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    The California Faculty Association union represents 29,000 California State University employees who teach and provide services to students January 22, 2024. The CFA has sued the CSU for giving the EEOC employees’ personal contact information to comply with a subpoena. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Melon)
    CFA sues CSU over federal subpoena for employee contact information
    Graphic created in Canva
    Hive Insider: Grand openings, memorials and more
    The Mexican flag rests beside the American flag on a colorful table during a Día de los Muertos celebration at Sacramento State Oct. 30, 2024. The annual campus event highlights traditions tied to Hispanic Heritage Month.
    Sacramento’s Hispanic Heritage: 8 Facts That Bring the City to Life
    State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
    State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
    Sacramento State students are facing the country’s highest tariff rates since 1935. From student vendors to commuters, the consequences are being felt across campus (Photo courtesy of Sac State, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)
    Rising costs, rising concerns: navigating price hikes and tariffs
    The California Faculty Association union represents 29,000 California State University employees who teach and provide services to students January 22, 2024. The CFA has sued the CSU for giving the EEOC employees’ personal contact information to comply with a subpoena. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Melon)
    CFA sues CSU over federal subpoena for employee contact information
    Many people that oppose Assembly Bill 715 say the new bill could silence discussions on Israel and Palestine, while supporters call it a step against discrimination. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 715 into California law on Tuesday, Oct. 7. (Graphic created in Canva by Andrea Rivera)
    California bill that could limit classroom curriculums on sensitive topics signed into law
    Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)
    Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students
    Sac State has placed professor Anne Luna on leave and is reviewing her case for potential university honor code violations from a social media post on Sept. 10, 2025. The sociology professor allegedly celebrated Charlie Kirk’s assassination via Instagram, sparking controversy. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Mellon.)
    Sac State professor on voluntary leave after Charlie Kirk post
    Wileety Native American College Dean Annette Reed poses for a photo within the lounge area of the new WNAC space Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. She canceled her retirement to lead the new college.
    Native American community celebrates dedicated college grand opening
    Associated Students, Inc. employees at Sacramento State voted over the course of two days to form a union Thursday, May 8, 2025. The unionization comes after allegations of employee mistreatment and a protest on March 4. (Graphic created in Canva)
    BREAKING: ASI workers vote to unionize
    The ASI board elects at the announcement party April 18, 2025. The 16% voter turnout is the highest since 2004.
    Sac State’s ASI election results announced with 16% voter turnout
    The 2025 Sacramento State ASI election is here, with voting running from April 16-17. Voting can be conducted both online and in person in front of the university union. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace, photos courtesy of the ASI election candidates)
    Meet the presidential candidates: ASI election 2025
    Graphic created in Canva
    Hive Insider: Campus workers seek unionization, former Sacramento King becomes basketball head coach and DEI support challenges
    ASI Student Engagement and Outreach office, where ASI employees work to promote programs and services Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Students and campus faculty have discussed forming a new union after multiple allegations of union-busting and discrimination were raised against ASI.
    Campus workers seek to form union following allegations against ASI
    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
    Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
    Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
    Hombre con su bandera Mexicana en la ceremonia para el Grito de independencia en frente del Capitolio de Sacramento, lunes 15 de septiembre, 2025.
    Una celebración del Día de la Independencia de México escalada
    Carreño trabaja en su computadora portátil cerca de Sacramento Hall el martes 9 de septiembre de 2025. Dijo que, aunque a los estudiantes de primer año se les asignarán horarios a través de Hornet Launch, los estudiantes transferidos pueden quedarse atrás, ya que son los últimos en inscribirse en las clases.
    Demasiados estudiantes, no suficientes clases: Los estudiantes luchan por las clases a medida que aumenta el número de estudiantes entrantes
    Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
    Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
    Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
    A voice for the Latino community and an advocate for change
    Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
    Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
    Los estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan durante la protesta contra la inmigración que tuvo lugar el martes 11 de febrero de 2025 en el patio de la biblioteca. La protesta consistió en testimonios personales, discursos informativos y cánticos en apoyo a la comunidad inmigrante.
    Estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan con los inmigrantes indocumentados
    La Universidad Estatal de Sacramento anunció una iniciativa que implementará el primer y más grande sistema universitario impulsado por IA. La CSU planea poner a disposición estas herramientas en las próximas semanas. (Gráfico hecho en Canva por Kai Arellano)
    CSU anuncia iniciativa para crear un sistema universitario impulsado por inteligencia artificial
    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.
    Un grupo de personas marchando el 22 de febrero de 2025, llevando banderas de México. La multitud se dirige hacia el Capitolio y la sede de ICE en Sacramento.
    Protesta ‘Aquí Estamos’ reunió a la comunidad en apoyo a los derechos de los inmigrantes
    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 Newsom 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
    Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
    GALLERY: Sacramento State Basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
    Junior quarterback Cardell Williams finds open field against Mercyhurst Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Williams led the Hornets in rushing yards and scored three touchdowns to sink Weber State on Saturday.
    Shock Therapy: Sac State bounces back with blowout win over Weber State
    Junior forward Micaela Romo getting ready to strike the ball in the 5-0 victory against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Sacramento State failed to continue their attacking prowess against Idaho State as they lost to the Bengals 3-0 in Idaho on Oct. 9.
    Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho
    Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
    Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
    Junior defender Nick Strangio dribbles up the pitch at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Hornets would fall to the Roadrunners by a score of 1-0.
    Hornets escape the Matadors’ cape to force a late game draw
    Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
    GALLERY: Sacramento State Basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
    Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
    Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
    Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts
    Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts
    Sac State men’s basketball head coach Mike Bibby returns to Sacramento 24 years after making his debut with the Sacramento Kings. Bibby looks to bring life to what has been a struggling program.
    From Jesters to Royalty: Kings legend Mike Bibby is all in on Hornet hoops
    Sac State men's basketball hired Shaquille O'Neal to become their first general manager in a voluntary capacity. Here are some reactions from social media. (Graphic made in Canva by Jack Freeman)
    Social media reacts to Sac State hiring Shaquille O’Neal as new voluntary general manager of men’s basketball
    Redshirt sophomore Jakob Poturnak clinks helmets with his teammates Thursday, April 17, 2025. Poturnak had 10 hits, including a home run, over the 3-game series against GCU.
    Hornets go antelope hunting in the high desert, return with first place in hand
    Senior right fielder Ryan Christiansen reaches second on a double against the Highlanders Friday, April 25, 2025. Christiansen scored four RBIs against Riverside, thanks to an RBI single and a 2-run homer.
    Hornets finish marathon week 3-2 after sweeping Highlanders
    Senior outfielder Tyler White walks back to the dugout after the end of an inning against Seattle University Saturday, April 12, 2025. White had three RBIs to go along with three hits, propelling the Hornets to a near-comeback.
    Sac State finds themselves lost in the shadow of snowy Sierras in double-digit defeat
    Senior center fielder Tyler White’s teammates cheer for the batter after he reaches on a hit by pitch Saturday, April 19, 2025. White went 2-8 against the Lancers but had an RBI in each of the final two games of the series.
    Hornets bring out the cavalry in series win against Lancers
    Senior center fielder Tyler White stands ready at the plate Saturday, April 12, 2025. White went 2-5 against Davis, while scoring three runs on a dagger home run in the ninth inning.
    Hornets take Aggies out to pasture in revenge win against Causeway rivals
    Junior quarterback Cardell Williams finds open field against Mercyhurst Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Williams led the Hornets in rushing yards and scored three touchdowns to sink Weber State on Saturday.
    Shock Therapy: Sac State bounces back with blowout win over Weber State
    Senior Sam Adams II, sophomore Damian Henderson II and senior Rodney Hammond, Jr who all embrace after a running back pass touchdown from Hammond, Jr to Adams II against Cal Poly Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The trio, Sacramento State’s three-headed monster at the running back position, helped contribute 230 rushing yards in a loss versus Cal Poly.
    Sac State sets sights high against Weber State after a bye week
    Junior safety Koa Akui celebrates his interception in Sac State’s loss to Nevada Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Akui has a total of 3 interceptions this season.
    Big Island to Big Sky: Koa Akui starts the season with a bang
    Junior quarterback Cardell Williams dances between defenders Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Williams threw three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown.
    A Mustang Stampede: Sac State can’t contain a potent Cal Poly ground game
    Junior quarterback Cardell Williams and sophomore running back Damian Henderson II embrace after a successful drive against Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Both contributed on the ground, with Henderson adding 141 yards and Williams adding in 66 of his own, for the majority of the 274 yards rushed against Central Arkansas.
    High-riding Hornets prepare to take on the Mustangs
    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
    Junior forward Micaela Romo getting ready to strike the ball in the 5-0 victory against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Sacramento State failed to continue their attacking prowess against Idaho State as they lost to the Bengals 3-0 in Idaho on Oct. 9.
    Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho
    Junior defender Nick Strangio dribbles up the pitch at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Hornets would fall to the Roadrunners by a score of 1-0.
    Hornets escape the Matadors’ cape to force a late game draw
    Embraced by her teammates, freshman defender Aryana Martinez gets her first goal with the Hornets against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Stepping up due to injuries, Martinez has been vital for the Hornets this season.
    Did you hear that? Hornets set off explosion with five-goal blowout
    Sophomore midfielder Vincent Padilla battles for a loose ball at home against CSU Fullerton Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Sac State’s offensive struggles continued, as they lost the match by a score of 2-1.
    Shortcomings in Sacramento: Hornets fall short despite last ditch effort
    Sophomore midfielder Jaety Mandaquit fends off forward Karli Yoshida-Williams in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Mandaquit has been a vital piece for Sacramento State in midfield, where she sits as an anchor in front of the Hornet defense.
    Revenge tastes sour: Sac State falls to the ruthless Vandals in second half
    Junior outfielder Faith Epperson yells in celebration after stealing third base Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Sac State won this game soundly, ending 9-1 against Pacific.
    Bats as hot as the weather: Hornets win big versus Pacific
    The Hornets celebrate one of their 26 runs Friday, April 25, 2025. Sac State added 38 runs total in its weekend sweep of Montana.
    Sac State freshmen lead the way in series sweep versus Montana
    Freshman third baseman Madison Evers-Lyles gets ready to make a play towards first base for an out Friday, April 18, 2025. The Hornets split on this day, but Evers-Lyles dominated, adding in two runs and a home run on the day.
    A bright spot in a series loss: Hornets’ head coach wins her 300th game
    Junior outfielder Lafulafu Malepeai lines up to bat against Northern Colorado Saturday, April 12, 2025. Malepeai was vital in Sacramento State’s sweep of Northern Colorado.
    Taking honey from a Bear: Sac State sweeps Northern Colorado
    Junior pitcher Danyelle Leone throws a pitch vs Fresno State Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Her two strikeouts helped in the Hornets’ 3-2 comeback win.
    Sac State brings the momentum home, dominating on the road before beating Fresno State
    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
    Freshman Gur Libal stands ready to return an oncoming ball Thursday, April 26, 2025. Sac State lost to Montana 4-0 in the Big Sky Conference Tournament in Phoenix, Arizona.
    Putting the season behind them, men’s tennis looks ahead to a bright future
    Sacramento State Hornets raise the trophy as back-to-back champions Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Hornets swept in both the semifinals and the finals, moving to the NCAA Tournament where they’ll face the California Golden Bears.
    Championship ace in a familiar place: Hornets raise the trophy once again
    Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return an oncoming ball from Montana State with a forehand motion Friday, March 21, 2025. Walker won her match at second singles, contributing to the 7-0 sweep against their Big Sky opponent.
    Sac State looks for second ring as they attempt to answer the call
    Sophomore Henry Lamchinniah returns with a backhand swing against UC Davis Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Lamchinniah went on to lose the singles match at first, and the Hornets lost 1-4 against the Aggies.
    Sac State reloads, not rebuilds, in youth-driven title defense
    Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return the oncoming ball with a forehand motion against Grand Canyon University Saturday, April 12, 2025. The sophomore’s match went unfinished, as the Hornets acquired three straight singles wins to complete the 4-0 sweep.
    Cross Court Chronicles: Quick wins, sweet sweeps
    Victoria Marthaler goes up to attack the ball against Weber State Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The win against the Wildcats was the first of their two conference wins.
    Victoria Marthaler’s career night lifts the Hornets over Portland State
    Weber State players attempt to block a shot from Sophomore outside hitter Victoria Marthaler Sept. 28, 2025. Sac State swept the Wildcats 3-0, with Marthaler leading the way with 18 kills.
    Sac State splits first two Big Sky matchups in hard fought battles
    Senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer goes up for a kill against Pacific Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Archer finished the game with 13 kills.
    The Hornets keep The Nest abuzz and win the Central Cal Challenge at home
    The Hornets share a moment together during their last home tournament at The Nest Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. The Hornets went 0-3 but have another chance to improve their home record on Sept. 18, as they kick off the Central Cal Challenge. (Photo courtesy of Bob Solorio / Sacramento State Athletics)
    Sac State serves up a 2-1 weekend in their Beantown debut
    Junior libero Reese Ampi hits the ball back against Pepperdine, Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025. The Hornets lost 2-3. Photo by Alan Cheeseman (Sacramento State Athletics)
    Hornets swarm the Beehive State and leave Utah tournament 2-1
    Graphic made in Canva
    Theatre Rats REDUX Ep1: A Walk Through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’
    Crowds push, pull and clamor over each other as they watch a performance at Aftershock 2025 in Discovery Park Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. Performances included genres like hardcore, emo, hard rock, nu-metal and many others throughout the festival. (Photo courtesy of Nathan Zucker)
    As above, so below: Aftershock 2025 unleashes underground and up-and-coming rockstars
    “One Battle After Another” sets California against a backdrop of a revolution in the streets. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as an unconventional and unhinged lead role that is very different from his conventional work as an actor. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures and graphic made in Canva by Omid Manavirad)
    Bullet holes and bank rolls: ‘One Battle After Another’ is an emotional epic
    “The Life of a Showgirl,” Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, was released Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The album showcases classic radio pop music with funky, unique beats, similar to Swift's older albums. (Graphic created in Canva by Claire Harrell)
    ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ adds fun pop to its ‘Wi$h Li$t’
    Yue, singer from Lapillus, signs off with a pose after finishing her “Burn With Love” performance in the University Union ballroom Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Yue took in the applause of the crowd before heading off the stage.
    Second annual K-pop Night hits all the right notes
    A child’s stained comforter is strewn with shards of plates at the “Step Into Gaza” exhibit at the Student Union’s Summit room, Oct. 7, 2025. The comforter was meant to represent belongings of children left behind in Gaza.
    Step into Gaza: Inside the Students for Justice in Palestine’s October 7 exhibit
    New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
    New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
    Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
    A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
    The Pop-Up Shop is located on the first floor of the University Union near the Southwest entrance Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Clothes, vintage video games, art, jewelry and more are sold in the shop.
    Student-owned businesses pop into the Student Union
    The StingerStudio Makerspace celebrated this semester’s Create, Make and Share Faire Wednesday, April 23, 2025. The fair featured various art and innovations from staff and students alike, many of whom used the space’s tools and materials to complete their projects for no extra cost.
    Creativity was in the air at the Create, Make and Share Faire
    Terra Madre Americas attendees enjoy the indoor market at Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. Inside, people got to browse different vendors giving out samples of food from farmers and chefs.
    Flavor and Tradition: Terra Madre Americas celebrates farming food culture
    Crowds gather at the Our Street Night Market to grab a bite, listen to beats and enjoy the vibes Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. From food trucks to live DJ sets, there were various ways to experience downtown nightlife.
    Downtown after dark: Our Street Market returned to celebrate Sacramento culture
    Having dietary restrictions isn’t a reason not to enjoy good food! Find out about five local Sacramento restaurants and the delicious meals they serve, accommodating everything from vegan to gluten-free options. (Graphic made in Canva)
    Alternative restaurants for your dietary needs
    Alex Blaise, also known as SacBoyEats, enjoys a moment with a coffee in hand. The candid shot captures his enthusiasm for local coffee shops, a key part of his mission to celebrate Sacramento’s diverse food scene and local eateries. (Photo courtesy of Erin Blaise)
    Mentor and food blogger uplifts Sacramento students and small businesses
    Chef Aguilar and Chef Villanueva display their dishes for this year’s Battle of the Chefs competition Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Only one of the chefs will move on to the final round at the University of New Mexico after judges decide on a winner.
    Knives out: Chefs enter semi-finals in a heated culinary clash
    Crowds push, pull and clamor over each other as they watch a performance at Aftershock 2025 in Discovery Park Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. Performances included genres like hardcore, emo, hard rock, nu-metal and many others throughout the festival. (Photo courtesy of Nathan Zucker)
    As above, so below: Aftershock 2025 unleashes underground and up-and-coming rockstars
    “The Life of a Showgirl,” Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, was released Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The album showcases classic radio pop music with funky, unique beats, similar to Swift's older albums. (Graphic created in Canva by Claire Harrell)
    ‘The Life of a Showgirl’ adds fun pop to its ‘Wi$h Li$t’
    Yue, singer from Lapillus, signs off with a pose after finishing her “Burn With Love” performance in the University Union ballroom Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Yue took in the applause of the crowd before heading off the stage.
    Second annual K-pop Night hits all the right notes
    Aftershock, dubbed the “West Coast’s largest rock, punk and metal festival,” makes a grand return to Sacramento, starting Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. The festival is conveniently located in Discovery Park at 1600 Garden Highway, near the meeting points of the American and Sacramento Rivers. (Photo courtesy of Samuel Shapiro)
    ARE YOU READY? Here’s your official guide to Aftershock 2025
    Sacramento History Museum presented “The West End Blues: A Sacramento Jazzstory,” Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, featuring Harley White Jr. Orchestra as performers. The concert featured a multimedia aspect, as a slideshow displayed vintage photos and text. (Photo courtesy of Sacramento History Museum)
    ‘The West End Blues’: Sacramento’s Hidden Jazz Story
    Mike Infante posed for the camera in front of greenery at Sacramento State March 28, 2025. Infante gained media attention through performing in bodybuilding competitions and has since made it to the big screen playing Nick in the recently released “Freaky Tales.”
    From curtain call to camera roll: Sac State student, actor and disability advocate makes Hollywood debut
    Nate Duke Lopez as Christopher Boone reaching upward in the Playwrights’ Theatre on March 18, 2025. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time delves into the story of a 15-year-old neurodivergent boy as he goes on a journey to solve unexpected mysteries. (Photo by Charr Crail)
    ‘Does that mean I can do anything?’: Sac State play aims to demystify neurodivergency
    The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
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