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.
SD Story: Engagingly Eclectic NWEAMO Festival 2026 Opens at San Diego State University
Feb 25The 2026 New West Evolving Arts and Music Organism (NWEAMO) Festival at SDSU’s Smith Recital Hall proved aptly eclectic.
Yamaha Honors Sonya Schumann in its Sixth Annual 40 Under 40 Music Program
Feb 25Sixth annual program celebrates teachers nationwide; Sonya Schumann cited for leadership, innovation and community impact in music education
“When She Became The Moon” explores grief and cultural heritage through the power of female friendships
Feb 23The all-female cast presents a story full of girlhood, horror, humor and cultural identity through a coming-of-age production held at SDSU
SDSU NewsCenter: Revamped home base for The Daily Aztec reflects alumnus’s enduring commitment to student journalism
Feb 20John Baldwin’s gift updates the newsroom and strengthens its future at SDSU.
Union Tribune: Local playwright Mabelle Reynoso's new play at SDSU
Feb 20Playwright/storyteller Mabelle Reynoso, who’s also a lecturer at San Diego State University’s School of Theatre, Television, and Filmbegins 2026 with her “When She Became the Moon,” opening Friday on SDSU’s Prebys Stage in the university’s Performing Arts District.
Union Tribune: 2026 NWEAMO Festival at SDSU
Feb 19The three San Diego concerts (and a festival) you shouldn’t miss this week!
Daily Aztec: Prison Arts Collective bridges the gap between incarcerated individuals and their communities
Feb 17The nonprofit organization provides carceral rehabilitation through the arts, giving these individuals a medium to express and process their emotions
Daily Aztec: The School of Theatre, Television and Film brings back the ‘80s with the Shakespeare classic, “Twelfth Night”
Feb 17TTF’s production highlights the vibrant and expressive era of discovery that was the ‘80s
The Next Step helps graduate students build workforce-ready skills
Feb 11Heather Canary, director of the SDSU School of Communication, designed the curriculum for the no-cost online career training skills available to nearly 55,000 graduate students across the Cal State University system
SDSU names Matthew Hebert director of the School of Art and Design
Feb 11With nearly two decades at SDSU, Matthew Hebert brings industry knowledge and passion to his new role as director
From Cold Emails to the NBC Lot: How Isabella Gaeta (‘26) landed her dream internship with NBCUniversal
Feb 11Through persistence and preparation, the SDSU fourth-year secured a competitive NBCUniversal internship focused on advancing underrepresented voices in television
Art and Design Alumna Maya Davis (‘24) follows her curatorial dreams to New York City
Feb 4Mentored by Assistant Professor Gillian Sneed, Davis is now part of the competitive joint fellowship at the Studio Museum in Harlem and the New York MoMA
SDSU student filmmakers shine on the big screen at the fall Emerging Filmmakers Showcase
Feb 4Television, Film, and New Media student filmmakers showcased creativity, collaboration, and technical skill through personal narratives and community-centered documentaries.
San Diego State’s fast-growing theater program charging ahead with new campus, programs
Feb 3Undergrad and graduate programs are mentoring this region's next generation of actors, directors and designers
Where Voices Meet: How SDSU Choirs Bring Community to Life
Dec 19With ensembles for every skill level, students and community members alike discover harmony, storytelling, and shared purpose in SDSU choral ensembles
What changes in SDSU’s art and design degrees mean for students
Dec 19The School of Art and Design plans new programs in integrated design, studio art, and art history
SDSU Forensics Team shines in historic fall 2025 semester
Dec 19Following win after win, Spencer Simon and Audrey Fleige discuss debate, what it means to them, and how it has elevated their student experience at SDSU
Saying “yes” to every opportunity: Lindsy Peterson’s journey in sports media
Dec 15Lindsy Peterson’s journey through production, marketing and storytelling in the sports media world shows how curiosity, adaptability and a willingness to say “yes” can open unexpected doors and lead to a meaningful career.
Emma Löfblad turned hard hats into a heartfelt children’s story
Dec 12Swedish graduate student Emma Löfblad transformed her unexpected entry into the construction world into a children’s book that helps kids understand school modernization, highlighting safety, community connection and the often-unseen work behind campus improvements.
JMS alumna Stormy Buonantony’s versatile and award-winning sports broadcast career
Dec 12Buonantony’s journey from SDSU to national sports broadcasting highlights how strong writing, relentless preparation and authenticity helped her build credibility across multiple sports and ultimately earn unique opportunities, including exclusive NHL access during the pandemic.

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