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February 2026 @STATE

SDSU GO! Feb. 21 at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido

Welcome back, Aztecs! It’s the start of the spring semester with the return of SDSU GO! Join SDSU GO! Feb. 21 at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido. Transportation is provided and required to and from the park. Registration sign-ups open Jan. 26 for SDSU students

2026-27 FAFSA and Dream Act Applications

Don’t forget to file your 2026-27 FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application now! Priority deadline for filing applications is March 2. The non-priority deadline is June 30.

SDSU Student Symposium Feb. 27

Support your peers as they present their research, scholarship and creative projects at the largest ever SDSU Student Symposium, from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Feb. 27 in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union. 

 

Celebrating 100 years of Black history month

Come Celebrate 100 Years of Black History Month!

February is Black History Month, and SDSU has a loaded calendar of events to celebrate African Americans and their contributions featuring the Gus & Emma Thompson Black Resource Center 8th Birthday Celebration on Feb. 27 from 4-5 p.m at the BRC.

Visit the Black Resource Center website or their Instagram @sdsubrc in coming weeks for more details on the month’s slate of events
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SDSU Men’s and Women’s Hoops on Road to NCAA Tourney!

Get out to Viejas Arena to watch the Aztecs men’s and women’s basketball teams compete against Mountain West Conference foes for the final time before next year’s departure to the Pac-12 Conference! 

Both teams have six home games remaining. Visit GoAztecs.com to get more information, including how to get your free tickets!

ASUB Events: Monday Night Movies - La La Land (Union Theatre)

Start Your Spring Semester with Fun ASUB Events

Come back to school with a loaded calendar in February! Check out the select ASUB events below or visit the Aztec Student Union Board calendar for the full list of events
 
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Love in the Union, Feb. 11: Join us from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. in the Union Courtyard

Open Mic Night, Feb. 19: 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Union

Down the Rabbit Hole, Feb. 23: Join us from 6-8 p.m.

SDSU Center for Student Organizations & Activities newest program, “State After Sunset, and Gaming Gauntlet - details to the right

Greenfest Artist Reveal, Spirit Competition Sign Ups!

GreenFest, SDSU’s signature weeklong sustainability event, and its companion concert are just around the corner, but be the first to know who is headlining this year’s event.

  • SIP ‘N PAINT (6-8 p.m. Feb. 9, Montezuma Hall): Includes the GreenFest headliner reveal. Space is limited to 60 participants. Concert tickets go on sale at 11:30 a.m. Feb. 10.
  • GREENFEST LISTENING PARTY (noon-1 p.m. Feb. 25, Student Union Courtyard): DJ music from the headliner and opening acts. 
  • GREENFEST SPIRIT COMPETITION: Student organizations and groups of five or more will compete in fun, sustainable challenges. Sign up your team by Feb 11!

Join Associated Students!

With over 25 boards, committees and commissions, A.S. has something to offer everyone, including a program for first-year, second-year or transfer students looking to get involved. 

Visit the A.S. Get Involved website or follow AS on Instagram to stay up to date!

Become an Associated Students Leader

Run or apply for a 2026-27 Associated Students leadership position! Run for one of 41 elected positions or apply for one of 24 appointed positions. 

Elected position applications are due by 4 p.m. Feb. 13 and appointed applications are due 4 p.m. April 6.

Register for the SDSU Leadership Summit!

Register for the SDSU Leadership Summit!

Registration is now open for the 2026 SDSU Leadership Summit. Hear from inspiring keynote speakers, attend engaging workshops and take advantage of excellent networking opportunities.

Save the Date for Saturday, March 7, 2026!
 

SDSU Center for Student Organizations & Activities newest program, “State After Sunset, and Gaming Gauntlet - details to the right

State After Sunset: Gaming Gauntlet

SDSU CSOA's newest program, “State After Sunset,” kicks off the semester with “Gaming Gauntlet” from 7-10 p.m. Jan. 30, in the E-Sports Engagement Center. Enjoy free snacks and participate in a Mario Kart Tournament or play Jack Box games.

The 2026 Quest for the Best application closes at 4 p.m. Feb. 16.

Quest for the Best Applications Due Feb. 16

The annual award recognizes outstanding student leaders who have typified and promoted the mission of the university, recognizing individual excellence in academics, campus involvement and community service. 
Visit sdsu.edu/quest to apply or learn more about the nomination requirements. Application closes at 4 p.m. Feb. 16.

RSO Application Cycle for Spring 2026 Closes Feb. 1.

RSO Application Cycle for Spring 2026 Closes Feb. 1

If you missed the Fall 2025 application deadline and are looking to start or renew an organization, the Spring 2026 application closes Feb. 1. For more information, check out the Recognized Student Organization website. Contact [email protected] with any questions.

Sign up for ZIP Launchpad before Feb. 11

Want to launch a startup? ZIP Launchpad is where ideas turn real with a prototyping lab and industry-leading mentors. The spring 2026 in-person program is open to all SDSU students, faculty and staff. Apply before Feb. 11.

Entrepreneur Society PitchFest Jan 28

Watch students pitch their ideas at the Entrepreneur Society PitchFest! Come with an idea or build one the day of from 6-7 p.m. Jan. 28 in EIS 103 or take advantage of ZIP Launchpad drop-in office hours that day from 4-6 p.m.

Founder of CUTS Clothing: Startup Stories - Steven Borrelli Feb 4

Hear from SDSU Alumnus Steven Borrelli, founder and CEO of the apparel brand CUTS from 6-7 p.m. Feb. 4 in the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center.

 

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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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Parking & Transportation Guide Spring 2026

Find the best parking structures to use in peak hours, and learn how to avoid College Ave. traffic. Use SDSU’s shared transportation and free weeknight SafeRide shuttles, and get advanced notice of event parking closers online on SDSU's Transportation Services website.

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Studying Abroad? Save These Dates and Reminders!

Do you plan on studying abroad this summer or fall? Visit the Global Education Portal to get all of the information, including scholarships, registration deadlines and how to get started with your study abroad journey.

CalFresh Day, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Feb 24, Calpulli Center

Basic Needs Center Hosting Free Market + CalFresh Day

Free Market (Feb 5), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Rose Garden. Free new and second-hand items and free flu shots, while supplies last. 
CalFresh Day (Feb. 24), 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Calpulli Center Rm. 3200. Get help applying for CalFresh plus free pizza!

 

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Are you a new or continuing student looking to find out about fun events or the latest information about SDSU?

Are you a new or continuing student looking to find out about fun events or the latest information about SDSU?
Follow @ExperienceSDSU on Instagram for the latest in SDSU news and for information about student organizations and events!

Feb. 14: Men’s Basketball vs Nevada (Viejas Arena)
Feb. 17: Men’s Basketball vs Grand Canyon - Black History Month Celebration (Viejas Arena)
Feb. 18: Women’s Basketball vs UNLV - Girl’s Night Out (Viejas Arena)
Feb. 19: ASUB Events: Open Mic Night (Union Courtyard)
Feb. 20-22: Baseball: Tony Gwynn Legacy Tournament (Tony Gwynn Stadium)
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Feb. 23: ASUB Events: Down the Rabbit Hole (Union Courtyard)
Feb. 24: Cal-Fresh Day (Calpulli Center)
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Feb. 26: Spring Career and Internship Fair (Montezuma Hall)
Feb. 27: SDSU Student Symposium (Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union)
Feb. 28: Women’s Basketball vs Wyoming - Senior Day (Viejas Arena)

 

*Events subject to change


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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