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Tenth Annual Family Weekend a Big Success!

Last month Student Affairs hosted the tenth annual Family Weekend to a record crowd. Most of the events were sold out and by all accounts, the weekend was a huge hit with families, students and SDSU staff.

According to Janet Castro, director of New Student and Parent Programs, this year’s event was the largest ever, with more than 2,300 tickets sold.

“We added new events this year to make it more diverse and to provide different options that appeal to different people,” said Castro. “Whether families were into performing arts, sports, or just relaxing together, we had something for almost everyone.”

Pep Rally!

New this year was a noontime pep rally in Aztec Center. This got the crowd going and ready for more fun activities, which included a picnic/serenade on Friday night at Scripps Cottage. Saturday’s events featured a breakfast with SDSU administrators, a special event for younger siblings, a pre-game reception at Qualcomm featuring Mexican food, and special pricing and seating at the football game. All weekend families could participate in free activities at the ARC and Aztec Aquaplex, receive discounts on SDSU merchandise at the bookstore, view an international photo exhibit, attend a live performance of “The Glass Menagerie,” or tour the library and the campus.

“I really like how SDSU, more than other campuses we visited, makes sure not to exclude parents from the college experience,” said SDSU father Hani Boutros from Cambria. “They really stress the importance of getting involved in your student’s education.”

Congratulations to Castro and her hardworking staff for creating such a welcoming event for our SDSU families.