Welcome to Hornet Weekly, Sac State's newsletter for students. 🌳
It’s your weekly drop of what’s happening on campus, including events, news, deadlines, updates, and everything you need to know – all in a single email, sent on Tuesdays. 📬
If campus is closed on a Tuesday, don’t worry – we’ll buzz in the next business day. Other changes will be shared in advance. 🗓️
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💚 Our Hive. Our Home. 💛 Stingers Up! 🐝
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Know Before You Go: Tailgating rules for Hornet football game days
Tailgating is a proud Sac State tradition, but it’s important to celebrate responsibly. Alcohol and drug policies will be strictly enforced, and violations can result in loss of tailgating privileges, citations, arrest, or student conduct action. Tailgating may begin up to 4 hours before the game and must end 30 minutes prior to kickoff. Know the rules before you go, and keep tailgating fun, safe, and positive for everyone!
Submitted by Student Affairs & Inclusive Excellence Marketing and Communications
Friends of the University Library Book Bin open this week
The Friends of the University Library Book Bin will be open this week on Wednesday, Sept. 16, and Thursday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Lower Level of the University Library. Come check out the latest in gently used books, media, and art. Cash or check only. All proceeds directly support the University Library.
Submitted by University Library
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📰 Keep up with the latest news at Sac State
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Billiards Trick Shot Competition
Ongoing through Friday, October 2, 2026
Show off your skills in the Nexus Billiards Trick Shot Challenge! Record your shot at the Nexus and submit a public video link through Discord from Sept. 14–Oct. 2. Videos must show the player, cue and balls in one continuous take. Eligible Sac State students advance to community voting Oct. 6–9. The winner will be announced Oct. 14!
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Sponging up Stress with PRIDE
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Sponging up Stress is a new event series dedicated to coloring and watching seasons 1-9 of SpongeBob SquarePants, while letting go of all of the stress from the week. Chill out and socialize in a low-light sensory friendly space or just get comfortable and enjoy some early SpongeBob.
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Empower Hour
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1 - 2 p.m.
Join us for Empower Hour, a welcoming drop-in space to pause, connect, and prioritize your well-being. Engage in supportive conversations around self-worth, healthy relationships, identity, wellness, and more with a Peer Wellness Advocate. No appointment needed—just drop in!
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Learn to Play Wheelchair Basketball: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1 - 3 p.m.
First played in 1946, wheelchair basketball is a fast-paced sport. Test your passing, shooting, and wheelchair skills—no experience needed!
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Top Rope Climbing Clinic: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1 - 3 p.m.
Learn top-rope climbing for FREE! This two-hour class covers belaying, rope management, knots, and climbing basics. Safety Orientation required.
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Billiards 9-Ball Competition
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Chalk up for the 9-Ball Billiards Tournament on Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 4:30 p.m. in the University Union Games Room! Compete for prizes and a spot in the Hall of Fame. Open to verified Sac State students. Equipment is provided. Register through the Games Room Discord by 11:59 p.m. the night before. Details: theuniversityunion.com/games-room.
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EGYM Fitness Showcase: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 3 - 7 p.m.
Come learn about our new EGYM equipment! Explore its features, discover how it can support your fitness goals, and get tips to make the most of your workout at The WELL.
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Finding Your Faculty Mentor
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Interested in having a faculty mentor but not sure where to start? Join us to learn how to find faculty who share your interests, reach out to potential mentors, and build relationships with professors who can support your goals at Sac State and beyond.
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EGYM Fitness Showcase: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Come learn about our new EGYM equipment! Explore its features, discover how it can support your fitness goals, and get tips to make the most of your workout at The WELL.
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Wellness Wednesday: Beads of Belonging
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Celebrate National Multicultural Heritage Month at Beads of Belonging! Create your own personalized keychain, bag charm or keepsake, using colorful beads, letters, and charms while celebrating culture, identity, creativity, and community. Free and open to all Sac State students, faculty, and staff, while supplies last.
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Stinger Expo Vendor Fair & Live Music by Guero Pimentel
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Enjoy regional Mexican music from rising singer-songwriter Güero Pimentel at noon live on Wednesday, Sept. 16, at noon in Serna Plaza. Shop student vendors at the Stinger Expo from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. This FREE event is sponsored by UNIQUE Programs, ASI, and Stinger Expo. Details: SacStateUNIQUE.com or 916-278-6997.
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Career Buzz: Edu Edition—a panel of Sac State alum in education
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, noon - 1 p.m.
Join a panel of three Sac State alumni and discover a variety of careers in education at this month's Career Buzz webinar! From teaching to school administrator, our panelists will share how they built rewarding paths in education that keep schools and communities learning.
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Dream Connections
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, noon - 1:30 p.m.
A well-being support group open to all, creating space for connection around culture, heritage, and the experiences of undocumented people, mixed-status families, and allies.
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SHCWS Sip, Savor, Paint: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, noon - 1:30 p.m.
Come sip and paint with Student Health, Counseling & Wellness Services (SHCWS)! This is an event in collaboration with The First Move at The WELL.
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Empower Hour
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 1 - 2 p.m.
Join us for Empower Hour, a welcoming drop-in space to pause, connect, and prioritize your well-being. Engage in supportive conversations around self-worth, healthy relationships, identity, wellness, and more with a Peer Wellness Advocate. No appointment needed—just drop in!
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Join Us for La Bienvenida!
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 2:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Are you part of a student club or organization? Student clubs and organizations are invited to participate in the La Bienvenida Resource Fair and showcase their organization, recruit new members, and engage with the campus community. La Bienvenida will also feature food trucks, live music by Grupo Karma, a photo booth, games, giveaways, and more!
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Intro to Climbing Clinic: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 4 - 6 p.m.
Try rock climbing for FREE! This 2-hour class covers safety, harness fitting, tying in, climbing movement, and personalized instruction.
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Intramural Dodgeball Tournament: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 5 - 9:30 p.m.
Join an annual WELL tradition: our back-to-school dodgeball tournament, part of The First Move!
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Pop-Up Fitness Event: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Join us for an exciting fitness experience. Each pop-up challenge is different and designed to challenge every participant, all in one minute.
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Therapeutic Gardening Experience: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Grow your wellness through nature, mindfulness and planting. No experience needed, and all equipment is provided!
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Climbing Mega Event: THE FIRST MOVE at The WELL
Thursday, September 17, 2026, noon - 6 p.m.
Explore The WELL’s climbing wall with crate stacking, climbing games, grip challenges, rope climbs, skill stations and more!
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Empower Hour
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 1 - 2 p.m.
Join us for Empower Hour, a welcoming drop-in space to pause, connect, and prioritize your well-being. Engage in supportive conversations around self-worth, healthy relationships, identity, wellness, and more with a Peer Wellness Advocate. No appointment needed—just drop in!
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Queer Welcome: Queer Survival Guide for Sac State
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Looking for friendship, community, or just somewhere you don’t have to explain yourself? Our queer community is here—and yes, we saved you a seat. Join us Thursday, Sept. 17, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. in the PRIDE Center to get tips and tricks for queer affirming care, resources, and socializing.
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SWANA Game Night
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 5 - 7 p.m.
Take a break from classes and join us for SWANA Game Night at the University Union Game Room! Play games, hang out with friends, and meet other students. Bring your friends or stop by on your own. No sign-up needed. Just show up, pick a game, and have some fun with us.
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Day of Service - Great American River Clean-Up
Saturday, September 19, 2026, 9 a.m. - noon
Join the Community Engagement Center as we partner with American River Parkway Foundation to clean our beautiful river right next to campus! Please wear close-toed shoes and comfortable clothes to bend, squat, and collect trash in. All volunteers will receive a T-shirt and a free sandwich coupon from Jersey Mike's!
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Harvest Moon Festival at the Capistrano Hall
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Sac State Chinese American Faculty and Staff Association, the 5th-annual Harvest Moon Festival is Sunday, Sept. 20, at Capistrano Hall. Please come to enjoy the food and culture with free admission and parking, free mooncake tasting and a formal stage performance.
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Dress for Success - JCPenney Suit-Up SALE for Sac State Students
Sunday, September 20, 2026, 4 - 7 p.m.
Sac State is teaming up with JCPenney to offer you professional clothing and accessories for up to 45% off! From business suits to scrubs to watches to luggage, this exclusive sale has something for everyone. You must attend in person to receive the discount! Pre-registration is required! Wear Sac State gear for a free gift (while supplies last).
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Empower Hour
Monday, September 21, 2026, 1 - 2 p.m.
Join us for Empower Hour, a welcoming drop-in space to pause, connect, and prioritize your well-being. Engage in supportive conversations around self-worth, healthy relationships, identity, wellness, and more with a Peer Wellness Advocate. No appointment needed—just drop in!
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📅 Looking for stuff to do when you're not in class?
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Grad Corner is a dedicated section for news, announcements, events and resources just for students currently enrolled in graduate and credential programs. However, there is plenty of other content in the newsletter that applies to you, so take a look!
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Planning to graduate fall 2026? Application for Graduation due Oct. 1
Submitted by the Office of Graduate Studies
Advancement to Candidacy & Classification Application due Oct. 1
Students planning to advance in spring 2027 or summer 2027 (CCE programs only) must submit their Advancement to Candidacy Form to the Office of Graduate Studies by Oct. 1. Access the Advancement to Candidacy Form. Students must be Fully Classified prior to submission. If you were admitted as Conditionally Classified and have satisfied your conditions, then submit the Classification Application Form by Oct. 1. Access the Classification Application Form.
Submitted by the Office of Graduate Studies
Graduate Researcher Series: Intro to Research Tools and Services
This virtual workshop covers searching for research articles in library databases, navigating the library website, and how your assigned subject librarian can help you with all of your information needs. These resources will help you with your coursework and provide you with the tools you need to succeed as a researcher. This workshop is open to graduate students from all disciplines and it is part of the Graduate Researcher Series of workshops. Registration for the workshop is required.
Submitted by the Office of Graduate Studies
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Graduate Studies Application Information Session
Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 11 a.m. - noon
This application information session is for students interested in graduate education programs at Sacramento State. It will cover how to apply, how to prepare for the application, how to assess finances, and mapping your career pathway.
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NSF Graduate Research Fellowship Program (GRFP) Workshop
Friday, September 18, 2026, noon - 1 p.m.
Workshop to help undergraduates and first year MS students in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields learn how to apply for the NSF GRFP fellowship.
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Intro to Research & Advance Searching Methods Workshop
Monday, September 21, 2026, 4 - 5 p.m.
Participants will learn the fundamentals of the research process and gain strategies for scholarly research to identify key studies in your discipline.
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Intro to Research & Advance Searching Methods Workshop
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 4 - 5 p.m.
Participants will learn the fundamentals of the research process and gain strategies for scholarly research to identify key studies in your discipline.
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🎓 Link up with OGS and learn more
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TimelyCare: Sac State students have FREE access!
TimelyCare’s self-services are here for you anytime Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Services (SHCWS) is closed, including evenings and weekends. SHCWS is available: M-Th: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and F: 9:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Use TimelyCare for help with:
- Sickness or minor illness
- Stress, anxiety or relationships
- Sleep, focus or test anxiety
- Nutrition and overall wellness
- Much more
Visit our TimelyCare webpage to learn more and register. Free for all currently enrolled students.
Submitted by SHCWS
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✏️ Essential student resources
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Bookmark our Know Your Resources archive to see all the useful tools and services we've featured in the past.
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🌳 More resources to help you succeed
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