First Year | First Six

First Year | First Six is a signature First Year Experience program that ensures you get engaged with campus events the moment you step foot in Moraga! Whether you want to mix and mingle with other students in your major or learn more about getting involved on campus, we've got something for you! Click on each week below to see the exciting list of events planned!  
Six Weeks of activities to show you how we do it at Saint Mary's!
Week 1

Wednesday, August 26

Virtual Involvement Fair, 12-2:30pm

Come learn about student organizations, Campus Activities Board, Associated Students, and a few other departments offering involvement opportunities and programs! Hosted by Student Involvement & Leadership and Associated Students, the fair will feature all student organization under Associated Students and a few select departments via SPOT. 

Thursday, August 27

Dance Nation Auditions
Sign up for an audition slot by emailing stage manager Maya Dahlbacka, mid5@stmarys-ca.edu

 

Under 30:  New Works Festival Auditions/Interviews
Sign up for an audition slot by emailing Professor Amissa Miller, akm13@stmarys-ca.edu

Tuesday, September 1

Bible Study/Faith Sharing Community
12:00 p.m.

Enjoy food, friendship, and a good conversation about life, love, and the light of the Gospel for Sunday's Mass. Bring your lunch and bring a friend!

Wednesday, September 2

Wake Up Wednesday 
9-11 a.m. | Location:  TBD

This is the perfect time to meet your Success Coach and enjoy a free cup of coffee!

Mission and Ministry Center Meet & Greet
4:00 p.m.

Friday, September 4

Intercultural Center Open House/Feel Good Friday
12:30-1:30 p.m. |  Zoom Link

Join the Intercultural Center's virtual open house for fun games, raffle prizes and updates on our fall programming calendar.  At our first "Feel Good Friday" of the year you'll meet our fabulous student staff and learn about all of the amazing programs, events and resources that our center provides.

Saturday, September 5

Yoga and Meditation
10:00 a.m. | Zoom Link

Take time to reflect, slow down, and connect virtually with Life Coach Sherry Ellingson to do some yoga accompanied with meditation.

Friday, September 11

Black Student Union Meet & Greet
4:30 p.m. |  Zoom Link

Hey Cousin! Well maybe we don’t consider one another cousins quite yet but we want to cultivate a bond with you. The BSU honestly is a big family here to support, encourage, defend and inform all of our members. We are open to everyone. The purpose of our Meet & Greet is to meet new Gaels and reconnect with friends we haven’t seen in a while. It’s basically a family reunion. While we may be virtual this time around that doesn’t limit the connections we can make, it just changes how we’ll make them. This event is student centered for both undergraduate and graduate students but we’ll be lending a little time to faculty/staff to come and engage with us.

Monday, September 14

Team Up With Tutors!
2:00 p.m. | Zoom Link

The purpose of this presentation is to share all the tutoring support resources that are available to students across campus. In partnership with the Center for Writing Across the Curriculum Center (CWAC) and the Science Technology Engineering and Math (STEM) Center, the goal is to make students aware of these wonderful resources and how they can connect with the wonderful peer tutors.

Wednesday, September 16

Wellness Fair
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.  

Departments across campus will provide fun, interactive programs related to wellness, including physical, emotional, spiritual, financial, relational, and cultural well-being. Look for healthy eating tips, online exercise routines, virtual pet therapy, and more!

Saturday, September 19

BSU (Black Student Union) Movie Night
6:00 p.m.  | Zoom Link

Grab some comfy clothes, a cozy blanket and some popcorn  because we’re watching a movie! The movie might be a classic or something new, we’ll advertise it to our email list and social media followers. We look forward to seeing you all cozy wherever you may be.

Wednesday, September 23

Mass of the Holy Spirit
Community Time

All are encouraged to attend this special liturgy as we seek the blessing of God's Spirit upon our campus community.  Be part of this rich tradition at the beginning of every academic year.

Friday, September 25

Escape Room sponsored by the Library
5:00 p.m. | Zoom Link

Participate in our library Escape room with your peers. 

Tuesday, September 29

Black History Kahoot sponsored by BSU
6:00 p.m. | Zoom Link

Do you know Black history? Let’s see you flex that knowledge, or get the opportunity to learn something new. We believe that knowledge is power, knowledge of our history keeps us empowered to never allow it to be repeated. The Kahoot will have a mix of SMC BSU history and general Black history. Who do you think will take first place?

Tuesday, September 29

Presidential Debate Watch Party sponsored by School of Liberal Arts and Professor Steve Woolpert
6:00 p.m. | Register here

The election is only 5 weeks away, and the stakes couldn't be higher. Whether you are eligible to vote or not, please join us to watch the first Presidential Debate live this Tuesday, September 29, at 6:00 PM, followed by a facilitated discussion. You can also register to vote at the event. Find out more here.