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.
Learning Empathy, One Choice at a Time
Oct 22PSFA research team’s interactive simulations let students experience the consequences of their decisions in challenging intercultural situations
Expanding Research at PSFA
Sep 23As the college’s new RSCA lead, Rachael Record is working to increase funding, elevate research and create more opportunities for faculty and students.
Finding the Words When Illness Changes Everything
Sep 17The 2026 Berman Institute Distinguished Lecture welcomes Elaine Wittenberg to explore communication amid dementia and cancer.
Challenging the Stigma Around Food Assistance
Apr 27SDSU researcher Rebecca de Souza is reshaping how communities understand hunger, dignity, and the systems behind food access
School of Communication’s Michael Rapp Honored with National Teaching Award
Mar 6The longtime communication lecturer earns the National Communication Association’s Don Yoder Distinguished Faculty Award for his lasting impact
The Next Step helps graduate students build workforce-ready skills
Feb 11Heather Canary, director of the SDSU School of Communication, designed the curriculum for the no-cost online career training skills available to nearly 55,000 graduate students across the Cal State University system
Alumni Spotlight, Carrie Jones (‘01) Communication
Jul 25Carrie has gone on to launch her own PR, social, and creative agency, Mari + Gold, and has recently been awarded Rising Star CEO of the Year by the San Diego Business Journal.
PSFA Alumna Brianna Peters (‘10) Leads With Purpose and Passion in New Role
Jul 25As newly appointed SDSU Alumni Board of Advisors President, JMS alumnia Brianna Peters strives to ensure every Aztec is heard, seen, and valued.
