901: The Epicenter of the Future - with Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, President, San José State University

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In this episode, #901, & President Series #283,

YOUR guest is ⁠Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, President, San José State University

YOUR cohost is ⁠Dr. Kirk Overstreet, President, John A. Logan College,

YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠

Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, how is San Jose State leveraging its unique location to provide students with cutting-edge learning experiences & career opportunities?

With major tech companies like Nvidia, Adobe, & Zoom just minutes away, how is San Jose State partnering with employers to co-create curriculum & embed classrooms in corporate spaces?

As a majority-minority institution serving many first-generation students, what strategies is San Jose State employing to build diverse talent pipelines into the tech industry?

Despite skepticism about the value of college, how is San Jose State demonstrating the transformative power of higher education, with outcomes like a 96% job placement rate?

From stackable credentials to accelerated master's programs, what innovative models is San Jose State exploring to make the path to a degree more flexible & affordable?

With the rapid advancements in AI & related fields, how is San Jose State staying agile in preparing students for the jobs of the future while also instilling timeless skills like critical thinking?

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