OCT. 15-31 2026 @STATE
Get into the Halloween Spirit at SDSU!
It’s Halloween season at SDSU, and there are a number of events to help you get in the spirit.
- State After Sunset presents “The Great Pumpkin Paint-Off” from 7-10 p.m. Oct. 23 in the Aztec Student Union North West Patio. Paint your own mini pumpkin or glowy pumpkin mason jar while enjoying free tacos, prizes and opportunity drawings.
- Special screening of the original “Friday the 13th,” at 6 p.m. Oct. 27 in the Student Union Courtyard.
- Join us for Hallo-Union from 6-8 p.m. Oct. 28 in the Student Union Courtyard for games, activities, treats and more!
Visit the SDSU and ASUB events calendars for info on all upcoming events!
October News in Brief
Share Your Feedback with the University Library!
Students are invited to participate in an anonymous survey about their experiences with the library. The survey will take less than 15 minutes and participants can choose to be entered into a drawing to win one of four $25 SDSU Bookstore gift cards! The survey closes 11:59 p.m. Oct. 23.
Winter Session Registration Open
Leverage your winter break to accelerate your education.
With Winter Session (Dec. 17-Jan. 14) classes, you can make up ground towards graduation, return to school,
or explore a new area of interest. Registration is open until Dec. 15. Visit SDSU Global Campus to find out more or to register.
“Celebrate State” During Homecoming Week!
The final two days of Homecoming Week are loaded with activities, from the 30th annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony at the SDSU War Memorial and the NPHC Yard Show (both Oct. 16) and the River Park Block Party, Aztec Volleyball and Women’s Tennis in the ITA Southwest Regional Championship (all Oct. 17). The week culminates with the Homecoming football game against Fresno State, 7:30 p.m. Oct. 17 at Snapdragon Stadium.
Have a Taste of France With ASUB Events!
Join us for a taste of French cuisine from 2-3 p.m. Oct. 21 in the Student Union Courtyard, the latest edition of Cooking With Chefs. Come watch professional chefs prepare a variety of French dishes and enjoy the delicious results.
To IMMUNITY, and Beyond; Free Flu Shots Available!
Throughout the month of October, students will have the opportunity to receive a free flu vaccination, while supplies last, at a number of walk-in clinics on campus – no appointment needed! A full schedule of walk-up clinics and their locations is available on the Student Health Services website. Stay vigilant and keep yourself safe during cold and flu season.
Celebrate Filipinx American History Month in October
Lavender Scare Documentary Screening Oct. 21!
Celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month and learn more about an important part of our history by attending a screening of a documentary about the Lavender Scare, which highlights the injustices faced by LGBTQ+ government employees in 1950s America. The screening takes place from 3-5 p.m. Oct. 21 in Scripps Cottage.
Become a SafeZone Ally!
SafeZones registration is open! SafeZones is a training program intended to support efforts towards a welcoming, informative, educational and safe environment for all 2SLGBTQIA+ members of the campus community and their allies. Register for one of the remaining fall sessions! For any questions and accommodations, email [email protected].
Aztecs Rock Hunger is Back
Food insecurity can affect students' ability to focus, succeed academically and stay enrolled. Whether you volunteer, attend an event or spread the word, your participation in ARH helps make a difference, supporting the SDSU Economic Crisis Response Team, A.S. Food Pantry and Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.
Caregiver Resource Fair Oct. 27
The SDSU Pregnant and Parenting Students Initiative and the SDSU Center for Excellence in Aging and Longevity are hosting the annual Caregiver Resource Fair from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 27 in the student union courtyard. The event provides valuable resources and support to all caregivers, including SDSU students who are balancing their academic responsibilities with caregiving duties.
Visit the Library in October
- Prison Banned Book Week Film Screening: Feminist on Cellblock Y, Oct. 20: 4-6 p.m., Leon Williams Room (LL430)
- Discoveries & Dialogues Colloquium Series, Oct. 21: From 4-5 p.m., Leon Williams Room (LL430)
- Talk to a Librarian about Banned Books, Oct. 14: Drop by to talk about banned books or get a recommendation for a new read from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the Research Services Area (Dome 1st floor).
- Hugh C. Hyde Living Writers’ Series, 7 p.m.
- Oct. 21: Poet Emma Trelles, via Zoom (register today)
- Oct. 28: Poet and Photographer Adam O. Davis. Leon Williams Room (LL430).
SDSU EVENTS IN THE UNION
ASUB Events: Open Mic Night, Oct. 21
Step into the spotlight at our last Open Mic Night of the semester on Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 6-8 p.m. in the Student Union Courtyard.
ASUB Events: Makers' Market, Oct. 29
We are hosting our Makers' Market from 1-6 p.m. Oct.29 in the student union. Calling all Makers, DIYers, Crafters, & Entrepreneurs.
ASUB Events: State after Sunset: Blacklight Bowling Boo Bash, Oct. 30
Join us for Blacklight Bowling Boo Bash from 7–10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30 at Aztec Lanes! Come dressed in your spookiest costume or white attire and light up the lanes for a Halloween night filled with free bowling, activities, glow-in-the-dark fun, plenty of treats and more.
BECOME AN ENTREPRENEUR AT THE ZIP LAUNCHPAD
Startup Stories: Dr. Squatch Soap Co., Oct. 28
Hear how founder Jack Haldrup of Dr. Squatch Soap Co. created an all natural soap brand and sold it to Unilever for $1.5 billion dollars! This edition of Startup Stories takes place from 6-7 p.m. Oct. 28 in EIS 103. RSVP today!
Featured Jobs and Internships
Looking for a part-time job to cover costs, an internship to build your professional skills or a full-time job because graduation looms? Check out these career opportunities, and go to sa.sdsu.edu/career for more information on jobs, events and career preparation.
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OCTOBER 15-31 CALENDAR
October: Filipino American History Month
Oct. 11-17: Homecoming Week
Oct. 16: 30th Annual Wreath-Laying Ceremony (SDSU War Memorial)
- SDSU Alumni and Student Mixer (Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center)
- NPHC Yard Show (Montezuma Hall)
Oct. 17: Volleyball vs Texas State (Peterson Gym)
- Women’s Tennis ITA Southwest Regional Championships (Aztec Tennis Center)
- Football vs Fresno State (Snapdragon Stadium)
Oct. 20: Prison Banned Book Week Film Screening: Feminist on Cellblock Y (LL430)
Oct. 21: Men’s Soccer vs Utah Valley (SDSU Sports Deck)
- Aztecs Rock Hunger Dunk Tank (Union Courtyard)
- Lavender Scare Documentary Screening (Scripps Cottage)
- Hugh C Hyde Living Writer Series: Emma Trelles (Virtual)
Oct. 23: State After Sunset: The Great Pumpkin Paint Off (Aztec Student Union Northwest Patio)
Oct. 25: Women’s Soccer vs Fresno State (SDSU Sports Deck)
Oct. 27: ASUB Events: Monday Night Movies - Friday the 13th (Union Theatre)
- Caregiver Resource Fair (Union Courtyard)
Oct. 28: ASUB Events: Hallo-Union (Union Courtyard)
- Startup Stories: Dr Squatch Soap Co (EIS 103)
- Hugh C Hyde Living Writer Series: Adam O. Davis (LL430)
Oct. 29: Volleyball vs Boise State (Peterson Gym)
Oct. 30: Women’s Soccer vs Gonzaga (SDSU Sportts Deck)
Oct. 31: Men’s Soccer vs UC San Diego (SDSU Sports Deck)
- Volleyball vs Washington State (Peterson Gym)
Holidays and Observations
- Filipinx American History Month
- LGBTQ+ History Month
- Breast Cancer Awareness Month
For more events and details, go to the SDSU Events Calendar.
For more academic dates, go to the Academic Calendar.
The schedule of athletic events is at goaztecs.com.
Find residence hall information at sdsu.edu/housing.
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