San Jose State Advances, Job Fair Goes Live, Community Vigil Underway

It’s a busy midweek in San Jose, with college basketball making noise, job seekers logging on for new opportunities, and a community prayer vigil continuing near The Alameda.

Spartans Advance In Mountain West Tournament

San Jose State men’s basketball pulled off a notable win Wednesday night, defeating Boise State 84-74 in the opening round of the Mountain West Conference tournament in Las Vegas.

The 11th-seeded Spartans now move on to face No. 3 seed New Mexico in Thursday night’s quarterfinal matchup. The late-season push adds momentum for a program looking to build consistency in conference play.

For local fans, the victory marks one of the team’s more energetic performances this season and keeps San Jose State in the postseason spotlight for at least another round.

Virtual Job Fair Connects Employers, Applicants

Back home, job seekers across San Jose are taking part in a virtual career fair running from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. today. The online event allows candidates to meet directly with recruiters and hiring managers without leaving home.

Organizers say the fair is designed to streamline the hiring process and give applicants real-time access to decision-makers. Participation is free for job seekers.

With tech, healthcare and service roles frequently in demand across Silicon Valley, events like this continue to offer a timely bridge between employers and the local workforce.

Prayer Vigil Continues Near The Alameda

A 40-day prayer vigil is also underway in San Jose, with participants gathering in the public right-of-way near The Alameda as part of a broader campaign focused on faith-based outreach.

Organizers describe the effort as peaceful and centered on prayer and reflection. The campaign runs through the day and is part of a longer series of coordinated gatherings.

From college hoops to career moves and community activism, San Jose’s week reflects the wide range of activity shaping the city this March.

Sources

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Mountain_West_Conference_men%27s_basketball_tournament
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/san-jose-job-fair-march-12-2026-san-jose-career-fairs-tickets-1750732380679
https://www.dsj.org/event/2025-40-days-for-life-campaign/2026-03-12/