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The State Hornet

The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

Student news without fear or favor
Jonathan Santiago

Jonathan Santiago, Multimedia Editor

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Jonathan Santiago is in his third semester at The State Hornet, returning as the multimedia editor. He is an economics major and hopes to work as a financial analyst. During his free time, he spends time with his friends and loved ones.

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[Video] La Bienvenida: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with community

Serna Center takes over the library quad with Banda Orgullo and cultural dancing
Kai Arellano and Jonathan Santiago
October 1, 2024
La Bienvenida allowed new and incoming students to experience Latino culture and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Students gave their opinions on what the event meant to them.

[Video] Anything But Sports! Ep. 3: Homemade breakfast treats with Summah Hanson

Cereal-ously a great time!
Siany Harts
October 1, 2024
Former Sac State women’s basketball Player Summah Hanson brought her A-game to the set of Anything But Sports! The Australian native assists host Siany Harts with making homemade treats, while passing along some words of wisdom.
Attendees enjoy the hip hop music on the green channel provided by DJ Jay Hernandez, Sept. 5, 2024. Hernandez referred to his listeners as the “green goblins” whenever a popular song he knew listeners would like was next.

[Video] Sac State’s UNiQUE brings the silent beats and heat

Students dance and vibe in their musical world of choice
Sac State’s UNiQUE program hosts a double header event in the University Union featuring a silent disco and hip-hop artist Sleepy Chi.
Brenda Romero, profesora de español en Sac State y directora de Voces de Sacramento, dentro de su oficina el martes 16 de abril, 2024. Romero habla de lo que es Voces de Sacramento y por qué es importante que gente del área de Sacramento participen.

[Photo] Vista Previa: Voces de Sacramento

Alejandro Barron
May 22, 2024

Brenda Romero, profesora de español en Sac State y directora de Voces de Sacramento, dentro de su oficina el martes 16 de abril, 2024. Romero habla de lo que es Voces de Sacramento y por qué es importante...

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports

A fatal shooting and carjacking, new ASI government and sports coverage on baseball and tennis.

[Video] Divest, Defend, Declare: Sac State community comes together at pro-Palestine encampment

Mercy Sosa, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2024
Pro-Palestine encampment, a form of protest occurring at universities worldwide, commenced at Sacramento State’s Library Quad on Monday.
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.

[Photo] Assault of male student on campus believed to be targeted, campus police says

Mercy Sosa
April 24, 2024

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...

[Video] Student protest takes over Sac State campus regarding 34% tuition increase

The event included speakers and a march to the President's office.
Sac State students gather to protest and share their concerns over the 34% tuition that is set for the fall 2024 semester.

[Video] A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students

The incident took place at a popular light rail station for commuting students on 65th Street
Samin Vafaee and Anthony Golston
April 3, 2024
After a shooting and carjacking took place near Sacramento State’s campus, student shared their reactions.

[Video] Anything But Sports! Ep. 2 Storytime & Homemade Slime with Carlos Hill

Slime flies when you’re having fun!
Siany Harts
April 2, 2024
A proud dog dad, Miami native and street taco connoisseur, this Sacramento State senior wide receiver is full of surprises on the second episode of Anything But Sports. Carlos Hill and host Siany Harts make D.I.Y. slime as they chat about Hill’s journey to making his football dreams a reality.

[Video] Sac State Says: The most significant women in our lives

For every famous woman there is an underrated hero in students' lives
Ismael Martinez Castillo
March 31, 2024
In recognition of Women’s History Month, we asked Sac State students about who they think is the most important woman in their lives.

[Video] Presidenta de ASI dedica su tiempo, esfuerzo y amor a los estudiantes: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast

Angelica Vera-Franco, Copy Editor
March 27, 2024
Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, presidenta de ASI y estudiante de ciencias políticas en Sacramento State nos habla sobre su posición de presidenta como mujer latina.

Sac State students celebrate spring break in style

A chance to recoup and rejuvenate for the week

With spring break in full swing, The State Hornet asked students about spring break this year and ones in the past. Many were excited to travel or catch up on some sleep during break, while others spoke...

[Video] The True Black History Museum brings over 1,000 ancient artifacts for students to view

Signed records by Aretha Franklin, Muhammad Ali artifacts and more
Tyler Webb and Samin Vafaee
March 1, 2024
“The True Black History Museum” brings over 1000 artifacts from the 1700’s to the student union in honor of Black History Month.

[Video] CFA strike on the first day of spring 2024

CFA and CSU reached a tentative agreement after one day of the strike
Jonathan Santiago, Multimedia Editor
February 9, 2024
The California Faculty Association went on strike for the second time this academic year, trying to negotiate for higher wages, better working conditions and benefits. We spoke with faculties and students about the strike.

[Video] UNiQUE presents a groovin’ silent disco

Sac State students choose their own adventure through music
Delaney Joyce and Jada Portillo
February 6, 2024
UNiQUE brings a silent disco to the University Union Ballroom to get students pumped about the new semester, featuring songs by PSY, Kendrick Lamar and Daddy Yankee

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Grooblen stokes musical curiosities and lyrical intrigue

Cabaret rock and dream-psyche of the San-Franciscan variety
Cristian Gonzalez
January 26, 2024
Songwriter Ellie Stokes enlists the help of friends to give shape to this “cabaret dream punks psyche” project.

[Video] Eventos en conmemoración al Mes de Herencia Hispana, la reacción estudiantil a noticias sobre DACA, y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (12/5/23)

Alejandro Barron and Angelica Vera-Franco
December 5, 2023
El Avispón del Estado les trae cobertura de los eventos en conmemoración al Mes de Herencia Hispana, la reacción estudiantil a noticias sobre DACA y más.

[Video] Black Friday is here and it can get crazy at stores

Students share their Black Friday plans and experiences
Asyah Zamani
November 24, 2023
With the most chaotic shopping day of the year here, students share their plans and experiences for Black Friday.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Pride Week, pro-Palestine protests and more CapRadio resignations

Get up-to-date on what’s happening at Sac State with Zoya and Tobi
Students for Justice in Palestine organized a march, four more members resigned from CapRadio’s Board of Directors and the PRIDE Center held a Pride Fair in the Library Quad.

[Video] A glimpse into the movement of preserving Indigenous cultures

Matías Mera and Juan Miranda showcase Latin art and music in a Hispanic Heritage Month Conversatorio
Jonathan Santiago and Angelica Brito
October 23, 2023
Sacramento State students reflect on the erasure of Indigenous art and culture in a conversation with Professor Juan Miranda and producer/director Matías Mera at the “Conversatorio.”

The State Hornet Broadcast: Cultural celebrations, CapRadio’s financial mishandlings and football heroics

Tobi and Zoya give a glimpse into some of The State Hornet’s latest news
The State Hornet broadcast team goes over our latest stories including the World Culture Festival, CapRadio’s mismanagement and Hornet football’s latest win over Northern Arizona.

[Video] El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union

DJ LG and Banda Uriense join Sac State for El Grito!
Angelica Brito
September 18, 2023
Sac State UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha packed the University Ballroom for a celebration of Mexican Heritage.
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