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Analah Wallace, DEI Editor
![(L-R) Sac State history professor Dr. Michael Vann, former President of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Northern Illinois history professor Eric Jones stand onstage in the University Ballroom Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. President Yudhoyono discussed his experiences with leadership and what he hopes to see from the nation in the future.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/day-3-lead-1200x800.jpg)
International Conference on Genocide concludes with a focus on global unity
The former President of Indonesia leaves a lasting impact on attendees
![The Kwibuka flame of hope statue outside the University Union Ballroom III Nov. 15, 2024. The second day of the Conferance on Genocide put more of a focus on health and healing.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Day-2-Lead-1200x800.jpg)
Day 2 of the International Conference on Genocide reflects on trauma and healing
Panels discuss conflict narratives and future violence prevention
![The Rwanda Minister of Justice and Attorney General Emmanuel Ugirashebuja giving his speech at the opening ceremony, Thursday, November 14, 2024. Ugirashebuja spoke about his own experience living through the genocide against the Tutsi.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Conference-of-Genocide-12-1200x800.jpg)
6th International Conference of Genocide arrives at Sac State
Guest speakers from around the world share their experiences living through historical conflicts
![One of the ofrendas set up in the library quad for Día de los Muertos, honoring the lives of children lost to U.S. custody Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Ofrendas for children are often lined with toys and other memorabilia that children typically would enjoy, such as stuffed animals.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Lede-1-1200x800.jpg)
When the dead rejoin the living: Sac State’s fifth Día de los Muertos gathering
Ofrendas, flowers, food and more help lead the dead home
![From left to right: guitarist Andy Hershey, vocalist Jon Lundin, and drummer Sage Weeber of pop punk band Point North. Their high-energy performance included both new releases and fan-favorites.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/img.jpg)
Aftershock is for lovers: Emo and pop punk bands you missed in the 2024 lineup
2000s emos were right at home at this four-day festival favorites
![The State Hornet publishes DEI audits in order to evaluate our own coverage of underrepresented communities and hold ourselves accountable. In comparison to the last audit, we have increased our coverage of diverse communities by over 10%. (Graphic created in canva by Analah Wallace)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Fall-2024-Sesmester-1200x675.png)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring’s end and fall 2024 first diversity audit
Production of diverse content has nearly doubled since the midway spring semester audit
![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.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/breaking.jpg)
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
Wood se sentó a platicar con reporteros del Avispón del Estado para discutir los incrementos
![Lamb of God performs at Aftershock Festival with special effects of smoke and ominous lighting in Discovery Park on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. A cast of green fills the stage around lead singer Randy Blythe while performing “Memento Mori” from the band’s 2020 album.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Lead1-1200x800.jpg)
High-voltage performances to expect at Aftershock 2024
Slayer makes a comeback alongside legends Iron Maiden, Mötley Crüe, Slipknot and more
![President Luke Wood speaks at a fee increase town hall in the University Union Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. In announcing the fee increases, Wood said the additional funds would support enhancements to student life at Sac State.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Fee-Raise--1200x800.jpg)
BREAKING: Sac State President Luke Wood announces 4 of 5 student fee increases approved
Wood sat down with The State Hornet to discuss the increases
![Michael Lee Chang, estudiante en prácticas de Estudiantes para Educación de Calidad (SQE) dirigiendo manifestantes hacia Sacramento Hall el miércoles 10 de abril del 2024. Manifestantes se reunieron afuera del edificio antes de dejar sus folletos en la oficina del Presidente Luke Wood.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/LeadJenn-2-1200x800.jpg)
Estudiantes marchan en contra de aumento de matrícula universitaria de 34%
CSU aumentará la matrícula universitaria por 6% cada año por los próximo cinco años
![The pro-Palestine encampment setup of tents and supplies for day two in the free speech zone of the Library Quad Tuesday, April 30, 2024. The encampment is in response to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/GZ9B2428-1200x800.jpg)
President Luke Wood extends encampment approval on second day of pro-Palestine protests
'The encampment can last as long as it continues to be what it is’
![A tent being assembled in the middle of the Sacramento State’s Library Quad Monday, April 29, 2024. Protestors were set up with necessities, music and books to keep them occupied.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_1003-1200x800.jpg)
‘We’re going to be here until the CSU system divests’: Students and organizers comment on Sac State encampment
Protesters determined to stay put until change is made
![Students of the sociology 136 class march around campus and the Library Quad at a protest for the new CSU system tuition fees Wednesday, April 24, 2024. The rally and march included chants such as “freeze the fees.”](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LeadRodrigo_43DB055C-5A6E-42D3-8A9C-0A2DF7EAEE7B-1200x800.jpg)
Student-led tuition takeover rally continues fight against 34% increases
Approved proposal snowballs into campus-wide movement to ‘freeze the fees’
![Students for Quality Education’s student intern Michael Lee-Chang leading protesters toward Sacramento Hall Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Protesters rallied outside the building before dropping SQE flyers at President Luke Wood’s office.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/LeadJenn-2-1200x800.jpg)
Students gather across campus to protest 34% tuition increase
CSU to raise tuition by 6% each year for the next five years
![A sign held up by one of the Sac State picketers on Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. The CFA stated in an Instagram post that they have managed a tentative agreement with the CSU on equal pay and safer working conditions.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Fp58lzLyX9iLv3x4HOlJZDwfSu0OmgeBL2nJdgyt-1200x800.jpg)
BREAKING: California Faculty Association reaches tentative agreement with CSU
CFA cancels its 5-day strike.
![CFA Vice President and Sac State professor Margarita Berta-Ávila protests with faculty at the west campus entrance near Carlson and J St. Monday, Jan. 22, 2024. Strikes are set to continue all week long to urge the CSU to open up negotiations again.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/SfROYifcZOahKlU3gX6URyidhQ7JOIGLSI2WwkZu-1200x762.jpg)
California Faculty Association starts off spring semester with on-campus strike
Sac State faculty demand CSU improve work conditions
![The Teamsters Local 10 union participated in the wage strike alongside the California Faculty Association on Dec. 7, 2023. Notable members of the union were spotted protesting and giving speeches in support of better pay and working conditions.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FMjAJRd68elP8cu6PRjpWEbsDy00iFf8zdv7tPNX-1200x800-3.jpg)
BREAKING: Teamsters call off strike with the CFA
An agreement is being finalized with the CSU
![The remaining suspects captured on camera by the Sacramento State Police Department. Students should report to the Sac State PD immediately if they see these faces or anyone else tampering with student property. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/FePed368AtwhJaJjS4DHhXOwYg5nOnze7Eq6YMlb-1200x675.png)
BREAKING: Two suspects apprehended in recent transportation thefts
Sac State Police Department urges students to secure their bikes and scooters
![Protestors cover the Sacramento State sign in red and white CFA posters during the initial CFA strike Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023. Strikers held signs demanding better pay and better mental health accommodations for students and staff alike.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/0X2A1816-1200x800.jpg)
CFA strike confirmed to take place first week of semester
CSU negotiators fail to satisfy their workers
![Students protesting in solidarity with Palestine during a walkout in the library quad Oct. 12, 2023. Students held up flags and signs that read phrases such as “Free Palestine” and “Right to Exist, Resist Return” while movement leaders shared their stories.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/59Mk5NQXr9UX5RNfOVhiAv14kbipKIQHsr3adJQY.jpg)
Man pretends to shoot at pro-Palestine protesters on campus in racially motivated incident
Dr. Luke Wood and Students for Justice in Palestine give their statements
![Mixed canned fruit and veggies on the shelves of the Associated Students, Inc. Food Pantry, Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The food pantry provides both fresh produce and groceries, according to its website.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4Qlu1H0J0UlHuBqmIOsQ7M4bovHOZYY15v6wbcPf-1200x800.jpg)
ASI Food Pantry provides resources for students with low food security
The pantry offers weekly access to fresh produce and groceries
![Associated Students Inc. Vice President of University Affairs Alec Tong poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring 2023 semester. Tong resigned from his position on Monday, Nov. 27. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/l4Jf19mzNVTUkssXmOxFNXK2XDmhdvuBlvetDBOR-1200x675.png)
BREAKING: Second ASI board member resigns
A second member of the student government steps down
![CapRadio, the NPR-member station, has plans on how to face their financial challenges after the recent audit, Interim President Tom Karlo said. According to the station’s Linkedin, the station has almost 500,000 weekly listeners. .
(Photo by James Fife, Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/LUUkyJHJWPOKf9P6ohkH28vs4NoiwusHwHFaqTnS-1200x675.png)
CapRadio officials break down post-audit financial issues and revenues
Subscribers and community support help keep station alive
![The large display of a judge put up by demonstrators in the library quad near Santa Clara Hall Oct. 11, 2023. Members of the Carpenters Local Union 46 handed out flyers alleging wage theft by contractors being considered for Student Housing Project III.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/koiklKtMVqiOPgSU0j2ega8lM3w44vBThtBISNNm-1200x800.jpg)
Carpenters’ union expresses concerns with upcoming student housing project’s contractor
Union alleges selected contractor has a past of wage theft
![The Sacramento State Police Department responded to a call of a fire near Riverview Hall, Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Currently, police believe the fire was set intentionally. (Graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard, Photo courtesy of Sacramento State Police Department)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/znjhgQgcRKteW5h3ggPDxCZw3mMRXYUaMrLlP6pV-1200x675.png)
BREAKING: Possible arson committed at Riverview Hall
Campus police believe two trash can fires were set intentionally
![It’s important for students to take care of their mental health with each coming semester. Student Health and Wellness, located in The WELLl, has a variety of counseling options for students seeking help with their mental health, including individual, group and peer counseling. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/k79WO4dSEvtZwjwOy7CNrQrpVczG4iJ0nRdV5bib-1200x675.png)
Students can address mental health during their time at Sac State with on-campus counseling
Students share their thoughts on the mental health resources available to students
![Students and faculty who attend the event hold up posters reading "Free Palestine" Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023. They also chanted the same words alongside the event organizers in the library quad.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/NPoRKP6pwMvX6qkYkb3weT14krSqvVKDlZoXmTKQ-1200x800.jpg)
Students for Justice in Palestine hold a walkout
Students gathered in the Library Quad in support of their Palestinian peers
![CapRadio’s downtown Sacramento location, Thursday Oct. 5, 2023. CapRadio faced significant turnovers in leadership and management following the September 2023 audit.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/rmtpnNI90tT5NNoBQBjIFWcHOCWizCeeonXAX21L-1200x800.jpg)
Former CapRadio employees recount the company’s deep-rooted problems
Former employees were unsurprised by recent audit
![Protestors gathered in the Library Quad as part of a march in support of Palestinians, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. Those speaking at the march expressed a need for support for those being affected by the violence taking place in Gaza.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kdg9KYhqMrpaWXFROffdRDYTR6S6tgTJKw7ssskR-1200x866.jpg)
Students rally at Sac State in support of Palestine
Supporters of Palestine come together to speak against violence
![A student-led petition is seeking to reform Title IX to include verbal harassment in its list of protections. According to the petition's organizers, current protections have failed to properly protect students from such harassment. (Graphic created in Canva by Cam Hanson)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/title_ix_petition-1200x675.png)
Student petition looks to expand Title IX protections to include verbal harassment
The petition aims to add protections against death threats
![A scooter and bike properly locked up at the stairs by Sequoia Hall in the campus provided spots Thursday, Sept. 26, 2023. Multiple accounts of various types of theft continue to be reported to the Sacramento State Police according to the CSUS crime log.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/kSjWVkxJE1XMWTQDfc9pprYgZ6fNVNEaeNLJAOOE-1200x800.jpg)
Upsurge in electric scooter theft is cause for concern among students
The rise in thefts may be part of a bigger issue
![A sign held by one of the various union representatives gathering together in the Library Quad, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Organizations involved in the demonstration included the California Faculty Association, CSU Employees Union, the Teamsters Local 2010, among others.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/96oDiu0nTVBP4rwJZD4u7lWgh4Bsh8XipUO93Imv-1200x800.jpg)
BREAKING: CSU union representatives demonstrate ahead of potential strikes
CSUS workers gather in library quad in show of solidarity
![A sign encouraging people to wear a mask can be seen outside the Health and Wellness center near The WELL Tuesday, Sept. 19, 2023. The Department of Student Health and Wellness on campus alerted the community of an ongoing statewide COVID-19 surge.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/XoEbsCSth9BWTq3KuMhzkXhJMHj4noMq2TW3nnTu-1200x829.jpg)
The COVID-19 surge: what you need to know
The Department of Student Health, Counseling and Wellness advises caution be taken as COVID-19 cases rise
![The California Faculty Association and other protestors stand outside the California State University’s Chancellor's Office in Long Beach, California Wednesday Sept. 13, 2023. The CSU Board of Trustees approved a multi-year 6% tuition increase beginning fall 2024. (Photo courtesy of Michael Lee-Chang)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Protest-CSU-Board-tuition-vote-1200x900.jpg)
BREAKING: CSU Board of Trustees approves tuition increase proposal
Tuition increases to begin as of the 2024-2025 academic year
![Jenkins Hall, a co-ed student residence on campus, Thursday, Sep. 7, 2023. A sexual assault was reported there on Aug. 31.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/BREAKING-NEWS-1200x675.png)
BREAKING: Sexual assault at Jenkins Hall
A new incident occurred within the first week of the semester at Jenkins Hall