Lucas College and Graduate School of Business

If you could go back to your first day at San Jose State University, what would you tell yourself?

Some of our newest alumni share the advice they wish they'd heard as freshmen. Incoming Spartans attending SJSU orientation this summer, this one's for you! 💙💛

Thank you to everyone who attended the 2026 SJSU Economic Summit! 🙌

Many thanks to Dr. Christopher Thornberg, founding partner of Beacon Economics LLC, and Ahmad Thomas, CEO of Silicon Valley Leadership Group (SVLG), for providing some valuable insights on economic growth and labor market activity!

We’d also like to thank our sponsors, whose generous support made this event possible:

⭐️Presenting Sponsor: Western Alliance Bank
⭐️Associate Sponsor: Lathrop GPM LLP
⭐️Affiliate Sponsor: San Jose Silicon Valley Chamber of Commerce
⭐️Media Sponsor: Silicon Valley Business Journal

We asked graduating business students to share one LCOB moment they'll never forget. Watch the video to hear what they say! 💙

As we welcome our newest alumni, we invite all SJSU business graduates to stay connected by adding the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at SJSU to your LinkedIn Education section. It’s a simple way to strengthen our Spartan business community and connect with fellow alumni!

San Jose State University Alumni Association | San Jose State University

This June, the Lucas College and Graduate School of Business at San Jose State University is offering a unique opportunity to experience a globally proven leadership model. Rather than just analyzing the traits of historical figures, this intensive course focuses on a personal and professional transformation.

Course Highlights:
⭐ Innovative model: shift from studying historical leaders to becoming a leader yourself.
⭐ Immediate impact: walk out ready to effectively navigate any professional environment.
⭐ Universal access: no prior leadership experience or business prerequisites required.
⭐ Silicon Valley edge: built for today’s fast-paced, innovation-driven workforce.

🗓️ Course Dates: June 5–27
🔗 Learn more about the curriculum and secure your spot by June 1st: https://www.sjsu.edu/leadership-course/

At last week’s Business Honors Commencement Ceremony, we asked students: “What’s the biggest thing Business Honors gave you?”

Their answers included:
- Career opportunities
- Meaningful connections
- Professional and leadership skills
- Real-world experience with top organizations

SJSU Business Honors helps students build skills for what’s next after graduation!