Alisha Ragland is the Repatriation Coordinator and Tribal Liaison at San José State University, lectures in the Anthropology department, and serves in a leadership role with the Gathering of Academic and Indigenous Native Americans. A dedicated Indigenous archaeologist and community advocate, she leads efforts to support Native American sovereignty through collaborative repatriation work, student engagement, and public education on NAGPRA compliance

Jennifer Tejeda is currently serving as an analyst supporting both the History and Economics Departments. Since joining the History Department in May 2023, Jennifer has been a steadying force through leadership transitions and logistical challenges. Just in the last month, Jennifer has supported both departments with their scholarship events. Her attention to detail ensured the students and families felt welcomed, valued and celebrated.She is deeply valued by faculty and students alike for her responsiveness, problem-solving skills, and warm presence, making her an essential part of the department’s community and success.

San Jose State University’s, MUP alum George Casey was elected to the SJ City Council, serving District 10.

Dustin Mulvaney (Environmental Studies) co-authors “Critical minerals mining and Native American sovereignty: Comparing case studies of lithium, copper, antimony, nickel and graphite mining in the United States.” The Extractive Industries and Society 20 (2024): 101557.

Laureen Hom held a virtual book talk about her recently published work, The Power of Chinatown: Searching for Spatial Justice in Los Angeles with the Department of Geography at Simon Fraser University on November 19.