December 2024 @STATE
Finals Week! Beat the Stress!
- Aztec Night’s Midnight Study Break: Winter Wonderland, from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 11 in Montezuma Hall. Take a break from studying and unwind with games, activities, giveaways (50+ prizes) and free burgers, boba, nachos, dessert and more! Don’t forget to check out our Instagram page @aztecnightssdsu to enter a giveaway for 2 tickets to an Italian dessert-making class and information on how to receive free parking in P3 the night of the event! Visit aztecnights.com for more information.
- Relaxation Resort from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 9 in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Goldberg Courtyard. Unwind and recharge for the week ahead while enjoying soothing massages, delicious treats or by making your own stress-relief toys. Visit Associated Students for more information.
- Build your own fidget toy before finals from 4-5:30 p.m. Dec. 4 at the Women’s Resource Center as part of the STEMinism Series.
- You can also head to the first floor of the library addition to make a finals wellness kit or visit with Luna, SDSU’s therapy dog, from 11 a.m.-noon Dec. 12 or from 1-2 p.m. Dec. 16.
- The Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union offers open meeting rooms daily from 8 a.m.-10 p.m. during finals week. Visit the University Information Center on the first floor, provide your name, Red ID and phone number, and a staff member will guide you to your assigned study space.
December/January 2024 News In Brief
BRC and ASU Kwanzaa Celebration Dec. 6
Please join the BRC & ASU for the annual Kwanzaa Celebration from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 6 in the BRC Backyard!
The dress code is semi-formal and/or cultural clothing. Please visit the BRC Instagram for more information on how to RSVP.
Coming Soon: SDSU Safe Ride
On Jan. 16, the University Police Department and SDSU Information Technology will launch the newly-improved SDSU Safe Ride program, formerly the Red & Black Shuttle.
Using the SDSU Safe app, students, faculty and staff can request a safe ride shuttle to 30 different campus locations, on-demand. The shuttle services will run on weekdays between 7 p.m. and midnight, excluding university holidays. All riders must present a valid Red ID. More information will soon be shared with students, faculty and staff.
Make Sure to Fill Out Your FAFSA
Want to be eligible for financial aid for the next school year?
The 2025-26 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available beginning
Dec. 1. Apply now!
To maximize possible aid, the priority deadline for filing the applications is March
3.
Visit the Cal Coast Student Financial Center for more information on how to fill out your application or to visit the virtual help desk.
ASUB’s December Events Calendar is Loaded!
The Aztec Student Union Board ends the fall semester with a bang!
Monday Night Movies: Elf, Dec. 2: Join ASUB as they host a special screening of the 2003 Yuletide classic “Elf” at 6:30
p.m. Dec. 2 at the Union Theatre. Complimentary movie snacks will be provided while
supplies last.
SDSU’s Got Talent, Dec. 3: Support SDSU’s shining stars at SDSU’s Got Talent from 6-8 p.m. in the Conrad Prebys
Aztec Student Union Courtyard! With special guest judges – your very own SDSU professors
– you can expect some fun and insightful commentary, just like the original America’s
Got Talent!
Greenfest Battle of the Bands!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music at Battle of the Bands, from 5-7
p.m. Dec. 5 at Montezuma Hall!
Watch as talented SDSU student bands go head-to-head for a chance to open the GreenFest
Concert in March 2025. From rock to pop and everything in between, these bands are
bringing their best to the stage. Come out and show your support— grab a seat, enjoy
the incredible performances and cheer on your favorite band as they compete for the
ultimate prize!
Visit GreenFest to learn more about SDSU’s signature sustainability event.
Register for Winter Session today
Looking to get on the fast track towards your degree? Winter Session classes are a
great way to do it.
Courses run Dec. 19-Jan. 16 and are a great opportunity for students to make up ground
toward graduation, return to school or explore a new area of interest.
Registration is open until Dec. 17. Visit SDSU Winter Session for more information.
Spend the break with Aztecs Men’s and Women’s Basketball
The SDSU men’s and women’s basketball programs are both off to hot starts, and you’ll have plenty of chances to catch the team during the holiday break as they head into the Mountain West Conference play.
The men’s team joined the Associated Press Top 25 rankings this week after posting wins against two top-25 teams last week in the inaugural Players Era Festival. They will host intra-city rival San Diego and Cal Baptist University on Dec. 7 and Dec. 11, respectively, before returning to Viejas Dec. 28 for the MWC opener against Utah State, the first of five conference home games from December to January.
The women’s team, which starts the 2024-25 campaign with an 8-1 record, hosts NAIA program Bethesda on Dec. 6 before hosting the San Diego Invitational Dec. 20-21, where they’ll play Stephen F. Austin and the University of Hawai’i. The women will begin conference play Dec. 29 against Boise State before hosting four conference opponents in January.
For more information about game times and tickets, visit goaztecs.com
Congratulations, Fall Sports Teams!
- The men’s soccer program won it’s first-ever regular season conference championship in its first season in the West Coast Conference.
- Women’s soccer advanced to the semifinals of the Mountain West Conference tournament.
- Women's volleyball earned a berth in the Mountain West Conference tournament with a fourth-place finish.
Learn more about the PSFA International Studies Minor
Looking to boost your global career potential? The PSFA International Studies Minor
is open to ALL majors!
Gain critical global awareness, sharpen your professional skills and turn international
experiences into meaningful growth. Ready to level up?
Talk to your advisor today or visit PSFA for more information.
Aztecs in Action - Volunteer at Sharia's Closet
Volunteer with SDSU's Glazer Center for Leadership & Service and Sharia's Closet from 2-4 p.m. Dec. 5. We will be helping with donation intake, clothing sorting and sizing and stocking shelves. Transportation is not required. Volunteers will meet at 6244 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92115.
Visit the Library in December
- Hugh C. Hyde Living Writers Series readings, Dec. 4: Publishing Salon is celebrating SDSU’s acclaimed publications including Poetry International, SDSU Press, Pacific Review, Splice and more! The event begins at 7 p.m. in the Leon Williams Room (LL 430/431)
- Sustainable Gift-Wrapping Workshop, Dec. 10: The Library Green Team invites you to take the next step in your sustainability journey. Learn how to wrap holiday gifts without tape, which wrappings are recyclable, and how to minimize your carbon footprint this holiday season. Attend the workshop from 2-3 p.m. Dec. 10 in the University Library’s Leon Williams Room (LL430). Materials and information will also be available in the build IT creator’s space Dec. 16-20.
- build IT event, Dec. 9-13: Restore and create wooden ornaments from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 9-13. Drop by during
the day to make a winter-themed wooden ornament. No previous experience or reservation
required and all supplies are provided.
- Finals Study Break Table and Luna Visits
- Stop by the first floor of the library addition (under the Dome) to make a Finals Wellness Kit. We will have gift bags and tips for handling stress, and you can add a granola bar, earplugs, a fidget toy, a bookmark, or a sticker (while supplies last.) Or borrow a game to play or do some coloring to reduce your stress.
- Luna, the SDSU therapy dog, will visit from 11 a.m.-noon Dec. 12 and from 1- 2 p.m. Dec. 16 for pets and playtime. A few minutes with her is sure to provide a smile.
SDSU Go!, Aztec Nights Return in Spring!
SDSU Go! and Aztec Nights events are coming back in the spring! Please check out our
trip lineups and information regarding registration dates!
As a reminder, SDSU Go! field trips feature free weekend activities for students to
explore the San Diego region and beyond! SDSU Go! field trips operate on a first come,
first serve registration process that prioritizes students who have yet to attend
an SDSU Go! field trip, ensuring as many unique students as possible can be accommodated.
Aztec Nights programming provides students with fun, free on-campus activities throughout the
semester.
Visit sdsu.edu/sdsu-go and follow @sllsdsu on Instagram for updated deets. Questions? Email [email protected] Visit Aztec Nights for more information about upcoming events.
MA in Rhetoric and Writing Studies Open House
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RSO Training Sessions in November; Application Cycle Opens in December
The spring 2025 registered student organization (RSO) application cycle opens Dec.
1. Students who are looking to start or renew an organization must also complete RSO
Officer Obligations (RSO3) and Inclusive Leadership Awareness training sessions in
order to complete the application.
Student Life and Leadership will be hosting several virtual training sessions in January
and February. Contact [email protected] with any questions or follow them on Instagram @sdsuleadandserve.
Final Fall Semester “Reclaim Your Story” Dec. 5
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Tiến lên/ Thirteen in the APIDA Center Dec. 5
Tiến lên is a Vietnamese card game. Learn about its historical and cultural significance and
then play it with us from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 5 at the APIDA Center.
The center has a number of events occurring throughout the month, including a holiday-themed
Club Karaoke from 8-10 p.m. Dec. 5 and finals fun events Dec. 12-18. Visit the APIDA Center Instagram for all the details.
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New format for Inclusive Leadership Awareness Training
The Inclusive Leadership Awareness Training team is excited to pilot a new format which is divided into two parts: A and B. Part A will be available as a Canvas module that you complete at your own pace. Once completed, you’ll be directed to a page on Canvas with Part B zoom registration links. Click to enroll in Part A.
Save the Date: Career Services, WRC host “ElevateHer” March 11
Save the date! Come to Career Services (SSE 1200) on March 11 to be inspired by a remarkable keynote speaker and panel of professionals, exchange ideas and experiences and build valuable connections to elevate each other's careers, all while enjoying free pizza. Register for ElevateHer on Handshake!
Register for the 2025 SDSU Student Symposium (S³)
Showcase your research at the 2025 SDSU Student Symposium (S³)! This is your chance to present your work, gain feedback, and compete for awards recognizing outstanding research. Whether you’re working on a project, conducting experiments or diving into creative scholarship, this event is open to all disciplines.Register by 5 p.m. Jan. 3 and submit your presentations by 5 p.m. Jan. 24. For more information and to register, visit the S³ Registration Page.
Final Planetarium Show of the Fall Dec. 6!
Explore the stars with Astronomy grad students one final Friday of the fall semester,
from 3-3:50 p.m. Dec. 6 at the Physics-Astronomy Building, Room 209. The event is
open to the public and a wonderful opportunity to learn about the cosmos!
For more info email Joshua Bardwell, [email protected]
SDSU Magazine: The fall issue is here!
There’s no question that the SDSU community is doing amazing things in the world,
and SDSU Magazine brings their stories to you.
Some of the highlights? SDSU writer and photographer go behind the scenes of the Emmy-winning show “Abbott Elementary” with executive producer Justin Halpern
(’03) and story editor Riley Dufurrena (’13) as their guides.
SDSU also introduces Aztec Owned, a section that highlights alumni owners. This issue features coffee-related businesses
and builds on SDSU’s growing Aztec-Owned Restaurant Guide.
The fall issue is available on sdsu.edu/magazine
DMCS is Hiring!
CURRENT STUDENTS - we're looking to hire a videographer (photography skills a plus!) for a student position with the Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity (Federal Work Study preferred). If you're interested in applying, visit handshake or checkout the full listing on sacd.sdsu.edu/dmcs then email [email protected] with your updated resume and samples of your work/portfolio and we'll be in touch!
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For Your Calendar
- Dec. 2: Monday Night Movies: Elf (Union Theatre)
- Dec. 2: Lounge With Luna (Pride Center)
- Dec. 3: SDSU’s Got Talent (Union Courtyard)
- Dec. 4: STEMinism Series: Build Your Own Fidget Toy Before Finals (Women's Resource Center)
- Dec. 4: Hugh C Hyde Living Writers Series (Library 430)
- Dec. 5: Multiple Medinas and Karbalas: Survival and Salvation from the Islamic Past and Present (Storm Hall 127)
- Dec. 5: Tiến lên/ Thirteen (APIDA Center)
- Dec. 5: Genocide on Trial: Can International Law Hold Israel Accountable (Storm Hall 127)
- Dec. 5: GreenFest Battle of the Bands (Montezuma Hall)
- Dec. 6: Planetarium Show (Physics/Astronomy 209)
- Dec. 6: Women’s Basketball vs Bethesda (Viejas Arena)
- Dec. 6: BRC and ASU Kwanzaa Celebration (BRC Backyard)
- Dec. 7: Men’s Basketball vs San Diego (Viejas Arena)
- Dec. 9: Relaxation Resort (Union Courtyard)
- Dec. 10: Sustainable Gift Wrapping Workshop (SDSU Library)
- Dec. 11: Men’s Basketball vs Cal Baptist (Viejas Arena)
- Dec. 11: Aztec Nights: Midnight Study Break Winter Wonderland (Montezuma Hall)
- Dec. 12-18: Finals Week
- Dec. 12: Visit Luna at the Library (SDSU Library)
- Dec. 16: Visit Luna at the Library (SDSU Library)
- Dec. 20-21: Women’s Basketball San Diego Invitational (Viejas Arena)
- Dec. 24-27: Winter Recess (Campus Closed)
- Dec. 28: Men’s Basketball vs Utah State (Viejas Arena)
- Dec. 29: Women’s Basketball vs Boise State (Viejas Arena)
- Jan. 1: New Year’s Day (Campus Closed)
- Jan. 4: Women’s Basketball vs New Mexico (Viejas Arena)
- Jan. 14: Men’s Basketball vs Colorado State (Viejas Arena)
- Jan. 15: Women’s Basketball vs Colorado State (Viejas Arena)
- Jan. 18: Men’s Basketball vs UNLV (Viejas Arena)
- Jan. 20: MLK Day (Campus Closed)
- Jan. 21: First Day of Spring Classes
*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.
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 and internship opportunities, and go to sacd.sdsu.edu/career for more information on jobs, events and career preparation.
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