New Grads
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CONGRATULATIONS ON GRADUATION!
As a graduate of San José State, you now are part of a thriving network of over 226,000 Spartans living around the world working in virtually every field! Add value to your degree and stay connected to your alma mater by becoming a member of the Alumni Association. Membership increases your network and allows you free access to valuable career resources and a variety of discounts.
SHOW YOUR SPARTAN PRIDE AND JOIN TODAY! 
A few valuable benefits available to members:
Career Resources
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Free access to Career Beam, a cutting-edge online career development portal designed to provide all the resources necessary to guide you through the strategic job search process and achieve your career goals. You'll have unlimited access to detailed company and industry information, personalized professional development tools, and strategic step-by-step career guidance. Email alumni@sjsu.edu to request your username.
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Free access to the SJSU Career Center ($25 value), including SpartaJobs, career fairs, employer events, on-line resources and more!
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Discounts on Kaplan Test Prep classes ($150 off!) and free practice tests.
Networking Opportunities, Social Activities, and Skill-Building Workshops
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Have fun at a variety of social activities throughout the year including sporting events, cooking classes, hiking series, Homecoming, and more. Bookmark our events calendar and follow us on Twitter and Facebook to get event reminders.
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Participate in a variety of presentations throughout the year offered to help build career skills and professional development.
Medical Insurance
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New graduates get guaranteed coverage! If you’re a recent graduate, don’t risk going without health coverage. Even a brief lapse in coverage could have disastrous results if you get sick or injured. Through the SJSU Alumni Association, new graduates under age 40 are eligible to apply for guaranteed acceptance coverage with Blue Shield of California (must apply within 135 days of graduation). Several coverage options are available to meet your specific needs—and budget. Call 877-249-7868 or visit the plan's website to learn more today!
Home and Auto Insurance
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As part of your alumni benefits, get special rates and discounts on home and auto insurance from Liberty Mutual. Start saving today!
This is just the beginning. You will also get preferred partner discounts, access to CSU libraries, the SJSU alumni magazine Washington Square, and more. Learn about all member benefits and join today!



