Fri, Aug 23, 2024

8 AM – 9 PM PDT (GMT-7)

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Library

Otter Student Union, Room 305 3118 Inter-Garrison Road, Seaside, CA 93955, United States

Registration

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The annual New Student Convocation is required to attend for all incoming first-year and transfer students. This exciting event marks the beginning of your college experience. Signing up for this event will secure your registration for all activities throughout the day.

8am: Check-in outside of the Library and get your exclusive CSUMB t-shirt. Light breakfast provided!
9am: College Mixers (various locations near Library depending on your major)
9:45am: Party on Divarty
10:30am: Convocation Ceremony
11:30am: Playfair
12:30pm: Convocation Cookout

Agenda

Past Events

Fri, Aug 23, 2024
8:45 AM – 9:45 AM
Various Locations on Main Campus
College Mixers

Every major on campus is a part of one of our 5 colleges at CSUMB. Come meet your dean, faculty, and fellow students within your college. You will have the opportunity to network, learn more about events, services and traditions your college hosts, and we’ll play games to raffle off prizes.

  • Student RSVP
  • Faculty/Staff RSVP
Fri, Aug 23, 2024
9:45 AM – 10:15 AM
Private Location (sign in to display)
Spirit Walk

Directly following the college mixers, we ask all new students to walk together across Divarty Street to the CSUMB stadium. The Wave shuttle will be available at the bus stop across from the Library to take students to the stadium.

Fri, Aug 23, 2024
10:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Private Location (sign in to display)
New Student Convocation

The annual New Student Convocation is required to attend for all incoming first-year and transfer students. This exciting event marks the beginning of your college experience. It is a time to connect with fellow students, learn about the university's history and traditions, receive your Convocation Pin, and hear inspiring speeches from the President, Provost, and student leaders!

Fri, Aug 23, 2024
11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Private Location (sign in to display)
Playfair

It's entertainment! It's fun! It’s the perfect way to make new campus friendships! Playfair is a team-building experience that you will not want to miss.

Fri, Aug 23, 2024
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Private Location (sign in to display)
Convocation Cookout

Celebrate picnic style and enjoy yummy food with new friends! This event is only open to NEW students.