Weeks of Welcome

Weeks of Welcome programs and events take place during the first few weeks of each semester. The goal of Weeks of Welcome is to welcome new and returning students to campus, and provide support for new students as they transition into SJSU. On-campus, you may hear Weeks of Welcome informally referred to as "WOW."

Fall 2021 Weeks of Welcome will take place from Monday, August 16 to Wednesday, September 22. All events are designed to support your success as a student. To make it easier to identify programs you might be interested in, each one has been assigned to a category. The categories are:

 Academic

 Campus Community

 Campus Resources

 Career

 Social Justice

 Spartan Spirit

 Wellness 

Below, you will find Spring 2021 Weeks of Welcome programs. Be sure to check back in August for a full list of Fall 2021 programs.

Activities & Events

Monday, January 25

• Air Force ROTC New Student Orientation (Career; Campus Community)

  • 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81933144471?pwd=RCsvdGJxaHhack00QnNSQTNyZ2pkUT09

    Orientation to Air Force ROTC and a chance to ask questions and join the program if interested.

    Hosted by AFROTC

Tuesday, January 26

• New Spartan Social Hour (Frosh) (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)

  • 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81368573003?pwd=d2txSXFOaG9sVDVqUm1aNXJHcitHUT09

    New Spartan Social Hour for Frosh Students invites first-time SJSU students to mingle with other new members of the Spartan Community to participate in a series of games, activities, and conversations led by current Orientation Leaders!

• Getting Started with Canvas (Academic)

  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Xui5sGbjSsWjtS4rH-bpuw

    This webinar will show you how to get started with Canvas as a student. There will be a question and answer time during the presentation. This session will be recorded. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

    Hosted by eCampus

Wednesday, January 27

• Leadership & Career Certificate Program (Career; Campus Community)

  • bit.ly/lccp2021

    The Leadership and Career Certificate Program is a self-paced opportunity for all SJSU students to develop your leadership skills over the course of a semester. Participants engage with various articles, videos, activities, and events in the context of leadership and career development. Registration is still open!

    Hosted by the Career Center and Student Involvement

• Step Onto Campus Virtually (Spartan Spirit; Campus Resource)  

  • 12 p.m. to 12:45 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0rcuytqjMjGNGF1j6Imt8qhWByTMiguIRV 

    Experience our beautiful campus - virtually! Learn about our history and build your Spartan pride!

    Hosted by Student Outreach & Recruitment (SOAR)

     

• SJSU Intercollegiate Athletics Webinar (Spartan Spirit; Campus Resource)
  •  

    12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nRcwXZNsRQaJDX-9Hb22_A

    Information on intercollegiate athletics as well as games and promotions/perks for students.

    Hosted by Athletics

• COMM Center and Speakfest Huddle (Academic; Campus Resources)

  • 1 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/83506706361 Password: 653343

    Earn upper division units and meet your fellow Spartans in a low-stress, highly rewarding learning community. The COMM Center and Speakfest are teaming up by helping you prepare your speeches with a peer tutor and participating in a speech event. Nervous? That's ok! We'll also offer tips to get you started speaking with confidence both inside and outside the classroom!

    Hosted by COMM Center and Speakfest

• WOW Welcome Games (Campus Community; Campus Resources)
  •  

    5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    https://bit.ly/WelcomeGames 

    Enjoy unique fun and games with fellow Spartans to celebrate the start of the semester! You’ll play multiple rounds of games in various styles such as party, conversation, tabletop, quick thinking, game shows, and more. Join on your laptop (preferred) or smartphone with or without your camera on to comfortably play in hilarious small group settings. Games might include Family Feud, Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader, Disney and movie-themed rounds, and more; you’ll play a different game each round!

    Hosted by Student Involvement

Thursday, January 28

• Don’t Go Textbook Broke: Get Help Finding your Textbooks (Campus Resources)

  • 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqc-2tpzMsGNUB0jpcwkTr6_zM0kMvutlm

    Learn how to save $$$$ on textbooks. Librarians will be standing by to help you find your textbooks. Please bring your course syllabus or textbook information.

    Hosted by the SJSU Library’s Affordable Learning $olutions Team 

• SJSU Forensics Welcome and Recruitment (Academic; Campus Community)

  • 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81474495908 

    The SJSU Forensics team (Speech and Debate) welcomes you to learn more about the amazing opportunities available for free. Come learn a bit about what we do, how to get priority registration, free international travel, and real world speaking skills. We will be playing games, no fees! To learn more, visit https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/programs/forensics/index.php. 

• Speed Friending (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    https://bit.ly/SpeedFriendingSJSU 

    Want to meet Spartans and make some new friends? Don’t miss Speed Friending - an event geared towards creating community and getting to know other Spartans! 

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• International Welcome (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)
  •  

    7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkcuitpjMrGtGyCYarxd8CZM_IWzEqEihK

    Get to know students from around the world through games and fun activities. All students are welcome--you don't have to be an international student to attend.

    Hosted by International Student and Scholar Services

Friday, January 29

• New Spartan Social Hour (Transfers) (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)

  • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/86575192713?pwd=WldxbUR4cmwvUDNjeDFPY1d2RnBnQT09

    New Spartan Social Hour for Transfer Students invites first-time SJSU students to mingle with other new members of the Spartan Community to participate in a series of games, activities, and conversations led by current Orientation Leaders!

Monday, February 1

• Engineering Club Week (Campus Resource; Campus Community)

  • February 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

    Various Times (TBD)

    Engineering Clubs Week Webpage

    Clubs will host zoom sessions to provide information about their clubs.

    Hosted by the College of Engineering

• Don’t Go Textbook Broke: Get Help Finding your Textbooks (Campus Resources)

  • 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZckdu2sqjgqE9aeCZfUancJEYUMGdm2eG17

    Learn how to save $$$$ on textbooks. Librarians will be standing by to help you find your textbooks. Please bring your course syllabus or textbook information.

    Hosted by the SJSU Library’s Affordable Learning $olutions Team

• ISSSSC 2021 Spring Welcome: Dream with your eyes open (Social Justice; Academic)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    Zoom: Meeting ID: 84889609838 Password: 382371 ‪(US) +1 646-876-9923‬

    This Institute for the Study of Sport, Society and Social Change Weeks of Welcome event will introduce the SJSU community to our sport and social justice efforts. ISSSSC's mission is dedicated to research, analysis and education at the intersection of sport and society. We will share this and more to include our Sport Conversations for Change monthly webinars, our Internships for Academic Credit and Volunteer opportunities, and our collaborative and service efforts at the national and international levels. Join the Conversation with ISSSSC for interactive trivia and a chance to win ISSSSC Swag!!!

    Hosted by the Institute for the Study of Sport, Society, and Social Change

• Business Clubs Week (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://www.sjsu.edu/cob/students/student-organizations/info-sessions.php

    Join a series of virtual information sessions to learn about the different student organizations in the Lucas College of Business. Discover how these groups help you connect with other students and explore your leadership skills. Open to all SJSU students!
    

    Hosted by the Lucas College of Business

Tuesday, February 2

• Coffee Chat with Career Counselors (Career; Campus Resources)

  • 10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

    https://sjsu.joinhandshake.com/events/649155

    Stop by for a virtual coffee chat with the career counseling team. Learn about how the Career Center can support you during this challenging time with your job/internship search, networking, resume, exploring careers and more!

    Hosted by the Career Center

• Spring Student Org Welcome (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 11 a.m.

    Link TBD

    Join us to kick-off the Spring semester by learning about the Recognized Student Organization Community at SJSU!

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• Business Clubs Week (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://www.sjsu.edu/cob/students/student-organizations/info-sessions.php

    Join a series of virtual information sessions to learn about the different student organizations in the Lucas College of Business. Discover how these groups help you connect with other students and explore your leadership skills. Open to all SJSU students!

    Hosted by the Lucas College of Business
    

• LA’s Bingo Break (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)

  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/83026644011?pwd=TnhiaHlycmNBbzh1QS9Qa3loVFpaZz09 Password: 755739 

    Need a break? Like bingo? Join the LAs for a fun and friendly game of bingo to test your knowledge of SJSU and meet the Learning Assistant team! 

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• SJSU Forensics Welcome and Recruitment (Academic; Campus Community)

  • 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81474495908 

    The SJSU Forensics team (Speech and Debate) welcomes you to learn more about the amazing opportunities available for free. Come learn a bit about what we do, how to get priority registration, free international travel, and real world speaking skills. We will be playing games, no fees! To learn more, visit https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/programs/forensics/index.php. 

• SJSU Night with the San Jose Sharks (Campus Community; Career)

  • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    https://am.ticketmaster.com/sharks/sjsu#/

    While we might not be able to host our hometown Spartans for a game in-person right now, we are extremely excited to host all of Spartan Nation virtually and help celebrate San Jose State! Join the Sharks and their front-office executives for a discussion centered around working in the sports industry, as well as their success stories. Tickets are $35 and include a ticket to a future Sharks game. The panel will include: Doug Bentz - Vice President, Marketing, Neda Tabatabaie - Vice President, Business Analytics & Technology, Frank Batres - Director, Ticket Sales & Service , Jen Kosai - Manager, Go-To-Brand and Marketing Strategy.

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• COMM Center and Speakfest Huddle (Academic; Campus Resources)
  •  

    6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/83506706361 Password: 653343

    Earn upper division units and meet your fellow Spartans in a low-stress, highly rewarding learning community. The COMM Center and Speakfest are teaming up by helping you prepare your speeches with a peer tutor and participating in a speech event. Nervous? That's ok! We'll also offer tips to get you started speaking with confidence both inside and outside the classroom!

    Hosted by COMM Center and Speakfest

Wednesday, February 3

• Open House: Get to Know Your VRC and VSO (Campus Resources; Academic)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/86344141971

    Come to learn about your Veterans Student Organization, how your Veterans Resource Center can help you, what resources we offer, and meet your VRC staff! We're here to answer any questions about your benefits, campus resources, transitions, career talk, and personal support!

    Hosted by the Veterans Resource Center

• APPternoon Snack - Find your next job on Handshake (Career)

  • 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.joinhandshake.com/events/648378

    Find your next job on SJSU Handshake. Career counselors will conduct a 15-minute presentation on Handshake and host a 15 minute Q&A right after.

    Hosted by the Career Center

• Find Your Super Powers and Spring Into Action (Campus Resources; Wellness)

  • 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/83192523001

    Discover your natural talents, build them into strengths to empower you and enhance your success. 4 workshop series (2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24) includes a cost-free individual student survey which is incorporated into each workshop for customized application.

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• Online Learning Strategies (Academic; Campus Resources)
  •  

    4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

    Zoom ID: 831 1347 2609 Password: 118222

    In collaboration with the College of Health and Human Sciences Student Success Center ( CHHS SSC) and Counseling and Psychological Services Center (CAPS) and Peer Connections, please join us on Wednesday, February 3rd.

    During our event, learn essential strategies for online learning and how to be successful in this new environment . ALL MAJORS ARE WELCOME!

    Hosted by the College of Health and Human Science Student Success Center

• Business Clubs Week (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)  

  • 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://www.sjsu.edu/cob/students/student-organizations/info-sessions.php

    Join a series of virtual information sessions to learn about the different student organizations in the Lucas College of Business. Discover how these groups help you connect with other students and explore your leadership skills. Open to all SJSU students!
    

    Hosted by the Lucas College of Business

Thursday, February 4

• Latinx Transfer Student Conocimiento (Campus Community)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    RSVP link

    Join the Chicanx Latinx Student Success Center for an opportunity to build new connections with SJSU Latinx students, staff, and faculty.

    Hosted by the Chicanx Latinx Student Success Center

• Business Clubs Week (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)  

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://www.sjsu.edu/cob/students/student-organizations/info-sessions.php

    Join a series of virtual information sessions to learn about the different student organizations in the Lucas College of Business. Discover how these groups help you connect with other students and explore your leadership skills. Open to all SJSU students!
    

    Hosted by the Lucas College of Business

• SJSU Forensics Welcome and Recruitment (Academic; Campus Community)

  • 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81474495908 

    The SJSU Forensics team (Speech and Debate) welcomes you to learn more about the amazing opportunities available for free. Come learn a bit about what we do, how to get priority registration, free international travel, and real world speaking skills. We will be playing games, no fees! To learn more, visit https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/programs/forensics/index.php. 

• Mingle with Mentors (Campus Community)

  • 4:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/82712344491

    Come and join us for a fun social event. You will get the opportunity to meet Peer Mentors who are students as well. Learn tips on how to make friends in a virtual setting.

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• February Open Mic - Black History Month (Social Justice; Campus Community)

  • 6 p.m.

    YouTube Live Steam: MOSAICCCC

    Join The BLOC, Student Union, Inc. and Mosaic for our February Open Mic night in honor of Black History Month.

    Hosted by Mosaic Cross-Cultural Center, the BLOC, and Student Union, Inc.

• Spartan Hour: Central Cal Neighbors (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)
  •  

    6 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvd--sqD8oGtCmiU86A2tM-wtLcGZaFUvc 

    Welcome parents, families and supporters of SJSU Spartans! Do you reside in one of the following counties in Central California and would like to get to know the Spartan Families who live in your area? Please join us for Spartan Hour on Thursday, February 4th at 6:00pm. You will receive the Zoom meeting link upon completing the following registration form. Please visit our website sjsu.edu/newspartans for a full list of  Spring 2021 events if your county is not listed on the registration form.

    Hosted by New Student and Family Programs

Friday, February 5

• Business Clubs Week (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)  

  • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    https://www.sjsu.edu/cob/students/student-organizations/info-sessions.php

    Join a series of virtual information sessions to learn about the different student organizations in the Lucas College of Business. Discover how these groups help you connect with other students and explore your leadership skills. Open to all SJSU students!
    

    Hosted by the Lucas College of Business

• Student Organization Introductions (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 12:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpdeyvrjwuHtSSM2NWxdAVaaktUQ78TYU6

    Hear from some of our Recognized Student Organizations about how to join, upcoming events, and being a part of the community!

    Hosted by Student Involvement 

• Famous Places to Visit in California (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. 

    https://www.spartanrecreation.com/adventures

    California has it all; sandy beaches, granite mountains, redwood forests, and some of the hottest deserts in the world. In this webinar, we’ll share information, stories, and photos of some of the most famous places to visit in California.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Outdoor Adventures

Sunday, February 7

• Super Bowl Pick’em (Campus Community; Wellness)

  • https://forms.gle/CShqrjQDxXHCyosE6

    Participants will choose from a variety of events that happen during the production and playing of the game, from the National Anthem to the Gatorade at the end of the game! The participants who have the most correct answers will win prizes through the Intramural Sports department. Join your fellow Spartans and see who can do the best job of predicting the events of Super Bowl 55!

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

Monday, February 8

• Rock Your Resume (Career; Campus Resources)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.joinhandshake.com/events/649420

    Join us for a virtual workshop to discover proven strategies for effectively presenting yourself on paper to employers. Strengthen your accomplishment statements and learn how to tailor your resume for specific jobs.

    Hosted by the Career Center

Tuesday, February 9

• Virtual Coffee Break with Tutors (Campus Resources, Academic)

  • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/85223498393

    Stop by during our "Virtual Coffee Break with Tutors" to chat with our Writing Center tutors (your fellow SJSU students!) about our services. Bring your tea, coffee, and snacks, and drop by any time during the event. Tutors can provide you with information about how tutoring works, how to schedule appointments, why tutoring is beneficial, and how to work at the Writing Center. We want to welcome you to campus for the new semester--stop by and chat with us!

    Hosted by the Writing Center

• Spring ‘21 Part-Time Virtual Job Fair (Career; Campus Resources)

  • 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

    https://sjsu.joinhandshake.com/career_fairs/20513

    Meet with employers who have part-time opportunities for SJSU candidates of all majors. Registration is required to participate and opens at noon on January 27, 2021.

    Hosted by the Career Center

• SJSU Forensics Welcome and Recruitment (Academic; Campus Community)

  • 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81474495908 

    The SJSU Forensics team (Speech and Debate) welcomes you to learn more about the amazing opportunities available for free. Come learn a bit about what we do, how to get priority registration, free international travel, and real world speaking skills. We will be playing games, no fees! To learn more, visit https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/programs/forensics/index.php. 

•   Hypnosis Experience (Campus Community; Wellness)

  • 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/WOWhypnotist 

    Hypnotist chrisjones presents a special live, virtual show! Chrisjones was featured on America’s Got Talent in 2015, and is one of the most popular hypnotists to perform for college audiences. Students can watch the show from the audience, or become part of the show by volunteering to be hypnotised! The show is a blend of live entertainment, social media interaction, and cyber-psychology.

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• Trivia Night: “The Office” Theme (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/86348036210?pwd=ZDRqQ3VlbkZPNm5tUGhSUy9mVjdXdz09

    Join us for virtual trivia night via zoom. Participants can join the zoom and then will be instructed on how to participate. Participants will need a mobile device to participate.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

Wednesday, February 10

• Find Your Super Powers and Spring Into Action (Campus Resources; Wellness)

  • 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/8758455859 

    Discover your natural talents, build them into strengths to empower you and enhance your success. 4 workshop series (2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24) includes a cost-free individual student survey which is incorporated into each workshop for customized application.

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• Virtual Coffee Break with Tutors (Campus Resources, Academic)

  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/85223498393

    Stop by during our "Virtual Coffee Break with Tutors" to chat with our Writing Center tutors (your fellow SJSU students!) about our services. Bring your tea, coffee, and snacks, and drop by any time during the event. Tutors can provide you with information about how tutoring works, how to schedule appointments, why tutoring is beneficial, and how to work at the Writing Center. We want to welcome you to campus for the new semester--stop by and chat with us!

    Hosted by the Writing Center

• Healing-Centered Interactions Across Early Childhood Environments with Tena Sloan (Career; Campus Community)

  • 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    http://sjsu.edu/eci/events

    The SJSU Early Childhood Institute is hosting Tena H. Sloan, Vice President of Early Childhood Mental Health Consultation and Training (ECMHC) at Kidango, on Wednesday, February 10, from 3-4pm on Zoom to share her perspectives on making every interaction in early childhood a healing-centered experience. In light of the many persistent stressors facing families with young children in the Bay area and beyond, Tena’s talk "Healing-Centered Interactions Across Early Childhood Settings" will inspire all professionals working with young children and their families to make each interaction one that supports the wellbeing of the whole person.  To learn more and RSVP, visit sjsu.edu/eci/events.

    Hosted by the Lurie College of Education Early Childhood Institute

• Discover Your Super Powers!

  • 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/85212381976 

    Discover your natural talents, build them into strengths to empower you and enhance your success. 4 workshop series (2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24) includes a cost-free individual student survey which is incorporated into each workshop for customized application.

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• A Conversation with Radical Monarchs’ Cofounders (Social Justice)

  • 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/lurie-college-radical-monarchs

    Join the SJSU Connie L. Lurie College of Education and Department of Educational Leadership on Wednesday, February 10, from 6-7:30pm PST for a conversation with Anayvette Martinez and Marilyn Hollinquest, Cofounders of the Radical Monarchs, an Oakland-based organization that empowers young girls of color to stay rooted in their collective power, brilliance and leadership to make the world a more radical place.

    Hosted by the Lurie College of Education

• Spartan Speaker Series Presents: Baratunde Thurston (Social Justice; Academic)

  • 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/SpartanSpeaker210

    Join us for an evening with Baratunde Thurston. Baratunde Thurston is an Emmy-nominated host who has worked for The Onion, produced for The Daily Show, advised the Obama White House, and cleaned bathrooms to pay for his Harvard education. He’s the executive producer and host of We’re Having A Moment, a limited-run podcast series that captures this defining moment of pandemic, policing, and race in the U.S. He’s also the creator and host of Live On Lockdown, has hosted the iHeartMedia podcast Spit, wrote the New York Times bestseller How To Be Black, and serves on the boards of BUILD and the Brooklyn Public Library.

    Hosted by Student Affairs

Thursday, February 11

• Words with Friends Tournament (Campus Community; Wellness)

  • https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeG9wjEdE2QE9NJ0jjLEkkZfxa0-iXc0X7UnyKo9R2RLdLn2w/viewform

    Test your vocabulary and word making skills against each other in a Words With Friends Tournament. Words With Friends is a free app that is apple and android friendly. The tournament will be structured based on how many registrations there are, but it will likely be pool play and then single elimination playoffs, all done on your mobile device!

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

• Spartan Speaker Series Discussion (Campus Community; Academic)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    bit.ly/SpartanSpeakerDiscussion1

    This is a discussion space for all attendees of the Spartan Speaker Series event on February 10th with Baratunde Thurston. We will discuss leadership-related topics and lessons that emerged during the previous night's speaker. Students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to attend.

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• Job Fair Success Workshop (Career; Campus Resources)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.joinhandshake.com/events/649570

    Join us virtually and learn how to make the most of your time during employer connection events. Gain tips on researching employers, identifying opportunities, and developing memorable dialogue.

    Hosted by the Career Center

• SJSU Forensics Welcome and Recruitment (Academic; Campus Community)

  • 3 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/81474495908 

    The SJSU Forensics team (Speech and Debate) welcomes you to learn more about the amazing opportunities available for free. Come learn a bit about what we do, how to get priority registration, free international travel, and real world speaking skills. We will be playing games, no fees! To learn more, visit https://www.sjsu.edu/comm/programs/forensics/index.php.

• Virtual Art Nite (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  •  4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/89922652762?pwd=WjVYbThmMC91d1ZhUEQvTm12K29vUT09

    Join us in time for Valentine's day for an open ended virtual art nite. Bring your art supplies of any kind and join us for some creative fun. Register here.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

• ESUHSD Alumni Connections Mixer (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pcuqvqT8jG9BYnB_yNpSwn5RFJIkzgNos

    Are you a graduate of the East Side Union High School District in San Jose? Interested in leadership opportunities and helping future Spartans transition to college? Connect with students from the Spartan East Side Promise community! Virtually interact with students of the same or similar major to build your peer support network and ease into the Spring 2021 semester. All participants have the chance to win an SESP prize pack, and learn more about the Spartan East Side Promise Program, visit www.sjsu.edu/soar/spartaneastsidepromise.

    Hosted by Student Outreach and Recruitment

• USFC Info Night (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/InfoNightSpring21 

    A showcase of the fraternities and sororites of the United Sorority Fraternity Council. Learn about these organizations, their histories, and membership.

    Hosted by Student Involvement & the United Sorority Fraternity Council

• Spartan Hour: SoCal Neighbors (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)

  • 6 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYqduqrrzkrHtJt6at0_FUAIJWoIYShQgOs 

    Welcome parents, families and supporters of SJSU Spartans! Do you reside in one of the following counties in Southern California and would like to get to know the Spartan Families who live in your area? Please join us for Spartan Hour on Thursday, February 11th at 6:00pm. You will receive the Zoom meeting link upon completing the following registration form. Please visit our website sjsu.edu/newspartans for a full list of  Spring 2021 events if your county is not listed on the registration form.

    Hosted by New Student and Family Programs

• Escape Room: Zombie Desert (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

    https://virtualescaperoom.fun/zombie/SJSU 

    Join ISSS, Student Involvement, and Global Leaders for a virtual escape room experience! Come on your own or with a team and see if you can escape the Zombie Desert. You and your teammates are scavengers heading out into the zombie-infested world to collect things your people need like food, medicine, and fuel. Last night, you were in an accident. You totaled your vehicle. You’re wounded and miles from home. It’s getting dark and there are zombies all around. It’s a desert region and there are few places to hide. You need to find a safe place fast. Zombie Desert is a virtual, interactive escape room designed for teams of 3-8 players. Players interact with a 3D game environment while communicating remotely over Zoom.

    Hosted by ISSS and Student Involvement

Friday, February 12

• College of Business Student Orgs Mixer (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 11:30 a.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwvf-GuqjMiHNx1oWQjrmT5_kHH3ZdiJMaV

    Join the College of Business and our student organizations for a Meet and Greet and Mixer! Learn about organizations that are active in the College, hear from fellow students about their involvement and benefits of joining organizations, and gain the opportunity to meet fellow Spartans.

    Hosted by the College of Business and Student Involvement

• Valentines Knot Flowers (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

    https://www.spartanrecreation.com/adventures

    Don’t have a green thumb? That’s ok! We’ll teach you how to transform some cord, webbing, and tent stakes into a bouquet that you will never have to water or take care of!

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Outdoor Adventure

Monday, February 15

• APPternoon Snack - Polish Your Resume with VMOCK (Career)

  • 12 p.m. to 12:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.joinhandshake.com/events/648956

    VMock is the premiere application used to polish any resume. Career counselors will conduct a 15-minute presentation on VMock and host a 15 minute Q&A right after.

    Hosted by the Career Center

• COMM Center and Speakfest Huddle (Academic; Campus Resources)

  • 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/83506706361 Password: 653343

    Earn upper division units and meet your fellow Spartans in a low-stress, highly rewarding learning community. The COMM Center and Speakfest are teaming up by helping you prepare your speeches with a peer tutor and participating in a speech event. Nervous? That's ok! We'll also offer tips to get you started speaking with confidence both inside and outside the classroom!

    Hosted by COMM Center and Speakfest

Tuesday, February 16

• Tarot Readings with Jameela Dallis (Wellness)

  • 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

    Signup: tinyurl.com/ASTarotReading

    Get a tarot card reading with Jameela Dallis.

    Hosted by Associated Students

• Among Us Night (Campus Community; Wellness)

  • 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/85635803603?pwd=T0puWnFxUHhoTU5FcWdHVERiZm5XZz09

    Join us for Among Us! Participants will get together to play some Among Us online via zoom for communication. We will provide prizes for the top players in the game. Participants can play on a mobile device or a computer.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

Wednesday, February 17

• Student Wellness Center Open House (Wellness; Campus Resources)

  • 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/SWCOpenHouseSpring21

    Learn about the various health care services and programs offered by Counseling and Psychological Services, the Student Health Center, and Wellness & Health Promotion.

• Chicana Latina Foundation Scholarship Workshop (Academic)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    Zoom (link TBD)

    In this information session, students will learn about the Chicana Latina Foundation Scholarship and strategies for how to become a competitive applicant. Students will have an opportunity to learn from SJSU students who were past recipients of the scholarship.

    Hosted by the Chicanx Latinx Student Success Center

• SUPERHUMANities & Arts (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/89424410178

    Join us for our SUPERHUMANities & Arts event! Students will have the opportunity to UNITE for an hour of networking and games!

    Hosted by the Humanities & the Arts Student Success Center

• College of Science Weeks of Welcome (Campus Community; Academic)

  • 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/85325399950?pwd=aGVybGNydmFXTzREcHBoSkNvT0o0UT09

    Come meet the College of Science faculty and staff and get information about student clubs and research opportunities!

    Hosted by the College of Science

• Nerdology Trivia (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    https://bit.ly/nerdologysju (passcode sanjose)

    Think you know a lot about a lot? Are you the one who always seems to have the answers to your friends’ questions about pop-culture, video games, and comic books? Do you rarely need to google stuff? Then Nerdology is the perfect show for you! This program is an interactive pop-culture trivia show. A mix of awesome games and trivia interspersed with fun audience participation. Come play! Win cash prizes! Test your knowledge!

    Hosted by Student Involvement

Thursday, February 18

• Spartan Quest: Social Justice and Campus Connections (Campus Resources; Social Justice)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/s/81985767477

    Embark on your Spartan journey by joining the SJSU King Library in this virtual reality environment. Learn more about key landmarks surrounding SJSU including Antioch Baptist Church, the Quetzalcóatl Sculpture, and Uchida Hall. This event will examine the significance of these landmarks, and the events that shaped our campus, community, and world.

    Hosted by the University Library

• Summer and Winter Session Meet and Greet (Academic; Campus Resources)

  • 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/84181418888

    Intersessions are condensed semesters that allow students to get ahead with their degree program and save money in the process. Speak in person with our college staff about how to utilize intersessions along your academic path.

    Hosted by Professional Education: Intersession

• Chicana Latina Foundation Scholarship Workshop (Academic)

  • 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. 

    Zoom (link TBD)

    In this information session, students will learn about the Chicana Latina Foundation Scholarship and strategies for how to become a competitive applicant. Students will have an opportunity to learn from SJSU students who were past recipients of the scholarship.

    Hosted by the Chicanx Latinx Student Success Center

• Introduction to Trip Planning (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    https://www.spartanrecreation.com/adventures

    Would you like to plan a trip into the outdoors but don’t know where to start? In this workshop, we’ll take you through the process of constructing an itinerary, food plan, gear packing list, and more.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Outdoor Adventures

• College of Business Student Social Mixer (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)

  • 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    https://tinyurl.com/sweetssmixer 

    Join us for our welcome student mixer! Meet other business students, play some fun games, and win some prizes!

    Hosted by the Lucas College of Business

• MOSAIC/APIDA Meet & Greet (Campus Community; Campus Resources)  

  • 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/84358964444?pwd=Ty9na0k1bm0wQnp4OXV0OXNhNDNidz09  Password: 622902

    Meet with the Mosaic and APIDA Task Force staff to learn about resources, how to get involved, and build community.

    Hosted by Mosaic Cross Cultural Center and the APIDA Task Force

• Spartan Hour: NorCal Neighbors (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)

  • 6 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUvcOqrrjwsEtx9rtoBDbZQLWuvkurgZ9fU 

    Welcome parents, families and supporters of SJSU Spartans! Do you reside in one of the following counties in Northern California and would like to get to know the Spartan Families who live in your area? Please join us for the first Spartan Hour of the Spring semester scheduled for Thursday, January 28th at 6:00pm. You will receive the Zoom meeting link upon completing the following registration form. Please visit our website sjsu.edu/newspartans for a full list of  Spring 2021 events if your county is not listed on the registration form.

    Hosted by New Student and Family Programs

Friday,February 19

• Student Org Update Hour (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 12 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpceCqqj4qG9YFoMTtrwMffQfvYP7DQ8TP

    Student Org Update Hour is an opportunity for all Recognized Student Organizations to inform the community of upcoming events, projects, and endeavors. All are welcome to attend as organizations share in 3-5 minute increments!

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• “Through the Decades” Trivia Night (Campus Community; Spartan Spirit)

  • 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/89564604484?pwd=ZHhHZEZjWERrR243UG1JVUJlSktidz09

    Join us for virtual trivia night via zoom. Participants can join the zoom and then will be instructed on how to participate. Participants will need a mobile device to participate.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

Monday, February 22

• Two-Part Art with the San Jose Museum of Art (Academic; Social Justice)

  • 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/twopartart

    The San Jose Museum of Art will lead attendees through a virtual gallery tour, followed by an art project!

    Hosted by Student Involvement 

Tuesday, February 23

• Latinos in Tech Scholarship Session (Academic)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    Zoom (link TBD)

    In this information session, students will learn about the Latinos in Technology Scholarship, a scholarship established by the Hispanic Foundation of Silicon Valley, a public foundation dedicated to inspiring community philanthropy and engaging people to invest in the educational achievement and leadership development of a thriving Hispanic community in Silicon Valley.

    Hosted by the Chicanx Latinx Student Success Center

• Leadership Workshop: Working with Diverse Groups (Campus Community; Social Justice)

  • 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.

    bit.ly/DiverseGroupsWorkshop

    We all have many differences to be celebrated, but today's climate can make working within diverse groups more challenging. Join this discussion to learn more about how we can use our diversity as a strength, communicate with others who may think differently, and lead with an authentic and inclusive mindset.

    Hosted by Student Involvement

• Marvel Takeover Spartan Feud (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

    Register at bit.ly/MarvelSpartanFeud

    Join us for a Marvel-themed Spartan Feud event, a fun twist to the popular television game show, Family Feud! Form a team with some friends (virtually) to compete against other groups and test your knowledge of the Marvel Universe! 

    Hosted by Student Involvement and the Student Union, Inc.

Wednesday, February 24

• Recognize, Reflect, & Realize

  • 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/85212381976 

    Discover your natural talents, build them into strengths to empower you and enhance your success. 4 workshop series (2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24) includes a cost-free individual student survey which is incorporated into each workshop for customized application.

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• CCCAC 15 Anniversary Keynote: Alok Menon - Beyond the Binary (Campus Community; Academic) 

  • 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

    https://tinyurl.com/CCCAC15Keynote

    Join the CCCAC as we celebrate our 15 year anniversary with activist, Alok Vaid-Menon. ALOK (they/them) is a gender non-conforming writer and performance artist. Their distinctive style and poetic challenge to the gender binary have been internationally renowned. As a mixed-media artist Alok uses poetry, prose, comedy, performance, fashion design, and portraiture to explore themes of gender, race, trauma, belonging, and the human condition. They are the author of Femme in Public (2017) and Beyond the Gender Binary (2020). In 2019 they were honored as one of NBC’s Pride 50 and Out Magazine’s OUT 100. They have presented their work in more than 40 countries.

    Hosted by the CCCAC and Spartan Speaker Series

Thursday, February 25

• Explore SJSU's Backyard (Campus Community; Campus Resources)

  • 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

    https://www.spartanrecreation.com/adventures 

    Get to know the parks, beaches, and forests within 1 hour drive of SJSU. In addition to sharing some of our favorite local places, we’ll also give you some travel tips on how to get there.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Outdoor Adventures

• Spartan Speaker Series Discussion (Campus Community; Academic)

  • 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    http://bit.ly/SpartanSpeakerDiscussion2

    This is a discussion space for all attendees of the Spartan Speaker Series event on February 24th with Alok Menon. We will discuss leadership-related topics and lessons that emerged during the previous night's speaker. Students, staff, and faculty are encouraged to attend.

    Hosted by Student Involvement

Friday, February 26

• Disability Awareness Within Higher Education (Campus Community; Campus Resources)  

  • 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

    https://sjsu.zoom.us/j/88536230932

    This collaboration between A.S., AEC, and CAA helps promote the positive of living with a disability, empower & educating students and faculty, and providing a safe space for students. The event will kick off with a ASL Signing Performance by CAA students, Followed by a Ted Talk by Deanna Pursai "Thinking Differently About Higher Education For Adults of Differing Abilities". The event will finish with a panel discussion. The panelists will include College of Adaptive arts and SJSU Educators, as well as SJSU Students.

    Hosted by Associated Students and Accessible Education Center

Ongoing Programs

•  Vans Shoe Design Contest (Spartan Spirit; Campus Community)  

  • Monday, January 25-Friday, February 19

    https://forms.gle/RZJG14wQbgs8paie7 

    Create your own Vans Shoe Design with the theme being your favorite sports team! Sign up through the Spartan Recreation website through our google form by February 19. Participants will be emailed the template upon signing up and will need to submit by end of the day Friday, February 26. All submissions will be digitally submitted. The voted on best design will win this custom made pair of shoes!

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

• Spartans Abroad: Study Abroad and Away for All! (Academic; Campus Resources)

  • Monday, January 25-Friday, February 26

    Varied times

    http://bit.ly/Study-Abroad-WOW

    Whether you want to spend a year, a semester, or a few weeks becoming a global citizen, we have programs that will provide you with amazing opportunities to learn about different cultures and perspectives. Start your adventure today by visiting our Weeks of Welcome Events Calendar. Join a presentation, visit our Virtual Study Abroad and Away Office, explore programs, view resources, and connect with study abroad advisors!

    Hosted by Study Abroad and Away

• Don’t Go Textbook Broke Workshops (Campus Resources)

  • Wednesday, January 27-Wednesday, February 10

    https://tinyurl.com/sjsu-textbook

    Learn how to save $$$$ on textbooks by attending this online webinar training. Students who watch the online training will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Spartan Bookstore Voucher.

    Hosted by the SJSU Library’s Affordable Learning $olutions Team

• Peer Connections’ Amazing Race (Campus Resources)

  • Monday, February 1-Friday, February 12

    https://forms.gle/bZN9niUrvFCEajmU8

    Compete in the Peer Connections’ Virtual Amazing Race to learn more about the services that Peer Connections has to offer. Winners of the amazing race will receive prizes mailed directly to their homes. Ready, set, go!

    Hosted by Peer Connections

• Spartan 200 Challenge (Wellness; Campus Community)

  • Monday, February 1-Sunday, February 28

    Register at https://forms.gle/qqQ5eKy8sePqK6HW7 

    Welcome to the Spartan 200 Challenge! Your goal is to participate alongside your fellow Spartans and get 200 minutes of activity each week. More information will be sent after you sign up.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation

• MedEros Scholars Program (Campus Community; Academic)

  • Thursdays in February

    5:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.

    Bring your talents to the world of Medical Devices! Apply to the MedEros Program.

    You do not have to be a doctor to make a medical device. Come learn a bit more about aspects of the medical device industry by following a case study of a device being developed.

    Hosted by Biomedical Engineering Department

• Virtual Study Abroad: Berlin (Academic)

  • https://goabroad.sjsu.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.ViewProgramAngular&id=32388
    

    Learn about an exciting, innovative *virtual* study abroad program dedicated to Berlin. Plan to participate in a five-week summer program that explores German history, culture, and communication. All majors are welcome!

    Hosted by Communication Studies

• Language and Culture Exchange (LACE) (Campus Resources; Campus Community)

  • http://tiny.cc/LACEprogram

    Interact, practice and learn from a #GlobalSpartan

    Hosted by International Gateways

• International House Housing Tour Video (Campus Resources; Campus Community)

  • https://youtu.be/bSWdM8nuQPc

    Watch our tour video to experience the charm of International House.

    Hosted by International House

• Introduction to the SJSU Science Education Resource Center (Campus Reosurces)

  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LethwEiVmtY&t=1s 

    Introduction to the SJSU Science Education Resource Center

• NBA Survivor League (Campus Community)
  •  https://forms.gle/HQHzQcDDZ33uHfz5A

    The NBA survivor league is a 15-week contest testing your NBA knowledge against all others! Pick a team that you think will win each weekend starting January 30/31, but you can't pick the same team twice! Participants need to be strategic in their choices, once you're wrong, you're out!

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation Intramural Sports

• Lap Swimming at the SRAC Pool (Wellness; Campus Resources)

  • Monday-Friday

    Times vary

    Sign-up at spartanrecreation.com for a lap swim reservation.

• Virtual Fitness Classes (Wellness)

  • Mondays-Saturdays

    Times vary daily

    spartanrec.com/fitness

    If your gym isn't open, or if you prefer to work out at home, we've got you covered! Join us for virtual fitness classes taught by SJSU instructors.

    Hosted by Spartan Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Weeks of Welcome?

  • Weeks of Welcome is a campus-wide initiative that is supported by more than 30 offices and departments! These areas host activities and events and provide resources during the first 5-6 weeks of every semester. The goal of Weeks of Welcome is to welcome new and returning students to campus, and provide support for new students as they transition into life at SJSU. We often refer to Weeks of Welcome as "WOW."

• When is Weeks of Welcome?  

  • Spring 2021 Weeks of Welcome will take place from Monday, January 25 to Friday, February 26.

• Do I have to be on campus for Weeks of Welcome?  

  • This year, most WOW events will be taking place virtually. This means that all students are able to participate, whether they are living on-campus or not! 

• What is the Sammy App?

  • The San Jose State University app, also known as the Sammy App, brings services to your fingertips and enables you to connect with classmates and friends. Access events, calendars, contacts, maps and more! Stay organized with the timetable function, where you can save events, classes and assignments.

    We highly recommend that all SJSU students download the Sammy app - it's a great way to connect with other students and learn about events and resources!

• Is Weeks of Welcome required?  

  • No, although it is encouraged! Attending WOW events is the best way to meet people and become better acquainted with campus and university resources. Weeks of Welcome features key events designed to meet the diverse interests of our students. Taking full advantage of WOW will help you get the best start at San Jose State University!

• Where can I find information about Weeks of Welcome and event details?

  •  The best places to find WOW information are this website and the Sammy App! Many offices and departments will also share information about their events and resources on social media; we invite you to browse and follow us (@wowsjsu on Instagram) to learn more! The website and the Sammy App will have the most up-to-date information and where you can find links to virtual events.