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The ballot drop-off box in Sac State’s Welcome Center sits ready for voters Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Californians will decide on Prop 3, a measure that proposes updating the state constitution to recognize marriage as a fundamental right.
California to decide on marriage equality with Proposition 3 vote
One of the ofrendas set up in the library quad for Día de los Muertos, honoring the lives of children lost to U.S. custody Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Ofrendas for children are often lined with toys and other memorabilia that children typically would enjoy, such as stuffed animals.
When the dead rejoin the living: Sac State’s fifth Día de los Muertos gathering
Students react to fee and tuition increases, months after their approval. Many feel blindsided by the new stadium announcement, as they believe spending could be better used.
‘Some of us barely get by’: Students voice concerns over spending months after fee increase approval
The American Cancer Society hosts the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k at Sacramento State Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. The community gathered dressed in pink to support the cause.
Pink up the pace: Sac State hosts 5k strides to save lives
The National Institute on Artificial Intelligence in Society (NIAIS) launched last year and has since begun steadily implementing new AI-enabled tools to help students and faculty succeed. (Graphic made in Canva)
Sac State’s NIAIS on the future of AI in education
The National Institute on Artificial Intelligence in Society (NIAIS) launched last year and has since begun steadily implementing new AI-enabled tools to help students and faculty succeed. (Graphic made in Canva)
Sac State’s NIAIS on the future of AI in education
The Collegian’s news page Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. The Collegian is an independent, student run newspaper at Pennsylvania State University and recently saw their newspapers removed from campus without notice.
OPINION – ‘A new form of administrative censorship’: Student journalism is under attack
Lassen Hall houses the Student Service Center, currently accepting students who are still waiting for financial aid September 9, 2024. With FAFSA loans facing delays due to system changes, students have been seeking assistance at Lassen Hall’s financial service offices.
FAFSA delays and changes threaten Sac State’s financially vulnerable students
President Luke Wood speaks at a fee increase town hall in the University Union Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. In announcing the fee increases, Wood said the additional funds would support enhancements to student life at Sac State.
BREAKING: Sac State President Luke Wood announces 4 of 5 student fee increases approved
Sac State President Luke Wood made his annual fall Address on Aug. 22, 2024 about the challenges and success stories over the past year. Wood described the university rising into a leadership role for the entire CSU, despite financial challenges.
President’s fall address highlights Sac State’s assistive programs for students
Students gathered at the ASI Election results party in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Student government leaders for the 2024-2025 academic year were chosen through the election, which saw a 13% voter turnout rate.
Sac State’s ASI elections unveil student apathy and representation concerns
The Associated Students, Inc. holds a results party for the student government elections in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Family and friends of the candidates were able to come out to the event and show support.
Voters support second term for current ASI president with 13% turnout
The ASI Student Government election begins Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. and will run through the evening of Thursday, April 11, 2024. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
FAQ: 2024 ASI student government elections
Mixed canned fruit and veggies on the shelves of the Associated Students, Inc. Food Pantry, Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The food pantry provides both fresh produce and groceries, according to its website.
ASI Food Pantry provides resources for students with low food security
Associated Students Inc. Vice President of University Affairs Alec Tong poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring 2023 semester. Tong resigned from his position on Monday, Nov. 27. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)
BREAKING: Second ASI board member resigns
A Sacramento State Police car along the American River Bike Trail after responding to a call Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Sac State PD released the Clery report last Tuesday, informing students of the rise in crime on and around campus.
Reports of campus crime rose over 200% since 2021, according to Clery Report
The Sacramento State Police Department issued a timely warning notice regarding a sexual battery case that occurred in Hornet Tunnel Tuesday, May 14. The investigation is ongoing and it is unknown if either party involved attends Sac State.
BREAKING: Sexual battery occurred in Hornet Tunnel
Sacramento State’s Police Department Deputy Chief Christina Lofthouse stands outside of the campus police department Wednesday, April 24. Lofthouse held a press conference regarding the assault and robbery of a male student on campus.
Assault of male student on campus believed to be targeted, campus police says
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
The Sacramento Police Department responded to a shooting at the University and 65th Street light rail station around 3 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024. The suspects in the shooting allegedly carjacked someone at gunpoint nearby on Folsom Blvd, the car was found abandoned on campus in parking lot 2.
The near-campus shooting and carjacking: What we know
Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebraron el Halloween
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
El Centro de Servicios Estudiantiles está localizado en Lassen Hall. El centro está aceptando a estudiantes que siguen esperando ayuda financiera el 9 de septiembre, 2024. Con préstamos de FAFSA siendo retrasados debido a cambios del sistema, los estudiantes han buscado ayuda en las oficinas de servicio financiero de Lassen Hall.
Cambios y retrasos de FAFSA amenazan a los estudiantes financieramente vulnerables de Sac State.
Flores en señal de memoria para Kaylee Xiong en la intersección de Cosumnes River Boulevard y Franklin Boulevard el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Xiong acababa de comenzar su primer semestre en Sac State.
Un estudiante de Sac State murió después de ser atropellada en el sur de Sacramento
Estudiantes frente al Amador Hall protestan por los derechos trans y en contra del evento de Turning Point USA con la ex nadadora universitaria Paula Scanlan el martes 2 de abril de 2024. Varios grupos de estudiantes asistieron a la protesta, como Estudiantes para Educación de Calidad (SQE), Lavender Alliance y Estudiantes Aliados por la Justicia en Sac State.
Defensores de los derechos trans en Sac State protestan en oposición al orador de Turning Point USA
Los estudiantes construyeron casas de campaña, estaciones de refrescos y establecieron bases de primeros auxilios en el campamento pro palestino en el patio de la biblioteca el lunes 29 de abril del 2024. Sac State ahora es uno de los más de 70 campuses con un campamento de protesta
Protestas pro-Palestina empieza en Sac State
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
Vincenzo Rodriguez y Asher Franco-Carreño platican con estudiantes de la Universidad Estatal de Sacramento durante la Bienvenida Queer en el salón de baile de la Unión Universitaria, el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Rodríguez y Francro-Carreño dijeron que aprovechan de muchos recursos en Sac State incluyendo el Pride Center.
La Bienvenida Queer celebra un nuevo año escolar
Sacramento State freshman forward Noemi Arvai looks for space to score in the post during the season-opener Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The Hornets had 32 bench points in their 27-point victory against the Jessup Warriors.
Sac State leaves no doubt in season-opening 27-point thrashing of Jessup
Sacramento State celebrates a goal against Northern Colorado Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The Hornets went on to draw with the Bears 1-1.
Hornets fly north to take on the Big Sky Tournament
Major League Baseball has the best playoffs of the four major North American sports. The excitement, intensity, format and length put baseball above the rest in terms of quality. (Graphic made in Canva by Brionna Woody)
OPINION: The MLB playoffs knock all other sports out of the park
Portland State senior quarterback Dante Chachere runs through a Hornet defender Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Chachere ran for a career-high four touchdowns.
Sac State still struggles to find itself in their worst loss of season
Senior wide receiver Jared Gipson celebrates after a touchdown in Sacramento State’s home loss to Eastern Washington Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Gipson has hauled in five touchdowns this season for the Hornets.
Sac State’s turbulent trek through the Big Sky continues with Portland State
Sacramento State freshman forward Noemi Arvai looks for space to score in the post during the season-opener Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The Hornets had 32 bench points in their 27-point victory against the Jessup Warriors.
Sac State leaves no doubt in season-opening 27-point thrashing of Jessup
Freshman guard Bailey Nunn dribbles past an Idaho defender in a conference game Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Sac State head coach Michael Czepil said Nunn is a skilled offensive player and will help the Hornets a lot this season.
Hornets return to the hardwood with first-time frontman and reshuffled roster
Redshirt junior guard Benthe Versteeg looking for a lane against the No. 2 Northern Arizona University Lumberjacks in the Big Sky Conference tournament Sunday, March 10, 2024. Versteeg won multiple Big Sky honors for her 2023-24 campaign with averages of 11.6 points, 6.7 assists and 1.9 steals per game.
Don’t sleep: Sac State’s busy offseason headlined by offensive juggernauts
Sacramento State men’s basketball interim head coach Michael Czepil talking with his team during a practice on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Czepil has acted as associate head coach twice in NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball, but has never owned the title of head coach.
Sac State basketball coach turned his love for basketball into a rare opportunity
Junior guard Zee Hamoda in the Big Sky Tournament semifinals Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Hamoda played in the tournament while he fasted for Ramadan. (Photos courtesy of Big Sky Conference and Malachi Parker, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Sac State guard overcomes challenges of Ramadan on the big stage
Redshirt senior Evan Gibbons releasing a fastball at John Smith Field against Tarleton Friday, April 26, 2024. Gibbons is the only pitcher this season to pitch in a complete game.
A return to prominence for Sac State in Arlington
Senior right fielder Cesar Valero sliding into third base after running from first in the second inning at John Smith Field, against Tarleton State University Friday, April 26, 2024. Valero scored after a single by senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez.
The lows of baseball present themselves to Sac State again
Redshirt senior pitcher Evan Gibbons and sophomore catcher Jacob Cortez celebrating with the team after getting the final strikeout of the inning while walking into the dugout against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Gibbons has a total of 40 strikeouts currently this season.
Another weekend sweep for Sac State baseball in Irvine
Junior catcher Elie Kligman taking a lead at first base at John Smith Field against California Baptist University Friday, April 5, 2024. Kligman is the second player on the team who can switch hits along with senior shortstop Gunner Gouldsmith.
Sac State left seeing red in Stanford
Senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez getting ready to swing against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Bojorquez holds the school record for the most runs by a player in Sacramento State with 143 runs.
Sac State leaves some angry birds in Bellevue
Portland State senior quarterback Dante Chachere runs through a Hornet defender Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Chachere ran for a career-high four touchdowns.
Sac State still struggles to find itself in their worst loss of season
Senior wide receiver Jared Gipson celebrates after a touchdown in Sacramento State’s home loss to Eastern Washington Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Gipson has hauled in five touchdowns this season for the Hornets.
Sac State’s turbulent trek through the Big Sky continues with Portland State
Sacramento State football team preps at Holt Arena for their game against Idaho State Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. The Hornets lost in overtime 30-27.
Hornets unable to exorcise their second-half woes against Bengals
Sacramento State redshirt freshman quarterback Carson Conklin throwing during the Hornets' Homecoming win against Weber State Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. Conklin threw for 357 passing yards and 3 touchdowns against Weber State.
Sac State leaves their nest searching for momentum against the Bengals
Sac State’s defense makes a late-game defensive stand against Weber State Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024 at Hornet Stadium. The Hornets’ defense was on the field for 85 plays.
Sac State holds on for much-needed win in front of Homecoming crowd
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Cagnei Duncan runs during the 2021 cross-country Mark Covert Classic for Sacramento State on Sept. 4, 2021. She said that this past season, her 10th season running competitively overall, was her favorite season. (Photo courtesy of Cagnei Duncan)
Cross-country runner makes Sac State history
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Sports editor Shaun Holkko and copy editor Robbie Pierce. Both of these State Hornet editors participated in sports they felt had lower profiles in high school.
SPORTS PODCAST: Stories of underrepresented sports
Sac State cross country coach David Monk and a few members of the women's team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Sacramento State celebrates a goal against Northern Colorado Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The Hornets went on to draw with the Bears 1-1.
Hornets fly north to take on the Big Sky Tournament
Sac State sophomore midfielder Ellie Farber winds up to kick leading to a goal against Weber State Sunday Oct. 6, 2024. The Hornets are heading to the Big Sky Tournament after earning their first road win of the season.
Hornets earn first road win in final game of the season entering Big Sky Tournament
Junior midfielder Madelyn Dougherty looking for a teammate against Montana Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. The Hornets went on to draw against the Grizzlies 0-0.
Hornets come short of swarming Grizzlies and Lumberjacks
Sac State sophomore forward Donovan Sessoms celebrates with teammates after his 2nd goal of the match against UC Santa Barbara Saturday Oct. 19, 2024. Sessoms scored his 2nd goal in the 58th minute to put the Hornets up 2-1 against the Gauchos.
Sac State commands important wins over a pair of Southern California opponents
Senior midfielder Abigail Lopez dribbling the ball around a Northern Colorado defender Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The Hornets went on to draw against the Bears 1-1.
Battle between Hornets and Bears ends in draw
Junior shortstop Gwen Ludwig fielding the ball against Montana at Shea Stadium Friday, April 26, 2024. Ludwig led the Hornets offensively in their first tournament game with four hits and three runs.
Sac State softball smashes through the opposing defenses to keep season alive
Senior third baseman Lewa Day swinging against Montana in her last series at home Friday, April 26, 2024. Day broke the Big Sky Conference record for career home runs in game two against Montana.
The seniors of Sac State softball dominate their last series at home
Haley Hanson standing on first at Shea Stadium against Portland State Saturday, April 12, 2024. Hanson just broke the record for career stolen bases, with 42 successful attempts.
Sac State softball’s bats go quiet until the final game of the series
Senior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitching against Portland State at home Friday, April 12, 2024. Bertuccio currently has the lowest ERA in the Big Sky Conference and holds second place in strikeouts and wins.
Sac State softball struggles to get their bats going against Portland State
Senior left fielder Alexis Parish batting against Santa Clara Friday, March 5, 2024. Alexis Parish was seven for ten in their three game series against Northern Colorado.
Sac State softball plays ring around the bases against Northern Colorado
Freshman forward Summah Hanson, distance runner Brandon Moreno, sophomores Kara Houghton and guard Benthe Versteeg, junior Zoe Ewell and senior third baseman Lewa Day all broke individual and season records in February of the spring semester. Six total records were broken by the Hornets and three more were tied. (Photos by Brionna Woody and Rinn Lee, photos courtesy of Sac State Athletics and Rhianna Kahley / NAU Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Ryan Lorenz)
Sac State finishes a month full of records
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Sacramento State track and field throwers Shantel Nnaji (left) and Erin Whelan (right) pose in front of Tahoe Hall Friday, April 29, 2022. Both have made their names in Sac State track and field history through succeeding in record-breaking throws.
Breaking Sac State records two throwers at a time
Sacramento State Sophomore sprinter LaTrouchka Duke poses at Hornet Stadium track on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Duke has recently placed second in the 60 meter Big Sky championship finale.
Sac State Track and Field sophomore sprinter makes strong return
Devonn Johnson and teammate keep the lead on San Jose State at Sacramento State's Hornet Invitational at Hornet Stadium on Saturday March 20, 2021. Sacramento State’s relay team placed second against San Jose.
Photo Gallery: Sac State Track and field team hosts Hornet Invitational
Redshirt freshman Lou Baudouin sitting on a bench outside Yosemite Hall Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Baudouin earned All-Big Sky Conference honors in both singles and doubles in her first full season.
Season-long setback fuels Sac State redshirt freshman to success
Sacramento State men’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Tournament trophy on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets defeated the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 4-1, for the Big Sky Tournament Championship.
‘I was ready to die on the court today’: Men’s tennis gives their all for a championship
The Sacramento State women’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Conference Tournament championship trophy after defeating Weber State 4-2 Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets now have 12 Big Sky Tournament titles.
NCAA Tournament bound: Sac State women’s tennis wins Big Sky Championship
Sacramento State men’s tennis team won a share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after defeating Eastern Washington on April 14 and the women’s tennis team won their share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after ousting Portland State on April 20. This was the first time either team has won a share of the regular season title in over a decade. (Photos courtesy of Sacramento State Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Tennis teams drop rackets for trophies
Seniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki with Sac State men’s tennis head coach Kevin Kurtz after receiving their awards for their achievements Saturday April 6, 2024. The senior ceremony happened after their doubles match against Portland State.
Hornets leave the nest smiling after brutal beatdown of the Vikings
Sac State senior outside hitter Bridgette Smith jumps up for the kill against senior middle blocker Kendall Robertson and opposite hitter Sophia Wadsworth of the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The Hornets had 56 kills compared to the Lumberjacks’ 42.
Hornets chopped down Lumberjacks but get mauled by Bears
Senior outside hitter Caitlin Volkmann and sophomore middle blocker Karlie Spohn go up for the block against Portland State Friday, Oct.4, 2024. The Hornets frontline came to defend, at one point blocking the Vikings in three consecutive kill attempts.
Hornets bring out their brooms for the fifth time this season
Senior outside hitter Bridgette Smith leaps in the air to spike the ball against Montana State Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 at the Nest. The Hornets won the game 3-1.
‘Trying to get our revenge’: Hornets begin Big Sky title defense
Senior outside hitter Ellie Tisko and sophomore middle blocker Karlie Spohn go up to block the potential kill by Oakland Friday, Sept. 13, 2024. The Hornets won the match 3-0.
‘It’s been a grind so far’: Sac State finishes up tournament play
Senior setter Hailey Plugge defends Sac State’s side of the court against UC Davis Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. The Hornets lost 1-3 as the Aggies dominated most of the match.
Sac State volleyball falls to a familiar foe
The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been the sole Sac State Folklórico dance instructor for 15 years.
‘It gives you a sense of freedom’: Sac State Folklórico instructor teaches intersectionality through dance
The planetarium connects to and can be accessed by the Ernest E. Tschannen science complex Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. Planetarium shows cover different topics such as black holes, the birth of stars and how the sky looked during the first Christmas.
Have an astro-nomical day at Sac State’s planetarium with these shows
Dustin Burke performs on the Visit Sacramento stage Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Burke and his band won a battle of the bands known as the GoldenSky Rising Star competition to play the festival. (Courtesy of Danny Wimmer Presents)
‘You do it because you love it’: Performers celebrate their moment as sun sets on GoldenSky
A large altar sits near the entrance to the California Museum Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The altar was erected by local restaurateur Ernesto Delgado in honor of his mother.
Día de Los Muertos art exhibit brings color to the afterlife
Two gallery attendees view four portrait pieces in the University Union Gallery Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. Guests were able to attend a special opening ceremony of the “For the People” photo gallery.
‘For the People’ photo gallery provides a new lens into Sacramento community
Artist reception for the exhibit of ‘Don’t mind if I do,’ in the Sac State library gallery on Sept. 12, 2024. The exhibit is centered around a self-serve restaurant style conveyor belt where the plates of food are replaced with small art pieces meant to be picked up and explored by the participants.
Take a seat for a tactile treat: Exhibit explores accessibility in modern art
The ‘BECOMING’ mural is a central focal point of the murals revealed near the University Union and was created by Heather Hogan, a professor at Sacramento City College Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The murals are the second installment of the university’s “A Place of Belonging Murals” multiyear mural project.
A brush with legacy: Campus mural art unveiling marks a milestone
Senior studio art major Alejandra Ruiz and her art piece depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe from her collection “Tonantzin.” This is one of many paintings where Ruiz depicts religious figures. (Graphic created in Canva and photo taken by Rodrigo Martinez)
BIPOC artists at Sac State bring color and culture to the world of fine arts
Guest Chef Ashly Mejia-Ferreras showed attendees how to make morir soñando Sept. 24, 2024. Mejia-Ferreras shared that the lime juice needs to be added last or the milk will curdle in the drink.
Dominican culture comes alive at The WELL’s guest chef event
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
A Panda Express worker at the University Union prepares a meal for a Sac State student who ordered Monday, Oct.16, 2023. Featured here is orange chicken, Beijing beef, chow mein and white steamed rice. (Photo by: Asyah Zamani)
The University Union’s must-get food places
(L-R) Lead Student Assistant at Student Health, Counseling and Wellness Services Lauren Batoon, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jennifer Campbell and CalFresh Healthy Living Student Assistant Macey Briones in The Cove Kitchen on the first floor at The WELL Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Campbell is the supervisor for the cooking demos in The Cove Kitchen. (Photo by Alyssa Branum)
Cooking demos teach students to make budget friendly recipes
Figuring out what to bring to the Friendsgiving table can be difficult, but The State Hornet has you covered. With these three easy recipes, you will be the hit of the party. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Three easy Friendsgiving recipes that will surprise your college besties
The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
Dustin Burke performs on the Visit Sacramento stage Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Burke and his band won a battle of the bands known as the GoldenSky Rising Star competition to play the festival. (Courtesy of Danny Wimmer Presents)
‘You do it because you love it’: Performers celebrate their moment as sun sets on GoldenSky
From left to right: guitarist Andy Hershey, vocalist Jon Lundin, and drummer Sage Weeber of pop punk band Point North. Their high-energy performance included both new releases and fan-favorites.
Aftershock is for lovers: Emo and pop punk bands you missed in the 2024 lineup
Emo band Saosin performs on the Soundwave stage while an attendee crowd surfs atop a cheering audience at Aftershock festival in Discovery Park on Saturday, Oct. 12. Crowd surfers would be carried to the front of the barricade where festival security would pick up and escort them back to the crowd.
Aftershock’s electrifying underground acts that will kickstart your heart
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
The cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in Playwrights’ Theatre Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. The performance will feature multiple musical numbers.
Can you spell: T-H-E-A-T-E-R? The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee comes to stage at Sac State
Lead actress McKenna Sennett sits on a bench in front of Shasta Hall theater on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Sac State’s production of “Hamlet” runs from April 1 to April 10 and can be attended in the theater.
‘To be or not to be’: Meet the leading lady of Sac State’s ‘Hamlet’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
Graphic made in Canva
Theater Rats Ep. #1: Kai and Mateo are batty for ‘The Batman’
Betelgeuse (Michael Keaton) returns to haunt the Deetz family with his trademark theatrics and pranks. The beloved character returned to the big screen this fall in the long-awaited sequel “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” directed by Tim Burton. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ proves Burton’s eerie lightning can strike twice
The film poster for the released “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” documentary. “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” is a documentary that follows the journey and life of Bray Wyatt through interviews and was released on Monday, April 1. (Photo courtesy of Peacock)
‘Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal’: A documentary that brings tears to your eyes
“The Goonies” is an 80s classic and pioneer for the bridge between adult and children comedy-films. It is a film worthy of its praise. (Photo courtesy of Warner Brothers Studio and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Back to the 80s: ‘The Goonies”
(L-R) Art Donaldson (Mike Faist), Tashi Duncan (Zendaya) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) sitting on a bed in the hotel room before their tennis match. The three tennis prodigies are part of the complicated love triangle featured throughout the film. (Photo courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer)
‘Challengers’ proves love means nothing
The ballot drop-off box in Sac State’s Welcome Center sits ready for voters Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Californians will decide on Prop 3, a measure that proposes updating the state constitution to recognize marriage as a fundamental right.
California to decide on marriage equality with Proposition 3 vote
One of the ofrendas set up in the library quad for Día de los Muertos, honoring the lives of children lost to U.S. custody Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Ofrendas for children are often lined with toys and other memorabilia that children typically would enjoy, such as stuffed animals.
When the dead rejoin the living: Sac State’s fifth Día de los Muertos gathering
Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been the sole Sac State Folklórico dance instructor for 15 years.
‘It gives you a sense of freedom’: Sac State Folklórico instructor teaches intersectionality through dance
A crowd of attendees sits for a screening and panel of the documentary “The Right to Exist” on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. Attendees were able to ask questions to a panel which featured the film’s director and others who appeared in the film.
‘The Right to Exist’ film screening shines light on Sacramento’s housing crisis
The State Hornet publishes DEI audits in order to evaluate our own coverage of underrepresented communities and hold ourselves accountable. In comparison to the last audit, we have increased our coverage of diverse communities by over 10%. (Graphic created in canva by Analah Wallace)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring’s end and fall 2024 first diversity audit
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida, and sports updates
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida, and sports updates
Sac State Says: Students share their opinions on the announced multi-use stadium
Sac State Says: Students share their opinions on the announced multi-use stadium
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
La Bienvenida: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with community
La Bienvenida: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with community
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
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Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer’s prospect in Big Sky Tournament, Hornet football needs rebound in conference, preview of men’s and women’s basketball
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, 'For the People' gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, ‘For the People’ gallery
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Chronically Online Ep. #2: KSI and Logan Paul cook up ‘Punchly’ beef while DanTDM takes a snack break and Chappell Roan snoozes
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Swarm Report: Sac State’s current conference play outcomes and future prospects, San Francisco 49ers recap, Sacramento Kings preseason results
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, 'For the People' gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, ‘For the People’ gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Stadium renderings, La Bienvenida and Ace of Spades
The State Hornet Podcast: Stadium renderings, La Bienvenida and Ace of Spades
The State Hornet Podcast: Winter commencement to be held in Golden 1 Center, FAFSA delays cause issues
The State Hornet Podcast: Winter commencement to be held in Golden 1 Center, FAFSA delays cause issues
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
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The State Hornet Podcast #10: Sac State announces policy changes, CFA members resign following resolution and Japan Day
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
Former Sacramento State receiver Isiah Hennie tries to juke University of Incarnate Word freshman cornerback Marquis Britten Sept. 9, 2017 at Hornet Stadium. Hennie has spent the last four years searching for an opprotunity to play professional football. (Photo by Matthew Nobert. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
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State Hornet Buzzed: Hispanic Heritage Month special, Growing up in Hispanic and Latinx culture
Newsletter editor Odin Rasco, opinion editor Kris Hall and audience engagement staffer Krys Shahin debate the worthiness of Scooby-Doo being named the best movie franchise in the 2022 edition of State Hornet March Madness. Scooby-Doo beat out the MCU in the finals by a wide margin. (Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)
Ruh Roh? Recapping the madness of State Hornet March Madness 2022: STATE HORNET BUZZED
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
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The best and worst cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Factory: STATE HORNET BUZZED
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebraron el Halloween
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida, and sports updates
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida, and sports updates
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out of Darkness Walk Campus Walks Greater Sacramento Area chapter and Pacific Clinic members led participants around campus.
GALLERY: Sac State hosts 13th-annual Out of the Darkness Walk
A collage of Peak Adventures trips from 2021 to 2023 . Madelaine Church shares her experiences through her skills as a journalism student who documented over 10 trips she attended during her time in college. (Photos by Madelaine Church, graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Madelaine Church)
Scrapbook: The experience of a frequent Peak Adventure traveler
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Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Evan Patocka, Daniel Gonzales, Jonathan Santiago, Skylar Findlay, James Fife, and Aliza Imran • November 6, 2024
Sacramento State freshman forward Noemi Arvai looks for space to score in the post during the season-opener Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The Hornets had 32 bench points in their 27-point victory against the Jessup Warriors.
Sac State leaves no doubt in season-opening 27-point thrashing of Jessup
Adam Camarena, Sports Editor • November 5, 2024
Sacramento State celebrates a goal against Northern Colorado Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The Hornets went on to draw with the Bears 1-1.
Hornets fly north to take on the Big Sky Tournament
Alex Wong, Staffer • November 5, 2024
Major League Baseball has the best playoffs of the four major North American sports. The excitement, intensity, format and length put baseball above the rest in terms of quality. (Graphic made in Canva by Brionna Woody)
OPINION: The MLB playoffs knock all other sports out of the park
Evan Patocka, Podcast Editor • November 5, 2024
NEWS
The ballot drop-off box in Sac State’s Welcome Center sits ready for voters Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Californians will decide on Prop 3, a measure that proposes updating the state constitution to recognize marriage as a fundamental right.
California to decide on marriage equality with Proposition 3 vote
Greg Micek, Staffer • November 4, 2024
One of the ofrendas set up in the library quad for Día de los Muertos, honoring the lives of children lost to U.S. custody Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Ofrendas for children are often lined with toys and other memorabilia that children typically would enjoy, such as stuffed animals.
When the dead rejoin the living: Sac State’s fifth Día de los Muertos gathering
Analah Wallace, DEI Editor • November 4, 2024
Students react to fee and tuition increases, months after their approval. Many feel blindsided by the new stadium announcement, as they believe spending could be better used.
‘Some of us barely get by’: Students voice concerns over spending months after fee increase approval
Finneas Brumbaugh, Staffer • October 31, 2024
The American Cancer Society hosts the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5k at Sacramento State Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024. The community gathered dressed in pink to support the cause.
Pink up the pace: Sac State hosts 5k strides to save lives
Aliza Imran, Staffer • October 31, 2024
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Senior wide receiver Jared Gipson celebrates after a touchdown in Sacramento State’s home loss to Eastern Washington Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. Gipson has hauled in five touchdowns this season for the Hornets.

Sac State’s turbulent trek through the Big Sky continues with Portland State

Students react to fee and tuition increases, months after their approval. Many feel blindsided by the new stadium announcement, as they believe spending could be better used.

‘Some of us barely get by’: Students voice concerns over spending months after fee increase approval

The ballot drop-off box in Sac State’s Welcome Center sits ready for voters Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. Californians will decide on Prop 3, a measure that proposes updating the state constitution to recognize marriage as a fundamental right.

California to decide on marriage equality with Proposition 3 vote

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One of the ofrendas set up in the library quad for Día de los Muertos, honoring the lives of children lost to U.S. custody Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Ofrendas for children are often lined with toys and other memorabilia that children typically would enjoy, such as stuffed animals.
When the dead rejoin the living: Sac State’s fifth Día de los Muertos gathering
Analah Wallace, DEI Editor • November 4, 2024
A crowd of attendees sits for a screening and panel of the documentary “The Right to Exist” on Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024. Attendees were able to ask questions to a panel which featured the film’s director and others who appeared in the film.
‘The Right to Exist’ film screening shines light on Sacramento’s housing crisis
Angelica Brito, Spanish Editor • October 23, 2024
The State Hornet publishes DEI audits in order to evaluate our own coverage of underrepresented communities and hold ourselves accountable. In comparison to the last audit, we have increased our coverage of diverse communities by over 10%. (Graphic created in canva by Analah Wallace)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring’s end and fall 2024 first diversity audit
Analah Wallace, DEI Editor • October 21, 2024
A pile of stuffed animals painted with red paint to resemble blood sits next to a large sign depicting images of those who have died in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict that began Oct. 7, 2023. The display was part of the third section of the art exhibit “Let It Be A Tale” held at the California State Capitol.
Students for Justice in Palestine’s art exhibit at the State Capitol memorializes Gazans
Sharmarke Holif, staffer • October 14, 2024
SPORTS
Sacramento State freshman forward Noemi Arvai looks for space to score in the post during the season-opener Monday, Nov. 4, 2024. The Hornets had 32 bench points in their 27-point victory against the Jessup Warriors.
Sac State leaves no doubt in season-opening 27-point thrashing of Jessup
Adam Camarena, Sports Editor • November 5, 2024
Sacramento State celebrates a goal against Northern Colorado Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024. The Hornets went on to draw with the Bears 1-1.
Hornets fly north to take on the Big Sky Tournament
Alex Wong, Staffer • November 5, 2024
Major League Baseball has the best playoffs of the four major North American sports. The excitement, intensity, format and length put baseball above the rest in terms of quality. (Graphic made in Canva by Brionna Woody)
OPINION: The MLB playoffs knock all other sports out of the park
Evan Patocka, Podcast Editor • November 5, 2024
Portland State senior quarterback Dante Chachere runs through a Hornet defender Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Chachere ran for a career-high four touchdowns.
Sac State still struggles to find itself in their worst loss of season
Andrew Edwards, Staffer • November 3, 2024
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Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebraron el Halloween
Maritza Ascencion, Staffer • November 5, 2024
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Maritza Ascencion, Staffer • October 25, 2024
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The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Jocelyn Hill, Copy Editor • November 4, 2024
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
Chris D. Johnson, Staffer • November 4, 2024
Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been the sole Sac State Folklórico dance instructor for 15 years.
‘It gives you a sense of freedom’: Sac State Folklórico instructor teaches intersectionality through dance
Delaney Joyce, Arts & Entertainment Editor • October 31, 2024
The planetarium connects to and can be accessed by the Ernest E. Tschannen science complex Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. Planetarium shows cover different topics such as black holes, the birth of stars and how the sky looked during the first Christmas.
Have an astro-nomical day at Sac State’s planetarium with these shows
Alyssa Earnest, Staffer • October 31, 2024
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Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Evan Patocka, Daniel Gonzales, Jonathan Santiago, Skylar Findlay, James Fife, and Aliza Imran • November 6, 2024
Evan Patocka and Daniel Gonzales ask Sac State students about the most dangerous animal they could take on.
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida, and sports updates
Kai Arellano, Evan Patocka, Skylar Findlay, Sharmarke Holif, and Jonathan Santiago • October 31, 2024

Welcome to The State Hornet Broadcast. Multimedia staffers Sharmarke Holif and Skylar Findlay share news that happened at Sac State. We’ll...

Sac State Says: Students share their opinions on the announced multi-use stadium
Skylar Findlay and Jonathan Santiago • October 24, 2024
President Wood announced plans Sept. 26 to construct a multi-use stadium in collaboration with Populous, a well-known architecture firm. The new stadium will be built where the current Hornet Stadium resides.
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Jada Trowel and Sharmarke Holif • October 4, 2024
Sac State students shared just how much of an impact the student fee increase has to their personal and academic livelihood, and mention ways it could positively impact the rehabilitation of campus amenities.
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