Activities and Events for Extra Points

10 Ways to Have a Better Conversation (video)

A radio host for decades, Celeste Headlee knows the ingredients of a great conversation: honesty, brevity, clarity and a healthy amount of listening. In this insightful video for TEDxCreativeCoast, she shares 10 useful rules for having better conversations.

Event or Activity of your Choice

Do you go to the movies with your family or friends? Do you attend band concerts, visit museums or go to basketball games in the community? Earn points for attending or participating in an event or activity of your choice. Must list activity or event on scorecard to earn points.

Noon to 1 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Room 3.101

Presented by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, the Something to Chew On series is an interactive open dialogue focusing on topics of concern to the local and global community.

Noon
Schlief Tennis Complex

Come cheer on the tennis team as they take on Binghamton University.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

9 a.m. 4 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Twilight Ballroom

Open to all genders, the annual Women's Empowerment Summit aims to connect individuals through professional development and open discussion of current issues for women today. View more information and register online.

This event is presented by the Office of Multicultural Affairs.

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1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
SFA Softball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the softball team as they take on Lamar University.

7:30 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Regent Suite A

Read more about this one-act play in the featured news release by Robbie Goodrich. View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This student-directed performance is presented by the School of Theatre.

9 a.m. to Noon
107 Pearl St.

Buy local organic produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, eggs, jellies, relishes, canned goods, honey and crafts at the Nacogdoches Farmer’s Market. Help support your local community!

Noon
SFA Softball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the softball team as they take on Lamar University.

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Regent Suite A

Read more about this one-act play in the featured news release by Robbie Goodrich. View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This student-directed performance is presented by the School of Theatre.

The Power of Introverts (video)

In a culture where being social and outgoing are prized above all else, it can be difficult, even shameful, to be an introvert. But, as Susan Cain argues in this passionate TED talk, introverts bring extraordinary talents and abilities to the world, and should be encouraged and celebrated.  

Event or Activity of your Choice

Do you go to the movies with your family or friends? Do you attend band concerts, visit museums or go to basketball games in the community? Earn points for attending or participating in an event or activity of your choice. Must list activity or event on scorecard to earn points.

5:15 to 6 p.m.
Student Recreation Center, Meeting Room

This presentation is the second of three in the "Why, What and How" nutrition series.

Why does healthy eating need to become a lifestyle behavior, and what does the journey look like? Marie Jessup, Lumberjack Eats registered dietitian, will share meal prep tips and tricks and the secrets of how to make it taste good, while maintaining your goals.

This event is a partnership between Campus Recreation and Lumberjack Eats.

6:30 p.m.
Jaycees Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on McNeese State University.

6:30 p.m.
Softball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the softball team as they take on University of North Texas.

Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Student Recreation Center, Meeting Room

Join us for snacks and giveaways while learning how to manage your stress and increase your overall wellbeing. Register online to secure your spot.

This event is a partnership between Campus Recreation and Counseling Services.

6 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

7:30 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Regent Suite A

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This student production is presented by the School of Theatre.

6:30 p.m.
Jaycees Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on Sam Houston State University.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

9 a.m. to Noon
107 Pearl St.

Buy local organic produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, eggs, jellies, relishes, canned goods, honey and crafts at the Nacogdoches Farmer's Market. Help support your local community!

2 p.m.
Jaycees Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on Sam Houston State University.

2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Regent Suite A

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This student production is presented by the School of Theatre.

1 p.m.
Jaycees Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on Sam Houston State University.

Inside the Mind of a Master Procrastinator (video)

Tim Urban knows that procrastination doesn't make sense, but he's never been able to shake his habit of waiting until the last minute to get things done.

In this hilarious and insightful TED talk, Urban takes us on a journey through YouTube binges, Wikipedia rabbit holes and bouts of staring out the window -- and encourages us to think harder about what we're really procrastinating on, before we run out of time.

Event or Activity of your Choice

Do you go to the movies with your family or friends? Do you attend band concerts, visit museums or go to basketball games in the community? Earn points for attending or participating in an event or activity of your choice. Must list activity or event on scorecard to earn points.

3 p.m.
Softball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the softball team as they take on Prairie View A&M University.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

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1 p.m. and 3 p.m.
Softball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the softball team as they take on Sam Houston State University.

6:30 p.m.
Baseball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on Tarleton State University.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

9 a.m. to Noon
107 Pearl St.

Buy local organic produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, eggs, jellies, relishes, canned goods, honey and crafts at the Nacogdoches Farmer's Market. Help support your local community!

Noon
Softball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the softball team as they take on Sam Houston State University.

2 p.m.
Baseball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on Tarleton State University.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

1 p.m.
Baseball Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on Tarleton State University.

To Overcome Challenges, Stop Comparing Yourself to Others (video)

In this powerful TED talk, wheelchair athlete Dean Furness shares how, after losing the use of his legs in an accident, he discovered a powerful new mindset focused on redefining his "personal average" and getting better little by little. 

Event or Activity of your Choice

Do you go to the movies with your family or friends? Do you attend band concerts, visit museums or go to basketball games in the community? Earn points for attending or participating in an event or activity of your choice. Must list activity or event on scorecard to earn points.

6:30 p.m.
Jaycees Field
3715 Old Tyler Road

Come cheer on the baseball team as they take on University of Louisiana at Monroe.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

7:30 p.m.
Kennedy Auditorium

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This production is presented by the School of Theatre.

7:30 p.m.
Kennedy Auditorium

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This production is presented by the School of Theatre.

7:30 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

7:30 p.m.
Kennedy Auditorium

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This production is presented by the School of Theatre.

7:30 p.m.
Kennedy Auditorium

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This production is presented by the School of Theatre.

6 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Grand Ballroom

Hungarian Holocaust survivor Dr. Zsuzsanna Ozsvath will serve as the keynote speaker.

This event is presented by the Office of Multicultural Affairs.
 

9 a.m. to Noon
107 Pearl St.

Buy local organic produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, eggs, jellies, relishes, canned goods, honey and crafts at the Nacogdoches Farmer's Market. Help support your local community!

7:30 p.m.
Kennedy Auditorium

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This production is presented by the School of Theatre.

Schlief Tennis Complex

Come cheer on the tennis team as they take on Sam Houston State University.

Noon
Schlief Tennis Complex

Come cheer on the tennis team as they take on Nicholls State University.

4 p.m.
Cole Concert Hall

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

Get Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable (video)

Luvvie Ajayi Jones isn't afraid to speak her mind or be the sole dissenting voice in a crowd and neither should you. "Your silence serves no one," says the writer, activist and self-proclaimed professional troublemaker.

In this bright, uplifting TED talk, Ajayi Jones shares three questions to ask yourself if you're teetering on the edge of speaking up or quieting down, encourages all of us to get a little more comfortable with being uncomfortable.  

Event or Activity of your Choice

Do you go to the movies with your family or friends? Do you attend band concerts, visit museums or go to basketball games in the community? Earn points for attending or participating in an event or activity of your choice. Must list activity or event on scorecard to earn points.

4 p.m.
Livestream and the Baker Pattillo Student Center, Multimedia Room

Open to SFA students, faculty and staff, this topic encourages discussion on intercultural and interfaith issues and concerns that impact our global, local and campus communities.

This event is presented by the Office of Multicultural Affairs. 
 

6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Eatery on East

This presentation is the last of three in the "Why, What and How" nutrition series.

Put it all together alongside Marie Jessup, Lumberjack Eats registered dietitian, and Jason Crysup, executive chef, in this hands-on teaching kitchen. Space is limited, register online. Once registered, you'll receive an email with details to pay the $10 registration fee.

This event is a partnership between Campus Recreation and Lumberjack Eats.

7:30 p.m.
Baker Pattillo Student Center, Grand Ballroom

View and purchase tickets online or by calling 936.468.6407.

This concert is presented by the School of Music.

9 a.m. to Noon
107 Pearl St.

Buy local organic produce, flowers, plants, baked goods, eggs, jellies, relishes, canned goods, honey and crafts at the Nacogdoches Farmer's Market. Help support your local community!