(Kits-Kats & Kickstart Your Semester: Key Dates, Deadlines, and Semester Success)
Hosted By: YOURS
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: January 29, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Kick off the semester the right way!
Join us for Kits-Kats & Kickstart Your Semester, where you’ll map out class schedules, deadlines, and important dates, learn smart planning strategies, and set yourself up for success all while enjoying a fun Japanese Kit Kat taste test!
What’s Your Zodiac? (Connections and Cultural Learning)
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA x CAPS Counselor Stacie Pham
Location: SMSU North 3310
Date & Time: January 27, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
What’s Your Zodiac?
Come connect, reflect, and learn with fellow AANHPI students in this engaging talking circle focused on zodiac traditions across Asian cultures. From the Chinese zodiac to Vietnamese, Japanese, and other cultural systems, we’ll explore how astrology is used for storytelling, self-reflection, and understanding personality traits. Share your experiences, reflect on identity and values, and build meaningful peer connections in a welcoming, culturally affirming space.
AI in College for Beginners
Hosted by: YOURS x COYOTE EXPERIENCE
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: February 3, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Fluency introduces students to the ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence in the college setting. This session focuses on using AI as a learning support while maintaining academic integrity, understanding institutional and class by class expectations, and recognizing the risks and limitations of AI tools. Students will learn how to think critically about AI-generated content and make informed choices that support honest scholarship.
AI for Better Learning
Hosted by: YOURS x COYOTE EXPERIENCE
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: February 10, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
A continuation of AI in College for Beginners; this workshop goes beyond the basics and zooms in on real academic use cases. Learn how to use AI to study smarter, understand readings faster, brainstorm and outline papers, prep for exams, and get unstuck on problems without crossing into academic integrity gray areas. Walk away with practical prompts, workflow templates, and a clear sense of when (and when not) to use AI for your classes.
Origami & Opportunity: Fold in Some Fun (Adding Whimsy in Your Life)
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA x CAPS Counselor Stacie Pham
Location: SMSU North 3310
Date & Time: February 10, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Origami & Opportunity: Fold in Some Fun
Take a break, get creative, and connect with fellow AANHPI students! In this hands-on session, we’ll explore origami and crafts as tools for self-expression, mindfulness, and playful reflection. Through low-stakes creative activities, you’ll practice goal-setting, strengthen academic and cognitive skills, and foster connection in a supportive, community-centered space.
Roots, Branches, and Chosen Bonds
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA x CAPS Counselor Stacie Pham
Location: SMSU North 3310
Date & Time: February 17, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Family can mean more than blood. Join fellow AANHPI students to explore what family, belonging, and support look like beyond traditional definitions. Reflect on your cultural roots, navigate complex family dynamics, and celebrate the chosen bonds you cultivate in college, all in a supportive, culturally affirming space.
Sticky Notes & Sticky Rice: Studying Strategies that Stick
Hosted by: YOURS
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: February 19, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Study smarter, not harder!
Join us for Sticky Rice, Sticky Notes: Strategies That Stick, a hands-on session covering study tips and techniques for different majors and types of course content. Learn about useful academic tools, explore on-campus resources, and enjoy mango sticky rice while picking up strategies that actually stick!
From Ramen to Résumé: Surviving the Internship Search
Hosted by: YOURS
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: March 5, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Turn cup noodles into career fuel!
Join From Ramen to Résumé: Surviving the Internship Search to learn how to find internships, build a strong résumé, and prepare for industry roles even if you’re just getting started. Explore campus resources, gain practical tips, and enjoy instant ramen favorites like Cup Noodles and Buldak!
Who Turned the Difficulty Up? Achievement Unlocked: Asking for Help
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA x CAPS Counselor Stacie Pham
Location: SMSU North 3310
Date & Time: March 10 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who Turned the Difficulty Up? Achievement Unlocked: Asking for Help
Level up your self-care! Join fellow AANHPI students to explore the challenges of asking for support amid cultural expectations, perfectionism, and family obligations. We’ll share strategies, and celebrate the achievements that come from seeking help and building community.
Ramen & Research: How to Find Your First Research Experience
Hosted by: YOURS
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: March 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Curious about research but not sure where to start?
Join Ramen & Research: How to Find Your First Research Experience to learn how to explore research opportunities, connect with faculty mentors, and prepare for research internships or assistantships. Discover helpful campus resources, gain practical guidance, and enjoy instant ramen while planning your next academic step.
Letting Passions Evolve (Inherited vs. Chosen Paths)
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA x CAPS Counselor Stacie Pham
Location: SMSU North 3310
Date & Time: March 17th, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Letting Passions Evolve / Paths We Inherit, Paths We Choose
Your journey is yours to shape. 🌱Join fellow AANHPI students to explore the balance between family expectations, cultural values, and your own evolving interests. This session provides a supportive space to reflect on how passions and goals can change over time, normalize growth and exploration, and discuss ways to honor both personal fulfillment and cultural influences.
Pasifika Culture Night
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA x SBCUSD
Location: SMSU NORTH CONFERENCE CENTER A-E
Date & Time: April 7, 2026 | 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Join us for Pasifika Culture Night, an evening of vibrant performances, storytelling, and shared traditions that honor the richness of Pasifika cultures. Together, we celebrate identity, and community.
AI for Career
Hosted by: YOURS x COYOTE EXPERIENCE
Location: SMSU South 221
Date & Time: April 21, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
AI for Career is a hands-on workshop designed for college students interested in using technology to enhance resumes, applications, and the overall career search experience. Learn practical, responsible ways to use AI to prepare for internships, jobs, and graduate school.
XP Gained: Reflecting on Your Journey
Hosted by: YOURS x APIDA & CAPS Counselor Stacie Pham
Location: SMSU North 3310
Date & Time: April 28, 2026 | 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
XP Gained: Reflecting on Your Journey
Level up your self-reflection! Join fellow AANHPI students in a supportive talking circle to celebrate personal growth, acknowledge achievements, and reframe challenges as opportunities. This session helps students recognize their skills, resilience, and milestones while fostering self-compassion, a growth mindset, and mental wellness in a culturally affirming space.
We are not hosting any events during May. Good luck on your finals!
Check back during summer for our Fall '26 events, or check out our Archive page for our Fall '25 events!