Make sure to visit VikesConnect for lots of other activities & events throughout the week!

Greetings Vikings! It's the last week of classes for spring 2024 semester. Next week is finals! To get ready for the end of the semester, there's lots of fun and interesting things to do like CarniVike, Calm the Vike Down, Summer Skål, and more. So when you need to take a break from studying, consider taking advantage of these events. We hope you have a great week!

Go Vikings!

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"Take Five" Mental Health Awareness

Monday, April 29

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SC Atrium

Don't miss the chance to grab FREE lunch with the CSU Counseling Center! You're invited to join the CSU Counseling Center for their Mental Health Awareness Month celebration on Monday, April 29 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Student Center Atrium. Take five minutes to learn more about prioritizing your mental health in the midst of upcoming finals, receive helpful resources, and be one of the first 180 students to receive a FREE boxed lunch with sandwich, chips and dessert!

Your mental health matters and the Counseling Center is here to support and empower you throughout your journey at Cleveland State! CSU student I.D. required. For more information or if you have any questions, contact the Counseling Center by phone at 216-687-2277.

Hosted by CSU Counseling Center

CSU Digital Student Showcase

Tuesday, April 30

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Student Center Atrium

Join the Michael Schwartz Library for the Digital Student Showcase, which will take place on Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, from 11am-1pm in the Student Center Atrium.

The Digital CSU Student Showcase is an opportunity for students to present finished or in-progress digital projects created for their courses in a poster session style event, where presenters display their work on an electronic device and share their process with faculty, staff, and their peers in a casual, conversational setting.

Hosted by The Michael Schwartz Library

CSU's CarniVike

Wednesday, May 1

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Music and Communication Lawn

The Division of Hospitality Services is thrilled to announce the return of their annual CarniVike event this year! Open to both the CSU campus and the broader Cleveland community, CarniVike aims to raise awareness and promote a culture of inclusivity for all to embrace.

Last year, in 2023, there was a fantastic turnout of nearly 500 attendees! This year's event will showcase a blend of in-person and interactive experiences, live performances, and much more, making it their most exciting one yet. There's never been a better time to join in the festivities! 

Hosted by Hospitality Services

Graduate Networking Social

Wednesday, May 1

4:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Student Center Atrium and Courtyard

The College of Graduate Studies is preparing to host their Spring 2024 Graduate Networking Social on Wednesday, May 1 from 4:30-7:00pm at the Student Center. This is a casual opportunity for prospective students to learn more about graduate programs and enjoy a sampling of hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine, and light desserts. Over 300 prospective students attended last fall’s event.

Click Here To Register

Hosted by CSU College of Graduate Studies

Raffle Fundraising Table

Wednesday, May 1 & Thursday, May 2

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

SC Inner Link

Stop by the Pre-Vet club's table on the Inner Link Wednesday and Thursday this week for the chance to get stickers and win some prizes to help raise money for the Pre-Veterinary Club!

Hosted by Pre-Veterinary Club

Calm The Vike Down

Thursday, May 2

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Student Center Atrium

Calm The Vike Down is an interactive event presented by the Cleveland State Music Therapy Club to promote relaxation and stress relief through music. Come join us in the Student Center Atrium to enjoy some music (and music-making!) and community!

Hosted by Cleveland State Student Music Therapy Club

The Sumar Skål

Thursday, May 2

4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Viking Public House

What does "Summer Skal" mean? (pronounced Sum-er Skol" ) In Old Norse, the official language of Vikings, it translates to "Summer Cheers"

Join Viking Food Co at the Viking Public House for their "Summer Kick-Off Party" as they celebrate the end of the semester! They will have food, raffles, a corn hole tournament and more! There will be a live concert with LoConti & special guest, The Daze. They'll also have Mocktails by Verbena & Mason’s Creamery at the party! You don't want to miss this one.

Hosted by Viking Food Co

Beach Beatdown

Friday, May 3

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Washkewicz Lawn

A beachy-themed fundraising/donation event open to ALD members and their friends! Admission is one can of food/dollar/non-perishable item.

Hosted by Alpha Lambda Delta

Senior Design Symposium

Friday, May 3

4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Wolstein Center

Senior Design in the Washkewicz College of Engineering is thir students’ capstone design experience. Student teams utilize their combined learning, experience, and ingenuity to solve challenging real-world design initiatives. Industrial and external institutional involvement is the key to the success of our senior design program. More importantly, it is the key to the ultimate success of their graduates in tomorrow’s engineering workforce.

The Senior Design Capstone Course concludes with this annual Senior Design Symposium and Awards ceremony. The event features a poster presentation and concludes with the awarding of cash prizes to the top Senior Design Projects. 

Poster Session 4:30 PM - 7:00 PM / Awards 7:00 - 8:00 PM

This event is open to the public to attend. Seating at the awards ceremony from 7:00 -8:00 PM is limited and reserved for registered the senior design teams and industry partners, please contact Tisha Barnes with any inquiries.

Find out more about Senior Design and past projects here: https://engineering.csuohio.edu/seniordesign/seniordesigncapstone

Hosted by CSU Washkewicz College of Engineering

NPHC Yard Show

Friday, May 3

6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

SC Plaza

Get ready to witness the best of Greek unity at the Cleveland State University’s NPHC Yard Show! Join NPHC on May 3rd, from 6pm-8pm at the Student Center Plaza for an unforgettable evening of stepping, strolling, and celebrating community. Don't miss out!

Hosted by National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC)

Spring 2024 Commencement Ceremonies:

Students attending the commencement ceremony should confirm ahead of time which college they now fall under to ensure proper check-in at the ceremony. You can find all undergraduate majors listed by college at engagecsu.com/academics.

Ceremony I: Doctoral Graduates

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 6 p.m.

Waetjen Auditorium

Ceremony II: College of Arts and Sciences, Monte Ahuja College of Business, Levin College of Public Affairs and Education

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 9 a.m.

Wolstein Center

Ceremony III: Washkewicz College of Engineering and College of Health

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 2 p.m.

Wolstein Center

For more information, visit: https://www.csuohio.edu/commencement

Extended Library Hours During Finals Week

The Michael Schwartz Library will have extended hours for finals week, May 5 through May 9, 2024.

The library will be open:

• Sunday, May 5, 10 am to 6 pm
• Monday, May 6, 8 am to 11 pm
• Tuesday, May 7, 8 am to 11 pm
• Wednesday, May 8, 8 am to 11 pm
• Thursday, May 9, 8 am to 11 pm

Disability and Ableism Workshop from The Diversity Institute

Wednesday, May 8 & Thursday, May 9

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Location provided upon registration

The Diversity Institute is thrilled to continue to offer trainings at no cost for students, staff, and faculty at CSU. This semester, they are including a training on Disability and Ableism. This is a 2-part workshop, and part 1 is required before taking part 2. Part 1 will take place Wednesday May 8th from 1-4pm, and part 2 will take place Thursday May 9th from 1-4pm. For more information and registration: https://levin.csuohio.edu/prof-dev/disability-justice-and-accessibility

For more information, contact Caitlin Hawkins at c.hawkins63@csuohio.edu

RSO Transition - Renewal For Fall 2024

Starting Monday, April 15, student organizations can submit their registration for fall 2024 by completing the transition process in VikesConnect.

The Center for Campus Engagement has a video that explains the transition process and how to complete it in VikesConnect. If you have any questions or need help, contact them at studentorgs@csuohio.edu.

Levin College of Public Affairs and Education

Introduction to ArcGIS Professional Workshop

May 14 - May 16

8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Urban Affairs Computer Lab - UR40

Join the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education for the Introduction to ArcGIS Workshop from May 14-16, 2024! This hands-on workshop will equip you with the skills to use ArcGIS Professional for mapping and analyzing geospatial data.

Whether you're managing demographic data or creating thematic maps, you'll gain valuable insights and practical skills. Access to software, lab workbook, and a USB flash drive will be provided.

Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot! 

Hosted by Levin College of Public Affairs and Education

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