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Campus Updates

Creative Services support
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 2:44pm

TO: All Employees
FR: Jeff Keating, Associate Vice President, Strategic Communications

The Creative Services team is available to support Sonoma State University departments, programs, and initiatives with professional design and visual communication services at no cost to campus partners.

SO. MUCH. MUSIC. Upcoming performances by the SSU Department of Music
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 10:03am

TO: Campus Community
FR: Andy Collinsworth, Department of Music

The Sonoma State University Department of Music invites you to two upcoming performances at the Green Music Center. Free tickets are available for SSU students, faculty, and staff. 

Visiting Artist Lecture Series – November
Monday, November 2, 2026, 12:05pm

TO: Campus Community
FR: Ed Beebout, Chair of the Art, Media, and Communication department 

You are warmly invited to attend the Visiting Artist Lecture Series hosted by the Art Studio program. All talks are in Art 102 from noon to 12:50 p.m. and are open to the public.

Now Online: SSU Scholarship Program Application for Fall 2027 - Spring 2028
Monday, November 2, 2026, 11:15am

TO: Campus Community
FR: F. Shanon Little, Director of Financial Aid

Dear Campus Community,

The Sonoma State University Financial Aid & Scholarships Office is excited to announce that the scholarship application for the Fall 2027 – Spring 2028 academic year is now open! Our system permits students to submit a single application for a chance to be matched with more than 200 scholarship opportunities, allowing students to spend less time on applications and more time focusing on their studies.

Reminder: Annual Campus NAGPRA Survey & Bi-Annual Walkthroughs
Monday, November 2, 2026, 11:07am

TO: All Employees
FR: Michael E. Spagna, President and Elise-Alexandria Green, Director of Tribal Relations

Dear Campus Community,

November Employee Wellness Opportunities
Monday, November 2, 2026, 8:00am

TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Employee Wellness Program, Payroll and Benefits

As we move through the fall season, we invite you to explore new ways to support your well-being. This month’s wellness opportunities are here to meet you where you are at - whether that means joining a lunchtime class, attending a wellness webinar, or simply taking a mindful moment to break up the work day.

Dia de los Muertos Closing Event Reminder
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 9:16am

TO: Campus Community
FR. Claudia Molloy, Director of Operations & Collections Manager, University Art Gallery

Join the University Art Gallery on Friday, October 30 for a special closing celebration as part of our weeklong Día de los Muertos Community Altar and Celebration. The closing event will feature guest speaker Chicanx and Latinx Studies Associate Professor Dra. Natalia Villanueva-Nieves, a taco lunch, and a hands-on printmaking activity. 

Flag at half-staff
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 4:36pm

TO: Campus Community
FR: Michael E. Spagna, President

The university's current flag protocol requires University Administration to notify the campus when the flag is lowered to half-staff.

By order of California Gov. Gavin Newsom, the flag will be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, October 29 to recognize the passing of United Farm Workers co-founder Dolores Huerta and honor her commitment to justice, workers’ rights, and civil rights.

Staying Safe During Halloween
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 10:01am

TO: Campus Community
FR: Dr. Gerald L. Jones, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students; Nader Oweis, Chief of Police

Dear Campus Community,

As Halloween approaches, we want to share a few reminders to help you celebrate safely and respectfully.

Safety First

Phishing/Fraudulent Job Offers
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 2:03pm

TO: Campus Community
FR: Dr. Gerald L. Jones, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

The San Francisco Bay Region Network (SFBRN) recently sent guidance to our campus about cybersecurity awareness, specifically emphasizing caution when receiving electronic offers of job or internship employment.