Events

USS EVENTS

October 2026

Cal Poly Pomona is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.

CAPS x USS: Book Club Session 1

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Rainbow Weaver (Bldg. 26, Rm 104). Join us for community and meaningful conversations about New Skin by Sarah Wang as we explore themes connected to mental health, identity and navigating life transitions.

CAPS x USS: Book Club Session 2

Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Rainbow Weaver (Bldg. 26, Rm 104). Join us for community and meaningful conversations about New Skin by Sarah Wang as we explore themes connected to mental health, identity and navigating life transitions.

Dia de Muertos

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM. Join us to celebrate Día de los Muertos by creating your own mini ofrenda. Students can decorate and personalize their own small altar while learning about the meaning and traditions behind this special celebration.

Fall 2026

Undocu Month of Action

Undocu Month of Action is hosted by Undocumented Students Services (USS) to promote education and understanding of the undocumented and immigrant community.

Common Read with Dr. Ocampo

Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 11:00 am, located in Rainbow Weaver (Bldg. 26, Rm 104). — A conversation with Dr. Ocampo, faculty, whose nomination for Common Read was chosen this academic year. Join this conversation on why Solito is relevant to today's immigration climate.

Undocu Network

Wednesday, October 13, 2026 at 10:00 am, located in MPR (Bldg. 52) — Faculty and Staff, join the Network to learn how to support immigrant students on campus. This first session will allow you to learn about the challenges of undocumented and immigrant students in higher education, and it will also open the door for you to start planning a project on how to support our community.

Find Your Balance: Managing Stress

Tuesday, October 13, 2026 at 12:00 pm, located in USS (Bldg. 26, Rm 101) — Join USS and CAPS to be in community and have discussions around Imposter Syndrome and Stress management. Learn about stress tolerance and build coping strategies to avoid burn out this academic year.

Crafting & Conversation

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 4:00 pm, located in Rainbow Weaver (Bldg. 26, Rm 104) — Transferring to CPP could bring feelings of uncertainty but also excitement. Join USS for this Transfer Student Mixer where you will have an opportunity to meet new transfer students, do an activity, and build community with the USS team. Refreshments will be provided.

CSAC Annual Financial Aid Workshops

Financial Aid 101

Financial Aid Workshops for students and families would benefit from this one-hour financial aid and application overview. Open and free to all students and their families.

Financial Aid 101 (Virtual | Oct. 8th)

Thursday, October 8, 2026, at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM — This webinar is intended for College bound STUDENTS and FAMILIES interested in an overview of financial aid. It will include information about financial aid applications, deadlines, types of financial aid and where to find more money for college. Live Q&A will be available for the duration of the presentation. This is a VIRTUAL workshop that will be held via ZOOM.

Financial Aid 101 (Virtual | Oct. 28th)

Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM — This webinar will cover updates on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and California Dream Act Application (CADAA), as well as an overview of federal and state financial aid programs. Live Q&A will be available for the duration of the presentation. This is a VIRTUAL workshop that will be held via ZOOM.

October 2026

CARECEN Workshops

CARECEN hosts various workshops that are open to the CPP community throughout the semester. We are also sharing event from Immigration Legal Defense.

Nav Intl & Domes Travel as a Non-Citizen

Friday, October 2, 2026, at 2:00 PM — Please join Staff Attorneys from the Central American Resource Center on a informational webinar explaining the ins and outs of travel as a noncitizen. This webinar is suited for all folks, regardless of status.

Updates in Immigration Law (SPANISH)

Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 12:00 PM — Únase a nuestra presentacion para conocer las últimas novedades en materia de ley de inmigración.

Pathways to Citizenship

Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 3:00 PM — Join CARECEN's College Legal Services team for an overview of different pathways to citizenship!

Pathways to Citizenship (SPANISH)

Friday, October 16, 2026, at 2:00 PM — ¡Únase a CARECEN para aprender sobre las formas de alivio migratorio que potencialmente pueden resultar a la ciudadanía estadounidense para aquellos que son indocumentados o tienen DACA!

Updates in Immigration Law

Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 1:00 PM— Learn about recent updates in immigration law.