Campus Week
Campus Week Events
September 30 – October 5, 2024
Golden Gate University Campus Week events take place throughout the year. They are fun opportunities to meet other GGU students, alumni, and faculty. Please check back regularly for more details on Spring, Summer, and Fall events. Please note that a reservation is required to attend.
You can register here for any campus week event listed below.
| Date | Event | Start Time | End Time | Location | Description |
| Monday, September 30 |
SFSPCA Therapy Dogs | 12:00pm | 1:00pm | 3215/3216 | Take a break and pet a pup! SFSPCA will bring adorable furry friends for pet therapy. |
| Advanced Excel Part 1 | 12:00pm | 1:30pm | 3208 | Sponsored by the Center of Business Innovation, the Lunch-and-Learn will be an interactive session as the first of a six-part series. It will cover a number of advanced Excel skills that one can use immediately. There will be an opportunity to win a prize!About the Presenter: Dr. Lance Robins is an Associate Professor in the School of Business and Associate Executive Director of the Center of Business of Business Innovation at Golden Gate University. He has also provided organizational development, quality, statistical, and business analytics expertise to such prominent organizations as First Republic Bank, Blue Shield of California, Cisco, McGraw-Hill, Sprint, and the Department of Defense. He has a B.A. in Political Science from the University of Tennessee, a M.B.A. in Business Administration from Colorado State University, and a Ph.D. in Applied Management and Decision Sciences from Walden University. He also is a certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence, Quality Auditor, and Six Sigma Master Black Belt. Lance’s goal as a professor for Golden Gate is to help students learn skills they can directly apply in their work. | |
| Tuesday, October 1 |
Shared Values, Shared Voices: A Dialogue on Citizenship | 11:30am | 1:00pm | Library Learning Commons | Everyone is a citizen! Join us for a lively two-way conversation (yes, you get to talk!) about the power of citizenship and engaging in Democracy. Share your experiences. We are in a time when communication among citizens about our culture and our roles as citizens is crucial. This ‘meet-up’ is a non-partisan opportunity to talk together about how we function or should function as a part of a democracy. Are you an international student? Are you here from another country, a veteran, a green card holder, or a local citizen looking to participate? We will talk about citizenship while modeling active civic engagement. The audience, the citizens in the room, will talk with each other in moderated conversations along with a facilitator. We want to hear about your experiences, ideas, and desires for community citizenship.
Facilitators: Jeff Raz – “Citizen Joy” (Culture and Citizenship); Robert Shoffner — DEIB and Citizenship Public Administrator |
| Midday Mindfulness Club | 12:30pm | 1:00pm | 4214 | Dedicate time to care for yourself with the kick-off session for GGU’s weekly 30-minute Tuesday Midday Mindfulness Practice. The first practice is in person and subsequent practices are on Zoom.
GGU students, faculty and staff are invited to drop-in to this weekly community of practice where together we will restore, refresh, and refocus the body, mind and breath. Each 30-minute session is facilitated by a member of the Midday Mindfulness Club and includes breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, yoga that is gentle and restorative in a chair or on the floor. No experience, props or equipment necessary. Wear comfortable clothes. Advisor and Facilitator: Amy Kweskin completed her DBA and MA at GGU and earned the following credentials to balance her business-mind: 500 Hours Registered Yoga & Pranayama Teacher; Certified Reiki Levels 1 and 2, USUI/Holy Fire Reiki Ryoho; and a Diploma in Neuro-Linguistic Programming. |
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| Refuel Your Mind: Recharge and Power Up for Success! | 1:00pm | 2:00pm | 6208/6209 | Join us for an interactive session designed to empower and uplift! “Refuel Your Mind” is an engaging event where we explore proven strategies to overcome challenges and embrace your unique strengths. | |
| Info Session with Clune Construction | 3:00pm | 4:00pm | 3214 | Learn more about Clune Construction and potential internship opportunities for project management and MBA positions. | |
| Snack n Chat | 3:00pm | 5:00pm | 4th Floor Lobby | Grab a snack and check-in with Diller Center Staff. | |
| Wednesday, October 2 |
Accounting Careers with Startup and Tech Companies | 11:00am | 12:00pm | 3208 | Do you have any idea what the accounting role at a startup/technology company looks like? Michael Liang, Accounting Manager at KongBasileConsulting shares the potential opportunities and insights of accounting roles at startup and technology companies. |
| Ascend Open Mic Night & Talent Show | 12:00pm | 1:00pm | 6208/6209 | Join us for the Golden Gate University Open Mic Night & Talent Showcase—a fun, creative event where students, faculty, and staff share their unique talents! From music and poetry to stand-up comedy and dance, this is your chance to shine on stage or simply enjoy the diverse performances. Come for the creativity, stay for the community spirit! | |
| Lunch & Learn: Money on Your Mind | 1:00pm | 3:00pm | 3208 | Psychology of money and uncover the beliefs, emotions, and habits driving your financial decisions. With support from professors and students in the Financial Planning department, you’ll dive into an interactive and experiential session designed to help you gain clarity and confidence in your relationship with money. By the end of the workshop, you’ll have practical tools to manage your finances with greater awareness and intention. Whether you’re looking to shift your money mindset or deepen your financial knowledge, this session is for you! | |
| SFVA Health Care Registration | 1:00pm | 5:00pm | 4212 | Veteran students can sign up for healthcare, get Veteran IDs and learn about other health and educations services that are offered to Veterans. | |
| Discover How to Play a Leading Role on a Non-Profit Board of Directors | 2:00pm | 3:00pm | 3201 | Speaker: Amy Kweskin, DBA
Interested in building your leadership portfolio while making a positive impact in society? Explore what it takes to join a non-profit Board of Directors. In this session you will gain insights into Board roles and responsibilities while identifying skills, knowledge and expertise you can bring to the Board table. Join us and discover how to get started in your search for the ideal non-profit match. Amy Kweskin is faculty member at Golden Gate University who earned her DBA and MA from GGU. She is recognized as a national expert in non-profit strategic planning, management, leadership, and governance. Her mission at GGU is to help students reach their fullest potential as community leaders. |
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| Makers Pop Up Event | 2:00pm | 4:00pm | 4337 | Re-energize by making and creating! Create your own notebooks, cards and bookmarks. Materials provided. Hosted by the School of Undergraduate Studies, GGU Art Gallery | |
| Massage | 2:00pm | 5:00pm | 4209 | Chair Massage: Back by popular demand! Come and unwind while receiving a 10-minute chair massage! Reserve your spot by email with melissamcnair@ggu.edu | |
| Earthquake Preparedness | 2:00pm | 5:00pm | 4th Floor | Earthquake Resources: Feel free to gather materials that will help you prepare for an earthquake! | |
| AI-Powered Project Management: Insights from a Google Program Management Leader on Enhancing Reliability and Accelerating Recovery | 3:00pm | 4:00pm | 2203 | Golden Gate University’s Project Management Club is hosting a guest speaker event featuring a Technical Program Management Leader from Google. The session will explore “The Evolution of Project Management with AI,” focusing on managing reliability, minimizing failures, and expediting recovery. Attendees will learn how AI is reshaping project management strategies in today’s tech-driven world. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from an industry expert on the future of project management. | |
| Vets Connect | 3:00pm | 5:00pm | 4212 | Are you a Veteran or Military-Connected student? Please join us for a a quick bite and meet other veteran students. | |
| SGA Campus Connect | 3:30pm | 5:00pm | 4204 | In-person and Hybrid community forum to gather insight on current student needs and issues. Register to receive the Zoom link! | |
| Women Leading the Charge: Brilliant Journey from Military to Financial Empowerment | 5:00pm | 6:30pm | 2203 | Join the GGU Women In Tech Club and the Diller Center for an enlightening and inspiring discussion with Saundra Davis, MSFP, MCC, APFC®, FBS®, a Navy veteran, nationally recognized financial coach, and lecturer at Golden Gate University. Saundra, often known as “The Financial Coach’s Coach”, will share her insights on how financial coaching can empower individuals to align their money choices with their values and future goals. This event will feature a panel discussion on women’s leadership, the intersection of financial wellness and empowerment, and the importance of ethical, competent financial advice for everyone. Saundra will share her experiences as a woman leader in the Navy and in the financial coaching industry, addressing the unique challenges she has faced. She will also discuss her journey as a financial coach, how she developed certifications like the Financial Fitness Coach® (FFC®) and Accredited Personal Finance Coach (APFC®), and how she empowers women and financial professionals to overcome barriers and succeed in both leadership and financial wellness.A Q&A session will follow, where participants can explore Saundra’s unique approach to financial coaching, mindfulness, and the transformative power of financial education. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with a dynamic financial coach and Navy veteran who is dedicated to helping people create the life they want through thoughtful and actionable financial planning!s on overcoming obstacles and thriving in male-dominated industries. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from a trailblazing GGU alumna who has overcome challenges and paved the way for women in tech and the military! | |
| Founders day – Cocktails and Conversations | 6:00pm | 8:00pm | Library | Celebrate Founders Day | |
| Thursday, October 3 |
From Surviving to Thriving: Recipes for Life | 11:00am | 12:00pm | 3201 | Speaker: Nate Hinerman, PhD, LMFT
Humans are arguably the most profoundly social species on the planet. As we evolved in the Serengeti, exile was a death sentence. Causes have effects. And, if we don’t get the supplies that we need, bit by bit, it’s like we’re living on a thin soup – you can survive, you can make it, but there’s a hollowness, an emptiness, inside. This talk will explore new “recipes” for updating our sense of being-in-the-world, even amidst the “soup” of difficult experiences. This talk will help participants learn ways to reframe negative experience and unhook from the unhelpful, and instead exchange these clouds for blue sky with more skillful means. |
| Center for Business Innovation Presents: Local Impact Global Reach: A session with the Consul General of India | 12:00pm | 2:00pm | GGU Center, 6208/6209 | Join us for an exclusive event featuring the Indian Consul General of San Francisco, Honorable CG Dr. K. Srikar Reddy. This event provides a unique opportunity for students to engage directly with esteemed diplomatic representative. Explore the influence of international relations on your academic and career paths while discussing how the Consulate can offer support and foster valuable partnerships. | |
| Unlock Career Success with Interstride — A Career Platform for International Students | 2:00pm | 3:00pm | 4204 | Join us to explore how Interstride can help international students with job search and immigration support. In this session, you’ll learn how to navigate the platform and make the most of its key features. | |
| Snack n Chat | 3:00pm | 5:00pm | 4th Floor Lobby | Grab a snack and check-in with Diller Center Staff. | |
| Friday, October 4 |
Global Art & Tastes Fall Fest | 11:00am | 12:00pm | GGU Center, 6208/6209 | International Student Club presents a vibrant celebration of diverse cultures through art and cuisine, set in a festive setting. Students are requested to bring exquisite traditional cuisine that represents their home country. Various art tables for painting the ideal representation of their culture and costumes that best describe their country. |
| Ascend Leadership Club: GGU Alumni Party Networking Mixer | 12:00pm | 1:00pm | 3201 | Join us for the GGU Alumni Party Networking Mixer, where we’ll host a special panel discussion featuring our very own GGU alumni, including Alice Yagolnitser, CPA (MS in Accounting’14) and special alumni guests (TBD). | |
| DBA Symposium | 7:00pm | — | Virtual Event Join via Zoom |
This is a virtual event for our DBA students to talk about requirements. | |
| Saturday, October 5 |
