University Priorities and Initiatives
The priorities for San José State University reflect our history and our values They incorporate a variety of areas, including Holistic Student Engagement, Academic Excellence, People-Centered Practice, a Financially Sustainable Budget Model, and AI Everywhere. These priorities intersect with our commitment to institutional excellence, global education, student basic needs and wellness. While we highlight just a few key themes here, new sections will be rotated in frequently to reflect the evolving goals of the university.
2026-2027 President's Priorities
Previous Priorities
We proudly proclaim that we are Spartans. What it means to be a part of San José State University requires clearly outlining our foundation — our mission, vision and values embody our present identity and our future as an institution.
San José State University believes that freedom of expression is a cornerstone of a democratic society and essential to the educational process. Universities like SJSU have a special obligation to encourage and support the free expression of ideas, values, and opinions, even when they may be unpopular or controversial. The university shall ensure that individuals and groups are afforded wide latitude in exercising the right of free expression and that their constitutionally protected right to free expression is protected while on campus. Freedom of expression, however, is not an absolute right and it coexists with other rights and the need for public safety.
