Welcome Week at SDSU!

Friday, August 26 ~ Saturday, September 3, 2011

Start your Aztec Life with Welcome Week!

Over 95% of new Aztecs participate in these thrilling events. Join us and begin your SDSU adventure!

Schedule

Friday, August 26

Templo del Sol

This is your first official night as an Aztec. Meet fellow classmates, learn the fight song, and participate in our traditions at SDSU.

Saturday, August 27

Band Run

8:45 am, Residence Halls

Bring your family and your school spirit to this early morning walk, led by SDSU’s marching band and cheerleaders. Feel a sense of pride as you make your way through campus as an SDSU Aztec. Commuter students are encouraged to join in for this brisk walk through campus.

New Student and Family Convocation

10 am, Viejas Arena

Join President Elliot Hirshman and Vice President for Student Affairs James R. Kitchen for this official welcome at Viejas Arena.

Aztec Football Swarm and BBQ

3 pm, Aztec Football Practice Field (behind Parking Structure 5)

Join the Aztec football team for a special open practice. The players and coaches will teach the students Aztec football traditions and will give you the opportunity to run through practice drills, including a chance to catch a pass from the Aztec quarterbacks. After practice, the Aztec players and coaches will join attendees for a welcome BBQ.

Red and Black Welcome Back Dance

10 pm - 2 am, outside Hepner Hall

Head to the Hepner Hall stage for a night of dancing, entertainment, and free food! You don’t want to miss out on this event. Music by DJ J.A.M., free caricature drawings, henna tattoos, and much more!

Sunday, August 28

Day @ the Bay

11 am - 3 pm, Mission Bay Aquatic Center

Enjoy a day of fun in the sun at the Mission Bay Aquatic Center operated by Associated Students. SDSU students will have exclusive use of the aquatic center, featuring keelboats, hobiecats, and kayaks. You can also hang out on the beach and play volleyball, listen to music, enjoy lunch, and soak up the sun. Meet in front of the east side residence halls at 11 am to ride the buses to the bay.

ARC till DARK

5 - 8 pm, Aztec Recreation Center

Kick off the school year with lots of free pizza, dance demos, giant twister, basketball contests, and more! Win free prizes and learn more about Aztec Recreation at SDSU!

Screen on the Green

9 pm - 12 midnight, Aztec Green

Bring a blanket and claim your spot on the grass early. Enjoy free popcorn as you watch the blockbuster hit, “Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides”!

Monday, August 29

ASK ME Tents

7:30 am - 6 pm, Centennial Walkway and Hepner Hall Quad

Staff will be available to answer questions and help students navigate the campus.

Tuesday, August 30

ASK ME Tents

7:30 am - 6 pm, Centennial Walkway and Hepner Hall Quad

Aztec Bash @ State

12 noon - 2 pm, Centennial Walkway

Enjoy great music and a free barbeque hosted by Vice President for Student Affairs James R. Kitchen. After lunch, stop by the Student Involvement Expo to find out how to get involved on campus.

Student Involvement Expo

10 am - 4 pm, Centennial Walkway

Make your college years count by getting involved! With over 280 organizations on campus, you’ll be sure to find one that interests you! Attend this event to meet and mingle with student members of these organizations.

Native American Welcome Week Mixer

4 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Women’s Welcome Week Mixer

5:30 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Wednesday, August 31

Associated Students Day

All Day, Campanile Walkway

Check out everything that YOUR Associated Students (AS) has to offer. The day will include games, prizes, fun, and information on how YOU can “join the team” to become an active part of AS!

Greek Life Expo

10 am - 2 pm, North Library Walkway

The All-Greek Expo will showcase 40 of SDSU's fraternities and sororities. From noon until 1 pm, there will be a roll call of all our chapters/colonies. We will showcase all our amazing groups. Learn more about the Greek community and their recruitment process.

EOP Fun and Games

1 pm - 4 pm, EOP Tutoring Center, Student Services East 2109

This event is a great opportunity for new EOP students to meet current EOP students and staff while listening to music, playing games, and watching movies.

LGBT Welcome Week Mixer

4 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Jewish Student Welcome Week BBQ

5:30 pm, Hillel

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Chicana/o and Latina/o Welcome Week Mixer

5:30 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Thursday, September 1

EOP Fun and Games

1 pm - 4 pm, EOP Tutoring Center, Student Services East 2109

Career Services Lounge

2 - 4 pm, Career Services, Student Services East 1200

Get familiar with Career Services by having a fun time at this mixer! Enjoy appetizers and mocktails while mingling with Career Services advisors and staff, as well as some employers.

Asian Pacific Islander Welcome Week Mixer

4 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Muslim Welcome Week Mixer

6 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Campus Carnival

9 pm - 1 am, Campanile Walkway

Celebrate the first week of school at the Campus Carnival on Campanile Walkway. Enjoy exciting rides, fun games, and carnival snacks.

Friday, September 2

Filipino Welcome Week Mixer

12 noon, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Pool Party

12 noon - 4 pm, Aquaplex

Come to the Aquaplex Open House to relax after your first week of school. Grab a lounge chair or water raft and enjoy free pizza, music and friends. Bring your SDSU Red ID card. Aztec Recreation Center membership is not required.

African/African American Welcome Week Mixer

3:30 pm, Cholula Community Center

Welcome Week Mixers will bring together individuals who share similar backgrounds and cultural experiences. Learn how to get involved by interacting with student organizations, faculty, and staff.

Comedy Explosion

9 pm - 12 midnight, Peterson Gym

Watch some of the hottest comedians on TV perform live, and enjoy some laughs with your friends.

Saturday, September 3

Aztecs vs. Cal Poly Football Game

7 pm, Qualcomm Stadium

Come support the SDSU Aztecs Football Team at their game against Cal Poly! Make sure to wear your red and black and get ready to cheer on the Aztecs! Come early to the official student tailgate in section K-2 for free food, games, and give-aways! Tailgate begins at 5 pm.

Black Light Block Party

9:30 pm, Parking Structure 6

Don’t be left in the dark! After the football game, head back to campus to enjoy this black light illuminated event.

Additional Aztec Nights events

Friday, September 9

Late Night Recess

9 pm, ENS Field (south of the Music building)

It used to be your favorite part of the day, now it can be your favorite part of the night! Come play dodgeball and other fun childhood games while enjoying a snack with us.

Saturday, September 10

Monte Carlo

9 pm, Parking Lot G

Come try your luck at roulette, poker and craps, or challenge your friends on one of the Go-Kart racing speedways. Bid your “winnings” on amazing prizes!

Friday, September 16

Battle of the Bands

9 pm, ENS Field (south of the Music building)

You choose SDSU’s best bands and DJ’s, while honoring our troops serving overseas.

Friday, September 23

Concert

9 pm – midnight, Open Air Theatre

Tickets ONLY $10. Available at the Viejas Arena Ticket Office. Details will be posted on aztecnights.com

Welcome Week is sponsored by the Division of Student Affairs.

A special thanks to our co-sponsors:

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