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Corporation Open Forum, Session 1

Private event by invitation only. Organization: University Corporation at Monterey Bay. Thursday, September 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. University Center - Living Room/Fireplace Room.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, September 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, September 18, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, September 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

Corporation Open Forum, Session 2

Private event by invitation only. Organization: University Corporation at Monterey Bay. Thursday, September 18, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM. University Center - Living Room/Fireplace Room.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, September 19, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, September 19, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

President's Harvest Open House

Please join President Vanya Quiñones on Saturday, Sept. 20th from 2 to 4 p.m. at her residence for the annual Community Harvest Festival Open House. The President's Residence is located at 1716 Eichelberger Court in East Campus, Marina, California. The festival will include fun activities for kids and costumes are welcome.  CSUMB works to make events accessible to all. To request special accommodations or for more information, please contact University Affairs, Ceremonies, and Events via email at specialevents@csumb.edu or 831-582-4001 at least ten business days prior to the event. Organization: Office of the President. Saturday, September 20, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. President's House.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, September 22, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, September 22, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

CSUEU Steps Office Hours

Meet with a Union Steward to get guidance on what your annual salary should be once steps are implemented on October 1. For privacy, attendees will enter break-out rooms with a Union Steward where a salary calculator will be used to help determine your updated pay.  Enter Zoom Meeting. Organization: CSUEU. Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Online - Virtual.

Diamond Key Program - Speaker Series

Join us for a three-panel series to explore career options. Hear from industry experts and CSUBM alumni in the fields of Construction Contracting/Self-Employment, Financial Services, and Human Resources. Organization: Innovation and Economic Development. Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:50 PM. Barnet Segal Auditorium (TAFM Library) - Room 1180.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Join the Campus Health Center, Associated Students, and the American Red Cross as we help our community. Donate blood! , To schedule your appointment or for more information visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter Sponsor Code: OttersCSUMB. Organization: Campus Health Center. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group Social

This is a social hour for the LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group where faculty and staff can come meet other queer folks on campus. Organization: Rainbow Raft Pride Center. Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Tides Lounge.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

CAT: Otter Thursday Tabling

Ask Us Anything About ChatGPT. Stop by the CAT table at Otter Thursday at the Otter Student Union! Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. On Campus Location (see event description).

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

DUAG September 2025 Workshop

Please join us for the September 2025 DUAG workshop! Time: Thursday, September 25, 2025: 2:00 PM - 3:45 PM, Note: This meeting will be in-person in a computer lab on campus and will provide DUAG participants an opportunity for hands-on engagement with Campus Data Warehouse dashboards and group discussions around the data. Organization: Institutional Assessment and Research. Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Heron Hall - Room 156.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, September 26, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

AI Conversation

Join President Quiñones for a conversation on AI Chatbots. Organization: Office of the President. Friday, September 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:50 PM. Tanimura & Antle Family Memorial Library - Room 1176.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, September 26, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, September 29, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, September 29, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

CSUEU Chapter Meeting Space Eval

Evaluation of space for future meetings. Organization: CSUEU. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

SEWC

SEWC Goals & Outcomes, Provide an outlet to share out and announce important updates , Collaborate and strategize across departments and divisions to maximize student engagement, wellness, and success. , Facilitating communication channels and connection between departments , Ensuring universal design and equity for all events and programs on campus. Organization: First Year Experience. Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

CAT: Canvas Gradebook Tips & Tricks

Learners will be able to: input grades into the Canvas gradebook using the SpeedGrader; manipulate gradebook settings; review and set assignment weights; hide and post grades; adjust view options and apply filters; view grading history. Join CAT Instructional Designer Heather Rougeot to learn the essentials of using the Gradebook in Canvas. In this workshop, we will cover how to input grades using the SpeedGrader; manipulate gradebook settings; review and set assignment weights; hide and post grades; adjust view options and apply filters; and view grading history. Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Online - Virtual.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, October 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, October 2, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, October 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

Coffee with the President and Provost

President Vanya Quiñones and Provost Andrew Lawson invite faculty and staff for coffee or tea, and an opportunity to engage with them in the Administration Building Conference Room.  Open to all university and University Corporation employees. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, October 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM. Administration Building Conference Room.

OSU Board of Directors Meeting

The Board of Directors serves to improve the student experience at CSUMB and within the Otter Student Union. By facilitating communication, aligning resources, relaying the student voice, and offering programs, the board works to create a welcoming environment for the CSUMB community. Meetings will be held each month (September, October, November, December, February, March, April, May, and June) in OSU Room 310 and Zoom. Organization: Otter Student Union. Friday, October 3, 2025, 8:15 AM – 10:00 AM. Student Union - Sage - 310.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, October 3, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, October 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

APSS/Dean Open Forum

Associate Provost for Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies Campus Open Forum. Organization: Office of the Provost and VP of AA. Monday, October 6, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, October 6, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, October 6, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

APSS/Dean Open Forum

Associate Provost for Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies Campus Open Forum. Organization: Office of the Provost and VP of AA. Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room.

SETUP: Job & Internship Fair

Job & Internship Fair. Organization: Advising, Career, and Student Success. Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University Center - Lobby, University Center - Living Room/Fireplace Room, University Center - Auditorium, University Center - Salon 114, University Center - Salon 115, University Center - Salon 116.

CAT: WeVideo/PlayPosit AI Tools

Join CAT Instructional Designer Heather Rougeot to explore AI-powered features in WeVideo and PlayPosit that enhance student engagement. In this workshop, we will cover how to integrate AI tools into assignments, design interactive activities that promote participation, and evaluate strategies for supporting diverse learners in digital learning environments. Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Online - Virtual.

APSS/Dean Open Forum

Associate Provost for Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies Campus Open Forum. Organization: Office of the Provost and VP of AA. Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room.

Job & Internship Fair

Job & Internship Fair. Organization: Advising, Career, and Student Success. Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. University Center - Lobby, University Center - Living Room/Fireplace Room, University Center - Auditorium, University Center - Salon 114, University Center - Salon 115, University Center - Salon 116.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

APSS/Dean Open Forum

Associate Provost for Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies Campus Open Forum. Organization: Office of the Provost and VP of AA. Thursday, October 9, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, October 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, October 9, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, October 9, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

APSS/Dean Open Forum

Associate Provost for Student Success/Dean of Undergraduate Studies Campus Open Forum. Organization: Office of the Provost and VP of AA. Friday, October 10, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, October 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, October 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Monte's 5K

It's time to break a stride and bust a sweat for student scholarships! Attendees are required to register in advance and encouraged to donate to support the student scholarship fund. We are calling all families, students, staff, faculty, and community members to walk, run, or roll with our mascot, Monte Rey, through our beautiful campus. Register for the race on raceroster. Organization: First Year Experience, Alumni Association, Facilities Management Department, Otter Student Union, UACE. Saturday, October 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM. Student Union - Artichoke - 211, Student Union - Grape - 210, Student Union - Bayview Terrace - 330, Student Union - Poppy - 308, Student Union - Inter-Garrison Plaza, Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

SETUP: Townhall

Towhhall. Organization: Office of the President. Monday, October 13, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University Center - Auditorium.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, October 13, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

Academic Senate Meeting

Academic Senate Meeting. Organization: Academic Senate. Monday, October 13, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:50 PM. Monterey Peninsula Foundation Auditorium (TAFM Library) - Room 1188.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, October 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Flu Vaccination Clinic

Be prepared for this year's flu season. - Get your FREE flu vaccination! Co-sponsored by the Campus Health Center, Doctors on Duty, the Monterey County Health Department, and the CSUMB Department of Nursing. Organization: Campus Health Center. Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Student Union - Strawberry - 208, Student Union - Grape - 210.

Town Hall: Retention

Townhall. Organization: Office of the President. Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. University Center - Auditorium.

SEWC

SEWC Goals & Outcomes, Provide an outlet to share out and announce important updates , Collaborate and strategize across departments and divisions to maximize student engagement, wellness, and success. , Facilitating communication channels and connection between departments , Ensuring universal design and equity for all events and programs on campus. Organization: First Year Experience. Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

Staff Council All Staff Meeting

Attend a presentation by members of University Communications providing updates on the website redesign project. Organization: Staff Council. Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room.

Flu Vaccination Clinic

Be prepared for this year's flu season. - Get your FREE flu vaccination! Co-sponsored by the Campus Health Center, Doctors on Duty, the Monterey County Health Department, and the CSUMB Department of Nursing. Organization: Campus Health Center. Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Student Union - Strawberry - 208, Student Union - Grape - 210.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

UCorp New Hire Orientation

This will be a monthly mandatory University Corporation New Hire Orientation. During this meeting we will be showing a PowerPoint slides. Organization: University Corporation at Monterey Bay. Thursday, October 16, 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

CAT: Introduction to Access4All & TidyUp

Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for Introduction to Access4All and TidyUp. In this workshop, we will explore how these Canvas tools can help improve course accessibility and organization by identifying unused or inaccessible content. Participants will learn how to apply these tools to evaluate, clean up, and enhance course design for clarity, usability, and inclusive student learning. Let the CAT team know you're there for the workshop when you join Zoom so they can add you to the Breakout Room. Zoom Link: https://csumb.zoom.us/j/734229576, Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Thursday, October 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Online - Virtual.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, October 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, October 16, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, October 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, October 17, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, October 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Open House

Open House. Organization: Enrollment Services. Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Student Union - Artichoke - 211, Student Union - Grape - 210, Student Union - Rookery - 320/325, Student Union - Poppy - 308, Student Union - Lupine - 311, Student Union - Sage - 310, Student Union - Ballroom A - 101A, Student Union - Ballroom B -…

Diwali

Also known as Deepavali, is a major festival celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists that symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. Join us for a vibrant celebration filled with music, community, and rich cultural experiences. Wear your traditional or colorful attire and join us in the Festival of Lights. Organization: Otter Cross Cultural Center. Saturday, October 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Student Union - Ballroom AB - 101, Student Union - Inter-Garrison Plaza.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, October 20, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Diamond Key Program - Speaker Series

Join us for a three-panel series to explore career options. Hear from industry experts and CSUBM alumni in the fields of Construction Contracting/Self-Employment, Financial Services, and Human Resources. Organization: Innovation and Economic Development. Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:50 PM. Barnet Segal Auditorium (TAFM Library) - Room 1180.

CAT: AI Workshop

Learners will be able to: identify common AI tools that can be used to generate content, such as text, images, and other types of content; use at least one AI tool to generate content, such as text, images, and other types of content; explain ethical concerns related to AI content generation; discover methods for using AI content generation tools ethically. Join CAT Instructional Designer Chris Beem for an introduction to generative artificial intelligence (AI). In this workshop, we will cover common AI tools that can be used to generate content, such as text, images, and other types of content; learn how to use at least one AI tool to generate content, such as text, images, and other types of content; explain ethical concerns related to AI content generation; and discover methods for using AI content generation tools ethically. Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Online - Virtual.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

SETUP - CSUMB Grad School Fair

CSUMB Grad Fair. Organization: Advising, Career, and Student Success. Thursday, October 23, 2025, 7:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Tabling area at Main Quad in front of Redwood Hall/Building 12(Zones 1,2, and 3).

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, October 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

CAT: IT Tech Fair

Learners will explore emerging technologies and campus-supported tools showcased at the IT Tech Fair to identify applications for their professional or academic work. Learners will engage with IT staff to evaluate how available technologies can enhance productivity, teaching, learning, and campus operations. Stop by the CAT table at the IT Tech Fair Otter Thursday event at the Otter Student Union! Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Thursday, October 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. On Campus Location (see event description).

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, October 23, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

CSUMB Grad School Fair

CSUMB Grad Fair. Organization: Advising, Career, and Student Success. Thursday, October 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM. Tabling area at Main Quad in front of Redwood Hall/Building 12(Zones 1,2, and 3).

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, October 23, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

BREAKDOWN - CSUMB Grad School Fair

CSUMB Grad Fair. Organization: Advising, Career, and Student Success. Friday, October 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Tabling area at Main Quad in front of Redwood Hall/Building 12(Zones 1,2, and 3).

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, October 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, October 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Cafecito con Cars

Cafecito con Cars, will take place on October 25th from 10 AM-2 PM in Lot 72. Cars can begin rolling in at 9 AM. In celebration of HSI Week, it is planned as a car show to feature lowriders, and other custom cars. Coffee and conchas will be available. The event will feature live music, and display interviews from the CSUMB Central Coast Lowrider Oral History Project. A map of the requested Lot 72 is available.  The event will be similar to Salinas Cars and Coffee, a fairly informal car show, where students will chat with car owners. Hartnell College held a similar car show recently. Organization: El Centro. Saturday, October 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

Stanford Club/RBIL Speaker Series

Join the Monterey Bay Stanford Club on Oct. 25 for its Fall Speaker event on the, campus of California State University Monterey Bay (CSUMB). The speaker, Dr. Joseph, Fiksel, is a Monterey resident and internationally recognized expert on environmental, strategy. He will discuss how communities and companies are striving to integrate their, sustainability and resilience planning efforts in an increasingly turbulent world. Organization: Innovation and Economic Development. Saturday, October 25, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:50 PM. Building 506 - 104 Lecture Rm, Building 506 - Atrium.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, October 27, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, October 27, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

SEWC

SEWC Goals & Outcomes, Provide an outlet to share out and announce important updates , Collaborate and strategize across departments and divisions to maximize student engagement, wellness, and success. , Facilitating communication channels and connection between departments , Ensuring universal design and equity for all events and programs on campus. Organization: First Year Experience. Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group Social

This is a social hour for the LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group where faculty and staff can come meet other queer folks on campus. Organization: Rainbow Raft Pride Center. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Tides Lounge.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

AS Farmers Market Fall '25 - # 89504

AS Farmers Market Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Organization: SELD, Associated Students. Thursday, October 30, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Parking Lot 71.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, October 31, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

Campus Wide Trick or Treat Event

Campus Wide Trick or Treat Event. Organization: Office of the President. Friday, October 31, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. Grassy area at Main Quad in the Administration Plaza.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, October 31, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, November 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, November 3, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

SETUP: Budget Townhall

Setup for Budget Towhhall. Organization: Office of the President. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM. University Center - Auditorium.

CAT: Introduction to Accessibility

Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for What’s That Image?!?—an interactive workshop on writing effective alternative text. In this session, we will explore the role of alternative text in creating accessible digital content and practice techniques for describing different types of images to support inclusive learning experiences. Learners will explain the purpose of alternative text and its role in ensuring accessibility for digital content. Learners will practice writing effective alternative text for a variety of images to support inclusive learning experiences. Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Online - Virtual.

Coffee with the President and Provost

President Vanya Quiñones and Provost Andrew Lawson invite faculty and staff for coffee or tea, and an opportunity to engage with them in the Administration Building Conference Room.  Open to all university and University Corporation employees. Organization: Office of the President. Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Town Hall: Budget Update

Budget Towhhall. Organization: Office of the President. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. University Center - Auditorium.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, November 6, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, November 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, November 7, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Academic Senate Meeting

Academic Senate Meeting. Organization: Academic Senate. Monday, November 10, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:50 PM. Monterey Peninsula Foundation Auditorium (TAFM Library) - Room 1188.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, November 10, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

Fall '25 President's Speaker Series

The first President’s Speaker Series of the new academic year features a conversation with keynote speaker Erik Cushman, publisher of the Monterey County Weekly and chairman of the Monterey County Workforce Development Board. Topics will include the barriers and enablers of social mobility, particularly in higher education, workforce development, and intergenerational equity. That’s followed by a panel of CSUMB alumni who will discuss how they found success in their respective career paths. Organization: Office of the President. Wednesday, November 12, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM. World Theater.

CAT: What's That Image?!?

Learners will explain the purpose of alternative text and its role in ensuring accessibility for digital content. Learners will practice writing effective alternative text for a variety of images to support inclusive learning experiences. Join CAT Accessibility Specialist Erin Foster for What’s That Image?!?—an interactive workshop on writing effective alternative text. In this session, we will explore the role of alternative text in creating accessible digital content and practice techniques for describing different types of images to support inclusive learning experiences. Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Online - Virtual.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, November 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, November 13, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

Staff & Faculty Social Hour

Staff & Faculty Social Hour. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, November 13, 2025, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. Tides Lounge, Otter Express Private Dining Room.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, November 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, November 14, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

UCorp New Hire Orientation

This will be a monthly mandatory University Corporation New Hire Orientation. During this meeting we will be showing a PowerPoint slides. Organization: University Corporation at Monterey Bay. Monday, November 17, 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, November 17, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, November 17, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Diamond Key Program - Speaker Series

Join us for a three-panel series to explore career options. Hear from industry experts and CSUBM alumni in the fields of Construction Contracting/Self-Employment, Financial Services, and Human Resources. Organization: Innovation and Economic Development. Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:50 PM. Barnet Segal Auditorium (TAFM Library) - Room 1180.

CAT: Making Better Instructional Videos

Join CAT team members Chris Beem and Heather Rougeot for Making Better Instructional Videos. In this workshop, we will cover the process of creating professional-quality videos using industry best practices, all with low to no additional cost equipment. Sign Up Here. Organization: Faculty Success Workshop, Center for Academic Technologies. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Online - Virtual.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group Social

This is a social hour for the LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group where faculty and staff can come meet other queer folks on campus. Organization: Rainbow Raft Pride Center. Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Tides Lounge.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, November 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, November 20, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, November 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, November 21, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, November 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, December 1, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

Coffee with the President and Provost

President Vanya Quiñones and Provost Andrew Lawson invite faculty and staff for coffee or tea, and an opportunity to engage with them in the Administration Building Conference Room.  Open to all university and University Corporation employees. Organization: Office of the President. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Golden Hour Yoga - (#87268 LOCKSHOP)

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Golden Hour Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM. Meeting House - Room 120.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Gingerbread House Competition

Gingerbread house competition. Organization: UACE. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM. Alumni & Visitors Center - Boardroom 1, Alumni & Visitors Center Main Room, Alumni & Visitors Center Patio.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

Winter Night Market

Join us for the Winter Night Market on December 4 at 4-7 PM in the OSU Ballroom for a festive evening of student and local vendors, crafting, and warm beverages to cozy up your holiday season. Enjoy live music and a welcoming atmosphere as the campus community comes together to celebrate. Whether you're shopping for unique gifts or just soaking in the winter vibes, there's something for everyone! Organization: Associated Students, College of Business, Entrepreneurship Club, Innovation and Economic Development, SELD. Thursday, December 4, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Student Union - Ballroom AB - 101, Student Union - Pre-Function Space - 100, Student Union - Inter-Garrison Plaza.

OSU Board of Directors Meeting

The Board of Directors serves to improve the student experience at CSUMB and within the Otter Student Union. By facilitating communication, aligning resources, relaying the student voice, and offering programs, the board works to create a welcoming environment for the CSUMB community. Meetings will be held each month (September, October, November, December, February, March, April, May, and June) in OSU Room 310 and Zoom. Organization: Otter Student Union. Friday, December 5, 2025, 8:15 AM – 10:00 AM. Student Union - Sage - 310.

Friday Yoga

Exercise is Medicine - On Campus and Basic Needs are excited to offer Friday Yoga! Join Robyn DoCanto for an hour of gentle movement open to all. Mats provided. Organization: Kinesiology Department, Basic Needs. Friday, December 5, 2025, 12:00 PM – 12:50 PM. Mountain Hall Suite F - Dance Studio - 84-F120.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, December 5, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

MC Weekly RA Meeting

Weekly Meeting for Main Campus RAs to be updated on information relevant to their position, as well as receive professional development. Public attendance not permitted. Organization: Student Housing and Residential Life. Monday, December 8, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:50 PM. Heron Hall - Room 118.

Academic Senate Meeting

Academic Senate Meeting. Organization: Academic Senate. Monday, December 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:50 PM. Monterey Peninsula Foundation Auditorium (TAFM Library) - Room 1188.

TLA: Mindful Monday - Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Mindful Mondays, meditation sessions for our campus community during the semester. Sessions include silent and guided meditations and mindfulness exercises to help mitigate stress and support wellness. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Monday, December 8, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

SEWC

SEWC Goals & Outcomes, Provide an outlet to share out and announce important updates , Collaborate and strategize across departments and divisions to maximize student engagement, wellness, and success. , Facilitating communication channels and connection between departments , Ensuring universal design and equity for all events and programs on campus. Organization: First Year Experience. Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).

LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group Social

This is a social hour for the LGBTQ+ Employee Affinity Group where faculty and staff can come meet other queer folks on campus. Organization: Rainbow Raft Pride Center. Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM. Tides Lounge.

Office Hours with Cabinet

Join members of Cabinet each week to discuss any topic. View this link to see which Cabinet members will be in attendance. Organization: Office of the President. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. Administration Building Conference Room.

Otter Thursday

Every Thursday, we celebrate Otter Thursday and we invite our entire campus community to come together and show CSUMB pride by wearing school colors. From 11:30am to 1:30pm, students, faculty, and staff gather at the Otter Student Union for exciting music, games, giveaways, and free food. Organization: Otter Student Union. Thursday, December 11, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Student Union - Main Quad Plaza.

President's Ugly Sweater Competition

President's Ugly Sweater Competition. Organization: Office of the President. Friday, December 12, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Grassy area at Main Quad in front of the Flag Pole, Grassy area at Main Quad in the Administration Plaza.

TLA: Friday Drop-in Meditation

Come join us for the Center for TLA's weekly Friday Drop-in meditation sessions, with various themes, readings, music, and both guided and open meditation--a weekly option during the semester for taking a breath and transitioning to the end of your week and weekend. Everyone is welcome. No meditation experience is required. Wishing you all health, happiness, and peace in the Fall 2025 semester. Questions? - Contact Teaching, Learning, and Assessment at tla@csumb.edu. Interested in participating? Sign-up here. Organization: Teaching, Learning, and Assessment, Faculty Success Workshop. Friday, December 12, 2025, 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM. Online - Virtual.

UCorp New Hire Orientation

This will be a monthly mandatory University Corporation New Hire Orientation. During this meeting we will be showing a PowerPoint slides. Organization: University Corporation at Monterey Bay. Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Redwood Hall - Room 108 (West Lounge).