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SDSU Alumni News
SDSU Imperial Valley alumna recognized as Imperial County Teacher of the Year

Amanda Casey, a graduate from the Division of Education’s teaching credential program, received the award from the Association of California School Administrators (ACSA).

Jon Davidi sponsors inaugural Mock Trial Advocate of the Year Award

Political science alumnus makes a meaningful impact through his career and pays it forward to SDSU Mock Trial Team students.

 
Grad Profile: From camouflage to cap and gown

Marine Veteran Christopher Phillips not only graduates with his aerospace engineering degree but also with a network of lifelong connections and resources.

Maxine Amaru ‘blazes trails’ on her inspirational journey to graduation

Instead of a walk across the stage at commencement, this Outstanding Graduating Senior in the Department of Africana Studies will likely dance across the stage.

Busy breaking the cycle

Earning a master's degree in rehabilitation counseling, Silvia Castillo used education as a fulcrum to turn her life around.

Graduating senior is change agent for disability advocacy and education

Sustainability major Richard German is a leader in helping improve environmental impacts and community inclusivity for sports venues.

SDSU grads cap commencement with wedding proposal

Two students who fell in love during study dates at Love Library have big plans after graduation.

For SDSU Guardian Scholar, graduation was a group effort

Vanessa Villareal’s network of counselors, a nonprofit, a university administrator and her daughter were all essential sources of support.

SDSU reaches 500K living alumni

SDSU’s class of 2024 was honored for their part in contributing to the 127-year-old university’s remarkable milestone

27 years in the making

After leaving SDSU in 1997 to pursue a career in sports, soon-to-be alumnus Stephen Eriksen returned to the Mesa 27 years later to finish what he started: his bachelor’s degree.

Identical Blood, DNA, and Alma Maters

Identical twins Sabrina and Sydney Moreno share more than just their DNA. The twins will soon share the same alma mater as they prepare to graduate and end their college journey the same way they started it: together.

SDSU to award honorary doctorates to two impactful alumni at commencement

The recipients are former CSU trustee Adam Day and the late James Silberrad Brown, a San Diego business leader.

Project Rebound a ‘salvation’ in transfer student’s success

Vanessa Romero’s SDSU experience is a story of resilience and family.

‘MY degree is HER degree’

Cancer threatened her mother’s life and her own college career, but JohVonne Roberts will graduate this month thanks to her resolve and a boost from a special fund that a couples’ planned gift will expand.

Aztec for Life Monthly Prize Giveaway
We are rewarding the March Aztec for Life Monthly Prize winner with a $100 gift card to the SDSU Bookstore!
SDSU Imperial Valley Nursing Graduate Earns Her Master’s Degree at 23

Aima Ruvalcaba will earn her master’s degree in nursing leadership in healthcare systems, turning her into a double alumna.

Then and Now: International Student Center celebrates 30 years of growth and service

The emphasis on creating a community makes the ISC akin to a campus resource center, such as the Pride Center or Latinx Resource Center, rather than a transactional student services office, she said.

Striving to allow all children to be their ‘authentic selves’

Alumna and lecturer Gloria E. Ciriza draws on her SDSU experience in becoming the first female San Diego County Superintendent of Schools.

ALUMNI: Rachael Stewart focuses on bringing belonging to higher education

An alumna of the San Diego State University’s PK-12 educational leadership Ed. D. program, Rachael Stewart chose to continue her educational journey as a faculty scholar.

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Welcome

This signature event facility can host a year-round calendar of events and activities that engage a variety of constituents including alumni, donors, business and community partners, and a global network of visiting dignitaries.

The Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center is a gateway for the community to access San Diego State University’s rich academic, athletic and cultural assets. Located across from Viejas Arena on the northwest corner of 55th Street and Hardy Avenue, the Center completes and anchors Aztec Walk, an east-west pedestrian promenade adjacent to Parking Structure 7/AzTrack.