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Mendocino Hall is located on the east side of campus of Sacramento State as pictured on Sept. 22, 2022. In an interview with The State Hornet, Shelly Zalezniak, president of the Israeli-Jewish Association, said one of the two swastikas found on Sacramento State’s campus was close to her club table during club week.
Past swastika on campus found nearby Jewish student club table
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.
The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Second-year business major Shelly Zalezniak stands in front of the Riverfront Center on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. Zalezniak said students outside of her club reached out to her after the swastikas were found, showing support for the Jewish community on campus.
‘An attack on us is an attack on everybody’: Facing antisemitism in Sacramento
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
The State Hornet compiled the results of our spring 2022 diversity audit. The audit found that each section had over half of its stories focused or centered on underrepresented communities. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum).
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring 2022 end-of-year-audit results
Women in Business board members (From top to bottom) Tamara Muomua, Shivani Kumar, Harmeen Kaur, Karina Garza Plasencia. The goal of Women in Business is to provide female business majors at Sac State with resources and opportunities to boost their professional development, according to its board members. Photo by Uche Esomonu)
All-female club seeks to reclaim business field for women
Rosalba Gomez-Bautista, second year political science major and ethnic studies minor poses in front of the mural on the Studio Theater on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. “We don’t want to be generalized as just Mexicans, we deserve to be represented and it’s very empowering especially now to be Indigenous and to claim that identity,” Gomez-Bautista said. (Photo by Hannah Asuncion)
‘I still haven’t come out yet’: First-generation queer Indigenous student balances their identities
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.
The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years
Third-year business administration major Felipe Carrillo stands in front of the Welcome Center on Sept. 16. The Welcome Center will have a voting center available from Nov. 5 through Election Day Nov. 8.
Preparing Sac State students to vote in the upcoming midterm election
Sixth-year art education major Selena Rios Brown poses in the University Union Sept. 13, 2022. She frequently gives away items such as clothing with the help of the Hornet Reuse app.
Sac State app aids campus community with free item exchange
Srinjay Verma, the creator of Buzly, shows off his newest launch: Buzly 2.0 outside the Riverfront Center on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2022. According to Verma, students can expect the launch of Buzly 2.0 in the next couple of weeks.
Buzly app taking California universities by swarm
President Joe Biden announced a student loan relief plan last week hoping to help borrowers across the nation by cutting down their student debt. Students at Sac State are uncertain if they will be recipients of this new plan. (Photo by Shane T. McCoy / CC BY 2.0 / Graphic created on Canva by Kamelia Varasteh).
Biden announces student loan relief plan, cancels up to $20,000
Newly elected ASI Government candidates pose for a group picture following the announcement of the voting results on Thursday April 7, 2022. The candidates will be serving their term from 2022-2023.
Sac State ASI election winners announced after voting draws 9.6% turnout
Sarah Budean, a junior with an undeclared major, sits in front of the University Union on Monday, April 4, 2022. Though she said she didn’t know much about the upcoming ASI board elections, Budean offered her thoughts on what an ideal candidate should do to earn more votes.
Rock the vote? Students know little to nothing about ASI elections
Elaine Vang, who is majoring in public health studies at Sacramento State, studies at the AIRC at Sac State on Feb. 21. Vang said she used the previous HEERF grant funds to pay for bills and textbooks. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
CHA-CHING: Final HEERF grant to be distributed to Sac State students
Sacramento State Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills discusses grants for students in the spring 2022 semester at an Associated Students Inc. meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021. The university will be disbursing $20 million total to students after the fourth week of the semester.
Sac State students will receive another HEERF grant in spring 2022
Sacramento State is getting $2.2 million dollars from California to go toward the university’s Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) and Crisis Assistance & Resource Education Support (CARES) office respectively, according to Associate Vice President of SHCS Joy Stewart-James and Associated Students Inc. director of natural sciences and mathematics Isha Bindal.
Sac State to receive $2.2 million in state funding for mental health services, basic needs
Mendocino Hall is located on the east side of campus of Sacramento State as pictured on Sept. 22, 2022. In an interview with The State Hornet, Shelly Zalezniak, president of the Israeli-Jewish Association, said one of the two swastikas found on Sacramento State’s campus was close to her club table during club week.
Past swastika on campus found nearby Jewish student club table
Second-year business major Shelly Zalezniak stands in front of the Riverfront Center on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. Zalezniak said students outside of her club reached out to her after the swastikas were found, showing support for the Jewish community on campus.
‘An attack on us is an attack on everybody’: Facing antisemitism in Sacramento
The man arrested in the chase drove through the on-campus apartment complex dodging buildings and pedestrians on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Sacramento sheriffs followed the suspect into the Hornet Commons parking lot before making an arrest.
Man arrested after leading police in high-speed chase through student living
(Left to right) Sacramento State Police Department Lieutenant Christina Lofthouse, Chief Chet Madison Jr. and Lieutenant Harvey Woo speak at the department’s “meet the chief event” in Sac State’s University Union on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021. Madison discussed incidents of excessive force on campus and talked about being accessible to the campus community. Photo of Lofthouse, Madison and Woo by Kris Hall. Background photo by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva by Ayaana Williams.
Sac State police Chief Chet Madison addresses concerns in public dialogue at forum
Chet Madison Jr., Sacramento State Police Department’s new chief, speaks with The State Hornet regarding his plans for the department on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021. Students say they want Madison to focus on anti-racism, safety and outreach to the campus community.
Sac State Police Chief Chet Madison Jr. responds to anti-racism, police brutality
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
David Moore parado fuera del Salón Tahoe de Sacramento State el viernes, Nov. 12, 2021. Como uno de los único profesores Afro-Americano en la administración de negocio en Sac State, Moore dijo que él ha experienciado más “frío en aislamiento” después de hablar sobre su experiencia siendo perfilado racialmente.
‘Dejen de tener miedo’: Facultad Afro-Americano urge a Sac State a llamar al racismo en campus
Debating our cultures’ superstitions and beliefs: SIN FILTRO
Debating our cultures’ superstitions and beliefs: SIN FILTRO
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
Sac State’s junior forward Austin Wehner gets ready to go on for the ball, taking on University of San Francisco junior defender Elias Thomas at the Hornet Field on Thursday, Sept. 22. Wehner played 81 minutes versus the Dons and has played a total of 547 minutes this season.
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
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
Sac State football running through team drills at practice Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022, at Hornet Stadium. The Hornets are taking a trip to Fort Collins, Colorado for a clash with Colorado State on Saturday.
PREVIEW: Sac State looks for first 3-0 start in 30 years against Colorado State
Sac State starting quarterback Asher OHara, his girlfriend Savai Calloway and their son Elias OHara on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022 at Curtis Park in Land Park. The three moved from Tennessee to Sacramento to pursue O’Hara’s football career.
Under center and over the crib: Sac State quarterback balances football and fatherhood
[L-R] Sac State athletic director Mark Orr and newly hired Sac State men’s basketball coach David Patrick pose with a jersey during a press conference Tuesday April 12, 2022 at the Sac State Welcome Center. Patrick is set to lead the Hornet program after most recently serving as an assistant with the Oklahoma Sooners last season.
Sac State formally introduces David Patrick as new men’s basketball head coach
Newly hired Sacramento State head coach David Patrick on the sideline coaching his team in a photo released by Sac State athletics Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Patrick was announced as the Hornets’ next head coach Tuesday after previously serving as a lead assistant with University of Oklahoma.
Sacramento State announces David Patrick as next head men’s basketball coach
[FILE PHOTO] Interim head coach Brandon Laird during practice Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, in The Nest at Sacramento State. Lairds contract expired on March 31 as Sac State has finalized a deal with David Patrick to become their next head coach.
‘What’s done is done’: former interim Sac State basketball coach calls out athletic director for mishandling of his departure as head coach
[FILE PHOTO] David Patrick coaching with Oklahoma Sooners in a photo sent by Hornet Athletics Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. Patrick is finalizing a deal to become head coach of Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team per report.
REPORT: Sac State men’s basketball team hiring former Oklahoma assistant coach as next head coach
Interim head coach Brandon Laird walking near the bench Thurs., Feb. 26, 2022 against the Idaho Vandals. Laird is being considered heavily for the head coaching vacancy if he chooses to apply.
Sac State men’s basketball set to launch search for next coach
The 2022 Seniors (L-R) Keith Torres, Trevor Doyle, Martin Vincelli-Simard, Brady Rodriguez, Dawsen Bacho, Brady Rodriguez, Steven Moretto and Nick Iwasa pose at John Smith Field on Sunday, May 15, 2022 as they were honored during Senior Day. “There’s a lot of memories you have with these guys,” Hornet manager Reggie Christiansen said. “Some of these guys have been here six years.”
SERIES RECAP: Hornets take three from Utah Valley in first conference sweep
Sophomores Cesar Valero (left) and Josh Rolling pose in a tree near the River Front Center on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Both Valero and Rolling transferred to Sac State as sophomores and have found a spot in the Hornets lineup.
Sac State baseball sparks friendship for two slugging sophomores
Dawson Bacho posing in the bleachers at the Sac State baseball field. Bacho is set to graduate this spring after a tremendous career at Sac State.
Living The Dream: How baseball impacted Dawsen Bacho and his family
[FILE PHOTO] Sophomore pitcher Eli Saul throws against California Baptist on Friday, April 29, 2022 at John Smith Field. Saul threw his first complete game in a 121-pitch effort in Fridays win over Grand Canyon University.
SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball couldn’t hold lead Sunday, drop two-of-three to GCU
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
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
Sac State football running through team drills at practice Wednesday, Sept. 14, 2022, at Hornet Stadium. The Hornets are taking a trip to Fort Collins, Colorado for a clash with Colorado State on Saturday.
PREVIEW: Sac State looks for first 3-0 start in 30 years against Colorado State
Sac State starting quarterback Asher OHara, his girlfriend Savai Calloway and their son Elias OHara on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022 at Curtis Park in Land Park. The three moved from Tennessee to Sacramento to pursue O’Hara’s football career.
Under center and over the crib: Sac State quarterback balances football and fatherhood
Junior tight end Marshel Martin carries the ball after a reception on Sept. 17, at UNI-Dome in Cedar Falls, Iowa during a 37-21 victory over Northern Iowa. Martin led the Hornets in receiving yards on Saturday with 76.
RECAP: Sac State football sneaks out with 37-21 victory over Northern Iowa
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 womens team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Sac State’s junior forward Austin Wehner gets ready to go on for the ball, taking on University of San Francisco junior defender Elias Thomas at the Hornet Field on Thursday, Sept. 22. Wehner played 81 minutes versus the Dons and has played a total of 547 minutes this season.
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
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
FILE: Sophomore defender Alejandro Padilla defends against Loyola Marymounts graduate student midfielder Leo Zulli at the Hornet field on Thursday, Sept. 8. The Hornets went down a man against LMU but still secured the win at home.
Sac State men’s soccer draws 2-2 against UNLV in Vegas
Freshman defender Justin Faison and sophomore middle fielder Ali Sasankhan are defending against a Utah Tech forward Friday, Sept. 16 at Greater Zion Stadium. Sac State has matched their five-win total from 2021 seven games into this season with the 1-0 win against the Trailblazers.
Sac State men’s soccer winning streak extends to three games
Freshman midfielder Madelyn Dougherty brings the ball up-field against the Washington defense Thursday, Sept. 15, at Hornet Soccer Field. Sac State suffered a 3-0 loss against the 22nd-ranked Huskies as the Hornets are winless on the year.
Sac State suffers fourth straight defeat in 3-0 loss against Washington
Freshman shortstop Nikki Barboza posing at Shea Stadium on Monday, May 16, 2022. Barboza has a batting average of .316 this season.
Sac State softball shortstop thrived in her first season despite the positional switch
Junior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitches against Southern Utah University at Shea Stadium on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Bertuccio was nearly unhittable this weekend as she threw a no-hitter in her first win; she threw five scoreless innings in her second win to complete the sweep.
No-hitter! Sac State softball team sweeps Southern Utah University
[File Photo] Junior second baseman Rylee Gresham lays down a bunt against Portland State. Gresham was able to score a run this weekend as a pinch-runner against Weber State.
Sacramento State softball swept on the road by Weber State
Lewa Day rounds the bases as she hits her 12th home run of the season against the University of Montana on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Shea Stadium. Day had five hits in 10 plate appearances.
Breaking records! Sac State softball sweeps University of Montana
Marissa Bertuccio poses in front of the Hornet Athletic Center on Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Bertuccio has won three Big Sky Conference pitcher of the week awards so far this season.
Sac State softball pitcher’s journey to team’s ace
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 States 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
Setter Ashtin Olin sets the ball for teammates Bridgette Smith or Sarah Falk to spike during the third set of Sacramento State’s last game at home against Portland State University at the Nest Sunday, March 13, 2021. The Hornets lost the match against Portland State with a final score of 3-1.
SWARM REPORT MARCH 13: Rough day for Sac State sports, all teams lose
Maddy Ferreros stands in front of the Sac State tennis court after finishing her training on April 20, 2022. She was named the Big Sky Conference womens tennis co-player of the week on April 5, 2022.
Sacramento State women’s tennis newcomer gleams in first season
Sac State junior Ori Maior serving against Montana State Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the Bobcat-Anderson Tennis Center. The Hornets dropped their regular-season finale against the Bobcats 7-0.
Sac State’s Men’s Tennis suffers massive loss at Montana State
Sac State sophomore Rudolfs Aksenoks returns a serve to teammate Mate Voros on the other side of the court, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, Asenoks is 4-0 this season in singles matches.
PREVIEW: Sac State’s men’s tennis team faces Saint Mary’s after two straight losses.
Freshmen Rudolfs Aksenoks and Jan Silva fist bumping during their doubles set against Saint Mary’s Friday, March 12, at the Sac State tennis courts. The men’s tennis team lost the match 4-1.
Sac State men’s tennis continues struggle of recruiting U.S. players
Senior forward Julia Herrera plays keep away against Eastern Washington player Brittany Deldrige in the opening of Big Sky Conference play Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Sac State soccer stadium. Herrera claimed 1 of the 5 total shots taken by Sac State.
Swarm Report March 19: All wins and ties for Sac State teams on Friday
Illo by James FIfe
Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
Senior middle blocker Cianna Andrews poses with a ball in hand inside the Sacramento State volleyball team’s practice gym on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2021. Andrews recently returned to the team after recovering from an injury and was named Big Sky defensive player of the week in October.
Sac State volleyball player finds ‘structure’ and ‘fulfillment’ in sport
Sacramento State volleyball’s sophomore middle blocker Kalani Hayes (12) and sophomore outside hitter Bridgette Smith (8) face off with Portland State senior setter Ally Wada (4) at the Hornets Nest on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. The Hornets were eliminated from the Big Sky tournament in a 3-2 loss against Portland State in the Big Sky conference tournament hosted in Utah on Thursday.
Sac State volleyball knocked out of Big Sky tournament by Portland State
Sophomore outside hitter Bridgette Smith (8) gets ready to send the ball to the Montana Grizzlies defense at the Hornets Nest on Nov. 11, 2021. Smith had 13 kills and seven digs in the match against the Grizzlies.
Sac State volleyball sweeps Montana in Veterans Day matchup
Outside hitters Bridgette Smith (8), Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (17) and middle blocker Kalani Hayes (12) prepare for an incoming serve from Portland State at the Hornets Nest on Oct. 19, 2021. The Hornets defeated Portland State on the road in four sets in an away matchup on Thursday.
Sac State volleyball downs Portland State for sixth victory in a row
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Joshua Livingston (left) playing a tournament match of Smash Brothers Ultimate against Jorge Costilla (right) at the games room on Friday Sept. 16, 2022. Few players were remaining as the competition was winding down.
Sac State’s Games Room tournaments are back in action!
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: House of the Dragon corrects Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
Fourth-year students Andrew Diaz and Veronika Akopyan admire the behind-the-scenes photos in the exhibit on Sept. 19, 2022. The artwork was made by kids as young as six months.
From little hands come big ideas: More Than Just Scribbles showcases children’s art
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Raven Vance, an anthropology major in her junior year, stands next to her soap and bath products at the Stinger Expo on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Vance said that while bath bombs are usually the top sellers, her bar soaps were her most popular item at the event.
Inaugural Stinger Expo brings student entrepreneurship market to campus
Students take a break in between classes to paint on a long roll of paper in the Kadema Hall Courtyard on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Professors would stop by and draw as well or just look at the drawings the students had made.
Sac State’s first Pause & Paint provides a creative break from school stressors
Beatrice Laus, known as her stage name beabadoobee, takes the stage at Ace of Spades for her sold-out show Friday, April 22, 2022. She said she scheduled the tour date between her Coachella performances.
Artist beabadoobee brings chill, alternative melodies to Ace of Spades
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
The Black History Month Arts & Crafters Event at The Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg, California on Sunday. Black artists and crafters appear at the show, as well as food vendors and wine tasting.
Celebrating Black History Month with arts, food and music at the Mill
Thumbnail by James Fife (Canva)
Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Customers order from Boba Loca inside the Arden Fair mall May 5, 2021. Workers, including assistant manager Lillian Phan, on the left behind the counter, push tea out to waiting customers.
“We’ve had to call security”: Sacramento boba shops brace for boba shortage, backlash
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Hosts Nijzel Dotson and Keyshawn Davis break down the latest single from Kendrick Lamars new album on this new episode of Keys N D Minor. (Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
‘The Heart Part 5’, ‘It’s Dry,’ ‘I Never Liked You’, ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’: KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCAST
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
Jorja Smith performs on the Blume stage at Discovery Park in Sacramento on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Smith is an English singer-songwriter who was one of four women headliners at Sol Blume festival this year. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
GALLERY: Music for the soul to blossom
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
Gabriel (Anthony M. Person) calls on St. Peter to open the pearly gates at the close of ‘Fences’. Left to Right: Cathleen Riddley, Anthony M. Person, J’cyn Crawley, Sincee J. Daniels. (Photo courtesy of Cindy Lawton)
REVIEW: August Wilson’s ‘Fences’ at Sacramento Theatre Company
Isela Ortiz graduated from Sac State in 2012 with a journalism degree and is the founder and owner of Sac Dance Lab. The studio provides classes in commercial dance which were once exclusively available in larger cities like Los Angeles. Photos taken by Marin Perego. Graphic created in Canva by Marin Perego.
How a Sac State alumna moved from journalism to choreography
Graphic created in Canva by Alex Muegge
Finding gender identity through theater: THE FANATIC FULCRUM
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: House of the Dragon corrects Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
Ghostface returns in the 2022 “Scream” reboot/sequel in one of the most violent and brutal incarnations of the character the series has ever seen. The series has had its ups and downs overall in terms of critical and fan reception, but the new ‘requel’ film has proven to be generally well-received. (Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: The “Scream” franchise ranked from worst to best.
This year, there are 10 movies nominated for the Best Picture award. The Best Picture is known to be the highest honor at the Oscars.
OPINION- “And the Oscar goes to”: Sac State students weigh in on the best movies of 2021
Mei is a very outgoing and bold 13-year-old. She is about to discover what it means to be a teenager. (Photo: Turning Red, Pixar/Disney, 2022)
It’s all about Mei: ‘Turning Red’ review
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
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Mexicos independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Mexico’s independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
Illo by James FIfe
Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
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
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
Illo by James FIfe
Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
Hosts Nijzel Dotson and Keyshawn Davis break down the latest single from Kendrick Lamars new album on this new episode of Keys N D Minor. (Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
‘The Heart Part 5’, ‘It’s Dry,’ ‘I Never Liked You’, ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’: KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCAST
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
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Graduation FAQ, Best of Sac State, mental health and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
(L-R) Alec Tong and Gilbert-O’Neil stand beside Lassen Hall sign on Thursday, April 14, 2022. Lassen Hall houses the financial aid and wellness wing of Sac State. Tong and Gilbert-ONeil are planning a rally at the capitol building to advocate for student loan forgiveness. (Photo by Jack Freeman. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
Student loans loom despite pause extension, ‘Breaking out of the Box’ seminar and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
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
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
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
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
Mexicos independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Mexico’s independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: House of the Dragon corrects Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
A study by the Guttmacher Institute says that 68% of unintended pregnancies end in abortion, reflecting the strength of millions of women in their desire to avoid unplanned childbearing. . If the Supreme Court rules to overturn Roe v. Wade, it would disproportionately hurt low-income women (Illustration created through Canva by Anh Nguyen)
Opinion: Abortion restrictions won’t stop demand for women’s bodily rights
Lisa Cook was cleared out of the encampment on Howe and Fair Oaks on Monday, April 11, 2022 and is still lingering around the intersection on Friday, April 15, 2022. She said she lost pictures of her family and all of her reserves of food.
OPINION: Homeless people are people first
Women at Sacramento State walk around campus, their rights in the hands of a majority male US Senate, protected by a pro-choice California State Senate. Women at Sac State have more jurisdiction over their bodies than women in Texas, who have very little time to decide what’s best for them when they discover they are pregnant. Graphic made in Canva.
EDITORIAL: ‘Liberty and Justice for All’ means women, too
Joseph Castro speaks to Sacramento State over Zoom as well as in person during his first visit to the campus as Chancellor on Nov. 3, 2021. Castro lied about the constant Title IX violations of his Vice President of Student Affairs in order to become chancellor.
Editorial: Joseph Castro never deserved to be CSU Chancellor
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen addresses students in the crowd of California Faculty Association protestors at the University Union on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. Nelsen said he could not get involved in the bargaining of CFA’s contracts. Photo of Nelsen taken by John Cabales. Graphic created in Canva.
EDITORIAL: President Nelsen, we don’t accept your apology — you should resign
The State Hornet Editorial Board urges Sac State students to vote no on the California gubernatorial recall election that could see Gavin Newsom ousted from office should it succeed. The election will take place Tuesday, Sept. 14.
EDITORIAL: Sac State students, you must vote no on the California recall election
According to the CDC, people ages 18-29 are responsible for 22.4% of COVID-19 cases in the United States as of March 4. That is 4,836,514 cases, the highest of any age group in the U.S.
EDITORIAL: Please, get the COVID vaccine
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” premiered in theaters on May 6, 2022. The film is an essential part of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) timeline. Movie poster courtesy of Marvel Studios
Review: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) spots Michael Myers (Chris Durand) outside the window of her California home in 1998’s “Halloween: H20 Twenty Years Later”. The film is an early example of a “legacy sequel”, or a follow-up film featuring new characters and plot threads from the original film it is based on. (Courtesy of Miramax)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: That other time ‘Halloween’ got a legacy sequel
The titular Jason, played by C.J. Graham, after he is resurrected accidentally by Tommy Jarvis in “Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives.” After he is resurrected by lightning, Jason begins his rampage through the town of Forest Green, formerly known as Crystal Lake. (Courtesy of Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: Dying on the hill for ‘Jason Lives’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) spots Michael Myers (Chris Durand) outside the window of her California home in 1998’s “Halloween: H20 Twenty Years Later”. The film is an early example of a “legacy sequel”, or a follow-up film featuring new characters and plot threads from the original film it is based on. (Courtesy of Miramax)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: That other time ‘Halloween’ got a legacy sequel
Staff writer Jenelle Lum shows her appreciation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She hopes to work at Marvel Studios for the franchise one day.
Avengers, assemble! Why the MCU is one of the greatest movie franchises
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
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Sac State starting quarterback Asher OHara, his girlfriend Savai Calloway and their son Elias OHara on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022 at Curtis Park in Land Park. The three moved from Tennessee to Sacramento to pursue O’Hara’s football career.
Under center and over the crib: Sac State quarterback balances football and fatherhood
Isaac Streeter • September 21, 2022
FILE: Sophomore defender Alejandro Padilla defends against Loyola Marymounts graduate student midfielder Leo Zulli at the Hornet field on Thursday, Sept. 8. The Hornets went down a man against LMU but still secured the win at home.
Sac State men’s soccer draws 2-2 against UNLV in Vegas
Hugo Quintanilla, Men's Soccer Beat Writer • September 20, 2022
Fourth-year students Andrew Diaz and Veronika Akopyan admire the behind-the-scenes photos in the exhibit on Sept. 19, 2022. The artwork was made by kids as young as six months.
From little hands come big ideas: More Than Just Scribbles showcases children’s art
Chris Woodard • September 20, 2022
NEWS
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.
The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years
Justine Chahal • September 22, 2022
Sac State celebrated its 75th diamond anniversary with entertainment, food and by taking the annual Swarm photo.
‘An attack on us is an attack on everybody’: Facing antisemitism in Sacramento
Kamelia Varasteh, news editor • September 20, 2022
Following the multiple swastikas that were found around the Sacramento area in recent weeks, organization leaders speak out about the impact the incidents have left on their communities.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
Johnathan Rutz, deputy copy editor • September 20, 2022
Students give voice to the addition of local taco chain Chando’s Tacos on campus. The restaurant offers daily deals from their new home in The Nest.
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
James Fife and Tony Rodriguez • September 20, 2022
Podcast Editor James Fife and Editor-in-Chief Tony Rodriguez, round up week two at The State Hornet
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
Jack Freeman • September 24, 2022
Hornet football made a trip to Fort Collins and picked up their third victory of the year. For the first time in a decade, The Hornets dominated in their first win over an FBS opponent:
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Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
Jack Freeman • September 24, 2022
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
Hugo Quintanilla • September 24, 2022
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Zachary Lallian and Isaac Streeter • September 22, 2022
PREVIEW: Sac State looks for first 3-0 start in 30 years against Colorado State
Jack Freeman, Football Beat Writer • September 22, 2022
DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND IDENTITY
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Mercy Sosa • September 22, 2022
The State Hornet returns with its Hispanic Heritage Month page to commemorate the Hispanic community at Sacramento State and its Hispanic staffers’ work.
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Emma Hall, Jordan Latimore, and Dominique Williams • September 2, 2022

Multiple swastikas were found at Sacramento State, according to a campus-wide email sent Friday afternoon. The first swastika was found on a...

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring 2022 end-of-year-audit results
Keyshawn Davis • August 8, 2022

When I came into the role as the second ever Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor, I knew I had big shoes to fill after previous DEI editor...

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Mexicos independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Mexico's independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Julie Blunt and Cristian Gonzalez • September 21, 2022
UNIQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted a concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community.
PODCASTS
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
Zachary Lallian and Isaac Streeter • September 22, 2022
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Joshua Livingston (left) playing a tournament match of Smash Brothers Ultimate against Jorge Costilla (right) at the games room on Friday Sept. 16, 2022. Few players were remaining as the competition was winding down.
Sac State's Games Room tournaments are back in action!
September 21, 2022
Sacramento State students swarm the University Union Games Room for the return of the video game tournaments!
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(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: House of the Dragon corrects Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Hailey Valdivia • September 21, 2022
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
Johnathan Rutz, deputy copy editor • September 20, 2022
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
James Fife and Tony Rodriguez • September 20, 2022
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UNIQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted a concert at Serna plaza on September 16 for Mexican independence day. El Grito spearheads the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month which is celebrated until Oct. 15. Reporting done by Arts and Entertainment staffer Julie Blunt and Multimedia staffer Cristian Gonzalez.
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