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Spring 2024
Involvement Fair
1/31 | Campus Recreation Center | 1 PM - 2:30 PM
Today we're tabling at the Involvement Fair. Stop by to fold a Wolfie and get a free sticker!
FSA Lunar New Year Event
2/12 | Jasmine in Charles B. Wang Center | 7 PM - 8 PM
We'll be tabling at FSA's Lunar New Year celebration! Stop by to fold origami dragons and other zodiac animals with us.
FSA x Project Sunshine Valentine's Day
2/14 | East Side Dining | 1 PM - 2 PM
Today, we're tabling at FSA x Project Sunshine's Valentine's Day Event. Stop by to fold origami hearts and roses!
CBC Crane-a-thon
2/28 | SAC Ballroom B | 1 PM - 2:30 PM
We are collaborating with the Campus Beautification Committee for our Crane-a-thon! This is the first event of our annual 'Cranes for a Cause' initiative during the month of March. Help us fold 1,000 origami cranes for our new Wang Center community art installation (designed by Ellie Lu).
Cranes for a Cause Initiative
2/28 - 3/31
Our annual Cranes for a Cause initiative has started! Please take a look at our calendar and list of events this month. We hope to see you at some of these events!
USG Mental Health Gala
3/6 | SAC Ballroom A | 7 PM - 8 PM
Tonight, we are collaborating with USG for their Mental Health Gala. Write an accomplishment on a piece of origami paper and fold it into a flower! Models include lilies, roses, and lotuses. We'll be in SAC Ballroom A from 7-8pm.
Bracelets and Brownies
4/6| SAC Ballroom A | 7 PM - 9 PM
On Saturday (4/6/24), we're collaborating with SEA and 3DPATH for a Bracelets and Brownies event! Create your own jewelry with 3D printer pens and origami charms. Free brownies will be provided as well! Join us in SAC Ballroom A from 7-9pm.
Kinetic Origami GBM Collab (BMES and VIP BEAR)
4/12| SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
This Friday (4/12/24), we're having a Kinetic Origami GBM. This meeting is in collaboration with BMES and VIP BEAR. Fold origami lilies and cranes, and then make them move with strings, beads and motors. These models will contribute to our new art installation in the Javits Center!
Sunset Market
5/3| Fine Arts Loop | 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
This Friday (5/3/24), we're tabling at SEA's and USG's Sunset Market. Send origami boats/lanterns with messages and LED lights down the brook! We'll be at the Fine Arts Loop (between Wang & Admin) from 3:30-4:30pm.
General Body Meetings
Fridays | SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
2/2 Traditionals: We're having our first GBM of the semester: Traditional Origami! Fold cranes, cicadas, frogs, and many more of these classic models.
2/9 Freestyle: (SAC 304) We're having a Freestyle GBM. During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want with no set theme. NOTE: We are not in our usual room this week!
2/2 Modulars: Modulars are made by folding multiple units and then assembling them together. Examples include ninja stars, Sonobe units, PHiZZ units, and a snake!
2/23 Freestyle: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and even specialty paper!
3/1 Finger Puppets: Learn how to fold little animals, flowers, and characters that fit on top of your fingers.
3/8 Parkinson's Pals: We will be folding cranes, tulips, and lilies for those living with Parkinson's, in collaboration with Parkinson's Pals! They will be donated to local charities towards the end of the semester.
3/23 Papermaking: Make your own paper by layering tissue paper and aluminum foil, and applying methyl cellulose! Supplies will be provided.
3/29 BMC Cranes Collab: (SAC 226 5-6pm; SAC 305 6-7pm) We're having a collaboration with Buddhist Meditation Club. This is also a part of our Cranes for a Cause initiative. Take part in a group meditation and practice mindfulness by folding cranes!
4/5 Suncatchers: Suncatchers are made from folding eight modules with translucent kite paper, assembling, and then holding them up to light. They look especially nice on windows with sunlight!
4/12 Kinetic Origami: This meeting is in collaboration with BMES and VIP BEAR. Fold origami lilies and cranes, and then make them move with strings, beads and motors. These models will contribute to our new art installation in the Javits Center!
4/19 Star Jars: Fold lucky stars from paper strips, and put them inside small glass jars to take home!
4/26 Freestyle + Elections: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and even specialty paper! NOTE: Our Star Jars supplies have arrived and will be available this GBM! Also, our elections are being held at this GBM. If you are running for an e-board position, please be sure to attend.
5/3 Giant Origami: (Roth Cafe 121) Fold with large sheets of kraft paper and make giant models. This is our last GBM of the year!
Fall 2023
Involvement Fair
9/6 | SAC Loop | 1 PM - 2:30 PM
Stop by to get to know OSBU and fold your own Wolfie!
Wolfieland
9/9 | SAC Parking Lots | 4 PM - 7 PM
On Saturday (9/9/23), we're tabling at Wolfieland. Wolfieland will be held at the SAC Parking Lot (Lot 12 and 13), and we'll be there from 4-7pm. Feel free to stop by and fold a Wolfie!
Pumpkin Patch X Craft Factory
10/13 | SAC Plaza | 4 PM - 5 PM
From 4-5pm, we will be tabling at Student Engagement and Activities's Pumpkin Patch X Craft Factory event. The event is held outdoors at the SAC Plaza, and will have a variety of activities, including pumpkin painting. Feel free to stop by to fold autumn-themed origami with us!
CommUniversity Day
10/14 | Wang Center | 12 PM - 4 PM
Lastly, on Saturday (10/14/23), we'll be tabling at CommUniversity Day! The event runs from 12-4pm in the Wang Center. Admission is free and open to the public. (Previous date was cancelled and rescheduled for this Saturday)
HalloSTEAM Workshop
10/27 | Union Ballroom | 8 PM - 10 PM
This Friday (10/27/23), we're collaborating with SEA for their HalloSTEAM Workshop! Create a light-up cap, music cloud, or origami bouquet by programming an Adafruit circuit board. Be sure to bring your laptop. Join us in the Union Ballroom from 8-10pm.
Pre-Vet Society X OSBU
11/7 | SAC 304 | 7 PM - 8 PM
Next Tuesday (11/7/23), we're collaborating with Pre-Veterinary Society for an Animal Origami event! Fold a variety of animals like cats, dogs, rabbits, and frogs. We'll be in SAC 304 from 7-8pm. NOTE: This is not our usual room or time.
USG Craft Night
11/8 | SAC Ballroom B | 7 PM - 9 PM
Tonight (11/8/23), we're collaborating with USG, Art Club, and Comic Book Club for USG Craft Night. Choose from a variety of crafting projects such as watercolor painting, clay modeling, and of course, origami! Join us in SAC Ballroom B from 7-9pm.
Audubon Society X OSBU
11/13 | SAC 304 | 8 PM - 9 PM
We're collaborating with Audubon Society for an Avian Origami Night! Stop by SAC 304 from 8-9pm to fold various birds.
SEA Sushi Night
12/2 | SAC Ballroom A | 7 PM - 9 PM
We'll be tabling at SEA's Sushi Night. Learn how to make your own sushi rolls and fold some origami with us!
General Body Meetings
Fridays | SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
9/8 Traditionals: (SAC 303) We'll be having our first GBM of the semester: Traditional Origami. We'll be in SAC 303 from 6-7pm. Come and fold cranes, cicadas, frogs, and other traditional models!
9/15 Freestyle: We're having a Freestyle GBM! During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want, with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and paper.
9/22 Modulars: Modulars are made by folding multiple units and then assembling them together. Examples include ninja stars, Sonobe units, PHiZZ units, and a snake!
9/29 Freestyle: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want, with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and even specialty paper!
10/6 Action Models: Action models are origami that can move! These include jumping frogs, kaleidocycles, and flapping birds.
10/13 Freestyle: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever they want with no set theme. Diagrams, books, and specialty paper are provided.
10/20 Sea Creatures: (Roth Cafe 122) Fold crabs, rays, fishes and many other beloved aquatic animals! Join us in Roth Cafe 122 from 6-7pm.
11/3 Freestyle: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want, with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and even specialty paper!
11/10 Star Jars: We're collaborating with Hidden Treasures for our Star Jars GBM. Fold lucky stars and place them inside recycled glass jars to make a neat decoration!
11/17 Freestyle: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want, with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and even specialty paper!
12/1 Freestyle: During these GBMs, members can fold whatever model they want, with no set theme. We will provide diagrams, books, and even specialty paper!
12/8 Holiday: We're having our last meeting for the semester: Holiday Origami GBM. Celebrate the holidays by folding reindeer, wreaths, Santas, and dreidels!
Spring 2023
Involvement Fair
2/3 | Campus Recreation Center | 2 PM - 4 PM
Stop by to fold your own Wolfie and pick up a free SBOC pin!
AAPI x SBOC Lunar New Year Celebration
2/3 | SAC 169 | 6 PM - 7 PM
We'll be folding various rabbit models and other zodiac animals. Snacks will be provided!
FSA x Project Sunshine Valentine's Day
2/14 | East Side Dining |12 PM - 2 PM
Feel free to stop by to learn how to fold various hearts and flowers!
Neuroscience Axis Collaboration
2/15 | SAC 312 | 7 PM - 8 PM
Join us as we fold origami hearts and flowers, and discuss the neuroscience of love!
SEA Sushi Night
2/18 | Union Ballroom| 7 PM - 9 PM
We'll fold various fish models for Student Engagement and Activities (SEA)'s Sushi Night!
Crew x Origami Club Rowboat Competition
2/24 | SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
This Friday (2/24/23) in SAC 305 from 6-7pm, we'll be collaborating with the Crew Club for our Boat Competition.
The boat that can hold the most weight before sinking wins! You can bring your own folded boat or fold one during the event.
Boats can be folded from any material.
Cranes for a Cause Initiative
3/1 - 3/31
We are excited to announce our annual Cranes for a Cause Initiative! In traditional Japanese folklore, folding a thousand origami cranes is said to grant a wish. Nowadays, it is associated with recovery, hope, and peace. Throughout March, we will be collecting cranes to donate to charitable organizations, such as Cranes for Cancer and the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum. Cranes can be folded from 3 inch or 6 inch paper of any solid color or pattern. You can drop off your cranes at any of our GBMs (exact dates are listed on the poster below). With your help, we hope to surpass our previous year's count!
Collaborating Organizations: Science Fiction Forum, Project Sunshine, Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society, Dumbledore's Army, Artists in Medicine, SBU Music and Medicine, LGBTA, Japanese Student Organization, Taiwanese Student Association, Baan Thai Club, Anthropology Club, AAPI Mentorship Network, SBU UNICEF, Korean Student Association, Camp Kesem
Star Jars Event Collaboration with BURSA
4/21 | SAC 302 | 6 PM - 7 PM
We're having a Star Jars Event in collaboration with BURSA. Fold lucky stars from paper strips and put them inside small glass jars to take home. The available colors are shown below, so feel free to think about which ones you want ahead of time! We'll be in SAC 302 from 6-7pm. NOTE: This is a different room than usual.
General Body Meetings
Fridays | SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
2/10 Freestyle Origami: Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
2/17 Traditionals Origami: (SAC 169) We'll fold cranes, cicadas, frogs, and more!
3/3 Modulars Origami: Fold many units and assemble them into something new! We'll have diagrams for Sonobe units, ninja stars, PHiZZ units and more.
3/10 Papermaking: You can make your own custom paper, such as tissue foil paper or custom colors and patterns.
3/24 Crane-a-thon: We'll be hosting a Crane-a-thon for our Cranes for a Cause Initiative! Help us fold cranes for our Pride Flag installation in Wang Center. For this event, we're collaborating with AAPI Mentorship Network and Project Sunshine. We'll be in SAC 305 from 6-8PM. Please note that this event is 2 hours, rather than our usual 1 hour. We hope to see you there. There will be raffle prizes!
3/31 Freestyle Origami: During these meetings, you can fold whatever you want! IMPORTANT: This GBM will be the last chance to bring in your folded cranes! Be sure to stop by if you have any you'd like to donate for our Cranes for a Cause Initiative.
4/7 Suncatchers Origami: Suncatchers are made from folding eight modules with translucent kite paper, assembling, and then holding them up to light. They look especially nice on windows with sunlight!
4/14 Freestyle Origami: Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
4/28 Giant Origami: This is our last GBM of the semester. Fold giant versions of models with the provided paper! As usual, we'll be in SAC 305 from 6-7pm. Also, we're holding E-Board elections during this GBM! Be sure to show up if you are planning to run for a position. Nominees are allowed a one minute speech.
Fall 2022
Involvement Fair
8/31 | SAC Plaza | 1 PM - 2:30 PM
Stop by to fold your own Wolfie and pick up a free SBOC pin!
JSO Japan Culture Festival
9/9 | SAC Ballroom A | 7 PM - 9 PM
We will be teaching how to fold cranes, cicadas, and samurai hats. Also, there will be opportunities to win raffle tickets at our tables.
The event will have free food and caps at 200.
We hope to see you there!
Wolfieland
9/10 | SAC Faculty/Staff Parking Lot (H Lot/Lot 13) | 4 PM - 6:45 PM
Feel free to stop by and learn how to fold Wolfie heads and two versions of sitting wolves!
Yang Hall Council Paper Airplane Contest
10/18 | Yang Hall Lounge | 8 PM
The Yang Hall Council is collaborating with the Origami club! Join us on Tuesday, October 18th at 8:00 PM in the lounge! ATTENTION: There will be prizes!!
Star Jars Event
11/18 | SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
Fold stars from paper strips, and put them inside small glass jars to take home!
General Body Meetings
Fridays | SAC 305 | 6 PM - 7 PM
9/2 Beginner Origami: Members will get to know each other and learn the basics of origami at our first GBM!
9/9 Freestyle Origami: Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
9/16 Modular Origami: Combine many small units into something new! Fold ninja stars, wreaths, geometric models, and more with SBOC during this GBM.
9/23 Freestyle Origami: Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
9/30 Action Origami: We'll be folding models that are able to move, like jumping frogs, flapping birds, and kaleidocycles.
10/7 Freestyle Origami: (SAC 302) Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
10/14 Under the Sea Origami: (SAC 303) This week we will be folding sea creatures that hop, swim, and crawl though the water. Join us in folding creatures from all around the ocean.
10/21 Freestyle Origami: Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
10/28 Halloween Origami: Join us to make your own light-up Jack O' Lanterns and fold Halloween origami! We'll also have some candy for you to take home.
11/4 Freestyle Origami: Join us for Freestyle Origami! Fold whatever you want - diagrams and paper will be provided, and Teachers will be there to help you along the way. All skill levels welcome!
11/11 Dinosaurs and Dragons Origami: This Friday (11/11/22) we'll be holding a Dinosaurs & Dragons GBM. Fold various models like Tyrannosaurus, Demitrodon, Stegosaurus, and dragons! As usual, it will be held in SAC 305 from 6-7PM. We hope to see you there.
12/2 Holiday Origami: This Friday (12/2/22), we'll be having our last GBM of the semester! The theme is Holiday Origami, so we'll have diagrams for Santa, dreidels, reindeer, and more. As usual, we are in SAC 305 from 6-7PM. Have a great rest of your semester and good luck on your finals!!
Spring 2022
SEA Involvement Fair
1/27 | Thursday | 7-9pm | Virtual
Fold your own penguin and meet the SBOC E-Board! Sign up to become a SBOC member!
FSA x SBOC Valentine's Day Event
2/14 | Monday | 1-2:30pm | Location TBD
Fold your own hearts, valentines, and flowers for that special someone! ;)
Hosted in collaboration with the Stony Brook Faculty Student Association.
SASC x SBOC Fidget Toys Workshop
3/2 | Thursday | 6-7pm | Location TBD
Destress during midterms by creating your own paper fidget toys! Models include the kaleidocycle and Miura fold.
Hosted in collaboration with the Stony Brook Student Accessibility Support Center.
Cranes for a Cause Initiative
March| Collaborating Organizations TBA
SBOC will be hosting its first Cranes for a Cause initiative in March 2022. In collaboration with other Stony Brook campus organizations and residential communities, SBOC will be collecting origami paper cranes folded by students and donating them to various charity organizations.
Tzu Chi x SBOC Origami for Others
4/21 | Thursday | 7-9pm | SAC 303
Get your fold on during our Origami for Others charity event! Write messages of positivity in origami hearts, fold origami action toys, make paper flower bouquets, and thread together origami Tzu Chi lotus tassels. Models folded by members will be donated to various charity organizations.
Hosted in collaboration with the Tzu Chi Stony Brook Collegiate Association.
Science Fiction Forum x SBOC Star Wars Origami
5/4 | Wednesday | 6-8pm | Student Union Basement
May the Fourth Be With You! Fold Star Wars-themed origami while watching Star Wars.
Hosted in collaboration with the Stony Brook Science Fiction Forum.
General Body Meetings
1/28 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Get introduced to SBOC, meet other members, and learn the basics of folding traditional models at this interest meeting!
2/11 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold Chinese zodiac animals, such as the tiger, in celebration of the Lunar New Year.
2/25| Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 303
Fold modular models including the ninja star, slinky, and Sonobe cube.
3/11 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
It's our inaugural Crane-a-thon! Compete with other members to fold the most cranes in an hour - winner gets a prize! All cranes will be donated to various charity organizations as part of our month-long Cranes for a Cause initiative.
4/1 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold dollar bill origami and kirigami!
4/15 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Create your own origami suncatchers with colored translucent paper.
4/29 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Big Origami time! Work in teams to create a big piece of origami from big paper.
Fall 2021
SEA Involvement Fair
9/1 | Wednesday | 12:30-2:30pm | SAC Plaza
Fold your own Wolfie face and meet the SBOC E-Board! Sign up to become a SBOC member!
Wolfieland Carnival
9/11 | Saturday | 4-7pm | SAC Plaza
Fold your own sitting Wolfie, a paper pet for your dorm!
SB UNICEF x SBOC Gala
11/3 | Wednesday | 7-9pm | Union Ballroom
Fold origami hearts with messages of positivity to be donated to the Long Island State Veterans Home.
Hosted in collaboration with the Stony Brook University Campus Initiative of the United Nations Children's Fund .
CPO x SBOC Origami Bookmarks
11/4 | Thursday | 6:30-7:30pm | SAC 306
Learn about the importance of taking study breaks while folding origami bookmarks!
Hosted in collaboration with the Stony Brook Center for Prevention and Outreach Healing Arts initiative.
SWE x SBOC Origami in Engineering
11/5 | Friday | 4:30-5:30pm | ESS 131
Come discover the parallels between origami and engineering! Fold models with engineering applications, such as the Miura fold.
Hosted in collaboration with the Society of Women Engineers at Stony Brook University.
General Body Meetings
9/3 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Get introduced to SBOC, meet other members, and learn the basics of folding at this interest meeting!
9/17 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold traditional Japanese models including the box, waterbomb, and tulip.
10/1 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold action models including the jumping frog, talking fish, and flapping crane.
10/15 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold modular models including the ninja star, slinky, and Sonobe cube.
10/29 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold Halloween origami decorations!
11/12 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Fold Tomoko Fuse's iconic Navel Shell origami model.
12/3 | Friday | 6-7pm | SAC 311
Bring on the spirit of the holidays by folding your own origami ornaments, including stars, reindeer and Santa!
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