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Be a Volunteer

A GBO volunteer giving directions to a new student

Looking for a way to give back to our community and help our students? Volunteer to help welcome our new students, move our students in, and orient them to campus at the start of the fall semester!

Our goal is to create opportunities for new students to engage with each other and the campus community, help students understand academic requirements and campus resources, and most importantly, welcome students into the Berkeley community.

Much of our success is attributed to the participation and collaboration of our campus community: faculty and staff, as well as continuing students.

How to Volunteer

No matter how much time you have or what level of involvement you can do, we welcome and appreciate your volunteering with us.

Volunteer opportunities for Fall 2025 may include:

  • Welcoming families as they arrive for Parent & Supporter Orientation in the Pauley Ballroom
  • Helping students navigate lines at Golden Bear Orientation (GBO) Check-In and Move-In
  • Connecting students to their Orientation Leaders (OLs) at GBO Grouping
  • Welcoming students as they enter the Haas Pavilion for the Chancellor’s New Student Convocation event

Check back next summer 2025 for more information on volunteering for GBO 2025.

Sign up to volunteer