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SDSU 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 Sidhu, 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’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.

Students 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.

The International Studies minor blends cultural immersion with guided research, helping students of every major make their semester abroad truly meaningful.

The 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.

In 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.

SDSU 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.

San 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

A 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.

Chef 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.

From 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 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.

Take a look behind the scenes of the main stage, theatrical production

The 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. 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.

Kierstin Rielly, former SDSU water polo player, turned her student-athlete discipline into leadership as CEO of Women on Boards Project, helping close the gender gap in corporate leadership and empowering women to claim their place at the table.

School of Public Affairs alumna ignites opportunity and equity for diverse entrepreneurs through FounderFuego

SDSU’s Academy for Local Elected Officials prepares local leaders to communicate with clarity and confidence through its latest workshop, featuring former BBC anchor Claire Strong.

Dive into an inspiring conversation with Dr. Warren as he unpacks the artistry and science that bring sound to life