Welcome Days 2012 Schedule
This was a schedule of events for Welcome Days 2012. Check back spring semester for Welcome Days 2013.
Monday, August 27th & Tuesday, August 28th
Thursday, August 23rd
Move-In Day
10 a.m. | University Housing
Student Life Resource Fair
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | University Housing
This resource fair showcases opportunities to get involved on campus and also some of the many resources available to you throughout the year.
Understanding your University Housing Installment and Financial Aid Payment Plans – Methods of Payments
1 p.m. – 2 p.m. | Nob Hill Room, Seven Hills Conference Center
Learn about on-campus housing Installment Payment Plans, Housing Fee Payment Schedule and the Method of Payments.
Residential Life Parent Panel
3 p.m. – 4 p.m. | Jack Adams Hall, Cesar Chavez Student Center
Residential Life and University Property Management staff will provide parents with important information regarding their student's residential experience. There will be a Questions and Answers session following the panel discussion.
Parent Reception
4 p.m. – 6 p.m. | Jack Adams Hall, Cesar Chavez Student Center
Parents, it’s time to unwind and enjoy some refreshments while you meet key administrators, staff and fellow parents.
Movie on the Lawn
8 p.m. – 11 p.m. | Academic Quad Lawn
Tired after a long move-in day? Relax outside and watch a newly released blockbuster film. Bring your blanket, family and friends. Sponsored by your Associated Students, Inc. (ASI).
Friday, August 24th
Wake Up and Smell the Java/What's Happening Information Session
8 a.m. – 9 a.m. | Jack Adams Hall, Cesar Chavez Student Center
Enjoy a free cup of java and learn about Welcome Days event highlights in preparation for an exciting day. Sponsored by the SF State Alumni Association.
Welcome Days Registration
8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Academic Quad Lawn
The white tent/canopy on the lawn is the place to check in for the day and get your Welcome Days materials.
Student Life/Co-curricular Open Houses
Various Times 8:30 a.m. – 10 a.m. | Various locations (see printed program)
University colleges, departments and support programs will host a variety of programs to assist students in learning about the many options and resources available to achieve academic success. Open house sessions include tours, general information sessions, and resource guides to assist incoming students in learning about the various programs and resources available to them on campus. Guests may stop by as many of the programs as they like to get a sample of the variety of resources available to students at SF State.
SF State Welcome: Faces of Community
10 a.m. – 11 a.m. | Academic Quad Lawn
This event is the official SF State welcome to all incoming students including remarks from the University President, President of Associated Students, Inc., 2012 Alumnus of the Year and Dean of Students. SF State invites incoming students, family and guests to discover the many faces that make up our diverse and multifaceted University community. Begin a journey at SF State that will prove to be unique, challenging and enriched.
Welcome Transfer Students
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Jack Adams Hall, Cesar Chavez Student Center
Transfer students are already familiar with college life. However, every institution has its own way of doing things. Learn how to best achieve academic success at SF State as an incoming transfer student.
Welcome to the Real World (First-Year Students)
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | McKenna Theater, Creative Arts Building
Students will learn about challenges, difficult choices and their responsibility as members of the SF State community. Student actors convey some possible real-world scenarios while University departments provide tips and resources regarding safety and wellness.
Home Away From Home (Parents and Guests)
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Knuth Theater, Creative Arts Building
Administrators and staff provide family and guests with important information regarding safety and wellness resources at SF State. There will be a Questions and Answers session following the panel discussion.
Taste of SF State
12 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Main Quad/Lawn, Malcolm X Plaza and Cesar Chavez Student Center
Grab a free hot dog, sample SF State cuisine, learn how to get involved in student activities and enjoy great live music at this food fair and student activities showcase.
Academic Life at SF State
1:30 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. | Various Classrooms (see printed program)
Various sample classes and academic information sessions will be offered for parents and incoming students, parents and guests to choose from to provide first hand experience regarding the classroom setting at SF State.
Information Workshops (Session 1)
2:30 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. | Various Classrooms (see printed program)
Various workshops will be offered for incoming students, parents and guests to choose from to provide detailed information regarding University and community resources.
Residential Life Living Learning Communities
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. | McKenna Theater, Creative Arts Building
Residential Life students who reside in a Living Learning Community (LLC) within University housing meet with administrators and faculty from host colleges to discuss the living learning program experience. Students will also network with LLC Resident Assistants and fellow first-year participants.
Information Workshops (Session 2)
3:30 p.m. – 4:15 p.m. | Various Classrooms (see printed program)
Various workshops will be offered for incoming students, parents and guests to choose from to provide detailed information regarding University and community resources.
Parents and Family Program Dinner
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Jack Adams Hall, Cesar Chavez Student Center
Parents and family members of incoming students are invited to socialize, share common experiences and learn about the Parents and Family Program.
Note - This program is for Parents and family members only with limited seating. Purchase your $15 ticket early to reserve a space using the button below.
Tickets are sold-out
SF State’s Got Talent
9 p.m. – 11 p.m. | McKenna Theater, Creative Arts Building
Various SF State student organizations and students showcase their talents through this dance, music, and other performing arts competition. If you have a special talent, you too may join in the fun by signing up online. Limited space available. (https://orgsync.com/13745/forms/49779)
Saturday, August 25th
One Community – Day of Service
8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. | Outside the Dining Center, University Housing
Incoming students begin their San Francisco State community service experience, connecting with fellow students, SF State and the San Francisco community. Students will participate in beautification, landscaping and other service activities. RSVP available online when you register for Welcome Days. Additional information will be provided to students who RSVP yes via email, including the opportunity to select your service activity, as we get closer to Welcome Days.
Journalism Department Student Orientation
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. | HUM 308
Learn more about the curriculum, the faculty, and the culture of the department. Get to know your classmates. Transfer students will have an opportunity to get academic advising specific to Journalism requirements. Pizza and beverages will be provided.
Student Life Carnival
9 p.m. – 12 p.m. | Centennial Walkway, Outside Student Services Building
Enjoy an evening of music, games, laser tag, and much more as we bring the carnival to SF State.
Sunday, August 26th
Student Film Showcase
1 p.m. – 5 p.m. | McKenna Theater, Creative Arts Building
Provocative. Edgy. Hilarious. Witness the best student films the Cinema Collective at SF State has to offer. A discussion with the filmmakers follows the screening. Admission is free.
Monday, August 27th & Tuesday, August 28th
Student Life Welcome Back Event
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Malcolm X Plaza/Quad
Student Life welcomes back all our returning students, allowing them to meet the newest members of the SF State community. Enjoy music and games as you learn about the many departments, student organizations and resources on campus that help shape the Student Life experience. Students will also have the opportunity to suggest new ideas for Student Life at SF State.
