October 13, 2026
October is Legacy Month at SJSU, a time to reflect on the activism woven into the fabric of our university. Join us in honoring Smith and Carlos Day: Passing the Baton on Wed., Oct. 14 from 9-11:15 a.m. on Smith and Carlos Lawn.
Action Items
Oct. 13 and Oct. 15, Zoom
Attend various training sessions held on Zoom, for all students and employees next week on various dates and times. Hosted by SJSU Emergency Management.
Faculty Satisfaction Town Hall
Oct. 14, 2-3:30
Discover what SJSU’s 2026 COACHE results reveal about faculty satisfaction, institutional progress, areas for growth, and next steps. Join the in-person discussion tomorrow Wed., Oct. 14, 2-3:30 p.m. in King Library room 225.
Join Us Tomorrow to Talk Accreditation!
Oct. 14, 2-3:30 p.m.
How can SJSU’s resources, systems and decision-making structures better support our students and campus community? All are invited to join an in-person conversation with the Accreditation Review Committee (ARC) about WASC Standard 3: Assuring Resources and Organizational Structures tomorrow, Oct. 14, 2-3:30 p.m. in King Library 225.
Great Shakeout at 10:15 on 10/15
Oct. 15, 10:15 a.m.
This Thu., Oct. 15 at 10:15 a.m. all students and employees will receive an alert on their phones for a practice earthquake drill as part of the Great Shakeout. We encourage your attention and participation in emergency preparedness.
Due Oct. 16
Join the final Spartan Sprint crowdfunding in 2026. Spartan Sprint Surge applications for November closing in three days, this Fri., Oct. 16.
Now - Oct. 23
For all – deadline now Oct. 23! SJSU seeks nominations for the 2027 Wang Family Excellence Awards, which recognize and celebrate extraordinary CSU faculty and staff.
The President's Office seeks nominations for three committees: VP for Information Technology and CIO search committee, Advisory Committee for Instructionally Related Activities and the Athletics Board.
AI @ SJSU Academic Affairs Update
Missed the latest issue of Academic Affairs’ AI @ SJSU Update? Review now.
Take the Campus Dining Survey!
Your feedback helps shape what’s next! Take the Voice to Vision Campus Dining Survey, share your thoughts, and be automatically entered for a chance to win an iPad. Survey closes Oct. 31.
CFETI Accessibility Tip of the Month
Add alternative text (ALT text) to all images so everyone, including students using screen readers or low-bandwidth connections, can properly access your digital content and communications.
Thu., Oct. 15, 3 p.m
Close out Latinx Heritage Month on Thu., Oct. 15 at 3 p.m., for coffee, pan dulce and conversation with President Cynthia Teniente-Matson. Everyone is welcome to attend!
Now through Oct. 19
Let the California State University know your thoughts on the system’s approach to the use of artificial intelligence in curriculum and employee work. Share your insights and shape our university.
Oct. 29, 9-11 a.m.
Don’t miss the Fall 2026 Budget Town Hall! RSVP for Thu., Oct. 29 from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Student Union Theater. Livestreaming will not be available.
2026 General Election Information
Nov. 3, 2026
The November 3rd General Election is less than one month away. We want to help prepare you to vote early by providing important dates, deadlines, and voting information.
Save the Date: Making WASC Meaningful
Oct. 14 2-3:30 p.m.
Join the SJSU Accreditation team in a community roundtable discussion on WASC Standard 3: Assuring Resources and Organizational Structures on Wed., Oct. 14, 2-3:30 p.m. in King Library room 225. Registration details coming soon.
Call for Award Nominations – recognize outstanding faculty
Due: Dec. 15, 2026
Recognize outstanding research and impactful industry collaboration by submitting your nominations for the 2026 Early Career Investigator Awards (ECIA) and the Industry-Sponsored Research Award (ISRA) now through Tue., Dec. 15, 2026.
Events and Announcements
The College of Humanities and the Arts Events
The College of Humanities and the Arts creates more than 500 events each year, most of them free and open to the public. Explore events held throughout the semester on campus or at the Hammer Theatre Center.
Fri., Oct. 16, 9:30 a.m.
Join FABS for key budget-related updates, CSUBUY tips, Concur travel guidelines, and fraud awareness on Fri., Oct. 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 12 noon on Zoom. Learn how to optimize department finance operations.
Fri., Oct. 16, 10 a.m.
People and Culture invite you for an afternoon of Spartan basketball. Join us on Mon., Nov. 2 at 12 p.m. at the Event Center for games, prizes and food. We hope to see you there!
Join the SJSU Faculty Champions in Accessibility on Fri., Oct. 16, 10-11 a.m., on Zoom, in an engaging and important conversation on accessibility. Learn easy steps you can take to create a more inclusive campus!
Create a reusable AI role prompt to help ChatGPT, Gemini, and other AI solutions understand your work and offer support.
NAISSC Lecture Series: Two-Spirit and Indigequeer Identities
Mon., Oct. 19, 1:30p.m.
SJSU's Native American and Indigenous Studies Program invites you to the second of our lecture series for Fall 2026. Join Roger Kuhn, PhD (Poarch Band of Creek Indians) for a conversation exploring Two-Spirit and Indigequeer identities, decolonizing sexuality, and the ways culture shapes our bodily experiences.
Thu., Oct. 22, 10 a.m.
Oct. 22, 10 a.m., open to all – join the Registrar’s Office in this webinar session for key updates on ongoing projects, revised processes and procedures and future initiatives!
Adobe Acrobat Sign launched October 1, beginning SJSU’s transition from DocuSign. Learn what’s changing, key deadlines, resources, and available support.
October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month
Join October’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month activities, including contests, prizes, guest speakers, and SpartHill Hacks for cyberstrong Spartans across campus.
¡Celebrate Día de Los Muertos!
Oct. - Nov. 2026
Explore vibrant ofrendas and join community celebrations featuring processions, performances, crafts and family activities. Mark your calendar for the Community Day on Sat., Oct. 24.
Learn how SJSU’s Adobe upgrade brings Firefly and Acrobat AI Assistant to students, faculty, and staff, with guidance on features, access, and choosing the right tool for your work today.
Save time and find the guidance you need in the SJSU Concur Toolkit—search topics, key phrases, and FAQs.
Tuesday Night Lecture: Lua Vollaard
Tues., Oct. 13
The lecture traces photolithography — the stone-etching process by which microchips are made — to its photographic and lithographic origins, two art technologies that are recognized as artistic technologies.
Celebrate Latinx Heritage Month 2026
Sept. 15 - Oct. 15, 2026
Join us in celebrating Latinx Heritage Month (federally recognized as National Hispanic Heritage Month) now until Thurs., Oct. 15 as we honor the histories, cultures, experiences and contributions of Latinx people.
University Scholar Series - Erin Woodhead
Wed., Oct. 21, 12-1 p.m.
This in-person talk on Wed., Oct., 21 from 12-1 p.m. in King Library 225 will explore recent trends in substance use and substance use disorders among older adults, with a focus on factors that are unique to this population and may contribute to increasing rates of use among this group.
Faculty Awards Nominations
Now to Oct. 26.
Nominate outstanding faculty for recognition at the Celebrating Spartans: Honoring Faculty and Staff awards celebration scheduled for Thu., Apr. 15, 2027. Faculty nominations are due Oct. 26.
Save the Date: Fall 2026 What’s Up Presentation
Fri., Oct. 16, 9:30 a.m.
Mark your calendars! The fall 2026 What’s Up Presentation is taking place on Fri., Oct. 16 Friday, 9:30 a.m. on Zoom. Connect with Finance and Business Services (FABS) staff on the latest updates and to align on what’s ahead.
Oct. 27 3 - 4 p.m
If you are wondering what steps are involved in preparing for retirement, join us for an information session hosted by the Emeritus and Retired Faculty Association (ERFA).
Faculty and Staff Spotlight
Faculty Spotlight: Esteban Garcia Bravo
SJSU Assistant Professor Esteban Garcia Bravo uses art to build community and spark connections. His latest project, a student-led exhibition at the Chicanx/Latinx Success Center, celebrates the diverse dreams and experiences of SJSU students.
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All employees (faculty, staff, auxiliary) are invited to enjoy all-you-care-to-enjoy dining every Friday of the academic year at the Dining Commons. Walk in at $11.45 (plus tax) per entry, every Friday of the academic year and bring your coworkers!
