PSFA STORIES
PSFA Stories is a round-up of curated links, as well as articles about the SDSU College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts written by the PSFA Communications Team and student interns building their portfolios.
Amber Tarrac Reimagines Economic Development Through Culture and Community
Oct 22School of Public Affairs alumna ignites opportunity and equity for diverse entrepreneurs through FounderFuego
SDSU’s ALEO workshops provide resources for local officials
Oct 22SDSU’s Academy for Local Elected Officials prepares local leaders to communicate with clarity and confidence through its latest workshop, featuring former BBC anchor Claire Strong.
Chris Warren Explores the Art and Science of Sound on “Recording Studio Rockstars” podcast
Oct 16Dive into an inspiring conversation with Dr. Warren as he unpacks the artistry and science that bring sound to life
“Reencuentros: allá nos vemos” exhibit connects family, photography and the past
Oct 14Seven artists from Southern California examine the evolving identity that emerges after migration, tracing what is remembered, reimagined and repressed
SDSU alumnus Antonio Morales builds a national career in sports journalism
Oct 10San Diego State alumnus Antonio Morales turned his passion for sports writing at The Daily Aztec into a national career. Now a college football reporter for The Athletic, he credits SDSU for shaping his work ethic and journalism foundation.
“Merrily We Roll Along” in concert brings Sondheim to SDSU
Oct 8Featuring the SDSU Jazz Ensemble, this concert staging of "Merrily We Roll Along" will take audiences on a reflective journey backward through two decades of dreams and choices.
Video: Alumna Shares the Untold Stories of WWII
Oct 8Alumna Jonnie Wilson (‘76) and University History Curator, Seth Malios, dive deep into the inspiration and importance behind SDSU’s “Dear Doc” event on the USS Midway.
Dr. Kaye Sweetser Honored with SDSU Alumni Award for Inspiring the Next Generation of PR Leaders
Oct 6Dr. Kaye Sweetser earned the SDSU Alumni Association Award for her leadership, mentorship and dedication to student success in public relations. She emphasizes hands-on learning, advocacy and balance in her teaching and professional life.
“Reencuentros: allá nos vemos” Explores Memory, Identity, and Home
Oct 6University Art Gallery exhibition highlights artists from Southern California and the San Diego/Tijuana borderlands
SDSU’s new Music Education Master’s degree is made by teachers, for teachers
Oct 6Launching in Summer 2026, the School of Music and Dance introduces a teacher-friendly Master’s in Music Education designed to align with teachers’ schedules
SDSU Student Film “YEUX” Selected for National PBS Broadcast
Oct 2The documentary on queer identity and self-expression airs nationally on PBS Oct. 22
Graduate Student MJ Duran Examines Spanish-Language Media Coverage of Immigration
Sep 30Graduate student MJ Duran’s thesis explores how Spanish-language journalists covered the 2018 migrant caravans, highlighting differences from mainstream U.S. media. Drawing on her immigrant background, she emphasizes framing, journalist perspectives, and the importance of Spanish-language coverage for immigrant communities.
Emely Navarro turned her passion for pop culture into an Emmy-winning career
Sep 29Emely Navarro turned her love for pop culture into a career at Access Hollywood, earning an Emmy at 22 and proving that persistence, creativity and a fearless attitude can open doors in journalism and entertainment.
SDSU School of Communication to host inaugural Berman Institute Distinguished Lecture
Sep 26UC Santa Barbara professor Walid Afifi to discuss resilience and chronic uncertainty in inaugural endowment-funded lecture at SDSU.
Forbes: Despite Emmy Wins, New Study Reveals Persistent Age Bias Against Women In Hollywood
Sep 25A report by Martha Lauzen, executive director of the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film found that once actors hit 40, men were far more likely to get roles than women.
Katherine Merten’s Jewelry Studio Finds a New Home at SDSU
Sep 23Heirs of an MFA student at SDSU have donated her entire studio to the School of Art and Design.
Paige Seastedt turns a lifelong love of TV into a dream internship at NBCUniversal
Sep 17Growing up in Nebraska, Paige Seastedt never imagined she would one day be brushing shoulders with celebrities backstage at the Critics Choice Awards or capturing red carpet arrivals for Bravo TV.
Alumni Spotlight, Johamy Morales (‘06)
Sep 17Johamy Morales (‘06) has been named the Artistic Director at Seattle Children’s Theatre, one of the nation’s most prestigious theatres for young audiences
SDSU Alumnus Shapes Design and Leadership at Intuit
Sep 17San Diego State University alumnus and VP of Design at Intuit TurboTax, Cesar Villegas (‘95), knows just how valuable a degree can be to one’s career.
SDSU School of Theatre, Television, and Film Welcomes Jubilate Cox
Sep 17With a fine arts background and an interest in storytelling through space, Jubilate brings over a decade of professional experience to her position.