DISCOVER CSUSM

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2019 | 9AM - 2PM

Use this grid to plan out your day! Circle the sessions and academic lectures you want to attend and use the blank spaces to write in other activities (lunch, student expo, housing tour, etc.) Session descriptions, open houses, tours, and expo info can be found inside.

Location Session 1: 9 – 10 am

Session 2:10 – 11 am

Session 3:11 am – 12 pm

Session 4:12 – 1 pm

Session 5:1 – 2 pm

Academic Hall 102

Transfer Student Next Steps

Transfer Student Panel

Transfer Academic Success

Arts 220 Succeeding in College as a DREAMer

Succeeding in College as a DREAMer

Succeeding in College as a DREAMer

Arts 240 Financial Aid Myth Busting

Financial Aid Myth Busting

First Year Student Next Steps

First Year Student Next Steps

Markstein Hall 125

Student Success in the College of Business

Social & Behavioral Science Building 1102

Engineering at CSUSM

Engineering at CSUSM

Engineering at CSUSM

Support Panel

Social & Behavioral Science Building 1103

America’s Treasures: Managing the U.S Park System

Trade Wars, Global Warming, Happiness: Insights from Economists

Topics from Introduction to Psychology

Student Experience Panel

Social & Behavioral Science Building 1105

Study Abroad: Global Education

Study Abroad: Global Education

Study Abroad: Global Education

Study Abroad: Global Education

WUE Meet & Greet

University Hall 100

Pathways to Academic

How to Enroll in the Right

Success & Opportunities PASO

Courses Using Degree Planner

University Student Union 2301

Transfer Student Welcome Reception

Session DescriptionsSessions are listed in alphabetical order

AMERICA'S TREASURES: Managing the U.S. Park System(Geography Lecture)[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1103 ] 10:00AM-11:00AMThe U.S. National Park System includes over 84 million acres of land and the National Park Service is responsible for managing this system of parks, battlefields, monuments, memorials, sea shores, and additional lands set aside as America's cultural, historical, scientific, and natural heritage. How do they do it?

ENGINEERING AT CSUSM - LIGHTNING, TRANSISTORS AND PYTHON, OH MY![ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1102 ] 10:00AM-11:00AM & 12:00PM-1:00PMInterested in innovation and creativity? Engineering is the major for you! Learn more about the new Software and Electrical Engineering majors at CSUSM. Discussions will include an overview and reparation for careers in Software Engineering and Electrical Engineering.

ENGINEERING AT CSUSM - Q&A[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1102 ] 11:00AM-12:00PM

Have questions about Engineering at CSUSM? Join us for a Q&A session!

FINANCIAL AID MYTH BUSTING[ Arts 240 ] 9:00AM-10:00AM & 10:00AM-11:00AMJoin the Financial Aid Office for a review of types of financial aid, important deadlines, and Q&A.

FIRST YEAR STUDENT NEXT STEPS[ Arts 240 ] 11:00AM-12:00PM & 1:00PM-2:00PMA focus on the Multiple Measures and General Education placement in English and math for incoming freshmen. Hear from Orientation on important dates and deadlines for your transition to CSUSM.

HOW TO ENROLL IN THE RIGHT COURSES USING DEGREE PLANNER[ University Hall 100 ] 11:00AM-12:00PMTaking a course you don’t need can be costly. Come learn how our online degree planning tools help you take the classes you need and stay on track for a timely graduation.

PARENT & SUPPORT SYSTEM PANEL

[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1102 ] 1:00PM-2:00PMQ&A with Admissions, Career Center, Campus Police, Dean of Students, Student Health and Counseling Services. Parents, guardians, and anyone serving as a support system to a CSUSM student is encouraged to attend!

PATHWAYS TO ACADEMIC SUCCESS AND OPPORTUNITIES (PASO)[ University Hall 100 ] 10:00AM-11:00AMAn overview of PASO, a specialized program on campus for students who self-identify as Hispanic/Latino, are first-year freshman, first-generation, full time status, with an Estimated Family Contribution of $5000 or less, and do not belong to any other specialized program on campus.

STUDENT EXPERIENCE PANEL[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1103 ] 1:00PM-2:00PMQ&A with a panel of student leaders on what CSUSM is all about from a student perspective. First year students are highly encouraged to attend!

STUDENT SUCCESS IN THE COLLEGE OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION[ Markstein Hall 125 ] 10:00AM-11:00AMConsidering business as your major? Learn about the programs in the College of Business Administration that build soft skills and the professional savvy needed to be ready for the world-of-work upon graduation.

STUDY ABROAD: GLOBAL EDUCATION[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1105 ] 9:00AM-10:00AM, 10:00AM-11:00AM,11:00AM-12:00PM & 12:00PM-1:00PMLearn about the variety of study abroad options

at CSUSM and how you can plan ahead to make overseas exploration a part of your undergraduate career. www.csusm.edu/global

SUCCEEDING IN COLLEGE AS A DREAM-ER[ Arts 220 ] 9:00AM-10:00AM, 10:00AM-11:00AM & 1:00PM-2:00PMJoin us to learn about resources available for AB 540, DACAmented, underdocumented, undocumented, and mixed status family students that will help you be successful at CSUSM. You will learn about everything from access to free immigration attorneys to help with filling out financial aid forms and finding welcoming spaces on campus.

TOPICS FROM INTRODUCTION TO PSYCHOLOGY(Psychology Lecture)[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1103 ] 12:00PM-1:00PMJoin us for a sample lecture from Psychology 100. This class is taught each semester.

TRADE WARS, GLOBAL WARMING, HAPPINESS: Insights from Economists(Economics Lecture)[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1103 ] 11:00AM-12:00PMEconomics provides insights into some of the most pressing challenges we face today. In this session we will talk about trade wars, global warming and happiness to name just a few.

TRANSFER ACADEMIC SUCCESS[ Academic Hall 102 ] 12:00PM - 1:00PMAn inside look at academic success as a CSUSM transfer student, straight from our faculty!

TRANSFER STUDENT NEXT STEPS[ Academic Hall 102 ] 10:00AM - 11:00AM

Learn about your next steps on the path to CSUSM! An Ideal snapshot of deadlines and processes for admitted transfer students.

TRANSFER STUDENT PANEL[ Academic Hall 102 ] 11:00AM - 12:00PMLearn what CSUSM is all about from a transfer student perspective. Transfer students only!

WESTERN UNDERGRADUATE EXCHANGE (WUE) MEET & GREET[ Social & Behavioral Sciences Building 1105 ] 1:00PM-2:00PMMeet our WUE coordinator and other out-of-state students. Learn about the program and WUE Scholarship.

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All Day Activities: 9 am – 2 pmToursCampus ToursForum Plaza - Every 30 minutesStudent Guided walking tours of campus.

Housing Tours & Open HouseMeet at Forum PlazaTour a student apartment, sign your housing contract, and meet the staff!

Kellogg University Library: Self-Guided Selfie TourKellogg Library - Outside the 3rd floor main entranceGrab a map and explore our unique spaces, services, and snap some scholarly selfies along the way! #CSUSMLibrary

Open HousesCOUGAR CENTRAL OPEN HOUSECraven Hall, 3rd floorVisit Admissions & Financial Aid.

CSUSM POLICE DEPARTMENT MEET & GREETForum PlazaMeet our on-campus police officers!ExpoSTUDENT LIFE & ACADEMICS EXPO[ University Student Union Ballroom ]Meet reps from student clubs & organizations, colleges, academic programs, and student resource offices.

Transfer Student TrackWe recommend all transfer students follow this schedule to get the most out of your day at Discover CSUSM.

9:00am - 10:00am, University Student Union 2310Transfer Student Welcome Reception: Join faculty, staff, and fellow students to kick off your day the transfer way! Light refreshments will be served. Transfer students only.

10:00am - 11:00am, Academic Hall 102Transfer Next Steps: Learn about your next steps on the path to CSUSM! An Ideal snapshot of deadlines and processes for admitted transfer students.

11:00am - 12:00pm, Academic Hall 102Transfer Student Panel: Learn what CSUSM is all about from a transfer student perspective. Transfer Students only.

12:00pm - 1:00pm, Academic Hall 102Transfer Academic Success: An inside look at academic success as a CSUSM transfer student, straight from our faculty!

1:00pm - 2:00pmUse this time to visit the Student Life & Academics Expo, take a campus tour, visit housing, have lunch, or attend other information sessions.

Shopping and DiningUNIVERSITY STORE University Commons, 8AM-3PMGet your CSUSM gear, class supplies, and more! Don't forget to use the coupon you received at check-in.

CAMPUS DININGUniversity Student UnionGrab a snack or lunch from one of our on-campus dining options.

Jazzman's - coffee, smoothies, tea, pastries (8AM-3PM) Panda Express - chow mein and fried rice bowls (11AM-3PM) The Market - snacks, drinks, Jamba Juice (8AM-3PM) STARBUCKS - Outside the Kellogg Library (8AM-3PM)

PerformancesStudent performances at the University Student Union Ballroom:

Ballet Folklorico de CSUSM Music Department

Need help finding a room or location? Ask any of our event staff members in the cougar-blue shirts.

Important Dates MAY 1 - Intent to Enroll and Deposit due MAY 31 - Deadline to register for orientation JUNE-AUGUST - Summer orientation sessions JULY 15 - Final official transcripts due to Admissions AUGUST 24-SEPT 8 - Weeks of Welcome AUGUST 23 - UVA Move-in Day AUGUST 24 - The QUAD Move-in Day AUGUST 26 - Fall '19 classes begin OCT 1 - Fall '20 application filing period begins

Tell Us What YOU Discovered!Use #DiscoverCSUSM to share your Instagram photos with us throughout the day.We will select 3 photos that best display cougar spirit to be featured on our @csusmcougarcentral account!

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