January 13, 2026
Happy New Year!
Celebrate the start of a new semester at the President’s Spring Welcome Address on Tues., Jan. 20 from 3-5 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.
Action Items
Post Student On-Campus Jobs in SJSU Handshake
Campus-wide Request: Reach the greatest number of students when you post opportunities in SJSU Handshake!
For Faculty: Course Prep Marathon
Jan. 15, 12-4 p.m.
The Center for Faculty Excellence and Teaching Innovation (CFETI) invites SJSU faculty to participate in the full-day online Course Prep Marathon on Thu., Jan. 15, from 12 to 4 p.m.
Author, Artist and Inventor Ceremony Submissions due February!
Feb. 13
Did you author a published book or exhibited a significant work of art in 2025? Submit the online form by Feb. 13, 2026 to join this beloved annual campus event.
Save the Date: WASC Community Discussion
Mar. 10, 2-3:30 p.m.
Your voice matters! Join our next community discussion focused on "Achieving Education Objectives and Student Success." March 10, 2:00 to 3:30 pm, MLK Library Room 225.
From the CSU: Review Your Paycheck Deduction
Ensure all your deductions including benefits, taxes, retirement contributions and any voluntary elections are accurate by checking on CalConnect.
News and Announcements
CalPERS Retirement Webinars - February 2026
Sign up by Jan. 16
CalPERS has three upcoming retirement webinars, each designed to help you stay informed as you plan for the future. Registration deadline is Friday, January 16, 2026.
FY 2025-26 Budget Book Published
The 2025 - 2026 fiscal year annual budget report is published and available for review by all.
Call for Programming for Weeks of Welcome
Jan. 19
Spring 2026 Weeks of Welcome runs from Jan. 20 to Feb. 28. Any and all programming happening during this period that would like to be included in campuswide promotion from Student Involvement should submit event details through the new Sammy App by Mon. Jan., 19.
National Day of Racial Healing
Jan. 20
The National Day of Racial Healing is a time to reflect on #HowWeHeal from racism and how we create a more just and equitable world. This event is open to all who wish to participate, regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin.
Celebrate Local Authors at the King Library
Sat., Jan. 24, 2-4:30 p.m.
Mark your calendar for the 13th annual LocalLit on Saturday, Jan. 24th. Enjoy delicious treats while listening to local authors share their publishing experiences. Great opportunity for budding Spartan authors!
Developing Tomorrow’s Spartan Leaders
Discover how our UP leadership programs empower Spartans to grow, connect, and develop new skills through shared experiences and participant insights.
Faculty and Staff Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Annette Nellen
SJSU’s own professor in accounting and finance and director of the Master of Science in Taxation is one of the nation’s leading voices in public accounting and made the Top 100 most influential people according to AccountingToday.
Staff Spotlight: Commencement Team
Meet the University Personnel team connecting Spartans with purpose and opportunity, ensuring every hire strengthens our campus and community year-round.
SJSU NewsCenter Featured Stories
More Than 5,700 Spartans Earn Their Degrees at SJSU This Fall
Spartans received their bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees this December from SJSU.
From enrolling a record-breaking 40,000 students to earning R2 research designation status, 2025 has been a year of chart-topping achievements at San José State.
Spring 2026 classes begin Thu., Jan. 22. With the start of the semester, parking impacts will affect your commute. Recap all you need to know with this parking video, consider parking at the South Campus Parking Garage and taking the free, frequent shuttle to Main Campus, bicycling or taking public transit. Get all parking information, including the latest on permits at sjsu.edu/parking and more information on getting to campus at go.sjsu.edu/transportation.
