Marshall College Transfer Mentor Program
The mission of the Marshall College Transfer Mentor Program is to adjust, enhance and balance the transition of incoming 1st and 2nd year transfer students to UC San Diego. Through one-on-one mentoring, a supportive environment, and peer support, the Marshall College Transfer Students Program assists transfer students to succeed at UC San Diego.
For more information about being a mentor or a mentee, email Alicia Miller (a4miller@ucsd.edu)
Marshall Mentor Program
The Marshall Mentor Program offers transfer students the opportunity to connect with faculty members in their academic discipline. Marshall College recognizes the importance of student/faculty interaction, and encourages students to take advantage of this program and enhance their college experience as scholars and citizens.
Learn more about the Marshall Mentor Program.
Seventh College Transfer Organization (SCTO)
General Information
The Seventh College Transfer Organization is an inclusive student-led organization that is dedicated to increasing access to resources, providing safe spaces, developing opportunities to connect, and advocating for Seventh College transfer students. Our mission is to offer a platform for transfer students to share their experiences, opportunities to participate in the UC San Diego and Seventh College communities and outreach, and receive long term peer support throughout your time at UCSD.
Membership is focused on transfer students enrolled or living at Seventh College, but meetings and events are open to all UC San Diego transfer students.
Organization Contact Information:
SCTO Email
Meeting Information:
General member meetings are held weekly on Friday at 11:00 AM over Zoom.
Email SCTO for meeting information.
Advisor(s):
Jordan Hinze, Seventh College Program Assistant
Find more opportunities to get involved within the Center for Student Involvement!
