PSFA STORIES

When 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.

As 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.

The trip was funded by the Take a Seat Campaign, a fundraising program inspired by the new SDSU Performing Arts District.

Working 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.

Josh 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.

School of Theatre, Television, and Film alumna Valerie Bush (‘18) turned her passion for storytelling into a thriving career.

Going to SDSU and studying journalism was never a question for Michael Minjares.

The Broadway performer, director, and visiting artist brings this sardonic and comic musical to life on the Prebys Stage

Cadet Tana’ina Reyes’ unexpected journey to becoming a ROTC cadet at SDSU has transformed her education and inspired her role as a leader.

When 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.

Patrick 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.

Burgess was a lecturer at the SDSU School of Art and Design for over two decades, from 2000 to 2022.

Picks include Patti Labelle, Charles McPherson, Sara Petite and the Pat Bianchi Organ Trio

The exhibition, in conjunction with World Design Capital 2024, showcases future San Diego-Tijuana collaboration.

When 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).

Dr. 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.

Sjodin is the founder of Sjodin Communications and her recent study “Presentation Ready” has been published by McGraw Hill.