"The College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts prides itself on the creativity, involvement, leadership, and scholarship of its students. We hope you will enjoy reading about the talented individuals who make PSFA their home at San Diego State."
- Joyce M. Gattas, Dean
Television, Theatre and Film Students Win Emmy
"Three of a Kind," a sitcom pilot produced by San Diego State University students Iris Caffin and Bonni Rooney, received the Outstanding Achievement for a Student Production Award from the National Academy of Television Arts and
Bonni Rooney and Iris Caffin
Sciences Pacific Southwest Chapter. The award was announced at the academy's 34th Annual Pacific Southwest Emmy Awards ceremony at the La Costa Resort and Spa in Carlsbad, Calif. This is the first Emmy win for the SDSU Television, Theatre and Film Department for a live-to-tape multi-camera television project.
Army Commissions Officer
Saturday, September 20th marked the commissioning of the AROTC’s newest Second Lieutenant, Edwin Song.
LTC Kent Rideout, 2nd Lt. Edwin Song, MSG Michael Goodman
Song, an advertising student, overcame tremendous odds in recovering from a serious knee injury to complete his fitness requirements while finishing his BA at SDSU. Upon completion of ordnance training, he will report to his assigned unit as a platoon leader at Fr. Irwin, CA with the 11th Armored Cavalry Regiment.
Contact Information
College of Professional Studies
and Fine Arts
San Diego State University
5500 Campanile Drive
San Diego, CA 92182-4512
Phone: (619) 594-5124
Fax: (619) 594-6974
Web address: http://psfa.sdsu.edu
Music and Dance
Leonard Patton
Leonard Patton (MM candidate in Jazz Studies) has been nominated in the category of “Best Jazz Album” for the San Diego Music Awards. The awards will be presented September 17 at Viejas Casino. He recently released a CD entitled "Love Life and Song" on the Lenju Music Group label.
Journalism and Media Studies
Four graduate students in the School of JMS accelerated masters program for military public affairs officers earned their national accreditation in public relations: Capt. Carrie Batson (USMC), LCDR Dave Benham (USN), Lt. Jim Krohne (USN), and Lt. Tamara Lawrence (USN).
PSFA Student Volunteers
Thirty-five outstanding students have joined ranks with the College Council as members of the first PSFA Volunteer Corps. All members have attended training, possess a 3.0 or higher grade point average and have faculty references. Members participated as hosts at the New Student and Parent Convocation and Transfer Reception on Saturday, August 30.
PSFA College Council and AS Reps Welcome a New Year
The College Council is the governing body for all students with majors and minors in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts. The Council meets regularly and provides an opportunity for leadership enhancement, involvement, networking, community service, and student advocacy.
The council is comprised of representatives from each of the Colleges' recognized clubs and organizations. Representatives provide advice and direction for many academic and programmatic issues that face the College. Additionally, clubs and organizations with a representative in good standing receive A.S. funding for food, travel and/or supplies.
Meetings are open and take place in PSFA 200 from 1:00-1:50 on Wednesdays. Scheduled meetings for fall 2008 are: September 17, 24, Oct. 1, 15, 29, Nov. 12, Dec. 3
Selected Council Events:
- University Convocation
- Transfer Reception
- Club and Organization fairs
- International Exchange Student Welcome
- Outreach to local schools
- Giving “thanks” letter writing campaign to SDSU faculty-staff
- Backpack drive for Gompers Charter Middle School
- Compassion for African Villages
- Compact for Success
- Explore SDSU Day
- Dean’s List Program
- RITZ Zoo painting project
- Commencement
Having a voice on the College Council ensures that College, and ultimately University decisions, will be made with PSFA students in mind. Join us. You'll be glad you did. For more information, contact:
Advisor: Randi McKenzie rmckenzi@mail.sdsu.edu (619) 594-5124
Office: PSFA 212
President: Desmond Ho
Executive Vice President: Eric Gershon
Vice President of Internal Affairs: Joyce Byun
Vice President of Public Affairs: Rachael Phillips
Vice President of Finance: Ronni Leonard
Vice President of Academic Affairs: Jemalyn Chavez
AS Reps:
Joyce Byun, Desmond Ho, Daniel Brown, Ronni Leonard, Mitch Correia, Michael Toubi
Editor's Note
Christina Reed, Ensign Matthew Reed, Jessica Reed and Joe Reed (retired Army).
In our last “Spotlight” we mistakenly identified a family at the USD Commissioning Ceremony. Receiving his commission in the photo below was Ensign Matthew Reed. With him were Christina, Jessica, and Joe Reed (retired army). We apologize for any inconvenience caused by our mistake.