Friday, August 29 – Sunday, September 7, 2008
Join the San Diego State University community during Welcome Week @ State!
Welcome Week is a series of activities designed to enhance your educational experience at SDSU by engaging you in various aspects of student life on campus. More than 95 percent of new Aztecs participate in Welcome Week. Make sure you are one of them!
Featured Event
Aztec Bash @ State!
Thursday, Sept. 4, Noon, La Tienda @ Azted Center
Enjoy music, festivities and school spirit at this great barbecue hosted by Vice President for Student Affairs James R. Kitchen.
Meet Coach Long and Aztec football team players. Free lunch for the first 2,000 students!
Other activities include:
- New Student and Family Convocation
Saturday, Aug. 30, 10 am - Noon
Join President Stephen L. Weber and Vice President for Student Affairs James R. Kitchen for this official welcome at Cox Arena. Transfer students are invited to a special reception for you and your family in Aztec Center following New Student and Family Convocation.
- Don't Miss Out!
Red and Black Welcome Back Dance
Saturday, Aug. 30, 10 pm - 2 am
Head back to the Hepner Hall stage for a night of dancing, entertainment, and of course free food! You don't want to miss out on this event. Music by DJ Drew, free caricaturist drawings, henna tatoos, and much more!
- Community Receptions
Various dates/times/locations
The 6th annual community receptions welcome incoming students who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty and staff. Check the schedule for specific dates, times and locations.
- Comedian Vic Henley
Tuesday, Sept. 2, 7:30 pm, Montezuma Hall
Enjoy the entertainment of comedian Vic Henley, as seen on Comedy Central and the Late Show with David Letterman.
- AS Day: Back in Red and Black!
Wednesday, Sept. 3, All Day, Aztec Center
Learn what Associated Students can do for you and the many facets that make up AS. Join AS for games, giveaways, live music and food all day. Don't miss out!
- Student Involvement Expo
Thursday, Sept. 4, 10 am - 6 pm, Centennial Walkway
With more than 200 student organizations on campus, you are bound to find one that meets your interests! Student organizations will showcase what they have to offer and what is in it for you. Get Involved!
- Dive-In Movie
Friday, Sept. 5, 7:15 pm, Aquaplex
“Iron Man,” an action-packed adventure starring Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow.
Plus:
- ARC After Dark
Friday, Aug. 29, from 9 pm - Midnight, sponsored by the Aztec Recreation Center - Residence Hall Association Welcome Week for Residence Hall Students Only
Join other new students, returning students, faculty, and staff to celebrate the start of the school year!
Welcome Week is sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs.
A special thanks to our co-sponsors:
- New Student and Parent Programs
- Residential Education
- Student Activities and Campus Life
- Associated Students
- Athletics
- Aztec Shops
- Intercultural Relations/Cross Cultural Center
For more information contact:
Office of New Student and Parent Programs
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-7441
(619) 594-1509