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About SJSU
Mission, Vision and Values
We proudly proclaim that we are Spartans. What it means to be a part of San José State
University requires clearly outlining our foundation — our mission, vision and values
embody our present identity and our future as an institution.
Review our mission, vision and values
Transformation 2030 — SJSU's Strategic Plan
Together - with Transformation 2030 as the blueprint - our university’s students,
faculty, staff, alumni and other supporters are all helping to realize San José State’s
position as a nationally prominent urban public university.
Somos SJSU ("We Are SJSU")
At SJSU, we view HSI status as an opportunity to become not just “Hispanic enrolling,”
but truly” Hispanic serving,” a goal that is aligned with CSU Graduation Initiative
2025 and our campus strategic plan, Transformation 2030. We aim to draw upon the rich
set of knowledge and curiosities about the world acquired from Latinx students’ lived
experiences, as well as from the insight they gain from their families and communities,
to enhance the education experiences of all SJSU students, regardless of background.
History
The SJSU Story Begins with People
Founded in 1857, San José State's history began before the Civil War, as the first
State Normal School, which trained teachers who educated the people of a young California. Now,
SJSU is a dynamic comprehensive university that anchors the 10th largest city in the
United States, and Spartans are found around the globe.
Our People
Students
Students discover what inspires them through a breadth of majors, unique programs
and opportunities for research—as well as more than 450 student organizations and
Division I athletics.
Employees
Our world-class faculty and dedicated staff members educate and support our students
in all phases of their educational journey.
Alumni
Through our dynamic campus community and international network of more than 350,000
alumni, opportunities abound for sharing a broad range of perspectives.
Our Place
Discover SJSU
Explore the events and resources available to students and visitors experiencing campus
in person or virtually.
Explore Silicon Valley
Live the Spartan Life as SJSU students do in the most innovative region in the world.
Campus Map
Navigate around the SJSU campus and all university properties around San José and
beyond.
Give to SJSU
With the support of alumni, parents, corporations, foundations, and others in the
Spartan community, SJSU students can follow their passions and discover their “why”
at SJSU.
Give Now
Skip to main content
About SJSU
Mission, Vision and Values
We proudly proclaim that we are Spartans. What it means to be a part of San José State
University requires clearly outlining our foundation — our mission, vision and values
embody our present identity and our future as an institution.
Review our mission, vision and values
Transformation 2030 — SJSU's Strategic Plan
Together - with Transformation 2030 as the blueprint - our university’s students,
faculty, staff, alumni and other supporters are all helping to realize San José State’s
position as a nationally prominent urban public university.
Somos SJSU ("We Are SJSU")
At SJSU, we view HSI status as an opportunity to become not just “Hispanic enrolling,”
but truly” Hispanic serving,” a goal that is aligned with CSU Graduation Initiative
2025 and our campus strategic plan, Transformation 2030. We aim to draw upon the rich
set of knowledge and curiosities about the world acquired from Latinx students’ lived
experiences, as well as from the insight they gain from their families and communities,
to enhance the education experiences of all SJSU students, regardless of background.
History
The SJSU Story Begins with People
Founded in 1857, San José State's history began before the Civil War, as the first
State Normal School, which trained teachers who educated the people of a young California. Now,
SJSU is a dynamic comprehensive university that anchors the 10th largest city in the
United States, and Spartans are found around the globe.
Our People
Students
Students discover what inspires them through a breadth of majors, unique programs
and opportunities for research—as well as more than 450 student organizations and
Division I athletics.
Employees
Our world-class faculty and dedicated staff members educate and support our students
in all phases of their educational journey.
Alumni
Through our dynamic campus community and international network of more than 350,000
alumni, opportunities abound for sharing a broad range of perspectives.
Our Place
Discover SJSU
Explore the events and resources available to students and visitors experiencing campus
in person or virtually.
Explore Silicon Valley
Live the Spartan Life as SJSU students do in the most innovative region in the world.
Campus Map
Navigate around the SJSU campus and all university properties around San José and
beyond.
Give to SJSU
With the support of alumni, parents, corporations, foundations, and others in the
Spartan community, SJSU students can follow their passions and discover their “why”
at SJSU.
Give Now