Tuesday, September 15, 2026 |
CORRECTION: An earlier version of this morning's newsletter stated the Employee Benefits and Services Fair this Thursday ends at 12 p.m. The event ends at 2 p.m. All benefits-eligible employees are invited to attend, no RSVP needed.
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Reminder: the 2026 Employee Benefits and Services Fair is this Thu., Sept. 17 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom. No RSVP needed, bring your Tower Card. Open Enrollment is now available - select and confirm your benefits between Sept. 14 and Oct. 9.
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After one year in circulation, University Marketing and Communications needs your thoughts on this newsletter. All employees are invited to participate, especially college, division and department communicators, now through Fri., Oct. 2.
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Sept. 16: First Spartan Sprint Deadline |
The first round for all academic departments, staff groups and student organizations to participate in this crowdfunding campaign's first round is tomorrow, Wed., Sept. 16.
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| Try SJSU’s AI Brand Partner |
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Apply for Senate Committee Seats |
Faculty and staff: apply for vacant Senate committee seats! Visit the Senate Committee Vacancies webpage for all the details.
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| Homecoming Door Decorating |
Feel the Beat, Bring the Heat is taking over SJSU! We are seeking departments across campus that are turning up the energy and transforming their office doors into electrifying Spartan showcases brimming with school spirit.
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Updates on AI Initiatives at SJSU, Sept. 10, 2026, from the Office of the Provost
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Deadline, for faculty: Wed., Sept. 16 – Final Exam Exception Requests
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Tomorrow, Wed., Sept. 16, 12-2 p.m. at the King Library, for all – Eat Lunch to Save Spartans $$
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CSU Chancellor’s Office Guidance on Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
- SAP Concur Update – Authorizing Travel Using Research and Tower Foundation Funds
- Call for Faculty Award Nominations for the annual Research Foundation Awards, deadline is Dec. 15, open to all faculty.
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Reminder for all faculty of Oct. 1 deadline – Fall 2027 Curriculum Changes and Trainings
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Find out all the goings-on, news and resources at SJSU and locally.
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Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month 2026 |
Join us in celebrating Latinx Heritage Month (federally recognized as National Hispanic Heritage Month) from Tues., Sept. 15 - Thurs., Oct. 15 as we honor the histories, cultures, experiences and contributions of Latinx people.
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| Special Offer for all employees: Enjoy discounted tickets with code FACTSTAFF for Fresno State on Sat., Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. at CEFCU Stadium.
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Foodie Fridays at the Dining Commons! |
SJSU faculty and staff can experience all-you-care-to-enjoy dining for just $11.45 plus tax at the Dining Commons, featuring global flavors and plant-forward options every Friday.
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| Exhibit at DiNapoli Gallery |
Last chance to submit your proposal to showcase your artwork at the King Library's DiNapoli Gallery, where hundreds of daily guests can see your creative vision. Get all details about the gallery at library.sjsu.edu/dinapoli.
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TODAY, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. on the 7th St. Paseo plaza – SJSU Votes Festival, get details about the upcoming November 3rd General Election, meet with civic groups and elected officials' offices and get questions answered about voter registration. Open to all.
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Tonight, 5 p.m. in the Art Building – Tuesday Lecture feat. Greg Ito, open to all
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Now through Sun., Sept. 20 – Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month in this King Library interactive exhibition ¡Que Viva!
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Sat., Sept. 19, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. – South Asian New Works Festival, open to the public.
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Sat., Sept. 19 at 2 and 5 p.m. – Grupo Folklorico Los Laureles presents México la Bella, ticketed event at the Hammer, open to the public.
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In case you missed it – This week in Athletics
- Now through Wed., Sept. 30, for all employees – 20% off 7th Street Subs!
- Thu., Sept. 17 at 2 p.m. in the SU Meeting Room 4B – Research and Innovation Info Session and Reception, open to all
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All Month Long – Welcome to the 408! Events and discounts at local businesses for all Spartans and their families.
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Faculty and Staff Spotlight |
Recent San José State Spartans' work and achievements.
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Faculty Spotlight: Sally Ashton and Daniel Rivers
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Two new books from San José State faculty take on that question through explorations of environmental justice, space, California history and the possibilities of more just futures.
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| Staff Spotlight: Louis Adamsel |
Recently, university Emergency Manager Louis Adamsel hosted a cross-departmental practice Emergency Operations Center session to bolster our emergency and crisis response. September is National Preparedness Month, so take the time to review all emergency resources for your workplace, classroom and commute.
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Featured stories from and about our Spartan community in the SJSU NewsCenter
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Deep Dive in Five with Sendy Tapia, Managing Editor of EASTSIDE Magazine |
This fall, EASTSIDE Magazine will be featured in the Jennifer and Philip DiNapoli Gallery at King Library.
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| New Associated Students President Ma’Kayla Akin Is Focused on Connection, Safety and Spartan Pride |
Ma’Kayla Akin, ’28 Political Science, is the first Black woman to serve as president of San José State’s Associated Students Board of Directors.
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