November 2024 Newsletter

Director’s Note

Congratulations to Birdy Wei-Ting Hung for receiving the Student Academy Award.

Aaron Kerner

Aaron Kerner
Director of the School of Cinema 

PROF McBRIDE'S NEW BOOK RELEASE DATE NOVEMBER 29

Professor Joseph McBride’s 25th book, George Cukor’s People: Acting for a Master Director (Columbia University Press), will be released November 29. Through essayistic portraits of Cukor’s actors in their most memorable roles, this groundbreaking book presents a multifaceted portrait of a queer filmmaker who gravitated to adventurous, subversively rule-breaking characters in such films as Sylvia Scarlett, Camille, A Star Is Born, and My Fair Lady. Cukor biographer Patrick McGilligan calls George Cukor’s People the “definitive study,” and James Naremore writes, “This is one of the best books in McBride’s distinguished career, and a book that Cukor has long deserved.”

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FEMINIST FILMMAKER FELLOWSHIP (F3)

The Feminist Filmmaker Fellowship (F3) aims to provide an open and safe space, virtual or in-person, advocating for womxn and non-binary filmmakers. Our events allow leadership development to flourish by listening to members to help bring their ideas to life.  

Follow us on Instagram @feministfilmmakerfellowship for all our updates and to help us make some films. 

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JOIN QUEER CINEMA COALITION 

Queer Cinema Coalition ensures a safe and creative space for LGBTQ+ filmmakers on campus to learn how to make our mark in an industry that doesn’t prioritize our voices. Through guest speakers, screenings/discussions, and community organizing, we build life-long connections to help us survive and thrive as filmmakers at SF State and beyond. 

Follow us on Instagram @queercinemacoalition

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JOIN THE ANIMATION SOCIETY 

The Animation Society strives to educate and provide an inclusive space for creative SF State students to learn about and discover a love for animation. 

Email: animationsocietyatsfsuofficial@gmail.com
Website: Animation Society Wixsite
Instagram: @animationsocietysfsu 

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LATINO/A/X FILM CLUB RECRUITING FOR LEADERSHIP POSITIONS

The Latino/a/x Film Club is now recruiting students dedicated to improving the representation of Latinos in the film industry and celebrating the contributions they have made to the media industry. Students and allies from any discipline are welcome to join regardless of their academic background. This club has regular monthly activities to facilitate networking, resume building, attracting potential paid gigs, and studying the legacy of Latino/a/x cinema in the United States. 

For more information contact: GRogado@sfsu.edu

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Dear Prospective Students: 

The School of Cinema offers in-person tours of our facilities. Please make an appointment by contacting the Cinema Office at cinema@sfsu.edu

  • Drew Lewis: School of Cinema, Tech 
  • Pablo Riquelme: Production Coordinator
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Monday, November 25, 2024

  • Fall '24 Recess; No Classes; Campus Open

Tuesday, November 26, 2024

  • Fall '24 Recess; No Classes; Campus Open

Wednesday, November 27, 2024

  • Fall '24 Recess; No Classes; Campus Open

Thursday, November 28, 2024

  • Fall '24 Recess; No Classes; Campus Closed (Thanksgiving)

Friday, November 29, 2024

  • Fall '24 Recess; No Classes; Campus Closed
  • Fall '24 Indigenous Peoples Day; No Classes; Office Closed

Saturday, November 30, 2024

  • Fall '24 Recess; No Classes; Campus Closed

Friday, December 6, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Option Deadline (This includes Cr/No CR or Letter Grade)

Friday, December 13, 2024

  • Fall '24 Last Day of Classes
  • Fall '24 Withdrawal from Classes or University By Exception for Documented Serious and Compelling Reasons Ends

Saturday, December 14, 2024

  • Fall '24 Final Exams

Monday, December 16, 2024

  • Fall '24 Final Exams

Tuesday, December 17, 2024

  • Fall '24 Final Exams

Wednesday, December 18, 2024

  • Fall '24 Final Exams

Thursday, December 19, 2024

  • Fall '24 Final Exams

Friday, December 20, 2024

  • Fall '24 Final Exams

Saturday, December 21, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Sunday, December 22, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Monday, December 23, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Tuesday, December 24, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period
  • Fall '24 Evaluation Day

Wednesday, December 25, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Thursday, December 26, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Friday, December 27, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Saturday, December 28, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Sunday, December 29, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period

Monday, December 30, 2024

  • Fall '24 Grading Period
  • Fall '24 Grades Due by Faculty
  • Fall '24 Semester Ends

Friday, January 3, 2025

  • Fall '24 Grades Available on SF State Gateway

Monday, January 13, 2025

  • Fall '24 Official Transcripts Available with Semester Grades