SJSU College of Graduate Studies

Meet Afshin Amiri, MA Child and Adolescent Development ’26 💙💛

Afshin hopes to work for the city or county and make a difference in San José. Through the ChAD program, he says SJSU has given him the tools to begin that journey, introduced him to new ways of critical thinking, and provided a safe space to express his thoughts and ideas.
Future Spartans, your graduate journey can start here.

Learn more about SJSU graduate programs: https://ow.ly/buHw50YZRPh

Meet Destiny Walker, MA Child and Adolescent Development ’26 💙💛

During her time in the program, Destiny has explored research topics including attachment styles, emotion regulation, and the longitudinal effects of family mealtimes. She has also developed and presented family workshops in her community while building connections with other professionals in the field.
Her advice for anyone considering the program? Go for it!

Learn more about graduate programs: https://ow.ly/p5nb50YZRI9

Meet Victoria Thorp, MA English ’23 💙💛

Victoria says her decision to attend SJSU transformed her life both professionally and personally. Now, she’s doing the job she dreamed of, teaching writing, and working with a diverse group of motivated and interesting young people.

We love seeing how SJSU graduate alumni use their education to make an impact.
Explore SJSU graduate programs: https://ow.ly/tLrl50YZRBj

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This year, we are celebrating SJSU’s 1857 Minutes of Giving, from April 21 to April 22. Visit the link in our bio to make a gift today! One of two important initiatives that you can support is Grad Slam, also known as a three-minute thesis competition. This is an exciting and fast-paced event where graduate students present their research in 3 minutes and with one slide to a non-specialist audience.

This year, we are celebrating SJSU’s 1857 Minutes of Giving, from April 21 to April 22. 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.

Meet our SJSU Grad Slam 2026 Finalists!
Experience the excitement as our finalists present their groundbreaking ideas in just 3 minutes before a live audience!
Register for a Livestream Ticket: Link in Bio

Join us for a PPE Research Seminar featuring Dr. Rimvydas Baltaduonis.
This talk explores how battery storage is shaping decision-making in retail electricity markets and the future of energy use. 🔋⚡

📅 Thursday, April 9
⏰ 4:30 – 5:45 p.m.
📍 BBC 107

Get ready for Grad Slam 2026!

Join us for Grad Slam as SJSU graduate students take the stage to present their research in just three minutes. Ten outstanding finalists will showcase their research, scholarship, or creative work using a single slide!

📅 April 14, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM (PDT)
📍 Hammer Theatre

🎟️ Tickets are now available! Reserve your seat through the link in our bio.

Save the Date: Grad Slam 2026!

Mark your calendars for an exciting showcase of SJSU graduate research, where students take the stage to present their research in just 3 minutes.

📅 April 14, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM (PDT)
📍 Hammer Theatre

Stay tuned for more details!