Join Us for the Ultimate “We Are LA” Campus Day Celebration!
Get ready, Golden Eagles! Cal State LA is kicking off the academic year in a BIG way! As part of our University Convocation and Investiture celebration, we’re throwing a campus-wide celebration that captures everything we love about our university and our city.
We invite you to celebrate what makes Cal State LA—and YOU—so special. We’re bringing together the rhythm, flavor, creativity, and community of Los Angeles in one unforgettable evening packed with energy and pride.
Download the Campus Day map!
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The We Are LA: Campus Day Celebration is an affiliated event with University Convocation and Investiture of Berenecea Johnson Eanes, Ph.D. as the Ninth President of California State University, Los Angeles. For more information about University Convocation and Investiture, please visit the event webpage.
We Are LA:
Empowering Dreams,
Transforming Lives
Event Lineup
Ferris Wheel
Our Ferris wheel brings a classic amusement park charm to Campus Day—rising above the celebration like our Golden Eagle, reminding us to see the big picture and soar higher together.
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 6:30 p.m.
- Location: U-SU Parking Lot off Paseo Rancho Castilla
L.A. Food Tour on Wheels
Hungry? We’ve got you. Explore LA’s world-famous food scene with a lineup of food trucks featuring local faves like Habit Grill, Pink's Hot Dogs, Hutch's Jerk Chicken, and Cerda Vega. Come hungry and leave happy.
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Lot 4
Live DJs & Local Performers
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
- Location: University-Student Union Plaza
Games, Lounges & Chill Spots
Take a breather between bites and beats with outdoor games like cornhole and giant Jenga, or snap pics at our LA-themed photo booth. Meet new friends, reconnect with classmates, and soak up the laid-back L.A. vibe.
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Lawn in front of the Physical Education building (University Gymnasium).
Art, Expression & Creativity
Calling all aspiring student artists! Cal State LA invites you to share your creativity as part of our Investiture celebration. Aligned with the theme “We Are LA: Empowering Dreams, Transforming Lives,” this student art competition is your chance to reflect on how your Cal State LA experience has shaped your journey. Submissions will be judged on creativity, relevance, originality, emotional impact, and the strength of your artist’s statement.
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
- Location: The Luckman Street of the Arts
(NEW DATE) All submissions must be sent by August 15, 2025, by 5:00 PM
Student Orgs Take the Stage
Student clubs and organizations will be there in full force—celebrating culture, sustainability, community, and student pride. Get involved, get inspired, and find your people.
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Main Walkway by the University Bookstore
Car Show: LA Style on Wheels
Welcome to one of L.A.’s proudest traditions—car culture! We're bringing it to campus with a Car Show that’s as bold and diverse as the city itself. Stroll through a showcase of dozens of classic rides, lowriders, muscle cars, and one-of-a-kind custom builds that reflect the creativity, craftsmanship, and heritage of Los Angeles. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just love a great photo op, this display will have you snapping pics and dreaming big. Come see the beauty, the chrome, and the culture—Eastside style.
- Date: Wednesday, August 20, 2025
- Time: 3 - 7 p.m.
- Location: Main Campus Walkway
