activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 1
- Support student study abroad participation International Student Host Family & Support ProgramsSupports 3,000 students annually in study abroad programs, facilitating international educational opportunities.
research · 1
- Secure external research funding Federally and Commercially Funded Biomedical ResearchSecured $144.4 million in research funding during fiscal year 2019-20, demonstrating sustained success in obtaining competitive grants and sponsorships.
capacity building · 3
- Administer research awards and fundingAdministered $200,880,416 in research awards to SDSU and SDSURF in fiscal year 2024-25, securing funding from 360 sponsors and supporting 378 principal investigators.
- Facilitate student mentorship with professionals and alumni Academic Mentoring & Tutoring SupportMatched 10,500 students with professional and alumni mentors to support career development and academic success.
- Manage research award acquisitionReceived 808 research awards, contributing to the overall research funding portfolio managed by the foundation.
strategies · 3
how they think
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- Comprehensive academic programming with personalized student support comprehensive academic programming with personalized supportIntegrates broad academic offerings across degree and certificate programs with individualized student attention to enhance learning outcomes and student success.
- End-to-end sponsored research support sponsored_research_lifecycle_supportProvides comprehensive assistance to researchers throughout the entire lifecycle of sponsored research, including funding identification, proposal development, and award management, to increase research success and institutional capacity.
- Holistic leadership development for global impact holistic leadership developmentCultivates global citizenship, ethical innovation, and compassionate leadership through developmental experiences designed to produce leaders who can drive positive regional and global change.
named programs · 9
what they call their work
Associated Students
Student governing body managing the Aztec Recreation Center, Conrad Prebys Aztec Student Union, and student events
Aztec Recreation Center (ARC)
Fitness and wellness center with cardio/weight machines, fitness classes, intramurals, sport clubs, and climbing walls
Basic Needs Center
Offers food, housing, and emergency support services to students facing economic hardship, part of the Calpulli Center
Counseling & Psychological Services (C&PS)
Provides mental health support including individual counseling, group therapy, workshops, and drop-in consultations
D1 Athletics
NCAA Division I athletic programs with free student admission to home games
Dining Services
Over 20 campus dining locations including Starbucks, Panda Express, and Oggi's Pizza Express
Health & Wellness Services
Comprehensive student health services including counseling, medical care, disability support, and basic needs resources
Mission Bay Aquatic Center
Water sports facility offering kayaking, sailing, stand up paddleboarding, surfing, wakeboarding, and windsurfing classes
Student Housing
On-campus housing for first-year students with included utilities, meal plans, and community activities
relationships · 6
who they work with
- California State University system Network — San Diego State University is one of 23 universities in the California State University system
- SDSU Georgia Partner — Collaborates on academic delivery through international campus location
- SDSU Global Campus Partner — Collaborates on academic delivery through extended campus locations
- SDSU Imperial Valley Partner — Collaborates on academic delivery through extended campus locations
- SDSU Mission Valley Partner — Collaborates on academic delivery through extended campus locations
- Samsung Heavy Industries Partner — Partnered with SDSU to establish a new maritime center.