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.
School of Theatre, Television, and Film Welcomes Back Industry Leader Paul Haas
Nov 26WME partner Paul Haas returns to campus to share insights from his career in global talent representation. He will offer students advice on ambition, networking, and a perspective on the entertainment industry.
SD Union Tribune: Brian Levy elevates on concert stages and as head of SDSU’s jazz department
Nov 26He will be the featured artist at Saturday's San Diego Symphony Jazz at The Jacobs "Blue Train" concert honoring saxophone icon John Coltrane
In Memoriam: Bill Eadie
Nov 26The former director of the School of Communication is remembered as a calm presence and valuable mentor.
Daily Aztec: Yung Guero, the SDSU singer who uses his Mexican heritage to fuel his music
Nov 24Yung Guero is an SDSU student who transferred from MiraCosta College in Oceanside, pursuing music through inspiration from his cultural background
Alumni Spotlight, Tracy Judge (‘15)
Nov 20Meet San Diego State University alumna Tracy Judge (‘15), Founder & CEO of Soundings, a talent platform connecting organizations with full-time and freelance professionals in the business events industry.
San Diego State University’s enduring economic impact
Nov 19SDSU continues to play a powerful role in advancing California’s economy, supporting tens of thousands of jobs, generating billions in statewide economic activity and fueling opportunity through education, research and community partnership.
J. Fred Sadu’s Lifelong Love for Sports and Storytelling
Nov 18J. Fred Sadu, an SDSU alumnus and longtime media professional, built a 25-year journalism career before transitioning to tennis media relations, where his passion, volunteer work and respect for others led him to cover major tournaments worldwide.
Graduate Student Alex Hopp Examines How Chappell Roan’s Boundary-Setting Is Changing Fan Relationships
Nov 18Graduate student Alex Hopp’s thesis explores how pop artist Chappell Roan’s boundary-setting with fans reveals a cultural shift in celebrity-fan relationships, emphasizing that authenticity and connection can coexist with privacy and self-protection in digital fandoms.
Screening Circle sparks conversation on culture and identity at SDSU
Nov 18Students attended a Screening Circle at SDSU’s Montezuma Theatre to watch Muslim Matchmaker and discuss media representation, exploring how diverse portrayals of Muslim identities challenge stereotypes and promote cultural understanding on campus.
New lounge brings coffee, comfort and connection to Adams Humanities
Nov 12The School of Journalism and Media Studies opened the Ion | Behar Family Student Lounge and Studios, a new space in Adams Humanities for JMS students to study, connect, and relax — reflecting the school’s commitment to community, creativity, and student-centered spaces.
School of Theatre, Television, and Film presents the Mainstage Production of Shakespeare's Twelfth Night in a 1980s Retro Remix
Nov 12In this vibrant 1980s reimagining of Twelfth Night, professor and Shakespeare expert Dani Bedau directs this joyfully nostalgic production for the seventh time in her career, and for the first time in SDSU’s main stage season.
Noemi Portillo, a SDSU Grad Student Examines Latino Voices in Politics in Scope of Bridging Generations
Nov 12SDSU graduate student Noemi Portillo is researching how generational differences shape how Latinos interpret political messages, aiming to improve communication with multicultural communities while balancing full-time work and her master’s studies under advisor Dr. Kaye Sweetser.
SDSU and USD concurrent JD/MPA degree accepting applications
Nov 6San Diego State University School of Public Affairs and the University of San Diego School of Law four-year degree program combines legal and public administration studies
Aztec Owned: Artiste Winery
Nov 6A hopeful filmmaker turned craft winemaker, Bion Rice (TFM, ‘94) has built a winery where art is on the label and also reflected in the taste.
Blending Art and Flavor at Sugar Kiln
Nov 6Chef Lea Marie Dennis (Art, ’04) blends her passion for art and cooking at her bakery, Sugar Kiln, where her beautifully crafted cookies make the perfect gift this holiday season.
SDSU’s November Ceramic and Jewelry Sales Showcase Student Talent
Nov 4From hand-thrown mugs to one-of-a-kind metalwork, this month’s annual art sales invite the community to shop unique creations while supporting student artists and their creative programs
SDSU theatre performance major brings Italian acting lessons home
Nov 4SDSU student Jaysten Merced-Ares spent the summer studying abroad in Italy at the Accademia dell’Arte, an immersive program that gave him hands-on experience in performance, improvisation, and creative collaboration, which he now applies to campus productions.
Daily Aztec: Behind the curtain with the cast and crew of SDSU’s “Merrily We Roll Along”
Nov 3Take a look behind the scenes of the main stage, theatrical production
PSFA Launches New Strategic Plan to Strengthen Student Success
Oct 29The college’s new, all-encompassing strategic “living document” is the product of a yearlong, collaborative effort uniting students, faculty, and staff across the college
Dr. Northup Travels to Build International Partnerships to Globalize JMS
Oct 28Dr. Temple Northup, director of SDSU’s School of Journalism and Media Studies, traveled across Asia to build global partnerships and develop new study abroad programs, aiming to make international experiences a key part of journalism education.





















