Campus Updates
TO: Campus Community
FR: Adam Jarman, AVP of Development
Giving Day is officially here! For 24 hours, the Sonoma State community is joining together to support the people, programs, and opportunities that define our campus.
With more than 115 causes to choose from, there’s something meaningful for everyone to support—whether it’s a club/organization you've been a part of, an academic program you care about, or another cause that inspires you.
TO: Campus Community
FR: Andy Collinsworth, Chair of the Department of Music
The Sonoma State Department of Music invites our campus community to experience a season of live performance.
Hear the sweep of The Planets and the excitement of Star Wars. Enjoy scenes from Die Fledermaus and The Merry Widow, and a Rock Collegium set that moves from classic rock to pop favorites, with music by The Beatles, ABBA, Fleetwood Mac, Rush, Green Day, Muse, and more.
Join us in celebrating SSU students and the music they bring to life.
TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Trisha Ramos, Managing Director, Payroll/Benefits & Workers' Compensation
As Sonoma State prepares for the May 2026 launch of CHRS, there will be temporary changes to how absences and hours worked are reported during the transition period.
April Pay Period (4/01/2026 - 4/30/2026)
TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Trisha Ramos, Managing Director for Payroll, Benefits and Workers’ Compensation
Sonoma State offers a variety of optional supplemental retirement savings plans for eligible employees. Savings Plus* representatives will be on campus for open office hours on Tuesday, April 28 from 12-2:20 pm in the Human Resources suite, 2nd Floor of Salazar. We encourage you to take advantage of this opportunity to learn more about the Savings Plus 401(k) and 457 plans. In addition to the in-person office hours, you can explore the following resources:
TO: Campus Community
FR: Lauren Antoni, Director of Culinary Services
At Culinary Services, we believe that dining should be an enjoyable and accessible experience for everyone. We know that the high energy and bustling atmosphere of a campus dining hall can sometimes be overwhelming.
We are excited to announce the launch of a designated Low-Sensory Dining Space located within The Kitchens (near the Passport dining area).
What to expect:
Dear Campus Community,
As we continue to collectively reimagine Sonoma State University and address ongoing challenges, I want to keep you updated about the university’s leadership team. Periods of transition and uncertainty understandably raise questions, and I want to assure you that we are prioritizing leadership continuity and stability.
Dear Campus Community,
As Sonoma State’s Fiscal Feasibility Team continues to explore the possibility of reinstating NCAA Division II athletics, I am pleased to announce that a critical appointment has been made as part of this effort.
TO: All Employees
FR: Jeff Wilson, Chief Executive and Financial Officer, SF Bay Region Network and Vice President, Administration & Finance & Chief Financial Officer, San Francisco State University/Sonoma State University
TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Chandra Holte, AVP for Human Resources
With May just around the corner, please save the date for “Scoops of Gratitude''! We hope you will join us in Seawolf Plaza to enjoy some frozen treats, music and games.
Wednesday, May 27th
2 - 4pm
TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Chandra Holte, AVP for Human Resources and Trisha Ramos, Managing Director for Payroll/Benefits
As Sonoma State prepares for the implementation of the Common Human Resources System (CHRS), some HR-related transactions and systems will be temporarily paused from late April through mid-May 2026. These temporary pauses are necessary to support the transition to CHRS and ensure a smooth and accurate system conversion.
What to expect: