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Add the right event type categories
Tag your event with event type categories such as "Academic Programs and Lectures," "Professional Development and Workshops," "Student Life" or "Volunteer" to help users easily find events that match their interests.
In the "Event Type" field, click or start typing to select all categories that apply to your event. You can choose multiple categories. Below are the preset event type categories with examples.
Academic Programs and Lectures
Examples:
- Lectures and seminars
- Research presentations
- Panel discussions
- Academic conferences
- Public Talks
Arts and Performances
Examples:
- Performances (music, dance, theater)
- Film screenings
- Art exhibits and gallery openings
- Literary readings and book signings
Awards and Recognition
Examples:
- Staff, faculty and student award ceremonies
- Commencement
- Graduation celebrations
Continuing Education
Examples:
- Professional development workshops
- UC San Diego Extended Studies courses
- Personal enrichment opportunities
- Craft Center courses
Cultural
Examples:
- Cultural celebration and awareness events
- Heritage month celebrations (e.g., Black History Month, Pride)
- Inclusive dialogues and discussions
- Advocacy and awareness campaigns
Health and Wellness
Examples:
- Wellness workshops (e.g., mindfulness, mental health)
- Fitness challenges and classes
- Blood drives and health screenings
- Wellness fairs
- Recreation and fitness classes
Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Examples:
- Start-up and entrepreneurship events
- Innovation and maker workshops
- Hackathons and prototyping events
- Entrepreneurship speaker series and panels
Professional Development and Workshops
Examples:
- Workshops and training sessions
- Career fairs
- Networking events and opportunities
Social
Examples:
- Mixers and networking events
- Game nights and trivia contests
- Movie screenings and watch parties
- Themed dances and parties
Sports and Recreation
Examples:
- Intramural and club sports
- Varsity athletics games
- Outdoor adventures and trips
- Sports clinics and tournaments
Student Life
Examples:
- Club and organization events
- Social gatherings and mixers
- Volunteer and service opportunities
- New student orientation activities
- Recreation and fitness classes
Tours and Information Sessions
Examples:
- Open houses
- Info sessions
Volunteer
Examples:
- Community service projects
- Campus clean-up days
- Volunteer training sessions
- Nonprofit partnership events
- Fundraising events for charities