Be Involved Fair
Jan. 21, 2026 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom and room 235
Did you know students who are involved on campus, even if it’s just with one thing, are more likely to continue through to graduation? Your academic studies may be your passion, but for many students it’s the co-curricular involvements that keep them energized and connected to the Boulder community.
Whether you join a student organization, get connected with a campus department, work an on-campus job, volunteer in your community for an issue you are passionate about or find a new hobby you would like to explore, getting involved gives you the opportunity to grow – and the opportunities are endless!ÌýA great way to start your journey is by attending one of our Be Involved Fairs that occur each semester. Read below for more information!
What is the Be Involved Fair?
The Be Involved Fair is a Spring Welcome signature event designed to connect new and returning students with involvement opportunities on campus and in the community. This program celebrates involvement and kicks off the new year with a fresh start of exploring interests and making connections!
When is it?
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at the UMC Glenn Miller Ballroom and room 235.
How do I attend or participate?
All students are welcome to attendÌýthe event. If you’re attending to learn more about student organizations or groups, please show up anytime during the event.Ìý
Applications for the spring Be Involved Fair open on Nov. 3, 2025 and close on Jan. 4, 2026.
How doesÌýmy RSO/RSGO or student-run program apply for a table?
is open to recognized student organizations (RSOs), recognized social Greek organizations (RSGOs), ³Ô¹ÏÍø Student Run Programs and Sports Clubs through the Rec Center. We will not be able to accommodate campus departments.
When applying through BuffConnect you will need to be an org admin. Only org admins will be able to submit one application for the RSO/RSGO they’re an org admin for. Please check in with the org admins of the group to determine who will submit the application.
Sports Clubs through the Rec Center or Student Run ³Ô¹ÏÍø Programs please email studentorganizations@colorado.edu to apply to table.
Applicants will be notified by the end of the day on Jan. 19 whether they have been approved for a table or added to the waitlist.Ìý
How can I see a list of who has a table at the event?
A full list of groups that will be tabling will be posted in January. For now, you canÌýexplore to find student organizations to connect with!
Attend the Be Involved Fair
Meet representatives from hundreds of student organizations, campus departments and local nonprofits!
Want to learn more about student organizations? Search the . If you’re looking for information about volunteer opportunities with local nonprofits, visit Service Learning & Impact in Community Engagement.
Adaptive bikes will be available for attendees to get around more easily on Farrand Field—brought to you by Service Learning & Impact in Community Engagement andÌýDisability Services.
Prepare for the fair
Explore your options online
- Check out , the online directory of recognized student organizations on campus and their upcoming events. Search organizations by keyword or category.
- Visit Service Learning & Impact in Community Engagement for a list of volunteer opportunities in the Boulder community and help getting connected with them.
- Browse these campus resources to find offices or departments that you might want to get involved with.
- Take the to find clubs that might interest you.
Ask questions
Before the fair, think about what opportunities might be best for you. Here are a few things to ask yourself:
- Am I looking for on- or off-campus opportunities?
- Do I want to be involved in Boulder or other local areas?
- What skills or experiences do I hope to gain?
- What do I want to contribute?
- How much time can I commit?
When you are at the fair, talk with organization representatives to get an idea if an opportunity is a good fit for you. Here are some examples of what you can ask:
- What does your organization do?
- What does it look like being a part of your organization?
- How can I sign up to get involved?
- What kind of time commitment is there to be involved with your organization?
- When do you meet?
- Where are you located?
- What resources does your organization have for students?
- What do volunteers do at your organization?
Our fall 2025 fair has already happened.ÌýInformation about upcoming fall fairs will be posted during the summer.