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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] Sacramento State hosts the 6th International Conference on Genocide

Representatives share their knowledge and experiences of genocide
In this video, we gathered interviews and footage from the 6th International Conference on Genocide held at Sacramento State. Leaders and guest speakers traveled internationally to share their experiences during the three-day event which included various panels displaying tragedies, reflections, prevention and unity.

[Video] President Luke Wood announces launch of Sac State’s Native American College

The institution will begin fall 2025 for freshmen and transfer students
Luke Wood announces the beginning of the new Native American College in fall 2025.

[Video] Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results

Trump’s sweeping victory leaves students with both hopes and concerns
Amidst a deeply divided political scene, Donald Trump won the presidential race last week with 312 electoral votes and the popular vote. Sac State students shared their hopes and concerns in response to the news.

[Video] Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?

Students share what creatures they think they can take on
Evan Patocka and Daniel Gonzales ask Sac State students about the most dangerous animal they could take on.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates

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...

Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been the sole Sac State Folklórico dance instructor for 15 years.

[Photo] ‘It gives you a sense of freedom’: Sac State Folklórico instructor teaches intersectionality through dance

Delaney Joyce, Arts & Entertainment Editor
October 31, 2024

Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been...

[Video] Sac State Says: Students share their opinions on the announced multi-use stadium

President Wood announced plans to reinvent Hornet Stadium for athletics and campus events
Skylar Findlay and Jonathan Santiago
October 24, 2024
President Wood announced plans Sept. 26 to construct a multi-use stadium in collaboration with Populous, a well-known architecture firm. The new stadium will be built where the current Hornet Stadium resides.

[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
February 29, 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)

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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