20 Mar, 2019
For 30 years, the Maximizing Access to Research Careers (MARC) Undergraduate Student Training in Academic Research (U*STAR) program, has provided financial support and mentorship for undergraduates who are underrepresented in the biomedical sciences to do research and prepare them for doctoral training.
27 Feb, 2019
Cultural anthropologist Jan English-Lueck is a leading expert on one of the most unique habitats and tribes in the world—Silicon Valley and the people who live and work here.
Current Issue / Fall-Winter 2018 / Photos and Videos
20 Nov, 2018
Associate Professor of Physics Ehsan Khatami explores superconductivity.
14 May, 2018
Physics and Astronomy Professor Peter Beyersdorf’s research helped detect gravitational waves for the first time in 2015.
Spring-Summer 2018 / Web Extra
14 May, 2018
Rycenga’s research on abolitionist educator Prudence Crandall (1803–1890) has provided an early example of how education can be a catalyst for social change.
5 Nov, 2017
One vest can impact an entire community. The hands-free design helps people access potable water and while accomplishing simultaneous tasks.
5 Nov, 2017
By breaking down the fundamental elements that make up bacteria, scientists can map out potential links to common health problems.
Fall-Winter 2017 / Profile / Web Extra
5 Nov, 2017
Ouverney’s year in the Amazon gave him a unique perspective as a microbiologist and a cultural ambassador
4 Oct, 2017
Peter Beyersdorf remains curious about the way the world works—a curiosity he cultivates with students.
4 Oct, 2017
“I’ve been here for almost 12 years and I’ve yet to meet someone who is not committed to the wellbeing of our students, our colleagues and our university.”
Spring-Summer 2017 / Web Extra
9 May, 2017
As a young child, Professor Carlos Alberto Sanchez learned to cross geographic and cultural boundaries. As a professor, he says that it is his “responsibility to make sure that philosophy belongs to everyone.” Perhaps learning has no borders.
21 Feb, 2017
“The arts are not just about entertaining, but about pushing boundaries and encouraging others to do the same.”
2 Dec, 2016
Professor Tatiana Shubin is working to increase interest in mathematics among Navajo students.
22 Feb, 2016
“It is inevitable that the more you learn, the more you pass on.”
1 Dec, 2015
There are benefits to being your family’s first college graduate.
12 Feb, 2015
“I don’t fit the traditional mold of a scholar, but it’s wonderful to train scientists and get them in the right place to do great science.”
24 Jun, 2014
The first time Richard Vo, ’14 Physics, looked into a telescope was last summer.
22 Oct, 2013
As firefighters struggled to contain this summer’s Rim Fire near Yosemite National Park, Craig Clements and his students were on the scene.
22 Oct, 2013
San José State starting offensive tackle Wes Schweitzer was about to join the Marine Corps when he got the first of seven scholarship offers to play college football.
26 Mar, 2019
20 Mar, 2019
Jan English-Lueck: 2019 President’s Scholar
27 Feb, 2019
Susan Verducci: 2019 Outstanding Professor
27 Feb, 2019
Melody Esfandiari: 2019 Outstanding Lecturer
27 Feb, 2019
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