Membership

Did you know that 12 months after earning a degree from SF State, the University student email addresses ending with @mail.sfsu.edu expire? 

You may extend by taking more classes after graduation or at the end of your studies at SF State.

With a membership in the Alumni Association, alumni may request an email forwarding address ending with @alumni.sfsu.edu from the University using the Contact Us form. You must provide your Alumni Association membership ID # and SF State University ID # before the Alumni Association can request an @alumni.sfsu.edu email forwarding address on your behalf from SF State's Information Technology Services.

This is an email forwarding service only, not an email account, and it doesn't retain emails you've received nor does it forward emails sent by others to your @mail.sfsu.edu or @sfsu.edu email address to your @alumni.sfsu.edu email address. Email forwarding allows alumni to have an @alumni.sfsu.edu address that forwards messages to another email address offered thru third-party email service providers, e.g., Comcast, Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, etc. Email messages sent to it are not stored anywhere, and email messages cannot be sent from it. And, there is no “account” to log in to.

Step-by-step instructions to save a copy of your SF State email data, contacts, and calendar are provided by Information Technology Services to assist you.

Exclusive SF State alumni diploma frames feature traditional designs embossed with the SF State seal, available with or without a campus photo, and offer distinctive SF State artwork and signature mat colors. These custom-made, limited edition SF State-endorsed frames by Dormify are hand-embossed and designed with our University’s diploma dimensions for a guaranteed perfect fit.

Twice each year, SF State Alumni Association members receive a 20% Sports Basement discount code. This is Sports Basement’s highest member discount. Those of us who aren’t Basementeers, you still save 11%. Shop any of Sports Basement’s 11 Bay Area stores. See Sports Basement for exclusions. The code can be combined with store specials and markdowns, but not with other coupons, and release dates will appear in Gator Bites and Gator Guide.

An exclusive perk extended to SF State Alumni Association members on iPad® and Mac® products from the SFSU Bookstore: Rarely discounted Apple products (link is external) can be purchased by members with the same education discount typically extended to active students only.

Also, members can save 10% off a wide variety of SF State branded clothing and gifts using the SF State Alumni Association membership card in the store and save 20% off online purchases with seasonal promo codes available throughout the year.

Show your SFSU Alumni Association membership card at Taqueria Girasol or Carmelina’s Café for 10% off any time for significant savings while you dine on campus. Student and alumni favorites include burritos, a self-serve tostada and nacho bar, chicken enchiladas, and agua frescas like horchata, plus Peruvian empanadas, alfajores, conchas with coffee, espresso, matcha, chai, and café de olla, with plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. 

Important: Physical membership card required. Digital photos will not be accepted.

Discounted e-tickets are available to SFSU Alumni Association members to visit and enjoy the California Academy of Sciences! The mission of the California Academy of Sciences is to regenerate the natural world through science, learning, and collaboration. Within a generation, the natural world is healthier, more resilient, and wilder each year. 

Please email alumni@sfsu.edu to receive the discount link and code information. 

SF State is dedicated to helping you reach your highest career goals. Your Alumni Association membership includes:

• Enroll in the CSU Alumni Career Design Program (link is external) offered by Mission Collaborative, a flexible and results-driven 30-day online program where alumni reported gaining clear career ideas and confidence to take their next career step.
• Handshake, a platform by Career & Leadership Development (CLD) to meet employers for jobs and internships, workshops, career fairs & event information, on-campus recruiting opportunities; to learn interviewing techniques with hands-on mock interviews; and to be part of a mentorship community of SF State students and alumni.
• Hiration, a platform by Career & Leadership Development (CLD) with a 24/7 AI-powered career platform that helps create optimized résumés, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and practice interviews tailored to specific job opportunities.
• Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI)* Career Report (link is external), providing useful insights into your personality and ideal work style to identify potential best-fit job families and occupations.
• Access the exclusive e-portfolio network for students and alumni to display your on-campus and post-graduate work and accomplishments, while enhancing your resume and online presence by showcasing your best projects and presentations on Portfolium. Upload your best work samples — art projects, engineering designs, legal briefs, videos, or presentations — and an update will be sent to companies with open positions in your field!
• Online access to a series of career-focused recordings, slides and resource list presented by faculty members in the Department of Counseling.
• Invitation to the official Alumni Association LinkedIn Group (link is external) to discover inside connections and build professional networks with trusted peers.

Whether you are an international student seeking work in the United States or a U.S. graduate exploring opportunities beyond the Bay Area, GoinGlobal offers expert insights on job markets, salaries, hiring trends, and visa options. Alumni Association members receive exclusive access to this career resource, along with more than 16 million job and internship listings around the world.

• Career guides for 120+ countries and major U.S. cities, with tips on local hiring practices, salaries, and resume formats
• Database of U.S. employers who have sponsored H-1B or OPT visas in the past
• Global employer directory with profiles for more than 450,000 companies worldwide
• Interactive cross-cultural training tools and certificates to help you succeed in global workplaces
• Webinars led by immigration attorneys covering U.S. visa and work authorization topics

Access GoinGlobal with USA Career Guides by logging in to Handshake and clicking the Resources tab.

All areas of the Library building are open to Alumni Association members, and members receive access to all 23 California State University libraries with full borrowing privileges for the circulating book collection by requesting a barcode to be added to the Alumni Association membership card at the 1^st floor Book Checkout & Pickup desk.

Online databases, electronic books and electronic journals are not available by remote access. Access to specific Library collections and services, such as general and express computers, media editing equipment, and the MakerSpace, is currently limited to affiliated SF State students, faculty, and staff. Please visit the Library homepage for up-to-date information about Library services. Additional information on specific services available to Alumni Association members can be found at the Library Services and Patron Types page. 

Learn more about printing options.

Hours for Library spaces and services are available on the Library hours page.

Read about WiFi connectivity options and settings.

Alumni can enjoy the Mashouf Wellness Center at a special alumni rate! Alumni Association membership is required, and the Wellness Center membership is purchased separately.

SF State's Mashouf Wellness Center, a 118,700 square-foot, LEED Platinum Certified building, supporting general well-being by providing wellness programs and activities for the SF State community. This state-of-the-art facility offers a variety of amenities including group fitness classes, a climbing wall, lap pool, sauna, racquet ball courts, and more!

A separate membership to the Mashouf Wellness Center is available to purchase for members of the Alumni Association to unlock your access to the entire Center and all it has to offer.

To tour the Mashouf Wellness Center, to learn more about memberships and schedule your visit contact the Membership Coordinator at mwc@sfsu.edu (link is external).

Learn more about options and pricing for members of the Alumni Association.

You have the advantage of exclusive alumni-only discounts and/or benefits through the SF State Alumni Insurance Benefits Program, administered by AMBA.

• Short-Term, Long-Term, and Travel Health/Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Long-Term Care
• Life Insurance
• Pet Insurance

To learn more and enroll, visit the SF State Alumni Insurance Benefits Program website or call 1 (888) 560-ALUM (2586). AMBA is committed to “Serving You Throughout Your Life.”

The Multimedia Education Resource for Learning and Online Teaching (MERLOT) is a program of the California State University, partnering with education institutions, professional societies and industry. Alumni are invited to: Access Online Journals and Articles Browse the Worldwide Collection of Online Course Curriculum by Language and Subject Area Connect with other educators, K-12 teachers, college and University faculty, education staff and administrators, and librarians. 

The  Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at SF State offers adults age 50 and older opportunities to keep learning, stay connected, and explore new interests through courses, lectures, and interest groups.

Alumni Association members can join OLLI for just $10 for their first year (a $55 value).

To qualify:

• You must be 50 or older
• You must be a current member of the SF State Alumni Association
• You must be new to OLLI (not a current or past member)

To get started, visit olli.sfsu.edu and create an OLLI account, then email olli@sfsu.edu to activate your $10 membership.