Staff and Campus Partners Participation

The Office of Recruitment and Outreach invites you to join us as we host Cougar Blue Day on Saturday, March 22! Cougar Blue Day is the University's annual Spring Open House where we showcase what �� has to offer to admitted students who have the option to submit their deposit and intent to enroll during the event.

Information regarding Cougar Blue Day can be found on the Cougar Blue Day Website.

The deadline to sign up to participate in Cougar Blue Day is Friday, Feb. 28, at 11:59 p.m. This ensures we have sufficient time to:

Secure rooms and locations on campus.
Finalize the event schedule for advertising to our admitted students and their families.
Create branded signage for event.

We are unable to accommodate requests after the deadline due to scheduling and logistics.

For general questions, email cougarbluedays@csusm.edu.

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Faculty Sign Up
Any faculty interested in supporting Cougar Blue Day should work with the faculty representative within their college listed below:
- CSTEM: Suzanne Hizer & Jeffrey Morales
- COBA: Danielle Johnston
- CHABSS: Leo Melena
- CEHHS: Marilyn Huerta
Event Operations Sign Up
How You Can Help
Support staff roles are open to those who are not presenting, performing, conducting tours, or hosting open houses during the event. Opportunities include:
- Welcoming guests at check-in stations
- Assisting with wayfinding and directions
- Supporting activity stations and event logistics
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, March 22 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Location: various locations on campus
- Shifts vary throughout the event day
Why volunteer?
Cougar Blue Day is a chance to show off our vibrant campus and foster connections with future Cougars. Your participation helps create a memorable and impactful experience for our guests.

Sign up now to join the Cougar Blue Day team and help us make this event a success!

How to Sign Up
Signing up is quick and easy! Follow these steps:
1. Select Your Shift(s): Choose the time slot(s) you’re available to participate.
2. Save Your Selection: Click "Save & Continue" at the bottom of the page.
3. Add Comments: Include any relevant notes in the comment section for your selected slot(s).
4. Complete Sign-Up: Answer the required questions and click "Sign Up Now."
5. Confirm Your Slot(s): You’ll see a confirmation page and receive an email confirmation.
If you do not receive an email confirmation, please contact us at cougarbluedays@csusm.edu.

Note: You may be reassigned to areas requiring additional support based on event needs.

The deadline to sign up to participate in Cougar Blue Day is Friday, Feb. 28, at 11:59 p.m. Requests made after the deadline will not be accommodated to maintain the accuracy of our schedule and logistics.

Area lead contact information will be posted once assigned.
Programming Sign Up
This sign up is for staff, faculty, and programs to present, host a booth at the expo, or showcase their spaces during the event.

You can sign up by Friday, Feb. 28, at 11:59 p.m., for any of the following during Cougar Blue Day:
- Presentation/Lecture
- Performance/Demonstration
- Student Life & Academics Expo
- Tour
- Open House
Cougar Blue Day will be utilizing SignUp Genius for Participant Sign-Ups. The Sign-Up Genius page will note directions on how to sign-up. Please answer each registration question as thouroughly as possible, there will be specific registration questions regarding equipment that your organization will need for your particular sign up. If you have questions or require assistance, please contact the Cougar Blue Day planning committee.

Note: Room assignments and tent assignments for presentations and the expo will be determined after the Cougar Blue Day Participation Sign-Ups has closed on Friday, March 7, at 11:59 p.m.

Presenters/Performers will need to upload their presentations/music by Friday, March 7, at 11:59 p.m. Upload your files (e.g., presentations, music) to the provided SharePoint folder for event preparation so that Room Monitors/event coordinator may have the room ready in time for the session/performance. The Share Point Folder will require you to be logged in with your �� credentials (staff, faculty, and students). If you have questions or require assistance, please contact the Cougar Blue Day planning committee.
Staff Informational Guides
Lead meeting will be scheduled to assist with questions about the Participant SignUp and preparation for the day of the event (Cougar Blue Day).

Dates and details will be announced soon.

If you cannot attend, a PDF information packet will be available on the Cougar Blue Day website and sign-up platform.
Check-in and Breaks
Check in: Use QR codes at the Welcome Center or Information Booth to check in and out. This helps us account for participants in case of emergencies.

Breaks and Meals:
- Schedule your own breaks during the event.
- Bring your own snacks and meals.
- Water stations will be available throughout campus.
Parking for Cougar Blue Day Staff and Participants

Cougar Blue Day Staff/Participant Parking will be located in the following lots during event hours: , , , ,

Guests will be encouraged to park in Parking Stucture 1 and Buses in Lot N.
Attire, What to Bring

Attire: Wear a department top or blue �� shirt, comfortable jacket, pants, and shoes. Bring a reusable water bottle and weather-appropriate items.

Water Bottles: You are encouraged to bring a reusable water bottle to the event and to refill at any of the water stations located throughout campus. Participants are in charge of scheduling their breaks during the event and for providing their own snacks and meals.

Weather: The event is rain or shine so please plan accordingly for the weather. Please make sure apply sunscreen, and wear a hat if you are scheduled outdoors.
Schedule
Cougar Blue Day Staff Schedule and Sign-Up is noted directly on the Sign-Up Genius website. Those that are participating and/or working the event will need to review the Sign-Up genius site to verify times signed up for prior to the event.
Safety Information

Illness: If you are unwell, please stay home and notify your area lead.

Evacuation Map: An evacuation map will be shared closer to the event date. Stay on designated paths and report any suspicious activity to your area lead.
Special Accommodations
If you have a special accommodation to participate in Cougar Blue Days, please email: cougarbluedays@csusm.edu with your request at least 14 business days prior to the event.
Event Photo and Video Disclaimer

�� reserves the right to use any photograph/video/audio taken at Cougar Blue Day without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video/audio clip. Photographs/videos/audio clips may be used (but not limited to) in publications, brochures, postcards, posters, newspapers, social media, television, websites, etc., for the purposes of event promotion and/or portraying �� as the University of choice.

To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian.

A person attending/participating in/working Cougar Blue Day who does not wish to have their image captured for distribution should make their wishes known to the Cougar Blue Day Planning Committee in writing of his/her intentions and include a photograph of oneself to reference to: cougarbluedays@csusm.edu. The Cougar Blue Day Planning Committee will use the photo for identification purposes and will hold it in confidence.

By attending/participating in/working Cougar Blue Day or by failing to notify the Cougar Blue Day Planning Committee (cougarbluedays@csusm.edu) in writing, your desire to not have your photograph used, you are agreeing to release, defend, hold harmless and indemnify �� from any and all claims involving the use of your picture or likeness.