San Jose State University

San Jose State University San José State University – where you gain the Spartan Edge through real-world learning, innovation, and opportunity in the heart of Silicon Valley.
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San José State University is a major, comprehensive public university located in the heart of Silicon Valley. As the oldest state university in California, SJSU is a distinct blend of the traditional and the innovative. SJSU is firmly committed to teaching and learning, as well as offering access to higher education, yielding a stimulating mix of age groups, cultures and economic background. Our u

niversity takes pride in a faculty that is active in scholarship, research, technological innovation, community service and the arts. Read the latest news
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Our SJSU faculty educate not only students but the University and higher ed to learn, grow, and advocate in the right di...
08/27/2026

Our SJSU faculty educate not only students but the University and higher ed to learn, grow, and advocate in the right direction.

One of our champion tenured faculty, librarian, and and director of the of the Africana, Asian American, Chicano, and Native American (AAACNA) Studies Center at the SJSU King Library, Kathryn Blackmer Reyes, ’96 MLIS, is retiring but her lasting impact and continued advocacy surely isn't going anywhere.

Blackmer Reyes has been pivotal to the growth of the beloved AAACNA Studies Center on the fifth floor of the SJSU King Library, cultivating a space of representation and belonging to students and a collection proving resources for advanced ethnic studies research that stretched beyond the curriculum.

Blackmer Reyes's community and campus connections, cultural and research advocacy, and treasured special and institutional collections have advanced SJSU's advancement of ethnic studies in higher education.

Read more about Blackmer Reyes's contributions and career on the SJSU NewsCenter blog. https://blogs.sjsu.edu/newsroom/2026/director-of-aaacna-and-librarian-kathryn-blackmer-reyes-retires-after-19-years/

A historic gift. A Spartan legacy generations in the making. 💙💛Diane, '83 Management, and Chris Gordon’s connection to S...
08/21/2026

A historic gift. A Spartan legacy generations in the making. 💙💛

Diane, '83 Management, and Chris Gordon’s connection to San José State University began as students and grew into a lifelong commitment to SJSU and Spartan Athletics. Now, they are making university history with the largest estate gift ever committed to San José State.

Their generosity is more than a gift. It is an investment in the future of SJSU, creating opportunities for generations of Spartans to come.

🔗 Discover the story behind this historic commitment and the legacy that the Gordons are building at San José State: https://ow.ly/ihP050ZCubw

08/19/2026

To all new students - Welcome to your first day of classes! We are so excited to have you join our community and start this amazing journey!

To our returning students - Welcome back for another year of earning your Spartan Edge! Let's make this year unforgettable together!

The Photos We Refuse to Crop + the Reasons Why: New Spartan Convocation EditionLet's go Class of 2030! We're so excited ...
08/18/2026

The Photos We Refuse to Crop + the Reasons Why: New Spartan Convocation Edition

Let's go Class of 2030! We're so excited to welcome you to SJSU and can't wait to see all the amazing things you'll accomplish. Your fellow Spartans are thrilled to have you join our community and wish you the very best as you start your first year!

To all our returning students — you keep our Spartan spirit alive! It's thanks to your passion, dedication and drive that we achieve so much together.

We appreciate your hard work and can’t wait to see what you do next. Together we are the #1 public university in Silicon Valley. Go Spartans!

08/18/2026

ONLY. 1. MORE. DAY. UNTIL. CLASSES.

Who's ready for the best academic year ever?!

08/16/2026

⏰ The countdown is ON!

Only 3 days until classes begin! 🗓️💙💛

Use these last few days to get ready for the 2026–27 academic year:

📚 Grab your textbooks
📝 Double-check your class schedule
💰 Review your financial aid
🚌 Sign up for BayPass
🗺️ Explore the Interactive Map
✨ Get ready for a great year ahead!

08/14/2026

"Spartans, the countdown is over and classes start in less than a week! 📚💛💙

We are so excited to see campus full of energy again. More people means more fun… and yes, more cars. 🅿️ But don’t worry, we have tips to help you skip the parking stress:

🚆 Take Transit – VTA, Caltrain, BART and more with student discounts through SJSU Transportation Solutions

🚐 Free Shuttle – Park on S. 7th Street and ride in style on the South Campus Shuttle

🚲 Bike to Campus – Lock up at secure racks on the corners of campus or use Bay Area Bike Share

🅿️ Downtown Garages – Third Street and Fourth Street Garages give you the first 90 minutes free (plenty of time to “just grab coffee” before or after class)

🪪 BayPass - Signup today for free unlimited access to participating transit agencies found within the nine-county Bay area.

Plan ahead, find your spot, and start your semester without a parking plot twist!

08/14/2026

Only 5 more days until classes start Spartans!

Are you excited? Are you prepared? Do you have enough caffeine for you apartment/dorm room? Do you have a #2 pencil in the age of computers? Most importantly, did you check out the BayPass?

So many things to remember, however, SJSU is dedicated to being your go to hub for updates on the most important resources, events, information, and just overall Spartan Spirit.

Can't wait to have you all back on campus!

Celebrating two leaders shaping the future of Silicon Valley.Congratulations to Rossmeri Alfaro (28' MPA) and David Tran...
08/14/2026

Celebrating two leaders shaping the future of Silicon Valley.

Congratulations to Rossmeri Alfaro (28' MPA) and David Tran (09' Pyschology), named among the Silicon Valley Business Journal’s 2026 40 Under 40, recognizing emerging leaders whose work and contributions are making a meaningful impact across the Bay Area.

Rossmeri Alfaro is Vice President of Member Engagement at Digital NEST. With 15+ years of experience, Rossmeri leads community-centered work that expands access to technology, career pathways, and leadership opportunities for young people and historically underserved communities. She is also pursuing her Master’s degree, with graduation expected in Spring 2028.

David Tran is Senior Transportation Policy Advisor to San José Mayor Matt Mahan. A 2009 Psychology graduate, David brings nearly a decade of public policy experience focused on transportation and regional impact.

Two leaders. Two paths. One shared commitment to strengthening communities and creating opportunity across Silicon Valley.

Built by students. Built for students. Built to move our community forward. 🚆Today, SJSU celebrated the launch of Clippe...
08/13/2026

Built by students. Built for students. Built to move our community forward. 🚆

Today, SJSU celebrated the launch of Clipper BayPass, expanding access to public transit across the Bay Area for Spartans.

Spartans continues to show what happens when student ideas and initiative move beyond the classroom and create real-world impact.

At San José State, excellence isn’t just taught. It’s practiced.

That’s the Spartan Edge.

To find out how to procure your own BayPass click here - https://ow.ly/hcbR50ZzzCT

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