An estimated 49.6 millionindividuals are currently trapped by human trafficking worldwide. Transportation systems, including airports, bus terminals, and transit networks, serve as critical infrastructures for moving goods and people during major events like international sporting events or festivals—but they also inadvertently function as facilitators for human traffickers to move their victims across regions. Continue Reading…
On Sunday, February 8, Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara will host Super Bowl LX, the culmination of the National Football League season and one of the most highly anticipated sporting events nationwide. Massive athletic events bring thousands of visitors, tourism, cultural and artistic opportunities to the hosting region — and with that, an entire underground economy that has the potential to harm lives. Continue Reading…
Innovation is alive and thriving at San José State University, and this year’s 2025 Silicon Valley Innovation Challenge (SVIC) showcased how our students are shaping the future. SJSU students shared projects tackling real-world challenges across various fields, including engineering, business, and biotechnology. Continue Reading…
As real estate continues to shape communities and economies worldwide, San José State University is ensuring Spartans lead the way. On September 30, 2025, the SJSU community gathered in the Student Union Ballroom to celebrate the official launch of the Harold Dean Valceschini and Joan Robel Valceschini Real Estate Certificate. The event brought together students, alumni, faculty and leaders in the real estate industry to honor a new milestone for the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business and its School of Management. Continue Reading…
In a conference room reimagined with draped tables adorned with autumn colors, a captivated audience listened to a fireside chat between alumna Janice Le, general manager at Microsoft Security, and Lucas College of Business Dean, Rangapriya “Priya” Kannan. The November 19th event, LILAC’s (LCoB Interorganizational Leadership Advancement Committee) most recent installation of its Ignite & Inspire series, centered on a clever and relatable theme: “From Awkward to Awesome.” Continue Reading…