For the Media
Strategic Marketing and Communications (SMC) is the primary point of contact for journalists seeking information about San Francisco State University. SMC can provide timely, accurate information, connect reporters with University experts and help coordinate interviews and other reporting needs.
Need assistance with a story? Email SMC or Media Relations Specialist David Knutson directly.
On-Campus Filming and Photography Guidelines
- If you’re a reporter from a news media organization, you do not need a permit to film on campus.
- If you’re not affiliated with a news media organization, you’ll need a permit to film on campus. Learn more about how to get a permit.
- If you need additional support with parking or campus logistics, email SMC.
More Information for Reporters
- View general facts about SFSU.
- SFSU Institutional Research also maintains data about student enrollment, graduation rates and other related data.
Find a Faculty Expert
You can search the SFSU faculty and staff directory for areas of expertise and contact information.
Find Photos
You can get general photos of the SFSU campus to include in your story by contacting SMC at marcomm@sfsu.edu.
Find Information on Students/Alumni
Verification requests from employers or third parties for current enrollment or past degrees are processed by the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC).
You can contact NSC by:
Phone: 703.742.4200
Web: www.nslc.org
School Code: 001154
Please read Student Privacy Rights Policy and Procedures.
The California Legislature passed the California Public Records Act (CPRA) in 1968 for government agencies and requires that government records be disclosed to the public, upon request, unless there are privacy and/or public safety exemptions that would prevent doing so.
Public Records requests under the California Public Records Act should be submitted by mail to:
Public Records Coordinator
San Francisco State University
1600 Holloway Avenue, ADM 355
San Francisco, CA 94132
Public Records requests may also be submitted via email to sfstatepra@sfsu.edu. The University will acknowledge each request within 10 days and advise the requester whether records exist and may be disclosed. If responsive records exist, SFSU will, within a reasonable time frame, make public records available for inspection at no charge. If you wish to receive copies instead, California State University's document duplication cost is $0.20 per page.