CSUSM-Arts & Lectures

CSUSM-Arts & Lectures Arts & Lectures Program at California State University San Marcos CA Tickets can be purchased through the CSUSM website: http://www.csusm.edu/al/calendar.html

Each year, Arts & Lectures engages the support and advice of CSUSM faculty, staff, students and the community in developing a series of 20-30 events including lectures across various fields, film/video screenings, visual art talks, dance and theatre performances, music concerts, scientific discussions, book readings and more. The series has become an integral part of campus life and offers eye-ope

ning perspectives on multiple topics, issues, and disciplines by bringing in exceptional guests who are experts in various fields creatively and intellectually. The program not only supplements and complements curricular needs but it also enriches cultural life on the campus and within the community.

RECAP! Check out some highlights from the incredible spring season of Arts & Lectures. We are so thrilled to have served...
04/16/2026

RECAP!
Check out some highlights from the incredible spring season of Arts & Lectures. We are so thrilled to have served so many students and community members with these memorable events. As the school year winds down, we send our best wishes for crunch time, and can’t wait to see you all back at our events in fall!

We are almost sold out for our upcoming event “Stories from Home” happening March 13th at 7pm in Arts 111. Make sure to ...
03/05/2026

We are almost sold out for our upcoming event “Stories from Home” happening March 13th at 7pm in Arts 111. Make sure to grab your FREE Student ticket!

"Stories From Home" is a dance series honoring the oral traditions of Nuevomexicano, Chicano and Mexican American communities — weaving together personal histories, ancestral knowledge and the stories that have shaped the American Southwest.

We can’t wait to see you there!

Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stories-from-home-tickets-1981610837358?aff=oddtdtcreator

Gila Goldstein let us interview her for her upcoming event, and we loved her heartfelt answers. Remember to grab YOUR t...
02/25/2026

Gila Goldstein let us interview her for her upcoming event, and we loved her heartfelt answers.

Remember to grab YOUR ticket for March 10th to see “Gila Goldstein Piano" for a beautiful lunchtime serenade! Experience works from Vivaldi, Bach and Gershwin in Arts 111 and be sure to catch the MasterClass on March 9th in ACD 104.

Link for Tickets:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1981598082207?aff=oddtdtcreator

🌻A&L SPRING LINEUP🌻Thank you to all who attended our first event of the semester! As always, we have an exciting lineup ...
01/29/2026

🌻A&L SPRING LINEUP🌻

Thank you to all who attended our first event of the semester! As always, we have an exciting lineup for you Cougars this spring semester, from beautiful piano performances to vulnerable stories told through art. We can't wait to see you there!

Link for Tickets: https://www.csusm.edu/al/calendar.html

CALLING ALL SUBMISSIONS!Do you have the next big event for Arts & Lectures? Want to see a specific person as a guest lec...
12/11/2025

CALLING ALL SUBMISSIONS!
Do you have the next big event for Arts & Lectures? Want to see a specific person as a guest lecturer on campus? Then this is the opportunity for you!
We are looking for YOUR event proposals for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. By submitting your ideas for A&L, you have the power to help build a diverse lineup that educates, inspires and motivates your local community and the students here at CSUSM. Anyone can submit a proposal!
We look forward to seeing what you have for us!
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This Holiday Season, we’re grateful for the voices, creativity and curiosity that make our community so special. From in...
12/02/2025

This Holiday Season, we’re grateful for the voices, creativity and curiosity that make our community so special. From inspiring lectures to unforgettable performances, Arts & Lectures brings us together through the power of shared experiences. Thank you for being part of a community that values knowledge, creativity, and connection—today and always.

Link to Donate!
https://connect.csusm.edu/g/giving-day-2025/arts-and-lectures1

Make a gift to Arts & Lectures today to give the gift of a moving and unique experience. Your contribution fuels a vibra...
12/02/2025

Make a gift to Arts & Lectures today to give the gift of a moving and unique experience. Your contribution fuels a vibrant array of artistic, cultural, and scholarly events shaped by the voices of our students, faculty, and community. From inspiring lectures to captivating performances, every dollar you donate enhances our commitment to intellectual engagement and fosters a rich learning environment. Help us continue to create meaningful experiences that ignite curiosity and foster creativity. Together, we can make a lasting impact on our university and beyond. Give the gift of knowledge and inspiration that will last a lifetime.

Grab your tickets for our next event: Valley to Coast Speaker Series: Protecting and Restoring Regional Waterways! Join ...
10/23/2025

Grab your tickets for our next event: Valley to Coast Speaker Series: Protecting and Restoring Regional Waterways! Join us for an inspiring panel discussion with San Diego Coastkeeper's Executive Director Phillip Musegaas and Jack Gilbert of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography with CSUSM’s faculty experts Dr. Shannon Swanson and Dr. Elinne Becket. They will discuss how we can bring together community leaders, scientists and advocates to explore how we can protect and restore our local water bodies — from the valley to the coast!

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📅 October 28th, 2025
⏰ 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 USU Ballroom

A special thank you to everyone who attended our latest events, Nuestro Camino and Foos in Medicine. We learned a lot ab...
10/09/2025

A special thank you to everyone who attended our latest events, Nuestro Camino and Foos in Medicine. We learned a lot about imposter syndrome and overcoming obstacles to achieve our dreams! We had fantastic turnout and engagement from CSUSM students and our community. Be sure to keep your eyes here 👀 for our next event in late October! 🎃

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