Summer 2023 Issue

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Zahra Nili Ahmadabadi

Mechanical engineering professor Zahra Nili Ahmadabadi talks about where her artificial intelligence research fits into the buzz.

Stephanie Dathe

In December, Assistant Vice President of SDSU Alumni Jim Herrick retired after 37 years with the university. Here’s an introduction to the new executive director in her own words.

Sabrina Davidson standing in front of a mural with another person

SDSU alumna Sabrina Davidson tells her story of finding her passion in the arts and how that led to the iconic mural “The Black in Crimson and Black.”

Al Schleicher

SDSU’s Al Schleicher didn’t want to take what he calls an “Indiana Jones approach” in Belize. He wanted to give more than he received.

Enrique Hernandez presenting a cocktail

Enrique Hernandez, executive chef at Snapdragon Stadium, learned some tips from some of the most renowned culinarians in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Aztec electric racing kart

After nine long months of manufacturing and design iterations, this AER-23 electric race car is track ready. We break down the details.

SDSU Mission Valley

The construction around Snapdragon Stadium continues, and soon it won’t be the only jewel on the site.

Andy B

GoFundMe co-founder Andy Ballester saw a need for a tech-driven program for startups — and Techstars San Diego Powered by San Diego State University was born.

concert

Since few things evoke a more passionate response from readers than musical preference, SDSU’s Seth Mallios presents the following ranked list. Debate encouraged.

People looking through a telescope

An innocuous observation about rattlesnakes, 100-pound tuna and increased bird activity: The photo story behind the binational research at the Coronado Islands.

Joseph F. Johnson Jr. and Cynthia L. Uline
Johnson and Uline believe every student deserves an equal education from a dream team of educators.
Aiyiana Tiger-Mantanona

Aiyiana Tiger-Mantanona didn’t feel at home for the first few months at SDSU — until she connected with a student community center.

From the President

From the men’s basketball team’s magical run in March Madness to SDSU’s ground-breaking research, it’s an incredible time to be a part of the SDSU community.

Flying Samaritans Group Picture
Every month, a group of SDSU students and alumni caravan to Tijuana to provide free health care to patients — and everyone involved benefits in big ways.
Aztec Electric Racing Kart

After nine long months of manufacturing and design iterations, this AER-23 electric race car is track ready. We break down the details.