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Items marked (UGRD) in the title only apply to undergraduates.
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💚 Our Hive. Our Home. 💛 Stingers Up! 🐝
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2026 Summer Study Abroad in Italy
Be where history was made! Explore the history and culture of Naples and Rome in this short-term, faculty-led summer abroad program worth 3 or 6 units (HIST 112 and/or ITAL 199). Lodge with fellow classmates, visit iconic landmarks, experience artifacts and monuments in person, and enjoy a cooking class in Naples.
• May 28 - June 7, 2026
• Cost by units ($4,483/$5,758); Payment plan/scholarships available
• Program details
• Attend Thursday, Dec. 4, 4-5 p.m. Zoom info session (passcode: Summer26)
Submitted by Department of World Languages & Literatures
Save the date! 13th annual APIDA Graduation Celebration (UGRD)
Save the date for the 13th annual Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) Student Graduation Celebration! Open to Fall 2025, Spring 2026, and Summer 2026 graduates. Family, friends, faculty and staff are invited to celebrate this milestone together.
• Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
• Location: University Union Ballroom
• Time: 6 to 8 p.m.
More details and registration info coming soon. If you have any questions, please contact us. Get the latest updates.
Submitted by APIDA Center
Winter classes going fast! Cool courses, hot future! ⚡🎓
Don’t wait – spots are disappearing! Winter Intersession helps you stay on track, graduate sooner, and make the most of your break. Bundle up, level up, and claim your class before it’s gone.
Submitted by the College of Continuing Education
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Master's in Social Work Application Information Session
Learn about the Master of Social Work (MSW) application process. The information session will be held virtually on today, Dec. 2, from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. This session covers key details for a successful application. Perfect for those seeking guidance on how to apply to the MSW program. Registration is available.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies
Cal State Apply application support
Need help applying to Sacramento State? Join our Cal State Apply Virtual Help Desk and get real-time support from our Sacramento State Admissions team! The event is on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies
Join us for our Chosen Family Potluck this holiday season
Looking for community this holiday season? We are hosting a Chosen Family Potluck on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from Noon to 1:30 p.m. in the PRIDE Center! Bring a dish and connect with students, staff, and faculty in an inclusive and welcoming space. Join us for good food and good company. All are welcome! More details. RSVP for the potluck. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact PRIDE Center before the event.
Submitted by the PRIDE Center
Festival of Lights and Togetherness
The Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) Center and The Asian Pacific Islander and Desi American (APIDA) Center invite you to the Festival of Light and Togetherness on Thursday, Dec. 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. in Lassen Hall 2200P. Register for the event. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Marwa Al Khamees in advance.
Submitted by SWANA Center; APIDA Center
Engineering & Computer Science Senior Project Showcase
Join us for the Fall 2025 Senior Project Showcase, where graduating seniors from Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering present their final projects.
• Friday, Dec. 5 | 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
• Tschannen Engineering Building & Riverside Hall Breezeway
• View Presentation Times & Locations
Submitted by the College of Engineering and Computer Science
MA in Language & Literacy Information Session
This session, led by esteemed Language & Lit professors, including Dr. Marcy Merrill & Dr. Porfirio Loeza, is an opportunity for K-12 teachers, elementary educators, and those interested in language and reading to explore how this program can support their professional goals. Join the session on Friday, Dec. 12, from 5-6 p.m.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies
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📅 Looking for more 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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Fall 2026 MBA and online iMBA applications open!
If you’ve been thinking about applying to the MBA or Online iMBA program at Sacramento State’s College of Business, now is the perfect time! Applications are NOW OPEN for Fall 2026! Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your career and achieve your professional goals.
Submitted by College of Business Graduate Programs Office
6th annual Sac State Grad Slam
Sacramento State is hosting a Grad Slam competition in Spring. Grad Slam is an academic research communication competition that challenges graduate students to present a compelling speech about their research and its significance to non-academic persons in just three minutes. Information session registration and application submissions are open.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies
Thesis/Project/Dissertation Review and Submission Appointments Begin
Thesis/Project/Dissertation Review and Submission Appointments for Fall 2025 graduates began this week. Registration for appointments will close on Wednesday, Dec. 3. Make sure to secure your spot!
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies, Degree Services
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🎓 Link up with OGS and learn more
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Stress-Relief Activities at the University Library
Take a moment to de-stress during the last two weeks of the semester. The library invites students to our Stress-Relief Room (LIB 2022) from Wednesday, Dec. 3 – Wednesday, Dec. 10. Activities include coloring, games, origami and more. If you can’t join us in person, check out our virtual relief resources.
Submitted by the University Library
New free resource: Self-care journey for social anxiety
Social anxiety can make everyday interactions tough. TimelyCare’s new Self-Care for Social Anxiety journey helps you understand what it is, why it happens, and how to manage it with mindfulness, communication skills, and confidence-building tools.
→ Go to timelycare.com to log in or download the app.
It’s free for all Sac State students. No appointment needed. Just log into the TimelyCare app today to start your journey toward feeling more at ease in social settings.
Submitted by Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Services
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✏️ Essential student resources
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Your Voice Matters! Help us shape programs that are made for you
We’d love for you to be part of our research because your voice matters! By sharing your experiences, you’ll help guide programs and services that strengthen student success. The survey takes about 10 minutes and asks about your student experiences, well-being, and sense of belonging. Your input can make a real difference for you and future Hornets! Are you in? Just click here to take the survey. Questions? Please contact the Cultural Academic Resource Centers team.
Submitted by Cultural Academic Resource Centers
Graduate Studies Information Session
These information sessions are designed to provide prospective students with general information about planning, applying for, and attending graduate school. Register for the last information session for Fall 2025 on Wednesday, Dec. 3 at 3 p.m.
Submitted by Office of Graduate Studies, Admissions
MLK Center’s Harambee Celebration
Let’s wrap up the semester at the MLK Center’s Harambee Celebration on Wednesday, Dec. 3, from Noon to 2 p.m. in the MLK Center, Lassen Hall 2201. Harambee is a Swahili word meaning “let’s pull together” or “let’s unite.” Enjoy an afternoon of music, games, meaningful conversations, and delicious Afro-American cuisine. Please RSVP to attend. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact Kaifa Yates at least five business days in advance.
Submitted by the MLK Center
Wish Upon A Star gift drive to benefit families affected by HIV & AIDS
Give back this season with Wish Upon A Star gift drive through Dec. 10. Visit the University Union or The WELL lobbies to choose a wish from the display, purchase the gift, and return it unwrapped with the tag attached. All donations benefit Sunburst Projects, supporting families affected by HIV/AIDS. Learn more at theuniversityunion.com/wish. To request ADA reasonable accommodations, contact University Union Info Desk before the event.
Submitted by Union WELL, Inc.
Learn to save a life: Free opioid overdose prevention training!
Anyone can help prevent an overdose! Join a FREE training to learn how to identify signs of opioid overdose, administer Naloxone (Narcan), and use fentanyl test strips safely. Participants receive a FREE Narcan kit and test strips. Register on Campus Groups.
• Thursday, Dec. 18
• 1-2 p.m.
• The WELL, Wildwood Room (first floor)
Submitted by Student Health, Counseling, & Wellness Services
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