🌟 Get ready for ‘A World of Wonder’ on the Quad! 🌟
Carnival on the Quad is BACK! Step into a magical evening showcasing global cultures and carnival games as “A World of Wonder” takes over on Friday, April 10, from 5:30–9:30 p.m. in the Acorn Amphitheater (Main Quad). Whether you’re looking for a night of fun, food or unforgettable memories with friends, this carnival has it ALL. Register to attend. 🐝✨🎡 To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Jena Harris at least five business days in advance.
Submitted by Campus Life Programs
PergolARTs Series
Experience the PergolARTs Series celebrating student creativity! Outdoor pergolas across campus are transformed into spaces for pop‑up performances, installations, demonstrations and creative expression. Free for all, no registration required and all outdoor spaces are ADA accessible.
• Tuesdays and Wednesdays in April
• Noon – 2 p.m.
• Various locations across campus
Submitted by the College of Arts & Letters
Plática & Healing: Holding Space for Community
Join us monthly for our Cultural Academic Resource Center “Healing Through Unity” series as we come together to share, discuss, decompress and reflect on the current climate through our community experiences. The session is facilitated by licensed therapist Jake de La Hoya from The WELL.
• Tuesday, April 1
• 11 a.m. – Noon
• University Union Orchard Suite (second floor)
To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Catherine Mayorga at least five business days in advance.
Submitted by El Centro Serna
Festival of the Arts
Join us for The Festival of the Arts (FOTA), our annual signature program featuring creative performances, exhibits, guest lectures and master classes showcasing creative, cultural and innovative directions across various disciplines. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact the College of Arts & Letters at least five business days in advance.
• April 4-12
• College of Arts & Letters Event Calendar
Submitted by the College of Arts & Letters
Considering a Health Science major? Attend a workshop!
Get ahead of the fall registration rush and declare your major – we’re here to help! Attend a virtual workshop where we’ll discuss Health Science major requirements, course planning, the declaration process and common career paths. Register for one of our upcoming Zoom sessions:
• Friday, April 3 | 2-3 p.m.
• Friday, April 10 | 2-3 p.m.
• Tuesday, April 14 | 2-3 p.m.
Submitted by the Health & Human Services Student Success Center
Guest poet: Preeti Vangani
Join us for a reading by poet/writer/educator Preeti Vangani! Preeti is the author of two poetry collections, Mother Tongue Apologize (2019) and Fifty Mothers (2026), and her work has appeared in numerous publications including AGNI, Threepenny Review, and Prairie Schooner. She holds a Master of Fine Arts in Writing from the University of San Francisco. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact the English Department at least five business days in advance.
• Monday, April 6
• 1:30 p.m.
• Calaveras 133
Submitted by the English Department
Career exploration event: Therapy & poetry
Alum Tamer Mostafa will discuss the intersection of poetry and therapy during our "Ask an Alum: Poetry + Therapy" event. Tamer is a licensed clinical social worker who uses person-centered approaches to understand the powerful role stories play in shaping everyday life. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact the English Department at least five business days in advance.
• Monday, April 6
• 3 p.m.
• Calaveras 133
Submitted by the English Department
National Public Health Week
Join the Department of Public Health at Sac State in celebrating National Public Health week. A mixture of on-campus and virtual events include health-based Jeopardy, tour of Basic Needs Resource Center, community advocacy panel and a hands-on obstacle course. It takes place April 6–10. Visit here for further information.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies
Financial wellness workshop
Join the Financial Wellness Center for a “Your Money Matters” workshop. An interactive workshop that will cover Budgeting, Loans and Credit. The presentation includes three activities relevant to each topic for students to get a hands-on experience throughout the presentation. The event is Tuesday, April 7, from 3-4 p.m. For further updates, visit the Financial Wellness webpage.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies
Network with local business leaders at Career Development Day
Gain practical career insights from experienced professionals and alumni. Hosted by Student Alumni Association & Future Business Leaders of America & powered by ASI, this event features a panel discussion and FREE refreshments.
📅 Wednesday, April 8
⏰ 4-7 p.m.
📍 University Union Pacific Suite
✅ Register for Career Development Day!
Submitted by Alumni Relations
AI in the Professions Panel
Attend a virtual panel featuring professionals from a diverse range of career fields discussing how artificial intelligence is transforming their work and reshaping daily tasks, creative processes and professional practices. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Angela Laflen at least five business days in advance.
• Thursday, April 9
• 10 a.m. - Noon
• Zoom link
Submitted by AI Across the Sac State Writing Curriculum Project
Meals and mentors! Join us for Dinner with Hornets!
Interested in exploring a career path that intrigues you? Join Sac State alumni who want to share their experiences with you! Choose from 18 different table topics related to career field or lived experience.
📅 Wednesday, April 15
⏰ 6-8 p.m.
📍 Harper Alumni Center
✅ Register for Dinner with Hornets
👕 Volunteer for free shirt
To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact the Erin Mahoney five days before the event.
Submitted by Alumni Relations
Film screening & discussion: Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck
The Charles Martell Author Lecture Series will conclude on Thursday, April 16, at 1 p.m. with Sac State faculty Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck. Join Prof. Ojeda-Beck and the Friends of the University Library in the University Union Cottonwood Suite for a special screening and discussion of his documentary short, "The Long Valley." To request reasonable accommodations, please contact Library Administration by Wednesday, April 8.
Submitted by the Friends of the University Library
Flavors of SWANA: Bites & Insights – a cooking demo + mini workshop
Join us and the SWANA Center in The Cove Kitchen (first floor, The WELL) for Flavors of SWANA: Bites & Insights – a cooking demo + mini workshop focused on culturally inspired meals that support student health. We’ll demo a fresh chickpea salad with olive oil and lemon. Come grab snacks and learn with us on Tuesday, April 22, from Noon – 1 p.m. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Sham Sanghera at least five business days in advance.
Submitted by Student Health, Counseling & Wellness Services
Register for the 2026 Out of the Darkness Campus Walk at The WELL
Join Student Health, Counseling & Wellness Services (SHCWS) and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) for the Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention on Thursday, April 16, from 4–8 p.m. at The WELL. A resource fair starts at 4 p.m. and the walk is at 6 p.m. Free registration. Parking included for registered participants (Parking Structure 3, top floor). Food provided. Register on CampusGroups and at afsp.org/csus. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Monica Martin at least five business days in advance.
Submitted by SHCWS
International Student Graduation Ceremony
Please join us on Friday, May 8, from 4-6 p.m. in the University Union Pacific Suite for our International Student Graduation Ceremony! If you are an international student that is graduating this Spring/Summer, please register to participate in the event! All students, staff and faculty are welcome to join us as attendees to support our graduates. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Inclusive Excellence at least 10 days in advance.
Submitted by Inclusive Excellence
Lavender Graduation 2026: Degrees secured & legacy activated
As a grad, you did the work, made the grades, & simply slayed! Now it’s time to honor you. Celebrate Sac State’s queer grads and their ride-or-die allies at Lavender Graduation 2026 on Tuesday, May 12, from 4-6 p.m. in the University Union Cottonwood Suite. With an RSVP, everyone’s invited, so bring your cheers and chosen family — we’ll turn the tassels! To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Amy Burke-Jones at least five business days in advance.
Submitted by the PRIDE Center
