Political science professor retires after 42 years of service

Dr. Terry Christensen is retiring after 42 years of service, during which he had a major impact.

Committees and students re-evaluate the effectiveness of SOTEs

With the end of the semester right around the corner, teachers and students are taking the purpose of SOTEs into consideration.

Smoking ban still in talks as academic senate sends recommendation to president

SJSU President will decide whether SJSU becomes smoke free campus.

Students direct efforts toward fixing plumbing problems at Washington Square Hall

Pending FD&Os decision, Washington Square Hall may have 18 new toilets as part of one class's 'green' project.

Library breaks down proper etiquette when planning all-nighters at MLK

Library problems in times of studying

San Jose considers styrofoam ban

San Jose considers banning Styrofoam and people are very opinionated about it.

Pi Kappa Alpha suspended until August 2013, probation until August 2014

The Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity is suspended from campus until August 2013 because of too many police reports.

Small Town Girl: Graduating will take me new places

My life has been a series of layers — I’m like a colossal seven-layer dip. My childhood, growing up with a core rooted in the country, has served as my foundation. My time here at SJSU has been yet another layer, but this one much more intricate.

Graduation: As one chapter closes another door opens

As I graduate, one chapter of my life closes while another door opens.

Education: Tomorrow, today

After all, who wouldn’t miss the 12 hour sessions trying to scrape together projects, falling asleep during PowerPoint presentations and perpetual fee increases.

I’m getting a little verklempt. Still, being at what I pray will be the end of my bachelor’s of science degree (that’s right, journalism is science!) this seems like a great opportunity to reflect on the system we navigate to get to this point.

Life without another graduation in sight

My graduation gown is ironed, and my cap is ready to be worn. On May 23rd, I graduate from college. Having to go to class, writing countless papers and completing homework assignments will all be concepts replaced by suits, meetings and managers. As scary as this thought seems, excitement tends to overshadow the nerves plaguing my brain right about now.

Kickstarter innovating the way people fund projects

This innovative website is a funding platform that allows people a creative way to raise money.

Tech Museum’s International Space Station exhibit highlights NASA's technological advances

The Tech Museum's exhibit, "Destination: Station," highlights the advances of NASA and will be on display until April 15.

SJSU computer science club perfects projects at 24-hour Hackathon

Fueled by caffeine and pizza, 35 students sought to complete projects at the end of a non-stop working marathon.

Commentary: Death of co-op in video games is discouraging

The advancements in the current generation of video game consoles have changed the way people play games online.

Commentary: Photos of you drinking on Facebook could prevent you from getting hired

Employers are checking potential employees' Facebooks for information on them. It's wise to use discretion on your profile.