Leah Lentz

Leah Lentz, News Staffer

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Leah Lentz is a journalism major and in her first semester as a news staffer for The State Hornet. She previously served as the Editor-in-Chief on the Sacramento City College Express for two semesters. Leah is passionate about covering public policy and gained experience reporting on politics during a recent internship with Capitol Weekly. Outside the newsroom, she enjoys discovering new trails to hike with her husband and terrier, Walter White.

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[Photo] Give Sac State Day unites campus community to raise funds to student programs

Anita Ratna Gautam, News Staffer
March 10, 2026

The Basic Needs Resource Center received $100,000 alongside the ASI Food Panty as a part of Give Sac State Day on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The fundraising event lasted 36 hours, giving the community multiple...

Mexican Consul General urges Sac State students to lead with empathy and authenticity

The discussion offered insight into global public service

Leah Lentz, News Staffer
November 24, 2025

At a Sacramento State forum on diplomacy, Mexican Consul General Christian Tonatiuh González Jiménez held a candid discussion on leadership and public service. Beginning his diplomatic career at just 21, González reflected on lessons he learned from years of international work and encouraged future leaders to lead with authenticity.

CalFresh delays hit Sac State students as government shutdown continues

Campus programs, including the ASI Food Pantry and Basic Needs Resource Center, are stepping up

Leah Lentz, News Staffer
November 11, 2025

As the historic federal government shutdown continues, more than 3,600 Sacramento State students face CalFresh delays, according to Sac State officials. Campus resources, like the ASI Food Pantry and Basic Needs Resource Center, are working to meet an expected increase in demand.

Native American community celebrates dedicated college grand opening

Community members are optimistic about what the opening means for Native and indigenous students’ futures

Lizeth Tello and Leah Lentz
September 30, 2025

The Wileety Native American College celebrated its grand opening on Wednesday, Sept. 24. During the event, many community members expressed their excitement and hopes about the future of the college and its students.

Grand opening for Basic Needs Resource Center expands support for students facing insecurity

The new center offers students food, clothing, toiletries and referrals to other resources

Leah Lentz, News Staffer
September 29, 2025

Sac State marked the opening of its Basic Needs Resource Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday. The center offers free food, clothing, parenting supplies and hygiene products, along with services such as housing referrals and counseling.

General education changes throw Sac State for a whirl

From general education changes to department disbandments, Sac State is experiencing an educational overhaul

Lizeth Tello, Leah Lentz, and Molly Mellon
September 19, 2025

Since fall 2024, Sacramento State has gone through with the disbandment of the RPTA program, major revisions to the general education program and announced its support of the Women and Gender Studies program.

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