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SJSU’s Olympic Legacy Continues at Tokyo Games

San José State has been a part of nearly every Olympics since 1924. The university will be well represented in the Summer Olympics in Tokyo, which run from July 23-August 8.

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Most Transformative University

Ranked by Money magazine based on graduation rates, earnings and student loan repayment.

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Best Undergraduate Engineering Program

Ranked by U.S. News and World Report among Public Universities that offer bachelor’s and master’s degrees.

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Top Colleges for Diversity in the Nation

Ranked by Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education (WSJ/THE) among colleges and universities in the nation for diversity in school environments.

News

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San José Art Project Illustrates a Safe Emergence from ‘COVID Bubbles’

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Transforming Education Through REP4

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Marcio Sanchez: A Tale of Two Photographs

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Updates on SJSU Athletics Department and Investigations

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Virtual Events

Spartan Spirit Mark Logo. Event On Aug 5

Hammer Theatre: National Theatre Live - Cyrano de Bergerac

Event On Aug 11

Center for Faculty Development & eCampus: Course Prep Maratho

Event On Aug 13

Remote Teaching Series: Document Camera 20 Minute Workshop

Event On Aug 26

Coffee Chat with Career Counselors

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Why Choose SJSU?

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Shaping the Future of Student Success

San José State provides a world-class education—whether courses are online or in person. The university is expanding the ways we provide high-quality education and unique research and hands-on experiences to students.

Research

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How Diamonds Could Unlock the Secrets of Quantum Physics

What makes diamonds so valuable? Most of us would point to their brilliance, clarity and beauty. But Christopher Smallwood, assistant professor of physics and astronomy at San José State, has a different answer: He looks to diamonds as the key to unearthing the secrets of quantum physics.

Creativity

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Listen to “The Accidental Geographer” Season 2

Hosted by our very own Provost, Vincent del Casino, “The Accidental Geographer” is designed to introduce the expertise of SJSU faculty, whose research, teaching, and commitments to community engagement bring life to this cutting-edge university. Available on your favorite podcast platforms.

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Last Updated Aug 3, 2021