Equity & Community Inclusion
Fall 2023 Calendar of Events
Get connected with the Division of Equity & Community Inclusion at San Francisco State University, where belonging, compassion, consciousness, and mattering are our community values. We invite you to our spaces, programs, and services intended to build community, create dialogue, improve campus climate, and explore the shared and unique experiences, stories, viewpoint, and heritages of our diverse student, staff, and faculty community.
Information, accommodations, and public disclaimer:
In Fall 2023, our events will be delivered on the Zoom platform and in person in various campus locations. Our offices and centers will be open Monday – Friday during university business hours. Visit https://equity.sfsu.edu/home for more information.
For additional information, or to request accommodations for an event you plan to attend, please contact the Division of Equity & Community Inclusion, email a staff person or center affiliated with the program you’d like to attend. Due to the nature of public programming, please note that on rare occasions event content, locations/zoom links, or dates/times are subject to change. Please contact us at the information listed above, or follow us on our website https://equity.sfsu.edu/home, Instagram, or Twitter -- @sfsuDECI.
Staff Contacts and Locations
Division of Equity & Community Inclusion
- Student Services Building, Suite 403; equity@sfsu.edu
- Dr. Frederick Smith, Associate Vice President; fredericksmith@sfsu.edu
- Briana Williams, Administrative Analyst; brianamwilliams@sfsu.edu
- Social Media: @sfsuDECI
Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services
- Village C, Suite 141; (415) 405-4441; aspire@sfsu.edu
- Jeremy Khuth, Director; jkhuth@sfsu.edu
- Shannon Deloso, Student Success Coordinator; sdeloso@sfsu.edu
- Social Media: @AAPIsfsu; Twitter - @aapisfsu; Facebook – SFSU AA&PI Student Services
Black Unity Center
- Village C, Suite 142; (415) 405-4442; blackunitycenter@sfsu.edu
- Bucket Manyweather, Interim Director; bucketmanyweather@sfsu.edu
- Dalyce Brown, Outreach & Recruitment Coordinator; dalycebrown@sfsu.edu
- Social Media: IG - @BlackUnityCenterSFSU; Twitter - @BUCSFSU; Facebook – Black Unity Center
Latinx Student Center
- Village C, Suite 140
- Emmanuel Padilla, Director; emmanuelpadilla@sfsu.edu
- Social Media: IG - @sfsu.latinx.sc
Office of Diversity, Student Equity & Interfaith Programs
- Student Services Building, Suite 206; (415) 338-7272; christianlozano@sfsu.edu
- Christian Lozano Cuellar, Director
- Social Media: IG - @sfsuDiversity
Dream Resource Center
- Student Services Building, Suite 206; (415) 338-2032; drc@sfsu.edu
- Griselda Madrigal Lara, Coordinator; gmadrigallara@sfsu.edu
- Social Media (all): @sfsuDRC
Interfaith Programs Team
- Student Services Building, Suite 206; (415) 338-7272
- Coordinator, Jewish Student Life and Interfaith Programs: Danille Hoffer; dhoffer@sfsu.edu
- Coordinator, Muslim Student Life and Interfaith Programs: TBD
LGBTQ+ Student Life
- Student Services Building, Suite 206; (415) 338-7272
- Coordinator, TBD
Student Retention and Success Initiatives
- Student Services Building, Suite 206; (415) 338-7272
- Jimmie Wilder, Associate Director, jwilder@sfsu.edu
AUGUST 2023
Black Student Orientation – Community Welcome and Luncheon
Date: Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Time: 10 am - 2 pm PST
Event Location: Seven Hills Conference Center, adjacent to City Eats and Mary Ward & Mary Park Halls RSVP at: bit.ly/BUCorientation23
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partners: First Year Experience, Greek Life, Campus Safety, Black Student Union, Africana Studies, International Programs, Career Services
Event Description: Join us to meet SFSU faculty, staff, and students! Learn about SFSU resources and get support for a successful college journey. Enjoy lunch and make new connections.
Find Your People – Affinity-Based / Multicultural Fair
Date: Friday, August 18, 2023
Time: 12 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: Malcolm X Plaza, The Quad, and Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Equity & Community Inclusion
Event Description: Find your people and celebrate the multiple identities and affinity groups at SF State! Get connected to the students and staff involved with the Equity & Community Inclusion Centers (Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services, Black Unity Center, Dream Resource Center, Jewish Student Life, Latinx Student Center, LGBTQ+ Student Life, Muslim Student Life, Retention & Success Initiatives), meet identity-based clubs & organizations, and enjoy food, music, entertainment, and more.
Black Grads Gathering
Date: Friday, August 18, 2023
Time: 4 – 6 pm PST
Event Information: University Club, 2nd floor, Cesar Chavez Union RSVP at: bit.ly/BGGf23
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partner: Graduate Studies
Event Description: Are you a graduate student at SF State? Join the Black Unity Center staff to meet other Black scholars, administrators, and professionals at SFSU. Learn about resources that can aid graduates and professionals in their studies and degree completion. You will be joining a network of scholars of African descent who, by offering a safe space for dialogue, networking, will be provided opportunities to develop both socially and academically.
Black Unity Mixer
Date: Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm PST
Event Location: Black Unity Center, Village C, Room 142
RSVP: bit.ly/BUCmixerf23
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Event Description: Join Black Unity Center staff and your peers to mix and mingle. This mixer is open to all students, staff, and faculty.
Interfaith Ice Cream Social
Date: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Time: 12 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: The Quad (in front of Cesar Chavez)
DECI Area: Interfaith Programs
Event Description: Join the Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs and SF Hillel to kick off Fall 2023 interfaith programming! You can find us hanging out in the middle of the Quad, eating ice cream, and getting to know you all. Whether you want to meet Gators of Faith, learn more about Office of Diversity or SF Hillel programming, or just eat ice cream, come join us!
Community Partner: SF Hillel
SEPTEMBER 2023
Division of Equity and Community Inclusion (DECI) Open House
Date: Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Time: 11:00AM – 2:00PM PST
Event Location: Breezeway between Village C and Student Services Building (SSB)
DECI Area: Asian American & Pacific Islander Students Services (AA&PI Student Services), Black Unity Center (BUC), Latinx Student Center, Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs
Event Description: Join the team from the Division of Equity and Community Inclusion (DECI) as we welcome students back to campus! DECI is under Student Admission and Enrollment Management. The division supports various student life areas including: Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services (AA&PI Student Services), Black Unity Center (BUC), Latinx Student Center, and the Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs (student life areas include AB 540/Dream Resource Center, Interfaith Programs, LGBTQ+ Student Life)! We encourage students to stop by meet the staff, learn more about the various resources we provide, and free lunch, while supplies last.
REACH: Community Study Circles Start
Date: Tuesday, September 6, 2023 - Friday, December 2, 2023 (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays)
Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm PST
Event Location: Ethnic Studies & Psychology Building, Room 100
DECI Area: Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: If you need a space to study, meet with your classmates, or even take your online zoom class stop by the REACH Study Circles. It is an open space staffed by REACH Peer Mentors for all students to receive one-on-one support for their classes, study, collaborate, and build community with one another.
QTPOC Tea- Community Discussion on Black Queer Identity
Date: Thursday, September 7, 2023
Time: 3 – 4 pm PST
Event Location: Email bucketmanyweather@sfsu.edu to attend.
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Event Description: An informal gathering for Black queer students to come together and chat about their experiences and build community.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, September 12, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Men of Color Success Gathering & Mixer
Date: Wednesday, September 13, 2023
Time: 3 – 4:15 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Equity & Community Inclusion
Event Description: Join us for workshops and mentoring spaces exploring issues men of color face in their pursuit of academic and social success at SF State. Today’s workshop focus – meeting, greeting, eating, and networking with men of color students, staff, faculty, and resources on campus. We want you here. We want you to succeed. We want you to graduate.
Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Kick-Off
Date: Thursday, September 14, 2023
Time: 12 – 2:30 PM
Event Location: Malcolm X Plaza
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: Danzantes Xitlali will kick-off the start of Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration. Event will include different campus resources tabling and activities to start the month. Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month takes place from September 15th – October 15th.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Financial Aid Treasure Chest: Keep it a BUC(K)
Date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023
Time: 2 - 3:30 pm PST
Event Information: Email jimmiewilder@sfsu.edu for more information
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partner: Financial Aid
Event Description: Schedule an appointment with Jimmie Wilder to get a closer and better understanding of Financial Aid practices.
Arts & Crafts Listening Party
Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Time: 12 - 1:30 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Office of Diversity, Student Equity & Interfaith Programs
Event Description: The Monthly Arts and Crafts Wellness Events at the Office of Diversity, Student Equity, and Interfaith Programs strives to create an artistic space for students to destress, build community, and learn more about the programs and resources the office has to offer. Join us for crafting activities as we listen and sing along to music. Light snacks will be provided.
AA&PI Student Mixer
Date: Wednesday September 20, 2023
Time: 12:30 - 2 pm PST
Event Location: Library, Room 121
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: Welcome Back to SFSU! We welcome all of campus to join us as we share about our programs, hear from various student organizations and campus resources, and meet other students to share what we are most excited about this semester.
RSVP link: https://forms.gle/3Y8mCBtoftMEJY7N6
Loteria Night
Date: Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm PST
Event Location: Latinx Student Center, Village C Room 140
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: During the first Wednesday in our Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Series, come play Loteria and drink hot chocolate! Prizes will be awarded to the winner.
Men of Color Success Gathering & Mixer
Date: Thursday, September 21, 2023
Time: 3 – 4:15 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Equity & Community Inclusion
Event Description: Join us for workshops and mentoring spaces exploring issues men of color face in their pursuit of academic and social success at SF State. Today’s workshop focus – meeting, greeting, eating, and networking with men of color students, staff, faculty, and resources on campus. We want you here. We want you to succeed. We want you to graduate.
Dream Resource Center Ice Cream Social
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 12 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Suite 206
DECI Area: Dream Resource Center
Event Description: Join us at the Dream Resource Center Ice Cream Social, where you can meet the coordinator, allies, and fellow students on their higher education journey. Enjoy ice cream while accessing valuable resources and even dropping in for legal consultations, creating a supportive and empowering atmosphere for all attendees.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Financial Aid Treasure Chest: Keep it a BUC(K)
Date: Tuesday, September 26, 2023
Time: 2 - 3:30 pm PST
Event Information: http://bit.ly/3P63pxf
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partner: Financial Aid
Event Description: Schedule an appointment with Jimmie Wilder to get a closer and better understanding of Financial Aid practices.
Gators Volunteer with Hands on Bay Area
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Time: 2 – 5 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 206
RSVP: https://bit.ly/GatorsVolunteerSept2023
DECI Area: Interfaith Programs
Event Description: An opportunity for Gators of Faith to come together to do Projects in a Box, an initiative of Hands On Bay Area. Projects in a Box enables groups of all sizes to volunteer wherever they are by sending craft projects (e.g. decorating newborn onesies) and then distributing the finished products to people in need. Student in need of volunteer hours can fulfill their requirements here! Food will be served.
Yoga Night Healing with Laughs and Music
Date: Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm PST
Event Location: Latinx Student Center, Village C Room 140 Location set to change
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: Sometimes, we need to heal and be heard! Join us as we practice Yoga, hear our favorite music, and tell stories to help with our daily healing.
Professor Chat with Professor Lauren Sneed
Date: Thursday, September 28, 2023
Time: 3 – 4 pm PST
Event Location: Black Unity Center, Village C, Room 142
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partners: Department of Counseling
Event Description: Drop in to chat with Dr. Lauren Sneed, faculty, Department of Counseling, and a SFSU alumni, about her scholarly, professional and work interests!
OCTOBER 2023
Undocumented Student Month of Action Kickoff
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023
Time: 11 am – 3 pm PST
Event Location: Malcolm X Plaza/Quad
DECI Area: Dream Resource Center
Event Description: Celebrate the commencement of Undocumented Student Month of Action at the vibrant Malcolm X Plaza! Join I.D.E.A.S. and the Dream Resource Center for a day filled with music by DJ Sizzle, mural painting, and engaging arts & crafts activities, as we come together to show support and solidarity for undocumented students.
Financial Aid Money Monday
Date: Monday, October 2, 2023
Time: 12 - 1 pm PST
Event Information: Jack Adams Hall, 4th Floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partners: Financial Aid
Event Description: A financial aid brunch and presentation about scholarships and FAFSA.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Pizza in the Hut
Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Time: 12 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: The Quad (outside Cesar Chavez Student Center)
DECI Area: Jewish Student Life
Event Description: Join the Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs and SF Hillel for a campus sukkah, food, and fun arts and crafts to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Sukkot! Sukkot is an eight-day holiday in which Jews set up special booths (sukkot) in remembrance of the temporary dwellings they used in their Biblical wanderings.
Community Partner: SF Hillel
Art Therapy and SFMoma (Museum of Modern Art)
Dates: Art Therapy on Tuesday, October 3, 2023. SF Moma on Thursday, October 5, 2023
Time: TBA
Event Location: Art Therapy @ Village C, room 141. SFMoma meet up location TBA
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: Art can be a form of healing, self-awareness, and a way to move past limiting beliefs. Art is a form of expression and an outlet for others to experience our own realities. We will be exploring the connection between art, neurodivergence, and mental health, and art therapy as a form of self- healing and storytelling. We will have an Art Therapist professional facilitate this session.
On the following Thursday, we will also be visiting SFMoma as a community (more details to follow) on the meeting location. RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/3Y8mCBtoftMEJY7N6
Financial Aid Treasure Chest: Keep it a BUC(K)
Date: Tuesday, October 3, 2023
Time: 2 -3:30 pm PST
Event Information: http://bit.ly/3P63pxf
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partner: Financial Aid
Event Description: Schedule an appointment with Jimmie Wilder to get a closer and better understanding of Financial Aid practices.
Pizza in the Hut
Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 12 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: The Quad (outside Cesar Chavez)
DECI Area: Jewish Student Life
Event Description: Join the Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs and SF Hillel for a campus sukkah, food, and fun arts and crafts to celebrate the Jewish holiday of Sukkot! Sukkot is an eight-day holiday in which Jews set up special booths (sukkot) in remembrance of the temporary dwellings they used in their Biblical wanderings.
Working Out with Community (Blacktive)
Date: Wednesdays in October: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
Time: 12 – 1 pm PST
Event Information: Mashouf Wellness Center
Event Description: In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, an activity campaign about wellness and the importance of support. Having designated activities that students can do together (kickball, dodgeball, Volleyball, Rock climbing)
Karaoke Night!
Date: Wednesday, October 4, 2023
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm PST
Event Location: Latinx Student Center, Village C Room 140 Location set to change
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: Sing your favorite songs and let your hair down for our third event in our weekly Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Series.
Black Unity Discussion Series
Date: Thursday, October 5, 2023
Time: 1 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: Black Unity Center, Village C, Room 142
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partners: Health Promotion and Wellness
Event Description: The Black Unity Center invites students to a discussion to address the current challenges and events impacting our communities. Please join us to connect with Kenya Sullivan, CARES Well-Being Case Manager, Life Coach, and Consultant.
You Matter.
We Matter.
Ubuntu!
Cafecito, Connections, y Chisme: JuanGa Listening and Unpacking
Date: Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Time: 4 – 5 pm PST
Event Location: Latinx Student Center, Village C, Room 140
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: Juan Gabriel transcended various genres of music and wrote most, if not all, of his songs. Come listen to tracks that students have selected and allow for us to discuss what we think was going on during the songs. Note: Juan Gabriel will not be in attendance
Beyond Graduation: A Conversation with Yosimar Reyes, SFSU Alumni
Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Time: 11:30 am – 1 pm PST
Event Location: University Club, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Dream Resource Center
Event Description: Don't miss the opportunity to engage in an inspiring conversation with Yosimar Reyes, a distinguished SFSU alumni, celebrated poet, and renowned public speaker. Join us for an enriching and thought-provoking event as Yosimar shares his journey and insights with the audience.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, October 10, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Arts & Crafts Listening Party
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Time: 12 - 1:30 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Office of Diversity, Student Equity & Interfaith Programs
Event Description: The Monthly Arts and Crafts Wellness Events at the Office of Diversity, Student Equity, and Interfaith Programs strives to create an artistic space for students to destress, build community, and learn more about the programs and resources the office has to offer. Join us for crafting activities as we listen and sing along to music. Light snacks will be provided.
National Coming Out Day: An Evening with Julio Salgado
Date: Wednesday, October 11, 2023
Time: 5 – 6:30 PST - TBD
Event Location: TBD
DECI Area: Office of Diversity, Student Equity & Interfaith Programs
Event Description: Pending
Campus Partener: Student Engagement & Transitions - New Student & Family Programs, AB 540/Dream Resource Center, SafeZone
Working Out with Community (Blacktive)
Date: Wednesdays in October: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
Time: 12 – 1 pm PST
Event Information: Mashouf Wellness Center
Event Description: In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, an activity campaign about wellness and the importance of support. Having designated activities that students can do together (kickball, dodgeball, Volleyball, Rock climbing)
Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Open Mic and Closing!
Date: Thursday, October 12th
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm PST
Event Location: Latinx Student Center, Village C Room 140 Location set to change
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: Come to our Open Mic as we remind ourselves of our identity while embracing one another.
An Evening with jessica Care moore
Date: Friday, October 13, 2023
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm PST (Time TBD)
Event Location: Jack Adams Hall, 3rd floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center (TBD) (TBD)
DECI Area: Equity & Community Inclusion
Campus Partners: Student Affairs & Enrollment Management, SFSU Foundation Board, Africana Studies, Creative Writing
Event Description: Join us for an evening of poetry and spoken word with internationally renowned poet, playwright, performance artist, and producer jessica Care moore, whose work explores social justice, Black women, AIDS awareness, hip hop, and more. Learn more about jessica Care moore at https://jessicacaremoore.com/.
Building Bridges University Edition Informational
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Time: 12 – 1 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 206
DECI Area: Interfaith Programs
Event Description: Interested in learning about other faiths through dialogue? Check out our informational session for the pilot of Building Bridges University Edition! The Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs is working with Building Bridges Together, a Bay Area non-profit devoted to facilitating dialogue between Jews, Christians, and Muslims, to create an interfaith dialogue module for Spring 2023. The informational session will include more information, a chance to meet Building Bridges founders, and a light lunch. Can’t come but still interested? Email Danille Hoffer at dhoffer@sfsu.edu with any questions or to express interest.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, October 17, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
AANAPISI Scholarship Workshops
Date: Tuesday October 17, 2023
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pm PST
Event Location: Ethnic Studies & Psychology Building, Room 100
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: In this workshop, we will share details about on campus scholarships and the AANAPISI (Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution) Scholarship. During this time, we will teach you to navigate through scholarship websites and also help you to start working on your AANAPISI application in person!
RSVP link: https://forms.gle/3Y8mCBtoftMEJY7N6
Working Out with Community (Blacktive)
Date: Wednesdays in October: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
Time: 12 – 1 pm PST
Event Information: Mashouf Wellness Center
Event Description: In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, an activity campaign about wellness and the importance of support. Having designated activities that students can do together (kickball, dodgeball, Volleyball, Rock climbing)
Celebrating and Empowering Immigrant Voices through Open Mic Night with Deyci Carrillo
Date: Thursday, October 19, 2023
Time: 6 – 8 pm PST
Event Location: The Depot, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Dream Resource Center
Event Description: Unleash your creative expression and celebrate the beauty of words! Embrace the opportunity to participate in a poetry workshop and open mic, led by the talented published poet, Deyci Carrillo. Come share your voice and be inspired by the magic of poetry in a welcoming and encouraging atmosphere.
Campus Partners: Associated Students- Legal Resource Center
Understanding Jewish Identity & Antisemitism
Date: Friday, October 20, 2023
Time: 11 am – 2 pm PST
Event Location: University Club, 2nd floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center
RSVP: https://bit.ly/JewishIdentityFall2023
DECI Area: Jewish Student Life
Event Description: Join the Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs for a presentation in which staff and faculty will have the opportunity to learn about Jewish identity, antisemitism, and the issues impacting Jewish students at SFSU today. The presentation will include lunch, time for a discussion of the presentation’s content, and campus resources for responding to antisemitism.
Discover SFSU
Date: Saturday, October 21, 2023
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Event Location: Malcolm X Plaza
DECI Area: All DECI Offices
Event Description: San Francisco State University invites future students and families to our open house to get a sneak peek of all that we have to offer. Join us to learn how to become part of the Gator family!
Come Discover Your Future at SF State! | Future Students (sfsu.edu)
RSVP Link: Discover SF State (sfsu.edu)
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Men of Color Success – Check-in, Social, and Writing Personal Statements
Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Time: 3 – 4 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Equity & Community Inclusion
Event Description: Join us for workshops and mentoring spaces exploring issues men of color face in their pursuit of academic and social success at SF State. Today’s workshop focus – we'll check in to see how you’re doing and we’ll focus on writing personal statements for scholarship and grad school applications. We want you here. We want you to succeed. We want you to graduate.
Shared Values Among Faiths with the Islamic Network Group (ING)
Date: Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Time: 5 – 7 pm PST
Event Location: University Club, 2nd floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Interfaith Programs
RSVP: https://bit.ly/INGFall2023
Event Description: Religions and cultures differ, but all the major world religions share key values. In this panel discussion, representatives of the major world religions offer a brief overview of their beliefs and practices and discuss the human and ethical values they share with one another. Through this discussion they will demonstrate that, despite profound differences in beliefs and practices, all their traditions promote common values that are critically important today.
Community Partner: Islamic Network Group (ING)
Unlock Financial Potential: Exploring Pathways to Income Generation for Undocumented Students
Date: Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Time: 11:30 am – 2 pm PST
Event Location: University Club, 2nd floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Dream Resource Center
Event Description: Join us for an empowering event dedicated to providing valuable insights and resources to support undocumented students in their pursuit of financial stability. Discover various pathways and opportunities available to unlock your financial potential, paving the way for a brighter and more secure future.
Financial Literacy with Food + Shelter + Success
Date: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023
Time: 12:30 - 1:30PM
Event Location: TBA
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: Stressed about money, finances, housing, meals, tuition, textbooks, or all of the above? Come through to share your worries as we break down the resources available to you as a student. We will also discuss some side hustles that can help you earn some extra money while in school.
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/3Y8mCBtoftMEJY7N6
Working Out with Community (Blacktive)
Date: Wednesdays in October: 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25
Time: 12 – 1 pm PST
Event Information: Mashouf Wellness Center
Event Description: In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, an activity campaign about wellness and the importance of support. Having designated activities that students can do together (kickball, dodgeball, Volleyball, Rock climbing)
Halloween at the BUC
Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Time: All Day
Event Location: Black Unity Center, Village C, Room 142
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Event Description: Flaunt your costume and be in community! Visit the BUC to trick or treat and stay for showings of horror films by Black Directors.
10 A.M. Haunted Mansion (Directed by Justin Simien, 2023, 122 minutes).
12:30 P.M. They Cloned Tyrelle (Directed by Juel Taylor ,2023, 122minutes).
2:30 P.M. The Blackening (Directed by Tim Story, 2022, 97 minutes).
4:00 P.M. The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster (Directed by Bomani J. Story, 2023, 91 minutes)
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, October 31, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
NOVEMBER 2023
Drop-in Advising with DECI and Undergraduate Advising
Date: TBA
Time: TBA
Event Location: All DECI Offices
DECI Area: All DECI Area
Event Description: Need help with choosing courses and making sure you’re on track to graduate? The Division of Equity & Community Inclusion have partnered with Academic Advising to provide drop in and scheduled advising in our offices.
Arts & Crafts Listening Party
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Time: 12 - 1:30 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Office of Diversity, Student Equity & Interfaith Programs
Event Description: The Monthly Arts and Crafts Wellness Events at the Office of Diversity, Student Equity, and Interfaith Programs strives to create an artistic space for students to destress, build community, and learn more about the programs and resources the office has to offer. Join us for crafting activities as we listen and sing along to music. Light snacks will be provided.
Dia de los Muertos
Date: Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Time: 5 – 6:30 pm PST
Event Location: Latinx Student Center, Village C Room 140
DECI Area: Latinx Student Center
Event Description: Come decorate an altar and remember the loved ones we have lost. Join us as we have food, hot chocolate, music, and stories to celebrate our lost ones.
Black Deaf Project
Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023
Time: 3 – 4 pm PST
Event Information: Virtual Program. RSVP at bit.ly/BlackDeafProjectSFSU
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Campus Partner: Disability Programs and Resource Center
Event Description: Join Dr. Lissa Ramirez-Stapleton, Ph.D. (she/her), an educator, author, and founder of The Black Deaf Project, to learn about her journey through her research, which focuses on equity and access, identity development, and the educational history of Deaf students with a commitment to Black Deaf communities.
Undocu-Ally Training
Date: Friday, November 3, 2023
Time: 11 am – 2 pm PST
Event Location: University Club, 2nd floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Dream Resource Center
Event Description: Don't miss the chance to make a difference! RSVP now for the Undocu-Ally training, where you'll gain essential knowledge about immigration updates, policies, and learn how to become a strong advocate and ally for undocumented students at San Francisco State University. Secure your spot and join us in creating a more inclusive and supportive campus community. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/Undocu-AllyNovember3
Community Partner: Immigrant Legal Defense
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Men of Color Success – Semester Winding Down & Check-In
Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Time: 3 – 4 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building, Room 206
DECI Area: Equity & Community Inclusion
Event Description: Join us for workshops and mentoring spaces exploring issues men of color face in their pursuit of academic and social success at SF State. Today’s workshop focus – we'll check in to see how you’re doing and what you need to make it through the remainder of the semester at SF State. We want you here. We want you to succeed. We want you to graduate.
UNLOCKING CORE MEMORIES AS AA&PI: THE ART OF STORYTELLING
Date: Wednesday, November 8, 2023
Time: 2 - 3 pm PST
Event Location: Village C, Room 141 (Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services)
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: What are the memories we keep? How does it shape our own lived experiences? This workshop is an interactive art lesson where we will share our own lived experiences and how it has shaped our experiences as Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. We will be creating key chains and ornaments as a way to keep sake; all supplies will be provided.
RSVP Link: https://forms.gle/3Y8mCBtoftMEJY7N6
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
Project Connect Workshop: Choosing Your Major, Balancing Family Expectations & Your Interests and Wants
Date: Tuesday, November 14, 2023
Time: 10 am – 2 pm PST
Event Location: Jack Adams Hall, 3rd floor, Cesar Chavez Student Center
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: Finding it hard to choose a major that's right for you? Are you also feeling the pressure of family’s expectation on career choice? In this workshop, we hope to shine light on the reality of the college experience and find tangible ways we can choose a major that works for you. We will also be discussing ways we can navigate family expectations and support systems at SF State that can help you through this journey.
LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group
Date: Tuesday, November 28, 2023
Time: 12 – 12:50 pm PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 401
DECI Area: LGBTQ+ Student Life
Event Description: Within our LGBTQ+ and Questioning Support Group, students explore a range of issues related to gender identity, transitioning, coming out, finding community on campus, and many more. The group is an open support group and students can drop-in or come as often as they like. The purpose of this group is: For mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+., To have a safe space to talk about things that come up in relation to students’ identities as LGBTQ+., For participants to feel a sense of community on campus., To share experiences and get feedback.
Campus Partner: Counseling and Psychological Support Services (CAPS)
DECEMBER 2023
De-stress at the BUC
Date: Friday, December 1, 2023
Time: All Day
Event Location: Black Unity Center
DECI Area: Black Unity Center
Event Description: Finals week can be stressful. Retreat to the Black Unity Center for snacks, movies, care packages, and an overall chill environment.
Extended Hours
Date: Tuesday, December 4 – Thursday, December 7, 2023
Time: 5:00PM – 8:00PM PST
Event Location: Student Services Building (SSB), Room 206
DECI Area: Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs
Event Description: Look for a place to study? We’ve got you covered! The Office of Diversity, Student Equity and Interfaith Programs will have extended hours for anyone looking to study either alone or in groups. We will provide free printing, snacks, and whiteboards.
DIY Gift: Screen Printing Workshop
Date: December 4 - December 8, 2023
Time: 12 – 2 pm PST
Event Location: Village C, room 141 (Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services)
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: Take some time to de-stress from finals and learn how to screen print. During this time, we will provide the materials and community to design and create your very own posters and bags. Keep it for yourself or gift it to a loved one, either way we would love to be in community with you!
RSVP: https://forms.gle/3Y8mCBtoftMEJY7N6
Wellness Week & Fueling for Finals with AA&PI Student Services
Date: Monday, December 4, 2023 - December 8, 2023
Fueling for Finals Monday December 11, 2023 Thursday, December 14, 2023
Time: 10 am – 3 pm PST
Event Location: Village C, Room 141 (Asian American & Pacific Islander Student Services)
DECI Area: Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Services
Event Description: Let’s take the time to embody collective care by gearing up for finals week. During this time, we welcome you to our office for our care station, art sessions, and to learn tangible skills to be grounded for your finals.
We will be offering a variety of food to help you fuel for finals, be sure to follow us on social media and visit us at Village C, Room 141 for some yummy snacks and food!
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