Events are free and open to the public unless otherwise indicated.


All month - "Bridge the Century: In celebration of SFSU history"
A self-guided tour of SF State's history. In the Library's display cases and lobbies.
Info: contact the Library's Archives/Special Collections Department, sixth floor, M-F, 1-5 p.m., 338-1856.
Sponsored by the Friends of J. Paul Leonard Library

Timeline
Begin here for a timeline of SFSU history. First floor circulation lobby.

The Strike of 1968-69
Sampling points of view and events that shaped one of SF State's most controversial periods. First floor exhibit corridor.

San Francisco State Normal School
Artifacts from SF State's earliest years. Includes the text of the 1899 establishing act, the Ritual of the Teachers Guild Service, and the Teacher's Creed. First floor elevator lobby.

A Century of Campus Fashions
This mini-exhibit traces the history of fashions on campus from our earliest years to the present day and examines the concept of anti-fashion. Second floor elevator lobby.

University Clubs and Organizations
Get to know some of the groups that bring the campus community together to share common interests and objectives. Third floor elevator lobby.

Meet Past Faculty
Get to know 15 people who have served the campus community. Fourth floor elevator lobby.

The Women of SF State
This exhibit consists of two visual collages: the first depicts the past contributions of faculty and staff women to the evolution of the University, and the second highlights the careers of selected women who have attended SF State. Fourth floor wall case near room 426C.

History of the Land (Lake Merced Campus)
Explore the acquisition and development of SF State's physical plant, and see what was here before SFSU. Fifth floor elevator lobby.

All month -- "Dreams, Realities, and Challenges"
A pictorial exhibition on the founding of Asian American Studies at San Francisco State University. Chinese Historical Society of America Museum, 644 Broadway, San Francisco. Hours: Mon. 1-4, Tue.-Fri. 10:30-4, closed Sat. and Sun. Info: 415/391-1188 or www.chsa.org
Sponsored by the CHSA and the Asian American Studies Department

1 -- "Celluloid Dreams"
For many years beginning in the late 60s, SFSU's film department was considered a haven for extremely eclectic and experimental filmmakers. This program of shorts will embody some of the department's cinematic diversity over the years, with films by luminaries such as Scott Bartlett, Karen Holmes, Cauleen Smith, Jay Rosenblatt, and other graduates. Several filmmakers will be present. 7:30 p.m. Coppola Theatre, Fine Arts.
Info:415/ 338-1629.
Sponsored by the Cinema Department

1 -- "History of the SFSU Foundation, Part II"
Holloway Historians Centennial Year Lecture Series, noon-2 p.m., Verducci Room, University Club. Guests include Larry Eisenberg, Patty Bartscher, Jo Volkert, and others.
Info: 415/338-1856.
Sponsored by Holloway Historians

1 -- "History of Unions at SFSU"
Holloway Historians Centennial Year Lecture Series, 2-4 p.m. This is a "fireside chat," meet by the fireside in the University Club.
Info: 415/338-1856.
Sponsored by Holloway Historians

2 -- Gala Celebration at City Hall
This evening event will be held in the splendor of the newly refurbished Beaux Arts rotunda of historic San Francisco City Hall. Ticket required.
Info: 415/338-6990.
Sponsored by the Office of the President and University Advancement

7 -- "History of Women on Campus"
Holloway Historians Centennial Year Lecture Series, 2-4 p.m. This is a "fireside chat," meet by the fireside in the University Club. Concurrent with an exhibit in library display cases.
Info: 415/338-1856.
Sponsored by Holloway Historians

8 -- "Off Screen But On Scene"
Writers, cinematographers, editors and exhibitors. SFSU cinema graduates have gone far in a number of areas essential to the production and exhibition of film. This evening several people will discuss their career choices and present their work. 7:30 p.m. Coppola Theatre, Fine Arts.
Info:415/ 338-1629.
Sponsored by the Cinema Department

9 -- "History of Politicians at SFSU"
Holloway Historians Centennial Year Lecture Series, 2-4 p.m. This is a "fireside chat," meet by the fireside in the University Club.
Info: 415/338-1856.
Sponsored by Holloway Historians

15 -- "History of Holloway Historians"
Holloway Historians Centennial Year Lecture Series, 12-2:30 p.m., Verducci Room, University Club. The Holloway Historians wrap up their 16-year history. They will disband at the conclusion of this meeting.
Info: 415/338-1856.
Sponsored by Holloway Historians

17 -- "Chinese American Literary Voices from SFSU"
Readings by Chinese American writers from SFSU from their favorite and latest works: Jeffery P. Chan, Russell Leong, Ruthanne Lum McCunn, others. Part of the yearlong Chinese Historical Society/SFSU in the Community Lecture Series. 7-9 p.m., CHSA Museum, 644 Broadway, 4th floor, San Francisco.
Info: 338-7590 or www.chsa.org
Sponsored by the CHSA and the Asian American Studies Department

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