February 17, 2026
As division rises, this Day of Remembrance calls us to learn and act. Discover why history matters now and how choosing connection over conflict can shape our future.
Action Items
Potential Union Concerted Activity
Feb. 17-20
Campus will remain open and operational during a potential strike at all 22 CSU campuses from Feb. 17-20.
Deadline: 1857 Campaign Applications
Due Feb. 20
Applications for SJSU’s 1857 Minutes of Giving are due Friday, Feb. 20. Click the headline link to review all application questions to ensure you have what you need to finish the application. Questions? Contact crowdfunding@sjsu.edu.
Announcing AdoptAI Training for Staff
Spring 2026
Build your digital skillset with AdoptAI for Staff. Master the AI tools shaping our campus and complete the training path by June 2026 to be eligible for prizes!
Feb. 18, 1:30 p.m.
All students and employees are invited to join University Police for a facilitated conversation on campus safety, belonging, and well-being.
Spartan Safe 101: Campus Safety and Preparedness Trainings
Various dates, spring 2026
Attend Spartan Safe 101, a February campus safety training at SJSU, offered in person and on Zoom. Learn preparedness procedures, emergency resources, and how to use the Spartan Safe app.
Help Us Host CSU Research Apr. 23-25!
Apr. 23-25
Volunteer to support the 40th Annual CSU Student Research Competition at SJSU. Looking for faculty and staff expertise, and student volunteers, to welcome the CSU's top student researchers in April.
Fundamentals of Self-Recording
Feb. 19
Join SJSU Online Video Producers for a hands-on workshop focused on practical techniques for the modern digital classroom. Practice how to create self-recordings using the tools you already have available.
Attend the next Senate Meeting
Feb. 23, 2-5 p.m.
Attend the next Senate meeting on February 23, 2:00-5:00 PM. Review meeting materials, and book your seat by emailing senate@sjsu.edu.
News and Announcements
Save the Date: 64th Honors Convocation
Fri., Apr. 26
Save the date for SJSU’s 64th Annual Honors Convocation on Fri., Apr. 24, recognizing 2026 President’s Scholars and the faculty who supported their academic success.
Tues., Feb. 17 11:30 a.m.
Join an economic outlook forum hosted by Silicon Valley Leadership Group and SJSU with Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco President Mary Daly today from 11:30 to 12:30. Free and open to all.
Tuesday Night Art Lecture: Drew Francis Cameron
Feb. 17, 5 p.m.
Drew Cameron is a second-generation hand papermaker, trained forester and former Army soldier.
BMO Financial Emergency Lunch and Learn
Feb. 18, 11:45 a.m.
BMO Bank shares practical tips on savings goals, managing financial crises, prioritizing expenses, and emergency planning. Lunch provided. Space limited to 20. Feb. 18, 11:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
TOMORROW - UPD x SWC Red Cross Blood Drive
Feb. 18, 10 a.m.
Give back and check in on your health! Join us on Feb. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Student Wellness Center for a Red Cross Blood Drive during American Heart Month. Open to employees and students.
Student Union, Inc. February Update
February 2026 update on items going on with the auxiliary serving the Student Union, Spartan Recreation & Aquatic Center, and the Provident Credit Union Event Center!
Columbia Sportswear Winter Employee Discount
Feb. 22
Columbia Sportswear’s annual winter sale is on now: SJSU staff and faculty get up to 70% off at Richmond or Union City stores through Feb. 22.
COABSS Innovation Speaker Series
Feb. 18, 3 p.m.
Faculty, staff, administrators, and campus affiliates are invited to register for the virtual Spring 2026 Speaker Series hosted by the CSU Central Office for the Advancement of Black Student Success.
The Student Academy of Audiology (SAA) is kindly asking for support in raising funds for cost of attendance to the 2026 American Academy of Audiology Annual Conference!
Faculty and Staff Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Adrienne Redmond-Sanogo
A former middle school mathematics teacher, Adrienne Redmond-Sanogo has spent more than 20 years in higher education working to remove barriers to access and expand opportunities for all learners.
Follow Sky Kerstein, Associate Athletics Director, as we shadow him on football game day, uncovering the fast paced world of communications and broadcasting behind the scenes.
SJSU NewsCenter Featured Stories
Carrying the Torch: How Safeldean Elkheleefa Found His Calling in Aviation
Part of our Black History Month article series, ready about student Safeldean Elkheleefa who discovered a calling in aviation, a deep family connection and the lessons on opportunity he learned from SJSU.
“Row, Don’t Drift” Documentary Shares Yoshi Kubo’s Legacy
Chris and Dan Kubo helped establish a number of social services for the Japanese American community of San José in the 1970s.
The Black Leadership and Opportunity Center and other campus partners have planned many events for Black History Month focusing on the theme of: A Century of Black History Commemorations. Explore all BHM 2026 events.
