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Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
jKaiLord chanting “No justice, no peace” while marching throughout Sacramento on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023. jKaiLord was among several protesters to call for justice after the death of Tyre Nichols, who died days after being beaten by Memphis police officers.
‘I’m sick and tired of being sick and tired’: Sacramento community mourns death of Tyre Nichols
Sacramento State gives Nelsen farewell finger
Sacramento State gives Nelsen farewell finger
Photo by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Julie Blunt
TIMELINE: Sexual assault at Sac State
President Robert Nelsen sits upon his throne at his roast Jan. 20, 2023, in the Union Ballroom. The roast was hosted by his fellow administrators and was set in place of a spring address.
Sac State celebrates President Robert Nelsen with departing roast
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
Shamelessly Relevant: Queerbaiting
Shamelessly Relevant: Queerbaiting
Shamelessly Relevant Ep. 1: Queerbaiting
Shamelessly Relevant Ep. 1: Queerbaiting
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion editor, Hannah Asuncion audits the coverage at The State Hornet midway through the fall semester. Asuncion shares the improvements within each sections and which need more coverage for next time. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa.
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Fall 2022 midway audit results
Derrold Barry, a first-year educational leadership and policy studies graduate student, and fifth-year criminal justice major Rashad Azim stand in front of the Project Rebound office located in Lassen Hall Thursday, Dec. 12, 2022. The program assists students previously affected by the criminal justice system.
Dismantling roadblocks: program provides second chance for previously incarcerated students
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. The State Hornet calls on the administration and the Sac State Police Department to increase transparency with the campus community and provide concrete plans for the solutions proposed. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa. Photo by Alyssa Branum.
EDITORIAL: How are you keeping your campus community safe, Sac State? Your students would like to know.
(L-R)Philosophy Lecturer and CFA Membership and Organizing Co-Chair Jonathan Chen, Assistant Art Professor Mya Dosch and Sacramento City College student Pascal Dao running a CFA awareness booth outside the Sacramento State Library Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022. The booth was meant to spread awareness on recent salary increases for the highest earners in the CSU system.
Sac State faculty, California Faculty Association members on compensation inequality
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. Jimenez voiced her criticisms about how the sexual assaults have been handled during a community forum organized by student leaders.
‘It is really starting to feel like no one is safe here’: Sac State students demand action at town hall
The State Capitol on Friday, Oct. 21. Assembly Bill 2282 was first read on Feb. 16, and had to go through committees and amendments before making its way to the governors desk. (Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa)
Recent legislation looks to deter antisemitic vandalism
(L-R) Nataly Andrade-Dominguez, Laura De la Garza Garcia, Lexa Estrella and Salma Pacheco are four out of five ASI board members that are of hispanic descent. The women hope to be role models to other young women through their leadership role at Sac State. (Graphic created on Canva by Alexis Hunt and Mercy Sosa)
Today’s student voice, tomorrow’s role models
Newly elected ASI Government candidates pose for a group picture following the announcement of the voting results on Thursday April 7, 2022. The candidates will be serving their term from 2022-2023.
Sac State ASI election winners announced after voting draws 9.6% turnout
Sarah Budean, a junior with an undeclared major, sits in front of the University Union on Monday, April 4, 2022. Though she said she didn’t know much about the upcoming ASI board elections, Budean offered her thoughts on what an ideal candidate should do to earn more votes.
Rock the vote? Students know little to nothing about ASI elections
Elaine Vang, who is majoring in public health studies at Sacramento State, studies at the AIRC at Sac State on Feb. 21. Vang said she used the previous HEERF grant funds to pay for bills and textbooks. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
CHA-CHING: Final HEERF grant to be distributed to Sac State students
Sacramento State Vice President of Student Affairs Ed Mills discusses grants for students in the spring 2022 semester at an Associated Students Inc. meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 8, 2021. The university will be disbursing $20 million total to students after the fourth week of the semester.
Sac State students will receive another HEERF grant in spring 2022
Photo by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Julie Blunt
TIMELINE: Sexual assault at Sac State
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. The State Hornet calls on the administration and the Sac State Police Department to increase transparency with the campus community and provide concrete plans for the solutions proposed. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa. Photo by Alyssa Branum.
EDITORIAL: How are you keeping your campus community safe, Sac State? Your students would like to know.
Concerned students talk about their need for better safety at sexual assault town hall
Concerned students talk about their need for better safety at sexual assault town hall
State Hornet Broadcast: November update
State Hornet Broadcast: November update
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. Jimenez voiced her criticisms about how the sexual assaults have been handled during a community forum organized by student leaders.
‘It is really starting to feel like no one is safe here’: Sac State students demand action at town hall
“Pantera Negra: Wakanda Por Siempre (Black Panther: Wakanda Forever)” se estreno en cines el Viernes 11 de noviembre de 2022. La película es un cierre emocional en la Fase Cuatro del Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel.(Póster de la película es cortesía de Marvel Studios)
RESEÑA: Pantera Negra: Wakanda por siempre
Tali Rosenberg afuera del Riverfront Center el Miércoles 19 de octubre de 2022. Rosenberg dijo que estaba herida pero no sorprendida por los incidentes en el campus.
‘No creo que los correos electrónicos sean suficientes.’: Estudiantes denuncian actos de antisemitismo en el campus
(De izq. a der.) El Dr. Kengo Akiyama, la Dra. Rita Cameron-Wedding, la rabina Nancy Wechsler, Morgan Beatty y el profesor Harvey Stark forman parte del primer panel en la reunión de la asamblea en la Unión Universitaria el miércoles 9 de noviembre de 2022. Los panelistas discutieron temas para proporcionar un espacio para la curación colectiva y la conciencia comunitaria.
Sac State tuvo una asamblea en respuesta al antisemitismo en el campus
DE ÚLTIMA HORA: Víctima del incidente de puñaladas en un apartamento de estudiantes se ha identificado como un estudiante de Sac State
DE ÚLTIMA HORA: Víctima del incidente de puñaladas en un apartamento de estudiantes se ha identificado como un estudiante de Sac State
Alumna de Sacramento State, Angela Chavez, posa para una foto en el patio de Old Soul Coffee en Oak Park el 7 de octubre de 2022. Chavez dirige la organización Chicas Latinas de Sacramento, que se enfoca en educar a la comunidad a través de la acción cívica y el liderazgo cultural.
Alumna de Sacramento State crea organización local para Latinas
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Buzzin’ Dozen — Edition 4
After a failed medical physical ends Carlos Correa’s stint as a San Francisco Giant ended before it ever began. Graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard. Images courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
OPINION: Where Carlos Correa’s short stop in San Francisco leaves the Giants
The newest Sac State head football coach Andy Thompson holds up a Hornet jersey with Athletic Director Mark Orr Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, in the Welcome Center at Sacramento State. Thompson was the defensive coordinator for the past four years under former head coach Troy Taylor until his announced promotion Thursday.
Sac State introduces Andy Thompson as new head football coach
(L-R) Rick Barros III and Zach Chappell in The Nest before practice Nov. 17, 2022. The duo have played both high school and college basketball together in Sacramento.
Ballin’ since birth: Sac State basketball players aligned since day one
Senior guard Zach Chappell getting up the court against Long Beach State Saturday, Dec.10, 2022, in The Nest. Chappell’s 25 points and game-winning layup sealed a 76-74 win for the Hornets.
Sac State men’s basketball edges out Long Beach State 76-74
(L-R) Rick Barros III and Zach Chappell in The Nest before practice Nov. 17, 2022. The duo have played both high school and college basketball together in Sacramento.
Ballin’ since birth: Sac State basketball players aligned since day one
Senior guard Zach Chappell getting up the court against Long Beach State Saturday, Dec.10, 2022, in The Nest. Chappell’s 25 points and game-winning layup sealed a 76-74 win for the Hornets.
Sac State men’s basketball edges out Long Beach State 76-74
Junior center Isnelle Natabou works inside on the Roadrunner defense on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, at The Nest during a 67-46 Sac State win. Natabou recorded her fourth straight double-double while also adding four blocked shots.
Hornets sink Roadrunners 67-46 on rainy Saturday
Senior Sac State guard Zach Chappell bringing up the ball against Denver Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022, in The Nest. The Hornets snapped their four-game losing streak with a thrilling 87-85 overtime win against the Pioneers behind Chappell’s 24 points and game-winning layup.
Sac State men’s basketball escapes with overtime win against Denver
Hornets junior guard Gianni Hunt contending with UC Davis defense Tuesday, Nov. 22, 2022, at Golden 1 Center. The Hornets dropped their fourth game in a row with a 72-65 loss against Santa Clara Saturday.
Sac State men’s basketball suffers 72-65 loss to Santa Clara
After a failed medical physical ends Carlos Correa’s stint as a San Francisco Giant ended before it ever began. Graphic created in Canva by Chris Woodard. Images courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
OPINION: Where Carlos Correa’s short stop in San Francisco leaves the Giants
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
The 2022 Seniors (L-R) Keith Torres, Trevor Doyle, Martin Vincelli-Simard, Brady Rodriguez, Dawsen Bacho, Brady Rodriguez, Steven Moretto and Nick Iwasa pose at John Smith Field on Sunday, May 15, 2022 as they were honored during Senior Day. “There’s a lot of memories you have with these guys,” Hornet manager Reggie Christiansen said. “Some of these guys have been here six years.”
SERIES RECAP: Hornets take three from Utah Valley in first conference sweep
Sophomores Cesar Valero (left) and Josh Rolling pose in a tree near the River Front Center on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Both Valero and Rolling transferred to Sac State as sophomores and have found a spot in the Hornets lineup.
Sac State baseball sparks friendship for two slugging sophomores
Dawson Bacho posing in the bleachers at the Sac State baseball field. Bacho is set to graduate this spring after a tremendous career at Sac State.
Living The Dream: How baseball impacted Dawsen Bacho and his family
The newest Sac State head football coach Andy Thompson holds up a Hornet jersey with Athletic Director Mark Orr Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022, in the Welcome Center at Sacramento State. Thompson was the defensive coordinator for the past four years under former head coach Troy Taylor until his announced promotion Thursday.
Sac State introduces Andy Thompson as new head football coach
(L-R) Gene and Kyle Sentkowski stand together outside of the Sac State Broad Fieldhouse on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2022. Sentkowski is the school record holder for most field goals in a single season with 21.
Burger King and skating shoes: Family motivates Sac State kicker
Sac State head coach Troy Taylor talks with referees on the sideline Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Hornet Stadium. Taylor was reportedly named one of two finalists to become the newest Stanford head coach.
BREAKING: Troy Taylor leaving Sac State for Stanford head coaching job
(L-R) Sophomore wideouts Devin Gandy and Jared Gipson sit solemnly reflecting on the final scoreboard, Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022. After an undefeated regular season, Sac State’s season ended 66-63 to Incarnate Word in the FCS Quarterfinal.
RECAP: Sac State football’s dream season ends in the FCS Quarterfinals
Sac State head coach Troy Taylor talks with referees on the sideline Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019, at Hornet Stadium. Taylor was reportedly named one of two finalists to become the newest Stanford head coach.
BREAKING: Troy Taylor reportedly named finalist for Stanford football head coaching job
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Cagnei Duncan runs during the 2021 cross-country Mark Covert Classic for Sacramento State on Sept. 4, 2021. She said that this past season, her 10th season running competitively overall, was her favorite season. (Photo courtesy of Cagnei Duncan)
Cross-country runner makes Sac State history
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Weekend Swarm Report: Baseball completes sweep and track starts strong
Sports editor Shaun Holkko and copy editor Robbie Pierce. Both of these State Hornet editors participated in sports they felt had lower profiles in high school.
SPORTS PODCAST: Stories of underrepresented sports
Sac State cross country coach David Monk and a few members of the womens team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Junior forward Austin Wehner during the men’s soccer practice at Hornet Field on Monday, Nov. 21, 2022. Wehner transferred from San Diego State to Sacramento State after three seasons with the Aztecs men’s soccer team.
From newcomer to captain: Sac State men’s soccer forward makes immediate impact
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
Sac State junior forward Austin Wehner passes the ball before a UC Irvine defender can get to him on Wednesday, Nov. 2, 2022, at Bren Events Center. The Hornets were eliminated from the Big West tournament after suffering a 2-0 loss on the road to the Anteaters.
Sac State men’s soccer season ends after 2-0 loss to UC Irvine
Junior defender Jaime Robles poses for a portrait during the men’s soccer practice at the Hornet field on Tuesday, Oct. 14, 2022. Robles, a 6’3” junior from Fremont, California, joined Sacramento State men’s soccer in 2019.
Decision Time: Sac State men’s soccer captain still determining his future
Head coach Randy Dedini speaks to his team in a huddle during practice on Friday, Sept. 25, 2021, at Hornet Soccer Field. The Hornets are set to open up Big Sky play in a road matchup against Weber State on Wednesday.
Women’s soccer coach uses teaching ability to lead team to playoffs
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
Senior middle blocker Tiyanane Kamba-Griffin (left) and senior setter Ashtin Olin (right) attempting to block a hit against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. Despite a rocky 4-8 start, the Hornets dominated the Bengals 3-0 to get out to a 2-0 start in the Big Sky. (credit: Dylan McNeill)(Illo By James Fife)
Swarm Report Week 3: Women’s soccer’s first win, softball’s season begins and more
Freshman shortstop Nikki Barboza posing at Shea Stadium on Monday, May 16, 2022. Barboza has a batting average of .316 this season.
Sac State softball shortstop thrived in her first season despite the positional switch
Junior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitches against Southern Utah University at Shea Stadium on Saturday, May 7, 2022. Bertuccio was nearly unhittable this weekend as she threw a no-hitter in her first win; she threw five scoreless innings in her second win to complete the sweep.
No-hitter! Sac State softball team sweeps Southern Utah University
[File Photo] Junior second baseman Rylee Gresham lays down a bunt against Portland State. Gresham was able to score a run this weekend as a pinch-runner against Weber State.
Sacramento State softball swept on the road by Weber State
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Sacramento State track and field throwers Shantel Nnaji (left) and Erin Whelan (right) pose in front of Tahoe Hall Friday, April 29, 2022. Both have made their names in Sac State track and field history through succeeding in record-breaking throws.
Breaking Sac State records two throwers at a time
Sacramento State Sophomore sprinter LaTrouchka Duke poses at Hornet Stadium track on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Duke has recently placed second in the 60 meter Big Sky championship finale.
Sac State Track and Field sophomore sprinter makes strong return
Devonn Johnson and teammate keep the lead on San Jose State at Sacramento States Hornet Invitational at Hornet Stadium on Saturday March 20, 2021. Sacramento State’s relay team placed second against San Jose.
Photo Gallery: Sac State Track and field team hosts Hornet Invitational
Setter Ashtin Olin sets the ball for teammates Bridgette Smith or Sarah Falk to spike during the third set of Sacramento State’s last game at home against Portland State University at the Nest Sunday, March 13, 2021. The Hornets lost the match against Portland State with a final score of 3-1.
SWARM REPORT MARCH 13: Rough day for Sac State sports, all teams lose
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Buzzin’ Dozen – Edition 1
Maddy Ferreros stands in front of the Sac State tennis court after finishing her training on April 20, 2022. She was named the Big Sky Conference womens tennis co-player of the week on April 5, 2022.
Sacramento State women’s tennis newcomer gleams in first season
Sac State junior Ori Maior serving against Montana State Thursday, April 14th, 2022 at the Bobcat-Anderson Tennis Center. The Hornets dropped their regular-season finale against the Bobcats 7-0.
Sac State’s Men’s Tennis suffers massive loss at Montana State
Sac State sophomore Rudolfs Aksenoks returns a serve to teammate Mate Voros on the other side of the court, Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, Asenoks is 4-0 this season in singles matches.
PREVIEW: Sac State’s men’s tennis team faces Saint Mary’s after two straight losses.
Freshmen Rudolfs Aksenoks and Jan Silva fist bumping during their doubles set against Saint Mary’s Friday, March 12, at the Sac State tennis courts. The men’s tennis team lost the match 4-1.
Sac State men’s tennis continues struggle of recruiting U.S. players
(FILE) Sac State junior middle blocker Kalani Hayes and junior outside hitter Caitlin Volkmann attempting to double block a ball at the net Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, against Idaho at The Nest. The Hornets ended their season with an even record of 15-15.
Hornets eliminated from the Big Sky tournament by Northern Colorado
(FILE) The Sac State women’s volleyball team gathers for a quick huddle during their game against the Montana Grizzlies on Thursday Oct. 6, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets continue in the Big Sky tournament on Friday against University of Northern Colorado.
Hornets defeat Montana Grizzlies 3-1 in playoff quarterfinals
Sac State volleyball players huddle before going into their next set against Idaho State on Friday, Nov. 18, 2022 at The Nest. The Hornets are now 14-14 overall and 10-6 in the Big Sky play heading into the Big Sky tournament.
Sac State volleyball falls 3-2 at home against Portland State in the regular season finale
Bridgette Smith poses for a portrait before womens volleyball practice at The Nest on November 1, 2022. After being named second team all-conference as a freshman, Smith was named first team all-Big Sky conference in 2021 as a sophomore.
‘I’m an undersized hitter’: Bridgette Smith leaves her impact on the court
Sac State volleyball players celebrate immediately after scoring against Idaho on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets are now 10-5 in the Big Sky conference play after winning 3-1 against the Vandals.
RECAP: Sac State volleyball dominates both Eastern Washington and University of Idaho at home
Twitter users respond to the news of 343 Industries head of creative, Joseph Staten being reassigned to Microsoft’s publishing division. The thread was flooded with disappointment and melancholy memes. Graphic created in Adobe Photoshop by Gavin S. Hudson.
Halo Doesn’t Deserve This
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Dreamworks Animation.
The Big Picture – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Bookworm Julie Blunt celebrates Lunar New Year by sharing their recommendations to read for Lunar New Year. From “Crazy Rich Asians” to “Iron Widow,” they share a range of genres. (Graphic created in Canva by Julie Blunt).
Diary of a Bookworm: Fun reads to celebrate Lunar New Year
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Blumhouse Productions.
The Big Picture – ‘M3GAN’
What a wonderful time it is as the holidays are right around the corner. The Ultimate Winter Guide has movies, music, and more to get into the spirit during winter break.
Ultimate Winter Guide 2022
Sacramento State College of Arts and Letters Dean Sheree Meyer giving opening remarks for the U-Nite event at the Crocker Art Museum on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. The event is an art and performance showcase featuring Sac State students, alums and faculty.
GALLERY: Sac State celebrates 10 year anniversary of U-Nite at Crocker Art Museum
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
Jasmine Gomez is part of the staff for the StingerStudio makerspace and was hired a few weeks prior to Oct. 6, 2022. The StingerStudio makerspace trains all of their staff to use every machine in the space.
StingerStudio Makerspace opens a new niche for creativity
Welcome to the arts and entertainment Ultimate Fall Guide! The season of pumpkin spice, cozy sweaters and comfort movies is upon us.
Ultimate Fall Guide 2022
“Stinger Lickin’ Good” is a weekly food column that showcases budget-friendly recipes for college students. Enough to feed a crowd, these recipes are easy to make and can satisfy those with three roommates or none (we won’t judge). (Graphic made in Canva by Dominique Williams)
Stinger Lickin’ Good: Long-lasting lasagna
“Stinger Lickin’ Good” is a weekly food column that showcases budget-friendly recipes for college students. Enough to feed a crowd, these recipes are easy to make and can satisfy those with three roommates or none (we won’t judge). (Graphic made in Canva by Dominique Williams)
Stinger Lickin’ Good: Simple, savory soup
Sac State Says: Students reveal their essentials for Thanksgiving
Sac State Says: Students reveal their essentials for Thanksgiving
Sac State students are excited to see their favorite dishes on Thanksgiving. (Graphic made in Canva)
Sac State students dish out their Thanksgiving favorites
“Stinger Lickin’ Good” is a weekly food column that showcases budget-friendly recipes for college students. Enough to feed a crowd, these recipes are easy to make and can satisfy those with three roommates or none (we won’t judge). (Graphic made in Canva by Dominique Williams)
Stinger Lickin’ Good: Comforting Crockpot chili
What a wonderful time it is as the holidays are right around the corner. The Ultimate Winter Guide has movies, music, and more to get into the spirit during winter break.
Ultimate Winter Guide 2022
10-holiday songs that you should know. This list contains songs that we know and some we may not be familiar with as a reflection of what the holidays can mean to different people. Graphic made in Canva by Mercy Sosa.
10 holiday songs to explore the meaning of the season
Tyler Miles strums his bass in front of a mural near Capistrano Hall Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. Miles is a seasoned musician and a graduate of Sac State’s School of Music.
‘I just felt the call’: From walking a bassline to walking the stage
Dorian Antipa and Mckenzie Langefeld performing as DuoXylo in Capistrano hall on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. “Desisidirium” by Frank Piland, a Native American composer, was commissioned by DuoXylo and performed at the event, along with several other pieces. .
Sac State music alumnus returns home to perform in FeNAM
The cover of The 1975’s fifth studio album “Being Funny in a Foreign Language.” The album features the singles “Part of the Band,” “Happiness,” “I’m in Love with You” and “All I Need to Hear.” (Photo courtesy of Dirty Hit)
REVIEW: The 1975’s ‘Being Funny in a Foreign Language’
The cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in Playwrights’ Theatre Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. The performance will feature multiple musical numbers.
Can you spell: T-H-E-A-T-E-R? The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee comes to stage at Sac State
Lead actress McKenna Sennett sits on a bench in front of Shasta Hall theater on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Sac State’s production of “Hamlet” runs from April 1 to April 10 and can be attended in the theater.
‘To be or not to be’: Meet the leading lady of Sac State’s ‘Hamlet’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
Gabriel (Anthony M. Person) calls on St. Peter to open the pearly gates at the close of ‘Fences’. Left to Right: Cathleen Riddley, Anthony M. Person, J’cyn Crawley, Sincee J. Daniels. (Photo courtesy of Cindy Lawton)
REVIEW: August Wilson’s ‘Fences’ at Sacramento Theatre Company
Isela Ortiz graduated from Sac State in 2012 with a journalism degree and is the founder and owner of Sac Dance Lab. The studio provides classes in commercial dance which were once exclusively available in larger cities like Los Angeles. Photos taken by Marin Perego. Graphic created in Canva by Marin Perego.
How a Sac State alumna moved from journalism to choreography
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Dreamworks Animation.
The Big Picture – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Blumhouse Productions.
The Big Picture – ‘M3GAN’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Focus Features.
The Big Picture – ‘Tár’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Paramount Pictures.
The Big Picture – Babylon
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Sacramento State gives Nelsen farewell finger
Sacramento State gives Nelsen farewell finger
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
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Cinema Obscura ep 6: Holiday Special
Kris takes it to the streets to find Sac States movie of the year
Kris takes it to the streets to find Sac State’s movie of the year
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
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Cinema Obscura ep 6: Holiday Special
Collector’s Cave Episode 5: Gundam model kits
Collector’s Cave Episode 5: Gundam model kits
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Swarm Report Week 13: Football wins playoff game, Zach’s graduating & more
Not Just A Fad: It’s Harry Styles’s World and we’re all just living in it
Not Just A Fad: It’s Harry Styles’s World and we’re all just living in it
The State Hornet Podcast: Lunar New Year holiday, women’s basketball wins and policing on campus
The State Hornet Podcast: Lunar New Year holiday, women’s basketball wins and policing on campus
The State Hornet Podcast: Sexual assault suspect identified, Hmong heritage celebration, archaeological artifacts recovered
The State Hornet Podcast: Sexual assault suspect identified, Hmong heritage celebration, archaeological artifacts recovered
The State Hornet Podcast: Antisemitism Town Hall, One Card discounts and some immigrant stories
The State Hornet Podcast: Antisemitism Town Hall, One Card discounts and some immigrant stories
The State Hornet Podcast: President Nelsens retirement, election day and some great reads
The State Hornet Podcast: President Nelsen’s retirement, election day and some great reads
The State Hornet Podcast: Shots fired near campus, sexual assault on campus, and more
The State Hornet Podcast: Shots fired near campus, sexual assault on campus, and more
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
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
88 estudiantes de Sac State fallan a certificar su estado de vacunación: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Nelsen anuncia otra ronda de pagos directos en el otoño de 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
Un sindicato y centro en Sac State dan análisis del racismo sistémico en la universidad: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
El CSU a requerir la vacuna de COVID-19 en el otoño 2021: EL AVISPON DEL ESTADO PODCAST
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Social justice activists in Sacramento persist in calls for institutional change to policing
Sacramento State gives Nelsen farewell finger
Sacramento State gives Nelsen farewell finger
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
Shamelessly Relevant Episode 2: Coming Out
Kris takes it to the streets to find Sac States movie of the year
Kris takes it to the streets to find Sac State’s movie of the year
Sac State Says: Students dissatisfied with lack of safety improvements on campus
Sac State Says: Students dissatisfied with lack of safety improvements on campus
Twitter users respond to the news of 343 Industries head of creative, Joseph Staten being reassigned to Microsoft’s publishing division. The thread was flooded with disappointment and melancholy memes. Graphic created in Adobe Photoshop by Gavin S. Hudson.
Halo Doesn’t Deserve This
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Dreamworks Animation.
The Big Picture – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Bookworm Julie Blunt celebrates Lunar New Year by sharing their recommendations to read for Lunar New Year. From “Crazy Rich Asians” to “Iron Widow,” they share a range of genres. (Graphic created in Canva by Julie Blunt).
Diary of a Bookworm: Fun reads to celebrate Lunar New Year
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Blumhouse Productions.
The Big Picture – ‘M3GAN’
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. The State Hornet calls on the administration and the Sac State Police Department to increase transparency with the campus community and provide concrete plans for the solutions proposed. Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa. Photo by Alyssa Branum.
EDITORIAL: How are you keeping your campus community safe, Sac State? Your students would like to know.
Women at Sacramento State walk around campus, their rights in the hands of a majority male US Senate, protected by a pro-choice California State Senate. Women at Sac State have more jurisdiction over their bodies than women in Texas, who have very little time to decide what’s best for them when they discover they are pregnant. Graphic made in Canva.
EDITORIAL: ‘Liberty and Justice for All’ means women, too
Joseph Castro speaks to Sacramento State over Zoom as well as in person during his first visit to the campus as Chancellor on Nov. 3, 2021. Castro lied about the constant Title IX violations of his Vice President of Student Affairs in order to become chancellor.
Editorial: Joseph Castro never deserved to be CSU Chancellor
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen addresses students in the crowd of California Faculty Association protestors at the University Union on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021. Nelsen said he could not get involved in the bargaining of CFA’s contracts. Photo of Nelsen taken by John Cabales. Graphic created in Canva.
EDITORIAL: President Nelsen, we don’t accept your apology — you should resign
The State Hornet Editorial Board urges Sac State students to vote no on the California gubernatorial recall election that could see Gavin Newsom ousted from office should it succeed. The election will take place Tuesday, Sept. 14.
EDITORIAL: Sac State students, you must vote no on the California recall election
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Graphic created in Canva.
Cinema Obscura Episode 5: The Black Hole, Event Horizon
“Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” premiered in theaters on Friday Nov. 11, 2022. The film was an emotional close to Phase Four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. (Movie poster courtesy of Marvel Studios)
REVIEW: Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
“Hocus Pocus 2,” released on Sept. 30, 2022, through Disney’s streaming service just in time for Halloween. The movie follows a nostalgic adventure of the witches’ one night to wreak havoc on the kids of Salem. Photo courtesy of Disney.
Review: ‘Hocus Pocus 2’
Graphic created in Canva.
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Dreamworks Animation.
The Big Picture – Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Bookworm Julie Blunt celebrates Lunar New Year by sharing their recommendations to read for Lunar New Year. From “Crazy Rich Asians” to “Iron Widow,” they share a range of genres. (Graphic created in Canva by Julie Blunt).
Diary of a Bookworm: Fun reads to celebrate Lunar New Year
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Blumhouse Productions.
The Big Picture – ‘M3GAN’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Focus Features.
The Big Picture – ‘Tár’
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Derrold Barry, a first-year educational leadership and policy studies graduate student, and fifth-year criminal justice major Rashad Azim stand in front of the Project Rebound office located in Lassen Hall Thursday, Dec. 12, 2022. The program assists students previously affected by the criminal justice system.

Dismantling roadblocks: program provides second chance for previously incarcerated students

Project Rebound was established at Sac State in 2016
December 19, 2022
Sac State’s Project Rebound program helps formerly incarcerated students not only financially and academically, but provides a community for them as well.
In light of the recent incidents of sexual assaults this semester, The State Hornet has a FAQ to answer questions about what services are available to students on-campus, including services from WEAVE. Since September, there have been multiple sexual assaults on and off campus. (Graphic made in Canva by Justine Chahal.)

FAQ: What to know about Sac State’s sexual assault services

November 18, 2022
Read more here on how to file a report and how to receive other resources.
Alexis Jimenez, an anthropology student, addressing the panel of administrators regarding the recent sexual assaults on and near campus in the Redwood Room of the University Union on Thursday, Nov. 17, 2022. Jimenez voiced her criticisms about how the sexual assaults have been handled during a community forum organized by student leaders.

‘It is really starting to feel like no one is safe here’: Sac State students demand action at town hall

The student-led forum was in response to several sexual assaults on and near campus
November 17, 2022
Student leadership hosts forum in the University Union to discuss recent sexual assaults on and around campus.
Second-year economics major Jonathan Santiago stands outside Mendocino Hall on Friday, Oct. 7, 2022. Santiago had worked as a migrant field worker for a summer like his mother but is now focused on his college education.

‘It’s my roots’: former migrant field worker becomes college student

Jonathan Santiago honors his family through education
November 16, 2022
Second-year economics major Jonathan Santiago had done migrant fieldwork prior to coming to Sac State. Now, he’s focused on obtaining a higher education to honor his family’s struggles.
A voting poll center was hosted on campus at the Welcome Center on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2022. Anybody registered to vote in Sacramento County, including students and faculty, was able to drop their ballot off or cast their vote at the center. Graphic created in Canva.

Student voters stress the importance of Midterm Elections

Sac State hosts polling center on Election Day
November 9, 2022
Sac State held a voting poll center on Election Day at the Welcome Center. A look at issues student voters are passionate about.
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
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.
Third-year computer science major Evan Cammack eats food from Panda Express in The University Union on Tuesday, Oct. 25, 2022. Many students eat unhealthy foods while studying for exams on campus.

Fuel for the brain: The struggle with nutritional health

What students can eat to be ready to take their exams
October 27, 2022
Some students are not eating healthy foods during midterms. The struggle of not eating well during this time can negatively impact mental and physical health.
Third-year political science major Lupita Rios sits on-campus on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022. The recent incidents of sexual assault and battery over the past month have made Rios hesitant to make use of services on campus that she has in the past.

Students concerned about safety following sexual assaults at Sac State

Three cases have occurred on campus this semester
October 20, 2022
After the recent sexual assault and battery cases, students said they do not feel safe being on campus. Sac State has emergency resources available, but some students feel that these services could be better.
(L-R) Christopher Towler, Rose Soza War Soldier, Timothy Fong and Secretary of State Shirley Weber were sitting in Hinde Auditorium on Sept. 28, 2022 during the Voting Rights Town Hall. The panel discussed topics such as the history of voting and the importance of understanding voting as not only a right, but a responsibility.

Secretary of State educates students on voter suppression

Shirley Weber and doctoral panel discuss voting responsibility
September 29, 2022
The dangers of voter suppression. Secretary of State Shirley Weber visits the university to spread information on voting and encourage students to cast their ballots.
Sacramento State students, staff and faculty gather in the main quad on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the university’s founding. The campus community convenes in the grass to take the annual Swarm photo.

The diamond anniversary: Sac State celebrates 75 years

The campus community gathers for the milestone
September 22, 2022
Sac State celebrated its 75th diamond anniversary with entertainment, food and by taking the annual Swarm photo.
Third-year business administration major Felipe Carrillo stands in front of the Welcome Center on Sept. 16. The Welcome Center will have a voting center available from Nov. 5 through Election Day Nov. 8.

Preparing Sac State students to vote in the upcoming midterm election

What students need to know before hitting the polls
September 19, 2022
Sacramento State provides resources for students in preparation for the upcoming election. What students need to know about voting this fall.
Third-year photography student Cait Nelson reads in her American River Courtyard dorm on Sept. 14, 2022. Some waitlisted students remain in study lounges while awaiting a dorm to become available, but there are limited lounges.

Sac State students remain on housing waitlists longer than anticipated

Higher enrollment has led to residence halls exceeding housing capacities.
September 16, 2022
Sac State students remain on housing waitlists longer than anticipated due to a surge in enrollment for the Fall semester.
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