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Sacramento State students attend Stinger Expo on Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025. Some students expressed concerns about rising costs for imported goods and car repairs. (Photo courtesy of Sac State, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)

Rising costs, rising concerns: navigating price hikes and tariffs

Annie Biebl and Aaron Smith October 9, 2025
Sacramento State students face mixed effects from new federal tariffs, which are driving up costs and affecting low-income, commuter students and small businesses hardest.
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

Ruth Finch, Visuals Staffer October 8, 2025
On Oct. 7, Sacramento State’s chapter of Students for Justice in Palestine held an exhibit commemorating two years since the initial attacks that sparked the ongoing conflict in Gaza. The exhibit demonstrated the conditions of the five stages of famine experienced by Palestinians during this time.
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

Andrea Rivera, News Staffer October 7, 2025
California’s controversial education bill, Assembly Bill 715, has been signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom’s, drawing backlash from educators who warn it could censor classrooms on sensitive topics like the Israel-Palestine conflict. Supporters say it strengthens anti-discrimination protections, but the opposing side argues its vague language threatens academic freedom across California K-12 schools.
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.
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

Omid Manavirad and Molly Mellon October 2, 2025
Sacramento State is reviewing the social media post of a professor that allegedly celebrated Charlie Kirk’s assassination on an Instagram story.
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.
(From left to right) Senior Associate Vice President of SHCWS Jeanne Harris Van Dahlen, former ASI Student Body President Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, Student Affairs Vice President Aniesha Mitchell and current ASI President Aranjot Kaur put their stingers up at the Basic Needs Resource Center Grand Opening at The WELL Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025. The event showcased the collaboration between student leaders and administrators in addressing basic needs insecurity.

Grand opening for Basic Needs Resource Center expands support for students facing insecurity

Leah Lentz, News Staffer September 29, 2025
Sac State marked the opening of its Basic Needs Resource Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday. The center offers free food, clothing, parenting supplies and hygiene products, along with services such as housing referrals and counseling.
Riverview Hall houses resident advisors and first-year students adjusting to college life Oct. 5, 2023. This semester’s residents had reduced mental health support after the in-residence counselor position was left vacant.

Departure of in-residence counselor leaves gap in student support

Lou Baudouin, News Staffer September 29, 2025
The university’s only housing-based mental health counselor recently departed, leaving students and resident advisors concerned about mental health support, while interim resources and programs attempt to fill the gap.
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.
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