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.
A Heart of Service
Dec 4Going to SDSU and studying journalism was never a question for Michael Minjares.
Broadway’s Josh Walden directs SDSU’s musical production of “A New Brain”
Dec 4The Broadway performer, director, and visiting artist brings this sardonic and comic musical to life on the Prebys Stage
Fierce work ethic and full-ride ROTC scholarship opens doors for an aspirational first year
Dec 2Cadet Tana’ina Reyes’ unexpected journey to becoming a ROTC cadet at SDSU has transformed her education and inspired her role as a leader.
Dr. Rodriguez champions intersectional teaching with release of new book
Nov 21When JMS Associate Professor Dr. Nathian Rodriguez became an educator, he quickly realized that intersectionality was a topic that needed to be integrated into his teaching.
The Cinematic Journey of Patrick Green
Nov 20Patrick Green (‘97) always had a passion for journalism and so when he came to SDSU, joining the School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) was an easy decision. Shortly after declaring JMS as his major, he stumbled upon the Daily Aztec (DA), SDSU’s student-run newspaper. As a DA staff writer, he began creating content related to sports.
Michele Burgess, Esteemed Artist and Educator, Passes Away at 64
Nov 18Burgess was a lecturer at the SDSU School of Art and Design for over two decades, from 2000 to 2022.
UT: Four San Diego concerts you absolutely don’t want to miss this week
Nov 18Picks include Patti Labelle, Charles McPherson, Sara Petite and the Pat Bianchi Organ Trio
SDSU hosts Vision 2074, an exhibition at University Art Gallery
Nov 13The exhibition, in conjunction with World Design Capital 2024, showcases future San Diego-Tijuana collaboration.
The PARC: A thriving playground of student learning resources
Nov 13When Rebecca Tedesco was hired at San Diego State University, she had one mission: to create an academic resource center for students in the College of Professional Studies and Fine Arts (PSFA).
Sweetser honored by San Diego Press Club
Nov 5Dr. Kaye Sweester, a School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) professor, has received the Andy Mace Award for Outstanding Contribution in Public Relations from the San Diego Press Club.
Meet Terri L. Sjodin: Recipient of the Outstanding Alumna Award for the School of Communication
Oct 30Sjodin is the founder of Sjodin Communications and her recent study “Presentation Ready” has been published by McGraw Hill.
JMS’s Screening Circle brings a little magic with Nicole Cardoza
Oct 30On Oct. 22, the School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) held its fall Screening Circle (SC) with storyteller, activist and magician Nicole Cardoza. Launched in spring of 2021, the SC’s goal is to showcase stories by or about those from traditionally marginalized groups.
The top five takeaways from SDSU’s Re:Border Conference 2024
Oct 28This year’s conference was the largest yet, bringing together a diverse binational group of students, faculty and policy leaders to build a better border region.
New BA Musical Theatre degree is one of only a few in California
Oct 23Undergraduates excel with the mentorship of faculty and musical theatre MFAs.
PSFA Embarks on Strategic Planning Process
Oct 23Students, Faculty, and Staff are all encouraged to share their insight as the college strives to strategically improve the student experience.
Meet Jordan Harris: the new, ambitious, and resilient president of the PSFA College Council
Oct 21Harris discusses the College Council’s goals and plans for the year ahead, and why her position means so much to her.
Nancy D.W. Moure’s Endowed Scholarship helps students study American art history
Oct 16Alumna believes the most important legacy that can be given is an education.
