Alumni Brunch SAVE THE DATE The Alumni brunch is hosted every year before OAKtoberFest by the Alumni office with support from Sodexo
37th Annual Lūʻau Menlo College Lūʻau: A Celebration of Culture, Community, and Aloha Spirit Join us for one of Menlo College’s most cherished traditions—the 37th annual Menlo Lūʻau! Hosted by the Pacific Islander Club, this special event brings together the Menlo community and the public to celebrate the spirit and traditions of the Pacific Islands. Whether you call the islands home or simply want to experience the warmth, hospitality, and joy of Polynesian culture, this lūʻau is for you. This event is open to Menlo students, families, alumni, and the public. Enjoy: Live Student Performances & Music Traditional Polynesian Food Polynesian Vendor Market Raffle Prizes & Games Since welcoming our first student from Hawai‘i in 1941, Menlo College has maintained a strong connection to the islands. Today, nearly 10% of our domestic student body hails from Hawai‘i. More Details Coming Soon Event details, including the schedule, food offerings, performers, and more, will be announced as we get closer to the event. Check back for updates! Want a taste of last year’s celebration?
Art & Wine Festival 2026 A free, all-ages afternoon on the Menlo College Quad — local art, regional wine, food trucks, and live jazz. Wine tasting 21+. RSVP Here On Saturday, September 12, the Menlo College Quad becomes a gathering place for the Bay Area community! Our first Art & Wine Festival brings together local artists and makers, regional wineries, food trucks, and live music, all on a shaded, walkable campus quad. Wander the booths, find something you love, and stay for the music. Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. Wine tasting is available for guests 21 and over with a valid ID. Kids have room to roam, with family activities throughout the afternoon. Saturday, September 12, 202610:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.Menlo College Quad — 1000 El Camino Real, Atherton, CA What’s happening Local artists and makers, with work for sale Regional wine tasting for guests 21+ Food trucks and vendors Live music and a set from Menlo’s performing arts students Family-friendly activities Wine tasting tickets will be sold at the event: $12 for 1 ticket, $30 for 3 tickets, or $50 for 5 tickets. RSVPAdmission is free, but we’d love to know you’re coming. The first 100 registrants get a free event cup! Whether you’re an alum coming back to campus, a neighbor we haven’t met yet, or somewhere in between, we hope to see you on the Quad.
OAKtoberFest 2026 Alumni, Family, and Friends of the College Register Here Current Menlo Students, Faculty & Staff Register Here On October 17, 2026, Menlo College’s largest annual event brings together students, alumni, families, and friends for a day of music, performances, food, sports, friendly competition, and plenty of Menlo spirit. Cheer on alumni and student-athletes, enjoy performances and food trucks, reconnect with old friends, explore campus, and make new memories together. OAKtoberFest is a celebration of the Menlo community, and everyone is invited. Parking Information Download Parking Map Schedule of Events: Entertainment All entertainment listed below will take place on the Quad. TimeEvent 10:00 amAlumni Brunch @ the President’s House 11:30 am – 4:30 pmFood trucks open; beer and drinks available 11:30 am – 12:00 pmMenlo Jazz Ensemble 12:00 pm – 12:50 pmMenlo Performing Arts Club 12:55 pm – 1:00 pmPacific Islander Dance: Hula 1:30 pm – 2:45 pmJohn Santos Quartet (Latin jazz) 2:55 pm – 3:00 pmPacific Islander Dance: Siva Samoa 3:30 pm – 5:00 pmWild Child (Rock/Pop/Soul) 4:45 pm – 4:50 pmPacific Islander Dance: Rapa Nui Schedule of Events: Athletics Friday, October 16, 2026 TimeEventLocation 1:00 pmWomen’s Volleyball vs CSU StanislausHaynes-Prim Pavilion 6:00 pmMenlo College Hall of FameFlorence Moore (FloMo) Auditorium 6:00 pmOaks Squad Men’s and Women’s Wrestling IntrasquadHaynes-Prim Pavilion 6:00 pmOaks Squad Men’s and Women’s Taekwondo IntrasquadHaynes-Prim Pavilion Saturday, October 17, 2026 TimeEventLocation 7:00 am – 10:15 amMen’s and Women’s Wrestling IntrasquadHaynes-Prim Pavilion 8:00 am – 9:45 amSoftball Alumni GameWunderlich Field 9:00 am – 10:30 amOaks Squad Baseball ScrimmageCartan Baseball Field 9:00 am – 11:00 amOaks Squad Men’s and Women’s Weightlifting ExhibitionSports Pavilion 9:00 am – 11:00 amTennis IntrasquadCartan Tennis Courts 10:45 am – 12:00 pmWomen’s Basketball Alumni GameHaynes-Prim Pavilion 11:00 am – 2:00 pmBaseball Intrasquad/AlumniCartan Baseball Field 12:00 pm – 2:00 pmWomen’s Soccer vs CSU StanislausWunderlich Field 12:30 pm – 1:45 pmMen’s Basketball Alumni GameHaynes-Prim Pavilion 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm**Women’s Flag Football Scrimmage vs. Cal **tentativeCartan Football Field 3:00 pm – 5:00 pmMen’s Soccer vs CSU StanislausWunderlich Field 2:45 pm – 4:15 pmMen’s Volleyball Intrasquad/AlumniHaynes-Prim Pavilion 7:00 pm – 9:00 pmWomen’s Volleyball vs Chico StateHaynes-Prim Pavilion Book Your Hotel with Exclusive Rates Special rate for OAKtoberFest: Courtyard by Marriott Redwood City for 129.00 USD per night Located off of US-101 and Whipple Avenue exit, the Courtyard by Marriott® Redwood City is located about 15 minutes from Menlo College. Book between Friday, October 16, 2026 and Monday, October 19, 2026 Book Now
TEDxMenlo College: “Sustaining What Matters” TEDxMenlo College is back!Date: November 14, 2026Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm PTLocation: Florence Moore Auditorium Our theme for TEDxMenlo College 2026 is Sustaining What Matters. With this theme, we ask: what matters, and what does it take to sustain it? Sometimes the hardest part is figuring out what matters to us. But once we do, we know it’s worth protecting, and that it takes effort to keep alive. This year’s speakers take up that question from many angles: finding joy that doesn’t depend on the next achievement, protecting creativity in the age of A.I., and building sanctuary, friendship, and community. They look at how we talk about mental health, how we recover from loss, how we show up in daily life, and how our choices and service shape the world around us. Together, these talks remind us that sustaining what matters is rarely accidental. It takes attention, practice, and care. This year’s event features Menlo College students, alumni, faculty, and staff, each inviting us to consider what is worth protecting, and what it takes to keep it alive. Learn More about TEDxMenlo College
New Student Orientation 2026 We look forward to welcoming our incoming students at Menlo College’s New Student Orientation, from August 14-16. In order to fully prepare for your time at Menlo College, all new students are required to attend our New Student Orientation program on campus. Orientation is designed to introduce incoming students to the academic and co-curricular services and programs vital to their successful transition to the Menlo community. Orientation is an important beginning step for students that provides opportunities for personal growth, meaningful connections and future academic success. We can’t wait to see you there! For more information, please visit our Orientation page: www.menlo.edu/new-student-orientation/ Orientation Page
Finance Hybrid Conference 2026 Learn from industry leaders and thought academics on “Technological Innovation & Sustainability: Fintech & Artificial Intelligence” Call for papers submission deadline: June 30, 2026 The Finance Hybrid Conference [FHC] is a groundbreaking event aiming to gather thoughtacademics, leaders, founders, experts, and enthusiasts from technology, finance, business, andreal estate fields. The primary focus of this conference is exploring the exciting connectionsbetween innovation, technology, and sustainability and to inspire strategic growth in businessesand successful careers for students and individuals in these industries. We invite intellectual contributions to the 2026 Finance Hybrid Conference (FHC 4.0) with thetheme “Technological Innovation: Fintech & Artificial Intelligence.” Fueled by technological changes, the finance industry has been rapidly evolving in recent years.The advent of fintech and artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the way we manage ourmoney, conduct financial transactions, and make decisions. To delve into these transformativetechnologies and their implications, we are thrilled to announce the Menlo College FinanceHybrid Conference, which will take place on Friday, September 25, 2026, at Menlo Collegein Atherton, California. The conference is an excellent opportunity for academics, students, and practitioners with aninterest in technological innovation, Fintech trends and the future of Artificial Intelligence. We encourage authors to submit both empirical and theoretical papers, including review andmeta-analysis papers. More Information on the Finance Hybrid Conference Call for Papers
FAFSA Workshop Students and their families are invited to join our Financial Aid team for hands-on help completing and submitting the FAFSA application. Whether you’re starting from scratch or just need help with a few sections, our team will be available to guide you through the process and answer any financial aid questions. RSVP
First-Year Information Session (Online) Learn about the first-year application process, financial aid, campus life, and what it’s like to become part of the Menlo community. Register
Transfer Information Session (Online) Join our Admissions team for an overview of the transfer application process, how your credits will transfer, and what to expect as you prepare to join Menlo. Register
