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Released in 1992, “Candyman” takes classic gothic horror and transplants it into a contemporary setting. With strong performances and a masterful score, you’ll be hypnotized by this cult classic. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of TriStar Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Candyman’
Students protesting in solidarity with Palestine during a walkout in the library quad Oct. 12, 2023. Students held up flags and signs that read phrases such as “Free Palestine” and “Right to Exist, Resist Return” while movement leaders shared their stories.
Man pretends to shoot at pro-Palestine protesters on campus in racially motivated incident
Mixed canned fruit and veggies on the shelves of the Associated Students, Inc. Food Pantry, Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The food pantry provides both fresh produce and groceries, according to its website.
ASI Food Pantry provides resources for students with low food security
Associated Students Inc. Vice President of University Affairs Alec Tong poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring 2023 semester. Tong resigned from his position on Monday, Nov. 27. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)
BREAKING: Second ASI board member resigns
Curtis Smith, department chair of World Languages and Literatures, said the department was asked by the dean’s office to reduce their schedule by 5% due to budget cuts. The 5% reduction of the schedule will lower the number of sections offered per foreign language course beginning next spring. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar and Alyssa Branum)
World Languages and Literatures classes diminished by 5% for upcoming semester
Dr. Mia Settles-Tidwell, vice president and chief diversity officer for the Division of Inclusive Excellence standing in her office in Sacramento Hall Monday, May 1, 2023. Settles-Tidwell encourages students to visit her office and contribute an item to her collection of tokens that represent the diverse cultural community at Sacramento State.
Meet the Vice President of Inclusive Excellence
Curtis Smith, department chair of World Languages and Literatures, said the department was asked by the dean’s office to reduce their schedule by 5% due to budget cuts. The 5% reduction of the schedule will lower the number of sections offered per foreign language course beginning next spring. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar and Alyssa Branum)
World Languages and Literatures classes diminished by 5% for upcoming semester
A Low Rider Block Party hosted by the California Museum lined all of 11th Street in downtown Sacramento with lowriders from local car clubs Sunday Oct. 29, 2023. The party was hosted in celebration of the new Boulevard Dreams California exhibit and featured cars from clubs across California such as the one from “Family First Car & Bike Club” located in Sacramento.
The life of a lowrider: destigmatizing Latin car culture
A few board members from the Nigerian Student Association share their dearest Thanksgiving memories and recipes. A brief glimpse into their holiday festivities reveals values and meaning that surpass the food and feast. (Photo Courtesy of Ozichukwu Opara. Graphic created in Canva by Maishia Sumpter)
More than a meal: Capturing the essence of Nigerian students’ Thanksgiving beyond food
The Solidarity Saturday line on Oct. 14, 2023, as volunteers prepare to distribute items to the displaced community. Every second Saturday volunteers arrive early to prepare food and donations for the unhoused community to enjoy. (Photo Courtesy of Kachiside Madu)
Standing in solidarity one Saturday at a time
CFA announced a date for a strike in December on Thursday, Nov. 9th, 2023. For some students, the strike brings worry to both their academics and careers. (Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Higher stakes for higher education: Students worry about strike impact
The CapRadio downtown facility, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023. Sacramento State President Luke Wood said the university has committed $12 million to aid the organization and expected to spend $5 million more.
Sac State leaders weigh in on recent CapRadio woes
Lassen Hall services, such as the Bursar’s Office pictured Tuesday Sept. 19, 2023, will become an even stronger resource for students seeking financial aid following the CSU System 6% increase. The tuition increase will leave many students wondering how this will impact their finances over the course of their time at Sac State.
‘How much are you willing to pay for your dreams?’: CSU to increase tuition
New Interim Vice President of Student Affairs Aniesha Mitchell in her office at Lassen Hall, Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. Her appointment to the role was announced via SacSend on Sep. 8.
Aniesha Mitchell appointed interim vice president of Student Affairs
Sacramento State President Luke Wood sits on the University Union Ballroom stage with wife, Idara Essien-Wood Thursday, Aug. 24, during his first fall address. This address is an opportunity for Wood to answer questions and set his expectations going into the new semester.
Sac State President Luke Wood delivers first fall address
Mixed canned fruit and veggies on the shelves of the Associated Students, Inc. Food Pantry, Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The food pantry provides both fresh produce and groceries, according to its website.
ASI Food Pantry provides resources for students with low food security
Associated Students Inc. Vice President of University Affairs Alec Tong poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring 2023 semester. Tong resigned from his position on Monday, Nov. 27. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)
BREAKING: Second ASI board member resigns
Associated Students Inc. Director of Arts & Letters Christian Hernandez-Hunter poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring semester. Hernandez-Hunter has since resigned from his position after continuous hardships with others led to the decision. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
ASI director resigns from the board
The CapRadio downtown facility, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023. Sacramento State President Luke Wood said the university has committed $12 million to aid the organization and expected to spend $5 million more.
Sac State leaders weigh in on recent CapRadio woes
Sac State students visit the Parents & Families Program office during Phlagleblast inside the University Union Sept. 8, 2023. The University Union houses many of the student resources campus has to offer.
Unleash your potential with a treasure trove of campus resources
The ‘Red Zone’ is the time on college campuses between dorm move-in and Thanksgiving break when sexual assaults are more likely to occur. Sacramento State has multiple resources to support survivors. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
Continued vigilance: campus safety challenges beyond the ‘Red Zone’
The Sacramento State Police Department responded to a call of a fire near Riverview Hall, Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023. Currently, police believe the fire was set intentionally. (Graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard, Photo courtesy of Sacramento State Police Department)
BREAKING: Possible arson committed at Riverview Hall
Guy West Bridge, April 2, 2023 at Sacramento State where there were reports of a person with a possible rifle, Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023. The Sacramento State Police Department investigated the reports and found that they were unfounded.
BREAKING: Reports of rifle on campus unfounded
A scooter and bike properly locked up at the stairs by Sequoia Hall in the campus provided spots Thursday, Sept. 26, 2023. Multiple accounts of various types of theft continue to be reported to the Sacramento State Police according to the CSUS crime log.
Upsurge in electric scooter theft is cause for concern among students
Sacramento County Sheriff deputies on the scene of an arrest following a pursuit of a stolen vehicle by Parking Structure 5, Monday, Sept. 25, 2023. A deputy on the scene said the damage to the vehicle occurred due to it hitting a pole.
BREAKING: Stolen vehicle pursuit ends with arrest on campus
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El Panteón de Sacramento: Celebracion de Dia de los Muertos
Discutiendo Dìa de los Muertos: SIN FILTRO
Discutiendo Dìa de los Muertos: SIN FILTRO
Esta imagen muestra los personajes de la Llorona, el Cucuy, el Chupacabras, el Sombrerón, los Duendes y el Charro Negro. Los personajes de algunas de las leyendas más conocidas de Latinoamérica. Imágenes cortesía de Film Affinity, Encyclopædia Britannica, PR Newswire, Medium, Elvira Méndez y México Desconocido. Grafico creado en Canva por Angelica Vera-Franco
Leyendas Para Halloween
Mariachi Tonantzin La Familia inaugurando el comienzo de la Feria de Educación un evento lleno de recursos para estudiantes que buscan aplicar a la universidad el sábado 7 de octubre. La feria era bilingüe en inglés y español.
Sac State’s Feria de Educación ofrece información de colegiatura a hispanohablantes
Miembros de la Banda Uriense miran a la multitud en la celebración del Día de la Independencia de México en Sac State el Jueves 14 de Septiembre de 2023. Esta celebración anual se llama El Grito.
Iniciando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con El Grito
The five on the floor for Sac State huddled late in the fourth Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023 against UC Davis. Sac State improved their overall record against the Aggies to 70-51 with a 69-63 win.
Three game losing streak ends with nail-biter against Davis
Senior running back Marcus Fulcher runs downfield against Cal Poly Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Fulcher was held to just 48 yards on 10 carries against North Dakota
Sac State’s explosive offense meets South Dakota’s stonewall defense
Senior middleblocker Kalani Hayes and junior outside hitter Ellie Tisko going up for a block against Weber State Saturday, Oct. 12, 2023. The Hornets played Weber State for the third time this season in the semifinals of the Big Sky Tournament and lost 3-2.
A group of stars fall in the Big Sky tournament
Junior guard Seilala Lautaimi drives to the basket against the Aggies at The Nest Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023. Lautaimi had a total of 12 points and seven rebounds.
Sac State struggles to limit scoring runs in consecutive losses
Junior quarterback Kaiden Bennett scrambles while looking downfield against UC Davis Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Bennett led the Sac State offense in passing yards and rushing yards in the 42-35 win over North Dakota.
Sac State’s high-powered offense lifts Hornets over Fighting Hawks
The five on the floor for Sac State huddled late in the fourth Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023 against UC Davis. Sac State improved their overall record against the Aggies to 70-51 with a 69-63 win.
Three game losing streak ends with nail-biter against Davis
Junior guard Seilala Lautaimi drives to the basket against the Aggies at The Nest Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023. Lautaimi had a total of 12 points and seven rebounds.
Sac State struggles to limit scoring runs in consecutive losses
Sophomore forward Duncan Powell floats the ball above the rim on his way to a 20 point game on Tuesday Nov. 14, 2023. Powell shot perfect from the field and snagged 13 rebounds.
Home opener for men’s basketball is full of records
Sac State announced that all indoor sports would be moving to a new event center in The WELL as soon as fall 2024. The Board of Directors of Union WELL Inc. voted to approve $5.2 million from reserves to complete the project. (Credit: State Hornet Archives, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)
Sac State announces new event center in The WELL
Freshman forward Summah Hanson goes up for a layup against the Wolfpack in Reno, Nevada Thursday Nov. 10, 2023. Hanson had a total of 22 points and 11 rebounds in the game.
Sac State suffers a pair of double-digit defeats
[FILE] Freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy takes an at bat versus UC Davis Tuesday, April 11, 2023. With his fifth inning home run on Saturday, Aloy became the all time leader in Sacramento State’s Division I history for home runs hit by a freshman with 12.
‘Pass the Bat’: Hornets baseball wins second conference series of year
Sacramento State senior closer Jack Zalasky stands on top of parking structure three overlooking John Smith field on Wednesday, April 20, 2023. Zalasky ranks third in Sacramento State history career saves with 23 saves.
Like father like son: Sac State closer follows in his dads steps
[FILE] (L-R) Freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy and junior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez set up on defense against UC Davis Tuesday, April 11, 2023. The left side of the infield started every game this series and combined to go 10-26 with four extra base hits including a home run each.
‘We gotta get it going’: Sac State baseball drops two more conference games
Freshman pitcher and outfielder Jaxon Byrd makes his collegiate pitching debut versus UC Davis Tuesday, April 11, 2023. Byrd made his first collegiate start versus ninth ranked Stanford on Tuesday, April 18, throwing two innings and striking out two.
‘We were gonna win’: Sac State stuns #9 Stanford
Junior pitcher Cooper Rons throws a pitch to freshman catcher Jacob Cortez Sunday, April 16, 2023, at John Smith Field. Rons threw three and one-third innings on Sunday, setting a career high for strikeouts with six.
Weekend recap: Sac State baseball drops fourth conference series of year
Senior running back Marcus Fulcher runs downfield against Cal Poly Saturday, Nov. 11, 2023. Fulcher was held to just 48 yards on 10 carries against North Dakota
Sac State’s explosive offense meets South Dakota’s stonewall defense
Junior quarterback Kaiden Bennett scrambles while looking downfield against UC Davis Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Bennett led the Sac State offense in passing yards and rushing yards in the 42-35 win over North Dakota.
Sac State’s high-powered offense lifts Hornets over Fighting Hawks
Freshman quarterback Carson Conklin throws a pass Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Conklin is the first true freshman quarterback to play for Sac State since 2015.
‘All gas, no brakes’: Sac State heads into program’s first FCS playoff road game
Junior wideout Anderson Grover runs upfield Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Grover transferred to Sac State after spending his first two years at Washington State.
Sac State gets shut down in must-win Causeway Classic
Senior linebacker Armon Bailey flexes after making a tackle against UC Davis Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022. Bailey leads the Hornets’ defense with 73 tackles in just nine games.
Sac State meets UC Davis for monumental 69th Causeway Classic
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
Sacramento State junior defender Isabella Vinsonhaler and junior midfielder Ali Fuamatu-Ma’afala protest a foul called against them on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023 playing the Idaho Vandals. The Hornets had similar problems with the ref in the quarterfinals.
Sac State women’s soccer chokes in the Big Sky quarterfinals
The Sacramento State men’s soccer team before their match against UC Santa Barbara Oct. 18, 2023. The Hornets finished the season with a 4-10-4 record.
Victory at last: Sac State knocks off UC Davis in season finale
Sacramento State junior midfielder and captain Abigail Lopez sitting outside Yosemite Hall at Sac State Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023. Lopez is the top scorer for her team with four goals.
Sac State women’s soccer captain treats her team like family
The Sacramento State men’s soccer team in a huddle before the match Saturday Oct. 21, 2023 against UC Irvine. They would end up losing to Irvine 2-0, eliminating them from playoff contention.
UC Irvine puts an end to Sac State’s playoff hopes
Robert and Jhared together on Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023. They are playing together on the same team for the first time.
Brotherly love: The siblings fulfilling their dreams at Sac State
Swarm Report Week 7: Checking in with softball and baseball
Swarm Report Week 7: Checking in with softball and baseball
FILE: Sacramento State softball celebrates after a win against Southern Utah March 3, 2023 at Shea Stadium. The Hornets swept the University of Maine in a doubleheader Wednesday to move their record to 14-9 on the season.
Sac State softball takes first season sweep over University of Maine
Junior pitcher Savannah Wahl throws a pitch on the mound at Shea Stadium on Friday, March 3, 2023.. Wahl transferred from Butte community college in Oroville, California to Sacramento State this year.
Sac State softball brings heat at Capital Classic
The Sac State softball team huddles around home plate on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 at Sac State. The Hornets opened their season with the NorCal kickoff tournament where they won 2 of 5 games.
RECAP: Sac State softball drop 3 of 5 games in opening tournament
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
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
(L-R) Juniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki during their home match versus Saint Mary’s at Sacramento State Tennis courts on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. The duo went 20-1 in doubles play during the 2022 season. Photos by Hugo Quintanilla. Graphic created in canva by Chris Woodard
Two is better than one: Hungarian national champions serve aces for Sac State
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
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.
Senior middleblocker Kalani Hayes and junior outside hitter Ellie Tisko going up for a block against Weber State Saturday, Oct. 12, 2023. The Hornets played Weber State for the third time this season in the semifinals of the Big Sky Tournament and lost 3-2.
A group of stars fall in the Big Sky tournament
Bridgette Smith holds the trophy and celebrates with the rest of her team after defeating Montana Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Sac State volleyball won the Big Sky regular season title and secured the number one seed heading into the Big Sky Tournament. (Photo courtesy of Montana Athletics)
Hornet volleyball leaves Montana with a Big Sky trophy
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin going up for a block against Portland State’s senior middle blocker Ashleigh Barto, Friday, Nov. 10, 2023. Portland State won the match 3-1.
Portland State serves Sac State volleyball their second Big Sky loss
Senior middle blocker Kalani Hayes and senior opposite hitter Karlee Soderberg going up for a block against Idaho Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023. Sac State celebrated Senior day against Idaho.
Volleyball weekend ends with two wins, tears and smiles
Junior setter Hailey Plugge setting the ball for senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin against Northern Arizona Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023. (Courtesy of Northern Arizona Athletics)
Big Sky Conference swept clean by Sac State Volleyball
Released in 1992, “Candyman” takes classic gothic horror and transplants it into a contemporary setting. With strong performances and a masterful score, you’ll be hypnotized by this cult classic. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of TriStar Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Candyman’
Britney Spears released her memoir, “The Woman In Me” in stores and online Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2023. Since the book’s release, the book has received acclaim from The New York Times, Time Magazine and The Los Angeles Times and became a number one New York Times bestseller in its first week. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar)
Britney’s back, ‘stronger than ever’ after release of new memoir
Kachiside Madu at his “Homeless to Heartfull” exhibit on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023 posed in front of his “Black Jesus” black and white portrait at the Brickhouse Gallery. His exhibit features over 8 different black and white pieces, with metal framed portraits, canvas and prints.
A photographer’s goal of changing the world one snapshot at a time
In this edition of Stinger Style, staffer Maddie Thielke provides some fall clothing essentials to add to your new capsule wardrobe. With these staple pieces, you will stay cozy and stylish this season. (Graphic created in Canva by Maddie Thielke)
Stinger Style: Fall essentials for your closet
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom
Get ready to shine this summer with these stunning makeup looks! These recommendations will take the personal beauty game to the next level. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Sweat-Proof Summer Saviors: Must-Have Makeup Essentials!
Business marketing major Stacy Sei modeled an earth-inspired outfit at the Forces of Nature fashion show Sunday, April 23, 2023. An overarching theme of the show was sustainability in clothing.
GALLERY: Fashion on an elemental mission
(L-R) Fashion merchandising and management majors Joanne Lee and Sophy Xiong put the final touches on Lees dress design at the Forces of Nature dress rehearsal Thursday, April 13, 2023. Designers picked from one of four elements for inspiration: fire, water, earth and air.
Sac State’s Fashion Club primed for spring fashion show
A gas mask on the wall near the entrance of the Smog Collectors exhibit at the Library Gallery Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. The lens reveals an image depicting various agents of pollution in modern society; the inscription on the filter provides some background behind the inspiration for the piece.
Grim gallery shows haunting future for generations to come
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
Figuring out what to bring to the Friendsgiving table can be difficult, but The State Hornet has you covered. With these three easy recipes, you will be the hit of the party. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Three easy Friendsgiving recipes that will surprise your college besties
Coffee shops are great places to study if you need a break from studying at home. These five locations across the Sacramento region have unique indoor and outdoor spaces and great items on the menu to try. (Created in Canva by Ariel Caspar)
The five best coffee shops for studying
Summer is finally here, and so is the fun! Here are some activities to keep your endless summer vacation going all season long. (Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa)
Heat up your summer with blazing new activities
BTDT Been There Done That
Been There, Done That Ep 2: $100 vs. San Francisco
Classy Bag Lady’s Chic Boutique proprietor Connie McBride’s tile art on display at her booth at the Sacramento Black Expo on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. McBride’s boutique is a Sacramento-based mobile fashion business that offers unique clothing, jewelry and accessories.
Sacramento hosts annual celebration of Black Expo
Halloween is approaching this weekend and now is the perfect time to immerse yourself in the spooky essence. From timeless classic “Monster Mash” to modern hits “Calling All The Monsters,” this playlist has no tricks, only treats for everyone this year! (Graphic created in Canva by Madelaine Church)
Hits for a Monster Mash
Maren Morris performing on the Visit Sacramento stage at GoldenSky Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023. GoldenSky was a two-day country music festival hosted at Discovery Park. (Photo by Nathan Zucker)
Country acts reflect on their GoldenSky experience
This graphic shows a handful of the artists that are being appreciated in this post, from notable figures such as Kali Uchis, Omar Apollo, Christian Nodal, Fuerza Regida, and Cuco. These artists range from the traditional Latin sounds to alternative, this playlist has a good variety that will sure catch the attention of anyone this Hispanic Heritage Month. (Images courtesy of Getty, Euphoria, HypeBeast and El Mañana. Christian Nodal by JG is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 DEED. Graphic made in Picsart by Anthony Golston)
The State Hornet’s Hispanic Heritage Month 2023 playlist
The Farm House at the GoldenSky music festival in 2022. GoldenSky returns to Discovery Park for the second consecutive year this weekend.
Get your cowboy hats and boots ready for the return of GoldenSky
Headliner My Chemical Romance stuns the crowd as they close the festival at the Jack Daniels stage on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. After a six-year hiatus, My Chemical Romance played at Aftershock during the North America leg of their Reunion Tour.
These bands will rock your socks off at Aftershock
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
The cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in Playwrights’ Theatre Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. The performance will feature multiple musical numbers.
Can you spell: T-H-E-A-T-E-R? The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee comes to stage at Sac State
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
Released in 1992, “Candyman” takes classic gothic horror and transplants it into a contemporary setting. With strong performances and a masterful score, you’ll be hypnotized by this cult classic. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of TriStar Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Candyman’
Blending horror with stop-motion animation, the 2021 flick, “Mad God” presents a grotesque and awe-inspiring world. With a veteran of stop-motion at the helm, this film will have you unable to avert your eyes through its entire runtime. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Shudder)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Mad God’
Released in 2004, “Club Dread” was created by the Broken Lizard comedy troupe, best known for “Super Troopers.” Whereas the latter is remembered as a cult hit, the former is barely remembered at all. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy if Searchlight Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Club Dread’
“The Strangers” manages to thrill and frighten by making use of a slow build up to its scares. With solid performances and a simple but effective premise, this movie will make you check your door twice for many nights to come. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Universal Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘The Strangers’
A controversial entry in the “Halloween” franchise, “Season of the Witch” is held up by some as one of the series worst and others as an underrated classic. Featuring androids, pagan rituals and the worlds most annoying commercial, this cheesy but gorey 80’s horror movie may be just what you’re looking for. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Universal Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Halloween III: Season of the Witch’
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom
Black Friday is here and it can get crazy at stores
Black Friday is here and it can get crazy at stores
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The State Hornet Broadcast: Pride Week, pro-Palestine protests and more CapRadio resignations
Palestine rountable
Students left unsatiated after Israel-Palestine roundtable discussion
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STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Venetian Veil spell lush soundscapes with cosmic tones
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Swarm Report #6: Women’s volleyball wins Big Sky regular season and playoff football continues dancing
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The State Hornet Podcast #9: Teamsters strike, Leaders of Tomorrow and Hornet Harvest Gathering
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Beyond the Hive Ep 4: Hustlin’ and Bustlin’
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Guerillas Of Sacramento Ep #2 : Effects Make Gross Special With Dan Acosta
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The State Hornet Podcast #8: CFA strike dates, arson on campus and Hmong New Year
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The State Hornet Podcast #9: Teamsters strike, Leaders of Tomorrow and Hornet Harvest Gathering
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The State Hornet Podcast #8: CFA strike dates, arson on campus and Hmong New Year
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The State Hornet Podcast #4: CapRadio board members resign, Aftershock Festival and another delay for the ‘Esak’tima Center
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The State Hornet Podcast #2: Hispanic Heritage Month, COVID-19 surging on campus and a new Disability Cultural Center
The State Hornet Podcast #1: Tuition, Crime, Music and Football!
The State Hornet Podcast #1: Tuition, Crime, Music and Football!
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
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
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State Hornet Buzzed: Hispanic Heritage Month special, Growing up in Hispanic and Latinx culture
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
Grafico creado en Canva por Rosienelly Salguero
El Panteón de Sacramento: Celebracion de Dia de los Muertos
Discutiendo Dìa de los Muertos: SIN FILTRO
Discutiendo Dìa de los Muertos: SIN FILTRO
Esta imagen muestra los personajes de la Llorona, el Cucuy, el Chupacabras, el Sombrerón, los Duendes y el Charro Negro. Los personajes de algunas de las leyendas más conocidas de Latinoamérica. Imágenes cortesía de Film Affinity, Encyclopædia Britannica, PR Newswire, Medium, Elvira Méndez y México Desconocido. Grafico creado en Canva por Angelica Vera-Franco
Leyendas Para Halloween
Mariachi Tonantzin La Familia inaugurando el comienzo de la Feria de Educación un evento lleno de recursos para estudiantes que buscan aplicar a la universidad el sábado 7 de octubre. La feria era bilingüe en inglés y español.
Sac State’s Feria de Educación ofrece información de colegiatura a hispanohablantes
Miembros de la Banda Uriense miran a la multitud en la celebración del Día de la Independencia de México en Sac State el Jueves 14 de Septiembre de 2023. Esta celebración anual se llama El Grito.
Iniciando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana con El Grito
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom
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The State Hornet Broadcast: Cultural celebrations, CapRadio’s financial mishandlings and football heroics
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Bad Barnacles splash into The State Hornet
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Bad Barnacles splash into The State Hornet
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Former Animals take over the newsroom
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Former Animals take over the newsroom
Exit interview with President Robert Nelsen, reflects on legacy at Sac State
Exit interview with President Robert Nelsen, reflects on legacy at Sac State
Released in 1992, “Candyman” takes classic gothic horror and transplants it into a contemporary setting. With strong performances and a masterful score, you’ll be hypnotized by this cult classic. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of TriStar Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Candyman’
In this edition of Stinger Style, staffer Maddie Thielke provides some fall clothing essentials to add to your new capsule wardrobe. With these staple pieces, you will stay cozy and stylish this season. (Graphic created in Canva by Maddie Thielke)
Stinger Style: Fall essentials for your closet
Blending horror with stop-motion animation, the 2021 flick, “Mad God” presents a grotesque and awe-inspiring world. With a veteran of stop-motion at the helm, this film will have you unable to avert your eyes through its entire runtime. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Shudder)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Mad God’
Released in 2004, “Club Dread” was created by the Broken Lizard comedy troupe, best known for “Super Troopers.” Whereas the latter is remembered as a cult hit, the former is barely remembered at all. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy if Searchlight Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Club Dread’
In this edition of Stinger Style, staffer Maddie Thielke shares some skincare products that she recommends you add to your fall and winter rotation. (graphic created in Canva by Maddie Thielke)
Stinger Style: Stay radiant all winter long with these five skincare products
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. The State Hornet calls on the administration and the Sac State Police Department to increase transparency with the campus community and provide concrete plans for the solutions proposed. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa. Photo by Alyssa Branum.
EDITORIAL: How are you keeping your campus community safe, Sac State? Your students would like to know
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
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Cinema Obscura S2 Ep. 1 : ‘The Cable Guy’ vs. ‘Excalibur’
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. (Movie posters courtesy of Lionsgate)
The Big Picture – John Wick 4
Newsletter editor and film critic Gavin S. Hudson has been reviewing movies since high school. “The Whale” has been nominated for three Oscars; is it worthy? Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson | movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘The Whale’
Series promotional poster featuring Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna and supporting cast. “Wouldn’t you rather give it all at once to something real?” (Picture courtesy of Disney+. Graphic created in Canva by Ryan Ascalon).
‘Andor’ grounds Star Wars universe in storytelling
(L-R) Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Joel (Pedro Pascal) looking out at post-apocalyptic Boston. They are about set out for an adventure that will change both of their lives (Photo courtesy, Sony Pictures)
‘The Last Of Us’ stands among the best game to-screen adaptations
Released in 1992, “Candyman” takes classic gothic horror and transplants it into a contemporary setting. With strong performances and a masterful score, you’ll be hypnotized by this cult classic. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of TriStar Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Candyman’
In this edition of Stinger Style, staffer Maddie Thielke provides some fall clothing essentials to add to your new capsule wardrobe. With these staple pieces, you will stay cozy and stylish this season. (Graphic created in Canva by Maddie Thielke)
Stinger Style: Fall essentials for your closet
Blending horror with stop-motion animation, the 2021 flick, “Mad God” presents a grotesque and awe-inspiring world. With a veteran of stop-motion at the helm, this film will have you unable to avert your eyes through its entire runtime. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Shudder)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Mad God’
Released in 2004, “Club Dread” was created by the Broken Lizard comedy troupe, best known for “Super Troopers.” Whereas the latter is remembered as a cult hit, the former is barely remembered at all. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy if Searchlight Pictures)
Hornet Horrors: ‘Club Dread’
In this edition of Stinger Style, staffer Maddie Thielke shares some skincare products that she recommends you add to your fall and winter rotation. (graphic created in Canva by Maddie Thielke)
Stinger Style: Stay radiant all winter long with these five skincare products
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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.

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

September 9, 2020

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,...

CRIME MAP: Sac State police make arrest for indecent exposure

CRIME MAP: Sac State police make arrest for indecent exposure

Campus Crime Map for the week of Feb. 21
Cory Jaynes
March 2, 2020

Every week The State Hornet will compile crimes recorded in the campus crime log into a map detailing their location and current status. For the week of Feb. 21, 13 crimes were reported in the Sacramento...

A poll worker assists a voter at the vote center in Modoc Hall Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. Assemblymember Ash Kalra credited Sac State for providing a real-world example for the recently signed Assembly Bill 59, which prioritizes the placement of voting centers on college campuses.

Sac State vote center will begin operating Saturday

Voters can cast their ballots until Tuesday at 8 p.m.
Cory Jaynes
February 25, 2020

With the 2020 California primary happening Tuesday, Sacramento State will once again host a vote center on campus in Modoc Hall from Saturday to Election Day on March 3. First adopted by Sacramento...

CRIME MAP: Missing person report filed and robbery reported at Sac State

CRIME MAP: Missing person report filed and robbery reported at Sac State

Campus crime map from Feb. 14
Cory Jaynes
February 25, 2020

Every week The State Hornet will compile crimes recorded in the campus crime log into a map detailing their location and current status. Since Feb. 14, there were 13 crimes reported in the Sacramento...

Sac State electrical engineering major Waverly Hampton III stands on the Guy West Bridge at Sac State on Friday, Feb. 7. Hampton is running on a platform of homelessness reform and solar initiatives.

Sac State student running for Sacramento City Council targets homeless crisis

Waverly Hampton III says family history of service inspired his run
Cory Jaynes
February 17, 2020

Waverly Hampton III said that after moving to Sacramento, the amount of homelessness and litter — and his car being broken into — made him feel like he couldn’t start a family in the city. So...

CRIME MAP: 12 crimes reported at Sac State over winter break

CRIME MAP: 12 crimes reported at Sac State over winter break

Vandalism topped listed crimes with 4 reported instances
Cory Jaynes, news editor
January 21, 2020

Every week, The State Hornet will compile crimes recorded in the Sacramento State Police Department’s campus crime log into a map detailing their location and current status. Over the course of winter...

Joey Mance Norris was booked into the Sacramento Main Jail Thursday after being arrested by the Sacramento State Police Department. Mance was detained after wedging a large transport truck into Parking Structure I and attempting to flee the scene.

Driver arrested after getting van stuck in Sac State parking structure

Cory Jaynes, managing editor
December 13, 2019

The Sacramento State Police Department arrested an individual that was “under the influence” Thursday morning after he tried to abandon a “large transport van” he drove into Parking Structure 1,...

Pedro Pascals title character takes cover during a gunfight in the first episode of The Mandalorian. The series pilot was released with the launch of Disney+ Tuesday, Nov 12.

REVIEW: ‘The Mandalorian’ is an instant cult classic for ‘Star Wars’ veterans

Cory Jaynes, Managing Editor
November 18, 2019

This review contains spoilers for the first two episodes of “The Mandalorian.” "The Mandalorian" strips “Star Wars” down to its spaghetti western roots and provides quick-paced action series...

Sac State student Kaylah Greenwell registers to vote at the Modoc Hall vote center Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. AB 59 now requires California State University campuses to comply with requests from county officials to host vote centers.

Sac State vote center provides real-world example for new California election law

Cory Jaynes
November 6, 2019

Last November, a three-hour line of voters stretched through Sacramento State’s Modoc Hall as the university hosted the first vote center on a California college campus. Now, the recently signed Assembly...

Sac State student Kaylah Greenwell registers to vote at the Modoc Hall vote center Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018. AB 59 now requires California State University campuses to comply with requests from county officials to host vote centers.

Sac State vote center provides real-world example for new California election law

AB 59 prioritizes placement of voting centers on college campuses
Cory Jaynes, managing editor
October 30, 2019

Last November, a three-hour line of voters stretched through Sacramento State’s Modoc Hall as the university hosted the first vote center on a California college campus.  Now, the recently signed...

For ASI president and Public Policy & Administration major Noel Mora in the podcast booth with State Hornet Managing Editor Cory Jaynes. Mora recently testified against increasing the CSUs admissions requirements.

NEWS PODCAST: Sac State’s 2018 vote center provides example for new election law

Cory Jaynes and Will Coburn
October 25, 2019

Managing editor Cory Jaynes sits down with former ASI President Noel Mora to talk about Mora’s support of AB 59, a bill recently signed into law by Gov. Gavin Newsom that prioritizes the placement of...

Mayor Pete focuses on inclusion during campaign stop in West Sacramento

Buttigieg calls for gun control, election reforms
Cory Jaynes and Patrick Walsh
September 29, 2019

Pete Buttigieg addressed a crowd of thousands about gun control, education, democratic reform and cultural acceptance in West Sacramento Sunday as part of his 2020 Democratic presidential campaign. When...

The American River Courtyard, one of the residence halls located at Sac State. In the universitys 2019 Clery Act Report, 31 instances of sexual assault were reported at on-campus housing, an increase of 21 incidents from last years report.

Clery Report shows 31 instances of sexual assault at Sac State student housing in 2018

Number of reported incidents of rape increased by 26 from 2017
Margherita Beale and Cory Jaynes
September 20, 2019

Sacramento State reported 30 instances of rape in 2018 in its annual Clery Act Report, an increase of 26 from the year before.  According to Sac State University Communications, while the number of...

From left, California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Sac State alumna and author Elaine Welteroth and California Assemblymember Shirley Weber discuss gender pay disparities at an equal pay forum in Sac States Carlsen Center on Tuesday, August 27.

[Photo] First Partner Newsom visits Sac State to discuss gender wage gap

August 28, 2019

From left, California First Partner Jennifer Siebel Newsom, Sac State alumna and author Elaine Welteroth and California Assemblymember Shirley Weber discuss gender pay disparities at an equal pay forum...

Construction equipment at the partially completed Hornet Drive off-ramp Friday. Caltrans expects the off-ramp to be open but not complete Monday morning.

[Photo] Highway 50 off-ramp to Hornet Drive expected to be open Monday

August 24, 2019

Construction equipment at the partially completed Hornet Drive off-ramp Friday. Caltrans expects the off-ramp to be open but not complete Monday morning.

Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders addresses the crowd at Cesar Chavez Plaza on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019. Sanders speech focused on his platform of climate change, Medicare for All, and student debt.

Presidential candidate Bernie Sanders talks Green New Deal at Sacramento rally

Sanders spoke about education, criminal justice, climate change, women’s rights and economic reform.
Jordan Silva-Benham and Cory Jaynes
August 22, 2019

A rally for Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders filled Cesar Chavez Plaza in downtown Sacramento on Thursday afternoon, following the release of the senator’s Green New Deal. Most of...

Sacramento County Park Rangers assist the Sacramento State Police Department and Sacramento police apprehend a suspect who fled into the American River on Tuesday, August 20. The suspect fled downstream onto an island north of the J-Street Bridge where he surrendered to police.

No island getaway: Police nab suspect after American River swim

Suspect was casing bicycles at Sac State, officials say
Cory Jaynes and Jordan Silva-Benham
August 20, 2019

A suspected felon drew crowds along the Guy West Bridge and the American River Tuesday morning as he attempted to escape police by swimming downstream. According to Anita Fitzhugh, Sacramento State...

CSU receives $6 million to fund summer financial aid

Sac State among campuses to receive funds in 2020 and 2021
Cory Jaynes, managing editor
August 7, 2019

California State University system students will have the option to apply for summer financial aid after the system was allotted $6 million to fund financial aid for summer classes in 2020 and 2021. Included...

CSUS Career Center Director Melissa Repa talks about Tara O’Sullivan at a press conference in front of Sacramento Hall on Thursday, June 20. OSullivan was a Sacramento Police officer and Sac State alumna was killed in the line of duty Wednesday night while responding to a domestic violence call.

26-year-old police officer killed in North Sacramento was Sac State alumna

Margherita Beale and Cory Jaynes
June 20, 2019

Tara O’Sullivan, a 26-year-old Sacramento State alumna and Sacramento Police Department officer, was shot and killed Wednesday night while on a domestic disturbance call in North Sacramento. O’Sullivan...

Joe Dangtran and Vijay, an Everest porter, hold a Sac State flag at the Mount Everest South Base Camp. Dangtran, a former Sac State student, said he took the flag with him as a personal thank you to the professors that helped him transfer to Northeastern University.

Former Sac State student makes trek to Mount Everest’s South Base Camp

Joe Dangtran plants Sac State flag to honor Hornet community
Cory Jaynes, managing editor
June 2, 2019

Following a nine-day trek, former Sacramento State student Joe Dangtran arrived at Mount Everest’s South Base Camp in Nepal on Sunday, May 25. Dangtran made the trek to the South Base Camp with a...

West Sacramento Mayor Christopher Cabaldon speaks at a groundbreaking ceremony for levee improvement in 2011. Cabaldon was recently hired as an endowed professor at Sac State.

West Sacramento mayor takes over second Sac State endowed chair

Cory Jaynes
May 20, 2019

West Sacramento Mayor Christopher Cabaldon was hired as a full-time, tenured professor at Sacramento State, taking over the Hazel Cramer Endowed Chair in the college’s Department of Public Policy and...

Me and my mom at Lisas Coffee Shop in Covina, California. I would later use this photo to announce to my friends on social media of her passing.

TESTIMONIAL: How my mother’s death led me to Sac State

Cory Jaynes, Digital editor
April 27, 2019

After my mom’s death, I didn’t let myself truly cry, ugly cry, until the band started to play at the end of her memorial. I was home alone with my mom when she collapsed in the kitchen. Believing...

Xavier Becerra, then the representative of Californias 34th congressional district, speaks at a congressional Democrat press conference on June 25, 2015. As California attorney general, Becerra announced Tuesday, March 5, that Californias Department of Justice would not press charges against the Sacramento police officers that shot and killed Stephon Clark.

California Attorney General declines to charge officers who killed Stephon Clark

Xavier Becerra said video of the shooting showed Clark failed to follow commands
Francina Sanchez and Cory Jaynes
March 8, 2019

California Attorney General Xavier Becerra announced Tuesday he will not be filing charges against the officers involved in the fatal shooting of Stephon Clark. After the announcement from Becerra,...

A timeline of events since the death of Stephon Clark

A look back at a year of activism and national scrutiny
Steven Bryla and Cory Jaynes
March 6, 2019

Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., makes a campaign stop at Manchester Community College in Manchester, New Hampshire on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019. Warren announced on Monday, Dec. 31, 2018 that she would run for President in the 2020 Democratic primaries.

Elizabeth Warren warns Sac State against partnership with Wells Fargo

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau report claims Wells Fargo charges students three times the national average for services
Cory Jaynes, digital editor
January 29, 2019

In a letter to Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen, Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., warned of high bank fees Wells Fargo charged students through partnerships with colleges, including Sac State. Warren...

Thousand of demonstrators gathered at the California Capitol for the first Womens March in Sacramento on Saturday, Jan. 21, 2016. Womens March Sacramento 2019 will take place Saturday, Jan. 19.

Women’s March Sacramento to take place Saturday at California Capitol

The march aims to empower women by providing support for grassroots activists to engage in local communities
Cory Jaynes, digital editor
January 17, 2019

Sacramento’s 2019 Women’s March will take place at 10 a.m. Saturday, with participants leaving from Southside Park and heading toward the Capitol. The Sacramento Women’s March echoes similar events...

Sac State students wait in line for the bursars office at Lassen Hall in 2010. Anita Kermes, financial aid director, has promised support for students unable to finish filling out their financial aid applications for the Spring 2019 semester due to a government shutdown.

How does a government shutdown affect Sac State students?

Financial aid may be delayed for students still applying for FAFSA
Cory Jaynes, digital editor
January 9, 2019

Sacramento State students are preparing for the spring semester amid a standoff in Washington, D.C. that has led to a partial government shutdown and a freeze on some federal funding. President Donald...

Graduating Sacramento State students watch themselves on a giant screen inside Golden 1 Center during the commencement procession May 18, 2018 in Sacramento, Calif.

Sac State prepares for first graduation since canceling winter commencement

Costs rise due to using Golden 1 Center as venue
Cory Jaynes and Kameron Schmid
December 5, 2018

After announcing last semester that it would permanently cancel winter commencement ceremonies, Sacramento State has announced that the upcoming spring commencement ceremony will be one day longer to accommodate...

The third annual Keeping the Dream Alive conference will be held in the University Ballroom Monday, Dec. 3 and Tuesday, Dec. 4. The conference will provide support for undocumented students and those with undocumented family.

Sac State to host third annual ‘Keeping the Dream Alive’ conference

Conference aims to provide support for undocumented immigrants
Cory Jaynes, news editor
December 1, 2018

Sacramento State’s Dreamer Resource Center says it will host its third annual “Keeping the Dream Alive” conference Monday and Tuesday to offer support for undocumented students and those with undocumented...

More than 7,000 N95 masks were given to the city of Sacramento and handed out by local fire stations with an additional 200,000 being sent Friday. Sacramento Fire Station No. 8 had people coming in and out to pick up masks all day.

Sacramento to distribute an additional 200,000 N95 masks

The city was near to ending the program as their initial supply dwindled
Margherita Beale and Cory Jaynes
November 17, 2018

As air quality remains “very unhealthy” due to smoke from the Butte County Camp Fire, Sacramento has received an additional 200,000 N95 masks from the California Department of Public Health. Mask...

Clay Abajian, Sac State professor of nursing. Abajian died in a plane crash on Thursday.

Sac State nursing instructor dies in plane crash

Professor Clay Abajian was volunteering as part of an Angel Flight
Cory Jaynes, news editor
November 16, 2018

Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen announced Friday that Clay Abajian, nursing professor at Sac State, died in a plane crash Thursday in Redding, California. Nelsen originally said on Twitter...

A female biker stops in front of the Sacramento State library to take photos of the smoke-filled closed campus on Nov. 14.

Sac State cancels classes through Thanksgiving break

UPDATE: Campus will stay closed through Thanksgiving, will reopen Friday
Cory Jaynes and Margherita Beale
November 16, 2018

Sacramento State has canceled classes through Nov. 26 due to poor air quality caused by the Camp Fire in Butte County, according to a news release from the university. The university was scheduled to...

From left to right: Robert Nelsen, president of Sac State, Noel Mora, president of Associated Students, Inc., and Ed Mills, vice president of student affairs, speak at a town hall the morning of Thursday, Nov. 15 on the quality of air in Sacramento.

Sac State holds town hall meeting on air quality

President Nelsen said the campus will open when all students, including those with respiratory issues, are able to safely breathe
Cory Jaynes, news editor
November 15, 2018

A town hall was held in Sacramento State’s dining commons Thursday to address students’ concerns about campus closures, which have stemmed from poor air quality as a result of Butte County’s Camp...

Sac State cancelled its game against Northern Arizona on Saturday after the air quality index reached 218. Sac State does not allow athletic events to take place if the air quality index is recorded above 200.

Sac State campus closure continues into Wednesday

Cory Jaynes and Claire Morgan
November 12, 2018

Sacramento State will be closed Wednesday due to poor air quality in the region caused by the Camp Fire. In an email announcement, President Robert Nelsen said that all classes, activities, events...

Demonstrators raise signs on the Capitol steps Thursday. Though the rally was officially about the appointment of Matthew Whitaker as acting attorney general, many demonstrators supporting different causes came out.

Protesters gather at Capitol in support of Mueller investigation

Hundreds stood on the Capitol steps Thursday rallying against Matthew Whitaker’s appointment.
Margherita Beale and Cory Jaynes
November 8, 2018

Hundreds of protesters gathered Thursday at the California Capitol as part of a nationwide protest in response to the forced resignation of former Attorney General Jeff Sessions by President Donald Trump. The...

Alexandre Kimenyi, the late Sac State professor of Pan-African studies, founded the universitys International Genocide Conference in 1998. The 5th International Genocide Conference will be held at the University Union from Thursday, Nov. 1, to Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018.

Genocide conference to bring international experts to Sac State

Widow of conference founder among attendees
Cory Jaynes, news editor
October 31, 2018

Sacramento State will host its 5th International Genocide Conference Thursday through Saturday. Attendees will include Mathilde Mukantabana, Rwandan ambassador to the U.S. and widow of conference founder...

Vote-by-mail ballots will be sent out to all Sacramento County registered voters beginning on Oct. 9. Voters will have until 8 p.m. on Nov. 6 to cast their ballots for their election.

Sac State Voter Guide: California law redefines election basics

Students will be able to vote on campus as California’s Voter’s Choice Act aims to modernize elections
Cory Jaynes, news editor
October 9, 2018

The second week of October marks the beginning of the 2018 election in California as vote-by-mail ballots begin to be delivered to registered voters. For the first time in state history, ballots will...

Police say an attempted robbery took place across from Sequoia Hall on Friday, Oct. 5, 2018.

Dorm resident runs from attempted armed robbery

Two male suspects pulled out a knife on another male who ran to call police
Cory Jaynes, news editor
October 6, 2018

Two men attempted to rob a man at Sacramento State Friday at 9:47 p.m. across State University Drive from Sequoia Hall, according to the Sacramento State Police Department. According to Sac State Police...

Deion Seruelo, left, a student only identified as Alyssa, middle, and a student only identified as Alex, right, lead a group of demonstrators to the office of Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen Thursday. The students from multiple campus organizations delivered a list of demands stemming from what considered an under reported sexual assault at American River Courtyard.

Sac State student groups demand transparency in sexual assault case

Students delivered letter with demands to President’s office
Will Coburn, Cory Jaynes, Kelly Kiernan, and Gloria Gibbs
October 4, 2018

Students from multiple campus organizations gathered in the Library Quad on Thursday for a rally to call for accountability and transparency in the wake of a sexual assault that occurred on campus. The...

#SacStateSays: What is your opinion on the Kavanaugh hearings and the FBI investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct?

#SacStateSays: What is your opinion on the Kavanaugh hearings and the FBI investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct?

Cory Jaynes, news editor
October 2, 2018

Sacramento State students watched as Brett Kavanaugh testified against Christine Blasey Ford, who claims she was sexually assaulted by Kavanaugh in high school, to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Thursday. As...

Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaughs photo used on his biography page for the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit. Kavanaugh is facing growing accusations of sexual assault and harassment.

Sac State political clubs weigh in on accusations against Kavanaugh

Accusations of sexual assault and misconduct continue to increase against Brett Kavanaugh
Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 27, 2018

As the Senate Judiciary Committee began to hear testimony from Christine Blasey Ford on her accusations against Brett Kavanaugh, Sac State’s political clubs had their own views on the process. Ford,...

Sac State President Robert Nelsen addresses a crowd of graduating students during the Spring 2018 graduation ceremony at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento, Calif. on Saturday, May 19, 2018. Nelsen is currently undergoing a scheduled review of his time at Sac State conducted by the CSU Board of Trustees and Chancellor Timothy White.

CSU asks for comments in review of Sac State president

Comments on Nelsen’s leadership and character must be submitted by Oct. 5
Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 25, 2018

Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen is currently undergoing a scheduled three-year review by the California State University board of trustees which students are able to participate in. Presidents...

Two suspects in a series of smash and grab thefts on Wednesday, Sept. 12, and their vehicle as captured by campus security cameras. The suspect in red was arrested by police early Monday while driving the pickup truck.

Update: Suspect arrested in Sac State smash and grab thefts, police say

Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 24, 2018

A suspect was arrested on Monday following a series of smash and grab thefts that occurred on campus Wednesday, Sept. 12, according to Sacramento State Police Department Chief Mark Iwasa. The suspect...

Mark Stasyuk is seen in this video from an official Sac State YouTube channel. Stasuk was shot and killed Monday afternoon after responding to reports of a disturbance at a Rancho Cordova Pep Boys Auto Shop.

Sheriff’s deputy killed in Rancho Cordova shooting attended Sac State

Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 17, 2018

A Sacramento County Sheriff’s deputy that attended Sacramento State was shot and killed Monday afternoon at a Rancho Cordova Pep Boys Auto Shop, according to Sacramento Sheriff Scott Jones. In a video...

#SacStateSays: Would you take classes at Sac State Downtown?

#SacStateSays: Would you take classes at Sac State Downtown?

Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 15, 2018

Sacramento State officially opened its downtown satellite campus Tuesday, Aug. 28, with a ceremony attended by President Robert Nelsen, students, faculty and elected officials including Sacramento...

A Sac State Police vehicle sits outside of the WELL on Friday, Sep. 14. Police detained a person at the WELL at approximately 2 p.m.

Sac State Police detain person at the WELL

Police offer no comment on incident
Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 14, 2018

Sacramento State Police detained a person at the WELL at approximately 2 p.m. on Friday. Lt. Christina Lofthouse said that the police could offer no comment on the incident due to privacy concerns. Bruce...

Sac State Police are looking for two men, recorded by campus security cameras, in relation to a series of smash and grab thefts on Wednesday, Sept. 12.

Sac State smash and grab suspects still at large

Campus Crime Alert notification of thefts not sent by police
Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 14, 2018

Sacramento State Police are looking for two suspects in connection to several smash and grab thefts that occurred on campus Wednesday, according to CBS Sacramento. At the time of publication, a crime...

A male cyclist was hit by a car on the corner of College Town Drive and State University Drive on Sept. 11, around 6 p.m.

Second cyclist hit by car near campus in single day

Ambulance transported injured rider from the scene
Eric Jaramishian, Cory Jaynes, and Robby Sanchez
September 11, 2018

For the second time in a day, a vehicle struck and injured a male cyclist at an intersection near Sacramento State on Tuesday. The second incident happened at the College Town Drive and State University...

Neon sign of Microsoft logo. Microsofts Office 365 service experienced outages following lightning strikes in San Antonio, Texas.

Lightning strikes in Texas lead to university-wide Office 365 outage

Microsoft working on restoring access to services
Cory Jaynes, news editor
September 4, 2018

A “severe weather event” on Tuesday, Sep. 4, at 2:29 a.m. PST that included lightning strikes near a data center in San Antonio, Texas led to campus-wide Office 365 outages, according to Microsoft. Microsoft...

#SacStateSays: With the prices of daily parking going up, what would you like to see the money go toward?

#SacStateSays: With the prices of daily parking going up, what would you like to see the money go toward?

Cory Jaynes and Adria Watson
August 31, 2018

Paying for a semester of classes and books is already hard enough, that’s why students take to buying daily parking passes to help lighten the financial load. But as with anything else at college, the...

Campus police say these two suspects, seen on Sacramento State security footage, approached and assaulted students living in the residence halls. One student received minor wounds to his face and another had personal property stolen.

Students assaulted at residence halls, campus police say

Campus police say one resident student had minor face injuries, and one had property stolen
Cory Jaynes, news editor
August 30, 2018

A group of students living in the residence halls were physically assaulted on campus by two individuals that were part of a larger group of people late Wednesday night, according to a news release from...

California Governor Jerry Brown in 2015. On Friday, Aug. 24, Brown signed Jose Medinas bill into law allowing for undocumented students to serve on college boards.

Capital Report: Brown signs bill allowing undocumented students to serve on college boards

Everything you need to stay informed in California Politics
Cory Jaynes, news editor
August 29, 2018

Brown signs bill allowing all in-state students to serve on college boards and commissions On Monday, Assemblymember Jose Medina (D-Riverside) announced that Gov. Jerry Brown had signed Medina’s public...

Former Trump campaign chair Paul Manaforts mugshot after being booked into the Alexandria Detention Center in Alexandria, Virginia. Manafort was found guilty on eight charges of financial fraud on Tuesday.

Capital Report: Guilty pleas and guilty charges strengthen Mueller investigation

Everything you need to stay informed in California Politics
Cory Jaynes, news editor
August 22, 2018

San Diego congressman indicted on corruption charges On Tuesday evening Rep. Duncan Hunter, the congressman of California’s 50th congressional district, and his wife were indicted for using $250,000...

Trump signs the John S. McCain Defense Authorization Act in Fort Drum, New York.

Capital Report: McCain Defense Authorization Act signed and Obama endorses in California

Everything you need to stay informed in California Politics
Cory Jaynes, news editor
August 15, 2018
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Supreme Court Justices Anthony Kennedy and Neil Gorsuch on April 10, 2017 following Kennedys swearing in of Gorsuch as a Supreme Court Judge. Kennedy announced that he is planning to retire Wednesday morning.

Here’s what Sac State political leaders have to say about Justice Kennedy retirement

Cory Jaynes, news editor
June 28, 2018

Supreme Court Justice Anthony Kennedy, 81, announced his retirement on Wednesday. Kennedy has been a critical swing vote on the nation’s highest court joining with the court’s liberal judges in...

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