Wisconsin Welcome is a campus wide celebration of new and continuing students beginning a new academic year. You will be able to take your pick of events during January and February, 2022. Below are TTP’s Wisconsin Welcome events that are designed specifically for transfer students; however, if you are looking for events in addition to ours, you can visit the “Guide” mobile app and Wisconsin Welcome website which will offer a calendar of in-person and virtual events.
Transfer Events
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New Student Social
New Student Social
January 21st, 5:00-8:00pm Lower Sett, Union South
No Registration Required.
Enjoy FREE bowling, billiards (pool), board games, pizza, new friends and more! (Must bring socks or may purchase at venue in order to bowl)
Returning Adult Lunch
Returning Adult Lunch
February 2nd, 11:30am-1:00pm
Transfer Engagement Center, 110 Middleton Building
No Registration Required.
Come be a part of a community with other returning-adult and post-trad students. There is nothing planned for this event, except for hot food and a group of friendly people. Let’s take a break together! No RSVP necessary and food is TBD.
BIPOC Transfer Lunch
BIPOC Transfer Lunch
February 9th, 11:30am-1:00pm
Transfer Engagement Center, 110 Middleton Building
No Registration Required.
Come connect with other Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) transfer students during this monthly lunch series. There is nothing planned for this event, except for hot food and a group of potential friends. Let’s take a break together!
Broken Heart Bingo
Broke-n Heart Bingo
February 17th, 6:45pm-9:00pm
Union South, Varsity
Registration required: go.wisc.edu/brokebingo
Broken Heart Bingo is our anti-valentines day themed version of Broke Bingo – where you win prizes you need, but don’t want to buy. Think: toilet paper, dish soap, vacuum cleaners, etc. All are welcome to join, but those with broken hearts, dating adverse , outspoken anti-“hallmark-holiday” believers, and general haters are encouraged. Food will be provided.
Other Ways to Connect with Transfer Students
BadgerCETE Leadership Program
A cete is defined as a group of badgers, and in this case, also stands for Creating Exceptional Transfer Experiences. BadgerCETE is a high-commitment, high-impact, student-led program designed to introduce transfer students to a tight-knit group that meets on a weekly basis to explore their own identities as transfer students, develop soft skills like teamwork…
Transfer Engagement Center
The Transfer Engagement Center also known as the TEC (pronounced: “tek”) is a dedicated space to transfer students at UW-Madison. If you have a question or need help but don’t know where to go, we’re the place for you. Stop in and we will help you get wherever you need to go or come and…
Transfer Student Coordinators
Meet your Transfer Student Coordinators! TSC's are experienced transfer students who are here to help you through your transition by facilitating involvement opportunities, promoting a sense of belonging within the university and the greater Madison community, and by providing resources for personal and academic success. Transfer Student Coordinators are also available for…
Get Involved outside of TTP
Wisconsin Union
The Union is based on the principle that the University of Wisconsin-Madison experience should involve learning outside of the classroom. The Union is a home-away-from home for all students. Check out our welcome week events at Memorial Union and Union South + consider yourself invited to the Union's many events & activities each year. You can also take part in leading our programs by joining the Wisconsin Union Directorate (WUD "wood").
Student Jobs
Student Jobs provides students access to thousands of part-time employment opportunities both through UW-Madison as well as businesses & families within the local community. Here, students can find meaningful opportunities that can support their educational pursuits and lifestyle while also gaining critical professional and personal skills. Positions are posted throughout the year and updated daily, for jobs in both the academic year and summer terms.
Center for Leadership & Involvement
The Center for Leadership & Involvement (CfLI) assists students in intentionally connecting with the far ranging opportunities that exist throughout campus, such as student organizations, Greek Life, the Adventure Learning Program (ALPS), and the Leadership Certificate. Whether you want to join a student organization, partake in an internship, or play a sport, CfLI will give you the resources for success. Check out some of these excellent on-campus involvement resources!