August 2025
Outreach and Enrollment Services
In-Person Orientation (SLO)
Monday, August 4, 10 am – 12 pm

Cuesta College's in-person orientation helps students prepare for success by finding your classroom, exploring the bookstore, connecting with student support resources, and learning strategies for achieving their goals. This interactive experience sets the foundation for a strong start to their…


Community-wide Event
High Tide
Monday, August 4, 11 am – 4 pm

A group exhibition featuring a diverse array of local artists, each invited to nominate another local artist they admire, fostering a ripple effect of appreciation and community-driven curation in the Miossi Gallery, room 7170 on the SLO campus. Open Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. Free and open to the…


Foundation Board of Directors Meeting
Monday, August 4, 12 – 6:30 pm

Outreach and Enrollment Services
In-Person Orientation (SLO)
Monday, August 4, 2 – 4 pm

Cuesta College's in-person orientation helps students prepare for success by finding your classroom, exploring the bookstore, connecting with student support resources, and learning strategies for achieving their goals. This interactive experience sets the foundation for a strong start to their…


Outreach and Enrollment Services
In-Person Orientation (NCC)
NCC-NCC NCC
Tuesday, August 5, 10 am – 12 pm

Cuesta College's in-person orientation helps students prepare for success by finding your classroom, exploring the bookstore, connecting with student support resources, and learning strategies for achieving their goals. This interactive experience sets the foundation for a strong start to their…


Outreach and Enrollment Services
In-Person Orientation (NCC)
NCC-NCC NCC
Tuesday, August 5, 2 – 4 pm

Cuesta College's in-person orientation helps students prepare for success by finding your classroom, exploring the bookstore, connecting with student support resources, and learning strategies for achieving their goals. This interactive experience sets the foundation for a strong start to their…


Community-wide Event
San Luis Obispo County Community College District Board of Trustees Meeting
Wednesday, August 6, 4 – 6 pm

San Luis Obispo County Community College District (SLOCCCD) Governing Board

TIME: 3:00 PM - Call to Order and Recess to Closed Session; Open Session begins at 4:00 PM

LOCATION: Associated Students Auditorium, Building 5400, Room 5401, San Luis Obispo Campus, Highway 1, San Luis Obispo, California


Community-wide Event
High Tide
Friday, August 8, 11 am – 4 pm

A group exhibition featuring a diverse array of local artists, each invited to nominate another local artist they admire, fostering a ripple effect of appreciation and community-driven curation in the Miossi Gallery, room 7170 on the SLO campus. Open Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. Free and open to the…


Outreach and Enrollment Services
Fast Track Registration Days (NCC)
N3100-N3130 LRC Learning Skills Tutorial, N3100-N3134 LRC Writing Lab/Classroom, Parking Lot 2 - NCC
Saturday, August 9, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Cuesta College's Fast Track Registration events provide students with one-stop support for admissions, class registration, counseling, and financial aid. Staff and counselors are available to guide students through each step, ensuring a smooth start to their college journey.


Outreach and Enrollment Services
Fast Track Registration Days (SLO)
Parking Lot 2 - SLO, 3400-3406 CADD Lab, Parking Lot 2A - SLO
Saturday, August 9, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm

Cuesta College's Fast Track Registration events provide students with one-stop support for admissions, class registration, counseling, and financial aid. Staff and counselors are available to guide students through each step, ensuring a smooth start to their college journey.


Current Student
Welcome Huts (NCC)
N1000-N1000 NCC 1000 Bldg., N3100-N3100L LRC Lobby, NCC-NCC NCC, N1000-N1000P NCC Campus Center Front Patio
Monday, August 11, 9 am – Friday, August 15, 2 pm

Welcome back, Cougars!

Join us at Cuesta College from Monday, August 11th through Friday, August 15th as we kick off the new semester with a warm welcome! Our team will be on campus all week to greet you, answer your questions, and help you get settled. Enjoy a week filled with fun activities, free s…


Current Student
Welcome Week (SLO)
Parking Lot 2 - SLO, Parking Lot 5 - SLO, 3100-3100FS Library/High Tech Free Speech Area, Parking Lot 2A - SLO, 3400-3400P High Tech Patio, 3100-3100HM Half Moon Lawn
Monday, August 11, 9 am – 2 pm

Welcome back, cougars! From Monday, August 11th through Friday, August 15th, the Cuesta College team will be available to welcome you to campus and answer any questions that you may have. Join us for fun activities, swag, music and food! 


Community-wide Event
High Tide
Monday, August 11, 11 am – 4 pm

A group exhibition featuring a diverse array of local artists, each invited to nominate another local artist they admire, fostering a ripple effect of appreciation and community-driven curation in the Miossi Gallery, room 7170 on the SLO campus. Open Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. Free and open to the…


Current Student
Welcome Week (SLO)
Parking Lot 2 - SLO, Parking Lot 5 - SLO, 3100-3100FS Library/High Tech Free Speech Area, Parking Lot 2A - SLO, 3400-3400P High Tech Patio, 3100-3100HM Half Moon Lawn
Tuesday, August 12, 9 am – 2 pm

Welcome back, cougars! From Monday, August 11th through Friday, August 15th, the Cuesta College team will be available to welcome you to campus and answer any questions that you may have. Join us for fun activities, swag, music and food! 


Current Student
Welcome Week (SLO)
Parking Lot 2 - SLO, Parking Lot 5 - SLO, 3100-3100FS Library/High Tech Free Speech Area, Parking Lot 2A - SLO, 3400-3400P High Tech Patio, 3100-3100HM Half Moon Lawn
Wednesday, August 13, 9 am – 2 pm

Welcome back, cougars! From Monday, August 11th through Friday, August 15th, the Cuesta College team will be available to welcome you to campus and answer any questions that you may have. Join us for fun activities, swag, music and food! 


Current Student
Affinity Programs Center Welcome Back Event
Affinity Center - 3200 Library Area
Wednesday, August 13, 11 am – 1 pm

Welcome Back to Cuesta, Cougars! 

Please join us for a Welcome back lunch at the Affinity Programs Center. Come meet our NEXTUP coordinator and Monarch Dream program coordinator, along with other supportive staff ready to help you thrive this semester. Free school supplies will be provided for…


Current Student
Welcome Week (SLO)
Parking Lot 2 - SLO, Parking Lot 5 - SLO, 3100-3100FS Library/High Tech Free Speech Area, Parking Lot 2A - SLO, 3400-3400P High Tech Patio, 3100-3100HM Half Moon Lawn
Thursday, August 14, 9 am – 2 pm

Welcome back, cougars! From Monday, August 11th through Friday, August 15th, the Cuesta College team will be available to welcome you to campus and answer any questions that you may have. Join us for fun activities, swag, music and food! 


Community-wide Event
Volunteer at People's Kitchen
Thursday, August 14, 11:45 am – 12:45 pm

The second Thursday of each month volunteers from Cuesta College serve lunch to more than 100  people at the homeless center, 40 Prado. If you want to be part of this community outreach, by either donating food (see list below), cash, or your time, please contact Mary Parker, mparker@cuesta.edu or…


Current Student
Affinity Programs Center Welcome Back Event
Affinity Center - 3200 Library Area
Thursday, August 14, 12 – 2 pm

Welcome Back to Cuesta, Cougars! 

Please join us for a Welcome back lunch at the Affinity Programs Center. Come meet our NEXTUP coordinator and Monarch Dream program coordinator, along with other supportive staff ready to help you thrive this semester. Free school supplies will be provided for…


Community-wide Event
High Tide Gallery Reception
Parking Lot 2A - SLO
Thursday, August 14, 4:30 – 7 pm

Kick off the new school year with the Miossi Gallery with refreshments and live music on the SLO campus, room 7170, as we celebrate the final weeks of High Tide, a wonderful community based group exhibition. All of the local artists in this group show invited each other to participate, showcasing a…


Current Student
Welcome Week (SLO)
Parking Lot 2 - SLO, Parking Lot 5 - SLO, 3100-3100FS Library/High Tech Free Speech Area, Parking Lot 2A - SLO, 3400-3400P High Tech Patio, 3100-3100HM Half Moon Lawn
Friday, August 15, 9 am – 2 pm

Welcome back, cougars! From Monday, August 11th through Friday, August 15th, the Cuesta College team will be available to welcome you to campus and answer any questions that you may have. Join us for fun activities, swag, music and food! 


Community-wide Event
High Tide
Friday, August 15, 11 am – 4 pm

A group exhibition featuring a diverse array of local artists, each invited to nominate another local artist they admire, fostering a ripple effect of appreciation and community-driven curation in the Miossi Gallery, room 7170 on the SLO campus. Open Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. Free and open to the…


Community-wide Event
High Tide
Monday, August 18, 11 am – 4 pm

A group exhibition featuring a diverse array of local artists, each invited to nominate another local artist they admire, fostering a ripple effect of appreciation and community-driven curation in the Miossi Gallery, room 7170 on the SLO campus. Open Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. Free and open to the…


Current Student
Transfer 101 Workshops
Monday, August 18, 1:30 – 3:30 pm

Transfer 101 (ZOOM Workshop) -  Learn the basics of transferring to a CSU, UC, Private or Out of State University, the transfer process and timeline, Associate Degrees for Transfer, Transfer Guarantee programs, how to apply and more!
Registration is required — click the link to save your spot early!…

Community-wide Event
Food Bank Distributions
Parking Lot 2A - SLO, Parking Lot 2 - NCC
Tuesday, August 19, 2 – 5 pm

North County Campus: 2800 Buena Vista Drive Paso Robles, in parking Lot 2

SLO Campus: CA Hwy 1 San Luis Obispo in parking lot 2

When you arrive at the distribution, remain in your vehicle and get in line for food. Volunteers will assist you. Individuals arriving on foot can also pick up food.


Current Student
ASCC & Campus Safety Welcome Back BBQ
FLAG-FLAGPOLE AREA Flag Pole Area
Wednesday, August 20, 11 am – 1 pm

Join ASCC and Campus Safety for a fun and delicious BBQ. Enjoy great food, music, fun activities, meet fellow students and connect with campus police officers. Don't miss this opportunity to build community and enjoy some tasty BBQ!


Community-wide Event
Ethnic Studies Department Open House
5400-5400 Associated Students Auditorium, 5400-5401 ASA Conference Center, 5400-5402 ASA Conference Center - Small, 5400-5403 ASA Conference Center - Small, 5400-5404 Conference Center Foyer, 5400-5400 PATIO ASA Conference Center Patio
Wednesday, August 20, 4 – 6 pm

This event will showcase the work of Ethnic Studies students and include opportunities to get involved with Ethnic Studies student activities, classes, degrees, and community-engaged partnerships. 


Community-wide Event
High Tide
Friday, August 22, 11 am – 4 pm

A group exhibition featuring a diverse array of local artists, each invited to nominate another local artist they admire, fostering a ripple effect of appreciation and community-driven curation in the Miossi Gallery, room 7170 on the SLO campus. Open Monday-Friday from 11am-4pm. Free and open to the…


Current Student
Cal Poly Transfer Overview Workshop
Monday, August 25, 1:30 – 3:30 pm

Cal Poly Transfer Overview - Learn all the important information you need to know for planning to transfer to Cal Poly SLO. 

Registration is required — save your spot early! Click this link to register today!


Current Student
Connect @ Cuesta (NCC)
N1000-N1000P NCC Campus Center Front Patio, N1000-N1022P NCC Cafeteria Patio
Tuesday, August 26, 11 am – 1 pm

Prioritize Your Well-Being — Join Us for a Campus Wellness Showcase!Discover the many ways Cuesta College and our community partners support your mental, physical, and emotional health. Enjoy free food while exploring our wellness resource fair and departmental services dedicated to helping you…
Current Student
Connect @ Cuesta (SLO)
FLAG-FLAGPOLE AREA Flag Pole Area
Wednesday, August 27, 11 am – 1 pm

Join us for a showcase of the amazing support resources on campus and in our community!  This event will feature free food, a wellness resource fair, a club fair, raffle and departmental resource fair for students.


Current Student
Transfer 101 Workshops
Thursday, August 28, 1 – 2:30 pm

Transfer 101 (ZOOM Workshop) -  Learn the basics of transferring to a CSU, UC, Private or Out of State University, the transfer process and timeline, Associate Degrees for Transfer, Transfer Guarantee programs, how to apply and more!
Registration is required — click the link to save your spot early!…