@sandiegostate.bsky.social, in collaboration with the SDSU Women’s Resource Center, highlighted trans voices during Women’s History Month at the University Library’s exhibit “This is Trans: A Photography Journal of Love and Awareness.” Learn more about the exhibit: tiny.cc/nv71101

Jean Twenge, a professor at @sandiegostate.bsky.social, and other researchers are studying how today’s children are thriving compared with previous generations, showing higher empathy, lower narcissism, improved self-control, and greater inclusivity. Learn more about this study: tiny.cc/xu71101

The California State University CSU-WATER initiative is preparing the next generation of water leaders while addressing the state’s critical water challenges through multicampus research, hands-on student projects, and community partnerships. Read the full story: www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...

Iana Castro, a marketing professor in Fowler College of Business, has been named founding director of the Peter J. and Elaine R. Shaw Family Center for Experiential Learning. Read the full story: tiny.cc/av71101

@sandiegostate.bsky.social students are using the free SDSU Nutrislice app, which provides real-time nutrition information to help them find campus meals that meet dietary restrictions and support their nutrition goals. Read the full story: tiny.cc/1w71101

@sandiegostate.bsky.social researchers are examining how landscaping choices can influence wildfire risk, highlighting strategies like “Zone 0,” which focuses on creating defensible spaces. Learn more about this study: tiny.cc/yu71101

Stephanie Ries, an associate professor at @sandiegostate.bsky.social, explains that spelling bees are not just about memorization, but also about how the brain works. She notes that understanding a word’s roots and why it is spelled in a certain way helps trigger the memory. tiny.cc/du71101

Raul Enciso, a doctoral student in @sandiegostate.bsky.social Ed.D. in Community College Leadership program, shares his unique journey from growing up as a foster youth to receiving a second chance from the dean while an undergraduate at UC San Diego. Learn more about his journey: tiny.cc/pt71101

@sandiegostate.bsky.social linguistics professor Eniko Csoma is a second-time Fulbright scholar, but thirty years after her first Fulbright brought her to the U.S., she is returning to her native country of Hungary. Csoma will research English-Medium Instruction teaching practices. tiny.cc/8t71101

Seventeen CSU campuses, including @sandiegostate.bsky.social, are joining a statewide biodiversity monitoring effort in partnership with the U.S. Geological Survey and with $2.5 million in funding from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife Cannabis Program. www.calstate.edu/csu-system/n...

Following SDSU Mission Valley River Park and Snapdragon Stadium, a new project, Avalon Mission Valley, is now under development and is expected to open in early 2028. Read the full story: tiny.cc/7u71101

The San Diego Business Journal has named Michèle Goetz, CEO of the SDSU Research Foundation, as a finalist for its 2026 CEO of the Year! Under Michèle’s leadership, SDSURF has helped position @sandiegostate.bsky.social among the top 5% of research universities in the nation.

In celebration of #WomensHistoryMonth, the #CaliforniaStateUniversity shares insights from remarkable #CSU women leaders, including #SDSU Vice President for Research and Innovation, Hala Madanat, who encourages young women to embrace positivity and build resilience. Read more: tiny.cc/j3r0101

The SDSU College of Engineering and Samsung Heavy Industries announced a new five-year partnership to establish an Advanced Maritime Center and joint activities focused on advanced manufacturing, AI and autonomous systems, and sustainability in maritime applications. Learn more: tiny.cc/l5n0101

ICYMI, San Diego State University co-sponsored the San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering, celebrating all things STEM at Petco Park. More than 17,800 community members enjoyed a day dedicated to the world of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Learn more: tiny.cc/ssl0101

This year's SDSU Student Symposium (S3) was the university's largest ever showcase of student research, scholarship, and creative achievement with more than 700 students in 600 presentations. Ten will represent #SDSU at the CSU-wide Student Research Competition at #SJSU. Learn more: tiny.cc/3sl0101

@sdsuresearch.bsky.social makes Forbes' best employers list as one of California’s top-ranked employers, underscoring higher education’s appeal to workers seeking job security, pensions or retirement plans, and comprehensive benefits! 🎉 tiny.cc/85sz001

Our Sponsored Research Administration department is seeking a Post Award Administration Manager with 5 years of direct experience in research administration and a strong understanding of federal regulations and sponsor agency terms and conditions. View the job and apply: tiny.cc/a3sz001

State leaders visit Imperial Valley to reinforce the state's commitment to transforming the region's economic landscape through targeted education and place-based job training, with the visit centered on the new SDSUIV Science & Engineering Laboratories. www.ivpressonline.com/news/state-l...

@sdsualumni.bsky.social Michelle Peters leads North America’s largest desalination plant, producing up to 54 million gallons of drinking water per day. As drought resilience and water reliability become increasingly critical, the plant plays a vital role in the region's water supply. tiny.cc/qxrz001

Our Sponsored Research Contracting Services (SRCS) department is looking for a SRCS Contract Specialist III. Do you possess four years of progressively responsible experience in contract review and negotiation? View the job description and apply: tiny.cc/ntrz001

In partnership with nine elementary school districts and five high school districts, the Imperial County Office of Education (ICOE) has been awarded a seven-year, $12.8 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education for GEAR UP to launch Project R.I.S.E. www.thedesertreview.com/education/12...

SDSURF is proud to celebrate and recognize #WomensHistoryMonth! 💗 “Every woman’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.” – Serena Williams

SDSU student Benjamin Lopez studied abroad in Japan, returning with lasting friendships and a deep appreciation for Japanese culture and language. Lopez was part of a post-pandemic resurgence in global education, with 1,580 SDSU students studying abroad for academic credit. tiny.cc/ijuy001

The 2026 San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering at Petco Park returns on Saturday, March 7, and SDSU will return as a sponsor. Participate in the fun with family and friends at this free event featuring hands-on activities and captivating exhibits! 🧪🔬 tiny.cc/dskz001

In partnership with the CSU, SDSU is helping graduate students translate academic achievement into career-ready skills through The Next Step: CSU Graduate Career Readiness Training, a cost-free, asynchronous program that strengthens communication skills and professional goals. tiny.cc/ziuy001

A recent study on spider silk, led by @sdsusciences researcher Gregory Holland and scientists at King's College London, offers a roadmap for improving synthetic fibers, with implications that span across industries from medicine to defense! 🕷️ Learn more: tiny.cc/8bhz001

Tia and Michael Hilmer, economics professors at SDSU, analyzed the birthdays and ages of over 4,400 Olympic medalists. They found that athletes born earlier in the year are more likely to win medals, highlighting the "relative age effect." Learn more about the study: tiny.cc/5kuy001

Legendary photographer Atiba Jefferson visits SDSU for a talk titled “Atiba Jefferson: Finding Focus,” highlighting Black excellence in skateboarding and exploring how skateboarding can open new avenues for students to build careers in business, academia, and the arts. tiny.cc/hiuy001

Congratulations to San Diego State University Imperial Valley SDSU School of Public Health researcher Dr. Linda Lara-Jacobo for receiving the 2026 American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Early Career Award for Public Engagement with Science! 🎉 tiny.cc/4iuy001

A study co-authored by SDSU Imperial Valley professor of psychology Rodolfo Cortes Barragan examines whether artificial intelligence can learn culturally shaped human values by observing how people make decisions. Read the full story: tiny.cc/3cny001

Wishing you a transformative year filled with happiness and good fortune in the Year of the Horse!🐴✨ Happy #LunarNewYear!

Five SDSU Imperial Valley professors were awarded equity-focused grants by Curebound, a philanthropic organization that funds innovative cancer research to examine potential links between environmental pollutants in agricultural areas and gastrointestinal cancer risk. tiny.cc/6dny001

@sdsualumni.bsky.social and advisor to the audit committee of The Campanile Foundation, Elsa Romero, reflects on @sandiegostate.bsky.social annual Day of Giving as it returns for its 10th year on March 10. Learn more about SDSU's Day of Giving: tiny.cc/fbny001

The California State Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill 58, which aims to update the state’s 56-year-old hydrogen sulfide air quality standards and address long-standing health risks from chronic exposure. Read the full story: www.ivpressonline.com/news/califor...

The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games recently announced six additional venues for the 2028 Olympic Football Tournaments, including the San Diego Stadium in the San Diego Zone, home to the San Diego Football Club, San Diego Wave FC, and @sandiegostate.bsky.social Snapdragon Stadium. tiny.cc/8cny001

Are you an early-stage startup seeking funding? The SDSU 2026 San Diego Angel Conference (SDAC) offers early-stage startups the opportunity to apply for investment from a group of active early-stage investors. Applications are now open and close on March 5, 2026. Learn more: tiny.cc/9vsy001

Faculty and staff from The California State University received the Wang Family Excellence Awards in recognition of their outstanding teaching, scholarship, service, and dedication to student success, as well as their achievements and contributions that advance their campus. tiny.cc/079y001

From early mornings to exhausting daily commutes, three @sandiegostate.bsky.social students and SDSU Alumni share their journeys growing up as transborder students, crossing the U.S.–Mexico border for school, and their dedication to pursuing an education. www.calonews.com/featured-top...

@sandiegostate.bsky.social ranked No. 5 in U.S. News and World Report’s 2026 Best Online Master’s in Education Programs for the third consecutive year. SDSU Alumna Tracy Duvall gives credit to the program for deepening her ability to assess and support students’ reading needs. tiny.cc/569y001

Congratulations to @sandiegostate.bsky.social professor Dr. Chunting Chris Mi for being recognized by The California State University Board of Trustees with a Wang Family Excellence Award and named this year’s Outstanding Faculty Scholar. Read the full story: tiny.cc/w69y001

SDSURF celebrates #BlackHistoryMonth by honoring the history, achievements, and lasting impact of Black communities, past and present. "Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek." – Barack Obama

@sandiegostate.bsky.social is one of four California State University campuses to receive grant funding from The Boeing Company to support Veteran Resource Center efforts and build structured pathways to help veterans pursue and excel in high-demand STEM fields! ✈ tiny.cc/hf5y001

Are you still sticking to your New Year’s resolution? Experts reveal why people make and break New Year’s resolutions and how “The Fresh Start Effect” gives them momentum to make changes at the beginning of the year. Learn more: tiny.cc/nfyx001

@sandiegostate.bsky.social astronomy professors Joseph Soliz and William Welsh submitted research titled "Dearth of Photosynthetically Active Radiation Suggests No Complex Life on Late M-Star Exoplanets" to the journal Astrobiology. Read the full story: tiny.cc/liyx001

@sandiegostate.bsky.social theater arts performance major Jaysten Merced-Ares shares his journey of studying abroad in Italy at the Accademia dell’Arte, an internationally recognized arts institution known for its physical theater, dance, and performance. Read the full story: tiny.cc/ueyx001

@sandiegostate.bsky.social recently hosted the SDSU Cancer Research Symposium, where cancer researchers, private-sector executives, advocates, and community organizations gathered to envision the future of cancer research at the university. Read the full story: tiny.cc/6eyx001

@sandiegostate.bsky.social was recognized as a national leader in community engagement by the American Council on Education and The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for the Advancement of Teaching. Read the full story: tiny.cc/xmpx001

Imperial County released the Draft Lithium Valley Specific Plan and Program Environmental Impact Report, marking major milestones. The plan emphasizes workforce development and education, with programs like @sandiegostate.bsky.social STEM campus in Brawley. www.thedesertreview.com/news/local/i...

Soonja Choi, a professor in the Department of Linguistics, and Coleen Geraghty, former editor of SDSU Magazine, built lasting legacies at @sandiegostate.bsky.social through decades of service. Now retired, both continue to make an impact through philanthropy. tiny.cc/nlpx001