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Student Life & Academics Expo
Learn how you can join an organization to meet new friends and create connections! Meet with your future professors as well as faculty from different college departments and resources on campus that provide support for currently enrolled students.
Organizations participating in the 2024 Student Life and Academic Resource Fair are categorized into the following:
- Academic Organizations and College Departments
- Community and Culture
- Fraternity and Sorority Life
- Political
- Resource and Support Organizations
- Special Interests
- Sports Clubs
Expo Maps
The Student Life and Academics Expo will be on Saturday, April 6, 2024 from 9 am - 2 pm. Please utilize the maps below to assist you to find a specific
interactive map.
Student Life and Academics Expo Map
You can also explore over 150 student organizations that call Cal State San Marcos home by visiting our student organization website.
Information Booths
If you are feeling lost on the day of visit our Information Booths located at Kellogg Plaza. One of our friendly staff members will help guide you or answer any general questions.
Academic Organizations and College Departments
Some CSUSM Acronyms:
- CEHHS: College of Education, Health and Human Services
- CHABSS: College of Humanities, Arts, and Behavorial and Social Sciences
- COBA: College of Business Administration
- CSTEM: College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
- Accounting Society, COBA
The Accounting Society is a professional student organization dedicated to exposing students to academic and professional resources of the accounting world. Visit the website to learn about membership, events, and resources.
Location: Forum Plaza - CoBA
- American Indian Studies (AIS), CHABSS
American Indian Studies (AIS) at Cal State San Marcos is committed to Indigenous academic excellence and community based participatory research. A Major and Minor in AIS are offered. Our goal is to create culturally intelligent graduates who will contribute to the workforce, including providing leadership to Tribal Nations and Indigenous organizations. Our courses include tribal community engagement—with guest lectures, field trips, participatory research, and service-learning activities. Our department collaborates with Native communities, California Indian Culture and Sovereignty Center and engages students in scholarly academic activities that promote and strengthen tribal and cultural sovereignty.
Location: Kellogg Library Terrace
- Art, Media, Design, CHABSS
The Art, Media, and Design Major offers an engaged, collaborative, experiential and interdisciplinary learning environment where students acquire skills and develop their personal drive toward reaching their creative potential. We look forward to meeting you at the Expo!
Location: Forum Plaza
- College of Business Administration
The CSUSM College of Business Administration offers multiple options for students to develop specialized knowledge in specific business disciplines; Accounting, Finance, Global Business, Global Supply Chain Management, Management, Management Information Systems, and Marketing.
Our college offers leading bachelor's and master's programs, which are shaped by our world-class faculty and strengthened by a market driven curriculum. We are dedicated to the success of our students with a focus on career development through our engaging Signature Programs. The CSUSM College of Business Administration offers multiple options for students to develop specialized knowledge in specific business disciplines.
Location: Forum Plaza - Terrace - College of Education, Health, & Human ServicesCEHHS offers a wide array of undergraduate, post-baccalaureate, and graduate programs designed to prepare students for rewarding and purposeful careers in education, human development, kinesiology, nursing, public health, social work, and speech-language pathology.
Location: Forum Plaza Grass - College of Humanities, Arts, Social and Behavioral Sciences (CHABSS)
The College of Humanities, Arts, Behavioral and Social Sciences (CHABSS) offers an exciting variety of degrees and programs that make up the core of a liberal arts education at CSUSM. Students in CHABSS courses master skills and technologies essential for professional success in a 21st century interdependent global society.
Meet with staff to learn more about CHABSS and have your questions answered.
Location: Forum Plaza
- College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM)
Meet with students, faculty and staff in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (CSTEM). Learn about student organizations in the STEM fields and see what type of innovative research our students participate in at CSUSM.
Location: Forum Plaza - CSTEM
- Communication, CHABSSThe Bachelor of Arts in Communication teaches analytical, critical, and practical skills that will help students to understand and improve communication practices and systems in all types of social settings. Students learn to recognize and understand communication issues and systems in order to make decisions effectively, to solve problems.
Location: Forum Plaza - Dance Studies, CHABSS
The Dance Studies Program at California State University San Marcos (CSUSM) is committed to offering students an understanding of contemporary dance practices and performance within an ever-changing social and political context.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Environmental Studies, CHABSSThe Environmental Studies Program offers students two interdisciplinary options: 1) a Baccalaurate degree with broad training in the physical and life sciences, social sciences, policy and law, and the arts and humanities; and 2) a Minor in Sustainability.
Location: Forum Plaza - Finance Society & Cougar Fund, COBA
In the finance society, we promote a better understanding of the finance field through networking with professionals and peers. We host weekly meetings, where guest speakers will present about their experience and career. We welcome all majors!
Location: Forum Plaza
- Future Educators AssociationWe are an Association run by our fellow Cal State San Marcos students who want to pursue a degree in Education. Whether it is Elementary, Middle, High School, or Educational Specialist level, we are here to offer support to our peers. We help with various things from informational meetings about different grade levels, job offerings that have to do with education or children, applications to go into CSUSM teaching credentials, and many more.
Location: Forum Plaza Grass - Geography, CHABSS
Students in the geography program develop a solid grounding in geographic fundamentals. They study the global food system, ancient landscapes in the Middle East, and global climate change through hands-on experiences and classes featuring high impact projects like student research presented at the annual CSUSM research symposium. They also develop core skills in GIS and other field methods.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Global Business ManagementAny student with the curiosity, passion or interest in the Global aspect of Business will now have the opportunity to delve into their curiosity with the Global Business Cougars Society- GBC Society! GBC Society will provide not only Global Business majors, other Business majors, and international affiliated students with an opportunity to project themselves and be a part of a community with like-minded individuals. Students in the organization will be able to network with international professionals, learn to showcase their resumes through workshops, and learn about internship opportunities with global firms. This organization will be one where students will feel empowered and grow both socially and professionally.
Location: Forum Plaza - Global Studies, CHABSS
The Global Studies Department provides students with the opportunity to study international affairs from a variety of disciplinary perspectives.
The Global Studies Major and Minor will be useful to students pursuing careers in international development, international organizations (e.g., United Nations), law, non-governmental organizations focusing on international affairs (e.g., Amnesty International), government, graduate study in History, Political Science, International Affairs, and Education.
Location: Kellogg Library Terrace
- Global Supply Chain Management Society (GSCMS), CoBA
The Global Supply Chain Management Society (GSCMS) raises awareness on the importance of global supply chain management functions and opportunities. We connect students with faculty and key players in the industry while providing great networking opportunities.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Human Development Club (HD Club)Human Development Club is a fantastic way for HD Majors, alongside with other majors, to be there for its community and provides students with opportunities to gain hands-on learning volunteer experiences. During our meetings, we have guest speakers and discuss possible ways to volunteer, answer questions about the HD major, what career path to go forward with it, and much more.
Location: Forum Plaza - Liberal Studies, CHABSS
The Liberal Studies major has two options, the Elementary Subject Matter Option (ESM) and the Integrated Teacher Education Program Option (ITEP).
- Elementary Subject Matter Preparation Option for teachers (ESM)
- Integrated Teacher Education Program (ITEP). This major option provides those pursuing a K-8 teaching career with an accelerated pathway to becoming a California teacher.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Management SocietyThe Management Society at CSUSM is intended to provide students with knowledge and insight into the business world, specifically around management and leadership practices within organizations. Our goal is to assist students considering future careers in the management field by developing and expanding their experience, as well as assimilating their skills to successfully adapt to the demands and requirements of the industry.
Location: Forum Plaza - Management Information Systems (MIS) Society
The MIS Society is committed to providing members with industry knowledge and valuable connections so they may excel in the field of MIS. Our academic events, social outings, and accomplished guest speakers aim to enable a successful transition from MIS student to MIS professional.
The MIS Society is a collection of students and faculty who are focused on the professional success of our membership.
Location: Forum Plaza - Marketing Society, COBA
Helping students bridge the gap between the classroom and the professional world.
Learn more about the Marketing Society at CSUSM.
Learn more about the Marketing Department.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Department of Music, CHABSS
Department of Music at CSUSM offers Bachelor of Arts degree in various areas, as well as music minor and music tech minor. The Department of Music also offers a variety of ensembles and general interest courses that are open to students of all majors. Please come by our table to learn how you can be part of our music community at CSUSM.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Modern Language Studies, CHABSS
In order to help the community understand the culturally diverse nature of our changing society and world, the faculty in the Department of Modern Language Studies currently offer courses in four languages: Arabic, French, German and Spanish.
While we focus on the standard variety of each of these languages, students are also familiarized with the different linguistic and cultural characteristics of the various regions where the languages are spoken. We are committed to exposing our students to the multicultural aspects of our global society.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Political Science, CHABSS
The mission of the Political Science Department is to foster the goals and concerns of the CSUSM Mission Statement by providing innovative and interdisciplinary undergraduate education in the field of political science to a student body across a variety of diversities and experiences. The Political Science Department seeks to produce informed, empowered citizens who will contribute to their national and global communities.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Psychological Science - CHABSS
Psychology is the empirical investigation of behavior from a biological, cognitive, and/or psychosocial perspective. The Psychology Department offers the following programs:
- B.A. in Psychological Science
- B.A. in Child and Adolescent Development (CHAD)
- Minor in Psychological Science
- M.A. in Psychological Science
Location: Forum Plaza
- CSUSM Real Estate Society - CoBACSUSM Real Estate Society’s mission is to educate students about real estate and to promote student success through active engagement and growth practices. RES is focused on providing a community of students who are looking to either pursue a career in real estate, or just learn more about the industry. We want to be a resource of knowledge and personal career development by connecting students to Real Estate professionals and events to promote their interest in Real Estate in an academia setting.
Location: USU Arcade - School of Education, CEHHSThe School of Education in the College of Education, Health, and Human Services (CEHHS) at CSUSM prepares skilled, caring, and diverse teachers, educators, and leaders who make positive and lasting impact on schools and communities across our region. Students learn and work with faculty, staff, and our community partners who are deeply committed to equity, inclusivity, innovation, and student success.
Location: Forum Plaza - Sociology, CHABSS
The mission of the Sociology department at California State University, San Marcos is to provide undergraduate and graduate students with the knowledge, critical thinking, research, and communication skills necessary to explore, understand, and improve their social worlds. Our undergraduate curriculum enables students to develop core skills in sociological theory and research methods and to apply and refine those skills in a concentrated area of elective study. This curriculum consistently promotes awareness of the diversity of human experiences and perspectives.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Social Sciences, CHABSS
The Social Sciences Major is an interdisciplinary program in CHABSS which aims to provide students with a broad understanding and appreciation of the perspectives offered by multiple social sciences disciplines on contemporary social issues. To construct their major, students choose a Primary Field and two Secondary Fields from ten disciplines: anthropology, border studies, communication, history, linguistics, geography, political science, psychology, sociology, and women's studies.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Society for Human Resource Management, COBA
The Society for Human Resource Management chapter at CSUSM is dedicated to the professional development of students interested in Human Resources Management. We are passionate about helping students achieve their academic dreams and welcome students from all majors and interests.
The goal of the Society for Human Resource Management at CSUSM is to provide our members with a comprehensive understanding of the array of careers within the HR field, analyze critical issues affecting the workforce today, and allow for the real-world application of learned skills.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Theatre, CHABSSCSUSM Theatre provides a solid educational experience for the development of theatre artists from diverse backgrounds. We foster creative and academic excellence through the practical application of acquired skills, inclusive historical frameworks, and global theoretical teachings.
Location: Forum Plaza - Women's, Gender, and Sexuality StudiesWomen’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies students explore profound themes that change lives and develop a sense of social justice. Our WGSS Department offers an intersectional feminist, interdisciplinary, and academically rigorous program.
Location: Forum Plaza
Community and Culture
- American Indian Student Alliance (AISA)
The American Indian Student Alliance strives to be a resource for students who identify as American Indian or Alaskan Native by promoting a sense of community. We aim to increase the visibility and presence of our population at CSUSM by advocating for equity and speaking out against erasure. We welcome allies to join and learn as we pursue our goal of unity and acceptance.
Location: Forum Plaza
American Indian Student Alliance (AISA) - California Indian Culture & Sovereignty Center (CICSC)
The California Indian Culture & Sovereignty Center (CICSC) fosters collaborative research and community service relationships between the faculty, staff, and students of Cal State San Marcos and members of Tribal communities, for the purpose of developing and conducting research projects that support the maintenance of sovereignty and culture within those communities.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Black Student Center, USU
The mission of The Black Student Center is to promote the academic, cultural, social, and political consciousness of students of African descent by actively engaging in institutional partnerships that will result in the overall increase of student recruitment, active member participation, retention, and graduation rates.
Location: Kellogg Plaza and Black Student Center
- Hillel Jewish Student UnionCSUSM Hillel is a Jewish group on campus that both supports Jewish religious practices, and a culture of belonging.
Location: Kellogg Terrace
- Pride Center, USU
The LGBTQA Pride Center (PC) is an inclusive space which promotes positive interactions in a diverse environment. The PC strives to provide a space that celebrates and affirms students who identify with all genders and sexualities in the LGBTQ community and their allies.
Location: USU Pride Center
- Women and Gender Equity Center
Building on second-wave feminism’s creed of “the personal is political,” we are guided by principles of intersectional feminism: we recognize that while all women experience oppression, we also all experience oppression in varying forms based on race, age, class, gender, sexuality, dis/ability, etc. With that in mind, we want everyone at the Gender Equity Center to feel supported, included, and represented.
The GEC is intentionally inclusive of transgender, nonbinary, intersex, and gender non-conforming folks. The GEC is also proud to provide an array of services to students. Please visit us to learn more about the Women and Gender Equity Center!
Location: USU Women and Gender Equity Center
Fraternity & Sorority Life
Fraternity and Sorority Life is a part of the Student Leadership and Involvement Center (SLIC). The Pillars of Fraternity & Sorority Life speak to the shared values and tenets by which we advise our program and the community:
- Leadership Development
- Intellectual Development
- Service to Others & Community Impact
- Diversity & Inclusion
- FSL Community Development & Lifelong Membership
- Organizational Standards & Chapter Operations
- alpha Kappa Delta Phi (aKDPhi), Sorority
alpha Kappa Delta Phi (aKDPhi) is an Asian-Interest Sorority but not Asian Exclusive. We function off of our five pillars: Sisterhood, Scholarship, Leadership, Asian-American Awareness and our Philanthropy of Breast Cancer Awareness. Every day we encourage our members to reach their maximum potential and we strive to create innovative female leaders.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Alpha Omicron Pi, Sorority
Alpha Omicron Pi is a sorority that is dedicated to upholding the values of character, dignity, scholarship and college loyalty. We strive for sisterhood while continuing to treasure the individuality within each one of our members.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Alpha Pi SigmaAs proud sorority women of Alpha Pi Sigma, we pride ourselves in upholding the highest standards of academic excellence. We are distinguished leaders who integrate academia, leadership, community service, and sisterhood to empower us as educated women. We strive to encourage cultural awareness and interest in helping the Latino community through volunteer work.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Alpha Psi RhoThe purpose of Alpha Psi Rho is to promote Asian/Pacific Islander awareness and ensure that the members of this organization will have instilled in them the fundamental virtues and personal strengths worthy of gentlemen, so as to be prepared for life. The goal of the group is to eventually be established as a fully recognized member of the CSUSM Greek community as a chapter of Alpha Psi Rho Fraternity.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
Alpha Psi Rho - Delta Zeta (DZ), Sorority
Delta Zeta (DZ) is a Panhellenic Sorority committed to servicing our community and empowering leaders to succeed. The Pi Psi Chapter of Delta Zeta is guided by our National organization’s values of citizenship, generosity, empowerment, curiosity, friendship, and belonging.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Gamma Phi Beta, Sorority
Gamma Phi Beta is more than 140 years old and has been dedicated to continuing the vision of our Founders since day one. Members of the Sorority are wholeheartedly invested in our sisterhood and believe deeply in our philanthropic mission, vision and focus. There is a quiet strength that is evident across the sisters and a desire to remain true and constant to the Sorority, the friendships, the opportunities and the values.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Nu Alpha Kappa (NAK), Fraternity
Nu Alpha Kappa Fraternity (NAK), Inc. was established on February 26, 1988 at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, California. NAK was the vision of eleven men who felt that the traditional Greek community and university systems did not address the retention needs or support for minority groups. These eleven men worked together to establish a small school organization where minorities and individuals seeking community could gather and find others who would stand beside them in the common goal of academic success. CSUSM is home to the Chi Chapter. NAK’s three main goals are to, “Promote academic excellence, brotherhood, and culture.”
Location: Kellogg Plaza
Honor Societies
- Tau Sigma National Honor Society (Transfer Students)
Tau Sigma is a Nationally recognized Honor Society for university transfer students.
Location: Forum Plaza Grass
Political
- College Republicans
Our independent Republican organization's purpose is to build a Conservative community at CSUSM. We take action and organize community involvement through events, meetings and socials. We support local causes and candidates during election cycles while connecting college students to elected officials and the county and state party. We have access to local and county events and elected officials that can provide employment and internships to students interested in continuing their career in politics.
Location: Kellogg Terrace
Religious
- Catholic Club
We meet every Wednesday at 6 pm in ELB 430 and we have a rotation of 5 meeting types: Social Nights, Bible Studies, Mass, Bonus Nights, and Guest Speakers.
- Social Nights we focus on getting to know each other and growing in fellowship
- Bible Studies are when we look at the readings for that Sunday and discuss them as a group
- Mass is when we bring a priest on campus and celebrate Mass together as a club
- Bonus Nights change according to what one would like to have but can be a movie night, dollar dinner, or game night.
- Guest Speakers are when we bring a guest on campus
Catholic Club
Resources and Support Organizations
- College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
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.
CAMP is a national program that was established over thirty years ago and has helped thousands of students accomplish their educational goals. CSUSM was fortunate to have been awarded the CAMP grant in 2002.
CAMP offers students pre-college transition and first-year support services to help develop the skills needed to stay in school and successfully graduate from college. CAMP students complete their first year and graduate at a higher rate than other students.
Location: Kellogg PlazaCollege Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
- Student Financial Services (Cashier's Office)
Student Financial Services (Cashier's Office) has a strong commitment to providing outstanding service to both students and parents or guardians. We will be available to answer any questions that you may have.
Location: Kellogg Plaza and Cougar Central
Student Financial Services (Cashier's Office)
Student Financial Services (Cashiers Office) - Cougar Care Network (CCN)
Cougar Care Network (CCN) provides information, connection to resources, advocacy and support for students dealing with personal, academic, financial or other challenges which may adversely affect their academic success and/or collegiate experience.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
Cougar Care Network - Disability Support Services (DSS)
The Office of Disability Support Services (DSS) is committed to providing opportunities for higher education to students with disabilities and to making the programs, activities and facilities at California State University San Marcos fully accessible.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
Disability Support Services - Innovation Hub/Industry PartnershipsThe Innovation Hub was founded in March 2020 by President Ellen Neufeldt, less than one year into her tenure as president. President Neufeldt’s commitment to encouraging social mobility and innovation was the catalyst for the Innovation Hub. As the nexus for innovation in the community, the Innovation Hub serves the Innovation Ecosystem at CSUSM, a diversely intuitive group of programs that further the missions of the university and community to solve complex social problems alongside faculty and industry leaders.
Location: Forum Plaza Grass
Innovation Hub - Instructional and Information Technology Services (IITS)
Instructional and Information Technology Services (IITS) provides support options for all techonology serving students as well as productivity tools.
Location: Kellogg Terrace
- Learning and Tutoring Services (LTS)
The Learning and Tutoring Services (LTS) is a part of the Office of Undergraduate Studies. Their centers create pathways to educational equity that empower students to achieve their full academic potential at CSUSM and beyond. We aspire to provide student-centered, transformative opportunities that proactively enhance student learning in welcoming, community-building spaces, both physical and virtual.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- New Student & Family Program (NSFP)
New Student & Family Programs (NSFP) is here to support new students and their families in a successful transition to university life at CSUSM, from admission through the first year. We aim to create a welcoming environment for new students and families, instill a sense of pride in campus spirit and traditions, and connect students and families to services and resources available on campus.
Learn more about New Student & Family Programs (NSFP) by visiting their website or watching a short video.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Office of Academic Advising
The Office of Academic Advising welcomes you to Discover CSUSM! Come and meet some of our amazing Advisors at the resource fair! Learn from members of our advising team about our services offered to you throughout your time at CSUSM.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Office of Financial Aid & Scholarships
The Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships will be available to answer general questions at the Student Life & Academics Expo. If you would like to speak with a Financial Aid Advisor, The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office is available for virtual appointments on another day.
Location: Kellogg Plaza and University Hall 272 & 273
Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships - Office of Success Coaching
First-Year Students, come meet us at the expo!
Success Coaching is a nationally recognized program that has a collaborative relationship between the student and coach to discover who the student is and how they can be successful. Individual meetings can be scheduled throughout the semester with an academic coach to develop study skills, set goals, and ask for academic guidance. The success coach’s overall goal is to help students perform to the best of their abilities.
Location: Kellogg Plaza - Parking and Commuter Services
Parking and Commuter Services strives to provide innovative parking resources to the Cal State San Marcos community through Integrity, Teamwork, and Outstanding Customer Service.
To learn more about Student Parking Permits, Visitor Parking, and Commuter Programs.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Personalized Academic Success Services (P.A.S.S)
Personalized Academic Success Services provides academic counseling and coaching to incoming and current students. We provide one on one meetings and academic success workshops on topics like Time Management and Study Strategies.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Readiness and Success Service
The Readiness and Success Service Office is an integral part of learning at Cal State San Marcos and includes the following student support programs that enhance the retention, graduation, and success of all students.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- University Police Department (UPD)
Working 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, UPD officers enforce all California Penal and Vehicle Codes on and around campus. UPD officers also assist the sheriff's department with any campus-affiliated calls within the City of San Marcos. We maintain a safe academic environment by being a proactive police force working closely with students, staff, faculty, and community members alike.
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- Veterans Services
The department of Veteran and Military-Connected Services strives to be intentional in creating co-curricular opportunities through programs, services, and physical space to cultivate and enrich the student experience for our veteran and military-connected students. Our staff works with both university and community-based collaborative partners to carry out our mission as well as models advocacy to support student success.
Location: Epstein Family Veterans Center
Special Interest Organizations
- CSUSM Army ROTC
The goal of Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC) is to train future officers to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. To students who qualify, the ROTC programs offer scholarships that cover the cost of their education. In exchange, there is an expectation that students fulfill active duty services in their chosen branch of the Armed Forces.
The Army ROTC program consists of:
- One course per semester
- Weekly scheduled leadership laboratory
- One weekend field training event
- Optional activities including physical training, orienteering, rappelling, sports programs, and social activities.
Location: Forum Plaza
- Best Buddies at CSUSM
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
The IDD community that Best Buddies serves includes, but is not limited to, people with Down syndrome, autism, Fragile X, Williams syndrome, cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury and other undiagnosed disabilities. Our programs empower the special abilities of people with IDD by helping them form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society.
Location: Kellogg Terrace
- CSUSM Extended Learning
We look forward to meeting you all at the Student Life and Academics Expo! We will have information about our various undergraduate, graduate, and certificate options. Some of our most popular programs include Speech-Language Pathology, Nursing, and Educational Administration. We offer a full range of degrees as well as individual courses. Explore the options and find the perfect program for you!
To learn more about CSUSM Extended Learning.
Location: Kellogg Terrace
- K-BaseThe club aims to provide a safe community for people to express their shared interest in Kpop. Another purpose of a Kpop club is to provide a space for people to come together and enjoy Kpop music and culture. It can be a place to learn about Kpop, meet other fans, and participate in activities related to Kpop. Kpop clubs can also be a source of support for fans, as they can provide a community where people can feel comfortable expressing their love for Kpop. This club can help build a connection of lifelong friends or just people who like the same groups. In a hasty and superficial way, a K-pop club is just a place for people to dance and sing along to K-pop songs. However, in a more meaningful way, a K-pop club can be a place for people to connect with each other over their shared love of K-pop. It can also be a place to learn about Korean culture and history. We will be hosting events to learn about different Korean holidays as well.
K-Base - Project Rebound
Project Rebound is a specialized program that empowers fomerly incarcerated and system impacted students at Cal State San Marcos. Project Rebound guides students in all aspects of academia and beyond. Project Rebound also acts as a direct liasion between networks throughout the campus as a whole and the surrounding community.
Location: Forum Plaza
Sports Clubs
- Campus Recreation
Campus Recreation is dedicated to promoting holistic wellness and enriching the CSUSM experience by providing inclusive recreational services, facilities and opportunities.
Need to balance your day on the CSUSM campus with some fun or wellness?
Enjoy over 50 hours a week of different activities - Find your fit, refresh your Academic Life, and your workplace.Location: Kellogg Plaza
- CSUSM Athletics
CSUSM Athletics strives to build and maintain a successful, balanced athletic program that is consistent with the goals of the University. The Department of Athletics is committed to advancing academic and athletic excellence, while enhancing student lives and promoting Cal State San Marcos. CSUSM Athletics is committed to providing equitable opportunities for every student-athlete while upholding the principles of sportsmanship, ethical conduct, and integrity.
Location: Forum Plaza Grass
- CSUSM Dance Team
CSUSM Dance is dedicated to representing the University in an energetic and positive manner. Tryouts are held each spring and the team allows students with technical training to continue their passion for dance and contribute to the school spirit while pursuing their academic goals.
For more information about the Club, reach out to us at csusmdanceteam@gmail.com
Location: Kellogg Plaza
- CSUSM E-Sports
Welcome to CSUSM Esports home to collegiate level gaming. Established in 2020, our organization has been slowly growing over the past few years with new branches opening up every semester. The current branches we have open are League of Legends, Valorant, Smash Bro’s Ultimate, Rocket League, Guilty Gear, Tekken, Call of Duty Vanguard, and CS:GO.
As an esports organization, we compete against various colleges across the country in the National Association of CSUSM Collegiate Esports (NACE), College League of Legends (CLOL), College Valorant (CVAL), and many more tournaments.
If you’re interested in being a part of the esport community, join our discord today!
Location: University Student Union Pavers
- CSUSM PowerliftingCSUSM Powerlifting is a brand new competitive Sport Club under Campus Recreation. We are not an average "weight lifting club," as we expect all of our members to compete in sanctioned powerlifting meets. We will be competing in USA Powerlifting (USAPL) twice a year or once a semester. CSUSM Powerlifting is looking for individuals with the highest degree of tenacity, mental willpower, and work ethic (i.e., balancing school, work, practices, etc.). While this sport is based on an individuals performance, the team shares the same aspects of a team, such as supporting and respecting one another, achieving similar goals, and committing to the sport of Powerlifting.
Location: Forum Plaza Pavers