Hornet Weekly Archive - Date: September 29, 2026
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News and Announcements
Builders' Hour—Find your people, build your business
Got an idea you’ve been sitting on? Build it with us at the Builder Hour! Meet other student entrepreneurs and work on your business, website, project or even an idea you don’t know what to do with yet. Join us on Wednesdays from 5-6 p.m. at the Carlsen Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Coffee and snacks will be provided.
Constructing a Poster Workshop (UGRD)
If you are a current undergraduate student who wants to learn how to create an engaging academic poster, sign up for the Constructing a Poster Workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 4-5 p.m. in University Library 2024. This is a great skill to learn for future classes, conferences, careers, and the upcoming Fall Poster Forum. Seats are limited, so make sure to RSVP for the undergrad Constructing a Poster Workshop by Oct. 7.
Intramurals Pickleball Tournament: Registration deadline
Serve, rally and compete in The WELL’s Intramural Pickleball Tournaments! Join us for the Singles Tournament, with registration due by noon on Thursday, Oct. 1, or team up for the Doubles Tournament on Friday, Oct. 9 at 5 p.m. Doubles registration closes on Thursday, Oct. 8, at noon. Register through Fusion Play. Questions? Call 916-278-9355, visit thewellatsacstate.com or email the Intramurals team.
📰 Keep up with the latest news at Sac State
- The State Hornet - Sac State's student-run news site.
- Sac State on IG - See what's happening as it happens.
- Sac State News and Communications - University highlights and features.
Events
📅 Looking for more stuff to do when you're not in class?
- Visit events.csus.edu for the most up-to-date Sac State event information.
- Keep up with Sac State Athletics and purchase tickets for Hornet sports.
- Hungry? Check out the Campus Eateries to grab a bite to eat or a drink.
Grad Corner
Grad Corner is a dedicated section for news, announcements, events and resources just for students currently enrolled in graduate and credential programs. However, there is plenty of other content in the newsletter that applies to you, so take a look!
Graduating in fall 2026? Application for Graduation is due 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.
Ways to connect with the Office of Graduate Studies
Please access our Contact Us page for ways to connect with us. Our office is located in River Front Center 215 and we are open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. for in-person and phone conversations, and our virtual hours on Zoom are from 5-6 p.m. Monday-Friday.
Constructing a Poster Workshop (GRD)
If you are a current graduate student who wants to learn how to create an engaging academic poster, sign up for the Constructing a Poster Workshop on Wednesday, Oct. 14 from 4-5 p.m. in University Library 2024. This is a great skill to learn for future classes, conferences, careers, and the upcoming Fall Poster Forum. Seats are limited, so make sure to RSVP for the graduate Constructing a Poster Workshop by Oct. 7.
Grad Corner Events
🎓 Link up with OGS and learn more
- OGS Important Announcements & Reminders
- Graduate Programs & Deadlines
- Grad Studies Forms & Manuals
- Grad Studies on Instagram
Know Your Resources
Fall 2026 Job & Internship Fair: Prepare, Connect & Explore
The Fall 2026 Job & Internship Fair is next week! It runs from 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m on Monday, Oct. 5, and Tuesday, Oct. 6. It is open to students and alumni of all majors and class levels seeking jobs and internships. Need help preparing? Watch Career Fair Essentials and Resume Development. Also, schedule an appointment with a Career Counselor. Learn more and pre-register for the fair (walk-ins also welcome). For accommodations, email careercenter@csus.edu at least five business days prior.
Bookmark our Know Your Resources archive to see all the useful tools and services we've featured in the past.
🌳 More resources to help you succeed
- Access the University Library online.
- For technical help, visit Information Resources & Technology.
- Campus Map - Find your way around or discover your new favorite hangout spot.
- Academic Advising - Learn about graduation requirements and more.
- Academic Calendars - Stay up-to-date on campus closures, holidays, and more.
- Associated Students Inc. - The recognized voice of Sac State students.
- Scholarships - Apply for assistance paying for school.
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