Jihii Jolly interviews a panel including Hilary Mason, Casey Newton and Kevin Roose during a Critical Conversations event at SUA.

AI Might Come for Your Job — But Human Skills Could Save Your Career

Dec 11, 2024

As AI continues to permeate the technology we use on a daily basis, urgent questions arise about our collective future. Which jobs — or even entire fields — will become obsolete? How can students

An overlook on SUA's campus displays the words "Wisdom, Courage, Compassion" in front of the Performing Arts Center which is lit up during dusk.

SUA Opens Nominations for Fifth Soka Global Citizen Award

Dec 04, 2024

Soka University of America has opened nominations for its fifth Soka Global Citizen Award. Members of the SUA community—including faculty, staff, alumni, and current students—are invited to nominate

Nandini Puri ’14 stands with her husband and business partner, Andrew Bawdon on farmed soil.

Building a More Sustainable Food System, One Spice at a Time

Nov 15, 2024

What does it look like when SUA graduates become entrepreneurs? Nandini Puri ’14, who concentrated in International Studies, co-founded Beej Farms in 2022 with her husband and business partner, Andrew

Three Social and Behavioral Sciences students look over a document together.

Social and Behavioral Sciences: Where Theory Meets Real-World Change

Nov 15, 2024

“I think the students who come here want to change the world,” said Professor of Political Science Peter Burns — and as a teacher of public policy, urban politics, American government, and

Peace Gala attendees stand outside Founders Hall at dusk.

Celebrating Two Decades of Impact: SUA’s 20th Peace Gala Rallies Support for Future Global Leaders

Nov 13, 2024

This year’s Peace Gala marked a powerful milestone, capping two decades of fundraising to support scholarships for future global leaders. Reflecting on the event’s significance, SUA President Edward M

Headshot of Lisa MacLeod in front of greenery

Supporting Students Beyond Graduation: An Interview with Assistant Dean Lisa MacLeod

Nov 12, 2024

How can a liberal arts education at SUA prepare students for living a contributive life? This fall, Lisa MacLeod, associate professor of international studies and director of the International Studies

Dr. Lawrence E. Carter, Sr. shares a laugh with a student after his speech at SUA

“With Moral Courage, You Can Do Anything”: Dr. Lawrence E. Carter, Sr. Delivers a Stirring Talk on Nonviolence

Nov 12, 2024

“I feel that I’m standing before you at the right time in history,” said Dr. Lawrence E. Carter, Sr., addressing SUA students, faculty, and staff who had gathered for the University Talk on Peace

Four female Humanities students share a laugh while looking at a book together.

Understanding the Greater Story: Inside SUA’s Humanities Concentration

Oct 10, 2024

If you step into a humanities classroom at SUA, you might overhear a lively discussion about a Shakespeare play, Japanese cinema from the silent era, or the music of Kendrick Lamar. You might dive

Students hold hands and try to move a hula hoop through a line of people as part of SUA's annual Welcome Back Community Event

Celebrating Connection: A Joyous Start to the New Academic Year

Oct 08, 2024

The Campus Green pulsed with energy as Soka University of America ushered in the new school year with its annual Welcome Back Community Event on Sept. 19. Students, faculty, and staff gathered around

SUA donor Steven MacDonald poses with his family during a birthday celebration.

Investing Early in Peace: How Steven MacDonald Found Purpose in Philanthropy

Oct 08, 2024

“In Silicon Valley, people talk about being early investors with a kind of reverence,” said long-time SUA donor Steven MacDonald. “Well, I’m an early investor in SUA—and I consider it one of the best