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.
I walked 170 miles and there was no “right” route
Jul 16A 170-mile solo journey along the Camino de Santiago becomes a lesson in uncertainty, human connection, self-trust and finding your own path.
SDSU professor honors Colombia’s fallen healthcare workers through public art
Jun 22SDSU artist Carlos Castro’s permanent Bogotá monument preserves the names, sacrifice and memory of healthcare workers lost during the COVID-19 pandemic.
SDSU alumnus donates rare percussion collection to School of Music and Dance
Jun 10The instruments, used throughout Pat Pfiffner’s four-decade career in symphony halls, theatres and Broadway productions, will support the next generation of musicians.
School of Music and Dance Announces 2026 Outstanding Students
May 19Celebrating excellence in performance, education, and creative scholarship, the school honors standout students whose dedication to music and dance reflects both artistic growth and a commitment to impact beyond the stage.
School of Art and Design Announces 2026 Outstanding Students
May 19SDSU’s 2026 outstanding Art and Design students transform creativity, research and personal experience into meaningful explorations of identity, connection and growth.
School of Public Affairs Announces 2026 Outstanding Students
May 19Celebrating exceptional students who are advancing advocacy, equity, and community-centered leadership through public administration and criminal justice. These students are using policy, research, and lived experience to create more inclusive and accessible systems.
L. Robert Payne School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Announces 2026 Outstanding Students
May 18Celebrating outstanding students who are redefining hospitality, tourism, and recreation management through leadership, innovation, and lived experience. Through event planning, sustainability initiatives, and community-centered work, these students are bringing creativity and purpose to the future of the industry.
SDSU JMS students find lasting bonds in China
May 4SDSU journalism students traveled to China for an immersive faculty-led program that brought together American, Chinese and French students in a rare global exchange
SDSU NewsCenter: Curtain opens on a new musical molded by SDSU students, faculty
Apr 27The work of “folk horror” became a creative collaboration, with cast members shaping roles being played for the first time.
Linda Hilton connects SDSU students with the future of hospitality
Apr 16Hilton Foundation chair Linda Hilton will visit SDSU on April 21, offering HTM students insight, leadership and emphasizing the school's international impact
SDSU’s “Sophocles’ Elektra” looks at Greek tragedy through the lens of influencer culture
Apr 9Renowned director Jesca Prudencio brings a new vision to SDSU's production, reimagining the ancient Greek tragedy
Mariachi returns to SDSU
Apr 9SDSU’s reestablished mariachi ensemble brings together students across majors, building community, cultural connection and new opportunities in music
Two years in the making, SDSU presents developing musical “Tomorrow, the Island Dies”
Mar 23How SDSU’s Musical Theatre Initiative helped transform Ryan Scott Oliver’s evolving folk-horror musical from concept to full production
What changes in SDSU’s art and design degrees mean for students
Mar 13Updates to SDSU’s Art and Design degrees create clearer academic pathways, expanded opportunities and greater flexibility for students pursuing creative careers.
“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 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
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.
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.
From Tokyo to Seoul to Madrid: How SDSU students transform global experiences into a meaningful, career-shaping minor
Nov 14The International Studies minor blends cultural immersion with guided research, helping students of every major make their semester abroad truly meaningful.
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





















