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DECEMBER 2025 @STATE

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Finals Week is Dec. 12-18 and SDSU has events to help relieve the anxiety of finals.

Aztec Nights hosts Midnight Study Break (9 p.m.-1 a.m. Dec. 11, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union): Come for the games and stay for free goodies from Broken Yolk and Feng Cha.

The library has full around-the-clock access Dec. 5-18. Decompress at a Lounge With Luna session from 3-4 p.m. Dec. 8 and 4-5 p.m. Dec. 11 or visit the Well-being and Health Promotion Resource table from 3-4 p.m. Dec. 8, both held in the Research Services Area.

Visit aztecnights.com and the Library for more details on finals activities.

2026-27 FAFSA and Dream Act Application

Don’t forget to file your 2026-27 FAFSA or CA Dream Act Application now! The priority deadline is March 2, the non-priority deadline is June 30. Visit my.SDSU for upcoming information on Spring tuition deadlines and disbursement info.

GradGuard Tuition Insurance Option Now Available for SDSU Students

SDSU has partnered with GradGuard to offer students and families an optional Tuition Insurance Plan which reimburses up to 100% of non-refundable education expenses, including tuition, housing, fees and up to $1,000 in school-related costs if a student withdraws for a covered reason.

Winter Session 2026: Make the Most of Your Winter Recess

Winter Session 2026: Make the Most of Your Winter Recess

Stay on track for graduation with SDSU Winter Session 2026 (Dec. 18-Jan. 15). Classes offered fully online by SDSU Global Campus, will include a dozen courses never before offered during the four-week intersession.

 

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SDSU Football Awaits its Bowl Game Fate

The Aztecs Football team is bowl game bound after posting its best record since 2021!

SDSU, which finished the regular season with nine wins, will learn where it will head for bowl season in coming days, so make sure you check GoAztecs.com for more information on the matchup, location and tickets
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Aztecs Rock Hunger Results Reveal Dec. 11

Aztecs Rock Hunger Results Reveal Dec. 11

Join us from noon-1 p.m. in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Courtyard to find out who won the Aztecs Rock Hunger competitions and the grand total raised this year! 

 


Finish Your Fall Semester with Fun AS Events!

The final slate of Associated Students events for the fall semester will get you ready for the spring! 

Greenfest Battle of the Bands, Dec. 3

   

Greenfest Battle of the Bands

Come cheer on your fellow student DJs and bands as they compete for a chance to open for the GreenFest headliner. Dec. 3 from 6-8:30 p.m. in Montezuma Hall.
Snow Place Like the Union Dec 10

Snow Place Like the Union

Cozy up with free hot chocolate, popcorn, pastries and stuff-a-plush with adorable winter animals. Dec. 10 from 6-8 p.m. in Montezuma Hall.

Zip Launchpad

Sign up to Launch a Startup Spring'26

Want to launch a startup? ZIP Launchpad is where ideas turn real with a prototyping lab, industry-leading mentors and interns. The spring 2026 in-person program is open to all SDSU students, faculty, staff, researchers and all majors. Applications will be accepted from Jan. 1- Feb. 11. 

Apply to the Social Venture Challenge!

Have an idea to improve food security? Apply to the SDSU Social Venture Challenge 2026 to compete for prizes totaling $35,000. Get hands on mentoring to improve your pitch and compete for funding. The application window closes Dec. 12.

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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 the December Career Opportunities, and go to career.sdsu.edu for more information on jobs, events and career preparation.

Register for S3 student symposium

SDSU Student Symposium Registration Deadline Dec. 11

Present at the SDSU Student Symposium! Register by 11:59 p.m. Dec. 11 to be eligible for $20,000 in cash prizes for best presentations. All majors are welcome.
   

 

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Collectibles Fair & Meet-Up Dec. 3

The SDSU APIDA Center and One SDSU are hosting a Collectibles Fair & Meet-Up from noon-3 p.m. Dec. 3 in the Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union Courtyard. Email [email protected] with your name and your collection to sign up for a booth. Sign ups will remain open until spaces are filled. 

SDSU Go returns Spring 2026 lineup!

   

SDSU GO! Returns This Spring!

SDSU GO! returns for the Spring 2025 semester with three weekend excursions that are free to SDSU students on a first-come, first-served basis. Upcoming events are Safari Park, Feb. 21, Cherry Blossoms, March 14 and Knott’s Berry Farm, April 25.
 
 
 

Join the team! DMCS is looking for student videograhers and photographers

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 dmcs.sdsu.edu then email [email protected] with your updated resume and samples of your work/portfolio and we'll be in touch.

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Give Back & Track

Join the Glazer Center for Leadership & Service and get involved with community service. The Glazer Center for Leadership & Service will have four events for Give Back & Track week December 1-5th. Join them for an event or just report your community service hours! Check out our Instagram for more details.
 

 

RSO Appllication opens soon for spring 2026

RSO Application Cycle for Spring 2026 Opens Soon

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.

 

Get an International Studies Minor through PSFA

Get an International Studies Minor
 
Thinking about spring 2026 classes? Make your degree global with an International Studies minor! It’s flexible, fits easily into your schedule and won’t delay graduation — perfect for students planning to study abroad or boost any major. Start with PSFA 350 (Tues 4–6:40 p.m.), then go global! To learn more email Professor Mei Zhong.
   

 

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Sports in the Borderlands Event Dec. 4 
 
Please join Chicana/o Studies from 4-6 p.m. Dec. 4 in Storm Hall 205 for a co-sponsored event “Sports in the Borderlands, the Borderlands of Sports: A Case for Skateboarding,” hosted by the Department of Sociology featuring Andrea Burchetti from the University of Padua. A reception with Italian refreshments will follow.
   
"New York New York: Does Mamdani's Victory in NYC Herald a Transformation in American Politics?" Dec. 5
Does Mamdani's Victory Herald a Transformation in American Politics?
 
Join the Department of Political Science from noon-1 p.m. Dec. 5 in Storm Hall 123 in an open-ended discussion on the significance of Zohran Mamdani's victory in New York City. Features professors Jonathan Graubart, Benjamin Gonzalez O'Brien and Emanuele Saccarelli.


 

 

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December Events

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*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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