SJSU College of Information, Data and Society

10/01/2026

What happens when students, industry experts, and emerging technology come together? 💡

San José State University students recently put their skills into action at the Edge AI Hack 2026, gaining hands-on experience exploring artificial intelligence@ and tackling real-world challenges.

A special thank you to HP for its collaboration and support in creating an opportunity for students to learn, innovate, and connect with industry.

From teamwork and problem-solving to building and experimenting with new ideas, the event showcased the creativity and technical talent of our Spartan community.

📸 Check out some highlights from the event!

09/22/2026

☕ Spill the Beans with the Dean!

Stop by for a Frappé and a casual chat with Dean Mehrdad! Come say hello, ask a question, share what’s on your mind, or simply enjoy a sweet treat.

📅 Wednesday, September 23
⏰ 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 ISB, Floor 8 | Dean’s Suite

Come grab a Frappé and spill the beans! ☕

09/07/2026

09/01/2026

Join us tomorrow at the SJSU Leadership Fair! 💙💛

Stop by the College of Information, Data and Society table and connect with members of the Women in Data Science Club. Learn more about the club, meet fellow Spartans, and discover ways to get involved!

📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 7th Street on the SJSU campus

We hope to see you there!

07/04/2026

Today, we celebrate the spirit of community while wishing our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and partners a safe and enjoyable Independence Day. Thank you for helping us advance knowledge, foster innovation, and prepare tomorrow's leaders.

Wishing you a happy and safe holiday!

06/23/2026

The College of IDS is proud to see the CCRLIS team sharing their innovative work with librarians and information professionals from across the country at the 2026 American Library Association Annual Conference!

Associate Professor Dr. Michele A. L. Villagran, graduate student Jennifer Perez Lara, MLIS alum Kristie Barlas, and graduate student Ashley Flores will present:

📚 From Research to Practice: Translating Culturally Competent Research into Everyday Library Work

The session will showcase findings from the Culturally Competent Research in Library and Information Science (CCRLIS) project, exploring how culturally informed research practices can strengthen library services, community engagement, and professional practice.

📍 ALA Annual Conference
📅 June 27, 2026
📍 Chicago, Illinois

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4xLb7Rq

05/29/2026

Innovation, collaboration, and real-world impact were on display at the inaugural Spring 2026 Capstone Expo hosted by SJSU's Department of Applied Data Science.

Graduating students showcased AI and data science solutions developed through their capstone experience, demonstrating how emerging technologies can address complex challenges across industries and communities.

Congratulations to Team 6 for earning first place with their project, AI Native SaaS Platform for Human Resource Management!

Learn more about how SJSU students are applying data science and AI to drive responsible innovation and meaningful human impact.

Visit:

SAN JOSÉ, Calif. — The San José State University Department of Applied Data Science (ADS) celebrated student innovation, collaboration, and industry-connected learning during its inaugural Spring 2026 Capstone Project Expo held May 15, 2026. The event brought together graduating students, alumni...

05/09/2026

We’re proud to share that iSchool faculty member Dr. Michele A. L. Villagran will be presenting at the InSciTS 2026 Annual Conference in Vancouver, British Columbia!

Her talk, “Enhancing LIS Research Outcomes through Culturally Competent Team Practices,” explores how team dynamics, cultural competence, and collaboration shape stronger, more equitable research in Library and Information Science.

🗓 May 9
⏰ 8:30 – 8:45 AM (Pacific Time)

This session highlights the importance of culturally responsive teamwork in building impactful research and advancing the field.

🔗 Learn more: https://julnet.swoogo.com/scits26/oral-schedule

05/07/2026

Interested in cybersecurity, platform engineering, or tech careers?

Join us for an engaging conversation with Noam Rimon, an engineering leader whose experience spans Cloudflare, Sony Interactive Entertainment, cybersecurity, immersive technology, and large-scale platforms.

This interactive session will feature:
• Real cybersecurity stories from industry experience
• Insights into the current hiring landscape
• Career advice and live Q&A

📍 ISB 842
📅 May 7
⏰ 2 PM

Students interested in cybersecurity, engineering, cloud technologies, and emerging tech are especially encouraged to attend.

05/06/2026

College of IDS and iSchool alum Mychal Threets () is officially a published author! His new book, I'm So Happy You're Here: A Celebration of Library Joy, is out now, and he is taking his message of library joy on tour.

From his work with PBS to his recognition by the American Library Association, Mychal continues to inspire millions through his advocacy for literacy, mental health, and the power of libraries.

Join us in celebrating this incredible milestone and cheering him on as he shares his story across the country 🎉✨