Campus Updates
TO: Sonoma State Community
FR: Culinary Services
We are excited to welcome the return of $5 Fridays at The Kitchens for the spring semester! Mark your calendars and get ready to enjoy a special $5 door price from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the dates below:
TO: All Employees
FR: Jeff Wilson, Project Lead, San Francisco Bay Region Network, Vice President, Administration and Finance and CFO, San Francisco State University and Sonoma State University; Karen R. Moranski, Vice President of Regional Network Transformation, San Francisco Bay Region Network
Dear Colleagues,
The February Monthly Update for the San Francisco Bay Region Network is now available.
TO: Campus Community
FR: Nader Oweis, Chief of Police
Sonoma State University will host a Mass Casualty Tabletop Exercise from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday, February 12.
The tabletop exercise will focus on mass casualty events affecting multiple jurisdictions within North Bay counties. The goal is to improve coordination and communication of first responder agencies that might be involved in planning and preparing for a major event or mass casualty event occurring in North Bay counties.
TO: Campus Community
FR: Nader Oweis, Chief of Police
The Sonoma State University Police Department is seeking community assistance with information about a suspected explosive device that was discovered at 5:45 p.m. today at the northwest section of the Lakes.
Officers were alerted to the suspected device by a community member who was magnet fishing at the Lakes. The community member contacted the University Police Department, which immediately isolated the area and began an investigation.
TO: All Employees
FR: Paul Edwards, Interim Vice President, Strategic Enrollment Management; Kelley Kaslar, Director of Student Recruitment and Orientation
Dear SSU Staff and Faculty,
As we look ahead to Orientation 2026, we’re excited to share several updates designed to support campus efficiencies, preserve our valuable human resources, and create an even more vibrant and engaging experience for our newest Seawolves.
TO: All Employees
FR: Dr. Khou Yang-Vigil, Executive Director, Center for Academic Access and Student Enrichment (CAASE)
Dear SSU Colleagues:
The Center for Academic Access and Student Enrichment (CAASE) warmly invites you to attend our CAASE Open House on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Schulz 1119 (first floor of the University Library).
TO: Campus Community
FR: Dr. Erin Hunter, Director of Residential Education and Campus Housing (REACH)
Dear Campus Community
We want to share that NOMA Cares will be temporarily relocated through Monday, March 9.
During this time, NOMA Cares resources remain available to offer care, guidance, and support:
Confidential Advocate:
TO: All Faculty and Staff
FR: Zeke Baker, Chair, SSU Environmental Sciences Task Force
Dear SSU Colleagues:
As you may know, Sonoma State University is committing $2 million over the next several years to strengthening environmental sciences, including both natural and social science disciplines. The Environmental Sciences Task Force has been charged with developing informed, workable budget recommendations to guide this exciting investment.
TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Chandra Holte, AVP for Human Resources
This is a reminder that nominations remain open through 5pm this Friday, February 6th for the Trustee Wenda Fong and Mr. Daniel Fetterly Staff Award - a CSU systemwide, Board-level recognition honoring the extraordinary contributions of staff.
TO: Sonoma State Employees
FR: Employee Wellness Program, Payroll and Benefits
Whether you are looking for ways to recharge, stay active or simply take a moment for yourself, this month’s wellness offerings are here to support you with flexibility, encouragement, and community.