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SDSU biology major sets sights on second Olympic gold medal
Nevin Harrison returns to the Olympic Games hoping to repeat her golden moment in sprint canoe.
Alumni
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SDSU Imperial Valley alumnus wins Teacher of the Year award
Francisco De La Rosa, a sixth grade teacher for Heber Elementary School District, was recognized by the Imperial County Office of Education.
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Two College of Education alumnae named top San Diego County teachers
High school teachers Maria Miller and Jennifer Ekstein both earned credentials and master’s degrees from SDSU’s School of Teacher Education.
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SDSU alumna empowers change through advocacy and service
SDSU alumna Stephanie Hernandez ('17) was honored with the Heart of Service award for her commitment to providing support to asylum seekers.
SDSU Impact
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SDSU’s Center for Inclusive Excellence receives national leadership award
Dedicated space for equity and inclusion recognized for its commitment to SDSU’s core values and innovating best practices.
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SDSU Retirement Association transforms students’ lives
Raymond Wells' determination to earn a college degree and lift his family out of poverty led him to the life-changing support of the SDSU Retirement Association Scholarship.
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In Memoriam: The enduring SDSU legacy of Frederick W. Pierce, IV
Fred Pierce believed San Diego State University changed his life, so he dedicated himself to enhancing its greatness.
Solutions
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SDSU professor recognized for research that promotes equity in STEM education
Daniel Reinholz receives award from the Mathematical Association of America for research in undergraduate math education
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Micromedicine: Using microbubbles and ultrasound for localized drug delivery, treatment and prevention strategies
Engineers from San Diego State University and University of Nebraska Lincoln collaborate on federally funded research to advance the medical field
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First-gen chemistry student awarded fellowship for cancer drug research
How rising senior Alyssa Gomez is making her ‘STEM kid’ dreams reality while setting the stage for future generations in science
Campus News
SDSU, USD launch dual JD/MPA program
First-year MPA and JD students at both universities will be able to begin coursework toward the dual degree, saving time in what is traditionally a single pathway to both advanced degrees.
Amy Bonomi appointed head of SDSU’s College of Health and Human Services
The new dean held previous positions at Northern Arizona University and Michigan State.
SDSU lands six winners of the competitive Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards
Research on an infectious pathogen and teaching English are among the plans for visits to countries ranging from Ecuador to South Korea.
Aztecs wrap up another banner year in 2023-24
The Aztecs captured six MW titles in the 2023-24 campaign
SDSU Voices
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They [SDSU professors] taught me that to truly make a difference in the world, we must first take the time to understand people's experiences. This approach and mindset have been invaluable in my career and have enabled me to connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs.
— Stephanie Hernandez, SDSU alumna ('17), from SDSU alumna empowers change through advocacy and service