Newsletter AD Fall 2025
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Construction to the student live-in dorms addition of Mt. Whitney Hall continues on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. Many students are reacting negatively to President Luke Wood’s mandatory freshmen housing policy for fall 2026.
Students express mixed reactions following housing requirements for incoming freshmen
The College of Business located in Tahoe Hall Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. The new concentration in artificial intelligence management will teach students hands-on skills for using AI responsibly in the workplace.
College of Business to offer new artificial intelligence concentration next semester
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The Nature of the Hive: Peaking in life with Peak Adventures!
Sacramento State President Luke Wood holds a town hall over Zoom Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Wood and his team addressed concerns about the university’s funding, decisions around athletics and post-game concerts, and the upcoming live-oin requirement.
President Luke Wood holds virtual town hall to address student concerns
Cadet Executive Officer Jamielyn Juniega, representing the JROTC Army program at Rio Linda High School, marches in unison with fellow cadets at the west steps of the California State Capitol Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Juniega said the ROTC program can develop leadership and life skills that can be beneficial for a cadet considering joining the armed forces.
Veterans honored during Veterans Day celebration at the California Capitol
The College of Business located in Tahoe Hall Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. The new concentration in artificial intelligence management will teach students hands-on skills for using AI responsibly in the workplace.
College of Business to offer new artificial intelligence concentration next semester
Sacramento State President Luke Wood holds a town hall over Zoom Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Wood and his team addressed concerns about the university’s funding, decisions around athletics and post-game concerts, and the upcoming live-oin requirement.
President Luke Wood holds virtual town hall to address student concerns
The University library is facing a budget cut for the 2025-26 academic year. A potential hours reduction for the Spring 2026 semester is one of many cuts the library is facing. (Graphic created in Canva by Jada Portillo)
University Library sees 11% decrease in funding for 2025-26 year
The annual Sacramento State budget town hall was held Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025. President Luke Wood and members of his cabinet reviewed Sac State’s budget planning process and plans for maintaining fiscal stability during waning state support. (Graphic created in Canva)
Sac State adopts ‘enterprise model’ to increase revenue amid state funding challenges
California State University Chancellor Mildred García updated all CSU employees on the budget and the federal investigations into the CSU in a newsletter Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. The CSU will be accepting a $144 million loan from California to address budget shortfalls. (Image Courtesy of Sacramento State)
CSU accepts California’s $144 million loan amid federal investigations and government shutdown
Associated Students, Inc. employees at Sacramento State voted over the course of two days to form a union Thursday, May 8, 2025. The unionization comes after allegations of employee mistreatment and a protest on March 4. (Graphic created in Canva)
BREAKING: ASI workers vote to unionize
The ASI board elects at the announcement party April 18, 2025. The 16% voter turnout is the highest since 2004.
Sac State’s ASI election results announced with 16% voter turnout
The 2025 Sacramento State ASI election is here, with voting running from April 16-17. Voting can be conducted both online and in person in front of the university union. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace, photos courtesy of the ASI election candidates)
Meet the presidential candidates: ASI election 2025
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Hive Insider: Campus workers seek unionization, former Sacramento King becomes basketball head coach and DEI support challenges
ASI Student Engagement and Outreach office, where ASI employees work to promote programs and services Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Students and campus faculty have discussed forming a new union after multiple allegations of union-busting and discrimination were raised against ASI.
Campus workers seek to form union following allegations against ASI
A student was arrested after driving erratically in Parking Structure 1 and hitting another student with their vehicle Monday, Nov. 10, 2025. The vehicle, a white Ford Explorer, was equipped with red and blue lights and sirens, the driver was seen yelling “ICE-RAID.”
Sac State student arrested for assault and impersonation of a police officer on campus
A Sacramento State Police car along the American River Bike Trail after responding to a call Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Sac State PD released the Clery report last Tuesday, informing students of the rise in crime on and around campus.
Reports of campus crime rose over 200% since 2021, according to Clery Report
The Sacramento State Police Department issued a timely warning notice regarding a sexual battery case that occurred in Hornet Tunnel Tuesday, May 14. The investigation is ongoing and it is unknown if either party involved attends Sac State.
BREAKING: Sexual battery occurred in Hornet Tunnel
Sacramento State’s Police Department Deputy Chief Christina Lofthouse stands outside of the campus police department Wednesday, April 24. Lofthouse held a press conference regarding the assault and robbery of a male student on campus.
Assault of male student on campus believed to be targeted, campus police says
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Jamarie Crawford presenta a Stephanie la Capitana de Brown Berets. MEChA organizó la protesta en el patio de la biblioteca el lunes 27 de octubre. Estudiantes y personal de Sac State se reunieron el lunes para unirse a la lucha por los derechos de la comunidad latina en medio del clima político.
Estudiantes opinan sobre la protesta de MEChA
Conversando sobre leyendas mas conocidas en Latinoamerica: SIN FILTRO
Conversando sobre leyendas mas conocidas en Latinoamerica: SIN FILTRO
Platicando con Toribio Cuevas: De Todo un Poco Podcast
Platicando con Toribio Cuevas: De Todo un Poco Podcast
Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Los estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan durante la protesta contra la inmigración que tuvo lugar el martes 11 de febrero de 2025 en el patio de la biblioteca. La protesta consistió en testimonios personales, discursos informativos y cánticos en apoyo a la comunidad inmigrante.
Estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan con los inmigrantes indocumentados
La Universidad Estatal de Sacramento anunció una iniciativa que implementará el primer y más grande sistema universitario impulsado por IA. La CSU planea poner a disposición estas herramientas en las próximas semanas. (Gráfico hecho en Canva por Kai Arellano)
CSU anuncia iniciativa para crear un sistema universitario impulsado por inteligencia artificial
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
El Centro de Servicios Estudiantiles está localizado en Lassen Hall. El centro está aceptando a estudiantes que siguen esperando ayuda financiera el 9 de septiembre, 2024. Con préstamos de FAFSA siendo retrasados debido a cambios del sistema, los estudiantes han buscado ayuda en las oficinas de servicio financiero de Lassen Hall.
Cambios y retrasos de FAFSA amenazan a los estudiantes financieramente vulnerables de Sac State.
Un grupo de personas marchando el 22 de febrero de 2025, llevando banderas de México. La multitud se dirige hacia el Capitolio y la sede de ICE en Sacramento.
Protesta ‘Aquí Estamos’ reunió a la comunidad en apoyo a los derechos de los inmigrantes
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newsom rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
Vincenzo Rodriguez y Asher Franco-Carreño platican con estudiantes de la Universidad Estatal de Sacramento durante la Bienvenida Queer en el salón de baile de la Unión Universitaria, el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Rodríguez y Francro-Carreño dijeron que aprovechan de muchos recursos en Sac State incluyendo el Pride Center.
La Bienvenida Queer celebra un nuevo año escolar
Senior guard Prophet Johnson drives to the hoop against Presbyterian on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. Johnson finished the game with eight points and six rebounds against the Blue Hose.
Hornets knock the socks off the Blue Hose with last second stop
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams darts into the end zone for the game winning play against Idaho Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. Williams threw 176 yards and a touchdown to sink the Vandals.
Vandals Vanquished: Sac State snatches victory from the jaws of defeat
Senior forward Jeremiah Cherry goes for a layup against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Cherry finished the game with 22 points and nine rebounds.
Harvest failure: Hornets unable to produce a win against the Aggies
Redshirt senior guard Benthe Versteeg and junior guard Natalie Picton lead the Hornets on the hardwood out of a timeout Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Vertseeg fouled out in the second half, which led Picton to take control of the game for the win against UC San Diego. (Courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Lost in their own wake: Hornets cast a gray shadow over San Diego in first road win
Senior guard Prophet Johnson is helped up by his teammates after drilling a buzzer beater against UC Santa Barbara Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Johnson is shooting a scorching 61% from deep through three games this season.
The Double Dribble: Sacramento State basketball begins a season of change
Senior guard Prophet Johnson drives to the hoop against Presbyterian on Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. Johnson finished the game with eight points and six rebounds against the Blue Hose.
Hornets knock the socks off the Blue Hose with last second stop
Senior forward Jeremiah Cherry goes for a layup against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Cherry finished the game with 22 points and nine rebounds.
Harvest failure: Hornets unable to produce a win against the Aggies
Redshirt senior guard Benthe Versteeg and junior guard Natalie Picton lead the Hornets on the hardwood out of a timeout Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Vertseeg fouled out in the second half, which led Picton to take control of the game for the win against UC San Diego. (Courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Lost in their own wake: Hornets cast a gray shadow over San Diego in first road win
Senior guard Prophet Johnson is helped up by his teammates after drilling a buzzer beater against UC Santa Barbara Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Johnson is shooting a scorching 61% from deep through three games this season.
The Double Dribble: Sacramento State basketball begins a season of change
Junior guard Jahni Summers is contested on a fastbreak dunk Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Summers finished the game with 10 points.
Hornets fall to the Gauchos in western-style shootout
Redshirt sophomore Jakob Poturnak clinks helmets with his teammates Thursday, April 17, 2025. Poturnak had 10 hits, including a home run, over the 3-game series against GCU.
Hornets go antelope hunting in the high desert, return with first place in hand
Senior right fielder Ryan Christiansen reaches second on a double against the Highlanders Friday, April 25, 2025. Christiansen scored four RBIs against Riverside, thanks to an RBI single and a 2-run homer.
Hornets finish marathon week 3-2 after sweeping Highlanders
Senior outfielder Tyler White walks back to the dugout after the end of an inning against Seattle University Saturday, April 12, 2025. White had three RBIs to go along with three hits, propelling the Hornets to a near-comeback.
Sac State finds themselves lost in the shadow of snowy Sierras in double-digit defeat
Senior center fielder Tyler White’s teammates cheer for the batter after he reaches on a hit by pitch Saturday, April 19, 2025. White went 2-8 against the Lancers but had an RBI in each of the final two games of the series.
Hornets bring out the cavalry in series win against Lancers
Senior center fielder Tyler White stands ready at the plate Saturday, April 12, 2025. White went 2-5 against Davis, while scoring three runs on a dagger home run in the ninth inning.
Hornets take Aggies out to pasture in revenge win against Causeway rivals
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams darts into the end zone for the game winning play against Idaho Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. Williams threw 176 yards and a touchdown to sink the Vandals.
Vandals Vanquished: Sac State snatches victory from the jaws of defeat
Senior offensive lineman Aiden Meek lines up on the offensive line as they get ready to create running lanes against Montana on Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Meek has been a force to be reckoned with this season, averaging 254.3 rushing yards a game.
Hornets look to prevent damage as they face off against the Vandals
Senior running back Rodney Hammond Jr. breaks loose against Montana, Oct. 24, 2025. Hammond rushed for 191 yards against Portland State Saturday, putting him just 36 yards away from breaking the 1,000 yard mark this season.
No safe harbor: Sac State runs the Vikings aground
Freshman running back Jaquail Smith carries the ball between defenders in a game vs. Montana Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Smith has been emerging in his true freshman season, adding in 375 yards and four touchdowns while sharing carries in a loaded backfield that has 2,432 rushing yards this season.
Sac State sets sail for Portland as they face the Vikings
Sacramento State announces “Live at the Hive,” a series of postgame performances featuring popular rap, hip-hop and R&B artists starting Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Featured artists include J Álvarez, DDG, Mariah Angeliq, Lil Yachty, Quavo and Blxst. (Photos courtesy of Sac State and The State Hornet, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)
Athletics hype and postgame concerts leave students wondering about campus priorities
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 women's team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Senior defender Isabella “Vinny” Vinsonhaler catches the ball against Big Sky conference opponents Northern Arizona Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Vinny played the full 90 minutes of the game, and the Hornets tied 1-1.
From Idaho to Sac State, Hornet soccer captain leads with heart and hustle
Sophomore forward Sean Battistessa throws his arms towards the sky in frustration over a call against UC San Diego at home Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. The Hornets went on to score two goals in the victory over the Tritons.
Sacramento State’s struggle bus breaks down on the causeway against UC Davis
Viking senior defender Kalo Iongi attempting to get past Hornet sophomore midfielder Tierra Pickell. Iongi was a thorn in the Hornets’ side all game long, as she won the ball back for the Vikings several times with her electrifying pace.
Farewell, farewell: Hornets face defeat to Vikings in final Big Sky appearance
Zac Giles celebrates his goal with Donovan Sessoms against UC San Diego, Saturday. Oct. 25, 2025. Sacramento State finished off the match for their first Big West Conference win of the season by a score of 2-1.
UC San Diego gets skewered: Hornets cook the Tritons in Sacramento
Sophomore forward Eli Reyneveld keeps the pressure on the backline of Cal Poly, Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2025. Sacramento State drew with the Mustangs after scoring an early goal.
Shut down and shut out in Santa Barbara: Hornets get corralled by the Gauchos
Junior outfielder Faith Epperson yells in celebration after stealing third base Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Sac State won this game soundly, ending 9-1 against Pacific.
Bats as hot as the weather: Hornets win big versus Pacific
The Hornets celebrate one of their 26 runs Friday, April 25, 2025. Sac State added 38 runs total in its weekend sweep of Montana.
Sac State freshmen lead the way in series sweep versus Montana
Freshman third baseman Madison Evers-Lyles gets ready to make a play towards first base for an out Friday, April 18, 2025. The Hornets split on this day, but Evers-Lyles dominated, adding in two runs and a home run on the day.
A bright spot in a series loss: Hornets’ head coach wins her 300th game
Junior outfielder Lafulafu Malepeai lines up to bat against Northern Colorado Saturday, April 12, 2025. Malepeai was vital in Sacramento State’s sweep of Northern Colorado.
Taking honey from a Bear: Sac State sweeps Northern Colorado
Junior pitcher Danyelle Leone throws a pitch vs Fresno State Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Her two strikeouts helped in the Hornets’ 3-2 comeback win.
Sac State brings the momentum home, dominating on the road before beating Fresno State
Freshman forward Summah Hanson, distance runner Brandon Moreno, sophomores Kara Houghton and guard Benthe Versteeg, junior Zoe Ewell and senior third baseman Lewa Day all broke individual and season records in February of the spring semester. Six total records were broken by the Hornets and three more were tied. (Photos by Brionna Woody and Rinn Lee, photos courtesy of Sac State Athletics and Rhianna Kahley / NAU Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Ryan Lorenz)
Sac State finishes a month full of records
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 State's 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
Freshman Gur Libal stands ready to return an oncoming ball Thursday, April 26, 2025. Sac State lost to Montana 4-0 in the Big Sky Conference Tournament in Phoenix, Arizona.
Putting the season behind them, men’s tennis looks ahead to a bright future
Sacramento State Hornets raise the trophy as back-to-back champions Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Hornets swept in both the semifinals and the finals, moving to the NCAA Tournament where they’ll face the California Golden Bears.
Championship ace in a familiar place: Hornets raise the trophy once again
Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return an oncoming ball from Montana State with a forehand motion Friday, March 21, 2025. Walker won her match at second singles, contributing to the 7-0 sweep against their Big Sky opponent.
Sac State looks for second ring as they attempt to answer the call
Sophomore Henry Lamchinniah returns with a backhand swing against UC Davis Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Lamchinniah went on to lose the singles match at first, and the Hornets lost 1-4 against the Aggies.
Sac State reloads, not rebuilds, in youth-driven title defense
Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return the oncoming ball with a forehand motion against Grand Canyon University Saturday, April 12, 2025. The sophomore’s match went unfinished, as the Hornets acquired three straight singles wins to complete the 4-0 sweep.
Cross Court Chronicles: Quick wins, sweet sweeps
Sacramento State women's volleyball team celebrating against Northern Arizona Thursday Nov. 6, 2025. The Hornets won the match 3-2
Hornets split five-set thrillers versus Northern Arizona and Northern Colorado
Senior setter Kate Doorn serves up the perfect delivery for senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer to spike the ball against the Idaho Vandals Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. The Hornets put the six-game win streak on the line Thursday at 7 p.m. against the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks.
Hornets maintain winning streak with smooth cruise through the jungle
Senior setter Kate Doorn sets up her teammate sophomore middle blocker Skyler Gartin against the Eastern Washington Eagles Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. She finished the game with 29 assists in a three-set sweep over the Eagles.
Hornets roll through 12 straight sets to keep home win streak intact
Senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer goes up for a kill against the Montana Grizzlies Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025. The Hornets won 3-2.
Pandas or Pandemonium? Hornets handle Montana and Montana State
Victoria Marthaler celebrating with Greta Davis Sept. 20, 2025. The Hornets will be back at home Thursday at 7 p.m. against Montana.
The North Remembers: Hornets fall to Northern Colorado and Northern Arizona
The Neighbourhood delivered their fifth studio album “(((((ultraSOUND))))” on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. The album takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions with lead vocalist Jesse Rutherford’s lyricism. (Photo courtesy of Warner Records, graphic created in Canva by Jada Portillo)
‘OMG’ The Neighbourhood is back with a new album
The StingerStudio Makerspace opened its doors to campus creatives for its fourth annual Create, Make and Share Faire Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Participating students showcased their projects, from 3D printed trinkets and tools to paintings on canvases and paper prints.
Creativity, ingenuity and opportunity: the StingerStudio Makerspace fosters student learning
Wooden and limestone hand-carved animals are displayed on a wooden pedestal Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. These carvings display the intricate detail and the delicate time taken to hand-create such detailed pieces.
‘The Sankofa Exhibit’ invites students to connect with the past through ancient Zimbabwean culture
“Good Fortune” (2025) is produced, written and directed by Aziz Ansari and stars Ansari alongside Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen and Keke Palmer. This body-swap comedy is a contemporary take on the “guardian angel” trope previously explored in movies like “It’s a Wonderful Life” or “Dogma.” (Photos courtesy of Lionsgate. Graphic created in Canva)
Movie Notes: Keanu Reeves, chicken nuggies and the meaning of life in ‘Good Fortune’
“In Bloom: an exploration on identity” featured a variety of queer art pieces created by Mikaela Kristianous Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. They blended personal and LGBTQ+ identities through self-portraits and spiritual connections into one exhibit for viewers to reflect and take pride in.
‘In Bloom: an exploration of identity’ art gallery invites students to resonate and connect with queer identity
The StingerStudio Makerspace opened its doors to campus creatives for its fourth annual Create, Make and Share Faire Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Participating students showcased their projects, from 3D printed trinkets and tools to paintings on canvases and paper prints.
Creativity, ingenuity and opportunity: the StingerStudio Makerspace fosters student learning
Wooden and limestone hand-carved animals are displayed on a wooden pedestal Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. These carvings display the intricate detail and the delicate time taken to hand-create such detailed pieces.
‘The Sankofa Exhibit’ invites students to connect with the past through ancient Zimbabwean culture
“In Bloom: an exploration on identity” featured a variety of queer art pieces created by Mikaela Kristianous Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. They blended personal and LGBTQ+ identities through self-portraits and spiritual connections into one exhibit for viewers to reflect and take pride in.
‘In Bloom: an exploration of identity’ art gallery invites students to resonate and connect with queer identity
Alex Khau stands in front of two of his works Tuesday, Oct. 28, 2025. The two pieces are fantasy-themed, which Khau said was inspired by the game Dungeons and Dragons.
‘Painted Ego’ showcases the faces and fantasies of Sac State artist
The second annual Sacramento Poetry Week is back from Oct. 20 until Oct. 26, 2025. The week-long poetry celebration offers seven days of unique events to uplift and educate the city’s evolving community. (Graphic created in Canva)
PREVIEW: Sacramento poetry pillars bring back Sac Poetry Week
Enjoy the best fall flavors with cozy drinks and seasonal treats Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. This guide highlights where to find them and how to make some at home, perfect for anyone craving autumn vibes. (Graphic made in Canva)
Bites, brews and baking: A guide for fall treats
Terra Madre Americas attendees enjoy the indoor market at Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. Inside, people got to browse different vendors giving out samples of food from farmers and chefs.
Flavor and Tradition: Terra Madre Americas celebrates farming food culture
Crowds gather at the Our Street Night Market to grab a bite, listen to beats and enjoy the vibes Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. From food trucks to live DJ sets, there were various ways to experience downtown nightlife.
Downtown after dark: Our Street Market returned to celebrate Sacramento culture
Having dietary restrictions isn’t a reason not to enjoy good food! Find out about five local Sacramento restaurants and the delicious meals they serve, accommodating everything from vegan to gluten-free options. (Graphic made in Canva)
Alternative restaurants for your dietary needs
Alex Blaise, also known as SacBoyEats, enjoys a moment with a coffee in hand. The candid shot captures his enthusiasm for local coffee shops, a key part of his mission to celebrate Sacramento’s diverse food scene and local eateries. (Photo courtesy of Erin Blaise)
Mentor and food blogger uplifts Sacramento students and small businesses
The Neighbourhood delivered their fifth studio album “(((((ultraSOUND))))” on Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. The album takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions with lead vocalist Jesse Rutherford’s lyricism. (Photo courtesy of Warner Records, graphic created in Canva by Jada Portillo)
‘OMG’ The Neighbourhood is back with a new album
Sacramento State announces “Live at the Hive,” a series of postgame performances featuring popular rap, hip-hop and R&B artists starting Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Featured artists include J Álvarez, DDG, Mariah Angeliq, Lil Yachty, Quavo and Blxst. (Photos courtesy of Sac State and The State Hornet, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)
Athletics hype and postgame concerts leave students wondering about campus priorities
Rapper Lil Yachty performs after the Homecoming football game where Sacramento State beat the University of Northern Colorado Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. Lil Yachty only performed for eight minutes before cutting his appearance short due to safety concerns.
Upcoming post-game concert prompts safety concerns after unsuccessful Lil Yachty performance
Crowds push, pull and clamor over each other as they watch a performance at Aftershock 2025 in Discovery Park Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. Performances included genres like hardcore, emo, hard rock, nu-metal and many others throughout the festival. (Photo courtesy of Nathan Zucker)
As above, so below: Aftershock 2025 unleashes underground and up-and-coming rockstars
“The Life of a Showgirl,” Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, was released Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The album showcases classic radio pop music with funky, unique beats, similar to Swift's older albums. (Graphic created in Canva by Claire Harrell)
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ adds fun pop to its ‘Wi$h Li$t’
Mike Infante posed for the camera in front of greenery at Sacramento State March 28, 2025. Infante gained media attention through performing in bodybuilding competitions and has since made it to the big screen playing Nick in the recently released “Freaky Tales.”
From curtain call to camera roll: Sac State student, actor and disability advocate makes Hollywood debut
Nate Duke Lopez as Christopher Boone reaching upward in the Playwrights’ Theatre on March 18, 2025. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time delves into the story of a 15-year-old neurodivergent boy as he goes on a journey to solve unexpected mysteries. (Photo by Charr Crail)
‘Does that mean I can do anything?’: Sac State play aims to demystify neurodivergency
The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
‘When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story’ flips the script on Black theater narratives
(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
“Good Fortune” (2025) is produced, written and directed by Aziz Ansari and stars Ansari alongside Keanu Reeves, Seth Rogen and Keke Palmer. This body-swap comedy is a contemporary take on the “guardian angel” trope previously explored in movies like “It’s a Wonderful Life” or “Dogma.” (Photos courtesy of Lionsgate. Graphic created in Canva)
Movie Notes: Keanu Reeves, chicken nuggies and the meaning of life in ‘Good Fortune’
Professor Eric Claravall poses in Hinde Auditorium Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. Claravall and his ad hoc committee hopes to spread more awareness on the culture and history of the Filipino community.
Keeping history alive: Filipino American History Month Planning Committee strives to publicize Filipino narratives
Ready to grab your popcorn, get cozy and binge-watch horror movies in the name of Halloween? From classics to modern gems, The State Hornet has you covered with our top five horror movies. (Graphic made in Canva by Chiara Karagianes and Najay Lewis)
Chills and thrills: Five ghostly good horror movies
“Scooby-Doo” is the live-action adaptation of the classic 1969 cartoon with an early 2000s aesthetic. It starred some of the most recognizable young stars in Hollywood at the time. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures, Graphic created in Canva by Omid Manavirad)
Movie Notes: ‘Scooby Doo’ Monsters, Mystery and Y2K
“Himala,” directed by Ishmael Bernal and released in 1982, was screened in Sacramento State’s Filipino American History Month Film Series Oct. 8, 2025. The film stars Nora Aunor, Gigi Dueñas and Laura Centeno. (Photo courtesy of Experimental Cinema of the Philippines and AppleTV. Graphic created in Canva by Gabriel Solis).
Filipino American History Month Film Series: ‘Himala’ review
Honoring Native American history and how to support the community
Honoring Native American history and how to support the community
Students writing a self-reflection about how they view themselves, following the identity mosaic activity at the “Open Mic: Living Our Truths Showcase” in the University Union Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025. The room was packed with students engaged in the activities and speeches.
‘Open Mic: Living Our Truths Showcase’ elevates student voices and explores self-identity
Caption: Students attending the protest displayed signs with slogans such as “Existence is Resistance” in the Library Quad Monday, Oct. 27, 2025. Students without a sign of their own were provided one by organizers.
‘No Fear, No Hate, No ICE at Sac State’: Students demand action to protect Latinx students
Professor Clovis Karam posing by the bookshelf in his office Thursday, Sept. 25, 2025. Karam is always doing research, furthering his own education.
The Fatherly Professor: Clovis Karam’s unique way of educating
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State students and alumni spotlight the significance of folklórico
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State students and alumni spotlight the significance of folklórico
Hornet Hub: Basic Needs Resource Center
Hornet Hub: Basic Needs Resource Center
Honoring Native American history and how to support the community
Honoring Native American history and how to support the community
Assembly Bill 1460: A Five-Year Retrospective
Assembly Bill 1460: A Five-Year Retrospective
Family demands answers as convicted offender allegedly enrolls at Sacramento State University
Family demands answers as convicted offender allegedly enrolls at Sacramento State University
Sac State Says: New housing requirements announced
Sac State Says: New housing requirements announced
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The Nature of the Hive: Peaking in life with Peak Adventures!
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Hive Insider: New live-in policy, post-concert statements, No Kings protest and more
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
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Theatre Rats REDUX Ep1: A walk through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’
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Hive Insider: Grand openings, memorials and more
The State Hornet Podcast: Causeway Boxing Classic, rejection of Prop 6 and the Native American College
The State Hornet Podcast: Causeway Boxing Classic, rejection of Prop 6 and the Native American College
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, 'For the People' gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, ‘For the People’ gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Stadium renderings, La Bienvenida and Ace of Spades
The State Hornet Podcast: Stadium renderings, La Bienvenida and Ace of Spades
The State Hornet Podcast: Winter commencement to be held in Golden 1 Center, FAFSA delays cause issues
The State Hornet Podcast: Winter commencement to be held in Golden 1 Center, FAFSA delays cause issues
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
State Hornet Spotlight: The power of Latiné
State Hornet Spotlight: The power of Latiné
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
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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
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Jamarie Crawford presenta a Stephanie la Capitana de Brown Berets. MEChA organizó la protesta en el patio de la biblioteca el lunes 27 de octubre. Estudiantes y personal de Sac State se reunieron el lunes para unirse a la lucha por los derechos de la comunidad latina en medio del clima político.
Estudiantes opinan sobre la protesta de MEChA
Conversando sobre leyendas mas conocidas en Latinoamerica: SIN FILTRO
Conversando sobre leyendas mas conocidas en Latinoamerica: SIN FILTRO
Platicando con Toribio Cuevas: De Todo un Poco Podcast
Platicando con Toribio Cuevas: De Todo un Poco Podcast
Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
Hornet Hub: Basic Needs Resource Center
Hornet Hub: Basic Needs Resource Center
Honoring Native American history and how to support the community
Honoring Native American history and how to support the community
Assembly Bill 1460: A Five-Year Retrospective
Assembly Bill 1460: A Five-Year Retrospective
Family demands answers as convicted offender allegedly enrolls at Sacramento State University
Family demands answers as convicted offender allegedly enrolls at Sacramento State University
Sac State Says: New housing requirements announced
Sac State Says: New housing requirements announced
Senior mechanical engineering major John Anderson (right) gives second-year mechanical engineering major Kyle Clemons (left) last minute instructions Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Clemons was one of the drivers for Hornet Racing that raced on the small skid-pad at Thunderhill Raceway in Willows.
Sac State racing team revved up for first NorCal Shootout
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
GALLERY: Sacramento State basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
References to toppling royalty were abundant in signs held by No Kings Day protestors Saturday, June 14, 2025. The crowd began forming in front of the Capitol at 10 a.m. and continued until the crowd began to disperse around 1 p.m..
GALLERY: Thousands gather at State Capitol for “No Kings Day” protest
Students held a banner at the front of the Out of the Darkness Walk Thursday, April 10, 2025. The banner stated the name of the event.
GALLERY: Students come together for annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
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Esmeralda Garcia is a junior transfer and journalism major at Sacramento State. This is her first semester at The State Hornet, and she has journalistic interests in environmentalism, social justice, culture and the arts. She hopes to get a master’s degree in either English or Journalism in the future. Outside of journalism, she enjoys creative writing, reading, drawing and the outdoors.

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The Nature of the Hive: Peaking in life with Peak Adventures!

Push yourself out of your comfort zone and into the great outdoors
Esmeralda Garcia and Eli Keller
November 17, 2025
Feeling adventurous? Get to know more about what SacState’s Peak Adventures program has to offer in this interview with the program’s director, Valerie Regner, and their outdoor adventure manager, Kendal Willenbrock!
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA

State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA

The student-run organization provides a safe space for Latino students in the face of adversity
Esmeralda Garcia, Staffer
October 15, 2025
Guests Jessica Ramirez, Valeria Murillo and Katherine Robles discuss the Chicano student organization MEChA, also known as el Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlán or the Chicano Student Movement of Aztlán, its roots and the importance of cultural community.
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Theatre Rats REDUX Ep1: A walk through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’

Singing, Dancing and a lot of untapped potential
Kristopher Caalim, Julian Panela, Myranda Martinez, and Esmeralda Garcia
October 14, 2025
Kristopher Caalim sits with Myranda Martinez, Esmeralda Garcia and Julian Panela to discuss the 2021 film “In The Heights.” The four discuss the movie’s merit as a piece of Latino representation in film, and whether Lin-Manuel Miranda's idea of culture is relevant.
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Hive Insider: Grand openings, memorials and more

Hosts Samuel Bierdeman and Esmeralda Garcia give you the latest on campus news
Sam Bierdeman and Esmeralda Garcia
October 13, 2025
On this episode of Hive Insider, we discuss recent Sacramento State news, from major legislative bills affecting our campus to exciting grand openings.
Adam Piron, the Director of the Indigenous Program at the Sundance Institute (left), Roberto Fatal, director of “En Memoria” (middle) and Quinne Larson, the director of “Field Recording” (right), discuss important topics regarding Indigenous films during the panel Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The audience prompted questions for the panel members, providing the audience with an interactive experience following the film viewing.

Culture in motion: The Sundance Institute brings Indigenous film to Sacramento

The Crocker Art Museum champions Indigenous voices in film
Esmeralda Garcia, Podcast Staffer
October 7, 2025
The renowned Sundance Institute, a nonprofit that platforms independent filmmakers, visited Sacramento’s Crocker Art Museum Saturday, Sept. 27 as one of the stops on its ongoing Indigenous film tour. Two of the featured directors joined the screening for a follow-up panel discussion.
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