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Safety on their mind

Ashley Evans
October 1, 2007

Editor's note: Part one of a three-part series focusing on women's issues of safety and assault. With women's safety in mind, the Women's Resource Center has pledged to promote Sexual Assault Awareness...

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Trustees vote to give Gonzalez, 27 other CSU executives raises

Ashley Evans
September 25, 2007

The California State University Board of Trustees voted today to give 28 of its highest ranking executives pay raises, according to a California Faculty Association press release. All 23 campus presidents...

University, professor named in lawsuit

Ashley Evans
September 16, 2007

A Sacramento State graduate student and mother of three has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against one of her former professors and claims that administration failed to take appropriate steps to remedy...

Student files suit against professor

Ashley Evans
June 21, 2007

A Sacramento State graduate student and mother of three has filed a sexual harassment lawsuit against one of her former professors and claims that administration failed to take appropriate steps to remedy...

Pay raise too little for some professors

Ashley Evans
May 26, 2007

After two years of unpredictable and, at times, tense negotiations, the California Faculty Association has secured its members a 20.7 percent base salary increase with the possibility of a 4 percent additional...

Committee ratifies systemwide faculty raises

Ashley Evans
May 21, 2007

Faculty members across the state inched closer to a pay raise as the California State University Board of Trustees' Committee on Collective Bargaining voted today to ratify its latest contract proposal,...

Center helps tackle assaults

Ashley Evans
May 14, 2007

Editor's note: This concludes a three-part series on women's safety. As of 2006, the total number of reported rapes and sexual assaults has fallen 69 percent since 1993, according to the Rape, Abuse and...

New bill could ease student fees

Ashley Evans
May 14, 2007

Junior criminal justice major Jessica Clark said she would do anything for a free ride through her college education. "Well, almost anything," Clark said. Sophomore engineering major Rob Wallace said he...

CFA looks for new chapter president

Ashley Evans
May 10, 2007

The Sacramento State chapter of the California Faculty Association may experience a major facelift during the 2007-08 academic year, as assistant professor of criminal justice Timothy Capron and current...

CFA ratifies faculty contract

Ashley Evans
May 9, 2007

The California Faculty Association announced today that after two years of negotiations and three days of voting, it overwhelmingly voted to ratify the California State University system's contract proposal,...

Faculty easily ratifies new contract

Ashley Evans
May 7, 2007

The California Faculty Association announced Monday that after nearly two years of erratic negotiations and three days of voting, it overwhelmingly voted to ratify the California State University's latest...

Campus counselors answer concerns

Ashley Evans
May 2, 2007

The April 16 massacre at Virginia Tech marked the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history, when senior English major Seung-Hui Cho shot and killed 33 people, including himself. Two weeks later, Sacramento...

Faculty vote ‘no’ on Gonzalez

Ashley Evans
April 30, 2007

After two weeks of voting, the majority of Sacramento State faculty members approved a vote of no-confidence in President Alexander Gonzalez on Friday, said Faculty Senate Chair Michael Fitzgerald. Fitzgerald...

Lofty Living

Ashley Evans
April 25, 2007

For many students, the offer of fully furnished units, paid utilities, high ceilings, a community clubhouse and easy access to the Sacramento State campus and surrounding restaurants sounds like a dream....

Gonzalez fires back in letter

Ashley Evans
April 25, 2007

With a no-confidence vote looming over him, Sacramento State President Alexander Gonzalez sent out an open letter to the campus community on April 10. In the letter Gonzalez responded to issues brought...

Men’s program looks for calm

Ashley Evans
April 25, 2007

Editor's note: Part two of a three-part series focusing on women's issues of safety and assault. Rob Lucas, a senior recreation and leisure studies major, is driven by compassion and the hope that someday,...

Tragedy prompts campus concerns

Ashley Evans
April 25, 2007

Virginia Tech experienced the deadliest shooting rampage in U.S. history as Cho Seung-hui, a senior from South Korea, opened fire in a dorm and classroom on Monday, killing at least 32 people, according...

Seminar helps students prepare for college

Ashley Evans
April 16, 2007

In an effort to educate junior high and high school students on the realities of higher learning and the University of California and California State University systems, Sacramento State Outreach Services...

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Gonzalez responds to no-confidence referendum

Ashley Evans
April 16, 2007

In his second interview since hearing of the Sacramento State Faculty Senate's decision to hold a no-confidence referendum, President Alexander Gonzalez spoke to The State Hornet about his initial reaction...

Student dies after skateboard accident

Ashley Evans
April 11, 2007

Sacramento State student Casey M. Raffaelli, a talented artist, avid skateboarder and rowing enthusiast, died on March 22 after succumbing to head injuries sustained in a skateboarding accident. He was...

Bill looks to halt creditor freebies

Ashley Evans
April 11, 2007

The days of small incentives and free gifts to college students who fill out credit card applications may be numbered. San Jose Assemblyman Joe Coto introduced "The College Student Credit Protection Act"...

English, math skills lacking

Ashley Evans
March 30, 2007

In 2004, following a 10-percent drop in the number of students who needed remedial classes, the California State University governing board was inspired to set an ambitious goal: Have 90 percent of its...

Career fair offers possibilities for criminal justice majors

Ashley Evans
March 21, 2007

From the Sacramento County Probation Department to the Sacramento Police Department, the career fair provided criminal justice majors and others with law enforcement related job opportunities and information....

University Village gets new project manager

Ashley Evans
March 14, 2007

After nearly two years of development and planning, new Project Manager Tim Dean announced that University Village is on track for a 2009 opening. Dean said that University Enterprises is expecting the...

Spring career fair draws large crowd

Ashley Evans
March 13, 2007

An estimated 860 students gathered Wednesday in the University Union Ballroom to attend Sacramento State's 25th bi-annual job fair. Event Coordinator Shari Gonzalez said the fair, which ran from 10:00...

Speech center helps others find their voice

Ashley Evans
March 4, 2007

Nearly 57 years after its initial introduction, Sacramento State's Maryjane Rees Language, Speech and Hearing Center continues to help in the growth, acceptance and progression of students with speech...

Historic Chicano poster art vandalized in Library, again

Ashley Evans
February 27, 2007

History has repeated itself as yet another Royal Chicano Air Force poster was vandalized in the University Library Gallery. Some fear the vandalism may have been ethnically motivated. Gallery Assistant...

Students: Lost in negotiation translation

Ashley Evans
February 27, 2007

While students may not have a direct say in how contract negotiations are going, or even what the final decision will be, it is clear that the administration and the California Faculty Association both...

Junior faculty ask for fair pay

Ashley Evans
February 20, 2007

Nearly six months after applying for pay increases, close to 200 junior faculty members are still waiting for a response. Sacramento State administration presented the applications, which were sent in...

Doctor, doctor, give me news

Ashley Evans
February 20, 2007

Sacramento State's proposed independent doctorate program would offer lower tuition fees compared to private universities if approved, said Edmund Lee, department chair and professor of educational leadership...

ASI’s retreat idea-filled

Ashley Evans
February 7, 2007

Associated Students Inc.'s annual board retreat provided an opportunity for all ASI officers to measure the organization's progress and establish goals for the spring semester. "The priorities that were...

Parking with Class

Ashley Evans
February 6, 2007

Sacramento State students and faculty members are now parking with class using University Transportation and Parking Service's new "convenience parking" that has been operating since Jan. 29. UTAPS Director...

Faculty contract reaches deadlock

Ashley Evans
January 24, 2007

As negotiations for a new contract come to a halt, members of the California Faculty Association and the California State University Employees Union question whether negotiators for the California State...

Three CSUs get grants

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

In order to improve science, mathematics and special education programs, California State Universities Long Beach, Fullerton and Dominguez Hills were awarded a combined total of nearly $5.1 million through...

Two Sac State debate team wins semifinals

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

Two of Sacramento State's top debate teams will go to Pepperdine University on Friday after placing first in the Santa Rosa Junior College Invitational Debate Tournament. Both teams moved on to the semifinal...

CFA mad over CSU placed ads

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

California Faculty Association is frustrated over the placement of what it believes are misleading and inaccurate ads by the California State University, said California Faculty Association President John...

Fall fair welcomes all organizations, raises awareness

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

The annual Black Fall Welcome fair kicked off on Tuesday with nearly 15 organizations in attendance. Among those in attendance were a number of sororities, fraternities and clubs looking to recruit new...

CFA heads anti-Arnold event

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

As the cost of student tuition fees increase, California Faculty Association members took action by launching a campaign against Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The anti-Arnold event, which was held in the...

Career Center launches new online tool

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

The Career Center has gone high-tech with its new program, Career Connection, by allowing students and employers alike to post, view and respond to job openings, internships and resumes online. The website...

ASI to promote campus voting event

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

As the November gubernatorial election approaches, Associated Students Inc. is setting out to recruit voters at a voter registration event. The voter registration process will begin with a three-day introductory...

University review moves to Phase 2

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

As Sacramento State continues with the second phase of its reaccredidation through the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Academic Affairs is encouraging Sac State staff and faculty members to...

Faculty’s anti-Arnold campaign launched

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

With rising tuition, California Faculty Association members are taking action by launching a campaign against Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger. The campaign started on Sept. 18 and will end on Oct. 18. Participants...

Gerth clarifies CSU pay scandal

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

As teachers fight for pay increases and better benefits, a number of former California State University presidents and administrators receive additional compensation long after leaving the CSU system....

Faculty fights for spots

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

As construction of Parking Structure III continues, the idea of a student-only parking structure doesn't sit well with a number of Sacramento State faculty and staff members. Up until this point complaints...

Identity theft occurs in class

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

Identity theft is a growing problem everywhere, even on college campuses, said Katrina Sullivan, a telephone service representative for Identity Theft Protection Services. And it has hit home. Two unidentified...

Skating welcoming event to be held on Friday

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

A night of skating titled "Every Body Get Ya Roll On," presented by the Cooper-Woodson College Student Association, is scheduled for 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 6 at Kings Skate Country with admission ranging...

Hazing could become felony if signed to law

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

A number of colleges andparents, as well as sorority and fraternity members are taking steps to bring an end to the long held tradition of hazing. Debbie Smith, an office manager and a mother, is among...

Family, friends remember former director of SSWD

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

A public memorial service for Patricia Sonntag was held on Monday at the University Union's Ballroom. She was 63 years old. "Pat is best known for her passion, her advocacy, her generosity, her dedication...

Facebook says sorry

Ashley Evans
January 7, 2007

New features on Facebook - an online community geared toward high school and college students - have stirred up a debate. The features, known as news feeds or mini-feeds, went into effect last week and...

Task force to shine light on university budgetary process

Ashley Evans
December 29, 2006

After weeks of tension, President Alexander Gonzalez, administrators and the Faculty Senate have reached an agreement concerning task force expectations and members to oversee the university budget. While...

A patient with no need for MediCare

Ashley Evans
December 6, 2006

Sacramento State nursing students were recently introduced to a new patient in the form of SimMan, a high-tech and semi-functional simulated mannequin. SimMan received his official initiation into the...

CSUS administration grants 17 faculty members pay increases

Ashley Evans
December 6, 2006

After nearly seven months of waiting, Sacramento State administrators have finally responded to the junior faculty's demands for pay increases. Associate Vice President of Public Affairs Frank Whitlatch...

Renaissance Society looks into elder issues

Ashley Evans
December 2, 2006

Health care legislation, retirement, human rights and cost of living were part of a discussion Friday at Mendocino Hall. The lecture, which was arranged by The Renaissance Society, was attended by about...

Expired contracts open strike possibilities

Ashley Evans
November 29, 2006

With California State University faculty contracts expiring Thursday, some fear that a systemwide strike may follow. CSU faculty members go through times of uncertainty like this periodically, said immediate...

Union website criticizes CSU actions

Ashley Evans
November 29, 2006

Geared toward investigating the actions of California State University (CSU) administrators, the California Faculty Association recently launched a new website called "CSI:CSU," a take-off of the CBA hit...

CSU budget for 2007-08 one step closer to approval

Ashley Evans
November 17, 2006

California State University Board of Trustees gathered to vote on the proposed $4.5 billion budget for the 2007-08 school year in Long Beach on Tuesday and Wednesday . The $4.5 billion budget, which was...

Show me the money

Ashley Evans
November 15, 2006

Recently, I saw a report on ESPN that scholarship athletes at Duke University receive stipends that supersede the amount of money that is in the actual agreement of the scholarship. In other words, student athletes at Duke University get paid.

Thanks to Shane Battier, Duke?s star basketball player who is also involved in student government, the Blue Devil?s have broken the mold, and gotten themselves some thicker wallets. .

Paying college athletes has always been a topic of debate, and for obvious reasons. I mean, they are being paid by way of an education. Aren?t they? .

The fact is, the athletes are a very marketable product, and they help generate millions of dollars into the already phat bank accounts of their University. However, their status as amateurs prevents them from seeing any of that money first hand. They have to live off a scholarship that has them digging in the bottom of the couch on the weekend so that they can scrape up enough change to buy a Big Gulp. .

It doesn?t seem right does it? .

I think that scholarship athletes should see a bit of the profit that they generate for their school. It would help prevent them from violating their agreement, such as accepting gifts from an agent, coach or a member of the alumni. It may keep some of the underclassmen, who always seem in such a hurry to get their payday, from dropping out of school to pursue the pros. Maybe some would even graduate. Now that?s a nice thought. .

However, despite all these wonderful reasons to pay athletes, I don?t think that every school should take part in paying their athletes. For example, I don?t think that the scholarship athletes at Sac State should get paid. .

It?s not that they don?t deserve it. They are the reason that Hornet Gym and Fred Anderson field are covered in advertisement. They are the reason that people from the community dip into their wallets to buy a ticket. But, before Sac State should even consider such a thing, they need to save up some cash to get new sports facilities here on campus. We need it, and the students probably won?t vote for it if they have to pay for the whole thing. .

Our basketball gym, despite the renovations put into it, isn?t cuttin? the cheese. Why would a top-notch star want to come here and play in front of a packed attendance of 1,000? He wouldn?t. He?d go where the action is; to the school that has a stadium where 10,000 plus fans roar his name for 40 minutes a night. He?d go where he is treated like a king, and has the facility to match. .

Well, I guess it doesn?t really matter that much. It?s just our campus, right? Who cares about having sports programs that people want to watch. It wouldn?t be all that exciting to see Sac State playing on national TV. Or would it? .

I would love to see Sac State on ESPN, battling it out with a top-ranked team. I would love it even more if that game were broadcast live, here at Sac State, with a sold-out crowd yelling at the top of their lungs. .

The only thing I have left to say is a quote from "A Field of Dreams": "Build it, and they will come." .

Comments? E-mail [email protected].

Policy aims to diversify

Ashley Evans
November 15, 2006

Sacramento State's Faculty Senate is proposing that changes be made to the university's current Affirmative Action policy in regards to hiring faculty members ?" a motion that is getting mixed reviews....

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