Welcome to San Francisco
San Francisco State University is thrilled to announce International Partner Day. We welcome you to visit our campus for a day of collaboration and networking.
Gain a first-hand understanding of internationalization at SFSU while expanding and strengthening our current collaboration. Meet and explore with a campus tour, opportunities to engage with staff, faculty and students, and an excursion to the Golden Gate Bridge. Enjoy meals provided throughout the day.
This event is hosted by the SFSU Division of International Education and the College of Professional & Global Education.
Event Details
Who: SFSU partners, agents and friends of study abroad programs
When: Thursday, May 22, 2025, 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Where: SFSU Seven Hills Conference Center, 800 Font Blvd., San Francisco, CA
Cost: Free
Schedule
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 9 a.m. | Coffee and Pastries | Seven Hills Conference Center |
| 9:30 a.m. | Welcome Address and University Overview Lynn Mahoney, Ph.D. President, San Francisco State University Introduction to Student Affairs Jamillah Moore, Ed.D., Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Introduction to the Day’s Program Marilyn Jackson, Ed.D., Assistant Vice President for International Education and Ryan Gurney, Ph.D., Interim Assistant Dean, College of Professional & Global Education |
Seven Hills Conference Center |
| 9:45 a.m. | Deans’ Panel: Academic Life at SFSU Moderated discussion with the deans of SF State’s colleges. They will share their perspectives on academic life and the unique opportunities within their respective colleges that support student success and prepare graduates for impactful careers Q&A |
Seven Hills Conference Center |
| 10:45 a.m. | Break | - |
| 11 a.m. | SFSU Student Housing Presentation | Seven Hills Conference Center |
| 11:30 a.m. | Student Presentation | Seven Hills Conference Center |
| Noon | Lunch | Seven Hills Conference Center |
| 1 p.m. | Campus Tour | TBA |
| 2 p.m. | Breakout Sessions According to Interest Exchange/Study Abroad • Services, opportunities and conditions for incoming J-1 exchange students • International Education Exchange Council Agents • Services, opportunities, conditions for incoming J-1 and F-1 students Semester @ and Certificates • Services, opportunities and conditions for incoming J-1 students |
Seven Hills Conference Center |
| 3 p.m. | Big Bus to Golden Gate Bridge and back to campus | TBA |
| 5 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. | Closing Reception | TBA |
More Information
Please contact us with your questions and comments at PartnerDaySFSU@sfsu.edu,
Address
Seven Hills Conference Center
San Francisco State University
800 Font Blvd.
San Francisco, California 94132
Airport
SFSU is located 12 miles from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). SFSU is easily accessible by public transit or car.
Parking
Find parking information on the SFSU Parking and Transportation website.
Campus Map
Find your way around the SFSU campus.
What to Wear in San Francisco
Weather in San Francisco is often cooler than Southern California. Be sure to dress in layers. Also make sure to have comfortable walking shoes.
Weather
March, April and May are some of the most inviting months to visit San Francisco. Characteristically cloudless and mild, some of the warmest and driest days of the year occur in San Francisco's spring months, making San Francisco's springtime noticeably free from the spring showers that moisten other parts of the United States. San Francisco weather forecast can be found on the Weather Channel San Francisco page.
Tipping
Tipping is standard practice across America. In city restaurants, tipping 20% of the bill is expected; Some restaurants will include a service charge. Please check your bill when you receive it. Bartenders and transportation providers (Uber, Lyft, taxi, etc.) also expect about a 20% tip.
Money
- Cash
The stable US dollar is the only currency generally accepted in the country.
The US dollar is divided into 100 cents (¢). Coins come in denominations of 1¢ (penny), 5¢ (nickel), 10¢ (dime), 25¢ (quarter). Bills come in $1, $5, $10, $20, $50 and $100 denominations.
- ATMs
ATMs are available 24/7 at most banks, and in shopping centers, airports and grocery stores. Withdrawing cash from an ATM using a credit card usually incurs a fee, but if your home bank account is affiliated with one of the main worldwide ATM networks (Plus, Cirrus, Exchange, Accel), you can sometimes avoid the fee by using your bank card.
Check with your bank or credit card company for exact information about using its cards in stateside ATMs. If you will be relying on ATMs (not a bad strategy), bring more than one card and carry them separately.
- Taxes
Sales tax varies by state and county; sales tax in California ranges from 7.25% to 10%. To find out sales tax rate for a specific city or county in California, please visit the California State Board of Equalization website on sales tax rate.
Electricity
The U.S. operates on a 110-volt system and uses a plug with two flat parallel prongs. Most newer U.S. electrical outlets will have a third, round, ground hole. A two-prong plug will still work in a three-hole outlet.
Most computers, cell phone chargers, PDAs and digital cameras will probably not need a voltage converter — many newer devices are built to work on dual voltage. Look on the label for something along the lines of “Input: 100-240V.” If it is there, you will not need the voltage converter, just the plug adaptor if the plug of your electronic is different from the shape above-mentioned.
Getting to Campus
SFSU is easily accessible by public transportation. Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) connects with the Muni M line light rail train and the bus system. Participants are encouraged to select accommodations near either of these transportation networks.
Google Maps is recommended to help participants select their accommodations.
Visitors to SF State are invited to receive hotel discounts under the SFSU 2025 Commencement Room block. Please follow the instructions listed at the Booking Link to receive your discount.
Doubletree by Hilton SFO Airport South
Doubletree Website and Doubletree Booking Link
Address: 275 S Airport Blvd, South San Francisco, CA 94080
Dates: 5/21/25 – 5/26/25
Rate: $155 Single/double
Booking cut-off: 5/5/25
Concessions: Comp Parking
Distance to Campus: 10 miles/16 km
Time to Campus: 50-75 minutes by public transportation
Marriott Marquis
Marriott Marquis Website and Marriott Marquis Booking Link
Address: 780 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA, 94103
Dates: 5/21/25 – 5/26/25
Rate: $177 Single/double
Booking cut-off: 5/7/25
Distance to Campus: 9 miles/14 km
Time to Campus: 30-35 minutes by public transportation
Intercontinental San Francisco
Intercontinental Website and Intercontinental Booking Link
Address: 888 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
Dates: 5/21/25 – 5/26/25
Rate: $165 Single (booking link will show $30/nt destination fee added, but this is being waived. Fee will NOT show up on final bill at check-out.
Booking cut-off: 5/16/25
Concessions: Complimentary Wi-Fi, Complimentary Destination Fee, Discounted Parking @ $55/standard vehicle; $90/oversized vehicle
Distance to Campus: 8.5 miles/13.5 km
Time to Campus: 35-40 minutes by public transportation