Black Transfer Student Success Conference

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SDSU Gus & Emma Thompson Black Resource Center
Black Transfer Student Success Conference!

Friday, October 3, 2025
10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union
San Diego State University 

The Black Transfer Student Success Conference aims to connect with community colleges and prospective Black transfer students by featuring a keynote speaker, workshops and sessions focused on the admission process, campus resources and community building. This year's theme and initiative will be BEATS also known as Black Excellence Advancement for Transfer Students. There will be food, performances and an opportunity to meet different departments and student organizations across campus.

 

This event is in partnership with the Black Transfer Club, Educational Opportunity Programs, Outreach and Success (EOPOS), Office of Admissions, Enrollment Services, and the CSU Early Assessment Program (EAP). Funded/Sponsored by the SDSU Student Success Fee.

 

Mission

Black Transfer Student Support (BTSS) is a program committed to serving students who have transferred from a community college or other universities. 3 Pillars: I. Community Building II. Networking III. Academic and Career Resources 

Vision

BTSS is committed to ensuring a welcoming and supportive environment for transfer students by creating opportunities for community building, networking and academic and professional growth. Students will have the opportunity to connect with other transfer students, SDSU faculty and staff and receive relevant resources to support their academic and career paths.