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The Open Classes program at San José
State University School of Information, initiated in 2014 by
Dr. Sandy Hirsh, former
iSchool director and current associate dean of academics, marks
its 10th anniversary in 2024. This innovative program was
designed to offer master’s-level courses for college credit,
providing a unique opportunity for students to “try before they
apply,” advance their degree program before officially enrolling,
and enhance their skills at their own pace as a continuing
education option.
The San José State University School of Information proudly
announces that its American
Library Association Student Chapter is the 2023-2024 ALA
Student Chapter of the Year. This prestigious honor bestowed by
the ALA Student and Student Chapter Outreach Committee includes a
$1,000 travel grant to the ALA Annual Conference and special
recognition at the New Members’ Round Table Student Reception.
The San José State University School of Information launches
“Children Draw War, Not Flowers” in virtual reality, a pioneering
VR art
exhibition showcasing the resilience and experiences of
Ukrainian children affected by war, while highlighting the role
of librarians and cultural heritage preservation during
conflict.
The Post-Master’s Certificate
program at the San José State University School of
Information celebrates its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of
empowering information professionals. The program first launched
as a continuing education offering in 2012 and seamlessly
transitioned to a formal program plan through the SJSU Cal State
Apply application portal in 2014.
The San José State University School of Information is proud to
introduce its newest faculty members, Yu Chi and Crystal Fausett,
who, as assistant professors, will start teaching undergraduate
students enrolled in the Bachelor
of Science in Information Science and Data Analytics hybrid
program starting in the fall of 2024 semester.
In line with San José State University School of Information’s
commitment to fostering diverse academic communities, the school
announces the establishment of several new student groups to enrich its students’
educational experiences. These groups serve as vibrant hubs where
students with shared interests and passions can connect,
collaborate, and thrive.
The San José State University School of Information is proud to
announce the recipients of its spring 2024 Special Session
scholarships, marking a significant milestone in these deserving
individuals’ academic and personal journeys. With 22 scholarships
valued at $3,000 each, the school continues its commitment to
supporting new and continuing students enrolled in its master’s
and bachelor’s degree programs.
In celebration of outstanding service to libraries, the American
Library Association has recognized Mychal Threets, a 2018
graduate from the San José State University School of
Information, as one of the 2024 I Love My Librarian Award
Honorees. Threets stands among a select group of librarians
honored for his exceptional community service and advocacy for
mental health awareness.
Students at the San José State University School of Information have been busy working on the 26th issue of the fully student-run Student Research Journal. The latest issue of the open-access journal is available online.
“Volume 13, Issue 2 of the Student Research Journal comes at an important turning point in the global conversation around information access, economies of knowledge, and ethics of technology,” says SRJ editor-in-chief Odin Halvorson.
Three alumni and one current student from the San José State
University School of Information have been selected as part of
the American Library Association’s 2024 Class of Emerging
Leaders. Dominique Dozier, Jillian Underwood-Jenkins, Ariana
Varela, and Mia Gittlen are part of a
class of 50 individuals from across the United States and
Canada.
The North Dakota Library Association has chosen a standout
alumnus from the San José State University School of Information
for its prestigious title of Librarian of
the Year. Aaron Stefanich received the award that recognizes
individuals who have made “outstanding contributions to the North
Dakota library profession.” For Stefanich, being recognized as
Librarian of the Year “is humbling, because I know so many other
North Dakota librarians who deserve the award.”