Hollander Family

Todd Hollander (‘90, Finance) and Tyler Hollander (Junior, Financial Services)

Todd Hollander (left) with his son Tyler

Did your college experience influence your parenting style? If so, how?
Todd: Yes, my experience at SDSU taught me about how to balance competing priorities. It taught me that having intentional habits can enable people to accomplish their goals and have a great time in the process. I tried to pass on that sense of balance to our three boys.

Did your dad’s education at SDSU inspire you to attend? 
Tyler: Yes, I would say it influenced my decision quite a bit, along with the combination of constantly going to basketball and football games as we were growing up. Also meeting a lot of my dad’s friends who were alumni contributed to my decision to attend San Diego State.

How do you think your SDSU experience was different from Tyler’s?
Todd: SDSU has progressed a long way since I attended in the late 80s. It has become much harder to get admitted. Also, our school has become much more focused on academic achievement and providing an environment where the path to graduation is clearer than it was in the past. The Aztec pride has always been there but, with the sports programs and the on-campus Viejas Arena and new football stadium, the sense of community is better than ever.  

When do you anticipate earning your bachelor’s degree?
Tyler: I will earn my B.S. in the spring of 2023 in financial services

How does it feel to have a next-generation Aztec in the family?
Todd: Having SDSU now as a generational aspect of our family has been great. The shared experiences of campus life and some of the same great experiences that are unique to SDSU, and the San Diego community, have been and will continue to be a blessing for us. I know that Tyler will enjoy the lifelong friendships and terrific start that SDSU gives all those lucky enough to call themselves Aztecs for Life.