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  1. President's Message: SF State Magazine Spring/Summer 2026

    The President’s message for the Spring/Summer 2026 edition of SF State Magazine reflects on SFSU’s enduring mission of providing accessible, relevant education while adapting to a changing world. She celebrates the university’s impact on its alumni, their careers and the Bay Area.

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  2. A graphic showcasing 3 book covers: The Mist and the Flame, The Cruelty Virtues, Whoa Nelly

    Shelf Life: Spring/Summer 2026

    A collection of published works by SF State alumni, showcasing their voices and accomplishments in print.

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  3. collage of photos taken in this SF State Magazine issue feautring alumni Ryan Marchand, a wide shot inside of San Francisco City Hall, Shriya Dandin, Firas Muheisen and a close up of Jacque Benitez on a studio mixer

    Behind the Scenes

    Behind the scenes of SF State Magazine’s alumni photo shoot, the team hit the road across the Bay Area to capture Gators in the places where they live, work and make an impact. From City Hall to Golden Gate Park to Menlo Park and Pleasanton, the experience offered a firsthand look at the people and places behind the stories.

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  4. A surfer riding a wave

    In Memoriam

    Remembering Gators: A tribute to SF State alumni who left a lasting legacy.

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  5. Late Start, Right Place

    Returning to school in his mid-30s was daunting but after discovering a passion for writing, he overcame his doubts and began his college journey at San Francisco State University.

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  6. illustration of students finding the path forward

    Changing Course

    For many SFSU students, the path to a degree — and a career — doesn’t follow a straight line. The following stories highlight four Gators who came to SFSU at different stages of life and found mentorship, opportunity and renewed direction — proving that it’s never too late to begin again.

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  7. SFSU Alum Dr. Color with newly painted home in the background

    Class Notes

    The latest Class Notes spotlight alumni achievements from the 1970s to today.

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  8. My Smelly Valentine

    SFSU’s corpse flower (Amorphophallus titanium) bloomed, drawing nearly 500 people to the SFSU greenhouse behind Hensill and Thornton halls.

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  9. Artemis Patrick

    The Art of Artemis

    The Sephora North America CEO reflects on how immigration, foster care and an SFSU education helped her craft a life — and a leadership style — of substance and resolve.

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  10. Chris Larsen with a stock graph in the background

    In Conversation with Chris Larsen

    Chris Larsen has donated millions to small retailers in San Francisco, to pay for security cameras in various neighborhoods, to food banks and to a marketing campaign to boost the city’s image.

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