Did you know that Sac State has a Vote Center for the upcoming November 3 election? Located in Modoc Hall, Willow Suites, any Sacramento County registered voter can cast their ballot from Saturday, Oct. 31 to Tuesday, Nov. 3 (Election Day).

Or simply drop off your ballot at the Ballot Drop Box located at the Welcome Center during normal business hours now through Nov. 3.

For more information about the Vote Center, as well as how to find drop-off ballot boxes and polling places throughout the Sacramento area, go to Sac State’s website here.

For information about the program and its presenters, read the Program and Presenter Details. To attend, or change your registration type, use Online Registration. Look for Friday Forums.

Please register for In-Person attendance at Forums, and "un-enroll" if you cannot attend. You can change to "Zoom" or "Recording only" if you cannot personally attend but still want to hear the presentation.

Do you have expertise, a talent, or interest that you’d like to share, but aren’t sure how to plan and deliver it to RS members?

We’ve got your back! We welcome first-time program leaders and presenters and can help you with any technology support you’ll need.

We’ll help you create engaging, memorable learning experiences that are rewarding for both you and your audience. The deadline to submit your application to teach is 5 pm on Friday, Nov. 6. Early submittal is greatly appreciated!

Find the application-to-teach here.

As part of RS’ celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, RS presents Protecting Democracy with Neal Katyal, professor emeritus at Georgetown University School of Law on Friday, Oct. 23 at Cap Radio Event Center. Read more about this event and Mr. Katyal's prestigious background here. Order your tickets at this Eventbrite link.

Attend the Symposium on Democracy, Rights, and Freedom in the US on Wednesday, Oct. 28 from 9 am to 3 pm at the University Union.

Presented by Sac State and RS, this free symposium will bring together faculty, students, and RS members for a day of intergenerational dialogue on the rights and freedoms that have shaped American democracy, and the challenges that remain.

Get more information from this flyer and this flyer.

Study Abroad in Ireland or Mexico in Summer 2027! RS members can join Sac State students in two upcoming study abroad programs: Studio Art (ART 160 or ART 199) with Prof. Summer Ventis in Ireland, or Art History (ART 5 or ART 118C) with Prof. Mya Dosch in Mexico City. Get more information in the attached flyers here (Ireland) and here (Mexico).

Whether you're an experienced Program Leader, a one-time presenter, or thinking about leading a Renaissance Society program, join us for an informal, hands-on workshop designed to make planning and presenting programs and one-time presentations easier, more effective, and more rewarding.

• Saturday, October 24 | 9 AM–2 PM
• Sac State University Union, 2nd Floor, Pacific Suite
• Continental breakfast and a buffet lunch will be provided.
• Bring your ideas, your questions, and your curiosity!

You'll have an opportunity to exchange ideas, ask questions, learn about helpful resources, and explore how the Program and Technology Committees can better support you.

We'll also take a hands-on look at artificial intelligence (AI) as a program development assistant. Discover how AI can help you brainstorm ideas, organize material, and prepare any type of presentation—while learning to recognize its limitations and potential pitfalls.

Register for the Program Leaders Workshop on Eventbrite

Calling All Photographers!

Share Your Work in the Spring 2027 Catalog

Do you enjoy photography? Here's your chance to share your creativity with fellow Renaissance Society members!

The Renaissance Society is inviting members to submit their photographs for consideration in the Spring 2027 catalog. Whether you enjoy capturing nature, landscapes, people, or everyday moments, we'd love to see your work!

You may submit up to six photographs for consideration. The submission deadline is Friday, November 13, 2026.

Interested in participating? Find submission instructions and additional details here.



Don't miss this opportunity to let your photography shine!

The Food Pantry’s 3^rd Annual Friendsgiving Feast returns on Tuesday, Nov. 24 and Wednesday, Nov. 25!

The Friendsgiving Feast, held in the University Union, provides food-insecure Sac State students with a free holiday buffet, music, raffle, and games.

Volunteers are needed to welcome students, serve food, and turn the room into a warm, festive space before doors open.

And, if you can bake a homemade pie, you’ll provide one of the sweetest parts of the day! Drop off pies on Friday, Nov. 20 at the Friday Forum or Monday, Nov. 23 at the ASI Student Engagement and Outreach Office, 1^st Floor, University Union, Room #1240.

Cash donations to support this event are also welcome. Sign up at this link to volunteer at Friendsgiving by Saturday, Nov. 14.

Get more details about the event in the November Recorder article on page 6.

Visit the Partnerships & Member Benefits page on the RS website for a full list of current opportunities and discount codes for RS members.

Look ahead to the holidays with a double bill of A Christmas Carol and Amahl and the Night Visitors from Dec. 4-6 at the Light Opera Theatre Sacramento--get a special RS discount on these performances.

Check out the November Recorder at this link--hot off the presses!

Lots of new information inside!

• Oct. 23 — RS Democracy Project with speaker Neal Katyal
• Oct. 24 — Program Leaders Workshop for First Time, Curious, and Returning Leaders and Speakers
• Oct. 28 — Democracy/Rights all day Presentations by students, faculty and RS members
• Nov. 6 — Deadline for submitting Spring applications
• Nov. 12 — RS "Holiday Cabaret"
• Nov. 13 — Deadline for submitting photos for Spring Catalog