SJSU Lurie College of Education

Today, we honor Juneteenth, a day of remembrance, reflection, and celebration.

Juneteenth invites us to recognize the resilience, history, and contributions of Black communities while continuing the work toward freedom, justice, and equity in our schools, communities, and society.

At Lurie College, we remain committed to uplifting Black voices and experiences, fostering inclusive spaces, and working together toward a more just future.

Join the SJSU Center for Innovation in Applied Education Policy (IAEP) for the next webinar in the “Spotlight on AI for Deeper Learning” series: AI, Educational Assessment, and the Challenge of Knowing What Students Know.

Featuring Dr. Sarah Quesen, Senior Director of Assessment at WestEd, this conversation will explore how AI is reshaping assessment, what it means to measure student learning in an AI-driven age, and the opportunities and challenges emerging for schools and testing systems.

📅 Tuesday, June 30, 2026
⏰ 12:00–1:00 PM PT
📍 Virtual Webinar

Register at: https://sjsu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aG0_vVzdTWSWxigRm7kAvg or visit sjsu.edu/iaepcenter for more information.

🌈 Happy Pride Month from the Connie L. Lurie College of Education!

This month, we celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and honor the many identities, experiences, and voices that enrich our classrooms, campuses, and communities. Pride is a time to recognize the importance of belonging, authenticity, and the freedom for all people to be seen, valued, and celebrated for who they are.

As a community that prepares future educators, counselors, therapists, and school and community leaders, we recognize the power of creating environments where every individual feels affirmed and supported. At Lurie College, we remain committed to fostering inclusive spaces where everyone can learn, grow, and thrive.

Happy Pride Month! 🌈💛

🎓 Today's graduate. Tomorrow's supporter.

Commencement is more than a celebration of personal achievement. It's a reminder of the community that helped make the journey possible.

By donating your regalia, you can help future Lurie College students overcome financial barriers and experience the pride of crossing the stage surrounded by their supporters.

Interested in making an impact? Visit forms.gle/vb5SKfx2ZkNQTxA78 or to learn more. As a thank-you, you'll receive a Lurie College swag bag.

Together, we can help future Spartans feel celebrated, supported, and ready to cross the stage.

In observance of Memorial Day, the Connie L. Lurie College of Education will be closed today, Monday, May 25.

As we pause today, we honor and remember the service members we have lost.

Congratulations, Lurie College graduates! 🎓

You just crossed the stage, and we could not be more proud to celebrate this incredible milestone with you. Today marks not only the completion of your degree, but the beginning of your next chapter as a transformative educator, counselor, therapist, or school and community leader.

As you move forward, we hope you carry with you the knowledge, compassion, courage, and commitment that brought you here. Your work will shape classrooms, communities, and lives in ways both seen and unseen.

We are so excited to see the impact you will make. Congratulations, Class of 2026!

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Sandra Zuniga Ruiz on being named a 2026 National Academy of Education (NAEd)/Spencer Postdoctoral Fellow.

Selected from a highly competitive pool of nearly 500 applicants nationwide, Dr. Zuniga Ruiz is among only 25 scholars recognized for their exceptional contributions to education research.

The prestigious fellowship, administered by the National Academy of Education with support from the Spencer Foundation, provides $70,000 to support the advancement of innovative and impactful educational research.

This distinguished recognition reflects Dr. Zuniga Ruiz’s scholarship, leadership, and commitment to advancing the field of education. We are proud to celebrate this remarkable achievement and the continued impact of her work within the Connie L. Lurie College of Education community.

Learn more about the 2026 fellowship recipients: https://naeducation.org/congratulations-to-the-2026-naed-spencer-fellowship-recipients/

Finals coming up? Take a break—you’ve earned it. 💛

Join us for De-Stress During Finals at the LCOE Student Success Center (Sweeney Hall 106) for a few hours of creativity, calm, and community.

🗓 May 12 & 13 | 1:00–3:00 PM
🗓 May 14 | 9:00 AM–12:00 PM

Enjoy:
✨ DIY stress balls
🧘 Guided meditation
🎨 Painting
…and more ways to recharge!

Step away from the stress, reset your mind, and come back stronger for finals week. Bring a friend or just bring yourself—we’ve got you.

Celebrating Cinco de Mayo 🌺

Rooted in the history of the Battle of Puebla, this day has grown into a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and connection. From music and food to shared traditions, it’s a moment to appreciate the stories that bring people together.