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.
Video: SD Fringe Festival Goes to the Movies at SDSU
May 22San Diego International Fringe Festival adds film to its lineup with the debut of the SDSU Emerging Filmmakers Showcase, spotlighting student talent and expanding to a new campus venue.
Criminal Justice ranks #2 in top 10 Degrees in 2025
May 16More than 12,000 San Diego State University degree candidates have the opportunity to participate in the university’s 2025 commencement weekend.
SDSU Alumni Spotlight, Rick Schuiteman (‘95)
May 16Meet SDSU Alumnus Rick Schuiteman (‘95). While at SDSU, Rick studied theater, which led him to work in the entertainment department at SeaWorld, where he stayed for 34 years.
JMS’s Jesse Marx helped edit Pulitzer finalist series on police chases
May 16Jesse Marx, student media manager at JMS, helped edit and fact-check a Pulitzer-finalist investigative series by the San Francisco Chronicle on deadly police chases. The reports exposed systemic issues, highlighting nearly two deaths per day, often innocent bystanders, with little officer accountability.
Bridging Borders: SDSU Students Tackle Real-World Policy in Tijuana Community
May 12The School of Public Affairs course allows students to travel to Tijuana and collaborate with local communities on policy proposals.
Bella Ross leads the way for social media journalism
May 12Bella Ross (‘20) started her journalism career at SDSU with a passion for politics and activism. Being a freshman during the 2016 presidential election, Ross was the one leading protests around campus with a megaphone in hand.
Alumnus Will Fritz on securing his dream career
May 12When Will Fritz (’19) was at SDSU, he was known as a passionate and driven student journalist. At the Daily Aztec, he stood out as an accomplished senior staff writer, writing 190 stories in three years and eventually taking charge as editor-in-chief.
JMS Students work with Orange Hat Publishing, applying the effects of youth and media to published Children's books
May 12Dr. Alanna Peebles, professor in San Diego State University’s School of Journalism and Media Studies, took her course JMS 545: Media and Youth to new heights this semester.
Journalism Student Alina Ajaz awarded Pulitzer Fellowship
May 8Alina Ajaz is the recipient of this summer’s School of Journalism and Media Studies-Pulitzer Center Reporting Fellowship.
Broadway World: San Diego International Fringe Festival Opens This Month
May 7Prepare for 11 days of boundary-pushing, genre-defying, and unforgettable performances! The San Diego International Fringe Festival (SDIFF) is back May 15–25, 2025, bringing artists from around the world together to ignite stages across San Diego—and beyond.
Scott Summerfield fell in love with SDSU and now helps others do the same.
May 7Scott Summerfield is a Bay Area native who came to San Diego State University and fell in love with the city, the campus, the athletics, and the beach.
School of Communication Announces Outstanding Students
May 7Celebrating standout students from SDSU’s School of Communication who are using the power of communication to inspire change, inform communities, and lead with purpose.
L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Announces Outstanding Students
May 7Standout students from SDSU’s L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management turn their passion into purpose in hospitality, tourism, event management, and recreation through academic excellence and industry experience.
The School of Music and Dance announces Outstanding Students
May 5Recognizing outstanding students whose dedication to performance, scholarship, and community involvement exemplifies the spirit of the School of Music and Dance at SDSU.
The School of Public Affairs announces its 2024-2025 outstanding students
May 5Meet Public Affairs students championing equity, justice, and community impact across city planning, criminal justice, and public administration.
Navy Reserve Officer’s Training Corps (NROTC) Announces Outstanding Student: Madison Fennell
May 5Fennell participated in extracurriculars like Women's Rugby and SDSU Sports Clubs at SDSU.
School of Journalism and Media Studies Announces Outstanding Students
May 5Honoring outstanding students whose work is advancing storytelling, representation, and learning innovation.
Daily Aztec: Chinese Cultural Center presents art by Yu Chunming in new exhibition
May 5New art exhibit displays paintings that preserve traditional Chinese homes and style.
School of Art and Design Announces Outstanding Students
May 2Celebrating excellence in performance, production, and design, the School honors five standout students whose talent and dedication have left a lasting impact on SDSU’s creative community.
SDSU School of Theatre, Television & Film Announces Outstanding Students
May 1Celebrating excellence in performance, production, and design, the School honors five standout students whose talent and dedication have left a lasting impact on SDSU’s creative community