Alma Martinez Martinez

Master of Social Work, '25

“I really appreciate the grad writing center! Going back to school after 7 years was scary and I was very self-conscious about my writing. Your support helped ease the anxiety about my writing. Thank you so much!”

Sladana Crnomarkovic

Master of Arts in Teacher Leadership, '25

"I really appreciated GLaD’s virtual workshops and webinars—especially those focused on professional development and mental wellness. They were an energizing way to connect with other grad students and feel part of a vibrant, supportive community. Events like these remind me why being a part of SDSU is such a meaningful and rewarding experience!"

Leslie Godinez

Master of Arts, Postsecondary Educational Leadership and Student Affairs (PELSA), '25 

"I enjoyed the Pathway to Development series. I was able to earn a professional badge and gain skills that are helpful to me as I emerge in my profession."

JakeBryan Bonifacio

Master of Business Administration (MBA), '25

"One of the GLaD events I enjoyed most were the networking socials held during both the Fall and Spring terms. I made it a point to attend whenever possible because they offered a great opportunity to connect with like-minded graduate students and build meaningful relationships. Networking is such a valuable skill, especially in a graduate program, and these events helped me grow both personally and professionally. In fact, networking played a big role in helping me land my current position. I always looked forward to these events—not just for the chance to network, but also to hear about other students' journeys and share insights from our experiences."

Sakshi Dudhal

Master of Science in Information Systems, '25

"During my time at SDSU, I really appreciated several GLAD events and services that made a positive impact on my experience. The professional development workshops were incredibly helpful in building my confidence and refining my skills. I also enjoyed the mental health with Mario sessions playing games and taking short breaks created a supportive space to unwind. The coffee station, along with the convenience of a microwave and fridge, made the office feel welcoming and practical. But my absolute favourite was the mixer event—it was a great way to connect with other students, share experiences, and feel a strong sense of community."

Monica Sollano 

Master of Arts, Dual Language and English Learner Education, '25

"One of the GLaD services I enjoyed most was the professional development workshops focused on integrated language and content instruction. These sessions gave me practical strategies for scaffolding academic language for multilingual learners, which I was able to apply directly in my classroom. I also appreciated the collaborative space GLaD provided to connect with other bilingual educators who shared similar goals and challenges. It made me feel supported and inspired throughout my journey."

Sudha Singh

Master of Public Health (MPH), '25

“I enjoyed meeting other graduate students and doing something with my peers outside of academics!"

Angel Prado

Ed.D. Program in Educational Leadership w/ PK-12 concentration, '25

"I frequently used the Graduate Writing Center in the early stages of my dissertation and found their services incredibly beneficial. The feedback and help I received significantly improved my writing skills and allowed me to make progress on my dissertation."

Kasside Sahagun-Escalante

Master of Arts, English and Comparative Literature, '25

"The Grad Mixer was so fun and the food was delicious! Also the Grad lounge and free printing was such a helpful resource."