San Diego State University
Coverage of San Diego State University in the Nexus archive.
- You are not alone in navigating student debt changes. Here is what you can do
Student loan borrowers face new repayment challenges as the Trump administration’s One Big Beautiful Bill Act ends Biden-era income-based plans, potentially increasing monthly payments. Elizabeth Hill, a therapist with $145,000 in debt, highlights the struggles of borrowers relying on expired Obama-era forgiveness programs. California data shows rising delinquency rates, with Southern California holding $70.7 billion in student debt, over half owned by women.
- El Niño is here. What that means for fire season in Southern California
El Niño is expected to influence Southern California's fire and flood risks in 2025, with experts warning of potential disasters including wildfires and flash flooding. A hot, dry winter has already led to fires, and the National Weather Service predicts a 63% chance of a very strong El Niño from November to January. Fire officials advise creating defensible space around homes to mitigate wildfire risks.
- Students erupt as San Diego State University brings in massive surveillance system — even in classrooms
Students at San Diego State University reacted strongly to the installation of a large-scale surveillance system, including cameras in classrooms. The system was part of a $1.3 million upgrade by university police completed in 2024.
- Free, first-of-its-kind tech helps California residents delete information from data brokers
The California Privacy Protection Agency has launched a free technology called CalPrivacy DROP, allowing Californians to delete their personal information from data brokers. This technology is part of a statewide roadshow, which was promoted at San Diego State University. The goal is to help residents protect their privacy.
- SDSU agrees to Title IX settlement over female athlete scholarships
San Diego State University (SDSU) agreed to a Title IX settlement after being accused of providing unequal scholarship money to female athletes compared to male athletes. The university will pay $300,000 to approximately 800 female former athletes from the 2018-2019 to 2024-2025 academic years.