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.
Dr. Loarre Andreu Perez reflects on her first semester at SDSU
Feb 12This past fall marked a significant milestone in Dr. Loarre Andreu Perez’s career as it was her first semester teaching for the School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) and her first as an assistant professor.
SDSU faculty selected for prestigious innovation fellowship
Feb 12Carlos Paternina and Yin Yu join 26 other fellows to implement capstone projects aimed at improving student success at their institutions.
JMS alumnus Jereal Dorsey selected for promotion to Rear Admiral in the U.S. Navy
Feb 5The United States Navy selected Jereal Dorsey (‘09), APR+M, an active duty public affairs officer in the United States Navy and alumnus of the School of Journalism and Media Studies’ Public Affairs Officers graduate program, for a promotion to rear admiral (lower half). If confirmed by the Senate, Dorsey would be the third JMS graduate to become flag officer.
NBC: The age-gap is taking over the big screen this year
Jan 6Several buzzy films have explored relationships between women and younger men. Martha Lauzen, founder of SDSU’s Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film, shares her insights with NBC's Saba Hamedy on why this trend is gaining traction.
Variety: Women Directed Just 16% of 2024’s Top 250 Grossing Movies; New Report Faults Hollywood for Lack of Progress
Jan 6Women accounted for just 16% of directors working on the 250 highest-grossing domestic releases, according to new research from the Center for the Study of Women in Television and Film at San Diego State University.
How Jeff Lewis took his hobby to a thriving career
Dec 19When Jeff Lewis (JMS ‘11) was in high school, the sound of laughter was often accompanied by the use of his video camera to create lighthearted videos.
Capstone projects empower JMS public relations seniors to make a difference in the community
Dec 18As most college students get into the spirit of giving at the end of the fall semester, 15 San Diego State University seniors recently celebrated spending the entire semester doing that for two non-profit organizations.
SDSU vocal students join Dean Janis McKay for an unforgettable musical journey at Austria’s Classical Music Festival
Dec 16The trip was funded by the Take a Seat Campaign, a fundraising program inspired by the new SDSU Performing Arts District.
SDSU Film students partnered with Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services to produce stop-motion animation videos
Dec 11Working alongside professional filmmakers, the SDSU students and youth participants improved their storytelling skills and technical know-how. The films they created explore mental health topics and promote healing through creative expression.
The man behind the mic: How Josh Suchon spotlights JMS alumni on “Where Ya At” podcast
Dec 11Josh Suchon discovered his passion for the sports industry early in life. His journey began in high school where he found a platform to express his love for sports through the campus newspaper. This early passion would lead him to San Diego State University, where a major in journalism was a natural fit.