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Event Schedule
Check-In
Check-in at the Library Quad from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Here you will get your free bag and a ticket to spin our prize wheel! Afterwards you are free to plan your day however you would like and explore our amazing campus.
We encourage you to bring your reusable water bottle to stay hydrated! There are refill stations in the University Union.
Parking Information
Sacramento State is pleased to offer complimentary parking (no permit required) in “S” student spaces and “E” employee spaces on campus. Our campus will be buzzing with multiple events so make sure you bring some comfortable walking shoes to get from your parking spot to the check in table!
For closest proximity to our event we suggest Parking Structure 1, Parking Structure 2, Parking Structure 3, Parking Lot 5, and Parking Lot 6.
Parking Lot 7, Parking Lot 8 (by the Harper Alumni Center), Parking Lot 9, Parking Lot 10, and Parking Structure 5 are open for parking, but may not be as close to the event as the other parking structures.
Please note: No parking in “R” residential spaces. To park in disabled parking spaces on campus, a disabled person placard or license plate must be displayed. In order to park in a clean air or EV space, the Clean Air Vehicle (CAV) decal from California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) must be displayed. See parking regulations for more.
ITE Celebration Station
The station will be located at the Library Quad from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Submit your intent to enroll and receive a personalized I Said Yes to Sac State certificate! Take a solo and/or family photo in front of our Sac State backdrop! Tag us on Instagram (@sacstateadmissions) to be featured on our social media.
The first 200 students to come to the ITE station who submitted their Intent to Enroll and get a photo with their certificate will get a $10 meal ticket to use towards the food trucks, campus eateries, and the Servery!
The Hornet Bookstore
The Hornet Bookstore will be open from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.. The Hornet Bookstore will have 20% off one apparel or gift item*!
Follow these easy steps:
1) Visit CampusWelcome.com
2) Enter your email address
3) Enter access code: 0037
4) Show your coupon email at the register or use it online for your discount!
The celebration doesn’t have to stop when Admitted Student Day ends! Pre-order a Sacramento State Acceptance Celebration Kit for pick-up when you come for Admitted Student Day to celebrate becoming a hornet. You can use the coupon above to order your kit! Celebration kits are online order only and can be delivered to your home directly.
Tours
General Campus Tours
Campus tours available every 30 minutes from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a 30-minute walking tour of our beautiful campus! Please arrive at the check-in tables next to the Studio Theatre. Registration for a campus tour is required, use the link below to register for a campus tour!
Excellence Tours
- APIDA Excellence Tour – 11:30 a.m.
- Black Excellence Tour – 12:30 p.m.
- Latinx Excellence Tour – 1:30 p.m.
Each Excellence Tour is focused on recognizing the history of different affinity groups on the Sac State campus. These tours highlight resources, student organizations, clubs, landmarks, art, and notable alumni and staff who have made impacts at Sac State and in the world from each affinity group. Please arrive at the check-in tables next to the Studio Theatre. Registration for an Excellence Tour is required, use the link below to register.
Please note: We suggest you still go on a general campus tour as these tours are supplemental to the general information shared on a campus tour. Spaces are extremely limited for Excellence Tours as we are piloting these tours. We will ask guests to fill out a brief survey afterwards.
Campus Housing Tours
- Hornet Commons: Meet at the Hornet Commons leasing office.
- North Village: Meet at the Riverview Hall at North Village.
- Housing tours will run continuously from 10 a.m - 4 p.m.
The WELL Tours
Please meet at The WELL. Visit The WELL to see what gym equipment, health classes, health centers, and more are inside the newly renovated building!
The WELL tours will run continuously from 10 a.m - 4 p.m.
Questions about New Student Orientation
Orientation will be at our resource fair, feel free to stop by their table and get your questions answered.
Dining Option for Campus
The following food trucks will be available by Eureka Hall from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.:
At the University Union:
- Ace Sushi 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Chando’s Tacos 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
- Panda Express 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Roundtable 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Starbucks 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Tenders Love and Chicken 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Servery at the Dining Commons at the Dining Commons:
The Servery at the Dining Commons is Sac State’s dining facility located in North Village. Brunch will be served from 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Light lunch will be served from 3:30 - 4:00 p.m. Dinner will be served from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. They will have 15% for guests who visit on Admitted Student Day. If you receive a $10 meal ticket from the ITE station, the 15% off can be used for your guest but not in addition to your ticket.
Planetarium Shows
Shows are every 30 minutes from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Join us for an amazing 360-degree presentation in our state-of-the-art planetarium!
These 20-minute sessions are located in the Ernest E. Tschannen Science Complex (Science 11). Registration for a planetarium showing is required, use the link below to register!
Presentations
The following presentations below will be available for you to attend at Admitted Student Day. Please read carefully, most presentations require registration while others may be first come, first serve or require ticket purchase.
American Islamic Art: Creative Negotiation, Religion and Cultural Production
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Orchard Suite – University Union
Department: Humanities and Religious Studies
Join the Human and Religious Studies department for a presentation on American Islamic art.
Please register in advance.
College 101: A Day in the Life of an Arts & Letters Student.
Time: 12 p.m. and 2 p.m.
Location: Studio Theatre
Department: College of Arts & Letters
Join the Arts & Letters Ambassadors for a panel discussion about their experiences as Sac State students. For students planning to major in Art, Communication Studies, Public Relations, Journalism, Film, Design Studies, Photography, Interior Architecture, Graphic Design, English, History, Humanities, Religious Studies, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, Dance, Spanish or French.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
Connections: Studying communication, journalism, film, and public relations
Time: 2 p.m.
Location: Foothill Suite – University Union
Department: Communication Studies
Join the Communication Studies department for a presentation on studying communication, journalism, film, and public relations.
Please register in advance.
Discover, Connect, and Navigate: Exploring SSIS Majors, Student Clubs, and Success Strategies
Time: 11:15 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Location: Tahoe Hall 3041, 3rd floor
Department: College of Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies
Join the Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies department for a presentation on exploring SSIS majors, student clubs, and success strategies.
Presentation seating is first come, first serve.
ECS Student Success Center
Time: 11 a.m.
Location: Green and Gold Room – University Union
Department: College of Engineering and Computer Science
Join the College of Engineering and Computer Science department for a presentation on how they help their students succeed.
Please register in advance.
English Major? Great Choice for the Future
Time: 1:15 p.m.
Location: Forest Suite – University Union
Department: English
Join the English department for a presentation on why majoring in English is a great choice.
Please register in advance.
Investing in Your Future: Paying for College
Time: 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m.
Location: Cottonwood Suite – University Union
Department: Financial Aid
Join the Financial Aid for a presentation on investing in your future and how to pay for college.
Please register in advance.
Housing Information
Time: All day 10a.m. - 4:00p.m.
Location: Riverview Hall
Department: University Housing Service
Learn about campus housing information. The presentation will be shared when you stop by North Village for a housing tour.
No registration required.
MESA Program Information Session
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Foothill Suite – University Union
Department: MESA Program
This presentation is intended for Engineering, Computer Science and Construction Management Majors.
Please register in advance.
Senior Theatre Performance
Time: 12 p.m.
Location: Playwrights Theatre
Department: Theatre & Dance
For students interested in the performing arts and their families. Purchase your tickets for the Senior Theatre Performance. $10.00 + $2.00 per Ticket Fee.
Purchase required for entry.
Senior Dance Performance
Time: 3 p.m.
Location: Solano Hall 1010
Department: Theatre & Dance
For students interested in the performing arts and their families. Purchase your tickets for the Senior Dance Performance. $10.00 + $2.00 per Ticket Fee.
Purchase required for entry.
TBA - School of Music
Time: TBA
Location: Capistrano Hall
Department: School of Music
Welcome to Sociology at Sac State: Building Bridges, Breaking Barriers, and Transforming Futures
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Location: Forest Suite – University Union
Department: Sociology Department
For students interested in Sociology and their families.
Please register in advance.
Welcome to the History Department
Time: 1:00pm
Location: Green & Gold Room – University Union
Department: History
For students interested in majoring in History and their families.
Please register in advance.
Welcome Parents & Loved Ones to Sac State
Time: 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Location: Orchard Suite – University Union
Department: Parents and Families Program
Meet the Parents and Families Program for a welcome to Sac State.
Please register in advance.
What's New and What We Do
Time: 1 p.m.
Location: Orchard Suite – University Union
Department: College of Arts & Letters
Join us to learn about the unique programs, events and majors in the College of Arts & Letters
Please register in advance.
What’s Next?
Time: 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.,
Location: Hinde Auditorium – University Union
Department: Admissions & Outreach
This presentation is to share important information about Fall 2024 enrollment. During each session we'll cover updates on admissions, financial aid, and housing. It is everything you want and need to know about Sacramento State in order to make a smooth transition before classes begin on August 26th.
Please register in advance.
Resource Fair
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Student Organizations & Leadership
- Allied Students for Justice
- Alpha Phi
- Art History Club
- Beta Alpha Psi
- Black Student Union
- Chi Alpha Christian Fellowship
- Circle K International
- Club de Espanol
- Construction Management Student Association (CMSA) + Northern California Mechanical Contractors Association (MCA)
- Diverse Women in Political Science
- Gamma Zeta Alpha Fraternity
- Lavendar Alliance at Sac State
- Mechanical Contractors Association of America
- Mujeres Ayudando La Raza
- Nu Alpha Kappa Fraternity
- Panhellenic Sorority Council
- Pre-Dental Association
- Psychology Society
- Secular Student Alliance
- Sigma Phi Epsilon (SigEp)
- Sociology Club
- Student Fashion Association
- Women in Construction
Colleges/Departments
- Anthropology
- Art
- Asian Studies Program
- Biological Sciences
- Center for Science and Math Success
- Chemistry Department
- College of Arts & Letters, Students Achieving Greater Excellence (SAGE Center)
- College of Business
- College of Continuing Education
- College of Engineering and Computer Science
- College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics
- College of Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Studies - Student Success Center
- Communication Science & Disorders
- Communication Studies
- Computer Science
- Construction Management
- Design
- Division of Criminal Justice
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Family and Consumer Sciences Single Subject Pre-Credential
- Family Studies and Human Development
- Fashion Merchandising and Management
- Geography
- Geology
- Gerontology
- Health Science
- History
- Humanities & Religious Studies
- Kinesiology
- Law Enforcement Candidate's Scholars (LECS) Program
- Mathematics and Statistics
- Mechanical Engineering
- MESA Program
- Music Department
- Nutrition, Food & Dietetics Program
- Peer Assisted Learning
- Philosophy
- Physical Therapy
- Physics and Astronomy
- Political Science
- Prospects Peer Mentoring for Success - Psychology
- Public Health
- Recreation, Parks and Tourism Administration
- School of Nursing
- School of Social Work
- Sociology
- Theatre & Dance
- Women's and Gender Studies
- World Languages and Literature
Student Services
- Academic Advising
- Admissions & Outreach
- Army ROTC
- Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center
- Black Honors College
- Career Center
- College Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP)
- College Corps
- Combat U
- DEGREES Project
- Disability Access Center
- EOP
- Esak’timá Center
- First Year Experience
- Full Circle Project
- GE Honors Program
- Guardian Scholars
- Hornet Commons
- Hornet Hospitality
- Hornet Launch
- Improve Your Tomorrow
- Information Resources & Technology
- Library
- McNair Scholars Program
- MLK Center
- Office of Graduate Studies
- Orientation
- Parents & Families and Women's Resource Center
- Peak Adventures
- Peer & Academic Resource Center
- Police Department
- Project Rebound
- PRIDE Center
- Sac State Financial Wellness
- Student Health & Counseling Services
- Student Health & Counseling Services
- Student Service Center
- Transfer Resource Center
- Undergraduate Studies
- Union
- University Housing Services - North Village
- Veterans Success Center
- Writing Programs & Writing Portfolio
Additional Activities
#ArriveToTheHive Selfie Stations
Show off your Hornet spirit by taking a selfie at our brand-new selfie stations! Don’t forget to tag us using the hashtags below so we can share on our social media. At each location you can using the following hashtags:
- Library Quad - #StingersUp #ArriveToTheHive
- Lassen/Kadema Hall Walkway - #HornetHustle #ArriveToTheHive
- Guy West Bridge Plaza - #OurHiveOurHome #ArriveToTheHive
Art Department & English Department – Readings in the Library
Creative Writing Coordinator, Professor Jamil Kochai will arrange for graduate students in the Department of English to read excerpts from their final projects.
Location: Library Gallery Annex - Library
Time: 1 p.m. - 2 p.m.
Art Department – Art Studio Lab Tour
Meet in the Quad at the Art Department table for Tour of the Art Studio Lab: Painting and Drawing Studios, Graduate Studios, Sculpture Studios. Led by Professor Andrew Connelly and BFA student, James Perego.
Location: - Art Department Table
Time: 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Art Department – Kadema Hall Tour
Meet in the Kadema Breezeway for tour of Kadema Hall: New Media Art Studio, Drawing Studio, Printmaking Studios, Ceramics Studios, Art Education Studio and Art History lecture Room. Led by Professor Rachel Miller and BFA student, James Perego.
Location: - Kadema Hall
Time: 3 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Jenga & Cornhole
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Near Check-In
Stinger Studio Makerspace
Get a tour of the Stinger Studio Makerspace where students can access tools and technologies to create art and build inventions. Join them in making buttons!
Time: 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Stinger Studio Makerspace - Library
Our Hive Our Home Banner
Take some time to write down why you joined our hive!
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Near Check-In
The WELL Activities
Visit The WELL, our university gym and student health center for outdoor activities such as inflatable soccer, corn hole, and spike ball.
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Location: The WELL
Wishing Tree
Set your sights high and make a wish for a successful academic year ahead!
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: Near Check-In