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The State Hornet

The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

Student news without fear or favor
Sacramento State sophomore Amari Jones competes in the womens 4x100 meter relay during the 12th annual Causeway Classic Friday at Toomey Field in Davis, California. The womens team finished second to UC Davis by the score of 110-81. (Photo by Matthew Nobert)

Sac State men finish first, women take second in Causeway Classic

Matthew Nobert April 22, 2017

The Sacramento State track and field team visited UC Davis for the 12th annual Causeway Classic dual meet Friday where the men took the win, but the women left in defeat. Sac State saw personal bests...

Aspiring filmmakers and broadcast journalists experience hands-on at the 28th annual Student Educational Video Awards Night on Wednesday April 19 in Sacramento State University Union Ballroom. (Photo by Nicole Fowler)

Sacramento’s young aspiring filmmakers honored at 28th annual SEVA ceremony

Nicole Fowler April 21, 2017

Lights, camera, action. The University Union Ballroom was filled with aspiring filmmakers Wednesday for the 28th annual Student Educational Video Awards that celebrates their creative achievements. Talents...

According to the American Civil Liberties Union, black people and white people in the United States use marijuana at a comparable rate, yet black people are 3.7 times more likely to be arrested for possession of marijuana. (Graphic by Pierce Grohosky)

OPINION: Minorities face much greater marijuana stigma

Noah Alvarez April 20, 2017

A family member once said to me, “If it’s all white, then it’s alright.” The more I pay attention, the more I find this to be true, both regarding law enforcement and the public’s views of...

Starbucks new Unicorn Frappuccino features blended creme, mango syrup and layered with sour, fruity blue drizzle. The limited-edition concoction is available until April 23 in the United States, Canada and Mexico. (Photo courtesy of Starbucks)

Pink tragedy: sip-by-sip review of the Unicorn Frappuccino

Rin Carbin April 20, 2017

Cotton candy, Jolly Ranchers, bubble gum, berries galore and a whirlwind of sugar to send me to my early diabetic death. Expecting all this — a sugar sweeter than the White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino...

According to the NCAA, 23 percent of college athletes reported receiving a prescription for a pain medication and 6 percent reported using an opioid without a prescription in the prior year.
 (Photo illustration by David Richards)

Injuries, presence of painkillers a reality for NCAA student-athletes

Max Jacobs April 20, 2017

In the game of football, the presence of injury is not just a risk — it is a statistical probability for anyone who puts on the pads. There are more than 20,000 injuries per year at the collegiate...

Sacramento State alumnus Vincent Martinez, 29, holds the tolls of his trade as a manufacturer of edible marijuana products. (Photo by Nicole Fowler)

Sac State alumnus builds edible empire one brownie at a time

Barbara Harvey April 20, 2017

Before he made his living selling gourmet edible marijuana products, Sacramento State alumnus Vincent Martinez, who graduated with his masters in education, was working for Pearson Education, perfecting...

(Photos by John Ferrannini)

#SacStateSays: Should public use of marijuana be legal in California?

John Ferrannini April 20, 2017

Last year Proposition 64 legalized marijuana in California, yet it remains illegal to use cannabis in public or in places where tobacco use isn't allowed. We asked Sacramento State students what they think...

#SacStateSays: Should public use of marijuana be legal in California?

#SacStateSays: ‘Should public use of marijuana be legal in California?’

Andro Palting April 20, 2017

This week The State Hornet asked students, “Should public use of marijuana be legal in California?” https://youtu.be/v5FutzIR7PI RELATED: Check out more responses from students here. ...

(Illustration by Pierce Grohosky)

The people, policies and politics of pot

John Ferrannini April 20, 2017

The passage of Proposition 64 in November has made the legal distinctions surrounding cannabis even more complex, although use and possession remain against Sacramento State policy. Though use and...

Beer tap handles are pictured here at the Round Table Pizza in the University Union on Tuesday, April 18, 2017. Students can order up to three alcoholic beverages a day on campus at three separate locations. (Photo by John Ferrannini)

EDITORIAL: Despite legalization, Sac State still prohibits use of marijuana yet openly serves alcohol

State Hornet April 20, 2017

While smoking marijuana at Sacramento State is against school policy, it is perfectly possible for students to drink to intoxication. There are three locations on campus that offer alcohol for students...

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