2026 Clery Act Annual Report now available

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act, the 2026 Annual Security Report (ASR) is now available for viewing here. The ASR contains information related to policies on security and safety, emergency preparedness and evacuation procedures, crime and sexual assault prevention, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery crimes for Sacramento State from 2023-25. PDF or paper copies are available upon request by contacting clery@csus.edu.

2026 Annual Fire Safety Report now available

Pursuant to the Higher Education Opportunity Act, the 2026 Annual Fire Safety Report (AFSR) is now available for viewing here. The purpose of this report is to disclose statistics for fires that occurred within Sacramento State housing facilities from 2023-25, and to distribute fire safety policies and procedures intended to promote safety on Campus. A paper copy of the AFSR is available upon request by contacting University Housing Services at housing@csus.edu.

Know Before You Go: Tailgating rules for Hornet football game days

Tailgating is a proud Sac State tradition, but it’s important to celebrate responsibly. Alcohol and drug policies will be strictly enforced, and violations can result in loss of tailgating privileges, citations, arrest, or student conduct action. Tailgating may begin up to 4 hours before the game and must end 30 minutes prior to kickoff. Know the rules before you go, and keep tailgating fun, safe, and positive for everyone!

Design Sac State's next "I Voted" sticker

Calling all Hornet creatives! Design an original 2.5-inch "I Voted" sticker for the chance to have your artwork professionally printed and distributed during the November election. You'll have a chance to win noise-cancelling Beats earbuds and a Kodak digital camera! Open to all currently enrolled Sac State students. Submit your original design by Oct. 9, and show campus what Hornet pride and civic spirit look like. Learn more and submit your design!

Where do you stand on AI? Share your thoughts!

Whether or not you use AI, we want to hear from you! Take the CSU AI Survey between now and October 19 and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card or an iPad! Your answers will be anonymous and the survey will take less than 10 minutes to complete.

Invitation: Meet Sac State CARCs

The Cultural Academic Resource Centers (CARCs) invite you to connect, collaborate, and build community across campus. Join us Thursday, Oct. 1, from noon-1:30 p.m. in the University Union Cottonwood Suite (second floor). Meet CARC, share ideas, and explore opportunities to collaborate on programs and events. All student clubs and organizations are welcome! Food will be provided. Please RSVP through the registration form. Questions? Contact CARCs.

Medical School Prepratory Enhancement Program info session

Are you pre-med and looking to apply in a year or two? Consider applying to the 2027 Medical School Preparatory Enhancement Program (MSPEP). A hybrid information session is on Thursday, Sept. 24, from noon-12:50 p.m. in AIRC 3006. The session will cover the program, program requirements and application process, and answer your questions. Register for the MSPEP information session. For questions or to request reasonable accommodations, email prehealth@csus.edu.

Register for the Fall Poster Forum Info Session for undergrads

Current undergraduate students with a scholarly project, research or creative activity to showcase are invited to the virtual Fall Poster Forum Info Session on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 4-5 p.m. Learn about day-of expectations, important deadlines, poster printing and a networking opportunity. RSVP for the Fall Poster Forum Info Session by Monday, Oct. 5.

Are you planning to graduate fall 2026?

Application for Graduation is due Thursday, Oct. 1! Graduate students planning to graduate in fall 2026 must submit their Application for Graduation Form to the Office of Graduate Studies by Oct. 1. Access the Application for Graduation Form.

Advancement to Candidacy & Classification Application due Oct. 1

Students planning to advance in spring 2027 or summer 2027 (CCE programs only) must submit their Advancement to Candidacy Form to the Office of Graduate Studies by Oct. 1. Access the Advancement to Candidacy Form. Students must be Fully Classified prior to submission. If you were admitted as Conditionally Classified and have satisfied your conditions, then submit the Classification Application Form by Oct. 1. Access the Classification Application Form.

Register for the Fall Poster Forum Info Session for graduate students

If you are a graduate student who has a scholarly project, research, or creative activity to showcase, sign up to attend the virtual Fall Poster Forum Info Session on Wednesday, Oct. 7, from 4-5 p.m.! This session will go over day-of expectations, important deadlines leading up to the event, printing details for posters, and a networking opportunity. Please RSVP for the Fall Poster Forum Info Session by Monday, Oct. 5.

Visit the PARC for academic support

The Peer & Academic Resource Center (PARC) provides academic support to all Sac State students. Tutoring is available through drop-in and appointment-based options in person or via Zoom beginning Monday, Sept. 14. Through Supplemental Instruction (SI), students can earn one unit of credit while attending twice-a-week study sessions. SI helps students increase their grade in the course. PARC is in Library 4026. Visit the PARC website or contact PARC for more information.

Adobe Creative Cloud license upgraded to Pro Plus

The CSU boosted campus-wide licensing for Adobe Creative Cloud (Adobe CC) and Adobe Express to the Adobe Creative Cloud Pro Plus for Education plan offering you free access to over 20 professional creative apps and newly added AI generative tools you can tap into on a University-managed or personal device. There is nothing you need to do—simply access the tools as you always have or follow these Adobe CC access/setup instructions.

Improve your relationship skills & enjoy free pizza/snacks!

Relationship Lab is an interactive workshop building Relationship Intelligence—the skills that support meaningful, authentic, and fulfilling relationships. Through hands-on activities, you will explore self-awareness, values, and communication. “Know Yourself” focuses on understanding ourselves as the beginning foundation for relationship building. Thursday, Sept. 24, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m in the University Union Folsom Room (third floor). Sign up with Katelyn Shields.

Queer Joy Collective, a therapy group for LGBTQIA+ students!

Come as you are and join us for a weekly space created for LGBTQIA+ students to connect, reflect, laugh, and build community. We’ll explore the unique experiences and challenges of queer life, while celebrating queer joy, identity, creativity, love, and possibility.

• Contact: Katelyn Shields

• Date: Tuesdays, beginning September 22

• Time: 3-4:30 p.m.

• Location: Counseling Services at The WELL (second floor). Check in at the front desk.