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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

Aaron Smith, News Staffer October 3, 2025
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 98, which creates new procedures in California’s schools and colleges regarding immigration enforcement.
Over 350 people came to Martin L. Boston’s memorial at the Alumni Center Tuesday, Sep. 30, 2025. Boston is survived by his wife Krystal Boston and his children.

Sac State holds memorial for late professor Martin L. Boston

Jada Portillo, Digital/Newsletter Editor October 3, 2025
A memorial was held for the late Professor Martin L. Boston, Sacramento State’s former director of Pan African studies, at the Alumni Center on Tuesday.
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

Lizeth Tello and Leah Lentz September 30, 2025
The Wileety Native American College celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, Sept. 24. During the event, many community members expressed their excitement and hopes about the future of the college and its students.
Assistant coach Hector “Keko” Grajeda addresses the team before their game against Stanford on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2025. The Hornets went on to fall short of victory by a score of 0-1. (Photo courtesy of Sac State Athletics)

A goalkeeper guru: First-generation graduate returns to Sac State men’s soccer

Tamer Bohatch, Staffer September 29, 2025
Former Sacramento State goalkeeper Hector “Keko” Grajeda joins the Hornets men's soccer team as an assistant coach in 2025. The former Hornets keeper played for one season with the team, before COVID cut his college career short.

Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event

Aldolfo Cruz, Claire Harrell, Nojixa Anacleto, and Eli Keller September 29, 2025
La Bienvenida is an annual event that is hosted by El Centro Serna at Sacramento State to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and welcome students back to campus. The event features informational booths, engaging activities, food and a variety of performances, including traditional Hispanic dances and live music.
Booths at the event handed out various Mexican candies for students to try Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025. Some popular candies that were handed out included Micheletas, Pelon Pelo Ricos, paletas and more.

Sac State kicks off Hispanic Heritage Month at La Bienvenida

Anita Ratna Gautam, News Staffer September 29, 2025
La Bienvenida kicked off the annual celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month on Thursday by filling the main quad with music, food and celebration.
The California Faculty Association reported in the spring semester that at least 70 international students across the California State University system have had their visas revoked without warning. Students and faculty members at Sacramento State express their thoughts about the support and resources available amid ICE presence on campus. (Graphic created in Canva by Anita Ratna Gautam)

Sac State reacts to ICE concerns and campus resources for students

Lou Baudouin and Anita Ratna Gautam September 27, 2025
As ICE presence keeps raising concerns among students, President Wood’s latest update aims to reassure them by sharing university support and immigration resources.
CSU Chancellor Mildred García responded to federal claims of systemwide antisemitism and discrimination in an email to the CSU community. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights are investigating the CSU system and its involvement in The PhD Project. (Graphic made in Canva by Logan Chrisp, photo courtesy of Sacramento State.)

BREAKING: CSU system faces federal allegations of antisemitism over hiring processes

Omid Manavirad and Molly Mellon September 26, 2025
CSU Chancellor Mildred García responded to federal claims of systemwide antisemitism and discrimination in an email to the CSU community. The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights are investigating the CSU system and its involvement in The PhD Project.
Sac State has reaffirmed its support for immigrant and undocumented students by providing information and support to its students, faculty and staff. The campus offers various avenues of support through webpages, legal services, resource centers and counseling. (Graphic created in Canva by Omid Manavirad)

FAQ: What to do if ICE comes to Sac State

Omid Manavirad and Lou Baudouin September 8, 2025
Answers to frequently asked questions about rights, safety and campus support during ICE activity. Here’s what the hornet community needs to know.
President Wood addressed faculty concerns at an open forum Thursday, March 27, 2025. A majority of the faculty present were worried over the budget and how cuts and reductions would affect different departments, resources, faculty and students. (Photo by Lizeth Tello, graphic created in Canva)

‘This university is a disaster’ Everything we know about Sac State’s budget crisis

Annie Biebl, Lizeth Tello, and Omid Manavirad May 17, 2025
Sac State will not be merging colleges just yet, instead implementing cost-saving measures to resolve its budget crisis. Other concerns regarding faculty lay-offs, athletics, research funding and DEI programs were discussed.
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