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Move-in Day 1
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Various locations | Residential students
Welcome to your new home. Arrive at your scheduled time, get settled in and get ready — the Otter experience starts now.

Residential Community Meetings (Required)
Times vary | World Theater | Residential students
Meet your community, learn about campus living and connect with staff who are here to support you.

• 6 to 6:30 p.m. (Cypress, Asilomar, Willett)
• 6:45 to 7:15 p.m. (Manzanita, Yarrow, Avocet)
• 7:30 to 8 p.m. (Tortuga, Sanderling)

Parent and Family Reception
6:30 to 7:30 p.m. | University Center Auditorium
Families and supporters are an important part of every student’s journey. Join us for refreshments, campus welcome remarks and connection with other Otter families.
Questions: orientation@csumb.edu

Playfair
8 to 10 p.m. | Otter Sports Center | New students
Start building friendships right away through this high-energy, interactive experience designed to bring the new class together.

Move-in Day 2
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. | Various locations | Residential students
Students in North Quad, Promontory and East Campus move in and prepare for the start of classes.

Community Meetings
7 to 8 p.m. | Various locations
Connect with your residential community, meet your RA and learn about available resources.

New Student Convocation (Required)
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Along Divarty Street

College Mixers: Every major on campus is a part of one of our 5 colleges at Â鶹´å. Come meet your dean, faculty, and fellow students within your college. You will have the opportunity to network, learn more about events, services and traditions your college hosts, and we’ll play games to raffle off prizes. 

Convocation Ceremony: New Student Convocation serves as a required formal welcome to Â鶹´å and celebrates our new otters. This Â鶹´å tradition marks the start of a new academic year and commemorates the beginning of your academic journey.

Campus Cookout
12:30 to 2 p.m. | Main Quad
Gather with the Otter community for a complimentary meal, music and activities.

RecFest
1 to 2 p.m. | Main Quad
You Otter Play.. Come join the Recreation team in celebrating our annual #RecFest highlighting health, wellness and recreation opportunities for Â鶹´å students on and off campus. This event will host our Sports Clubs, Intramural Sports, Outdoor Recreation, and Otter Cycle Center. This an awesome chance to make some new connections with the Â鶹´å community and find ways to recreate, have fun, and live healthy.

Parenting Otter Welcome
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. | Redwood Hall
Join OtterCare, Family Friendly, and the Parenting Otter Program for a celebration and welcome of parenting students and your families! Kid Friendly Food, Crafts, Activities and fun for all ages!

Late Night with OSU
8 to 11:30 p.m. | OSU Ballroom
Explore the Otter Student Union, enjoy free food and entertainment, and connect with other students before classes begin.

Class-Finding Tours
10 to 11:30 a.m. | OSU Main Quad Plaza
Get comfortable navigating campus before your first day of classes. Open to all students.

Mountain Bike Handling Skills Clinic
10:00 a.m to 1 p.m. | Otter Cycle Center
Join Recreation's Otter Cycle Center for a free mountain bike skills clinic.
This is a hands-on clinic where you will practice skills that will help develop your balance, control and stability. You will get a free helmet and bike rental, or you can bring your own.

Otter Games
12 to 4 p.m. | Rec Field
Otter Games is a multi-event community competition organized by Otter Media that is heavily inspired by the Netflix original series Squid Game. The event features a variety of team-based and strategic challenges modeled after the show’s high-stakes format, including games like Red Light, Green Light, Capture the Flag, Tug of War, and Hot Pot.

Welcome Back Bingo
6 to 9 p.m. | OSU Ballroom
Join us for an evening of excitement, laughter, and fantastic prizes at our thrilling Bingo Event! Get ready to shout "BINGO!" as we gather for an unforgettable night of fun and friendly competition. Let the bingo balls roll and the good times flow! 

The Plunge
8 to 10 a.m. | Beach (transportation from Lot 71)
Take part in a beloved Otter tradition — start your year with a Pacific Ocean dip and s’mores on the beach.

Ice Cream Social
Noon to 2 p.m. | Student Housing Office
Cool off, meet fellow Otters and enjoy sweet treats. Shirts available while supplies last.

Dive-in Movie Night
7:30 to 10 p.m. | OSU Inter-Garrison Plaza

Commuter Donuts and Dash
8 to 10 a.m. (while supplies last) | Lot 71
Grab a quick breakfast and head to class. Designed for commuter students, but open to all.

Karaoke with the Clubs (Aug. 25)
6:30 to 8:30 p.m. | OSU Steps
Sing, connect and meet student organizations in a fun, relaxed setting.

Sneaker Ball After Party
7 to 10 p.m. | OSU Ballroom
Celebrate community and culture with music, performances and an energetic night hosted by the Affinity Centers.

La Entrada Otter Thursday
11 a.m. to 2 p.m. | OSU Plaza
Celebrate community with food, music and games. Sponsored by the President’s Office.

Pop in for Popsicles
2–5 p.m. | Library, Suite 2125
Meet tutors, explore academic support and enjoy a treat.

Kite Decorating Workshop
3 to 4 p.m. | Building 12 Quad
Create your own kite — no experience needed.

Esports Mario Kart Tournament
6 to 8 p.m. | OSU Ballroom
Compete or cheer on friends in a high-energy gaming event.

Mountain Bike Rides
12:30 to 4:30 p.m. | Otter Cycle Center
Explore Fort Ord trails on guided, beginner-friendly rides. Equipment provided.

Monte Royale: Casino Night
8 to 11 p.m. | OSU Ballroom
Games, prizes and entertainment — no experience required.

Otter Media Open House
4 to 6 p.m. | Divarty Quad
Enjoy live music and learn how to get involved with student media.