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Use the program schedule below to plan out your day for Cougar Blue Day! The program schedule will note times of sessions as well as hosts and their locations on campus.
- 9:00 am - 9:50 am
- 10:00 am - 10:50 am
- 11:00 am - 11:50 am
- 12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
- 1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
- Student Life and Academics Expo and Performances
- Tours and Open Houses
*Please note that sessions and times are subject to change. Sessions are based on a first come, first served and may reach room capacity. Once room capacity is reached, the session will not be able to allow for additional guests to attend.
9:00 am - 9:50 am
- The Office of Global Education (Travel Abroad)
Location: University Hall, first floor, Room 100
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Learn about the variety of study abroad options at CSUSM and how you can plan
ahead to make overseas exploration a part of your undergraduate career.50 minute presentation. Presented by Tiffany Gabbard, Assistant Director of Study Abroad.
- Let's Talk Business - CoBA (9:00 am - 9:50 am)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 125
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from the Deans, students, and faculty about what you can learn in the College of Business Administration and how we can help you achieve your goals. Light refreshments will be served.
This session will be from 9:00 am to 9:50 am. Presenter: College of Business Administration, Dean Ramirez.
- Next Steps for First-Year Students
Location, University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom B
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students and their Families
Next Steps to CSUSM for First Year Students! We'll review what you need to do between now and your first day of class. This session is open to all Fall 2024 admitted students and their families.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Yessenia Rico Zamora, Coordinator of New Student Programs.
- Student Financial Services
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom C
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students and their Families
Don't forget to visit the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central from 9 am - 2 pm to pay your deposit when you submit your Intent to Enroll (First-Year Students, Transfer Students)!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Patty Hanks, Student Financial Services
Cashier's Office - Student Financial Services - Success Coaching for First Year Students
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom A
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students and their Families
Learn about our award-winning Success Coaching program for first-year students! Hear from our team who personally guides students through their first year at CSUSM with one-on-one sessions and workshops to encourage and develop study skills, goal setting, and academic success.
50 minute presentation. Presented by The Office of Success Coaching Staff.
- Transfer Student Reception
Location, University Student Union, second floor, Room 2310 A & B
Applicable Audience: Transfer Students
Transferring from a community college or another 4-year institution? We welcome our transfer students to join us for a reception to kick off Cougar Blue Day! Meet faculty, staff, and fellow students.
50 minute presentation. Presented by New Student and Family Programs.
10:00 am - 10:50 am
- College of Business Administration (CoBA) – Parent and Family Donuts With the DeanLocation: Markstein Hall (MARK) Patio
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Join the CoBA Dean, Director of Student Success, and community members. Interact and ask questions, get to know each other, and enjoy a donut.
College of Business Administration - Accounting: The Ultimate Flexible Career Option - CoBA (10:00 am - 10:30 am & 10:30
am - 11:00 am)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), second floor, Room 107
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from accounting faculty and community partners about how accounting can lead to a bountiful career. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Readiness & Success Services: Academic Prep and Placement for Incoming First Year
Students
Location: University Hall, First Floor, Room 101
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students and their Families
Academic Prep and Placement for Incoming First Year Students. Learn about placement in General Education (GE) written communication (English) and mathematics/quantitative reasoning courses. Hear more about multiple measures, the Early Start summer program, and placement exams.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Jeanette Espinoza, Proficiency Specialist Coordinator
- Student Financial Services (Spanish)
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom C
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students and their Families
Don't forget to visit the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central from 9 am - 2 pm to pay your deposit when you submit your Intent to Enroll (First-Year Students, Transfer Students)!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Patty Hanks, Student Financial Services
Cashier's Office - Student Financial Services - Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Location: University Student Union, Second Floor, Ballroom D
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at California State University San Marcos provides access to postsecondary education by eliminating or reducing financial barriers to your academic success. Come learn more about Financial Aid & Scholarships
50 minute presentation. Presented by Financial Aid and Scholarships Staff.
- Environmental Studies & Geography: Food Lab Demonstration (CHABSS)
Location: Social and Behavioral Sciences Building, First floor, Room: 1105
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Come join faculty for a demonstration from our Food Lab which is a part of our Geography and Environment Studies majors. Open to all majors. The Food Lab is an outdoor academic space on campus where students gain hands-on experience.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Faculty from The Environmental Studies & The Geography Program. - Next Steps Presentations (Spanish)
Location, University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom B
Próximos Pasos hacia CSUSM (Estudiantes de Primer Año)
Acompáñenos y obtenga información sobre fechas importantes y próximos pasos a seguir ahora que ha sido admitido a la universidad para prepararlos a su primer día de clases. Este taller está abierto a todos los estudiantes admitidos en el otoño de 2024 y sus familiares
50 minute presentation. Presented by Yessenia Rico Zamora, Coordinator of New Student Programs.
- Success Coaching for First Year Students
Location: University Student Union, Second floor, Ballroom A
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students and their Families
Learn about our award-winning Success Coaching program for first-year students! Hear from our team who personally guides students through their first year at CSUSM with one-on-one sessions and workshops to encourage and develop study skills, goal setting, and academic success.
50 minute presentation. Presented by The Office of Success Coaching Staff.
- Introduction to the Sociology Major - CHABSS
Location: Academic Hall, First floor, Room 102
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Learn about the Sociology Major & Meet the Chair!
The Sociology Major is a part of the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences (CHABSS).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Chair, Kristin A. Bates, Ph.D.
- Biological Sciences or Biotechnology Majors: The Meaning of Life - CSTEM
Location: Science Hall 2, Second floor, Room 242
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in Biology and Biotechnology? Are you pre-med? Learn about the biological sciences and biotechnology majors as well as the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
Biological Sciences and Biotechnology is a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Professor George Vourlitis from the Biological Sciences Department.
- Computer Science or Software Engineering Majors: Develop a Code that Allows you to
Thrive! CSTEM
Location: Social & Behavioral Sciences Building, First floor, Room 1103
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Are you interested in computer science and informations systems? Or maybe even software engineering? Discover the ample programs, opportunities, projects which guide students majoring in these programs on ways to succeed!
Computer Sciences and Software Engineering are a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by CSTEM Professor Ali Ahmadinia
- Creating a Reaction: Chemistry or Biochemistry Majors - CSTEM
Location: Science Hall 2, second floor, Room 202
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in chemical reactions? Learn about the chemistry and biochemistry majors and the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
Biochemistry and Chemistry are a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Professor Jay Jayasinghe, Department of Chemistry Faculty.
- Finance: Money Matters - CoBA (30 Minute Sessions, starting at 10:00 & 10:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), First floor, Room 106
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from finance faculty and community partners about our degree in finance and our student run investment club (The Cougar Fund). Light refreshments will be served.
30 minute presentation. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Global Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics: Exploring Futures - CoBA (30
Minute Sessions, starting at 10:00 & 10:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 103
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Exploring Futures: Unveiling Opportunities in Two Business Majors. Global Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics. Hear from faculty and community partners about how knowledge of supply chain and analytics can set you apart and help you launch a successful career. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Get the Solution for Success: Mathematics - CSTEM
Location: Science Hall 2, second floor, Room 243
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in problem solving? Learn about the math major and the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
The Department of Mathematics is a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by the Department of Mathematics Faculty.
- Management: Strategy, Management, and Leadership in Business Organizations - CoBA
(30 Minute Sessions, starting at 10:00 & 10:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 102
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from management faculty and community partners about our degree in management and our tracks in human resources, entrepreneurship, and management. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations offered. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- The Office of Global Education (Travel Abroad)
Location: University Hall, first floor, Room 100
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Learn about the variety of study abroad options at CSUSM and how you can plan ahead to make overseas exploration a part of your undergraduate career.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Tiffany Gabbard, Assistant Director of Study Abroad.
- Management Information Systems (MIS): Artificial Intelligence, Information Security,
Blockchain Architecture…Technology is Everywhere - CoBA (30 Minute Sessions, starting
at 10:00 & 10:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 101
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from information systems faculty and community partners about how a degree in information systems can lead to great careers in the digital world. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations offered at 10:00 am and at 10:30 am. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Lightning, Transistors, and Python, Oh My! Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering
Majors - CSTEM
Location: Viasat Engineering Pavilion, Room 5101
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in building electrical circuits? Learn about the electrical enigneering and applied physics majors and the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
The Department of Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering are a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Dr. Soudeh Khoubrouy, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering.
- Marketing: Dive into Marketing - CoBA (30 Minute Sessions, starting at 10:00 & 10:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), First floor, Room 104
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Join us for an engaging session led by our marketing faculty, who will share insights on the crucial role of fundamental marketing skills in building a successful marketing career. Light refreshments will be served.
30 minute presentations. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Psychology & Child and Adolescent Development Information Session & Student Panel
- CHABSS
Location: Academic Hall, Third Floor, Room 304
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from a panel of current CSUSM students majoring in Psychology & Child and Adolescent Development In this panel, moderated by a Psychology Department faculty member, students will introduce themselves, discuss their experiences, share tips and advice, and answer questions from the audience.
The Psychology Department and the Child and Adolescent Development Department is a part of the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences (CHABSS).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Chair Dr. Dustin Calvillo, Psychology Department. - College of Education, Health & Human Services (CEHHS) Overview
Location: Arts Building, Second floor, Room 240
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
CEHHS offers a full range of degrees and certificate programs. Learn more about the options and programs available for you!
50 minute presentation, Presented by Renae Scott & Justin Thayer, from the College of Education, Health & Human Services College of Education, Health, & Human Services VideoCollege of Education, Health, & Human Services (CEHHS)
- Project Rebound
Location: University Student Union, Second Floor, Meeting Room A & B 2310
Learn around Project Rebound! We are a specialized program that empowers formerly incarcerated and system impacted students at CSU San Marcos. Come learn how we guide our students in all aspects of academia and beyond; holding them to high standard of academics.
50 minute presentation, Presented by Project Rebound Staff
- CSUSM Extended Learning
Location: Student Behavioral Science Building (SBSB) First floor, Room 1102
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
CSUSM Extended Learning offers a full range of degrees and certificate programs as well as individual courses. Learn more about the options and programs available for you!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Krisean Freeman, Senior Outreach and Recruitment Specialist for Extended Learning - Student Services.
11:00 am - 11:50 am
- College of Business Administration (CoBA) – Parent and Family Donuts With the DeanLocation: Markstein Hall (MARK) Patio
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Join the CoBA Dean, Director of Student Success, and community members. Interact and ask questions, get to know each other, and enjoy a donut.
College of Business Administration - Accounting: The Ultimate Flexible Career Option - CoBA (11:00 am - 11:30 am & 11:30
am - 12:00 pm )
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), second floor, Room 107
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from accounting faculty and community partners about how accounting can lead to a bountiful career. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations offered at 11:00 am and at 11:30 am. 30 minute presentation. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty.
- CSUSM Extended Learning
Location: Social and Behavioral Sciences Building, First Floor 1102
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
CSUSM Extended Learning offers a full range of degrees and certificate programs as well as individual courses. Learn more about the options and programs available for you!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Krisean Freeman, Senior Outreach and Recruitment Specialist for Extended Learning - Student Services.
- Finance: Money Matters - CoBA (30 Minute Sessions, starting at 11:00 & 11:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), First floor, Room 106
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from finance faculty and community partners about our degree in finance and our student run investment club (The Cougar Fund). Light refreshments will be served.
30 minute presentation. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty. - Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
Location: University Student Union, Second Floor, Ballroom D
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships at California State University San Marcos provides access to postsecondary education by eliminating or reducing financial barriers to your academic success. Come learn more about Financial Aid & Scholarships
50 minute presentation. Presented by Financial Aid and Scholarships Staff.
- The Office of Global Education (Travel Abroad)
Location: University Hall, first floor, Room 100
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Learn about the variety of study abroad options at CSUSM and how you can plan ahead to make overseas exploration a part of your undergraduate career.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Tiffany Gabbard, Assistant Director of Study Abroad.
- Global Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics Exploring Futures - CoBA (11:00
am - 11:30 am and 11:30 am - Noon)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 103
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Exploring Futures: Unveiling Opportunities in Two Business Majors. Global Supply Chain Management and Business Analytics. Hear from faculty and community partners about how knowledge of supply chain and analytics can set you apart and help you launch a successful career. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- History Major Information Session- meet the Chair of the Department
Location: Social & Behavioral Sciences Building, Second floor, Room 2111
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Come meet the Deparment Chair for History. The Department of History is to teach history and historical methods that equip students to think critically and independently so they can engage constructively as leaders and scholars in a diverse society and rapidly changing world. Come learn about the History Major here at CSUSM!
50 minute presentation. Presented by the History Department Chair
- Management Information Systems (MIS): Artificial Intelligence, Information Security,
Blockchain Architecture…Technology is Everywhere - CoBA (30 Minute Sessions, starting
at 11:00 & 11:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 101
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from information systems faculty and community partners about how a degree in information systems can lead to great careers in the digital world. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations offered at 11:00 am and at 11:30 am. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Introduction to the Criminology and Justice Studies Major - CHABSS
Location: Academic Hall, first floor, Room 102
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Come learn about the Criminology and Justice Studies major. Classes! Opportunities! Careers!
The Criminology and Justice Studies Department is a part of the College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences (CHABSS).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Dr. Kristin Bates, Department Chair, Professor of Sociology and Criminology & Justice Studies.
- Kinesiology Information Session with the Department Chair - CEHHS
Location: Arts Building, Second floor, Room 240
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Come learn about the Kinesiology major. Classes! Opportunities! Careers! Kinesiology Lab Tour immediately following the session.
The Kinesiology Department is a part of the College of Education, Health, & Human Services
50 minute presentation. Presented by Dr. Sean Newcomer Department Chair, Professor of Kinesiology.
- Marketing: Dive into Marketing - CoBA (30 Minute Sessions, starting at 11:00 & 11:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), First floor, Room 104
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from marketing faculty and community partners about how fundamental marketing skills can set the foundation for a fruitful marketing career. Light refreshments will be served.
30 minute presentation. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Management: Strategy, Management, and Leadership in Business Organizations - CoBA
(30 Minute Sessions, starting at 11:00 & 11:30)
Location: Markstein Hall (MARK), first floor, Room 102
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Hear from management faculty and community partners about our degree in management and our tracks in human resources, entrepreneurship, and management. Light refreshments will be served.
There will be two 30 minute presentations offered at 11:00 am and at 11:30 am. Presented by College of Business Administration Faculty
- Learn about Student Costs, How to Pay for Tuition and Fees, and How Financial Aid
is Applied (Cashier's Office)
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom C
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students and their Families
Don't forget to visit the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central from 9 am - 2 pm to pay your deposit when you submit your Intent to Enroll (First-Year Students, Transfer Students)!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Patty Hanks, Student Financial Services
Cashier's Office - Student Financial Services - Next Steps for Transfer Students
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom B
Applicable Audience: Transfer Students and their Families
Next Steps to CSUSM for Transfer Students Students! We'll review what you need to do between now and your first day of class. This session is open to all Fall 2024 admitted students and their families.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Yessenia Rico Zamora, Coordinator of New Student Programs.
- Readiness & Success Services: Academic Prep and Placement for Incoming First Year
Students
Location: University Hall, First Floor, Room 101
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students and their Families
Academic Prep and Placement for Incoming First Year Students. Learn about placement in General Education (GE) written communication (English) and mathematics/quantitative reasoning courses. Hear more about multiple measures, the Early Start summer program, and placement exams.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Jeanette Espinoza, Proficiency Specialist Coordinator
- Student Financial Services
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom C
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students and their Families
Don't forget to visit the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central from 9 am - 2 pm to pay your deposit when you submit your Intent to Enroll (First-Year Students, Transfer Students)!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Patty Hanks, Student Financial Services
Cashier's Office - Student Financial Services
12:00 pm - 12:50 pm
- Biological Sciences or Biotechnology Majors: The Meaning of Life - CSTEM
Location: Science Hall 2, Second floor, Room 242
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in Biology and Biotechnology? Are you pre-med? Learn about the biological sciences and biotechnology majors as well as the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
Biological Sciences and Biotechnology is a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Professor George Vourlitis from the Biological Sciences Department.
- College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
Location: University Student Union, Second floor, Ballroom A
Applicable Audience: First -Year Student, Transfer, and Current Students
The College Assistance Migrant Program is a unique educational program at California State University San Marcos. This program aims to help students from migrant and seasonal farm worker backgrounds to succeed in college. Come learn how we serve students in our specialized program.
50 minute panel session. Moderated by College Assistance Migrant Program Staff
- Computer Science or Software Engineering Majors: Develop a Code that Allows you to
Thrive! CSTEM
Location: Social & Behavioral Sciences Building, First floor, Room 1103
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Are you interested in computer science and informations systems? Or maybe even software engineering? Discover the ample programs, opportunities, projects which guide students majoring in these programs on ways to succeed!
Computer Sciences and Software Engineering are a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Presented by CSTEM Professor Asif Imran
- Creating a Reaction: Chemistry or Biochemistry Majors - CSTEM
Location: Science Hall 2, second floor, Room 202
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in chemical reactions? Learn about the chemistry and biochemistry majors and the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
Biochemistry and Chemistry are a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Professor Jay Jayasinghe, Department of Chemistry Faculty.
- Lightning, Transistors, and Python, Oh My! Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering
Majors - CSTEM
Location: Science Hall 2, second floor, Room 251
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Interested in building electrical circuits? Learn about the electrical enigneering and applied physics majors and the unique programs and opportunities available to you as a student.
The Department of Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering are a part of the College of Sciences, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM).
50 minute presentation. Presented by Dr. Soudeh Khoubrouy, Assistant Professor, Department of Electrical Engineering.
- Next Steps for First Time Freshman
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom B
Applicable Audience: First Time Freshmen Students and their Families
Next Steps to CSUSM for First Time Freshmen Students Students! We'll review what you need to do between now and your first day of class. This session is open to all Fall 2024 admitted students and their families.
50 minute presentation. Presented by Yessenia Rico Zamora, Coordinator of New Student Programs.
- Nursing Overview- College of Education, Health & Human Services (CEHHS)
Location: Arts Building, Second floor, Room 240
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Learn more about pursuing a nursing education at CSUSM. Session will include information about the various programs offered by the School of Nursing and which program is right for you.
50 minute presentation, Presented by Renae Scott & Justin Thayer, from the College of Education, Health & Human Services.
- Student Financial Services (Spanish)
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom C
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students and their Families
Don't forget to visit the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central from 9 am - 2 pm to pay your deposit when you submit your Intent to Enroll (First-Year Students, Transfer Students)!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Patty Hanks, Student Financial Services
Cashier's Office - Student Financial Services - Ujamaa Achievement Scholars Program
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom D
Applicable Audience: First Time Freshmen Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
The Ujamaa Achievement Program of the Black Student Center is a community of learners dedicated to academic excellence, leadership development, professional advancement, and community engagement. Participants will engage in a variety of opportunities that will complement their academic engagement and elevate their experience at Cal State San Marcos!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Shanelle Watkins, Black Student Success Initiatives Coordinator.
1:00 pm - 1:50 pm
- Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships (Spanish Only)
Location:University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom D
Applicable Audience: Spanish-Speaking First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Únase a la Oficina de Ayuda Financiera y Becas para una revisión de los tipos de ayuda financiera, plazos importantes y una sesión de Preguntas y Respuestas.
Presentación de 50 minutos. Presentada por la Oficina de Ayuda Financiera y Becas.
Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
Oficina de Ayuda Financiera y Becas La Oficina de Ayuda Financiera y Becas también estará presente en la exposición de Student Life & Academics (Vida Estudiantil y Académica). Si desea hablar con un Asesor de Ayuda Financiera, la Oficina de Ayuda Financiera y Becas estará disponible para citas virtuales otro día.
- The Office of Global Education (Travel Abroad)
Location: University Hall, first floor, Room 100
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their Families
Learn about the variety of study abroad options at CSUSM and how you can plan
ahead to make overseas exploration a part of your undergraduate career.50 minute presentation. Presented by Tiffany Gabbard, Assistant Director of Study Abroad.
- Next Steps for First-Year Students (Spanish Only)
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom B
Próximos Pasos hacia CSUSM (Estudiantes de Primer Año)
Acompáñenos y obtenga información sobre fechas importantes y próximos pasos a seguir ahora que ha sido admitido a la universidad para prepararlos a su primer día de clases. Este taller está abierto a todos los estudiantes admitidos en el otoño de 2024 y sus familiares
50 minute presentation. Presented by Yessenia Rico Zamora, Coordinator of New Student Programs.
- Student Financial Services
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom C
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students and their Families
Don't forget to visit the Cashier's Office in Cougar Central from 9 am - 2 pm to pay your deposit when you submit your Intent to Enroll (First-Year Students, Transfer Students)!
50 minute presentation. Presented by Patty Hanks, Student Financial Services
Cashier's Office - Student Financial Services - Success Coaching for First Year Students
Location: University Student Union, second floor, Ballroom A
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students and their Families
Learn about our award-winning Success Coaching program for first-year students! Hear from our team who personally guides students through their first year at CSUSM with one-on-one sessions and workshops to encourage and develop study skills, goal setting, and academic success.
50 minute presentation. Presented by The Office of Success Coaching Staff.
- Unity Day - Dance Studies
Location, Arts Building, First floor, Room 101
Applicable Audience: First-Year Students, Transfer Students, and their families.
We are offering a multi-style dance class to get you grooving, dancing, and sharing some good vibes with us! Our students will lead phrases and choreography from comtemporary dance, jazz, afro-beat, and Native American Pow-Wow. Join us in participating!
Note: In Arts 101: No Street Shoes will be allowed in studio, only socks, bare feet, or dance slippers/shoes.
50 minute workshop coordinated by Cuauhtemoc Peranda, Dance Studies Lecturer