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San Jose State University
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5 months ago
East Bay (California)

6 projects in the remaking of San Jose's downtown

San Jose State University is leasing and plans to buy the south tower of the Signia Hilton to house 700 to 800 students.
There are several smaller projects in downtown San Jose, including a new restaurant, housing towers, a food hall, a cannabis dispensary, and a pedestrian bridge. [ more ]
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5 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose State University will buy downtown tower around end of 2025

San Jose State University plans to purchase a former hotel tower to convert into student housing in downtown San Jose.
The university will house 700 to 800 students in the tower starting in fall 2024.
SJSU aims to exercise its option to become the permanent owner of the tower by December 2025. [ more ]
Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
5 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Hilton Signia Hotel

San Jose State University has reached a $113 million deal with a developer to convert a former hotel into a student residence hall.
The conversion is the largest post-pandemic conversion of commercial property in the Bay Area for residential use.
The project will provide affordable housing for undergraduate students and contribute to the expansion of the university's presence in downtown San Jose. [ more ]
San Jose Inside
6 months ago
Education

Downtown Hotel to Sell One Tower for Proposed San Jose State Student Housing

San Jose State University has made a $113 million lease-buy-back deal with Throckmorton Partners to convert a former hotel into a student residence hall.
The project will provide affordable housing units for undergraduate students by fall 2024.
The university's expansion in downtown San Jose will benefit small businesses and entertainment venues. [ more ]
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6 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

SJSU student housing deal may be win-win for university, San Jose

San Jose State University is planning to use a $113 million deal to expand its influence and transform downtown San Jose into its campus.
The deal is seen as a win-win for the university and the city's downtown district, as it will enrich the urban core and provide opportunities for students.
San Jose State's impact and influence will extend well beyond the campus to the western edges of downtown San Jose. [ more ]
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6 months ago
Education

SJSU completes $113 million deal to house students in downtown San Jose hotel tower

San Jose State University and Throckmorton Partners have reached a $113 million deal to house SJSU students in a tower of the Signia Hotel in downtown San Jose.
Throckmorton Partners bought the southern tower of the hotel for slightly more than $73 million and will lease it to SJSU.
The housing complex is expected to accommodate 700 students and SJSU has the option to buy the tower in two years. [ more ]
moreSan Jose State University
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4 days ago
Education

San Jose State students set up pro-Palestine encampment

San Jose State students set up a pro-Palestine encampment with demands including university divestment from companies supporting Israel. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Education

San Jose State University puts professor on leave over altercation with pro-Palestine student

An altercation between a professor and a student during a pro-Palestine protest led to the professor being placed on administrative leave.
The incident has sparked controversy and investigation on the San José State University campus. [ more ]
Thesanjoseblog
2 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Downtown San Jose photo from the edge of SJSU

SJSU's close connection with Downtown San Jose is set to grow with new student housing and towers outside the campus.
Partnerships like the MLK Jr. Main Library show potential for further collaborations between SJSU and the city such as an AI program. [ more ]
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2 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

San Jose State President Cynthia Teniente-Matson looks to the future

Cynthia Teniente-Matson actively engages in service events, demonstrating her commitment to making an impact in her community.
She is recognized for her hands-on approach and vocal leadership style, setting her apart as one of SJSU's most active presidents. [ more ]
San Jose Spotlight
3 months ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Ritchie: Orchards of the mind - San Jose Spotlight

San Jose is ranked second in The Americas Global 500 Companies accounting for $19 trillion in revenue.
San Jose State is the No.1 university for graduates hired by Silicon Valley companies. [ more ]
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3 months ago
Social justice

Opinion: SJSU's apology for 1942 role in citizens' detentions

President Franklin D. Roosevelt's iconic 'day of infamy' speech after Pearl Harbor attack.
University's regrettable involvement in Japanese-American internment camps. [ more ]
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3 months ago
East Bay (California)

San Jose State University student housing tower gets official name

San Jose State University is transforming a one-time hotel tower into student housing to help spur economic growth in downtown San Jose.
The Spartan Village on the Paseo will feature amenities such as a sky bridge lounge, study sections, fitness room, gaming lounge, film and video screening center, and a cafe. [ more ]
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