Continuing my in-depth look at our Transformation 2030 strategic plan goals and the university’s progress on achieving them, I will now explore Goal 4—“Connect and Contribute.”
Category Archives: Government
SJSU’s role in the continued development of downtown San Jose
As I prepare for a panel discussion taking place later this week about the future of downtown San Jose, it seems fitting to share an op-ed piece I wrote for the San Francisco Chronicle in November. Though the piece lays out the ways in which San Jose State can assist Google with its downtown San Jose development project, the ideas are applicable beyond that particular effort.
Welcome back!
I am delighted to welcome each of you back to campus! You will feel the energy and excitement that ripples through campus as you walk around, settle in and prepare for classes. It is palpable!
SJSU and its Mineta Transportation Institute are “transporting” our students to new career opportunities
Because it is such a critical part of our overall educational mission, I have written a lot lately about how San Jose State prepares its students for the workforce and, specifically, the global economy. Continuing that theme, I would like to focus this time on transportation, both the multitude of opportunities in this field but also the exciting ways in which San Jose State and its Mineta Transportation Institute (MTI) are working to develop a qualified, well-trained transportation workforce.
SJSU Cares’ student housing and food security resources
San José State University is committed to supporting the academic and personal wellbeing of our students. Many of you may have seen the recent news coverage regarding homelessness and food insecurity among our student population. The leadership team is keenly aware of this issue. With the winter months directly ahead of us, we take this time to send a reminder of the many resources SJSU provides.