It’s A Farewell – for now – to Santa Clara Supervisor Cindy Chavez (SJ Mercury News)

Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez starts her new job in New Mexico on Wednesday, but last Friday she got to say goodbye to many of her colleagues and friends at an event hosted by the Valley Health Foundation at Notre Dame High School in downtown San Jose. It’s a farewell — for now — to Santa […]

Helping Hand (SJ Mercury News)

While everyone was celebrating the opening of Spartan Village on the Paseo, San Jose State President Cynthia Teniente-Matson made sure to give special thanks to state Sen. Dave Cortese for a very special assist in getting the project open in time for the school year. It’s time to name San Jose City Hall rotunda for […]

Sharing CSU’s Response to Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Decision

San José State University has a proud tradition of supporting social justice and speaking out against harmful inequities, including in access to health care. The U.S. Supreme Court ruling that overturns Roe v. Wade is a jarring rebuttal of those values.

Remembering Norman Mineta

We were saddened today to learn about the passing of Secretary Norman Y. Mineta, a friend not only to SJSU but to our entire nation for his many contributions. Secretary Mineta, a San José native, was a legendary, towering figure who made important, lasting, positive contributions to our region and country.

Waving the Spartan Flag

It’s hard to believe it’s been nearly three months since I joined San José State University as interim president. As I’ve very much enjoyed listening to members of our campus community and learning about this incredible university, it feels like a great time to offer a report of sorts on what I’ve observed.