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The News Site of San Jose State University

Spartan Media Group

The News Site of San Jose State University

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Intimacy is dying and sex is boring

Intimacy is dying and sex is boring

Shinju Kang, Staff Writer August 28, 2025

I find it ironic that in a culture so obsessed with romance and surrounded by sex, the art of intimacy and eroticism is dying.  We have been taught to be imitations, curations and images, rather than...

Students sit and study in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library at the San José State campus which has nine stories for both the community and students to utilize.

Campus study spots provide focus

Mariana Sanchez, Staff Writer August 28, 2025

As the new semester kicks off, San José State University students are on the hunt for the best spots to study at on campus – places that reduce stress, spark creativity and possibly offer more than...

San José State students line up at the “Career Center Carnival” on Wednesday on the Smith Carlos Lawn to pet various farm animials to kick off the first week of instruction.

Spartans search for new opportunities

Matteo Carlini and Shinju Kang August 28, 2025

On Wednesday, the Career Center at San José State hosted a “Career Center Carnival” from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the Smith Carlos Lawn. The carnival not only provided students with the opportunity to...

SJSU Associated Students President Katelyn Gambarin greets a student before grabbing food at the “Pizza with the Presidents” event in the Student Union.

Students partake in pizza with presidents

Ashley Kang, Staff Writer August 28, 2025

On Wednesday afternoon, San José State University President Cynthia Teniente-Matson and Associated Students President Katelyn Gambarin greeted dozens of students at their “Pizza with the Presidents”...

To change or not to change MLB

To change or not to change MLB

Dylan Newman, Staff Writer August 27, 2025

Baseball is a game deeply rooted in its tradition; without its history, it's just people hitting pieces of wood against a ball.  The Commissioner of Major League Baseball, Robert Manfred spoke on Aug....

Earl Sweatshirt lives, laughs, loves

Earl Sweatshirt lives, laughs, loves

Joaquin Cruz, Staff Writer August 27, 2025

Rapper Earl Sweatshirt quietly released a new album, “Live Laugh Love,” that builds upon a sample-heavy production style, rhyme-heavy lyricism and themes of personal growth. Sweatshirt, whose legal...

Mayor Matt Mahan presents item 2.19 Consent Calendar: Increase the Maximum Administrative Penalities of the San José City Council meeting on Aug. 26 to the audience.

SJ City Council announces changes

Norah Sheppard-Hutchins, Staff Writer August 27, 2025

On Tuesday, Aug. 26, San José City Council announced several changes set to occur, including changes to the SAP Center and the city’s legal council. The motion for the SAP Center to undergo nearly...

San José State students see an astromical jump in parking prices, following record-high admission rates in the fall 2025 semester.

High parking prices pack a punch

Shinju Kang, Staff Writer August 27, 2025

As the fall semester begins, San José State welcomes a record number of new students and a record-high price in campus parking. Nearly 40,000 students are enrolled at SJSU this fall, an 8% increase...

SJSU quarterback Walker Eget (5) set to throw against Stanford’s defense on Nov. 29, 2024 leading the team to a 34-31 victory at CEFCU stadium in San José,Calif. Eget is expected to be the starting quarterback for the Spartans this season.

Spartans gear up for a new season

Haddy Barghouti, Staff Writer August 26, 2025

The San José State football team is looking to open the year on a winning note on Friday night with a Week One matchup against Central Michigan University.  The Spartans are coming off a 7-6 season...

Oatmeal is the icing on the cake

Oatmeal is the icing on the cake

Jackson Lindstrom, Contributor August 26, 2025

Lots of people like oatmeal. Lots of people don’t like oatmeal. I am one of those people who does not like oatmeal. The 2011-2012 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, conducted by the...

Deftones release refreshing nu metal

Deftones release refreshing nu metal

Joaquin Cruz, Staff Writer August 26, 2025

Deftones’ anticipated studio album, “private music,” released on Aug. 22, delivered their recognizable post-hardcore and shoegaze sound, while reiterating their nu-metal roots. Nu metal is a popular...

Spartan Mambo Club, is a San José State club that aims to provide an environment for students to learn about the Latin dances, Bachata & Salsa.

The beauty of Bachata & Salsa

Shinju Kang, Staff Writer August 26, 2025

Spartan Mambo at San José State is bringing swagger and sensuality to campus while exploring the deep cultural roots of Latin dance.  The club explores the practice of both Bachata dance and Salsa...

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