Seawolf Decision Day

Save the Date | Saturday, April 22

Please join us for Seawolf Decision Day on Saturday, April 22 at 10:00 am to experience first-hand what our campus has to offer!

Seawolf Decision Day is our campus’ open house where you have the opportunity to meet current students, faculty and staff, as well as SSU alumni. Learn more about academic programs, student life, campus housing and financial aid. Explore our student club and organization fair, and cheer on our SSU baseball team while they compete on our home field. It will be a fun-filled day with a lot of activities and resources at your fingertips. Register today!

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We would also like to invite you to register for dining at The Kitchens, Sonoma State's main dining hall. Serving a variety of delicious Sonoma cuisine in an all-you-care-to-eat format. Registration for The Kitchens is $8 per person (tax included).

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the Office of Student Outreach & Recruitment at outreach@sonoma.edu.  Or call the Welcome Center at (707) 664-3029.

Join the Pack | Seawolf Decision Day

 

Where is SSU and Where to Park?

Sonoma State University is located at 1801 East Cotati Ave. in Rohnert Park.  Parking is FREE, and we welcome you to park in lots L, M, N and O closest to the Green Music Center. Please refer to this campus map. 

 

Schedule at a Glance

10:00 am: Check-In

Check-in, pick up a campus map, mingle with SSU students and staff in the GMC courtyard while listening to our very own SSU Jazz Band.  Coffee and pastries will also be provided.

10:30 am: Welcome to Sonoma State University

Meet President Mike Lee, Associated Student Body President Nataly Hernandez, and Alumni Association President Libby Payan.  Our opening presentation will be held at the Green Music Center, Sonoma State University’s world-class performing arts center.

11:45 am: Meet Your Dean and Explore our Academic Fair

This is your opportunity to meet your Dean and Department Chairs, and explore the many academic programs and opportunities available at Sonoma State University.  Haven’t picked a major yet?  No problem.  Visit different departments and see what may peak your interest.  There are no wrong answers here!  The academic fair will be open from noon to 3:00 pm in the Stevenson/ Darwin Quad.

Majors include: American Multicultural Studies, Art and Art History, Art Studio, Chicano and Latino Studies, Communication and Media Studies, Creative Writing, English, French, Hutchins School of Liberal Studies, Liberal Studies through Social Sciences, Music, Philosophy, Spanish and Theatre Arts and Dance

Majors include: Business and Administration, and Economics

Major: Early Childhood Studies  

Majors include: Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Science, Electrical Engineering, Gelology, Kinesiology, Mathematics, Nursing, Physics, and Statistics

Majors include: Anthropology, Criminology and Criminal Justice Studies, Geography, Environment and Planning, Global Studies, History, Human Development, Liberal Studies Ukiah, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology and Women’s and Gender Studies

A separate session will be available for our Nursing program in Darwin Hall, Room 102.  

12:00 pm - 3:00 pm: Venues and Services Open

Activities throughout the Day:

SSU offers more than 120 clubs and organizations, so be sure to swing on by the Club and Organization Fair in Seawolf Plaza.  And did you know that SSU is rated #1 among all CSUs for best campus housing?  See why we earned that honor by checking out our dorm showrooms in Sauvignon Village.  And don’t forget to “root, root for the hometeam.”  SSU’s baseball team on our campushome field. 

  • Academic Departments & Advising will be tabling in the Darwin Hall/Stevenson Hall Quad (by the Bacon & Eggs sculpture!)

  • Club & Organization Fair in Seawolf Plaza (between the Student Center and Rec Center) 

  • Campus Tours and Campus Housing Open House

  • Sporting Events: Baseball double-header: 11:00 am and 2:00 pm

Explore the very best of SSU

Check out our climbing wall at the Recreation Center, grab a bite to eat at the Kitchens and shop for all of your SSU gear at our Campus Bookstore.  We have staff available to help answer questions at the Welcome Center.  Additionally, you can secure your spot at SSU by paying your deposit in Salazar 1018 A.

12:30 pm: Support Services Presentations

Sonoma State University offers numerous resources, invaluable support and guidance to help our students every step of the way toward graduation.

2:00 pm: SSU Services

Questions about financial aid?  The goal of the financial aid presentation is to assist students and their families in obtaining and understanding financial aid options. 

Want to know what it’s like to be a student at Sonoma State?  Want to know where our Seawolves eat and sleep?  Spoiler alert!  They sleep in the most beautiful and spacious suite-style and apartment-style housing in all of the CSU!  And with so many dining options on campus, you’ll never be left hungry.

  • SSU Presentación en Español - Warren Auditorium/Ives Hall Room 101

Acompáñanos para una presentación general sobre Sonoma State University y sobre los siguiente pasos para estudiantes que han sido aceptados a la universidad. 

  • Transfer Student Presentation

Where are our Transfer students at?  We recognize that our transfer students have different needs than our first-time, first-year students, so we put this program together especially for you.  Come learn about the Transfer Center, and all that it has to offer to ensure that you graduate on time!

  • I'm a Parent, What About Me?: Transitioning with Your Student - Stevenson Hall Room 1400

2:00 pm: SSU Services (continued)

Questions about financial aid?  The goal of the financial aid presentation is to assist students and their families in obtaining and understanding financial aid options. 

Want to know what it’s like to be a student at Sonoma State?  Want to know where our Seawolves eat and sleep?  Spoiler alert!  They sleep in the most beautiful and spacious suite-style and apartment-style housing in all of the CSU!  And with so many dining options on campus, you’ll never be left hungry.

  • First Generation Student Presentation - Warren Auditorium/Ives Hall Room 101

Are you a first generation student?  This presentation is for you. Our supportive staff will share invaluable resources that will ensure your success at Sonoma State University.

  • Transfer Student Presentation

Where are our Transfer students at?  We recognize that our transfer students have different needs than our first-time, first-year students, so we put this program together especially for you.  Come learn about the Transfer Center, and all that it has to offer to ensure that you graduate on time!

  • I'm a Parent, What About Me?: Transitioning with Your Student - Stevenson Hall Room 1400

  • Hutchins School of Liberal Arts - Stevenson Hall Room 1101

3:00 pm: Student Success & Next Steps at our POP Reception - Student Center, Ballroom A

Sonoma State University wants to celebrate you, our future Seawolves!  Please join us at our fun-filled Pre-Orientation Program (POP!) reception where you will receive information about orientation and advising, as well as meet the many faces of SSU.