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Influential labor leader and social justice activist Dolores Huerta at the dedication ceremony of SJSU’s César Chávez monument in September 2008.

SJSU Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

San José State recognizes National Hispanic Heritage Month as an annual celebration of the history, culture, achievements and contributions of the Latino/a, Latinx and Hispanic Americans and those who are a part of the fabric of our campus community.

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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.

#8

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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New U.S. News Rankings; SJSU Tops Many in the West

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Advancing Quality and Student Success at SJSU

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Two Must-See Speaker Series at SJSU This Fall

SJSU Presidential Seal.

Updates on SJSU Athletics Department and Investigations

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Weeks of Welcome Events

Spartan Spirit Mark Logo. Event On Sept 15

WOW: Virtual Job Fair Success Workshop

Event On Sept 15

WOW: Spartan Speaker Series - Nikole Hannah Jones

Event On Sept 16

WOW: Rock Your Resume Webinar

Event On Sept 21

WOW: Spartan Speaker Series - Gabby Rivera

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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 Sep 15, 2021