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Greetings Spartan!
This edition brings a wave of new beginnings and celebrations as we say farewell to Dean Lattimer, highlight some leadership changes in our college, and share exciting developments within our community. We also encourage you to consider attending the Exploring Careers in Education, Health, & Community Advocacy event this Friday from 9:00 AM to 1:30 PM in the Student Union Ballroom. It’s a fantastic opportunity to explore career paths, network with professionals, and gain valuable insights into these impactful fields.
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FAREWELL NOTE FROM
DEAN HEATHER LATTIMER
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Dear Lurie College Students —
This is my final letter to you as Dean. Friday, February 28 will be my last day at SJSU. Beginning on March 1, I will be moving to Cal State, Los Angeles to serve as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Dr. David Whitenack, Professor of Teacher Education here at SJSU, will serve as Interim Dean through Spring and Summer 2025 while the university searches for the next permanent Dean of Lurie College of Education.
It has been an incredible privilege to serve in this role. This college is home to students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are brilliant, accomplished, visionary, innovative, caring, collaborative, and deeply dedicated to the success of our community and the strength of our mission. Thank you for choosing to be part of this community. Thank you for allowing me to witness your achievements, learn from your insights, and be inspired by your stories. It has been truly an honor.
And thank you for choosing to pursue the academic and career pathways represented by the departments in our college. At a moment when the values of public education and inclusive democracy are facing unprecedented pressure - your voice, your vision, your resilience, and your tenacity are needed now more than ever. Lurie College maintains our commitment to preparing the transformative educators, counselors, therapists, school, higher education, and community leaders that our children and youth, our families, and our communities deserve. We stand with you and remain steadfast in our values and to prioritizing the success and well being of our community.
It is extremely hard to say goodbye, but I am very confident in the future of Lurie College. Individually and collectively, there is tremendous strength and incredible leadership in this college.
Please stay in touch… I love to celebrate your successes! Connect with me on LinkedIn, email me at my new at Cal State LA address, or stop by campus if you are in LA and we can catch up in person.
With deep appreciation -
Heather
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EXCITING LEADERSHIP UPDATES
IN THE DEPARTMENT OF TEACHER EDUCATION
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Department Chair: Allison Briceño, Ed.D.
We are thrilled to welcome Dr. Allison Briceño as the new Chair of the Teacher Education Department (TED). An alumna of SJSU’s multiple subject credential teacher preparation program, Dr. Briceño brings extensive experience as a dual language teacher, bilingual reading specialist, literacy coach, professional developer, and district literacy coordinator. These roles have shaped her dedication to researching and preparing teachers to implement asset-based, culturally and linguistically sustaining pedagogies.
Dr. Briceño has demonstrated significant leadership, spearheading curricular innovations within TED and serving as Managing Director and Acting Deputy Director of Identity, Equity, and Instruction for the New Mexico Public Education Department. She is also an editor for The Reading Teacher, a journal of the International Literacy Association, and has published widely in academic and professional outlets.
"I have a deep commitment to justice-oriented schooling and TED programs, faculty, students, and community partners. I am looking forward to working with our community to deepen relationships and serve our schools."
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Associate Chair: Mark Felton,Ph.D.
Dr. Mark Felton joins the Department of Teacher Education as Associate Chair, bringing a wealth of leadership experience and a longstanding commitment to teacher preparation. He previously served as Chair of Secondary Education and Coordinator of the Single Subject Credential Program from 2010 to 2015, later stepping in as Acting Chair of Teacher Education during Spring 2020. Most recently, he served as Faculty Associate Dean of Research in the Lurie College.
In his new role, Dr. Felton will focus on overseeing strategic planning and operations for the Single Subject Credential Program. With a deep dedication to supporting future educators, he looks forward to working alongside faculty, students, and community partners to strengthen teacher preparation efforts.
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SCHOLARSHIP PORTAL NOW LIVE
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K-12 TEACHING ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
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EDD LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
DISSERTATION DEFENSE
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Name: Elizabeth Wirtz
Dissertation Title: Degrees of Freedom: How Project Rebound Facilitates Access to Higher Education for Adjudicated Adults
Brief Description of Research: The CSU organization Project Rebound is a successful rehabilitation program to adjudicated adults seeking higher education attainment. The goal of this study was to capture experiences of current participants and administrators.
Dissertation Committee Members:
Chair - Arnold Danzig
Faculty Member - Liliana Castrellon
Outside Member - Joseph Bosco
Date: March 7, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Zoom
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Name: Janet Martinez-Angeles
Dissertation Title: Healing Circulos (Circles): Putting on Educators' Masks First
Brief Description of Research: This study examines the use of healing circulos (circles) in order to support teachers. In conducting the research, I rely
on indigenous healing practices and tribal crit principles.
Dissertation Committee Members:
Chair - Dr. Megan Thiele Strong
Faculty Member - Dr. Veneice Guillory-Lacy
Outside Member - Dr. Carissa Purnell
Date: March 18th, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM
Location: Zoom
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Obtain Your CS Added Authorization
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Free CSET Math Preparation Workshops
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FREE FLOW:
STUTTERING SUPPORT GROUP
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HELM COUNTERSTORIES EVENT
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There’s still plenty of love to be found this month—especially in
your future career!
Seize the moment to pursue a career that you love. Whether you need help navigating the job market or gaining hands-on experience, your Career Center is here to support you every step of the way. Our website lists all upcoming events.
Check out the events listed below and fall in love with new career opportunities!
Exploring Careers in Education, Health & Community
Friday, 2/18/25, 9:00 AM-1:30 PM, SU Ballroom
Log in to SJSU Handshake to register. Open to all SJSU Students.
Job & Internship Search Webinar
Wednesday, 3/5/25, 12:00-1:00 PM (Virtual)
Learn effective search strategies to enhance using SJSU Handshake, our job and internship database, as well as LinkedIn. Register today
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Enhancing Your Digital Presence with Adobe Express
Tuesday, 3/4/25, 4:30-5:45 PM, MLK DHC
Join us & learn how to create unique LinkedIn profile banners that represent your field & passions, plus leverage Adobe Express’s QR code generator to create digital business cards for networking!
Open to all SJSU students.
Health, Wellness & Public Service Job & Internship Fair
Tuesday, 3/11/25, 3:00-6:00 PM, SU Ballroom
Register to see participating employers. Bring your resume and get ready to network! Open to all SJSU students.
Interview Success
Wednesday, 3/12/25, 3:00-4:00 PM, CV2 MPR
(Campus Village 2, Multipurpose Room)
Join us! Learn effective strategies to prepare for interviews, present yourself professionally, and boost your confidence before the interview. Open to all SJSU students.
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We are excited to announce that Assistant Professor Ghaffari has been selected as a recipient of the prestigious Sybil Weir/John Galm Award for her groundbreaking research proposal titled "Centering the Visions of Women of Color Survivors in Campus Sexual/Relationship Violence Prevention, Response, and Healing."
The Weir/Galm Award was established to honor the legacy of Dr. Sybil Weir and Dr. John Galm, prioritizing projects that contribute to scholarly growth, pedagogical development, and diversity in higher education. Dr. Ghaffari’s work exemplifies these values by focusing on the voices of marginalized communities and advancing critical conversations around campus violence prevention and healing. We look forward to the impactful work this funding will enable!
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LURIE COLLEGE HARDSHIP GRANT
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What is the Hardship Fund?
The Connie L. Lurie College of Education was established to help students with emergency financial need. Thanks to the generosity of other students, staff, faculty, and the community, Lurie College is able to provide this grant to support its students who have experienced an unforeseen financial hardship that will prevent them from continuing their enrollment at Lurie College and SJSU.
Since July 2019, the College has processed 190 awards for a total of $91,784. The awards had been fairly evenly split between undergraduate and graduate recipients.
Recipient Testimonial
"I am very grateful to have received the Hardship Grant! Because of the funding, the cost of gas for my internship has been covered which is really helpful for me. I'm really grateful that the Hardship Grant exists because it increases the equity for students who are financially insecure. Thank you so much to the committee and donors!"
-Graduate Student, Speech Language Pathology Program
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CSU RESOURCES FOR
UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS
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As a leader in higher education, the California State University is deeply committed to ensuring academic opportunities are available to all the state’s students, regardless of citizenship status.
If you are an undocumented student, there are many resources available to you — from grants, loans and scholarships to legal and campus support services.
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Resources, Guides and FAQs
Find frequently asked questions, guides, webinars and other resources on how to best serve undocumented students.
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Campus Support
Every CSU campus offers support and resources for undocumented students.
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Legal Support Services
CSU students and employees: Find out where to get free legal assistance and services on your campus.
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Admissions Process
Learn what’s required for students to apply to a CSU.
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Financial Aid
The California Dream Act allows undocumented students to apply for scholarships and financial aid.
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Residency for Tuition Purposes
Explore in-state tuition resources, such as the California Nonresident Tuition Exemption (AB 540), which allows eligible students to be exempted from paying nonresident tuition (out-of-state tuition).
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ADDITIONAL CAMPUS RESOURCES
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Explore the latest UndocuSpartan Center newsletter.
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Discover how the Connie L. Lurie College of Education is shaping the future of education and community engagement! Our latest impact report highlights groundbreaking achievements, including faculty innovations, student success stories, and transformative programs. From impactful new initiatives to fostering inclusive leadership, the report showcases the vibrant community we’ve built together.
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Explore the 2023-2024 digital report today!
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LURIE COLLEGE IN THE SJSU NEWSCENTER
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Lurie College Awarded the Christa McAuliffe Excellence in Teacher Education
The American Association of State Colleges and Universities recognizes the Connie L. Lurie College of Education for diversifying the pipeline within the education workforce, addressing a long-existing disparity in the community.
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Shelving Doubt: Essy Barroso-Ramirez Tackles Imposter Phenomenon for First-Generation Scholars
EdD Cohort 11 Student,
Essy Barroso-Ramirez dives deep with University writer Julia Halprin Jackson
on her recently published article “
Imposter phenomenon as a first gen scholar
” in a journal and digital platform for women of color in librarianship.
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Early Childhood Education: The Ultimate Investment
University writer Julia Halprin Jackson recently had a chance to talk with lifelong supporter of early childhood education, Becky Morgan. Take a moment to read the Newsroom story today.
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RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS IMPACTED
BY L.A. WILDFIRES
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- SJSU Cares is available at sjsu.edu/sjsucares for any students that are experiencing an unforeseen economic need.
- Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) offer a safe and supportive environment for students to explore their feelings, develop coping strategies and foster personal growth. CAPS can support students in navigating this situation with services that include brief individual therapy, couples and group counseling, and referral to additional services. CAPS also provides Same Day Services to address students' most immediate concerns on a drop-in basis. Please call (408) 924-5678 or visit us at sjsu.edu/wellness. If you are facing an emergency after hours, please encourage visit this link for important resources.
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- For community-based support, Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network (MALAN) is maintaining a list of resources available to those affected by the recent fires. The link includes up-to-date resources for free items, animal boarding, shelter, distribution hubs, and other services: January 2025 Fire and Wind Storm Resource Library.
- Learning strategies to cope with stress can be an important way to deal with difficult situations. The Well-being @ SJSU website and the Mindful Steps System offers a range of resources and services to help students build their capacity to manage stress.
- Students from the Los Angeles County, please to take moment to update your contact information, especially with a current cell number, so the University may have a way to contact you regarding fire related impacts to your academic journey.
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“I am no longer accepting the things I cannot change.
I am changing the things I cannot accept”
- Angela Y. Davis
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