✨ We proudly welcomed thousands of admitted students and their families to campus for our annual Admitted Spartans Day this past weekend! 💙💛
@sjsusammy was in awe seeing campus come alive with bright, curious minds ready to take on their next chapter in the heart of Silicon Valley.
To our newest Spartans now repping that ole' blue and gold, welcome to San José State!
We are honored to have you and can’t wait to see what you accomplish next 💙💛
On June 24, the @naacp inducted four legendary Spartans into its Legacy Hall of Fame in recognition of their groundbreaking work as civil rights advocates: Olympic Project for Human Rights co-founders Dr. Harry Edwards, ’64 Social Science, ’16 Honorary Doctorate, and Ken Noel, ’66 BA, ’68 MA, Social Science; and Olympians Tommie Smith, ’69 Social Science, ’05 Honorary Doctorate, and John Carlos, ’05 Honorary Doctorate.
“This recognition is for all those athletes who have turned their athletic stages into platforms to advocate for that more perfect union,” says Edwards, professor emeritus of UC Berkeley and author of “The Revolt of the Black Athlete,” the seminal sports sociology text.
Read more in the #sjsu NewsCenter blog at the link in bio. #spartanlife
“No matter what you’re thinking about doing with your life, San José State has a program for you. The opportunity to think, engage, create and find your way toward a career or graduate education is something you’ll be able to do right here at #sjsu.” #spartanlife
Yesterday, the Valley Foundation School of Nursing proudly hosted the 2026 Nursing Showcase, celebrating the exceptional work of graduating nurses from San José State University’s undergraduate, master's and doctorate of nursing programs.
During the poster presentation session, SJSU nursing students shared research, clinical projects and evidence-based initiatives that reflect their dedication to advancing healthcare, improving patient outcomes and serving communities with compassion and excellence.
The showcase highlighted the innovation and leadership that define the SJSU nursing community. It was an inspiring opportunity to recognize the hard work and achievements of our graduating students as they prepare to make a lasting impact in healthcare.
Celebrating the 2nd Annual Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program Research Showcase at San José State University – a milestone event honoring five years of UROP and the extraordinary community of student researchers and faculty mentors driving innovation, discovery, and impact.
This year’s showcase marked five years of UROP and highlighted the incredible achievements of the 2025–26 cohort, bringing together students, faculty mentors, families, and supporters to honor the impact of undergraduate research at SJSU.
Student researchers presented projects shaped by a year of hard work, curiosity, and dedication across disciplines. Through meaningful student-faculty partnerships, these scholars are advancing ideas that address real-world challenges and demonstrate the power of research to create change.
Congratulations to every student presenter, faculty mentor, and supporter who made this milestone celebration possible. The future of research and innovation is bright at SJSU, and this showcase was a powerful reminder of what can be achieved through collaboration, perseverance, and opportunity.
ONLY 5 MORE DAYS UNTIL COMMENCEMENT!
Are you ready class of 2026? Your next chapter is unfolding soon!
"Congratulations to all graduates! We believe in you!" — Rangapriya Kannan, dean of the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business
"Enjoy your last weekend as an enrolled SJSU student 😭" — (Sammy the Spartan crying in a corner)
Graduating next week? This is your sign to get it together (in the best way).
You’re about to have your main character moment on stage, so make sure everything’s ready:
✔️ SJSU regalia
✔️ Photo ID
✔️ Arrive at least an hour early
✔️ Parking pass secured
✔️ Checked the prohibited items list
Do not let the only thing you forget be the one thing you actually need.
Get prepped, take it all in and get ready to walk. 🎓
All the details: https://www.sjsu.edu/commencement/
Archaeology in the cosmos. Aging, care, identity, and what it means to belong.
This spring, 11 faculty researchers took part in SJSU’s Research Impact Academy, working with Wendy Van of Open Window Communications to develop short, public-ready talks about their research and why it matters.
Turns out, Spartan research often starts deeply personal, then grows to affect all of us.
Stay tuned as we share the talks over the coming months. You won’t be disappointed. 🎤 📡
San José State University has been selected as the official Team Base Camp for Paraguay’s National Team during the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
This is a proud moment for SJSU and a powerful reflection of who we are, innovative, globally connected, and ready to welcome the world. From our campus to Silicon Valley, we are honored to host La Albirroja and bring our community together through the global game.
The world is coming to @cityofsanjose - We are ready!
🗣️ Hear from Maria Bones, Executive Managing Director of the Hammer Theatre, on why she’s excited for the upcoming Oregon Shakespeare Festival trip ✨ Whether you love Shakespeare, live performance, or just want a unique theatre experience, this is a trip you won’t want to miss! 🎭
Tell us in the comments, what’s your favorite Shakespeare play? 👀⬇️
🔗 Link in bio to learn more & sign up!
#AtTheHammer #OregonShakespeareFestival #SJSUArts #SanJoseEvents #LiveTheatre Shakespeare
For nearly five decades, generations of students, faculty, staff, and local classrooms came to know and love Jeremiah, the desert tortoise who lived in Duncan Hall.
Estimated to have been at least 85 years old, more likely in his 90s, Jeremiah came to SJSU from a private citizen in the 1970s and served as a Science Education Resource Center wildlife ambassador. His charisma and demeanor quickly made him the program's most popular representative. Whether sunning himself outside Duncan or patiently visiting classrooms across the region, he introduced 𝘩𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘢𝘯𝘥𝘴 of people to wildlife, science, and curiosity in a way only Jeremiah could.
This week, the College of Science had to say goodbye to this dear old friend. Thank you to the caregivers, veterinary staff, faculty, and students who looked after Jeremiah for so many years, and sincere condolences on your loss. 💚
What’s up Spartans!
Yes, it’s finals week. Yes, your screen time report is judging you. But also, you’re almost there.
A few more days of locked-in energy, questionable sleep schedules, and “one more chapter” lies … then it’s time to kick back and relax!
Finish strong, Spartans. You’ve got this. 🎓
