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Sacramento State President Luke Wood signs the memorandum with Compton College President and CEO Keith Curry in Sacramento Hall Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024. The memorandum is a stepping stone to future programs and establishes a pipeline between CC and Sac State for transfer students.
President Luke Wood signs memorandum with Compton College, establishing direct pipeline to attend Sac State
A group of inmates walk to perform their work duties at Folsom State Prison Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013. Prop 6 would have allowed the incarcerated the option to decline work assignments.
Defeated at the polls, California voters reject Proposition 6
(L-R) Sac State history professor Dr. Michael Vann, former President of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Northern Illinois history professor Eric Jones stand onstage in the University Ballroom Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. President Yudhoyono discussed his experiences with leadership and what he hopes to see from the nation in the future.
International Conference on Genocide concludes with a focus on global unity
The Kwibuka flame of hope statue outside the University Union Ballroom III Nov. 15, 2024. The second day of the Conferance on Genocide put more of a focus on health and healing.
Day 2 of the International Conference on Genocide reflects on trauma and healing
The annual Causeway Classic Blood Drive will be held in the University Union Ballroom from Nov. 18-20. Students can register to donate blood and help Sac State defeat UC Davis in a blood drive competition. (Graphic made in Canva)
Annual Causeway Classic Blood Drive returns to the hive
The National Institute on Artificial Intelligence in Society (NIAIS) launched last year and has since begun steadily implementing new AI-enabled tools to help students and faculty succeed. (Graphic made in Canva)
Sac State’s NIAIS on the future of AI in education
The Collegian’s news page Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. The Collegian is an independent, student run newspaper at Pennsylvania State University and recently saw their newspapers removed from campus without notice.
OPINION – ‘A new form of administrative censorship’: Student journalism is under attack
Lassen Hall houses the Student Service Center, currently accepting students who are still waiting for financial aid September 9, 2024. With FAFSA loans facing delays due to system changes, students have been seeking assistance at Lassen Hall’s financial service offices.
FAFSA delays and changes threaten Sac State’s financially vulnerable students
President Luke Wood speaks at a fee increase town hall in the University Union Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. In announcing the fee increases, Wood said the additional funds would support enhancements to student life at Sac State.
BREAKING: Sac State President Luke Wood announces 4 of 5 student fee increases approved
Sac State President Luke Wood made his annual fall Address on Aug. 22, 2024 about the challenges and success stories over the past year. Wood described the university rising into a leadership role for the entire CSU, despite financial challenges.
President’s fall address highlights Sac State’s assistive programs for students
Students gathered at the ASI Election results party in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Student government leaders for the 2024-2025 academic year were chosen through the election, which saw a 13% voter turnout rate.
Sac State’s ASI elections unveil student apathy and representation concerns
The Associated Students, Inc. holds a results party for the student government elections in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Family and friends of the candidates were able to come out to the event and show support.
Voters support second term for current ASI president with 13% turnout
The ASI Student Government election begins Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. and will run through the evening of Thursday, April 11, 2024. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
FAQ: 2024 ASI student government elections
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
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
The Sacramento Police Department responded to a shooting at the University and 65th Street light rail station around 3 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024. The suspects in the shooting allegedly carjacked someone at gunpoint nearby on Folsom Blvd, the car was found abandoned on campus in parking lot 2.
The near-campus shooting and carjacking: What we know
Un gráfico representando las figuras de las tres ganadoras de Reinas Fiestas Patrias. El concurso de Reina Fiestas Patrias fue dado el día 25 de agosto del 2024 en el Town & Country Event Center donde tres finalistas fueron nombradas. El concurso simboliza la independencia mexicana y el empoderamiento de la mujer. (Grafico hecho por Brionna Woody)
Estudiantes de Sac State en el concurso de Reinas Fiestas Patrias
Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebran Halloween
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’
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 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.
Flores en señal de memoria para Kaylee Xiong en la intersección de Cosumnes River Boulevard y Franklin Boulevard el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Xiong acababa de comenzar su primer semestre en Sac State.
Un estudiante de Sac State murió después de ser atropellada en el sur de Sacramento
Estudiantes frente al Amador Hall protestan por los derechos trans y en contra del evento de Turning Point USA con la ex nadadora universitaria Paula Scanlan el martes 2 de abril de 2024. Varios grupos de estudiantes asistieron a la protesta, como Estudiantes para Educación de Calidad (SQE), Lavender Alliance y Estudiantes Aliados por la Justicia en Sac State.
Defensores de los derechos trans en Sac State protestan en oposición al orador de Turning Point USA
Los estudiantes construyeron casas de campaña, estaciones de refrescos y establecieron bases de primeros auxilios en el campamento pro palestino en el patio de la biblioteca el lunes 29 de abril del 2024. Sac State ahora es uno de los más de 70 campuses con un campamento de protesta
Protestas pro-Palestina empieza en Sac State
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
Sacramento State volleyball in a team huddle after their matchup against Stanford Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. Stanford swept the Hornets 3-0 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Sac State volleyball’s historic season ends with loss to Stanford in NCAA Tournament
Sac State football huddles during the Causeway Classic Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hornets will be looking for a new head coach for the second time in three years.
BREAKING: Sac State head coach stepping down for role at Stanford
Senior outside hitters Bridgette Smith and Caitlin Volkmann at UC Davis Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Smith spiked the ball and Volkmann dug out the ball, but were defeated by the Aggies despite their efforts.
Fifth year senior duo leave their mark on Hornet volleyball
Junior guard Julian Vaughns reading the defense at Haas Pavilion Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. Vaughns is the Hornets’ second-leading scorer this season.
Buzzin’ at the Basket: Much-needed comeback win soured by loss in The Nest
Sacramento State huddles around head coach Aaron Kallhoff during a timeout against University of California, Davis Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. The Hornets are 5-3 on the season after a blowout win in their recent matchup.
Stacking Days: The return of a 3-point sniper gives Sac State’s offense life
Junior guard Julian Vaughns reading the defense at Haas Pavilion Sunday, Nov. 24, 2024. Vaughns is the Hornets’ second-leading scorer this season.
Buzzin’ at the Basket: Much-needed comeback win soured by loss in The Nest
Sacramento State huddles around head coach Aaron Kallhoff during a timeout against University of California, Davis Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. The Hornets are 5-3 on the season after a blowout win in their recent matchup.
Stacking Days: The return of a 3-point sniper gives Sac State’s offense life
Freshman forward Brooklyn Taylor backs down a defender against UC Davis Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024. Taylor averages 4.5 points per game this season.
Stacking Days: Weathering the storm is key for the Hornets to get back on track
Senior guard EJ Neal drives by a defender en route to the basket against Cal Sunday, Nov. 24, 2025. Neal is the Hornets’ third-leading scorer on the season as a transfer from Idaho.
Buzzin’ at the Basket: Quiet week headlined by high-major loss to Cal
Senior guard EJ Neal drives past a Cal defender towards the basket Sunday Nov. 24, 2024. Neal ended with a career-high 16 points.
4 Takeaways from Sac State’s loss to Cal in whistle-heavy outing
Redshirt senior Evan Gibbons releasing a fastball at John Smith Field against Tarleton Friday, April 26, 2024. Gibbons is the only pitcher this season to pitch in a complete game.
A return to prominence for Sac State in Arlington
Senior right fielder Cesar Valero sliding into third base after running from first in the second inning at John Smith Field, against Tarleton State University Friday, April 26, 2024. Valero scored after a single by senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez.
The lows of baseball present themselves to Sac State again
Redshirt senior pitcher Evan Gibbons and sophomore catcher Jacob Cortez celebrating with the team after getting the final strikeout of the inning while walking into the dugout against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Gibbons has a total of 40 strikeouts currently this season.
Another weekend sweep for Sac State baseball in Irvine
Junior catcher Elie Kligman taking a lead at first base at John Smith Field against California Baptist University Friday, April 5, 2024. Kligman is the second player on the team who can switch hits along with senior shortstop Gunner Gouldsmith.
Sac State left seeing red in Stanford
Senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez getting ready to swing against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Bojorquez holds the school record for the most runs by a player in Sacramento State with 143 runs.
Sac State leaves some angry birds in Bellevue
Sac State football huddles during the Causeway Classic Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hornets will be looking for a new head coach for the second time in three years.
BREAKING: Sac State head coach stepping down for role at Stanford
A Sacramento State football helmet sits on the sideline during the Causeway Classic Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. After a 3-9 season, the Hornets look to retool their roster.
Who’s in, Who’s out: Sac State football transfer portal tracker
UC Davis running back Lan Larison stiff arms a Sacramento State defender in the Causeway Classic Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024. The Hornets lost 42-39.
Causeway Classic shootout ends in Hornet heartbreak
Herky the Hornet and the Sac State football team runs out onto the field before their match against Eastern Washington Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. That game was the first conference game played at home for the Hornets.
Sac State looks to redeem season in 70th Causeway rivalry matchup
Sacramento State senior receiver Anderson Grover twisting to make a touchdown grab against Cal Poly Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Grover finished the game second on the team in receiving yards with 7 catches for 63 receiving yards.
Sac State suffers gut-wrenching loss at the hands of Cal Poly
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
Sophomore midfielder Ellie Farber dribbling down the field against Northern Arizona in the first round of the Big Sky Tournament Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hornets went on to eliminate the Lumberjacks on Penalty Kicks 4-3.
Hornets get stomped by top-seeded Trojans in the NCAA Tournament
Redshirt freshman goalkeeper Sierra Sonko makes a diving save in penalty shootouts against Idaho in the Big Sky Championship game Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024. The Hornets won the championship off penalty kicks 7-6 to secure the Big Sky Conference title.
Sac State’s backup goalkeeper wins historic tournament MVP recording 0 minutes
Sacramento State head coach Randy Dedini holding up the Big Sky Conference Trophy after defeating Idaho in the championship game Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024. The Hornets beat the Vandals in penalty kicks, 7-6.
Hornets crowned Big Sky champions after third consecutive win in penalty kicks
Sophomore forward Teysha-Ray Spinney-Kuahuia turns to intercept a pass against Northern Arizona Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Spinney-Kuahuia played 96 minutes against Montana on Friday, including all 20 minutes of overtime.
Hornets get deja vu, once again winning in penalty kicks
Redshirt freshman Sierra Sonko celebrating with team after a game-winning save against Northern Arizona Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hornets move on and advance to the Big Sky Tournament semifinals.
Sac State survives nail-biter against Northern Arizona in penalty kicks
Junior shortstop Gwen Ludwig fielding the ball against Montana at Shea Stadium Friday, April 26, 2024. Ludwig led the Hornets offensively in their first tournament game with four hits and three runs.
Sac State softball smashes through the opposing defenses to keep season alive
Senior third baseman Lewa Day swinging against Montana in her last series at home Friday, April 26, 2024. Day broke the Big Sky Conference record for career home runs in game two against Montana.
The seniors of Sac State softball dominate their last series at home
Haley Hanson standing on first at Shea Stadium against Portland State Saturday, April 12, 2024. Hanson just broke the record for career stolen bases, with 42 successful attempts.
Sac State softball’s bats go quiet until the final game of the series
Senior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitching against Portland State at home Friday, April 12, 2024. Bertuccio currently has the lowest ERA in the Big Sky Conference and holds second place in strikeouts and wins.
Sac State softball struggles to get their bats going against Portland State
Senior left fielder Alexis Parish batting against Santa Clara Friday, March 5, 2024. Alexis Parish was seven for ten in their three game series against Northern Colorado.
Sac State softball plays ring around the bases against Northern Colorado
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
Redshirt freshman Lou Baudouin sitting on a bench outside Yosemite Hall Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Baudouin earned All-Big Sky Conference honors in both singles and doubles in her first full season.
Season-long setback fuels Sac State redshirt freshman to success
Sacramento State men’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Tournament trophy on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets defeated the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 4-1, for the Big Sky Tournament Championship.
‘I was ready to die on the court today’: Men’s tennis gives their all for a championship
The Sacramento State women’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Conference Tournament championship trophy after defeating Weber State 4-2 Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets now have 12 Big Sky Tournament titles.
NCAA Tournament bound: Sac State women’s tennis wins Big Sky Championship
Sacramento State men’s tennis team won a share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after defeating Eastern Washington on April 14 and the women’s tennis team won their share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after ousting Portland State on April 20. This was the first time either team has won a share of the regular season title in over a decade. (Photos courtesy of Sacramento State Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Tennis teams drop rackets for trophies
Seniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki with Sac State men’s tennis head coach Kevin Kurtz after receiving their awards for their achievements Saturday April 6, 2024. The senior ceremony happened after their doubles match against Portland State.
Hornets leave the nest smiling after brutal beatdown of the Vikings
Sacramento State volleyball in a team huddle after their matchup against Stanford Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. Stanford swept the Hornets 3-0 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Sac State volleyball’s historic season ends with loss to Stanford in NCAA Tournament
Senior outside hitters Bridgette Smith and Caitlin Volkmann at UC Davis Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Smith spiked the ball and Volkmann dug out the ball, but were defeated by the Aggies despite their efforts.
Fifth year senior duo leave their mark on Hornet volleyball
Sacramento State volleyball in a huddle during their match against the Idaho Vandals Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 in The Nest. The Hornets swept the Vandals 3-0 and led in every statistical category.
Sac State gets back on track with two wins at home
Sac State senior outside hitter Bridgette Smith jumps up for the kill against senior middle blocker Kendall Robertson and opposite hitter Sophia Wadsworth of the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The Hornets had 56 kills compared to the Lumberjacks’ 42.
Hornets chopped down Lumberjacks but get mauled by Bears
Senior outside hitter Caitlin Volkmann and sophomore middle blocker Karlie Spohn go up for the block against Portland State Friday, Oct.4, 2024. The Hornets frontline came to defend, at one point blocking the Vikings in three consecutive kill attempts.
Hornets bring out their brooms for the fifth time this season
Kendrick Lamar’s newest album “GNX” was released on Nov. 22. The project was released via pgLang and Interscope Records. (Photo courtesy of pgLang and Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Chris D. Johnson)
Kendrick Lamar’s surprise release ‘GNX’ keeps it all the way L.A.
Sacramento is a great place to spend your holiday season. Make the most of it through events such as the Imaginarium at Cal Expo, the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink and more. (Graphic made in Canva by Delaney Joyce and Chris D. Johnson)
November nights and December delights: Sacramento’s top 5 festive holiday activities
Jazz studies director and instructor Greg Johnson (left) leads a saxophonist through a solo during a rehearsal for the 1:30 p.m. Jazz Ensemble in Capistrano Concert Hall Thursday, Nov. 21. Colleague Duncan McElman directs the 3 p.m. Jazz Ensemble, which also performed on Thursday night, Nov. 21.
Jazz Ensembles’ performance swings audience into a new season
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
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Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’
A large altar sits near the entrance to the California Museum Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The altar was erected by local restaurateur Ernesto Delgado in honor of his mother.
Día de Los Muertos art exhibit brings color to the afterlife
Two gallery attendees view four portrait pieces in the University Union Gallery Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. Guests were able to attend a special opening ceremony of the “For the People” photo gallery.
‘For the People’ photo gallery provides a new lens into Sacramento community
Artist reception for the exhibit of ‘Don’t mind if I do,’ in the Sac State library gallery on Sept. 12, 2024. The exhibit is centered around a self-serve restaurant style conveyor belt where the plates of food are replaced with small art pieces meant to be picked up and explored by the participants.
Take a seat for a tactile treat: Exhibit explores accessibility in modern art
The ‘BECOMING’ mural is a central focal point of the murals revealed near the University Union and was created by Heather Hogan, a professor at Sacramento City College Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The murals are the second installment of the university’s “A Place of Belonging Murals” multiyear mural project.
A brush with legacy: Campus mural art unveiling marks a milestone
Senior studio art major Alejandra Ruiz and her art piece depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe from her collection “Tonantzin.” This is one of many paintings where Ruiz depicts religious figures. (Graphic created in Canva and photo taken by Rodrigo Martinez)
BIPOC artists at Sac State bring color and culture to the world of fine arts
Guest Chef Ashly Mejia-Ferreras showed attendees how to make morir soñando Sept. 24, 2024. Mejia-Ferreras shared that the lime juice needs to be added last or the milk will curdle in the drink.
Dominican culture comes alive at The WELL’s guest chef event
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
A Panda Express worker at the University Union prepares a meal for a Sac State student who ordered Monday, Oct.16, 2023. Featured here is orange chicken, Beijing beef, chow mein and white steamed rice. (Photo by: Asyah Zamani)
The University Union’s must-get food places
(L-R) Lead Student Assistant at Student Health, Counseling and Wellness Services Lauren Batoon, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jennifer Campbell and CalFresh Healthy Living Student Assistant Macey Briones in The Cove Kitchen on the first floor at The WELL Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Campbell is the supervisor for the cooking demos in The Cove Kitchen. (Photo by Alyssa Branum)
Cooking demos teach students to make budget friendly recipes
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
Kendrick Lamar’s newest album “GNX” was released on Nov. 22. The project was released via pgLang and Interscope Records. (Photo courtesy of pgLang and Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Chris D. Johnson)
Kendrick Lamar’s surprise release ‘GNX’ keeps it all the way L.A.
Jazz studies director and instructor Greg Johnson (left) leads a saxophonist through a solo during a rehearsal for the 1:30 p.m. Jazz Ensemble in Capistrano Concert Hall Thursday, Nov. 21. Colleague Duncan McElman directs the 3 p.m. Jazz Ensemble, which also performed on Thursday night, Nov. 21.
Jazz Ensembles’ performance swings audience into a new season
Tyler, the Creator’s seventh studio album “CHROMAKOPIA” was released Oct. 28. All songs were composed and produced completely by Tyler himself. (Photo Courtesy of Columbia Records)
Tyler, The Creator lyricizes his race against time on ‘CHROMAKOPIA’
The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
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
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’
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Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’
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Theater Rats Ep. #1: Kai and Mateo are batty for ‘The Batman’
Betelgeuse (Michael Keaton) returns to haunt the Deetz family with his trademark theatrics and pranks. The beloved character returned to the big screen this fall in the long-awaited sequel “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” directed by Tim Burton. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ proves Burton’s eerie lightning can strike twice
The film poster for the released “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” documentary. “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” is a documentary that follows the journey and life of Bray Wyatt through interviews and was released on Monday, April 1. (Photo courtesy of Peacock)
‘Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal’: A documentary that brings tears to your eyes
“The Goonies” is an 80s classic and pioneer for the bridge between adult and children comedy-films. It is a film worthy of its praise. (Photo courtesy of Warner Brothers Studio and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Back to the 80s: ‘The Goonies”
Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide
Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide
A couple of the many examples of Native American art posted throughout the Esak’timá Center Tuesday, Nov. 27th, 2024. The center is filled with artistic works from Native artists.
Esak’timá Center empowers Native American heritage on campus
President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College
President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College
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) Sac State history professor Dr. Michael Vann, former President of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Northern Illinois history professor Eric Jones stand onstage in the University Ballroom Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. President Yudhoyono discussed his experiences with leadership and what he hopes to see from the nation in the future.
International Conference on Genocide concludes with a focus on global unity
The State Hornet Broadcast: Election reactions, the 6th International Conference on Genocide, Native American College, Causeway Classic and sports updates
The State Hornet Broadcast: Election reactions, the 6th International Conference on Genocide, Native American College, Causeway Classic and sports updates
Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide
Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide
President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College
President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College
Combat U boxer Austin Melendez lands an uppercut on Air Force Academy boxer Justin Bonilla Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. Melendez was the first Sacramento State boxer of the night and earned the team’s first win.
GALLERY: Sac State victorious in inaugural Causeway Boxing Classic
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
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
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Swarm Report: Sac State football falls short against UC Davis, volleyball brings home Big Sky Championship
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Chronically Online Ep 4: Vanderpump Rules Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix Chaotic Split
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Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer become Big Sky Champions, Hornet football’s regression in latter half of season, men’s and women’s basketball’s exciting start
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Chronically Online Ep. 3, Throwback Thursday Edition: Tati Westbrook Reveals Shocking Allegations Against James Charles in ‘Bye Sister’ Video
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: 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
Un gráfico representando las figuras de las tres ganadoras de Reinas Fiestas Patrias. El concurso de Reina Fiestas Patrias fue dado el día 25 de agosto del 2024 en el Town & Country Event Center donde tres finalistas fueron nombradas. El concurso simboliza la independencia mexicana y el empoderamiento de la mujer. (Grafico hecho por Brionna Woody)
Estudiantes de Sac State en el concurso de Reinas Fiestas Patrias
Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebran Halloween
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’
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
The State Hornet Broadcast: Election reactions, the 6th International Conference on Genocide, Native American College, Causeway Classic and sports updates
The State Hornet Broadcast: Election reactions, the 6th International Conference on Genocide, Native American College, Causeway Classic and sports updates
Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide
Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide
President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College
President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Combat U boxer Austin Melendez lands an uppercut on Air Force Academy boxer Justin Bonilla Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. Melendez was the first Sacramento State boxer of the night and earned the team’s first win.
GALLERY: Sac State victorious in inaugural Causeway Boxing Classic
Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out of Darkness Walk Campus Walks Greater Sacramento Area chapter and Pacific Clinic members led participants around campus.
GALLERY: Sac State hosts 13th-annual Out of the Darkness Walk
A collage of Peak Adventures trips from 2021 to 2023 . Madelaine Church shares her experiences through her skills as a journalism student who documented over 10 trips she attended during her time in college. (Photos by Madelaine Church, graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Madelaine Church)
Scrapbook: The experience of a frequent Peak Adventure traveler
Pink Out 2023
Pink Out 2023
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Jacob joined The State Hornet in fall 2022, and served as the spring 2023 visuals editor and now the fall 2023 news editor. He earned his A.A. in journalism at Cosumnes River College and is working on his B. A. at Sac State.
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[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates

Kai Arellano, Evan Patocka, Skylar Findlay, Sharmarke Holif, and Jonathan Santiago
October 31, 2024

Welcome to The State Hornet Broadcast. Multimedia staffers Sharmarke Holif and Skylar Findlay share news that happened at Sac State. We’ll also be joined by podcast editor Evan Patocka and visuals staffer...

The Golden 1 Center stands idle Wednesday March 8, 2023. The 19,000-seat arena could be the home of Sac State basketball if the Hornets are able to move to the FBS level.

[Photo] BREAKING: Golden 1 Center offers to host Sac State basketball if Hornets make the jump to FBS

Evan Patocka, Podcast Editor
October 2, 2024

The Golden 1 Center stands idle Wednesday March 8, 2023. The 19,000-seat arena could be the home of Sac State basketball if the Hornets are able to move to the FBS level.

Golden 1 Center sits empty Wednesday, March 8, 2023. A Graduation Rewind Ceremony will be included in the commencement.

[Photo] BREAKING: Sac State to host winter commencement at Golden 1 Center

Jada Portillo, Digital/Newsletter Editor
September 19, 2024

Golden 1 Center sits empty Wednesday, March 8, 2023. A Graduation Rewind Ceremony will be included in the commencement.

Sacramento State will see the return of its collegiate boxing program, according to an announcement from President Luke Wood on Sunday. According to the announcement, both a coach and executive coach will be announced within the coming months. (Graphic created in CANVA by Jacob Peterson)

Sac State boxing gets another round after 60 years

Collegiate boxing returns to Sac State as CombatU
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
December 11, 2023
Sacramento State will see the return of its collegiate boxing program for the first time in over 60 years, according to President Luke Wood.
Released in 1974, “Black Christmas” features a cast of sorority sisters being picked off by a mysterious killer. Decades later this film’s become both a cult classic and an inspiration for dozens of future slashers. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Black Christmas’

The holidays have never been so horrifying
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
December 8, 2023
Released in theaters almost half a century ago, “Black Christmas” presents classic slasher thrills while addressing feminist themes.
The California Faculty Association headquarters on K Street, Friday, Dec. 1, 2023. Despite recommendations from an independent factfinder, the CFA and California State University were unable to come to an agreement.

BREAKING: Factfinding report provides recommendation for CSU and CFA bargaining

The CSU agrees to 13 of the 15 recommendations
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
December 1, 2023
An independent factfinding report on the negotiations between the CSU and CFA was released on Friday, providing recommendations on 15 topics.
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’

Not recommended for those with bee allergies
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
December 1, 2023
Few cult classics earn their praise as much as 1992’s “Candyman”, a gothic horror set in the then modern day.
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’

A triumph 30 years in the making
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
November 17, 2023
Animated movies are rarely straight horror flicks, but “Mad God” proves the medium can be a perfect vehicle for the genre.
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’

Horrifying, but not in a good way
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
November 10, 2023
A horror comedy set on an isolated island resort all about sex and drugs, you’d be forgiven for expecting more fun than “Club Dread” provides.
The contents of the grocery bags being handed out for the inaugural Hornet Harvest event near the Library Quad, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. The event was sponsored by the Aramark Regional and looked to distribute up to 500 bags to Sacramento State students.

[Photo] Sac State hosts inaugural Hornet Harvest Gathering

Michael Pepper, Staffer
November 9, 2023

Sac State students visit some of the tables set up for the Hornet Hospitality event near the Library Quad, Wednesday, Nov. 8, 2023. Around 40% of undergraduates face food insecurity, according to a press...

Members of the California Faculty Association gather at an event to celebrate the strike authorization vote at Amador Hall’s seating area, Thursday, Oct. 26, 2023. The CFA announced on Nov. 9 that it will be holding rolling strikes from Dec. 4 to Dec. 7

BREAKING: CFA announces strikes across CSU campuses

The one-day strikes will take place across various CSU campuses
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
November 9, 2023
The California Faculty Association has announced they will be holding multiple one-day strikes across California State University campuses in early December if a new contract is not agreed on.
“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’

Lock your doors before watching this flick
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
November 3, 2023
Released in 2008, “The Strangers” takes a more psychological approach to scaring its audience, though it still maintains a degree of brutality.
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 world's 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’

Probably shouldn't have been called 'Halloween III'
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
October 27, 2023
Robots, masks and pagans, oh my! This polarizing entry to the "Halloween" franchise may not be perfect, but it has its own cheesy charm.
Getting a limited release in 2006, “Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon” does a lot with its microbudget of under $70,000. While it still doesn’t fully live up to its premise, it still manages to be a solid addition to any horror movie lineup. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image Courtesy of GlenEcho Entertainment)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon’

A movie more interesting in premise than execution
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
October 20, 2023
A slasher film made for slasher fans, “Behind the Mask: The Rise of Leslie Vernon” is a solid horror flick, but doesn’t fully live up to its premise.
One of the most divisive entries in the “Friday the 13th” franchise, the series fifth film “A New Beginning” was one of many attempts to try something new with the franchise. While the idea of a new killer donning the mask is fine on paper, its execution doesn’t live up to the challenge. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Paramount Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Friday the 13th: A New Beginning’

Also known as the one without Jason in it
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
October 13, 2023
A polarizing film in the “Friday the 13th” franchise, “A New Beginning” is an attempt at taking the series in a new direction.
An additional four members of CapRadio's Board of Directors have resigned, Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023. There are only seven directors left on the board. (Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson, Photo by Cristian Gonzalez)

BREAKING: CapRadio Board of Directors sees another round of resignations

Currently there are only seven members left on the board
Jenn Galinato and Jacob Peterson
October 11, 2023
Sacramento State confirmed four more members of the CapRadio Board of Directors have resigned from their positions in a press release Wednesday evening.
Considered by many to be the first true slasher movie, Mario Bava’s 1971 classic “A Bay of Blood” helped define the genre. Even over five decades after its initial release, this bloody thriller still manages to hold up as an entertaining flick. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, image courtesy of Nuova Linea Cinematografica)

Hornet Horrors: ‘A Bay of Blood’

There may be imitators, but there's only one original slasher flick.
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
October 6, 2023
One of the most influential horror movies ever made, Mario Bava’s “A Bay of Blood” defined what elements made up the slasher movie nearly a decade before the genre’s golden age.
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

President Wood and ASI president see recent resignations as an opportunity to look forward
Mercy Sosa, Jacob Peterson, and Julianna Rodriguez
October 5, 2023
Both the president of Sacramento State and the President of Associated Students Inc. weighed in on the recent resignations from the CapRadio Board of Directors.
Over half of the CapRadio Board of Directors have resigned from their positions, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. In their resignation letter, the board members claimed the decision was due to a lack of good faith from Sacramento State in working with them. (Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum, photo by James Fife)

BREAKING: CapRadio Board Members resign

The resignations follow the ASI president’s request
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
October 4, 2023
Members of the CapRadio Board of Directors have announced their resignation from the board following the report of a troubling audit.
California Faculty Association Sacramento Chapter President Anne Luna during a union demonstration at the University Library Quad, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Luna said the different unions were demonstrating together in a show of solidarity ahead of potential strikes.

[Photo] BREAKING: CSU union representatives demonstrate ahead of potential strikes

Julianna Rodriguez and Analah Wallace
October 4, 2023

California Faculty Association Sacramento Chapter President Anne Luna during a union demonstration at the University Library Quad, Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Luna said the different unions were demonstrating...

Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, the president of Sacramento State Associated Students Inc., requested members of CapRadio’s Board of Directors to resign in a statement made to The State Hornet, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023. In the statement, Andrade-Dominguez said the board's poor management and poor internal handling of the CapRadio situation necessitates a restructuring. (Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson, photo of Andrade-Dominguez by Alyssa Branum, photo of CapRadio building by James Fife)

BREAKING: ASI president calls for CapRadio officers and finance committee to resign

The request comes following an incredibly troubling CSU audit of the auxiliary
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
October 2, 2023
Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, the president of Sacramento State Associated Students Inc. has called for members of the CapRadio Board of Directors to resign.
Considered by many to be a classic of the golden age of Hollywood, 1955’s “The Night of the Hunter” delivers a folk tale-like atmosphere that’s equal parts serene as it is terrifying. Add in an amazing performance from Robert Mitchum as serial killer and self-proclaimed preacher Harry Powell and it’s easy to see how this movie earned its praise. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Studios)

Hornet Horrors: ‘The Night of the Hunter’

A near-perfect mix of horror and beauty
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
September 29, 2023
Long lauded as a classic of filmmaking in general, “The Night of the Hunter” mixes scares with a fairytale-like atmosphere.
The on-campus location for Sacramento State auxiliary organization CapRadio, Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023. According to a California State University audit, the organization has not paid rent for the space since their lease was terminated in September of 2022.

BREAKING: CSU audit uncovers CapRadio’s unpaid rent and loans

‘It’s one of the worst audits that the CSU has seen in years’
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
September 27, 2023
Financial and administrative mismanagement were the highlights of an audit on CapRadio by the CSU.
In collaboration with ASI, Sac State President Luke Wood conducts a listening forum on Zoom to hear out student concerns with the campus Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023. The next sessions will be similar to town halls previously conducted, but will take place at the University Union Ballroom.

President Luke Wood gleans students’ concerns at ‘100 days of listening’

Grievances include mental health, unresponsive staff, financial aid and campus safety
Michael Pepper and Jacob Peterson
September 26, 2023
President Luke Wood speaks on his action plan at ‘100 days of listening’ student forum; an opportunity for students to share perspectives with university leadership.
Considered a classic of Canadian film and a cult haunted house hit, “The Changeling'' 1980 does a lot to earn those accolades. It may not be the scariest horror flick to hit the silver screen, but it’s certainly one of the most well made. (Image courtesy of Chessman Park Productions)

Hornet Horrors: ‘The Changeling’

A horribly efficient screenplay
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
September 22, 2023
A cult classic, 1980 Canadian horror film “The Changeling,” does a lot to earn its place in the lexicon of haunted house flicks.
Students walking outside the University Union Tuesday, Sep. 12, 2023. A sexual assault was reported on Sep. 6, though the incident itself occurred in March at the University Union.

Sexual assault reported at University Union

The incident occurred in March but was only recently reported
Jacob Peterson and Cristian Gonzalez
September 15, 2023
Another incident of sexual assault has been reported to campus police, with the incident taking place back in March.
One of many adaptations of the works of horror author H.P. Lovecraft, 1985's "Re-Animator" manages to also be one of the best. A great example of an 80's cult classic, this flick has all the blood and cheesiness you could want. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image courtesy of Empire Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Re-Animator’

The best film adaptation of Lovecraft’s work
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
September 15, 2023
With a healthy combination of cheesiness and gory effects, the 1985 “Re-Animator” is exactly what you’d look for in an 80s cult classic.
Filmed on location in Ireland in the 1980's, "Rawhead Rex" is a rare divergence from the slasher flicks domination the box office at the time. Unfortunately that novelty doesn't do nearly enough to carry what's ultimately a pretty middling film. (Graphic created in Canva by Ariel Caspar, Image Courtesy of Empire Pictures)

Hornet Horrors: ‘Rawhead Rex’

From the mind that brought you ‘Hellraiser,’ this is… well, not that
Jacob Peterson, News Editor
September 8, 2023
While ‘Rawhead Rex’ isn’t the first adaptation of Clive Barker’s works to hit the silver screen, it was the one that made him take the reins of future adaptations.
While swarms of students are back on campus, Sacramento State’s campus community saw significant news over the summer. Join The State Hornet in recapping some of the most important stories of the summer. (Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum, Photos by Jacob Peterson, Alyssa Branum and Cristian Gonzalez.)

Summer Recap: An armed robbery and more news

Jacob Peterson
August 29, 2023
The State Hornet has all the summer news you missed from new administrators to a fatal car accident on campus.
The Hornet Commons, where the Aug. 4 armed robbery took place, Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023. According to a timely warning notice from Sac State one of the suspects was armed with a handgun.

[Photo] Armed robbery at the Hornet Commons

August 29, 2023

The Hornet Commons, where the Aug. 4 armed robbery took place, Tuesday, Aug. 29, 2023. According to a timely warning notice from Sac State one of the suspects was armed with a handgun.

Nida Niazy appears in court for sentencing at the Sacramento County Superior Court Friday Aug. 25, 2023. Niazy faces time in state prison for sexual assaults committed in 2022 before fleeing to Europe.

BREAKING: Sac State sexual assault suspect sentenced to two-year prison sentence

The no-contest plea to assault will see charges of rape dropped
Jacob Peterson
August 25, 2023
Nida Niazy will only be charged with assault while being forced to pay restitution to the victims as part of a plea deal.
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

The alumnus addresses campus safety and student well-being
Jacob Peterson
August 24, 2023
Sacramento State President Jonathan Luke Wood promises to provide action in support of the campus community in his first fall address.

STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Mother Muerte hypnotize with their fusion of cumbia, metal and rock

Vallejo’s Mother Muerte dabble in cumbia and metal alike
Cristian Gonzalez and Jacob Peterson
August 16, 2023

Enigmatic duo Mother Muerte joins us for the latest installation of Stinger Sound Sessions. Chelsea Salanoa(vocals/guitar) and Jose Cadenas(drums/percussion) grace the newsroom with a gritty fusion...

The California State Auditor releases a report on the California State University’s handling of sexual harassment allegations Tuesday, July 18, 2023. The report found the CSU had mishandled several investigations, including closing cases without formal investigations that warranted them. (Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)

State audit finds CSU mishandled sexual harassment investigations

Over half of the cases reviewed closed without clear rationale
Jacob Peterson
July 18, 2023
An audit of the California State University found severe mishandling of sexual harassment investigations.
The Office of Equal Opportunity in Del Norte Hall, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. According to the Title IX assessment report for Sacramento State, many students were not aware where the office is located on campus.

CSU Title IX report reveals system-wide problems

Report spotlights issues within Sac State’s Office of Equal Opportunity
Jacob Peterson and Chris Woodard
July 17, 2023
The assessment found issues with California State University’s understaffing and lack of consistent guidelines.
Mildred García will be the 11th Chancellor of the CSU following an open session of the board, Wednesday, July 12, 2023. García has served as president of CSU Fullerton and CSU Dominguez Hills. (Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson, photo courtesy of calstate.edu)

BREAKING: CSU Board of Trustees announces new Chancellor

Mildred García to be the first Latina CSU chancellor
Jacob Peterson
July 12, 2023
The California State University Board of Trustees selects Mildred García as the new chancellor of the CSU.
The Associated Students Inc.’s Appellate Council decided they will not hear the appeal from SSIS Director-Elect Nikita Akhumov (left) Tuesday, June 13, 2023. Isabella Jimenez (right), the runner up candidate, will take over the position the fall 2023 semester. (Photos provided by Sacramento State; graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard)

ASI Appellate Council will not hear candidate’s appeal over disqualification recommendation

Runner-up Isabella Jimenez will take over SSIS director position
Jacob Peterson
June 20, 2023
The ASI Appellate Council has found there were no valid grounds for the appeal.
Nida Muhummad Nyazi, 32, following his arrest in Germany, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. The FBI announced in a press release on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, that Niazy had been returned to the U.S. to stand trial for alleged sexual assaults (Photo provided by Sacramento Sherriff’s Department; graphic made on Canva by Jacob Peterson)

Sexual assault suspect extradited back to the U.S.

The suspect returned to the U.S. following his German arrest
Jacob Peterson
May 30, 2023
Suspect Nida Muhammad Nyazi will appear before the Superior Court of California for his alleged sexual assaults at Sacramento State University.
The hearing for complaints filed against Nikita Akhumov by Isabella Jimenez for the 2023 ASI elections in the University Union, Wednesday, May 10, 2023. The Committee released its decision regarding that hearing on Wednesday, May 24, recommending Akhumov be disqualified for campaign interference.

Elections complaints committee recommends disqualification for ASI student candidate

Committee ruled evidence of campaign interference met burden of proof
Jacob Peterson
May 25, 2023
Two complaints filed by election opponents sparked committee hearings and final recommendations.
Jonathan Luke Wood will be taking over as the president of Sacramento State on July 16, according to a CSU press release Wednesday, May 24, 2023. A Sac State alumnus, Wood returns after working with San Diego State University since 2011. (Photo courtesy of CSU, CalstateTEACH)

Sac State alumnus Jonathan Luke Wood returns to Hornet’s nest as new president

Former SDSU diversity officer, vice president of student affairs brings experience to Sac State
Jacob Peterson
May 24, 2023
Wood is coming to Sacramento State after working at San Diego State University since 2011.
Jonathan Luke Wood will take over as Sacramento State President on June 16, according to an email from the Office of the Chancellor, Wednesday, May 24, 2023. Wood is a Sac State alumnus, having earned his bachelors in Black history and politics. Photo of Wood courtesy of the CSU. Graphic created in Canva.

Board of Trustees appoints Jonathan Luke Wood as new Sac State President

Sac State alumnus will take over presidency July 16
Jacob Peterson
May 24, 2023
The CSU Board of Trustees has selected the replacement for Robert Nelsen.
The Sacramento Kings ended a 17-year-long playoff drought this season. While they still haven’t reached the peaks of their past, the team has finally become something Sacramento can be proud of again. (Graphic created in Canva by Jack Freeman)

OPINION: The Kings mean more than just basketball

At last, Sacramento has a team to be proud of
Jacob Peterson, Visuals Editor
April 13, 2023
The 2022-2023 basketball season made the Kings something to be proud of again.
Graphic created in Canva.

Cinema Obscura S2 Ep. 1 : ‘The Cable Guy’ vs. ‘Excalibur’

James Fife, Casey Rafter, Alyssa Branum, Jacob Peterson, and Aile Flores
April 5, 2023
Is Jim Carrey humorous to all…or not?
Sac State Salsa Loca Club President Isabel Chavez in the University Union Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Before becoming the club’s president, Chavez said she served as its treasurer and helped revive the club after the COVID-19 pandemic.

[Photo] Latin dance club returns to campus after pandemic hiatus

Jasmine Ascencio
April 4, 2023

Class attendees and Salsa Loca Club members pose for a group photo after the Cumbia lesson in the Redwood Room of the University Union Wednesday, March 1, 2023. Club Treasurer Kueleza Vega said the club...

The Golden 1 Center on Wednesday, March, 8, 2023. Golden 1 is the anticipated designation for Sacramento State’s commencement ceremonies, spanning from May 19-21. (Photo by Jacob Peterson, Graphic made in Canva by Tierra Tilby).

[Photo] FAQ: The essential do’s, don’ts for graduation

Tierra Tilby
March 12, 2023

The Golden 1 Center on Wednesday, March, 8, 2023. Golden 1 is the anticipated designation for Sacramento State’s commencement ceremonies, spanning from May 19-21. (Photo by Jacob Peterson, Graphic made...

The Martin Luther King Jr center and the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center will open their doors to students Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. The MLK Center, originally established in 2015, will be reopening as part of a relaunch, while Tuesday will mark the grand opening for the new APIDA Center. (Graphic created on Canva by Jacob Peterson)

[Photo] Sac State launching two student centers in dedication to educational equality

Jourdan Jackson
February 26, 2023

Photos lining the wall in the MLK Center Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023. Both the MLK and APIDA Centers have art displayed to represent the communities they hope to serve.

PRIDE Center Coordinator candidate Brittney Dinelli on the third floor of the University Union Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. Dinelli’s open forum was the first of three to highlight potential candidates to fill the space left by the previous coordinator, Tranh Pham.

[Photo] PREVIEW: PRIDE Center in search of a new coordinator

Jourdan Jackson and Alyssa Branum
February 26, 2023

Candidate Brittney Dinelli addresses audience questions while Kimberly Gomez, chair of the PRIDE Center coordinator search, moderates in the University Union Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. Dinelli answered questions...

Sac State alumna Emmerald Evans was one of several students who went through the foster system. She said her ultimate goal was to become an attorney for foster youth, inspired by her own experience. (Profile photo: courtesy of Emmerald Evans. Background photo: Jacob Peterson. Graphic made in Canva by Kamelia Varasteh)

‘They’re going through higher education by themselves’ : The foster student experience

Only 3-5% of foster students are estimated to complete undergraduate studies
Jacob Peterson, news staffer
December 3, 2022
Foster students represent an often ignored section of the campus community, facing unique challenges.
Graphic created in Canva.

Cinema Obscura Episode 5: The Black Hole, Event Horizon

Steven Gutierrez Jr., James Fife, Michael Pacheco, and Jacob Peterson
November 30, 2022
Cinema Obscura Hosts James and Steven talk with Jacob and Michael about movies “The Black Hole” and “Event Horizon” and what happens when evil scientists stay on starships for a little too long.
Third-year business major Hailey Neves studies on the second floor of the University Library on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022. Neves said making more study rooms available would be good for those looking for a secluded place to study.

University Library to put locks on quiet study rooms

Use of the rooms will be limited to increase availability to students
Jacob Peterson, news staffer
November 30, 2022
The University Library plans to convert the quiet study rooms to keyed rooms over winter break.
Ethnic Studies Professor Anthony Burris outside of Tahoe Hall Oct. 19. Burris, a member of the Ione Band of Miwok, worked with the university as a representative of his tribe in repatriating items, prior to teaching at Sac State.

Archaeological curation facility working with Native tribes to recover remains

‘Our ancestors have been waiting for a long time.’
Jacob Peterson
November 21, 2022
Sacramento State has been in consultation with tribes to return remains and cultural items in accordance with CalNAGPRA and Assembly Bill 275. Non-federally recognized tribes now get a say in the repatriation process.
(De izq. a der.) Jenn Galinato, estudiante de tercer año de ciencias políticas y periodismo, y Robert Gonzales, estudiante de tercer año de ciencias políticas, en el salón de baile de la Unión Universitaria el miércoles 9 de noviembre de 2022. Ambos estudiantes esperaban que se hablara más sobre cómo respondería el campus a los recientes incidentes de grafitis antisemitas.

[Photo] Sac State tuvo una asamblea en respuesta al antisemitismo en el campus

Gavin Hudson, Chris Woodard, and Alexis Pedroza
November 19, 2022

(De izq. a der.) Jenn Galinato, estudiante de tercer año de ciencias políticas y periodismo, y Robert Gonzales, estudiante de tercer año de ciencias políticas, en el salón de baile de la Unión Universitaria...

First-year social work major Keana Quintero outside of River Front Center on Tuesday, Nov. 15. Quintero said she has become more aware of her surroundings since the reporting of the sexual assaults.

Students are more cautious after multiple sexual assaults on campus

‘It kind of made me feel uneasy about being here’
Jacob Peterson and Hailey Valdivia
November 16, 2022
Students said they would like to see more security and lighting on campus.
The Sacramento Police department released this photo of Nida Muhammad Niazy, also known as ‘Zayn’, on Sunday, Oct. 6, 2022. Niazy is the suspect of two sexual assaults that occurred on and off campus and is not enrolled at Sac State. (Photo courtesy of Sac State PD).

BREAKING: Sexual assault suspect ‘Zayn’ identified by Sacramento State Police

A warrant has been issued for 31-year-old Nida Muhammad Niazy
Jacob Peterson and Gavin Hudson
November 16, 2022
Nida Muhammad Niazy, 31, has not yet been located by police.
(L-R) Third-year political science and journalism major Jenn Galinato and third-year political science major Robert Gonzales stand in the University Union Ballroom on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. Both students were hoping to see more talk on how the campus would respond to recent incidents of antisemitic graffiti.

[Photo] Sacramento State holds town hall in response to antisemitism on campus

Gavin Hudson and Chris Woodard
November 9, 2022

(L-R) Third-year political science and journalism major Jenn Galinato and third-year political science major Robert Gonzales stand in the University Union Ballroom on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022. Both students...

President Robert Nelsen (right) and his wife Jody (left) sitting at Hornet Stadium during Sac State homecoming football game against Northern Arizona University on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021. Nelsen, who announced his retirement in a video featuring him and his wife, said that nobody should serve in his position for longer than eight years.

‘It’s time to hang ‘em up’: President Nelsen’s descent into retirement

Student’s expectations for the future of Sac State
Alyssa Branum, Jacob Peterson, and Justine Chahal
November 7, 2022
President Robert S. Nelsen retires from his role at Sac State after seven years. Students share their reactions to his departure and their hopes for how they want the next president to be.
Charles Starzynski died Oct. 20, 2022 after suffering at least one gunshot wound in a shooting in East Sacramento, according to the Sacramento Police Department. Starzynski was one of the first hosts of CapRadio, according to a memo sent to staff. (Photo of CapRadio: Jacob Peterson. Photo of Charles Starzynski: courtesy of CapRadio. Graphic: created in Canva by Kamelia Varasteh)

Remembering the late CapRadio pillar Charles Starzynski on and off the air

The former program director died in a shooting last month
Jacob Peterson, news staffer
November 7, 2022
The former CapRadio host was identified by police as the victim of a fatal shooting during a robbery in East Sacramento last month.
Edificio 1 en el centro de vivienda estudiantil The Crossings el domingo 30 de octubre de 2022. El tiroteo tuvo lugar alrededor de las 2:15 a. m. en el cuarto piso después de que comenzó una pelea durante una fiesta de Halloween. (Gráfico creado en Canva).

NOTICIA DE ÚLTIMA HORA: Oficiales responden a reportes de un tiroteo en residencia de estudiantes

Un testigo dice que llamó la policía después de escuchar una conmoción afuera de su puerta
Dominique Williams, Jacob Peterson, and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
November 7, 2022
El estudiante de Sac State y residente de Crossings dijeron que se sienten inquietos después del tiroteo que ocurrió afuera de la puerta de su apartamento
Building 1 at The Crossings student living facility on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. The shooting took place around 2:15 a.m. on the fourth floor after a fight started during a Halloween party. (Photo taken by Jacob Peterson. Graphic created in Canva.)

BREAKING: Officers respond to reports of shooting at student living facility

A witness says she called police after hearing a commotion outside of her door
Dominique Williams and Jacob Peterson
October 30, 2022
Sacramento State student and Crossings resident witness said they feel unsettled after the shooting that happened outside of their apartment door.
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