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(L-R) Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, Laura De la Garza Garcia, Lexa Estrella and Salma Pacheco are four out of five ASI board members that are of hispanic descent. The women hope to be role models to other young women through their leadership role at Sac State. (Graphic created on Canva by Alexis Hunt and Mercy Sosa)
Today’s student voice, tomorrow’s role models
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen speaking to students about COVID-19 policies on Sept. 3, 2020. The State Hornet spoke with Nelsen on Sept. 23, 2022, about the university’s response to antisemitism on campus. Photo by Rahul Lal, Graphic by Tony Rodriguez.
Q&A: How Sac State is responding to campus antisemitism
(L-R) Christopher Towler, Rose Soza War Soldier, Timothy Fong and Secretary of State Shirley Weber were sitting in Hinde Auditorium on Sept. 28, 2022 during the Voting Rights Town Hall. The panel discussed topics such as the history of voting and the importance of understanding voting as not only a right, but a responsibility.
Secretary of State educates students on voter suppression
Fourth-year exercise science major Natallie Melgoza (left) and fourth-year pre-medicine major Paola Garcia (right) pose by the Sac State library on Sept. 20, 2022. The two women are the founders of the Girl Gains chapter at Sac State.
Sac State club empowers female strength in the gym
A symbol of hate speech graffitied on a tunnel ceiling near the campus Arboretum on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022. State Hornet staffers discovered the graffiti during an investigation of a separate hate speech symbol announced by President Nelsen.
BREAKING: State Hornet discovers unseen Nazi symbols found in university Arboretum
(L-R) Jessica Rosenberg, Gabriella Einaga, MaryAnne Goodman, Yumi Kitade and Christy Bartlett from the Urasenke Foundation San Francisco inside the Sacramento State Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room located inside the University Library on Thursday, Sept.29, 2022. Tea gatherings are held throughout the semester and provide students the opportunity to learn about Urasenke Tradition Tea.
The Way of Tea: Sac State students gather for traditional Japanese ceremony
William “Skip” Bishop returns to Sacramento State as the director of the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) and Title IX coordinator after leaving the university in Oct. 2021. Bishop was one of four Black administrators to leave Sac State in 2021 while the university was forming its anti-racism plan. Graphic created in Canva. Photo of Bishop courtesy of Sac State.
‘[Don’t] walk away’: Former administrator’s return to Sac State receives mixed emotions
Pride Center coordinator Tranh Pham (middle right) and other students at the Pride Center on Tuesday, Sept 20, 2022. “Im really grateful that I am privileged to have amazing staff and volunteers and community members in the pride center who are adding to the collective wisdom and experience other students get to have,” Pham said.
‘A dream come true’: Sac State’s Pride Center puts on events to promote inclusivity
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Fourth-year exercise science major Natallie Melgoza (left) and fourth-year pre-medicine major Paola Garcia (right) pose by the Sac State library on Sept. 20, 2022. The two women are the founders of the Girl Gains chapter at Sac State.
Sac State club empowers female strength in the gym
Sacramento State’s annual Job & Internship Fair brought students into the University Union Ballroom on Sept. 27, 2022. The event gave Hornets the opportunity to meet with potential employers about internship and job opportunities in the greater Sacramento area. (Graphic made in Canva by Alexis Hunt)
Hornets for hire: Job and internship fair provides opportunity for student employment
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.
The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years
Third-year business administration major Felipe Carrillo stands in front of the Welcome Center on Sept. 16. The Welcome Center will have a voting center available from Nov. 5 through Election Day Nov. 8.
Preparing Sac State students to vote in the upcoming midterm election
Sixth-year art education major Selena Rios Brown poses in the University Union Sept. 13, 2022. She frequently gives away items such as clothing with the help of the Hornet Reuse app.
Sac State app aids campus community with free item exchange
(L-R) Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, Laura De la Garza Garcia, Lexa Estrella and Salma Pacheco are four out of five ASI board members that are of hispanic descent. The women hope to be role models to other young women through their leadership role at Sac State. (Graphic created on Canva by Alexis Hunt and Mercy Sosa)
Today’s student voice, tomorrow’s role models
Newly elected ASI Government candidates pose for a group picture following the announcement of the voting results on Thursday April 7, 2022. The candidates will be serving their term from 2022-2023.
Sac State ASI election winners announced after voting draws 9.6% turnout
Sarah Budean, a junior with an undeclared major, sits in front of the University Union on Monday, April 4, 2022. Though she said she didn’t know much about the upcoming ASI board elections, Budean offered her thoughts on what an ideal candidate should do to earn more votes.
Rock the vote? Students know little to nothing about ASI elections
Elaine Vang, who is majoring in public health studies at Sacramento State, studies at the AIRC at Sac State on Feb. 21. Vang said she used the previous HEERF grant funds to pay for bills and textbooks. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
CHA-CHING: Final HEERF grant to be distributed to Sac State students
Sacramento State Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills discusses grants for students in the spring 2022 semester at an Associated Students Inc. meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021. The university will be disbursing $20 million total to students after the fourth week of the semester.
Sac State students will receive another HEERF grant in spring 2022
Mendocino Hall is located on the east side of campus of Sacramento State as pictured on Sept. 22, 2022. In an interview with The State Hornet, Shelly Zalezniak, president of the Israeli-Jewish Association, said one of the two swastikas found on Sacramento State’s campus was close to her club table during club week.
Past swastika on campus found nearby Jewish student club table
Second-year business major Shelly Zalezniak stands in front of the Riverfront Center on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. Zalezniak said students outside of her club reached out to her after the swastikas were found, showing support for the Jewish community on campus.
‘An attack on us is an attack on everybody’: Facing antisemitism in Sacramento
The man arrested in the chase drove through the on-campus apartment complex dodging buildings and pedestrians on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Sacramento sheriffs followed the suspect into the Hornet Commons parking lot before making an arrest.
Man arrested after leading police in high-speed chase through student living
(Left to right) Sacramento State Police Department Lieutenant Christina Lofthouse, Chief Chet Madison Jr. and Lieutenant Harvey Woo speak at the department’s “meet the chief event” in Sac State’s University Union on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021. Madison discussed incidents of excessive force on campus and talked about being accessible to the campus community. Photo of Lofthouse, Madison and Woo by Kris Hall. Background photo by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva by Ayaana Williams.
Sac State police Chief Chet Madison addresses concerns in public dialogue at forum
Chet Madison Jr., Sacramento State Police Department’s new chief, speaks with The State Hornet regarding his plans for the department on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021. Students say they want Madison to focus on anti-racism, safety and outreach to the campus community.
Sac State Police Chief Chet Madison Jr. responds to anti-racism, police brutality
Protestors stand in solidarity on the steps of the California State Capitol on Wednesday Sept. 21, 2022. The protesters urge Gov. Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 2183, which was endorsed by President Biden, according to a statement on Sept. 4.
GALLERY: Swipe to see the United Farm Workers efforts at the California State Capitol Building
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
David Moore parado fuera del Salón Tahoe de Sacramento State el viernes, Nov. 12, 2021. Como uno de los único profesores Afro-Americano en la administración de negocio en Sac State, Moore dijo que él ha experienciado más “frío en aislamiento” después de hablar sobre su experiencia siendo perfilado racialmente.
‘Dejen de tener miedo’: Facultad Afro-Americano urge a Sac State a llamar al racismo en campus
[FILE PHOTO]Freshman Midfielder Danny Govea handles the ball at home vs. LMU on Sept. 8th, 2022. Sac State will return to Hornet Stadium vs. CSU Northridge on Oct. 5 at 3 p.m.
Sac State drops third match of the year to UCSD 3-2
The Sac State offensive line squared up against Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Saturday, Oct.1, 2022, at Alex G. Spanos Stadium The Hornets got out to their second 4-0 start in school history with a commanding 49-21 win over the Mustangs Saturday.
RECAP: Sac State advances to 4-0 for second time in program history
Men’s soccer head coach Michael Linenberger leads his team in practice Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Hornet Practice Field. Sac State is hunting a return to the Big West Tournament as well as an NCAA Tournament berth.
Men’s soccer opens conference play with lofty expectations
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
[FILE]: Sac State junior forward Michael Gonzalez dribbles the ball through the Loyola Marymount University defense on Sept. 8 in a 2-1 win for the Hornets. Gonzalez is tied for second on the team with two goals scored this season.
Sac State men’s soccer win first conference match 1-0 to CSU Bakersfield
[L-R] Sac State athletic director Mark Orr and newly hired Sac State men’s basketball coach David Patrick pose with a jersey during a press conference Tuesday April 12, 2022 at the Sac State Welcome Center. Patrick is set to lead the Hornet program after most recently serving as an assistant with the Oklahoma Sooners last season.
Sac State formally introduces David Patrick as new men’s basketball head coach
Newly hired Sacramento State head coach David Patrick on the sideline coaching his team in a photo released by Sac State athletics Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Patrick was announced as the Hornets’ next head coach Tuesday after previously serving as a lead assistant with University of Oklahoma.
Sacramento State announces David Patrick as next head men’s basketball coach
[FILE PHOTO] Interim head coach Brandon Laird during practice Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, in The Nest at Sacramento State. Lairds contract expired on March 31 as Sac State has finalized a deal with David Patrick to become their next head coach.
‘What’s done is done’: former interim Sac State basketball coach calls out athletic director for mishandling of his departure as head coach
[FILE PHOTO] David Patrick coaching with Oklahoma Sooners in a photo sent by Hornet Athletics Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. Patrick is finalizing a deal to become head coach of Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team per report.
REPORT: Sac State men’s basketball team hiring former Oklahoma assistant coach as next head coach
Interim head coach Brandon Laird walking near the bench Thurs., Feb. 26, 2022 against the Idaho Vandals. Laird is being considered heavily for the head coaching vacancy if he chooses to apply.
Sac State men’s basketball set to launch search for next coach
The 2022 Seniors (L-R) Keith Torres, Trevor Doyle, Martin Vincelli-Simard, Brady Rodriguez, Dawsen Bacho, Brady Rodriguez, Steven Moretto and Nick Iwasa pose at John Smith Field on Sunday, May 15, 2022 as they were honored during Senior Day. “There’s a lot of memories you have with these guys,” Hornet manager Reggie Christiansen said. “Some of these guys have been here six years.”
SERIES RECAP: Hornets take three from Utah Valley in first conference sweep
Sophomores Cesar Valero (left) and Josh Rolling pose in a tree near the River Front Center on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Both Valero and Rolling transferred to Sac State as sophomores and have found a spot in the Hornets lineup.
Sac State baseball sparks friendship for two slugging sophomores
Dawson Bacho posing in the bleachers at the Sac State baseball field. Bacho is set to graduate this spring after a tremendous career at Sac State.
Living The Dream: How baseball impacted Dawsen Bacho and his family
[FILE PHOTO] Sophomore pitcher Eli Saul throws against California Baptist on Friday, April 29, 2022 at John Smith Field. Saul threw his first complete game in a 121-pitch effort in Fridays win over Grand Canyon University.
SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball couldn’t hold lead Sunday, drop two-of-three to GCU
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
The Sac State offensive line squared up against Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Saturday, Oct.1, 2022, at Alex G. Spanos Stadium The Hornets got out to their second 4-0 start in school history with a commanding 49-21 win over the Mustangs Saturday.
RECAP: Sac State advances to 4-0 for second time in program history
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
Redshirt freshman quarterback Dorian Hale fires up a deep throw as the starting defense rushes after him during practice on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. Sac State is seeking their first 4-0 start for the second time in program history.
PREVIEW: Sac State Football opens Big Sky Conference play against Cal Poly
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado State
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
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 womens team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
[FILE PHOTO]Freshman Midfielder Danny Govea handles the ball at home vs. LMU on Sept. 8th, 2022. Sac State will return to Hornet Stadium vs. CSU Northridge on Oct. 5 at 3 p.m.
Sac State drops third match of the year to UCSD 3-2
Men’s soccer head coach Michael Linenberger leads his team in practice Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Hornet Practice Field. Sac State is hunting a return to the Big West Tournament as well as an NCAA Tournament berth.
Men’s soccer opens conference play with lofty expectations
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
[FILE]: Sac State junior forward Michael Gonzalez dribbles the ball through the Loyola Marymount University defense on Sept. 8 in a 2-1 win for the Hornets. Gonzalez is tied for second on the team with two goals scored this season.
Sac State men’s soccer win first conference match 1-0 to CSU Bakersfield
Sac State’s junior forward Austin Wehner gets ready to go on for the ball, taking on University of San Francisco junior defender Elias Thomas at the Hornet Field on Thursday, Sept. 22. Wehner played 81 minutes versus the Dons and has played a total of 547 minutes this season.
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
Freshman shortstop Nikki Barboza posing at Shea Stadium on Monday, May 16, 2022. Barboza has a batting average of .316 this season.
Sac State softball shortstop thrived in her first season despite the positional switch
Junior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitches against Southern Utah University at Shea Stadium on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Bertuccio was nearly unhittable this weekend as she threw a no-hitter in her first win; she threw five scoreless innings in her second win to complete the sweep.
No-hitter! Sac State softball team sweeps Southern Utah University
[File Photo] Junior second baseman Rylee Gresham lays down a bunt against Portland State. Gresham was able to score a run this weekend as a pinch-runner against Weber State.
Sacramento State softball swept on the road by Weber State
Lewa Day rounds the bases as she hits her 12th home run of the season against the University of Montana on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Shea Stadium. Day had five hits in 10 plate appearances.
Breaking records! Sac State softball sweeps University of Montana
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 States 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
Setter Ashtin Olin sets the ball for teammates Bridgette Smith or Sarah Falk to spike during the third set of Sacramento State’s last game at home against Portland State University at the Nest Sunday, March 13, 2021. The Hornets lost the match against Portland State with a final score of 3-1.
SWARM REPORT MARCH 13: Rough day for Sac State sports, all teams lose
Maddy Ferreros stands in front of the Sac State tennis court after finishing her training on April 20, 2022. She was named the Big Sky Conference womens tennis co-player of the week on April 5, 2022.
Sacramento State women’s tennis newcomer gleams in first season
Sac State junior Ori Maior serving against Montana State Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the Bobcat-Anderson Tennis Center. The Hornets dropped their regular-season finale against the Bobcats 7-0.
Sac State’s Men’s Tennis suffers massive loss at Montana State
Sac State sophomore Rudolfs Aksenoks returns a serve to teammate Mate Voros on the other side of the court, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, Asenoks is 4-0 this season in singles matches.
PREVIEW: Sac State’s men’s tennis team faces Saint Mary’s after two straight losses.
Freshmen Rudolfs Aksenoks and Jan Silva fist bumping during their doubles set against Saint Mary’s Friday, March 12, at the Sac State tennis courts. The men’s tennis team lost the match 4-1.
Sac State men’s tennis continues struggle of recruiting U.S. players
Senior forward Julia Herrera plays keep away against Eastern Washington player Brittany Deldrige in the opening of Big Sky Conference play Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Sac State soccer stadium. Herrera claimed 1 of the 5 total shots taken by Sac State.
Swarm Report March 19: All wins and ties for Sac State teams on Friday
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
The Sac State volleyball team celebrates near the net after scoring against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets got out to a 2-0 start in Big Sky conference play after a 3-0 victory against the Bengals.
Sac State volleyball gets 3-0 victory in sweep at home against Idaho State
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Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
Senior middle blocker Cianna Andrews poses with a ball in hand inside the Sacramento State volleyball team’s practice gym on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2021. Andrews recently returned to the team after recovering from an injury and was named Big Sky defensive player of the week in October.
Sac State volleyball player finds ‘structure’ and ‘fulfillment’ in sport
Sacramento State volleyball’s sophomore middle blocker Kalani Hayes (12) and sophomore outside hitter Bridgette Smith (8) face off with Portland State senior setter Ally Wada (4) at the Hornets Nest on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. The Hornets were eliminated from the Big Sky tournament in a 3-2 loss against Portland State in the Big Sky conference tournament hosted in Utah on Thursday.
Sac State volleyball knocked out of Big Sky tournament by Portland State
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
Guests are drawing using crayons on Sept. 24, 2022. This room gives guests an opportunity to draw or color in Van Gogh’s work.
Art comes to life at West Sacramento exhibit
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Joshua Livingston (left) playing a tournament match of Smash Brothers Ultimate against Jorge Costilla (right) at the games room on Friday Sept. 16, 2022. Few players were remaining as the competition was winding down.
Sac State’s Games Room tournaments are back in action!
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Guests are drawing using crayons on Sept. 24, 2022. This room gives guests an opportunity to draw or color in Van Gogh’s work.
Art comes to life at West Sacramento exhibit
Fourth-year students Andrew Diaz and Veronika Akopyan admire the behind-the-scenes photos in the exhibit on Sept. 19, 2022. The artwork was made by kids as young as six months.
From little hands come big ideas: More Than Just Scribbles showcases children’s art
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Raven Vance, an anthropology major in her junior year, stands next to her soap and bath products at the Stinger Expo on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Vance said that while bath bombs are usually the top sellers, her bar soaps were her most popular item at the event.
Inaugural Stinger Expo brings student entrepreneurship market to campus
Students take a break in between classes to paint on a long roll of paper in the Kadema Hall Courtyard on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Professors would stop by and draw as well or just look at the drawings the students had made.
Sac State’s first Pause & Paint provides a creative break from school stressors
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
The Black History Month Arts & Crafters Event at The Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg, California on Sunday. Black artists and crafters appear at the show, as well as food vendors and wine tasting.
Celebrating Black History Month with arts, food and music at the Mill
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Customers order from Boba Loca inside the Arden Fair mall May 5, 2021. Workers, including assistant manager Lillian Phan, on the left behind the counter, push tea out to waiting customers.
“We’ve had to call security”: Sacramento boba shops brace for boba shortage, backlash
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Hosts Nijzel Dotson and Keyshawn Davis break down the latest single from Kendrick Lamars new album on this new episode of Keys N D Minor. (Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
‘The Heart Part 5’, ‘It’s Dry,’ ‘I Never Liked You’, ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’: KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCAST
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
Jorja Smith performs on the Blume stage at Discovery Park in Sacramento on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Smith is an English singer-songwriter who was one of four women headliners at Sol Blume festival this year. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
GALLERY: Music for the soul to blossom
Lead actress McKenna Sennett sits on a bench in front of Shasta Hall theater on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Sac State’s production of “Hamlet” runs from April 1 to April 10 and can be attended in the theater.
‘To be or not to be’: Meet the leading lady of Sac State’s ‘Hamlet’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
Gabriel (Anthony M. Person) calls on St. Peter to open the pearly gates at the close of ‘Fences’. Left to Right: Cathleen Riddley, Anthony M. Person, J’cyn Crawley, Sincee J. Daniels. (Photo courtesy of Cindy Lawton)
REVIEW: August Wilson’s ‘Fences’ at Sacramento Theatre Company
Isela Ortiz graduated from Sac State in 2012 with a journalism degree and is the founder and owner of Sac Dance Lab. The studio provides classes in commercial dance which were once exclusively available in larger cities like Los Angeles. Photos taken by Marin Perego. Graphic created in Canva by Marin Perego.
How a Sac State alumna moved from journalism to choreography
Graphic created in Canva by Alex Muegge
Finding gender identity through theater: THE FANATIC FULCRUM
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
Ghostface returns in the 2022 “Scream” reboot/sequel in one of the most violent and brutal incarnations of the character the series has ever seen. The series has had its ups and downs overall in terms of critical and fan reception, but the new ‘requel’ film has proven to be generally well-received. (Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: The “Scream” franchise ranked from worst to best.
This year, there are 10 movies nominated for the Best Picture award. The Best Picture is known to be the highest honor at the Oscars.
OPINION- “And the Oscar goes to”: Sac State students weigh in on the best movies of 2021
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
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
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
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Graduation FAQ, Best of Sac State, mental health and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Former Sacramento State receiver Isiah Hennie tries to juke University of Incarnate Word freshman cornerback Marquis Britten Sept. 9, 2017 at Hornet Stadium. Hennie has spent the last four years searching for an opprotunity to play professional football. (Photo by Matthew Nobert. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Newsletter editor Odin Rasco, opinion editor Kris Hall and audience engagement staffer Krys Shahin debate the worthiness of Scooby-Doo being named the best movie franchise in the 2022 edition of State Hornet March Madness. Scooby-Doo beat out the MCU in the finals by a wide margin. (Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)
Ruh Roh? Recapping the madness of State Hornet March Madness 2022: STATE HORNET BUZZED
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
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The best and worst cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Factory: STATE HORNET BUZZED
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Mexicos independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Mexico’s independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
A study by the Guttmacher Institute says that 68% of unintended pregnancies end in abortion, reflecting the strength of millions of women in their desire to avoid unplanned childbearing. . If the Supreme Court rules to overturn Roe v. Wade, it would disproportionately hurt low-income women (Illustration created through Canva by Anh Nguyen)
Opinion: Abortion restrictions won’t stop demand for women’s bodily rights
Women at Sacramento State walk around campus, their rights in the hands of a majority male US Senate, protected by a pro-choice California State Senate. Women at Sac State have more jurisdiction over their bodies than women in Texas, who have very little time to decide what’s best for them when they discover they are pregnant. Graphic made in Canva.
EDITORIAL: ‘Liberty and Justice for All’ means women, too
Joseph Castro speaks to Sacramento State over Zoom as well as in person during his first visit to the campus as Chancellor on Nov. 3, 2021. Castro lied about the constant Title IX violations of his Vice President of Student Affairs in order to become chancellor.
Editorial: Joseph Castro never deserved to be CSU Chancellor
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen addresses students in the crowd of California Faculty Association protestors at the University Union on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. Nelsen said he could not get involved in the bargaining of CFA’s contracts. Photo of Nelsen taken by John Cabales. Graphic created in Canva.
EDITORIAL: President Nelsen, we don’t accept your apology — you should resign
The State Hornet Editorial Board urges Sac State students to vote no on the California gubernatorial recall election that could see Gavin Newsom ousted from office should it succeed. The election will take place Tuesday, Sept. 14.
EDITORIAL: Sac State students, you must vote no on the California recall election
According to the CDC, people ages 18-29 are responsible for 22.4% of COVID-19 cases in the United States as of March 4. That is 4,836,514 cases, the highest of any age group in the U.S.
EDITORIAL: Please, get the COVID vaccine
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” premiered in theaters on May 6, 2022. The film is an essential part of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) timeline. Movie poster courtesy of Marvel Studios
Review: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
The titular Jason, played by C.J. Graham, after he is resurrected accidentally by Tommy Jarvis in “Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives.” After he is resurrected by lightning, Jason begins his rampage through the town of Forest Green, formerly known as Crystal Lake. (Courtesy of Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: Dying on the hill for ‘Jason Lives’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) spots Michael Myers (Chris Durand) outside the window of her California home in 1998’s “Halloween: H20 Twenty Years Later”. The film is an early example of a “legacy sequel”, or a follow-up film featuring new characters and plot threads from the original film it is based on. (Courtesy of Miramax)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: That other time ‘Halloween’ got a legacy sequel
Staff writer Jenelle Lum shows her appreciation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She hopes to work at Marvel Studios for the franchise one day.
Avengers, assemble! Why the MCU is one of the greatest movie franchises
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
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(From left to right) Desiree McFarland, Mia Settles-Tidwell and Alan Figueroa-Camarena discuss Sacramento State’s anti-racism plan at a Zoom panel hosted by Associated Students Inc. Student Social Justice and Equity Council on Monday, Nov. 29, 2021. Panelists talked about the implementation of the plan and the importance of creating an anti-racist campus. Photo in background by Max Connor. Photos of panelists by Kris Hall.

[Photo] Sac State ASI committee hosts forum discussing anti-racism plan, convocation delay

December 1, 2021

(From left to right) Desiree McFarland, Mia Settles-Tidwell and Alan Figueroa-Camarena discuss Sacramento State’s anti-racism plan at a Zoom panel hosted by Associated Students Inc. Student Social Justice...

Members from the California Faculty Association protested California State University Chancellor Joseph Castro’s visit to Sacramento State on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021, advocating for fair contracts for faculty. In the event’s open forum, students advocated for removing police from campus and for further anti-racism initiatives on campus.

CSU Chancellor faces faculty protests, anti-racism questions at Sac State during visit

California Faculty Association asks Joseph Castro for fair pay for faculty
November 4, 2021
The California Faculty Association protested California State University Chancellor Joseph Castro’s visit to Sacramento State on Wednesday, advocating for a fair contract for faculty as well as anti-racism initiatives.

STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special

October 30, 2021

On this episode of Buzzed:    News editor Camryn Dadey, Newsletter editor Isabelle Juarez, DEI editor Emma Hall, and A&E staffer Zach Cimaglio discuss, debate and rank popular Halloween...

STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs

October 27, 2021

On this episode of Buzzed: Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker, managing editor Magaly Muñoz, digital editor Mercy Sosa, audience engagement editor Kaylin Flatland and news editor Camryn Dadey discuss and debate...

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Is your favorite Halloween candy good, bad, inedible or just ‘mid’?: STATE HORNET BUZZED

October 27, 2021

On this week’s spooky episode of Buzzed, we rank the most popular Halloween candies on a tier list to see which treats are the best and which ones are inedible. This week’s panel argues over how...

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Astrology signs — a fun way to connect with friends or completely pointless?: STATE HORNET BUZZED

October 18, 2021

Buzzed, The State Hornet’s variety show, returns for a third semester, and allows rotating panelists the opportunity to debate and discuss any topic, from food, to Marvel to Halloween stories. It's time...

A Facebook video posted May 1, 2020 went viral, showing Sacramento State professor Tim Ford and his wife Crystal Ford arguing with their neighbors. The State Hornet has compiled a timeline of instances of racism at Sac State. Graphic created in Canva.

TIMELINE: A look at the recent history of racism at Sac State

October 7, 2021
The State Hornet has compiled a timeline of instances of racism at Sac State and multiple resignations of Black administrators, as well as Sac State’s attempts to be an anti-racist campus.
Francis Yuen, faculty in social work, gets injected with his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by Austin Friedheim on Jan. 28, 2021 in the Brown Bag room in the Union. 88 Sacramento State students are not in compliance with the university’s COVID-19 vaccination certification policy, according to President Robert Nelsen.

88 Sac State students failed to meet COVID-19 vaccination certification deadline

Noncompliant students will be disenrolled from on-campus classes
September 30, 2021
88 Sacramento State students are not in compliance with the university’s COVID-19 vaccination certification policy and will be disenrolled from all face-to-face classes by Oct. 13, according to a SacSend from President Robert Nelsen.
Sacramento State students will receive another grant from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) in the first week of October, according to a SacSend email from President Robert Nelsen. The amount that students receive is dependent on their financial aid and the number of units they are enrolled in. (Graphic made in Canva by Chris Wong and Camryn Dadey)

Sac State students to receive third round of HEERF grants

Money expected to be distributed in first week of October
September 28, 2021
Sacramento State students will receive another grant from the Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund (HEERF) in the first week of October, according to a SacSend email from President Robert Nelsen.
FILE PHOTO: Catherine Nigro, registered nurse for the Student Health Center, prepares for the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to be distributed to students and faculty in the Brown Bag room in the Union on Jan. 28, 2021. Sac State Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills said that professors have “not yet” been emailed a list of their students who missed the COVID-19 vaccine certification deadline.

Sac State struggles to deny campus access to students who missed vaccination deadline

September 16, 2021
While 2,206 Sacramento State students have still failed to certify their COVID-19 vaccination status and are denied access to campus, Sac State Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills told The State Hornet that professors have “not yet” been emailed a list of their students who were now denied access to campus.
(File photo) Sacramento State students walking on campus by Mendocino Hall in September 2019. 4,306 Sac State students failed to meet the Sept. 13 deadline to self-certify their COVID-19 vaccination status, according to an email from Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills.

Sac State denies campus access to 4,306 students after failing to certify COVID-19 vaccination status

Students who fail to certify by Sept. 27 will have in-person courses administratively dropped
September 14, 2021
4,306 Sac State students failed to meet the Sept. 13 deadline to self-certify their COVID-19 vaccination status and are now denied access to campus, according to an email from Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills.
La Elección del Reemplazo de Gobernador de California va ser el 14 de Septiembre. Votantes podrán decidir si el gobernador Gavin Newsom será reemplazado de su cargo o finalizará su mandato, que se acaba el 2 de Enero, 2023.

FAQ: Lo Que Deben Saber Sobre La Elección del Reemplazo del Gobernador de California

September 10, 2021

Mientras que la elección del reemplazo del gobernador de California se acerca, El State Hornet compiló varias preguntas frecuentes sobre la reelección y cómo votar. Pregunta: ¿Cuándo es la reelección? Respuesta:...

California’s gubernatorial recall election will take place on Sept. 14. Voters will decide if Gov. Gavin Newsom will be removed from office or finish out his term, which ends Jan. 2, 2023. Graphic by Anh Nguyen in Canva.

FAQ: What to know about California’s gubernatorial recall election

September 8, 2021
As the California gubernatorial recall election approaches, The State Hornet compiled answers to frequently asked questions about the recall, how to vote and where to vote in Sacramento.
(File photo) Nursing student Carmel Stewart (right) receives her first dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine in the Brown Bag Room of the University Union on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021. The State Hornet compiled answers to frequently asked questions about the vaccine mandate and other COVID-19 safety protocols at Sac State.

FAQ: What to know about the COVID-19 vaccine mandate at Sac State

September 1, 2021
With the Sept. 13 deadline for Sac State students to certify their vaccination status quickly approaching, The State Hornet compiled answers to frequently asked questions about the vaccine mandate and other COVID-19 safety protocols on campus.
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen speaks about COVID-19 safety protocols on campus and the new anti-racism campus plan in his fall address on Aug. 25, 2021. As of last week, 48% of students and 40% faculty have certified their vaccination status, according to Nelsen. Photo taken via Zoom by Camryn Dadey.

Sac State President Robert Nelsen updates campus on COVID-19 protocols as fall semester approaches

48% of students certified vaccination status as of last week
August 25, 2021
Mask requirements, vaccine certifications, the anti-racism campus plan and more: Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen shared plans for the semester in his fall address Wednesday.
Chet Madison Jr. speaks at a virtual town hall discussing his candidacy for Sacramento State Chief of Police on May 20, 2021. Madison was announced as the new chief of the Sacramento State Police Department on Tuesday, according to Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer Jonathan Bowman. Photo taken via Zoom by Alec Ramey.

Sacramento County chief deputy named Sac State police chief

Chet Madison Jr. will begin on Sept. 1
August 17, 2021
Chet Madison Jr., a Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office chief deputy, has been named the new chief of the Sacramento State Police Department, according to Vice President for Administration and Chief Financial Officer Jonathan Bowman.
(Left to right) Deputy Chief of Rutgers University police Michael Rein, Sacramento County Sheriff Captain Todd Henry and Sacramento County Sheriff Chief Deputy Chet Madison Jr. speak at virtual town halls discussing their candidacies for Sacramento State Chief of Police. Current Chief Mark Iwasa announced in March that he would be retiring over the summer. Photos taken via Zoom by Erick Salgado, Emma Hall and Alec Ramey. Graphic made in Canva.

[Photo] 3 Sac State Chief of Police candidates selected, speak at town halls

May 21, 2021

(Left to right) Deputy Chief of Rutgers University police Michael Rein, Sacramento County Sheriff Captain Todd Henry and Sacramento County Sheriff Chief Deputy Chet Madison Jr. speak at virtual town halls...

William “Skip” Bishop and Melinda Wilson Ramey will serve as interim vice presidents for Sacramento State’s Division of Inclusive Excellence, according to a SacSend email sent by Sac State President Robert Nelsen on Friday, May 14, 2021. This announcement came two weeks after Nelsen announced current Vice President for Inclusive Excellence Diana Tate Vermeire is leaving the university as of May 21. Photos courtesy of Sacramento State. Graphic made in Canva.

Nelsen chooses interim vice presidents to lead Division of Inclusive Excellence

William “Skip” Bishop and Melinda Wilson Ramey to fill in
May 14, 2021
William “Skip” Bishop and Melinda Wilson Ramey will serve as interim vice presidents for Sacramento State’s division of inclusive excellence, according to a SacSend email sent by Sac State President Robert Nelsen on Friday.
Diana Tate Vermeire, Sacramento State vice president for inclusive excellence, is leaving the university May 21, 2021, according to a SacSend email sent by Sac State President Robert Nelsen. Vermeire accepted a new position as the senior vice president of strategy at the Schott Foundation for Public Education. Photo courtesy of Sacramento State.

Sac State vice president for inclusive excellence leaving university

April 30, 2021
Diana Tate Vermeire, Sacramento State’s vice president for inclusive excellence, is leaving the university May 21, 2021, according to a SacSend email sent by Sac State President Robert Nelsen.
(File photo) Austin Friedheim, nursing student at Sacramento State, fills the needle up with the COVID-19 vaccine to inject patients in the Brown Bag room in the Union on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2021. The California State University system will require faculty, staff and students who will be accessing campus facilities in fall 2021 to receive the COVID-19 vaccination after the Food and Drug administration gives approval, according to an email announcement by the CSU on Thursday.

CSU to require COVID-19 vaccination for fall 2021 semester

Requirement will be established upon FDA approval
April 22, 2021
The California State University system will require faculty, staff and students who will be accessing campus facilities in fall 2021 to receive the COVID-19 vaccination after the Food and Drug administration gives approval, according to an announcement by the CSU Thursday.
(File photo) Sacramento State students walking on campus by Mendocino Hall in September 2019. Students can now view proposed fall 2021 class schedules and course modalities on their Student Center, according to Provost Steve Perez.

Proposed fall 2021 class schedules for Sac State now visible on Student Center

April 16, 2021
Proposed fall 2021 class schedules and course modalities are now visible to Sacramento State students on their Student Center, according to Provost Steve Perez.
(Left to right) Samantha Elizalde and Michael Beller are both running to be Associated Students, Inc. President for the 2021-2022 school year. Voting in ASI elections takes place April 7 and 8 on the ASI website. Background photo by Shaun Holkko. Candidate photos by Michael Pacheco.

[Photo] ASI Board of Directors candidates share platforms ahead of elections

April 7, 2021

(Left to right) Samantha Elizalde and Michael Beller are both running to be Associated Students, Inc. President for the 2021-2022 school year. Voting in ASI elections takes place April 7 and 8 on the ASI...

PODCAST: Breaking Down the Walls: Future of ‘The Bachelor’ amid racism in franchise

PODCAST: Breaking Down the Walls: Future of ‘The Bachelor’ amid racism in franchise

March 19, 2021
This episode of opinion editor Magaly Muñoz’s chat podcast “Breaking Down the Walls” features co-news editors Mercy Sosa and Camryn Dadey reacting to the most recent season of “The Bachelor” and discussing the future of the franchise.
PODCAST: Fall 2021 hybrid options detailed

PODCAST: Fall 2021 hybrid options detailed

March 19, 2021
Happy Spring Break! Listen to today’s State Hornet Podcast detailing fall 2021’s hybrid course options and more, and tune in this weekend and after the break for more State Hornet Podcast Network content.
FILE PHOTO: Catherine Nigro, registered nurse for the student health center, prepares for the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine to be distributed to students and faculty in the Brown Bag room in the Union on Jan. 28, 2021. Sacramento County entered the red tier of COVID-19 restrictions Tuesday, allowing some businesses to open indoors with modifications, according to California’s COVID-19 informational website.

Sacramento County enters red tier of COVID-19 restrictions

Some businesses can now open indoors with modifications
March 16, 2021
Sacramento County entered the red tier of COVID-19 restrictions Tuesday, allowing some businesses to open indoors with modifications, according to California’s COVID-19 informational website.
Wayne Cheung, left, and Francisco De La Torre III, right, were sworn in to the Sacramento State Associated Students, Inc. Board of Directors on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021. Cheung and De La Torre filled the two remaining vacancies on the board. Screenshots taken by Michael Pacheco via Zoom.

[Photo] ASI appoints two new members to fill out remaining board vacancies

February 17, 2021

Wayne Cheung, left, and Francisco De La Torre III, right, were sworn in to the Sacramento State Associated Students, Inc. Board of Directors on Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021. Cheung and De La Torre filled the...

Montana Grizzlies guard Cameron Parker (11) attempts a layup over Sacramento State Hornets forward Samaad Hector (0) during the second half during the conference game at the Nest at Sac State Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021. Hector said he got sick and is awaiting COVID-19 test results.

Men’s basketball game canceled as player awaits COVID-19 test results

February 5, 2021
Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team cancelled their game on Saturday with UC San Diego after Sac State junior forward Samaad Hector said he got sick and is awaiting COVID-19 test results.
The Associated Students, Inc. Board of Directors appointed Samantha Elizalde to the position of executive vice president during its meeting Wednesday. Elizalde has served as vice president of academic affairs since fall 2020 and was appointed executive vice president following Donna Walters resignation from the position in November 2020. Photo taken via Zoom by Camryn Dadey.

ASI fills 2 vacant board positions before spring semester begins

Graduate studies director resigns over winter break, third ASI resignation of school year
January 21, 2021
Sacramento State’s Associated Students, Inc. filled 2 vacant positions on its Board of Directors after a third ASI director resigned over winter break.
The early move-outs prompted by the coronavirus leave the Riverview Hall plaza empty aside from two people pushing a wheeled moving cart on March 18, 2020. President Nelsen said 10% of residence hall students per week will undergo random COVID-19 surveillance tests in his spring address Thursday, and Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills said it will be voluntary.

Sac State residents will not be tested for COVID-19 weekly

10% of residents per week will undergo random surveillance testing
January 20, 2021
In an email to residents on Wednesday, Sacramento State University Housing Services will conduct mandatory no-cost COVID-19 testing for housing residents and weekly COVID-19 surveillance testing.
Samantha Elizalde, ASI Vice President of academic affairs, spoke in favor of offering a credit/no credit option to students in the fall semester during ASIs board meeting Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2020. The board approved a resolution supporting a credit/no credit option. Screenshot taken by Camryn Dadey via Zoom.

Sac State provost says it may be too late to implement credit/no credit

ASI approves resolution in support of credit/no credit option for fall semester
November 25, 2020
Sacramento State’s ASI Board of Directors approved a resolution in support of a credit/no credit option for the fall semester during its meeting Wednesday, but the provost of academic affairs said it may be too late in the semester for administration to implement.
Associated Students, Inc. executive Vice President Donna Walters resigned during the boards meeting Wednesday. Walters said her resignation was effective immediately and was resigning to focus on a new job opportunity. Photo courtesy of ASI

Sac State ASI executive vice president resigns effective Wednesday

Donna Walters said she resigned to focus on a new job opportunity
November 25, 2020
Sacramento State ASI’s executive vice president Donna Walters resigned from the board of directors effective today during its meeting Wednesday on Zoom.
PODCAST: Breaking updates on COVID-19 on campus

PODCAST: Breaking updates on COVID-19 on campus

November 23, 2020
This week on The State Hornet Podcast co-deputy news editor Camryn Dadey and podcast editor Robbie Pierce discuss breaking updates on COVID-19 on campus and how Sacramento State plans to even further reduce the number of people on campus.
Lisa Dalton, ASIs executive and board associate, and Lexie Tesch, a civic engagement coordinator for ASIs Office of Governmental Affairs, discuss their roles in ASIs 2020 Buzz the Ballot campaign. ASI registered 1,767 students to vote in the 2020 election through its campaign, coming in third place in the statewide Ballot Bowl. Photos taken via Zoom by Jenna Cooper. Promotional graphics provided by ASI.

ASI registers 1,767 students to vote in Buzz the Ballot campaign

Sac State takes third place in statewide Ballot Bowl
November 19, 2020
Sacramento State’s Associated Students, Inc. registered 1,767 students to vote in its Buzz the Ballot campaign, registering more than double its goal and placing Sac State third in the statewide Ballot Bowl.
PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Russ Buettner

PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Russ Buettner

November 17, 2020
During our Hornet Speaker Series last month, Sac State alumnus Russ Buettner joined us to discuss his career as a Pulitzer Prize-winning political investigative reporter. Buettner, who was part of the team that broke the story about President Donald Trump’s tax returns, also talks about how to find attention and respect in such a fast media cycle.
Students exit The WELL at Sacramento State on April 17, 2020. After temporarily closing due to COVID-19 in March 2020, the vision center, located in the WELL, was permanently closed December 2020.

Sac State reaches record number of positive COVID-19 cases

22 positive cases connected to the university, 6 on campus last week
November 16, 2020
Sacramento State reported its highest one-week total number of positive COVID-19 cases connected to campus for the week of Nov. 9 to Nov. 15.
A Sacramento State student was the victim of extortion via email by an unidentified foreign group, according to the Sacramento State Police Department. The crime was reported to Sac State PD Oct. 22.

Sac State student victim of email extortion by unidentified foreign group

Explicit photographs used to extort money from student
November 16, 2020
A Sacramento State student was the victim of extortion via email by an unidentified foreign group which was reported to the Sac State Police Department Oct. 22. The scammers used the student’s explicit photographs to extort money from them online.
PODCAST: Protestors clash at Capitol, Sac State football player tests positive for COVID-19

PODCAST: Protestors clash at Capitol, Sac State football player tests positive for COVID-19

November 16, 2020
Trump supporters protest at the Capitol in favor of an election recount, recalling Gov. Gavin Newsom and against lockdown, Sac State President Robert Nelsen testifies to the State Assembly about the impact of COVID-19 on campus, a Sac State football player tests positive for COVID-19 and more.
Hornet Stadium on Oct. 6, 2020. A Sacramento State football player has tested for COVID-19 causing him and 13 other players to be placed in quarantine. Assistant Athletic Director Brian Berger said the players are no longer in quarantine.

Sac State football player tests positive for COVID-19

13 other players were quarantined, tested negative
November 13, 2020
13 Sacramento State football players quarantined after a player tested positive for COVID-19 according to Brian Blomster, director of news and communications at Sac State.
Steven Salcido, associate vice president for student services and enrollment management systems, updates the ASI Board of Directors on Sac States enrollment for the fall 2020 semester. The board approved a resolution recognizing the universitys enrollment achievements during its board meeting Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2020. Screenshot taken by Camryn Dadey via Zoom.

Sac State ASI discusses student demographics, 31,510 enrolled this fall

Latino, Hispanic population largest demographic at Sac State at 31% of students
November 5, 2020
Sacramento State’s Associated Students, Inc.’s Board of Directors discussed demographics for the fall 2020 semester and announced that 1800 students registered to vote through ASI’s Buzz the Ballot campaign at its board meeting Wednesday.
Rachel Renee, local Christian singer and song-writer, performs for dozens on the front lawn of the California State Capitol on Nov. 3, 2020. Sacramento State’s Division of Student Affairs is hosting a series of post-election day events beginning Wednesday Nov. 4, 2020 according to an email sent to students and faculty. Background photo taken by Patrick Posuniak.

Post-election events planned for Sac State students this week

Community dialogues hosted by Student Health and Counseling Services
November 4, 2020
Sacramento State’s Division of Student Affairs is partnering with different centers on campus to host a series of post-Election Day events to provide support for students' mental health after the election and explain the results.
Noah Marty, ASI president, announces the ASI Board of Directors support for Proposition 16 on Californias ballot during a board meeting on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2020. The board also announced the schedule for its 2021 ASI elections during the board meeting. Screenshot taken by Camryn Dadey via Zoom.

ASI announces schedule for its 2021 elections, support for Prop 16

Voting in ASI elections will be open to students April 7 and 8
October 28, 2020
Sacramento State’s ASI Board of Directors announced the dates of its 2021 election and passed a resolution supporting California Prop 16 during its board meeting Wednesday.
Measure B on Sacramento’s Ballot this year, also called the Independent Redistricting Timeline Exception, focuses on the timeline of redistricting that the city follows after receiving population data from the 2020 census.

FAQ: All about Measure B on Sacramento’s ballot

Measure proposes extension for redistricting after census data is delayed
October 22, 2020
Sacramento’s Measure B proposes an extension for redistricting after census data is delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
PODCAST: New details on former ASI president’s resignation, Sac State opts out of spring football

PODCAST: New details on former ASI president’s resignation, Sac State opts out of spring football

October 19, 2020

This week on The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Robbie Pierce and managing editor Madeleine Beck are joined by staffer Camryn Dadey to discuss new information regarding former ASI President Christian...

Former ASI president Christian Landaverde and executive vice president Jennifer Gross resigned from their positions on March 13, 2020. Landaverde said he decided to step down due to the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down campus and his desire to focus on other opportunities.

Former ASI president Christian Landaverde says resignation was due to COVID-19 campus closure

‘I was approaching the lame duck months of the presidency’
October 12, 2020
Former ASI president Christian Landaverde details the reasons for his resignation last semester, saying it was due to the campus closure caused by COVID-19 occurring during the “lame duck” months of his presidency.
Noah Marty, ASI president, discusses his involvement registering students to vote in the upcoming presidential election during the Board of Directors meeting Wednesday. Marty said their goal is to register 800 people to vote by the election in November. Screenshot taken via Zoom.

ASI grapples with low student government participation at board meeting

Meeting recap for 10/7
October 8, 2020
Sacramento State’s ASI Board of Directors discussed registering students to vote and aims to increase on-campus participation in student government.
Sacramento States Associated Students, Inc. board of directors voted to change how funding for clubs is allocated in order to be more unbiased Wednesday. The board also approved its strategic priorities for the year, focusing on anti-racism and advocacy.

Sac State ASI changes financial policy for clubs following CSU San Marcos’ anti-abortion club lawsuit

Strategic priorities focus on anti-racism efforts and voter registration on campus
September 23, 2020
Sacramento State Associated Students, Inc. Board of Directors voted to approve their strategic priorities for the academic year and financial policies for clubs Wednesday.
Members of the Associated Students, Inc. Board of Directors explain their motivations for serving in student government. The board as a whole discussed their strategic priorities for the year at their meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 9, 2020. Photo of Donna Walters courtesy of ASI, photo Joshua Bozarth courtesy of himself, and other photos via Zoom screenshot.

Running a campus during virtual semester: Meet Sac State’s ASI Board

September 21, 2020
The members of Sacramento State’s Associated Students, Inc. Board of Directors discuss their roles and why serving on the board is important to them.
Sacramento State Associated Students Inc. held a board meeting Wednesday Sept. 9, 2020 to discuss several topics include a $1.7 million revenue decline. The board also discussed education on activism, anti-racism and white fragility.

Sac State ASI loses $1.7 million in revenue due to COVID-19

ASI Board of Directors discusses strategies to provide financial relief and anti-racism support for students.
September 9, 2020
Sacramento State’s Associated Students, Inc. discussed the financial impact of COVID-19 on students, as well as the loss of $1.7 million in program service fees in a Zoom meeting Wednesday.
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