March 24, 2026
RSVP to Celebration of Research
Join us April 11 to 17 during Research Week to honor faculty and connect with student researchers and their projects.
Action Items
Apr. 8, 2-5 p.m.
Please join us for Celebrating Spartans: Honoring Faculty and Staff on Wed., Apr. 8 from 2β5 p.m. in the Student Union Ballroom.
Join Academic Senate for AY2026-27
The Senate must fill over 400 committee seats, which is only possible when people like you step up to serve. There are committees to match many areas of expertise and interest, and the Senate needs you on them!
Mark your calendar for Tue. Apr. 7! The Spring Budget Town Hall runs 1-3 p.m. at the Student Union Theater. Get updates, ask questions, and connect with campus leadership.
Due Mar. 31
The Center for Community Learning and Leadership invites nominations for the Service-Learning and Community Engagement Awards. Nominations should demonstrate outstanding contributions to course-based service-learning and community engaged learning.
Mar. 2026
All benefits-eligible faculty are highly-encouraged to complete the latest COACHE Faculty Job Satisfaction survey. Find the unique link in your inbox in a separate email from βCOACHEβ.
Now to Mar. 31
From now until Mar. 31 explore belonging, connection and employee experiences together with colleagues from across the university. All employees invited.
Mar. 25, 12-1 p.m., virtual
Join us for a virtual conversation about navigating the Retention, Tenure, Promotion (RTP) process as a minoritized faculty member. Gather strategies and hear advice from others who advanced through RTP.
By Apr. 24
All campus materials must meet accessibility standards by April 2026. Visit the Digital Content Remediation Hub to get started.
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A community-driven mural honoring the history of Japanese American incarceration and inspiring action today. Rooted in remembrance and solidarity, it calls us forward. Donate now to bring the mural to life.
News and Announcements
Mar. 25, 12-2 p.m.
Tomorrow, 12-2 p.m.! Introducing the Elevate Career Hub, sponsored by Adobe, in Clark Hall 140 and 102. Learn about upcoming events for employees and students! Enjoy free snacks and swag!
Apr. 15, 3-5 p.m.
RSVP and join us on Wed., Apr. 15, 3-5 p.m. in King Library 225 for an inspiring event as we celebrate the incredible achievements of 91ΑΤΖζ faculty and staff who have made their mark in 2025!
Mar. 24, 12 p.m.
Join the Campus Read Program today for a student-led discussion of the 2025-6 Book of the Year, There There, by Tommy Orange. Bring your lunch!
Apr. 22, 3-4:30 p.m.
Join us for a facilitated town hall focused on strengthening staff experience, connection, and belonging at 91ΑΤΖζ through respectful, dialogue-based conversation across our campus community.
Mar. 23-27
Spartan Eats is celebrating Faculty and Staff! You're invited to the Dining Commons for Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week, Mar. 23-27: all-you-care-to-eat for $11 per entry.
Spartan Eats will accept CalFresh/EBT at Village Market starting April 6, expanding access to grocery essentials. Visit 91ΑΤΖζ Cares for eligibility details and support with CalFresh enrollment and benefits.
Ungless graduated with distinction from Central Saint Martins and co-created Alexander McQueenβs debut collection, Taxi Driver. He founded the Fashion School at Academy of Art University.
Mar. 24, 12-2 p.m.
Faculty, students, and staff have raised questions about AI detection, reliability, equity, and trust. This interactive workshop on Mar. 24, 12-2 p.m. in King Library 225 offers insights, faculty perspectives, and collaborative time for strategies.
Mar. 24, 6 p.m.
Encourage your students to attend a free film and Q+A with John Burris, whose cases cover civil rights and police brutality. Mar. 24 6:15 PM Hammer Theatre
Take a midweek break at the farmers market located outside our very own Hammer Theatre Center. Fresh produce, locally-made and sourced prepared and packaged foods and sunshine can make your lunch breaks better!
Inspired by Adobe MAX, CSU MAX brings together creative leaders, educators, and students for a day focused on design, graphics, editing, motion, sound, collaborative pipelines, and the latest AI-assisted tools reshaping content creation.
Faculty and Staff Spotlight
Assistant professor of information systems hosted a two-day workshop on agentic AI solutions in talent recruitment applications. In partnership with AceTeam, students analyzed their varying approaches to the use of AI and the importance of human input, preparing them for the evolving workforce landscape.
Earlier the semester, Administration and Finance recognized the hard work of sworn and professional University Police Department staff. The event also honored several distinguished community partners for their collaboration and commitment to help enhance 91ΑΤΖζ safety.
91ΑΤΖζ NewsCenter Featured Stories
Six extraordinary Spartans were recognized for their contributions to the arts, biotech, music and community spirit.
Poets and Quants update rankings from Adriana
From Mar. 26 through Mar. 28, the SAP Center in downtown San JosΓ© hosts college basketballβs ultimate event. Western regional matchups for the round of 16 and round of eight take place over three days. Explore our 91ΑΤΖζ NewsCenter article series on Spartan athletes stories and the broader impact of major global and national sporting events taking place right in our neighborhood. From our student athletes, to our alumni, to our bands, to our facilities, 91ΑΤΖζ is an integral part of the SJ26 experience.
