Spring 2024 WSQ Magazine: Discover Experiential Learning at SJSU
With more than 30 examples of experiential learning for undergraduate and graduate students, this new edition of Washington Square: The Magazine highlights the impact hands-on opportunities have in preparing Spartans to succeed in their career endeavors.
Featured Stories
“Over the Top: Chandelierium” Art Exhibit Features Recycled Material
SJSU Spatial Arts Professor Shannon Wright’s Art 173 class reused materials from the former San José Hilton Signia hotel to create “Over the Top: Chandelierium,” a unique exhibit on display at the SJSU Art Building through May 13.
Deep Dive in 5: The SJSU Nursing Program
San José State’s Valley Foundation School of Nursing has been helping its community for decades, shepherding countless Spartans through nursing degrees and connecting them with hands-on experiences and the chance to bring their knowledge out into the wider world.
Spartan Designers’ Work on Display at the San Francisco Museum of Craft and Design
Calligraphy, typography, 3D printed objects, light photography and virtual reality projects produced by SJSU students in collaboration with a robot are on display at the San Francisco Museum of Craft and Design through June 30.
Hollywood to Liquid Sword to SRAC: Performance Art in the Pool
A group of SJSU graduate students in art teamed up with Professor of Art Robin Lasser and Norway-based interdisciplinary artist Michael Laundry to host a unique performance in the Spartan Recreation and Aquatic Center pool on May 7.
“1984” Play Sparks Unique Collaboration Between Humanities and Arts Faculty
An advertising class pitched branded content campaigns to the director and producer of the upcoming theatrical adaptation of “1984,” George Orwell’s novel, as part of a unique partnership.
SJSU MS Taxation Program Elevates Your Professional Career
April is often marked by Tax Day on April 15. San José State’s Master of Science in Taxation program helps accountants advance their careers in taxation and helps students set themselves apart in the finance, accounting and tax spaces.
Deep Dive in Five with Randy Rodriguez: Resources for Spartans with Autism
In his role as an accommodations counselor and coordinator for the Accessible Education Center (AEC), Randy Rodriguez has found his purpose: making SJSU a place where students on the autism spectrum can succeed, thrive and fulfill career goals.
New Exhibit Showcases South Asian Diaspora through Community Connection
Mantra Roy explains “South Asians in Silicon Valley,” a new program and exhibit hosted at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library.
A Look at Black Maternal Health Week
SJSU will host several events from April 11-17 to celebrate Black Maternal Health Week, a nationwide observance that seeks to build awareness of and activism driven by the perspectives and lived experiences of Black Mamas and birthing people.
SJSU in the News
South Bay homeowner sees insurance premium double from $9,000 a year to $18,000
NBC Bay Area
The $12B project that could jump-start US high-speed rail
E&E News
$100 million in tax refunds is sitting unclaimed, deadline looms to claim the money
KCBS Radio
Tesla employee laid off without warning tells of living in car at factory
KTVU-TV
Beethoven hair holds clue to his deafness: Discovery of toxic substances in composer’s locks
The Telegraph Online
It’s a 408 vs. 510 Showdown as San Jose Earthquakes Take on Oakland Roots
KGO-TV