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The College of Graduate Studies

San José State University offers over 120 graduate programs and countless opportunities to advance research, scholarship and creative activity in your field of study.

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Forms

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Featured Spotlights & News

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M.A. Teaching, Critical Bilingual Education Graduate on Becoming a Bilingual Educator

We had the opportunity to get to know Alondra Aguilar and chat about her educational journey and the importance of her bilingual degree.

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In 1924, San José State students adopted Spartans as the official university mascot and identity, recognizing the legacy of social progress established by previous generations of educators, innovators and pioneers at One Washington Square. Help fill in the timeline with your Spartan memory!

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Commencement: A Family Affair

Fernanda Renteria-Gonzalez and David Salinas graduated from the M.A. Counseling and Guidance program only ten weeks after having their first child, Violeta.

Upcoming Events & Workshops

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    Take the next step with SJSU’s M.A. in English—explore teaching and professional pathways in an engaging academic program!

    Join their upcoming Information Session! Registration link in bio.

    #SJSU #SJSUGradSchool

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    SJSU College of Graduate Studies (CGS), the College of Social Sciences, and the Lurie College of Education will be hosting a Grad Student and Alumni Night on March 4th at the SJSU Women's Basketball game!

    When: Tuesday, March 4th
    Pre-game party: 6:00pm
    Game time: 7:00pm (SJSU vs. Colorado State)
    Where: SJSU Provident Credit Union Event Center

    Enjoy FREE pizza, drinks, giveaways, and raffle prizes at the pre-game party! 🎁

    As an SJSU employee or student, you get 2 FREE tickets (for you + a guest). Just bring your Tower Card to pick them up at the box office.

    RSVP for the pre-game by filling out the Google Form by Monday, March 3rd. Link in bio!

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    📣Important Spring Registration Deadline!📣

    Tuesday, Feb. 18 is the last day to:

    -Drop classes without a ‘W’
    -Add classes via MySJSU
    -Submit a request for Audit or Credit/No-Credit option

    Don’t wait ‘til the last minute!

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    This year, we are celebrating SJSU’s 1857 Minutes of Giving, from March 11 to March 12. Visit the link in our bio to make a gift today! One of two important initiatives that you can support is the College of Graduate Studies (CGS) Dean’s Fund, which provides support for important activities related to graduate education at SJSU. This includes support for graduate students, staff, alumni, and faculty for activities that promote or advance graduate education.
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    Get ready for the HSI Career Collaborative Virtual Career Expo! OPEN TO ALL STUDENTS AND ALUMNI!

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    Why You Should Attend This Event

    - Explore a Variety of Opportunities: Meet with companies and organizations across various industries offering internships, full-time roles, and more.
    - Make Valuable Connections: Engage in real-time with recruiters and hiring managers who value the unique perspectives and talents of our students and alumni.
    - Gain Industry Insights: Learn directly from employers about their work culture, expectations, and hiring processes.

    #SJSU #SJSUGradStudies

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    What Do Employers Want? Demonstrating Skills & Competencies

    Tuesday, February 11, 12:00-1:00pm

    Join us to learn what career-ready competencies employers seek in candidates for jobs and internships. Using information from the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), we will cover eight in-demand competencies and ways you can demonstrate them on your resume.

    Register today https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0ucuyvpjMuE9X7ka0BEcgt9APtGXEE_Y7W

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    The GAPE Office has awarded the Spring 2025 Pathway Toward Graduation: Masters and Doctoral Student Success prizes! Congratulations to Jason Chin, George McIntyre, Frida Murillo, and Anuhya Poshala! Thanks to all who attended our spring webinars. #SJSU #SJSUGradStudies

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    We are excited to announce that San José State University has achieved a prestigious 2025 R2 research activity designation from the American Council on Education and the Carnegie Foundation, solidifying its reputation as a nationally and globally recognized research institution.

    This transformative milestone reflects SJSU’s unwavering commitment to research, innovation, and is driven by a strategic expansion of graduate and doctoral education and a rapidly growing research enterprise that is shaping the future.

    Read More About it. Link in Bio. #SJSU #SJSUGradStudies

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    Deadline for the SJSU Grad Slam 2025 is approaching!

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    Deadline: February 14, 2025

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    Spring 2025 MS in Environmental Studies Virtual Open House!
    Wednesday Mar 19, 2025 | 12:00—1:15 p.m. PST

    Curious about pursuing a Master of Science in Environmental Studies? Join us for a virtual event where you can:

    - Learn all about the program
    - Meet current students & alumni
    - Get your questions answered during our Q&A session

    Register for this Open House – link in bio!

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    Presenting with Impact: The Public Speaker’s Toolkit Workshop Series

    Are you ready to transform your presentations from informative to impactful? Join us for our workshop series designed to equip you with the essential tools and techniques to engage your audience effectively and create strong momentum. During our four workshops, gain the skills needed to transform any project, paper, or report into a memorable and compelling presentation.

    Afternoon Workshop Series Dates:
    Thursdays: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
    Feb 20th, Feb 27th, March 6th, March 13th, and March 20th
    Registration Link: https://sjsu.zoom.us/meeting/register/fiV6ex3eTziYOc7MjMt_-g

    Evening Workshop Series Dates :
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    April 14th, April 16th, April 21st, April 23rd, and April 28th
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    Spring 2025 Pathway Toward Graduation: Masters & Doctoral Student Success

    Are you on track to graduate? Bring your questions to GAPE!

    Join your GAPE Evaluators for an information session on Candidacy, Graduation, and Commencement. We will spend the rest of the hour answering your questions.

    Tuesday, February 18, 5:00-6:00 pm
    Friday, February 21, 2:30-3:30 pm

    Registration is not required. Graduate students will receive Zoom links via MySJSU messaging prior to the workshops.

    We look forward to meeting with you! #SJSU #SJSUGradSchool

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