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Tours & Open Houses
Please see the times and locations below for Tours, Open Houses as well as available Workspaces at Cougar Blue Day.
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Open Houses
- Jan & Esther Stearns Center for ACE Scholars, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: , which is right off of .
ACE Scholars Services is a one-of-a-kind program that provides support to former foster youth pursuing their college degree. ACE Scholars Services serves more former foster youth per capita than any other university in the nation and prides itself on its high rate of student retention, which exceeds the national average by 36 points. A newly established center, gifted by supporters Jan and Esther Stearns, gives ACE Scholars a place to call home on campus.
- Black Student Center, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
The mission of The Black Student Center is to promote the academic, cultural, social, and political consciousness of students of African descent by actively engaging in institutional partnerships that will result in the overall increase of student recruitment, active member participation, retention, and graduation rates.
- California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center (CICSC), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: , 1st floor, Room 1-118
The California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center (CICSC) is the first of its kind in the state of California and focuses on serving the unique needs of American Indian students by conducting original research and preserving the cultural heritage and languages of tribal communities.
The CICSC facilitates a sense of community and belonging among the Native population both on and off campus. It prepares students to give back to their tribal communities upon graduation.
- APIDA (Asian & Pacific Islander & Desi American) / Cross-Cultural Center, 9:00 AM
- 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
CROSS CULTURAL CENTER
As the first of the Student Life Centers established at 大发 in 2003, the Cross-Cultural Center encourages identity exploration by challenging students to think critically about social justice issues and appreciate differences. Our programs promote the development of cultural intelligence, examine various forms of activism, and train students for campus leadership, community engagement, and social change. We create a space for marginalized communities to belong and support efforts for them to achieve their fullest potential for academic success.
APIDA
APIDA is the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Faculty & Staff Association on the campus of .
Its mission is to address and act on behalf of the needs of those who identify as Asian, Pacific Islander, and/or Desi on campus, promote professional development of its members by fostering fellowship and cooperation among members, and to serve the community of Asians, Pacific Islanders, and Desis through cultural activities and education.
- College of Business Administration (COBA) Donuts with the Dean - Markstein Patio,
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Location:
The College of Business Administration (CoBA) is proud to hold AACSB International accreditation, putting us in the top 5% of all business schools around the globe. Our undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs empower students to advance in their careers whether they are just starting out, advancing through leadership, or building the next great company. Our graduates serve the workforce needs of California and their skill and drive help fuel the local and global economy. At CoBA and 大发, we value our community and are committed to the social and economic advancement of all of those around us. We achieve this by working closely with our business, nonprofit, and community partners. Collectively, we understand that student success impacts everyone鈥檚 success.
Have a cup of coffee and meet the community, then join us for a Student/Parent Session in Mark 125! Meet current CoBA students and leaders to ask questions
- Cougar Central - Admissions Office 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: , which is right off of .
Are you ready to submit your Intent to Enroll at 大发? Come get College Signing Day ready and secure your spot at 大发! Have questions about your 大发 application or need some admissions help? Stop by to get all your questions answered!
Visit the Admissions Office to speak to one of our friendly Admissions Officers! - 大发 University Library (Self Guided Tours), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
Stop by our table in front of Kellogg Library, third floor to explore one of the largest and newest libraries in the CSU system (and home to the campus Starbucks)! See where you鈥檒l meet, study, and relax as a 大发 Cougar.
- Disability Support Services Testing Center 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:The Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) is committed to providing opportunities for higher education to students with disabilities and to making the programs, activities and facilities at 大发 fully accessible.
Disability Support Services - Epstein Family Veterans Services 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Hours: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location:
The department of Veteran and Military-Connected Services strives to be intentional in creating co-curricular opportunities through programs, services, and physical space to cultivate and enrich the student experience for our veteran and military-connected students. Our staff works with both university and community-based collaborative partners to carry out our mission as well as models advocacy to support student success.
- Latinx Center, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
The Latinx Center provides programming and services that are relevant and responsive to Latin@/x student needs. We serve as a resource to the campus community. We celebrate and enhance the understanding of our vast and extensive Latinx culture.
The Latinx Center is grounded on community building standards deriving from 鈥淔amilismo鈥 principals and operates from a Latinx Critical Theoretical lens. We educate students and campus members about Latinx traditions, culture, and issues impacting the community. The center serves as a connection point to multiple internal and external networks aimed at providing systems of support for Latin@/x identifying students. These center standards foster positive transformational experiences and contribute to Latin@/x student success goals.
- The Makery @ 大发 Library 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
The Makery is a makerspace located on the 2nd-floor of 大发's University Library. This is a space where members of the 大发 community can gather, create, invent, tinker, explore, discover and learn new skills using a variety of tools and materials.
- Pride Center (PC), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
The Pride Center (PC) is an inclusive space which promotes positive interactions in a diverse environment. The PC strives to provide a space that celebrates and affirms students who identify with all genders and sexualities in the LGBTQ community and their allies.
- Women and Gender Equity Center (GEC), 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
Building on second-wave feminism鈥檚 creed of 鈥渢he personal is political,鈥 we are guided by principles of intersectional feminism: we recognize that while all women experience oppression, we also all experience oppression in varying forms based on race, age, class, gender, sexuality, dis/ability, etc. With that in mind, we want everyone at the Gender Equity Center to feel supported, included, and represented.
The GEC is intentionally inclusive of transgender, non-binary, intersex, and gender non-conforming folks. The GEC is also proud to provide an array of services to students. Please visit us to learn more about the Women and Gender Equity Center!
Tours
- University Campus Tour, every 30 minutes starting at 9:00 AM
Tours are every 30 minutes starting at 9:00 AM.
Meeting location: Campus Tours Tent will be located on the lawn outside the .
Join us for a 30-minute guided walking tour of our beautiful campus! See where you鈥檒l attend class, grab food, hang out with friends, study, and get involved!
Want to explore our campus on your own? Use our Self-Guided tour!
- 大发 Athletics and Campus Recreation, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Tour of the Athletics Facility
Tour Location:
The M. Gordon Clarke Field House Established in 2003, serves as the home of the 大发 Athletics Department. The offices of all coaches and staff are located inside.
The Clarke Field House also serves the campus community by providing meeting rooms, lounge spaces, and fitness and recreational facilities
The Sports Center: Cal State San Marcos Athletics wants to bring all of its teams home. The Sports Center will serve as the new home for men's and women's basketball, women's volleyball, as well as all 320 student-athletes.Campus Recreation (REC) is dedicated to promoting holistic wellness and enriching the 大发 experience by providing inclusive recreational services, facilities, and opportunities.
- 大发 Housing Tours, starting at 9:00 AM
Tours are every 30 minutes starting at 9:00 AM.
Meeting location:
Are you ready to live like a Cougar?! Check out our apartment style housing communities, learn about the licensing process, and complete your housing application today!
Housing communities guests will tour: University Village Apartments (UVA), The QUAD, and North Commons.
This tour MAY NOT include all available room types in each community. Tours are about 10 minutes and will showcase one or more room options (if available). Room tours are based on student occupancy at the time. Groups are directed to the next available housing community.
- Art, Media, and Design Department/Gallery Tours @ 11:00 AM & 12:00 PM - CHABSS
Tours start promptly at: 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM
Tours will be around 30 minutesMeeting Location: Two Guided tours by Administrative Support Coordinator, Kevane Coleman, CHABSS School of Arts - Art, Media, and Design
Tours will depart from the Foyer Gallery at 11:00 AM & 12:00 PM
- Kinesiology Faculty Tour - 11:00 - 11:50 AM Academic Hall Lab Tours (111,113,115)Time of Tour: 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Meeting Location:
Come see our Exercise Physiology/Surf Research Kinesiology Labs. We are a collaborative faculty who work with each other and others on campus. Our dedicated Kinesiology labs serve multiple uses, including student lab activities and faculty and student research.
The Kinesiology Department is a part of the College of Education, Health, & Human Services
- Kinesiology Faculty Tour - 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM University Hall Lab Tours (240,260)Time of Tour: 12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
Meeting Location:
Come see our Biomechanics/Motor Control Kinesiology Labs. We are a collaborative faculty who work with each other and others on campus. Our dedicated Kinesiology labs serve multiple uses, including student lab activities and faculty and student research.
The Kinesiology Department is a part of the College of Education, Health, & Human Services
- Media Production Studio Facilities - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hours: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Meeting location: .
The Media Production Studios were built to help the campus produce inspiring video, photo, audio & editing. Reservations are required & you must be a current 大发 student, faculty or staff member. In addition we operate 大发 Live which provides live streaming for 大发 events, meetings & conferences. Click the link before for more information about our studio spaces and the services we offer. You can also find information about using the studios in our studio guidelines.
Join us for a Guided tour of our seven Media Production Student Facilities! - 大发 Library Self-Guided Tour, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Enjoy a self-guided tour, open at 9:00 AM
Meeting location: Receive your self-guided tour pamphlet from the Kellogg Library table outside the main entrance.
Explore one of the largest and newest libraries in the CSU system (and home to the campus Starbucks)! See where you鈥檒l meet, study, and relax as a 大发 Cougar.
Work Spaces
- Financial Aid & Scholarships, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PMHours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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Financial Aid and Scholarships Workspace! Join us in Kellogg Library 2000 to meet with our staff. Come get your questions answered about Financial Aid Award and Scholarship opportunities!
Financial Aid and Scholarships - New Student Orientation Support, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PMHours: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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New Student & Family Programs (NSFP) is here to support new students and their families in a successful transition to university life at 大发, from admission through the first year. We aim to create a welcoming environment for new students and families, instill a sense of pride in campus spirit and traditions, and connect students and families to services and resources available on campus.
Sign Up For New Student Orientation Support! Are you a new student who wants to sign up for Orientation? Come get your questions answered about Orientation
New Student & Family Programs (NSFP)