Inspire Sonoma ft Henry Kaku
During WWII Henry's entire family, Parents, Grandparents, Brother and Sister were all put in America's Concentration Camp for over 4years. They were in prison during the duration of the War and beyond for 6 months. After the War, his entire family was deported to Japan even though they were American citizens born in the United States.
Henry keeps the story alive by giving presentations to High Schools, Colleges and community groups. Born in Japan in 1948 his family came home to the U.S. in 1956 after regaining their U.S. Citizenship.
He recently had a short film made about his family from the National Geographic, titled "Loyal American"
After Pearl Harbor, Keige Kaku was discharged from the U.S. Army, imprisoned in a Japanese concentration camp, or so-called “internment camp”, and deported. Eighty years later, Keige’s son Henry retraces his father’s footsteps to confront the question: What does it mean to be a Loyal American?
Inspire Sonoma utilizes existing programs to invite featured speakers to advance CSU-aligned priorities through focused dialogue and connection. It aims to strengthen cross-sector partnerships at Sonoma State University, develop ethical and civic leadership, advance workforce readiness and economic mobility, and connect talent to opportunity, while reinforcing Sonoma State University and Sonoma County’s role within the CSU ecosystem as a hub for collaboration, innovation, and regional impact.
For more information, contact burtonb@sonoma.edu.
Men's Club Soccer Game
Cheer on our Sonoma State Men’s Soccer Club as they take on Monterey Bay. Free admission for students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Follow the club on Instagram @ssumensclubsoccer for up to date games and information.
Party for the Green: A Night at the Supper Club
Celebrate the opening of the season with an evening inspired by the timeless charm of the supper club. Prior to the performance by the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, join us for dinner and drinks at Prelude. Party for the Green will feature a warm, intimate atmosphere that evokes the elegance and spirit of a bygone era.
For more information on the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis performance visit https://gmc.sonoma.edu/jlco.
Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
The September 26 concert in Weill Hall will make jazz history as this performance is part of Wynton Marsalis’ final season as Artistic Director of Jazz at Lincoln Center and Music Director of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO), comprises 15 of the finest jazz soloists and ensemble players today. Under Music Director Wynton Marsalis, they perform a vast repertoire, from rare historic compositions to Jazz at Lincoln Center-commissioned works, including compositions by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Thelonious Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, and more. This performance is not available for subscription discounts, but can still count toward your total number of shows.
HUB: Black Student Union (BSU) Meeting
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The Black Student Union, or BSU, is a student-run organization filled with life, community, and diversity. Although everyone is welcome, the club is intentionally designed to provide Black and Brown students with a safe and supportive space where they can be themselves unapologetically. BSU is a club where students get together and learn about Black History and build community.
Please reach out to leonardjan@sonoma.edu with any questions or concerns.
IMPACT: Empowerment 101
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Join us for Empowerment 101, an introduction to IMPACT Bay Area’s approach to personal safety. Learn to recognize and honor your own intuition, develop assertive body language and powerful verbal skills, and practice simple and effective physical strike techniques! IMPACT will help you gain the confidence and skills to feel safer in the world, all are welcome (and encouraged) to attend!
Visiting Artist Lecture Series
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Artist Joshua Moreno - Joshua examines the overlapping relationship between the natural and human-made environment and highlights patterns and systems of efficiency that exist within them.
Contact mctaggle@sonoma.edu.
Women in Conversation ft Anne Lamott
Experience a truly special evening with Anne Lamott, the bestselling author known for her profound and witty insights on life’s biggest challenges. Through her bestselling novels and essays, she tackles subjects that most of us shy away from, like loss, faith and motherhood with a rare blend of ruthless honesty and laugh-out-loud humor. Lamott’s writing is a lifeline, offering hope, comfort and inspiration without sugarcoating the difficulties. Join us as she shares her unique perspective in a moderated conversation, exploring the themes that define her work. $44 ticket price is inclusive of fees.
For more information visit https://www.socowomenevents.com.
Bayan and Belonging
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Join us at the HUB to spend time with AANHPI ( Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander) and Allies to come together to play, reflect, create and explore in a relaxed environment, meet and get to know new people and feel connected to our community.
Please reach out to ngmo@sonoma.edu with any questions or concerns.
Chef Don’s Cooking Class: Birria Quesatacos with Pickled Onions
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Learn to cook like a pro with Executive Chef Don Cortes! Make Birria Quesatacos with Pickled Onions and enjoy your creation, too! Sign ups are available here. Each cooking class is limited to 10 spots. Cooking classes are free for SSU students.