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Diversity, Engineering, and Inclusion

Meet master’s student Wren Iswandhi: queer, non-binary and “that person” for anyone else who’s not the stereotypical engineer.

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A profile in perseverance: the Alyssa Schiller story

What began as a seemingly perfect match for the SDSU swim team ultimately tested the stamina of an athlete, her teammates and her coaches. Everyone triumphed.

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SDSU earns reaffirmation of accreditation, recognizing excellence and supporting continued growth

WSCUC affirms SDSU’s achievements in student success, academic quality and continuous improvement.

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SDSU Impact

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SDSU@Comic-Con: Brain science suggests Baby Yoda might not be a baby after all

At Comic-Con 2026, neurobiologist Elena Blanco-Suárez applies her expertise on brain development and repair to "The Mandalorian" series. See our complete list of other SDSU participants.

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‘We all want to save kids’ lives’

Educational leadership doctoral candidate Mara Madrigal was the driving force behind a new law to prevent suicide among K-12 students.

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Astronomy undergrads discover binary star system near iconic Pillars of Creation

Students Steven Cromwell and Tyler Peters namechecked a rock ’n’ roll legend to identify their find.

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Giving

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Art Flaming is investing in success

As a student-athlete he helped San Diego State win a national baseball championship. Now, Flaming is donating over $1 million with the hope of SDSU proudly raising more title banners.

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LA Clippers player Kobe Sanders provides heartfelt donations to the SDSU Children’s Center

Former student and son of the Center’s assistant director, Sanders gives back to the childcare facility that helped foster his growth.

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Revamped home base for The Daily Aztec reflects alumnus’s enduring commitment to student journalism

John Baldwin’s gift updates the newsroom and strengthens its future at SDSU.

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SDSU Alumni

'Center' of attention: Fowler alumna scores anchor role at ultimate sports news show

Keiana Martin watched ESPN’s SportsCenter with her dad as a child. Now she works there.

Study globally, innovate locally: two case studies in entrepreneurship

Learning experiences overseas inspired two SDSU alumni to launch innovative startups.

Photo story: The Aztecs Behind 'The SpongeBob Musical'

A longtime fan of the cartoon, scenic designer Mathys Herbert is one of many San Diego State University alumni and students helping bring the musical to the stage through July 12 at Cygnet Theatre in Liberty Station.

Amid grief, the drive to help heal

Halima Said drew upon her SDSU education in culturally responsive mental-health counseling to offer support to the community impacted by the mosque attack in San Diego.

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Inside the SDSU Magazine

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They sniff for explosives, comfort students during finals and help veterans manage PTSD. Meet the working dogs of SDSU through photographs and the stories behind each one.

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When a group of future bilingual teachers from San Diego State University ventured into the mountains of Oaxaca, they encountered Indigenous history and local activism in deeply personal ways. The experience strengthened their connection to their heritage and offered new perspective they hope to bring into their own classrooms.

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Remembering the college experience he missed, James Hemmick (’00) and his wife, Rena Asai Hemmick (’01), are making an estate gift to support business students. By Jeff Ristine

Aztec Voices

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SDSU is committed to developing students prepared for global careers. That means providing international learning opportunities for all students, including those with high financial need. The Gilman program is a vital tool that enables SDSU to increase access to global experiences for our students.

— Cristina Alfaro, associate vice president of SDSU International Affairs, from SDSU recognized as Top 25 producer of Gilman Scholars