SDSU Research Foundation

San Diego State University has reached an exciting milestone and joins the nation's top research universities by officially being classified as an R1 research institution, the highest distinction given to doctoral universities in the Carnegie Classifications of Institutions of Higher Education. This designation is a testament to faculty, staff, and student researchers' hard work, dedication, and innovation. Becoming an R1 research institution was a major goal within the university’s strategic plan and is a milestone achievement that follows record-breaking growth in research funding. Congratulations to our #SDSU community!?? Read more ??: r1.sdsu.edu #SDSU?#R1?#ResearchExcellence?#Innovation?#HigherEd #GoAztecs

SDSURF is hiring!?? Do you have five years of direct experience in research administration with broad knowledge and experience understanding, interpreting, and applying federal regulations and sponsor agency terms and conditions? Our Sponsored Research Administration team is looking for a Post Award Administration Manager. Click here to read the full job description and apply: https://tiny.cc/o6pd001

San Diego State University President Adela de la Torre receives the 2025 Award for Presidential Leadership in Internationalization from the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) for her dedication to international engagement and preparing students for a competitive global workforce. “Internationalization isn’t just about having students and faculty cross borders – it’s about building lasting connections that make a real impact. From a university perspective, it can be framed as education diplomacy, using knowledge, research and collaboration to create meaningful change around the world…and not just for our students.” - Adela de la Torre, SDSU president Congratulations, President Adela de la Torre!?? Learn more about her award: https://tiny.cc/0xtc001

San Diego State University recently earned R1 status from the Carnegie Foundation, solidifying its place alongside elite research institutions like UC San Diego in San Diego County’s huge science community and as a national player with prestigious institutions like Harvard University and Caltech. “R1 status enhances our ability to secure increased funding, attract talent and expand interdisciplinary collaborations. While the focus is certainly on federal funding, R1s are able to attract higher levels of private-sector grants. Moving to R1 is not just a milestone, it’s a launch pad.” - Hala Madanat, vice president for SDSU Division of Research and Innovation Read the full story: https://tiny.cc/d0wa001

San Diego State University is sponsoring the 2025 San Diego Festival of Science and Engineering, which will take place at Petco Park on Saturday, March 1. The festival is free for all ages and will feature interactive activities and exhibits that allow attendees to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) in an engaging and accessible way!?? Learn more about the festival: https://tiny.cc/myva001

Do you have strong oral and written communication skills and knowledge of multiple human resources disciplines including employee relations, recruiting, performance management, compensation, benefits, and federal and state employment laws? Our HR department is seeking an HR Business Partner to join their dynamic team. Click here to read the full job description and apply: https://tiny.cc/jgma001

The California State University recently launched the CSU Consortium on Climate Adaptation, which is designed to unite faculty, staff, and students throughout the university system and strengthen the use of climate change adaptation and climate action in education and research. This initiative will promote student success and career readiness, amplify the impact of ongoing climate research within CSU, and foster stronger community partnerships with high schools, community colleges, and University of California campuses. Learn more about the consortium: https://tiny.cc/aiv9001?

Congratulations to SDSU College of Engineering professor Dr. Ping Lu on being selected as the 2025 Albert W. Johnson University Research Lecturer, San Diego State University’s highest honor for outstanding research accomplishment and scholarship. Dr. Lu will deliver the 34th lecture on March 12 and address unanswered questions about solved and unsolved challenges to landing humans on Mars. “Professor Lu is among the most highly cited authors worldwide in aerospace engineering, with truly remarkable and unparalleled contributions to the field of space navigation. His receipt of the prestigious Albert W. Johnson Award is a well-deserved recognition of his distinguished work.” – Dr. Eugene Olevsky, dean of SDSU’s College of Engineering Learn more about his work and the upcoming event: https://tiny.cc/xr79001

SDSURF proudly celebrates #BlackHistoryMonth and recognizes Black communities' history, achievements, and many contributions today and every day. "Make a career of humanity. Commit yourself to the noble struggle for equal rights. You will make a better person of yourself, a greater nation of your country, and a finer world to live in." – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Check out this story to learn about upcoming events at San Diego State University to celebrate: https://tiny.cc/hy39001

Wishing you prosperity, happiness, and good fortune in the Year of the Snake! ??? Happy #LunarNewYear!