Weeks of Welcome
Date: August 24–31, 2020
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Weeks of Welcome
Week of Welcome Kick-Off Event
Date: Monday, August 24th
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Location: McAllister Parking Lot – Drive Thru
Description: Our Welcome Kick-Off Event is the first event of WOW and we are excited to welcome students back for a great year! We will be passing out free WOW t-shirts and facemasks. Students will have the opportunity to either reserve their t-shirt through a reservation form through OSL social media platforms or students can drive by and pick up their welcome back gifts.
Zoom Caricatures
Date: Tuesday, August 25th
Time: 10 am – 2 pm
Location: ZOOM (Link/Password will be sent directly to student)
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84411270577?pwd=T0UwcGsyU3hHMVpwWU1sR3lHZERWZz09
Description: Caricature made digitally on a computer by an artist and made available immediately to download. Students will have the option to sign up for a specific time slot through a through a reservation form available through OSL social media platforms or students may join the Zoom meeting to wait for an available opening with a first come first serve basis.
Speaking of SAC - WOW Edition
Date: Tuesday, August 25th
Time: 8:30 am – 9 am
Location: SAC Facebook LIVE
Description: Welcome to the 2020 – 2021 Academic School year! Starting on August 25th, our Speaking of SAC show with San Antonio College President Dr. Vela will resume. This LIVE show will be scheduled every Tuesday Morning from 8:30 to 9:00 am on the SAC Facebook page. Our first show for the semester will be a special Weeks of Welcome edition discussing information you won’t want to miss. We’ll see you there!
Mid-Day Mix w/ Men-Yo
Date: Wednesday, August 26th
Time: 11 am to 1 pm
Location: SAC Facebook LIVE
Description: Take a mid day break and mix it up with DJ Men-Yo live from our San Antonio College Facebook page. Students will have the opportunity to make song request and shout outs!
Student Convocation
Date: Thursday, August 27th
Time: 7pm-8pm
Location: SAC OSL Facebook LIVE
Description: Join us for San Antonio College’s first ever Virtual Student Convocation. This event is open to all students (new, returning and transfer). It is a great way to kick off the Fall 2020 semester. This year’s keynote speaker is Sonny Melendrez, an award-winning keynote motivational speaker, broadcaster and media consultant. The event will be streamed on San Antonio College Facebook Live.
WOW Drive Thru Giveway
Date: Friday, August 28th
Time: 9 am - 1 pm
Location: McAllister Parking Lot – Drive Thru
Description: We will be passing out free WOW t-shirts and SAC facemasks. Students will have the opportunity to either reserve their t-shirt through a reservation form through OSL social media platforms or students can drive by and pick up their welcome back gifts.
Welcome Back Party
Date: Friday, August 28th
Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
Location: SAC Facebook LIVE
Description: Celebrate the completion of the first week of school with a house party in the comfort of your own space with DJ Men-Yo! Tune in live to our San Antonio College Facebook page.
Name that Tune w/ DJ Men-Yo
Date: Monday, August 31st
Time: 11am to 1pm
Location: SAC YouTube
Description: Come and sing your favorite tunes with DJ Men-Yo. Student should reserve a timeslot with the link below.
Library Common Read – Introductory Event
Date: Tuesday, September 1st
Time: 3pm – 4pm
Location: Zoom
Zoom Link: https://alamo.zoom.us/j/2108495103
Description: The Library Common Read committee invites you to attend their kick-off event via Zoom where participants will learn more about the Library Common Read, its purpose and the events being planned around the book The Moth Presents Occasional Magic: True Stories About Defying the Impossible. Discussion on the final event - SAC Short Story SLAM will also be presented.
SACMEN Talks
Date: Tuesday, September 1st
Time: 7pm – 8pm
Location: SAC/SACMen Facebook LIVE
Description: Join SACMEN to discuss voting rights and political insights with SAC faculty and community leaders.
Scooby – Doo Virtual Run/Walk
Date: Beginning Wednesday, September 2nd
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=We5FIR5LB0-KJrXP2E6XyIi2-32nFLBBhe-_sdRVx9dUM0hMODlTWkRPTk8zQzlTUEc1Q0hKQlg4NC4u
Description: The 2020 Scooby Doo Virtual Run/Walk includes a stylish, lightweight long-sleeved tech tee with hood, finisher’s medal, insulated water bottle, and a personalized bib. Running with Fido? You can add a Scooby Doo dog collar to your registration! Registration is free for San Antonio College Students and will open on September 2nd and close September 9th. Registraion is limited and is based on a first come first serve basis.
OMG Research! Research survival tips from SAC Library
Date: Wednesday, September 2nd & Thursday, September 3rd
Time: 10am – 2pm (Every 15 Minutes)
Location: Zoom
Link: https://alamo.zoom.us/j/95866184470
Description: Library research survival tip sessions will be offered every 15 minutes beginning at 10:00 am until 2:00 pm. Join the Zoom session and hear our tips and ask your questions.
Comedy Night
Date: Thursday, September 3rd
Time: 7 pm - 8 pm
Location: ZOOM
Link: https://alamo.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eIS39vKtRGuj1FqUXPKmyw
Description: Join us for a much needed laugh with Jasmine Ellis.
Kahoot Game Night
Date: Friday, September 4th
Time: 7 pm – 8 pm
Location: SAC Facebook LIVE
Description: Come and show off your DC and Disney knowledge with a Kahoot Game Night! Tune into our San Antonio College Facebook page for a chance to win some snazzy prizes.
Resource Fair
Date: Tuesday, September 8th & Wednesday, September 9th
Time: 8am-8pm (Various Times)
Location: Canvas
Description: Join the SAC Academic Success Centers to explore the variety of academic and student support services that the college has to offer. Meet faculty and staff in various departments, programs, offices, and services. The SAC Resource Fair is an opportunity for SAC students to connect with all the resources San Antonio College has to offer.
WOW T-Shirt Reservation (This is for after 1st Week of School) https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=We5FIR5LB0-KJrXP2E6XyIi2-32nFLBBhe-_sdRVx9dUOE1TR082S0E1M0FOM0FOTUlQT1BVWlhNRS4u