NTSW 2026 - Current Students
October 19-23, 2026
The National Resource Center (NRC) for the First-Year Experience and Students in Transition describes National Transfer Student Week (NTSW) as a time that, "shines a light on the students who navigate new campuses and communities, carrying their learning and determination from one college to the next. It’s a moment to recognize transfer students, as well as the faculty and staff who support them along the way." https://sc.edu/about/offices_and_divisions/national_resource_center/events/ntsw/index.php
We’re excited to celebrate our transfer students—those joining UNM Albuquerque from other colleges and universities—and our branch transition students—those continuing their journey from another UNM campus—along with the staff and faculty who champion their success. During the week of October 19–23, we’ll be hosting events and activities designed to honor your achievements, support your growth, help you thrive as part of the UNM community, and give future UNM transfer and branch transition Lobos a kick start!
Tenative Schedule of Events - Details
Monday, October 19, 2026
Career Services Workshop
The Transfer Advantage: Leveraging your Transfer Experience During the Resume and Job Search Process
Who: All current transfer and branch transition students
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Location: Transfer & Transition Student Center (UAEC, Suite 170 - Bldg 85)
Download the event flyer (PDF)
Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Transfer & Branch Transition Proud! Celebration
Who: All current transfer students, branch transition students, and the staff/faculty who support them
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: Transfer & Transition Student Center (UAEC, Suite 170 - Bldg 85)
UNM is proud to celebrate our Lobo Transfer and Branch Transition students! Join us for a fun-filled celebration with pizza, cake, and refreshments. Connect with fellow students who transferred from other institutions or transitioned from UNM Gallup, Los Alamos, Taos, or Valencia to UNM Albuquerque. Plus—every transfer and transition student who attends will get a special giveaway!
Download the event flyer (PDF)
Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Tau Sigma National Honor Society - Social Gathering
Who: All new and current Tau Sigma students
Time: 9-11 AM
Location: Transfer & Transition Student Center (UAEC, Suite 170 - Bldg 85)
UNM is proud to be home to New Mexico's first chapter of the Tau Sigma National Honor Society, an organization dedicated to recognizing the achievements of outstanding transfer students!
Tau Sigma honors students who earn a 3.5 UNM GPA after completing at least 12 credit hours following their transfer or branch transition. Whether you're a current member, newly eligible, or interested in learning more, this event is a great opportunity to celebrate success, connect with fellow transfer students, and discover what Tau Sigma is all about.
Join us to meet other transfer students, build your network, enjoy some coffee, tea and pastries, and celebrate academic excellence!
Download the event flyer (PDF)
Friday, October 23, 2026
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Campus Connections Fair
Union Square Tree Planters (just outside the northern doors of the SUB-Level 1)
This event is beneficial to all students but especially our current and future transfer and transition students are invited to attend the Campus Connections Fair. Several different UNM Albuquerque Campus departments, programs, offices, and student groups will host an information table where you can chat with a representative, make connections, and take home valuable information and maybe even some fun UNM swag! See the map below to see which depts will be there!
Download the event map (PDF)
Download the event flyer (PDF)
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
FAFSA and Financial Aid Guidance
Transfer & Transition Student Center - UAEC, Suite 170 (Bldg 85)
Got questions about the financial side of your transfer? The EOC TRIO team has you covered! Staff will be on hand to give you one-on-one support with everything from completing your FAFSA, to figuring out which forms you need, to making sure you’re financially ready for your next step. Don’t forget—the 2026–27 FAFSA will already be open, and UNM’s priority deadline is January 31. Take advantage of this chance to get ahead!
Download the event flyer (PDF)
1:00 PM - 1:45 PM
Student Resource Center Tour
Transfer & Transition Student Center - UAEC, Suite 170 (Bldg 85)
Join us for a guided tour of UNM’s Student Resource Centers and discover all the ways UNM supports transfer and branch transition students. We’ll begin at the Transfer & Transition Student Center at 1:00 PM before heading out to various locations across campus, so be sure to arrive on time. Along the way, our staff will connect you with the people who work in these centers and highlight the services and opportunities designed to help you thrive.
2:00 - 3:00 PM
UNM School of Engineering Tour
Meet at the Engineering Table at the Campus Connections Fair at 1:45 PM
Union Square Tree Planters (just outside the northern doors of the SUB-Level 1)
Meet UNM’s “Engineering Neighborhood” - The neighborhood consists of 6 buildings, which includes the engineering library, the engineering computer pod, and 4 primary engineering buildings where all 6 engineering academic departments and research labs are housed.
Questions? Contact Us!
unmtransfer@unm.edu
505-277-7000
