Impact
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Partnerships
Adobe Invests Over $4 Million in San José State to Boost Digital Literacy and Career Prep
Adobe has expanded its partnership with San José State University with an additional $1 million investment, bringing its total contribution to more than $4 million since 2021. The funding supports underrepresented student groups, enhances digital literacy and prepares students for careers in a competitive job market.
As an Adobe Creative Campus, SJSU integrates Adobe Creative Cloud into its curriculum, equipping students with essential tools for modern workplaces. The collaboration also includes partnerships with organizations like Braven to help students develop professional skills.
Adobe's initiatives include the Student Athlete Micro Internship program, which helps student-athletes transition their skills from sports to corporate roles.
SJSU Challenge Event: Design Workshop for Good
SJSU partnered with Adobe's Corporate Social Responsibility team on a 3-day Design Thinking Challenge. This dynamic event brought together SJSU faculty, staff, and students with dozens of Adobe employee volunteers to explore the prompt: How can SJSU can elevate its position as a leading public institution in responsible AI research, outreach, and workforce preparedness?
NVIDIA and the City of San José
SJSU has entered into a groundbreaking collaboration with NVIDIA and the City of San José to advance artificial intelligence (AI) education and innovation. This partnership aims to enhance AI literacy, bolster workforce capabilities and prepare students for careers in AI-related fields. By leveraging NVIDIA's cutting-edge tools and resources, SJSU will augment its research in AI, machine learning, robotics and cybersecurity, while developing comprehensive educational programs. This initiative underscores SJSU's commitment to serving as a global model for AI-driven research and workforce development.
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AI in Business
San José State University's Lucas College and Graduate School of Business is at the forefront of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into its curriculum, providing students with hands-on learning experiences that prepare them for the evolving business landscape. Nitin Aggarwal, professor of information systems and technology, exemplifies this approach by demonstrating to students how AI can inform strategic decisions, such as determining optimal times for stock transactions. This practical application of AI empowers students to navigate and lead in the dynamic intersection of technology and business.
SpartUp Incubator
Some of the greatest innovations that arise from SJSU begin as ideas in programs like the StartUp Incubator.
The SpartUp Incubator is a collaborative ecosystem joining SJSU Research and Innovation, university programs and community organizations. Together they provide a web of support for the Spartan Entrepreneur, our Spartaneur, along the startup journey – from idea through prototype to planning and fundraising.
Supporting a New Era
At San José State University, we are shaping the future of artificial intelligence (AI) through cutting-edge research, transformative education and a commitment to ethical innovation. Your support plays a crucial role in advancing AI across various disciplines — helping students and faculty explore groundbreaking technologies, develop real-world applications and ensure responsible AI deployment.
By giving to SJSU, you contribute to AI-focused initiatives in engineering, business, health care and social sciences, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration that prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of an AI-driven world. Your generosity helps fund state-of-the-art labs, student scholarships, faculty research and community partnerships that drive responsible AI innovation.
Together we can push the boundaries of AI while prioritizing equity, transparency and social impact. Join us in shaping a smarter, more ethical future — one innovation at a time.
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