A “Blueprint” for Educational Achievement
Lessons from the life and calling of a once-failed student.
Washington Square: Fall/Winter 2014
Anne Marie Todd: 2015 Outstanding Professor
” I want my students to know: You can change the world—and you should.”
Kevin Jordan: 2015 President’s Scholar
“I don’t fit the traditional mold of a scholar, but it’s wonderful to train scientists and get them in the right place to do great science.”
Cynthia Baer: 2015 Outstanding Lecturer
“I’m in this to help my students discover themselves, but I’m still discovering myself, too.”
Scot Guenter: 2015 Distinguished Service Award
“I believe that good citizenship requires participation and community service in the Jeffersonian tradition.”
Giving the Gift of Community
Twenty-three years running, the University Police Department Holiday Toy Drive gives much more than toys to low-income families surrounding SJSU.
Center of the Storm
In a room of the Hotel Ukraina in downtown Kyiv, SJSU alumni launched the Ukraine Crisis Media Center.
Giving a Hoot
“Change doesn’t happen in big giant broad strokes all the time. More often it happens at the local level.”
Wojcik’s Way
The keys to rebuilding SJSU men’s basketball, according to Dave Wojcik? “Patience, diligence and a true commitment.”
My Very Inspirational Person [VIP]
Our Fall/Winter 2014 VIP: Assistant Professor Civil and Environmental Engineering Laura Sullivan-Green.
Debunking the Mission “Myth”
Former San Jose Mercury News reporter and alumnus Elias Castillo’s forthcoming book offers a new perspective on California’s missions.
Inspiring Leadership
Wesley “Bud” Hubbard, ’34 Political Science, pursued what he thought was best for the long-term health of the community.
Iced Tee: Spartan Golfer Got Her Start Playing Hockey
Spartan golfer Megan Osland, ’15 Recreation Management, knows how to swing more than a five iron.
Class Discussion: Communication and Philanthropy
A new course prepares students to go to work for a cause.
Faculty Spotlight: Getting Educated
Professor Steven Millner: “Coming to San José State College was one of the best life decisions I made.”
Job Maestro: How to Give and Receive Criticism
The Job Maestro interviewed Brian Taylor, professor and former chair of the Department of Art and Art History.
