Connection Opportunites
Information Fair
Get connected to Chico State’s campus and community programs, services, and resources as you wind your way through the booths and displays at the Information Fair. Each booth will be staffed by knowledgeable representatives to answer all your questions and concerns.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 21 | 11:30 am – 2 pm | Kendall Hall Lawn |
Free BBQ and Live Music
After your department meeting, join the faculty and staff at CSU, Chico at a free BBQ for all new students! You will be able to enjoy live music and peruse the Information Fair to get yourself better acquainted with your new campus and community.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 21 | 12:00 – 1:30 pm | Kendall Hall Lawn |
Wildcat Recreation Center (WREC)
Come and participate in a variety of programs, events, and services at your new WREC Center. Visit the WREC website for more details.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Daily | 6:00 am – 12:00 am | WREC Center (corner of 2nd and Cherry Streets. |
Residence Halls Open
Please consult your housing confirmation (sent in May) and/or assignment packet (sent in August) for your specific move-in date and time.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, August 17 | 9:00 am | Residence Halls |
| Tuesday, August 18 | 9:00 am | Residence Halls |
| Wednesday, August 19 | 9:00 am | Residence Halls |
| Thursday, August 20 | 9:00 am | Residence Halls |
Classroom Tours
This sixty- to- ninety minute classroom tour departs from the Advising & Orientation Office and will help you find your way around campus while learning about the variety of resources and services available to Chico State students. Bring your class schedule, the tour guide will tailor the campus tour to help you learn more about where your classes will be, where your major department is, and any other places you may be interested in learning more about.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 19 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm | Student Services Center Lobby |
| Thursday, August 20 | 4:00 – 5:00 pm | Student Services Center Lobby |
| Friday, August 21 | 4:00 - 5:00 pm | Student Services Center Lobby |
Get Your Wildcat ID Card
Get your official CSU, Chico campus identification card – the Wildcat Card! Please bring an official form of photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or Military ID) with you.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Daily (Monday – Friday) | 8 am – 5 pm | Student Services Center 180 |
Information Tent
Knowledgeable and helpful university staff will be available to provide assistance and answer any questions you and your family may have about the university and the Chico community.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 19 | 9 am – 3 pm | North Entry of BMU |
| Thursday, August 20 | 9 am – 3 pm | North Entry of BMU |
| Friday, August 21 | 9 am – 3 pm | North Entry of BMU |
Shasta & Lassen Hall Ice Cream Social
LOTS of ice cream, music, and great people to meet!
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 19 | 7:30 pm | Lassen/Shasta Lawn |
University Village Pool Party
This is an opportunity for University Village residents to relax and get acquainted after a busy day of moving in.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, August 20 | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm | University Village |
Introduction to Computer Resources
This one-hour workshop is your opportunity to learn first hand about the university’s computer resources, including department and open access computer labs, obtaining a wildcat email account, the Internet, the Library Research Station, training opportunities, and remote computing.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 21 | 3:30 pm | Tehama 131 |
Chico Bike Tour
This is an informal bike tour of downtown Chico and Bidwell Park by Adventure Outings. We’d love to show you some of our favorite spots in town and help you learn to navigate your way by bike. The event is FREE – all you need is a bike. We will meet at the Free Speech Area and depart from there.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 21 | 4pm – 6 pm | Free Speech Area |
Free Comedy Show
Enjoy your evening with friends at this FREE comedy show. Comedian Buzz Sutherland performs at colleges throughout the country and has won countless awards for making others laugh! On top of an evening of laughter and fun, there will be drawings to win lots of free prizes! Just bring the ticket you got at the Friday morning Convocation & Wildcat Welcome. You must be present to win!
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, August 21 | 8:00 pm | BMU Auditorium |
Sacramento River Float Trip
Floating down the cool waters of the Sacramento River is a great way to explore outside of Chico. Adventure Outings will be your guides on this fun, laid-back day trip. We’ll provide transportation and a variety of boats, from rafts to inflatable kayaks to canoes. Cost is $30. This trip usually fills fast, so please sign up in advance at Adventure Outings in the Wildcat Recreation Center or call 898-4011 for more info.
| Day | Time |
|---|---|
| Saturday, August 22 | 9 am – 5pm |
Associated Students Presents Welcome Back Concert
Enjoy the evening and the music with fellow CSU, Chico students and staff at the free concert on the Rose Garden Lawn. AS presents "The Hooliganz".
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, August 22 | 6:00 pm | Rose Garden Lawn |
Chico City Bus Tours
Associated Students Sustainability Program. Come take a tour and learn how to use the city bus! Tours leave from Whitney Hall at 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m on Saturday August 22nd. Bus trips will go to the North Valley Plaza, where Trader Joes and the Cinemark are located, as well as to the Chico Mall on 20th Street, where you can find Grocers, Best Buy, Target, JC Penny’s and many other stores. Riding the bus is easy, cheap, and the best choice for the environment!
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, August 22 | 9:30 am | Whitney Hall |
| Saturday, August 22 | 1:30 pm | Whitney Hall |
Associated Students Presents Movie Under the Stars
All students are invited to a free movie - "Star Trek" on the lawn by the Free Speech Area. Free popcorn will also be provided.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, August 23 | 8:30 – 10 pm | Free Speech Lawn |
Associated Students presents Welcome Back Concerts
First week of School RX Bandits will be playing Tuesday, August 25th. Richie Spice will be playing Thursday, August 27th. Tickets available University Box Office for more information check out online at http://www.aschico.com/presents
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, August 25th | 8:00 pm (doors open at 7:30 pm) | BMU Auditorium |
| Thursday, August 27th | 8:00 pm (doors open at 7:30 pm) | BMU Auditorium |
Sustainability Involvement Faire
Want to get involved and help the planet? Make friends while making a difference on campus. Representatives from all the sustainability-related student organizations, clubs, and programs on campus will be recruiting new members. Find out what each group is working on this semester and whether they are offering internships, paid positions, or volunteer opportunities. 2-minute presentations from each group will begin at 5:15pm. Each group will have an information table for browsing. Snacks and beverages will be served. Participating organizations include:
AS Sustainability Program
AS Recycling Program
Environmental Action Resource Center (E-ARC)
Green Campus Program (GCP)
Recycling & Rubbish Exhibit (RARE)
Environmental Affairs Council (EAC)
Net Impact (NI)
Institute for Sustainable Development (ISD)
Compost Display Area & Garden
This Way to Sustainability Conference planning team
Organic Vegetable Project
Konkow Organic Garden
Sustainable Consultation of Office Practices (SCOOP)
For more information, contact Robyn DiFalco, AS Sustainability Program, BMU 301, rdifalco@csuchico.edu, 530-898-6677 or visit www.aschico.com/sustainability
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Monday, August 31 | 5:00 - 7:00 pm | BMU 210 |
Upper Bidwell Park Swim
Join Adventure Outings to discover some amazing places in Upper Bidwell Park. The park is the recreation spot of choice for the community and students. Seek sanctuary from the heat with us as we discover the various swimming holes and get to know other Freshman students. Cost is $15 which includes transportation and a light snack. Please sign up in advance at Adventure Outings in the Wildcat Recreation Center or call 898-4011 for more info.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, August 19 | 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm | Upper Bidwell Park |
| Thursday, August 20 | 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Upper Bidwell Park |
Downtown Chico Events
Thursday Night Market
The Downtown Chico Business Association presents “Thursday Night Market”. Come and explore Downtown Chico’s Certified Farmers Market offering the season’s freshest assortments of fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, nuts, herbs, and house plants along with jewelry, food, and non-profit organizations. Entertainment for the whole family!
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday evenings | 6 pm – 9pm | Broadway Street |
Friday Night Concerts
The Downtown Chico Business Association presents “Friday Night Concerts”, held in the City Plaza every Friday evening.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Friday evenings | 7 pm – 8:30 pm | City Plaza |
Chico Farmer's Market
Meet local growers in the Municipal Parking Lot on East 2nd and Wall Streets in downtown Chico while they sell their produce and wares year-round every Saturday, rain or shine.
| Day | Time | Place |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday | 7:30 am – 1 pm | 2nd & Wall Streets |