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(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
Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen speaking to students about COVID-19 policies on Sept. 3, 2020. The State Hornet spoke with Nelsen on Sept. 23, 2022, about the university’s response to antisemitism on campus. Photo by Rahul Lal, Graphic by Tony Rodriguez.
Q&A: How Sac State is responding to campus antisemitism
(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
Fourth-year exercise science major Natallie Melgoza (left) and fourth-year pre-medicine major Paola Garcia (right) pose by the Sac State library on Sept. 20, 2022. The two women are the founders of the Girl Gains chapter at Sac State.
Sac State club empowers female strength in the gym
A symbol of hate speech graffitied on a tunnel ceiling near the campus Arboretum on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022. State Hornet staffers discovered the graffiti during an investigation of a separate hate speech symbol announced by President Nelsen.
BREAKING: State Hornet discovers unseen Nazi symbols found in university Arboretum
(L-R) Jessica Rosenberg, Gabriella Einaga, MaryAnne Goodman, Yumi Kitade and Christy Bartlett from the Urasenke Foundation San Francisco inside the Sacramento State Sokiku Nakatani Tea Room located inside the University Library on Thursday, Sept.29, 2022. Tea gatherings are held throughout the semester and provide students the opportunity to learn about Urasenke Tradition Tea.
The Way of Tea: Sac State students gather for traditional Japanese ceremony
William “Skip” Bishop returns to Sacramento State as the director of the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) and Title IX coordinator after leaving the university in Oct. 2021. Bishop was one of four Black administrators to leave Sac State in 2021 while the university was forming its anti-racism plan. Graphic created in Canva. Photo of Bishop courtesy of Sac State.
‘[Don’t] walk away’: Former administrator’s return to Sac State receives mixed emotions
Pride Center coordinator Tranh Pham (middle right) and other students at the Pride Center on Tuesday, Sept 20, 2022. “Im really grateful that I am privileged to have amazing staff and volunteers and community members in the pride center who are adding to the collective wisdom and experience other students get to have,” Pham said.
‘A dream come true’: Sac State’s Pride Center puts on events to promote inclusivity
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Multiple swastikas found on Sac State’s campus
Fourth-year exercise science major Natallie Melgoza (left) and fourth-year pre-medicine major Paola Garcia (right) pose by the Sac State library on Sept. 20, 2022. The two women are the founders of the Girl Gains chapter at Sac State.
Sac State club empowers female strength in the gym
Sacramento State’s annual Job & Internship Fair brought students into the University Union Ballroom on Sept. 27, 2022. The event gave Hornets the opportunity to meet with potential employers about internship and job opportunities in the greater Sacramento area. (Graphic made in Canva by Alexis Hunt)
Hornets for hire: Job and internship fair provides opportunity for student employment
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
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
Sixth-year art education major Selena Rios Brown poses in the University Union Sept. 13, 2022. She frequently gives away items such as clothing with the help of the Hornet Reuse app.
Sac State app aids campus community with free item exchange
(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
Mendocino Hall is located on the east side of campus of Sacramento State as pictured on Sept. 22, 2022. In an interview with The State Hornet, Shelly Zalezniak, president of the Israeli-Jewish Association, said one of the two swastikas found on Sacramento State’s campus was close to her club table during club week.
Past swastika on campus found nearby Jewish student club table
Second-year business major Shelly Zalezniak stands in front of the Riverfront Center on Monday, Sept. 19, 2022. Zalezniak said students outside of her club reached out to her after the swastikas were found, showing support for the Jewish community on campus.
‘An attack on us is an attack on everybody’: Facing antisemitism in Sacramento
The man arrested in the chase drove through the on-campus apartment complex dodging buildings and pedestrians on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Sacramento sheriffs followed the suspect into the Hornet Commons parking lot before making an arrest.
Man arrested after leading police in high-speed chase through student living
(Left to right) Sacramento State Police Department Lieutenant Christina Lofthouse, Chief Chet Madison Jr. and Lieutenant Harvey Woo speak at the department’s “meet the chief event” in Sac State’s University Union on Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021. Madison discussed incidents of excessive force on campus and talked about being accessible to the campus community. Photo of Lofthouse, Madison and Woo by Kris Hall. Background photo by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva by Ayaana Williams.
Sac State police Chief Chet Madison addresses concerns in public dialogue at forum
Chet Madison Jr., Sacramento State Police Department’s new chief, speaks with The State Hornet regarding his plans for the department on Monday, Sept. 13, 2021. Students say they want Madison to focus on anti-racism, safety and outreach to the campus community.
Sac State Police Chief Chet Madison Jr. responds to anti-racism, police brutality
Protestors stand in solidarity on the steps of the California State Capitol on Wednesday Sept. 21, 2022. The protesters urge Gov. Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 2183, which was endorsed by President Biden, according to a statement on Sept. 4.
GALLERY: Swipe to see the United Farm Workers efforts at the California State Capitol Building
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
David Moore parado fuera del Salón Tahoe de Sacramento State el viernes, Nov. 12, 2021. Como uno de los único profesores Afro-Americano en la administración de negocio en Sac State, Moore dijo que él ha experienciado más “frío en aislamiento” después de hablar sobre su experiencia siendo perfilado racialmente.
‘Dejen de tener miedo’: Facultad Afro-Americano urge a Sac State a llamar al racismo en campus
[FILE PHOTO]Freshman Midfielder Danny Govea handles the ball at home vs. LMU on Sept. 8th, 2022. Sac State will return to Hornet Stadium vs. CSU Northridge on Oct. 5 at 3 p.m.
Sac State drops third match of the year to UCSD 3-2
The Sac State offensive line squared up against Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Saturday, Oct.1, 2022, at Alex G. Spanos Stadium The Hornets got out to their second 4-0 start in school history with a commanding 49-21 win over the Mustangs Saturday.
RECAP: Sac State advances to 4-0 for second time in program history
Men’s soccer head coach Michael Linenberger leads his team in practice Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Hornet Practice Field. Sac State is hunting a return to the Big West Tournament as well as an NCAA Tournament berth.
Men’s soccer opens conference play with lofty expectations
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
[FILE]: Sac State junior forward Michael Gonzalez dribbles the ball through the Loyola Marymount University defense on Sept. 8 in a 2-1 win for the Hornets. Gonzalez is tied for second on the team with two goals scored this season.
Sac State men’s soccer win first conference match 1-0 to CSU Bakersfield
[L-R] Sac State athletic director Mark Orr and newly hired Sac State men’s basketball coach David Patrick pose with a jersey during a press conference Tuesday April 12, 2022 at the Sac State Welcome Center. Patrick is set to lead the Hornet program after most recently serving as an assistant with the Oklahoma Sooners last season.
Sac State formally introduces David Patrick as new men’s basketball head coach
Newly hired Sacramento State head coach David Patrick on the sideline coaching his team in a photo released by Sac State athletics Tuesday, April 5, 2022. Patrick was announced as the Hornets’ next head coach Tuesday after previously serving as a lead assistant with University of Oklahoma.
Sacramento State announces David Patrick as next head men’s basketball coach
[FILE PHOTO] Interim head coach Brandon Laird during practice Wednesday, Feb. 9, 2022, in The Nest at Sacramento State. Lairds contract expired on March 31 as Sac State has finalized a deal with David Patrick to become their next head coach.
‘What’s done is done’: former interim Sac State basketball coach calls out athletic director for mishandling of his departure as head coach
[FILE PHOTO] David Patrick coaching with Oklahoma Sooners in a photo sent by Hornet Athletics Tuesday, April 5th, 2022. Patrick is finalizing a deal to become head coach of Sacramento State’s men’s basketball team per report.
REPORT: Sac State men’s basketball team hiring former Oklahoma assistant coach as next head coach
Interim head coach Brandon Laird walking near the bench Thurs., Feb. 26, 2022 against the Idaho Vandals. Laird is being considered heavily for the head coaching vacancy if he chooses to apply.
Sac State men’s basketball set to launch search for next coach
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
[FILE PHOTO] Sophomore pitcher Eli Saul throws against California Baptist on Friday, April 29, 2022 at John Smith Field. Saul threw his first complete game in a 121-pitch effort in Fridays win over Grand Canyon University.
SERIES RECAP: Sac State baseball couldn’t hold lead Sunday, drop two-of-three to GCU
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
Votes are in: See which players have the best and worst walk-up songs
The Sac State offensive line squared up against Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo, Saturday, Oct.1, 2022, at Alex G. Spanos Stadium The Hornets got out to their second 4-0 start in school history with a commanding 49-21 win over the Mustangs Saturday.
RECAP: Sac State advances to 4-0 for second time in program history
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
Redshirt freshman quarterback Dorian Hale fires up a deep throw as the starting defense rushes after him during practice on Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022. Sac State is seeking their first 4-0 start for the second time in program history.
PREVIEW: Sac State Football opens Big Sky Conference play against Cal Poly
Sacramento State dominated their lone FBS opponent, blowing past the Colorado State Rams 41-10 Saturday at Sonny Lubick Field at Canvas Stadium. A stifling Hornet defense, and a pair of senior Asher O’Hara touchdowns helped the Hornets cruise to 3-0 in a dominant showing in Fort Collins, CO.
RECAP: Sac State stays undefeated against FBS opponent Colorado 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
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
[FILE PHOTO]Freshman Midfielder Danny Govea handles the ball at home vs. LMU on Sept. 8th, 2022. Sac State will return to Hornet Stadium vs. CSU Northridge on Oct. 5 at 3 p.m.
Sac State drops third match of the year to UCSD 3-2
Men’s soccer head coach Michael Linenberger leads his team in practice Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, at the Hornet Practice Field. Sac State is hunting a return to the Big West Tournament as well as an NCAA Tournament berth.
Men’s soccer opens conference play with lofty expectations
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
[FILE]: Sac State junior forward Michael Gonzalez dribbles the ball through the Loyola Marymount University defense on Sept. 8 in a 2-1 win for the Hornets. Gonzalez is tied for second on the team with two goals scored this season.
Sac State men’s soccer win first conference match 1-0 to CSU Bakersfield
Sac State’s junior forward Austin Wehner gets ready to go on for the ball, taking on University of San Francisco junior defender Elias Thomas at the Hornet Field on Thursday, Sept. 22. Wehner played 81 minutes versus the Dons and has played a total of 547 minutes this season.
Sac State men’s soccer loses 2-1 to USF
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
Lewa Day rounds the bases as she hits her 12th home run of the season against the University of Montana on Saturday, April 23, 2022 at Shea Stadium. Day had five hits in 10 plate appearances.
Breaking records! Sac State softball sweeps University of Montana
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
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
Senior forward Julia Herrera plays keep away against Eastern Washington player Brittany Deldrige in the opening of Big Sky Conference play Friday, March 19, 2021 at the Sac State soccer stadium. Herrera claimed 1 of the 5 total shots taken by Sac State.
Swarm Report March 19: All wins and ties for Sac State teams on Friday
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
The Sac State volleyball team celebrates near the net after scoring against Idaho State Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at The Nest. The Hornets got out to a 2-0 start in Big Sky conference play after a 3-0 victory against the Bengals.
Sac State volleyball gets 3-0 victory in sweep at home against Idaho State
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Swarm Report Week 1: Women’s volleyball roadtrip, men’s soccer takes home hardware and more
Senior middle blocker Cianna Andrews poses with a ball in hand inside the Sacramento State volleyball team’s practice gym on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2021. Andrews recently returned to the team after recovering from an injury and was named Big Sky defensive player of the week in October.
Sac State volleyball player finds ‘structure’ and ‘fulfillment’ in sport
Sacramento State volleyball’s sophomore middle blocker Kalani Hayes (12) and sophomore outside hitter Bridgette Smith (8) face off with Portland State senior setter Ally Wada (4) at the Hornets Nest on Tuesday, Oct. 12, 2021. The Hornets were eliminated from the Big Sky tournament in a 3-2 loss against Portland State in the Big Sky conference tournament hosted in Utah on Thursday.
Sac State volleyball knocked out of Big Sky tournament by Portland State
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
Guests are drawing using crayons on Sept. 24, 2022. This room gives guests an opportunity to draw or color in Van Gogh’s work.
Art comes to life at West Sacramento exhibit
Banda Rorros De La Perrona de Sacramento performed at Sacramento State’s “El Grito” event. UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha Inc. hosted the concert in honor of Mexican Independence for Sac State’s Hispanic community. Photo taken by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created by Mercy Sosa in Canva.
Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Joshua Livingston (left) playing a tournament match of Smash Brothers Ultimate against Jorge Costilla (right) at the games room on Friday Sept. 16, 2022. Few players were remaining as the competition was winding down.
Sac State’s Games Room tournaments are back in action!
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Guests are drawing using crayons on Sept. 24, 2022. This room gives guests an opportunity to draw or color in Van Gogh’s work.
Art comes to life at West Sacramento exhibit
Fourth-year students Andrew Diaz and Veronika Akopyan admire the behind-the-scenes photos in the exhibit on Sept. 19, 2022. The artwork was made by kids as young as six months.
From little hands come big ideas: More Than Just Scribbles showcases children’s art
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Raven Vance, an anthropology major in her junior year, stands next to her soap and bath products at the Stinger Expo on Tuesday, May 10, 2022. Vance said that while bath bombs are usually the top sellers, her bar soaps were her most popular item at the event.
Inaugural Stinger Expo brings student entrepreneurship market to campus
Students take a break in between classes to paint on a long roll of paper in the Kadema Hall Courtyard on Wednesday, April 27, 2022. Professors would stop by and draw as well or just look at the drawings the students had made.
Sac State’s first Pause & Paint provides a creative break from school stressors
Chando’s employees serve students their orders on Thursday, Sept.16, 2022. The local taco chain is quickly becoming a staple at Sac State with daily deals on menu items and positive reviews from students.
Chando’s Tacos now open in University Union, prepare for taco Tuesdays
The Black History Month Arts & Crafters Event at The Old Sugar Mill in Clarksburg, California on Sunday. Black artists and crafters appear at the show, as well as food vendors and wine tasting.
Celebrating Black History Month with arts, food and music at the Mill
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021
Customers order from Boba Loca inside the Arden Fair mall May 5, 2021. Workers, including assistant manager Lillian Phan, on the left behind the counter, push tea out to waiting customers.
“We’ve had to call security”: Sacramento boba shops brace for boba shortage, backlash
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
Hosts Nijzel Dotson and Keyshawn Davis break down the latest single from Kendrick Lamars new album on this new episode of Keys N D Minor. (Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
‘The Heart Part 5’, ‘It’s Dry,’ ‘I Never Liked You’, ‘Come Home The Kids Miss You’: KEYS ‘N D MINOR PODCAST
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
The king of reggaeton has exited the building
Jorja Smith performs on the Blume stage at Discovery Park in Sacramento on Saturday, April 30, 2022. Smith is an English singer-songwriter who was one of four women headliners at Sol Blume festival this year. (Photo by Laura De la Garza Garcia)
GALLERY: Music for the soul to blossom
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 Alex Muegge
Finding gender identity through theater: THE FANATIC FULCRUM
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
Ghostface returns in the 2022 “Scream” reboot/sequel in one of the most violent and brutal incarnations of the character the series has ever seen. The series has had its ups and downs overall in terms of critical and fan reception, but the new ‘requel’ film has proven to be generally well-received. (Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: The “Scream” franchise ranked from worst to best.
This year, there are 10 movies nominated for the Best Picture award. The Best Picture is known to be the highest honor at the Oscars.
OPINION- “And the Oscar goes to”: Sac State students weigh in on the best movies of 2021
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
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
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
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
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De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST
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
The State Hornet Podcast - Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast – Hate speech update and Sac State’s 75th Anniversary
The State Hornet Podcast - On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast – On campus voting registration and Flu vaccine mandate
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
The State Hornet Podcast- Heat wave and troubling findings on campus
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Graduation FAQ, Best of Sac State, mental health and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
Students respond to fewer online options for Fall 2022 semester and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST
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
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
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
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs
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
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022
Mexicos independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
Mexico’s independence celebrated at Serna Plaza
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
!Si se puede!’ trabajadores agrícolas concluyen la marcha hacia la capital del Estado
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Pro agricultural union pressure reaches Newsom’s office
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
Hornet Racing eyes return to competition with new members
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
(L-R): Alicent Hightower (Olivia Cooke), Rhaenyra Targaryen (Emma DArcy), Rhaenys Targaryen (Eve Best). The three female characters are all fully complexed and all suffer greatly for a chance to sit on the Iron Throne. (Photo: House of the Dragon, HBO, 2022)
OPINION: ‘House of the Dragon’ corrects ‘Games of Thrones’ biggest problem
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
A study by the Guttmacher Institute says that 68% of unintended pregnancies end in abortion, reflecting the strength of millions of women in their desire to avoid unplanned childbearing. . If the Supreme Court rules to overturn Roe v. Wade, it would disproportionately hurt low-income women (Illustration created through Canva by Anh Nguyen)
Opinion: Abortion restrictions won’t stop demand for women’s bodily rights
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
According to the CDC, people ages 18-29 are responsible for 22.4% of COVID-19 cases in the United States as of March 4. That is 4,836,514 cases, the highest of any age group in the U.S.
EDITORIAL: Please, get the COVID vaccine
Illo By Mercy Sosa
Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”
NIKI held the Ace of Spades crowd in her palm as she sang ballads covering personal topics on Sept. 13, 2022 at Ace of Spades. She had a keyboard player, a bassist, an electric guitar player and a drummer who would come in and out throughout the night.
REVIEW: NIKI serenades a packed Ace of Spades crowd
Grammy award winning rapper, Kendrick Lamar performs at the Golden 1 Center on Aug. 31, 2022. Lamar’s “The Big Steppers Tour” made a stop in Sacramento with opening artists Tanna Leone and Baby Keem.
REVIEW: Kendrick Lamar makes big steps in the Golden 1 Center
“Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” premiered in theaters on May 6, 2022. The film is an essential part of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) timeline. Movie poster courtesy of Marvel Studios
Review: ‘Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
The titular Jason, played by C.J. Graham, after he is resurrected accidentally by Tommy Jarvis in “Friday the 13th, Part VI: Jason Lives.” After he is resurrected by lightning, Jason begins his rampage through the town of Forest Green, formerly known as Crystal Lake. (Courtesy of Paramount Pictures)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: Dying on the hill for ‘Jason Lives’
“Pieces” is a low-budget 1982 slasher directed by Juan Piquer Simon and produced by both Spanish and American producers. The film is not exactly what you think it is, but instead one of the most confusing and bizarre slashers I have ever seen, and its marketing makes no effort to distance itself from its inspirations. (Image courtesy of Film Ventures International)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: ‘Pieces’ – The chainsaw massacre with kung-fu fight scenes
Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) spots Michael Myers (Chris Durand) outside the window of her California home in 1998’s “Halloween: H20 Twenty Years Later”. The film is an early example of a “legacy sequel”, or a follow-up film featuring new characters and plot threads from the original film it is based on. (Courtesy of Miramax)
Zach’s Sunday Slashers: That other time ‘Halloween’ got a legacy sequel
Staff writer Jenelle Lum shows her appreciation for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. She hopes to work at Marvel Studios for the franchise one day.
Avengers, assemble! Why the MCU is one of the greatest movie franchises
Check out these four films featuring women who contribute significantly to the film industry. Each film is either directed by or starring women. (Graphic made in Canva by Jenelle Lum. Movie stills by Walt Disney Studios, Universal Pictures, IAC Films, A24 and Fox 2000 Pictures.)
4 movies that will make you say “#yasssqueen” for Women’s History Month
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(L-R) Alec Tong and Gilbert-O’Neil stand beside Lassen Hall sign on Thursday, April 14, 2022. Lassen Hall houses the financial aid and wellness wing of Sac State. Tong and Gilbert-ONeil are planning a rally at the capitol building to advocate for student loan forgiveness. (Photo by Jack Freeman. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)

Student loans loom despite pause extension, ‘Breaking out of the Box’ seminar and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

April 22, 2022
Students grapple with looming student loan payment resumption, the women’s rowing coach celebrates 20 years and a seminar on toxic masculinity are the major headlines on this edition of the State Hornet Podcast.
Car chase ends at Hornet Commons, March Madness 2022 and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Car chase ends at Hornet Commons, March Madness 2022 and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

March 11, 2022
Podcast editor Mack Ervin III breaks down the latest news from the State Hornet newsroom including a man who was arrested after a car chase ended at the Hornet Commons, residents struggling to find parking and more.
A detailed look at Aliyah Sidqe’s oil painting “Assessing the Damages, hung in the Union Gallery at Sac State on Feb. 1. Sidqe said that the tattoo partially shown in the self-portrait reads “Everything Comes to An End.”

“The Babymama Effect” exhibit, anti-racism convocation follow-up and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

February 18, 2022
Podcast editor Mack Ervin III hosts another episode of The State Hornet Podcast and gives a follow up to Monday’s convocation episode, a new Union gallery exhibit for Black History Month and more.
Associate professor of communication dies, library evacuated and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Associate professor of communication dies, library evacuated and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

February 11, 2022
On the latest episode of The State Hornet Podcast, Mack Ervin III sits down and relays the biggest stories and headlines from week three, including the death of associate professor Andrew Stoner, a forced evacuation of the library and more.

State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.

February 9, 2022

On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight: Digital Editor Mercy Sosa talks to Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State, about the funding Sac State receives for being...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Recap of Sac State’s season after playoff loss to South Dakota State: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

December 13, 2021

“4th and Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

No. 4 seed Sac State to face South Dakota State in FCS playoffs: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

November 30, 2021

“4th and Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Sac State football earns outright Big Sky title, No. 4 seed in FCS playoffs: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

November 27, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Sac State football faces Causeway Classic with Big Sky title on the line: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

November 17, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Sac State football win over Cal Poly sets up closing stretch: 4TH AND GOAL

November 9, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor, Mack Ervin III, alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED

November 7, 2021

On this episode of BUZZED: Editor-In-Chief Jordan Parker, visuals editor Ayaana Williams, audience engagement editor Kaylin Flatland and sports editor John Cabales discuss cheesecake. Parker, who calls...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Close win against Northern Colorado a wake up call for the Hornets?: 4TH AND GOAL

November 2, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor, Mack Ervin III, alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special

October 30, 2021

On this episode of Buzzed:    News editor Camryn Dadey, Newsletter editor Isabelle Juarez, DEI editor Emma Hall, and A&E staffer Zach Cimaglio discuss, debate and rank popular Halloween...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Does shutout win over Northern Arizona make the Hornets championship contenders? : 4TH AND GOAL

October 29, 2021

On the newest episode of “4th and Goal,” podcast editor Mack Ervin III and football beat writer Brandon Bailey break down the dominant Sacramento State football team performance against Northern Arizona...

STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs

October 27, 2021

On this episode of Buzzed: Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker, managing editor Magaly Muñoz, digital editor Mercy Sosa, audience engagement editor Kaylin Flatland and news editor Camryn Dadey discuss and debate...

Football team blows out Northern Arizona, “Rocky Horror” actor injured and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Football team blows out Northern Arizona, “Rocky Horror” actor injured and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

October 25, 2021

Podcast editor Mack Ervin III has the recap of the biggest stories over the weekend on the newest edition of The State Hornet Podcast. This week’s major highlights include the forced cancellation...

Football team’s historic win over Montana, Pi Kappa Phi president vigil and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Football team’s historic win over Montana, Pi Kappa Phi president vigil and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

October 20, 2021

Podcast editor Mack Ervin III has the recap for the biggest stories through week eight of the semester on another episode of The State Hornet Podcast. This week’s major highlights include the candlelight...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

State of Sac State’s football team, upset win over Montana and more: 4TH AND GOAL

October 19, 2021

In the first episode of “4th and Goal,” podcast editor Mack Ervin III and football beat writer Brandon Bailey introduce themselves and discuss Sac State football, starting with a recap of the Hornets'...

First openly transgender ASI board member, ASI revenue losses and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

First openly transgender ASI board member, ASI revenue losses and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

October 15, 2021

Another Friday brings another episode of The State Hornet Podcast where podcast editor Mack Ervin III recaps the week’s biggest stories through week seven. Major highlights include a feature with...

Skip Bishop’s departure, racism timeline, football updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Skip Bishop’s departure, racism timeline, football updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

October 11, 2021

Podcast editor Mack Ervin III has the recap of the biggest stories over the weekend on this semester's ninth episode of The State Hornet Podcast. This week’s major highlights include Skip Bishop leaving...

Latino faculty representation gap, sports updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Latino faculty representation gap, sports updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

October 6, 2021

Week six of classes brings about the newest edition of The State Hornet Podcast where podcast editor Mack Ervin III breaks down the week’s biggest stories. This week’s major highlights include the...

Max ‘Pain’ Griffin on his journey from alley fights to the UFC: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Max ‘Pain’ Griffin on his journey from alley fights to the UFC: NO LIMITS PODCAST

September 29, 2021

In the penultimate episode of “No Limits,” revisit a conversation hosts Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III had with Sacramento based UFC fighter Max “Pain” Griffin back in May. Griffin goes in depth...

Inclusive excellence VP candidates, football wins again and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Inclusive excellence VP candidates, football wins again and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

September 27, 2021

On a new episode of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III goes over some of the biggest stories from the newsroom over the past week. This week’s major highlights include the town...

Police chief interview, BSU and LGBTQ+ welcome events and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Police chief interview, BSU and LGBTQ+ welcome events and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

September 22, 2021

On a new edition of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III recaps the biggest stories produced by The State Hornet during the fourth week of classes. This week’s major highlights...

Thousands denied access to campus, ASI updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Thousands denied access to campus, ASI updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

September 17, 2021

The end of week three brings about another episode of The State Hornet Podcast featuring podcast editor Mack Ervin III. The big stories feature students being denied access to on-campus facilities for...

Gavin Newsom retains his position as Governor of California after 63 percent voted no to the recall on Tuesday. Photo of Gavin Newsom by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

Newsom survives recall, editor roundtable reacts: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

September 16, 2021

A follow-up episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and managing editor Magaly Muñoz giving their immediate reaction following...

First faculty senate meeting, return to campus and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

First faculty senate meeting, return to campus and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

September 13, 2021

On another episode of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III rounds up the biggest stories entering week three of classes at Sacramento State. Major stories include the first faculty...

Editor roundtable discussion about historic recall election: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

Editor roundtable discussion about historic recall election: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

September 10, 2021

A special episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features a roundtable discussion with podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and features editor Magaly Muñoz where they talk...

Football returns, a new State Hornet section and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Football returns, a new State Hornet section and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

September 8, 2021

On a new edition of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III rounds up the biggest stories around the Sac State campus during the first two weeks of classes. Major stories include the...

COVID-19 guidelines and new police chief named: STATE HORNET PODCAST

COVID-19 guidelines and new police chief named: STATE HORNET PODCAST

September 1, 2021

On the first edition of this semester’s State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III recaps the biggest news stories The State Hornet covered over the summer break and wishes everyone a happy...

CBS Sacramento’s Marshall Harris on his storied sports reporting career: NO LIMITS

CBS Sacramento’s Marshall Harris on his storied sports reporting career: NO LIMITS

May 16, 2021
Marshall Harris discusses his career in sports journalism, from his humble beginnings to reporting on the Olympics to becoming sports director for CBS Sacramento.
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Inaugural podcast section unpacks a semester of content: STATE HORNET BUZZED

May 14, 2021
The first-ever dedicated podcast staff looks back on a semester of online content, audio production lessons and behind-the-scenes stories, as well as their favorite episodes and random acts of kindness.
Town hall meetings scheduled for new police chief finalists: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Town hall meetings scheduled for new police chief finalists: STATE HORNET PODCAST

May 12, 2021
Incoming Co-podcast editor Mack Ervin III and Editor-in-Chief Max Connor discuss their favorite stories from the last year of coverage and go over this week in news, including an upcoming town hall concerning Sacramento State’s new police chief.
ESPN radio host Damien Barling on being a multimedia journalist: NO LIMITS PODCAST

ESPN radio host Damien Barling on being a multimedia journalist: NO LIMITS PODCAST

May 12, 2021
D-Lo and KC on ESPN 1320 host and Be Heard podcast platform founder Damien Barling talks his radio and television career, his love of music and those darn Sacramento Kings on this episode of No Limits.
ABC10 host Kevin John recaps journalism journey: NO LIMITS PODCAST

ABC10 host Kevin John recaps journalism journey: NO LIMITS PODCAST

May 8, 2021
Kevin John, host and reporter for ABC10 here in Sacramento, joins incoming co-podcast editor Mack Ervin III and podcast staffer Garry Singh to discuss his journalistic journey.
Recap of CSU Chancellor talking return to campus: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Recap of CSU Chancellor talking return to campus: STATE HORNET PODCAST

May 5, 2021
A town hall with the CSU chancellor regarding the fall 2021 return to campus, a story on how graduating seniors are handling their graduation photographs, sports updates and more.
Sportswriter Tony Harvey on his career, Sacramento Kings: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Sportswriter Tony Harvey on his career, Sacramento Kings: NO LIMITS PODCAST

May 3, 2021
Freelance sports writer and journalist Tony Harvey joins Garry and Mack on this episode of “No Limits”, discussing his career, his philosophy of work that he calls “The Machine,” his observations on the current Sacramento Kings season and more.
54% of classes will have on-campus components: STATE HORNET PODCAST

54% of classes will have on-campus components: STATE HORNET PODCAST

April 28, 2021
54% of classes currently scheduled have on-campus components next semester, music beat writer Khalil Bourgoub shares his post-pandemic playlist in his new column “Khalil’s Virtual Venue,” and more stories from this week.
Should the 49ers go for Mac Jones? NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Jesús Cano

Should the 49ers go for Mac Jones? NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Jesús Cano

April 24, 2021
Fresno State Collegian Managing Editor Jesús Cano stopped by for today’s episode of “No Limits” to help Garry and Mack discuss the upcoming NFL draft. Afterwards, Garry and Mack give us another edition of the Rant of the Week.
NYT Bestselling author visits Sac State: STATE HORNET PODCAST

NYT Bestselling author visits Sac State: STATE HORNET PODCAST

April 21, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast: New York Times bestselling author Chanel Miller visited Sac State virtually Monday as part of the women’s and gender studies department’s “Healing Through Storytelling” event, plus more from this week in news.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: Sacramento Kings’ playoffs chances dashed, Jake Paul challenges Ben Askren

NO LIMITS PODCAST: Sacramento Kings’ playoffs chances dashed, Jake Paul challenges Ben Askren

April 17, 2021
This week, Garry and Mack set their sights on the Sacramento Kings’ remaining season, their ‘Rants of the Week’ and the upcoming boxing match between Jake Paul and Ben Askren.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: COVID-19 Vaccinations given on campus

STATE HORNET PODCAST: COVID-19 Vaccinations given on campus

April 14, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast - A story about Native American ethnic studies chair Annette Reed recounting her high education journey in a profile by State Hornet writer Emma Hall and co-news editor Mercy Sosa discusses COVID-19 vaccinations on campus, which started today.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL trade and draft analysis, Kings’ losing streak

NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL trade and draft analysis, Kings’ losing streak

April 10, 2021
This time on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III are joined by Jordan Latimore to talk the NFL Draft and recent trade happenings as well as the Sacramento Kings’ five-game losing streak.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Students open up about mental health during the pandemic

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Students open up about mental health during the pandemic

April 7, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast, Sacramento State students open up about their mental health situations during the COVID-19 pandemic in an article by Chrissy Martinez and the latest episode of our Real Talk with Rose podcast.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: MLB Opening Day, Sacramento Kings stumble again

NO LIMITS PODCAST: MLB Opening Day, Sacramento Kings stumble again

April 4, 2021
Mack and Garry discuss everything that’s happened in sports since spring break, including a discussion on all things baseball featuring returning guest Burle Dixon of the Kansas City Royals’ minor league system.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Conference on anti-Asian violence held at Sac State

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Conference on anti-Asian violence held at Sac State

March 31, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast with podcast staffer Mack Ervin III and editor-in-chief Max Connor: Sac State community members held a virtual conference addressing the recent surge in anti-Asian violence, the women’s and gender studies department will celebrate its 50th anniversary and more.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Provost says students should expect campus return fall 2021

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Provost says students should expect campus return fall 2021

March 17, 2021
Editor-in-Chief Max Connor and podcast staffer Mack Ervin III discuss Sacramento State provost Steve Perez’s announcement that students should expect a return to campus this fall, Sacramento County’s move into the red tier of COVID-19 reopening and more.
NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Joe Davidson of the Sacramento Bee

NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Joe Davidson of the Sacramento Bee

March 16, 2021
Special guest Joe Davidson of the Sacramento Bee joins Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III to discuss the state of local athletics as sports get ready to start up again after Sacramento’s move to the red tier of COVID-19 restrictions.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: The ‘Unforgettable’ year of 2020, basketball recaps

STATE HORNET PODCAST: The ‘Unforgettable’ year of 2020, basketball recaps

March 10, 2021
Podcast staffer Mack Ervin III and editor-in-chief Max Connor introduce The State Hornet’s newest podcast project and recap all the news you might have missed since Monday, including a woman with a nonlethal weapon at Lark Sacramento and a hat trick of basketball recaps.
NO LIMITS 3/5: NBA All-Star Game roundup

NO LIMITS 3/5: NBA All-Star Game roundup

March 5, 2021
The NBA All-Star Game is this Sunday, and Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh are here with an NBA roundup episode of No Limits where they discuss midseason MVPs, coach of the year candidates and more.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Sac State employees speak out, sports recaps

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Sac State employees speak out, sports recaps

March 3, 2021
Editor-in-chief Max Connor and podcast staffer Mack Ervin III discuss Sacramento State employees alleging labor exploitation at a press conference, a recap of a packed week for sports and more:
NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/28: ‘2021 All-Star Snub Team’

NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/28: ‘2021 All-Star Snub Team’

February 28, 2021
Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discuss what Garry called the “All-Star Snub Team,” a Sacramento Kings season that Mack sees as leaving a lot to be desired and more.
STATE HORNET PODCAST, WED 2/24: HEERF Grants, ‘CARmencement’

STATE HORNET PODCAST, WED 2/24: HEERF Grants, ‘CARmencement’

February 24, 2021
Mack Ervin III and Max Connor host the Wednesday, 2/24 edition of The State Hornet Podcast, which features another round of HEERF grants, the announcement of “CARmencement” and more. Listen now on our website or on Spotify.
NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/20: Carson Wentz gets traded, Draymond Green criticizes trade culture

NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/20: Carson Wentz gets traded, Draymond Green criticizes trade culture

February 20, 2021
This episode of the No Limits Podcast features Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discussing Carson Wentz’s sudden trade, Draymond Green’s criticisms of trade culture and more:
NO LIMITS 2/12: Super Bowl Recap, NFL season review, ‘Quarterback Carousel’

NO LIMITS 2/12: Super Bowl Recap, NFL season review, ‘Quarterback Carousel’

February 12, 2021
On this giant NFL-themed episode of the No Limits Podcast, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap the Super Bowl, look at the highlights and lowlights of the NFL season and speculate on the potential postseason ‘Quarterback Carousel.’
NO LIMITS S2E1: Super Bowl Pre-Show, NFL Coaches, Sacramento Kings

NO LIMITS S2E1: Super Bowl Pre-Show, NFL Coaches, Sacramento Kings

February 7, 2021
No Limits with Garry and Mack is back for a second season! This week the two invite State Hornet copy editor Jordan Parker to help them discuss the run up to the Super Bowl, the state of the NFL’s coaching landscape and the outlook for the Sacramento Kings.
NO LIMITS: Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather announced, ‘Take It Now’ #2

NO LIMITS: Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather announced, ‘Take It Now’ #2

December 12, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III are joined by special guests, sports editor Ian Edwards and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore to discuss the recently announced Logan Paul vs. Floyd “Money’ Mayweather boxing match, this week in the NFL and the safest bets you could make on next week’s games in another segment of “Take It Now.”
NO LIMITS: Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr., ‘Take it Now’ #1, Rockets and Wizards trade

NO LIMITS: Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr., ‘Take it Now’ #1, Rockets and Wizards trade

December 5, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III react to the Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. card, debut a new podcast segment called “Take It Now” about the safest bets you could take on NFL games this weekend, and analyze the recent trades between the Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards.
NO LIMITS: NBA free agency, Week 12 of NFL

NO LIMITS: NBA free agency, Week 12 of NFL

November 26, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap the NBA free agency period and its winners and losers, talk about how the Sacramento Kings can rebuild and discuss Week 12 in the NFL.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL Week 10, NBA trades, demands and drafts

NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL Week 10, NBA trades, demands and drafts

November 20, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap NFL week 10 and a wild week of NBA trades, trade demands and drafting.
NO LIMITS: NFL week 9, MVPs revisited, NBA trade rumors

NO LIMITS: NFL week 9, MVPs revisited, NBA trade rumors

November 12, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap this week in the NFL and discuss NBA trade rumors.
NO LIMITS: NFL playoffs if they started today, midseason MVP picks

NO LIMITS: NFL playoffs if they started today, midseason MVP picks

November 5, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III go through their hypothetical brackets if the NFL playoffs were to start today, and then discuss their midseason MVP picks.

STATE HORNET NEWS: 2020 Election, threat against student housing, and AB1460 hiccups and more

November 2, 2020
On this edition of State Hornet News, 2020 election FAQ, a bomb threat at The Crossings, AB 1460 implementation issues, track & field returns and other stories from the State Hornet newsroom.
Kyle Larson is back in NASCAR six months after using the n-word in a virtual racing event, but has he done enough to warrant this second chance (Photo by Zach Catanzareti) CC BY-SA 2.0

OPINION: Kyle Larson deserves a second chance after racial slur

NASCAR driver gets new opportunity 6 months after using n-word on stream
November 1, 2020
Mack Ervin III analyzes why NASCAR driver Kyle Larson has earned a chance at redemption following his use of the n-word during a virtual racing event back in April.
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STATE HORNET BUZZED: The best Halloween stories, movies and candies

October 30, 2020
Happy Halloween! Join us for the first ever episode of State Hornet: Buzzed, a brand new variety show featuring a rotating cast of State Hornet staffers and editors, as broadcast staffer Mack Ervin III, copy editor Tara Gnewikow, broadcast staffer Dom Vitiello and lifestyle columnist Lauren Vanucci talk about their favorite Halloween costumes, stories, movies and candies.
NO LIMITS: World Series recap, NFL marquee matchups

NO LIMITS: World Series recap, NFL marquee matchups

October 29, 2020
This week on No Limits — Garry and Mack recap the MLB World Series with Burle Dixon of the Kansas City Royals and deep dive on the Steelers vs. Titans and Seahawks vs. Cardinals games.
NO LIMITS: NBA Finals recap, NFL division-by-division breakdown

NO LIMITS: NBA Finals recap, NFL division-by-division breakdown

October 22, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry and Mack recap the NBA Finals and some early offseason shakeups, and break down the current state of the NFL division-by-division.
NO LIMITS: NBA Finals, firings and hirings, NFL Week 5

NO LIMITS: NBA Finals, firings and hirings, NFL Week 5

October 7, 2020

This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III are joined by State Hornet podcasting alumnus Shaun Holkko to discuss the aftermath of the firing of Bill O’Brien and the new hiring of Doc Rivers,...

State Hornet News Broadcast: Fall 2020 Convocation, basketball season, parties defying lockdown

October 5, 2020

On this edition of State Hornet News, our team breaks down the most important news from the past two weeks, including The WELL's outdoor reopening, the men’s basketball team potentially starting their...

NO LIMITS PODCAST: Doc Rivers runs dry, Lakers vs. Heat, NFL contenders and pretenders

NO LIMITS PODCAST: Doc Rivers runs dry, Lakers vs. Heat, NFL contenders and pretenders

October 1, 2020

This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discuss the departure of Doc Rivers from the Los Angeles Clippers and how the offseason looks for further coaching staff changes. The pair also give...

NO LIMITS: Clippers choke, Nuggets hold on, NFL continues to Week 3

NO LIMITS: Clippers choke, Nuggets hold on, NFL continues to Week 3

September 23, 2020

This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discuss who is eating the “blame pie” following the Clippers’ NBA playoff loss, how the Nuggets might fare in the rest of the playoffs and how...

NO LIMITS: NFL Week 1 and NBA Playoffs

NO LIMITS: NFL Week 1 and NBA Playoffs

September 16, 2020

On the first episode of our new sports podcast “No Limits” with Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh, the two discuss this week in professional sports, tackling week one of the NFL, the NBA playoffs and...

BROADCAST: Summer news you may have missed

August 31, 2020

The first episode of the State Hornet News broadcast for the fall 2020 semester covers stories from the summer, including Sacramento State students struggling to get out of leases at off-campus apartment...

Sac State junior quarterback Kevin Thomson rushes for a first down against UC Davis on Nov. 23, 2019 at Hornet Stadium. Thomson entered the NCAA transfer portal signalling the possibility that he will leave Sac State for his final year of eligibility.

Sac State starting quarterback enters NCAA transfer portal

Kevin Thomson has one year of eligibility left
June 11, 2020

Sacramento State quarterback Kevin Thomson has entered the NCAA’s transfer portal, possibly  signaling the end of his Hornets career, according to the sports network Rivals. Head coach Troy Taylor...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E16: Double Double Coverage

May 14, 2020

For the season finale of Double Coverage, Mack Ervin III and Shaun Holkko host a double-sized special edition. In it, they discuss the most recent UFC fight card, analyzing the hypothetical NFL season...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State professor seen in viral racial slur video, limited nursing student spots and more

May 7, 2020

In the last State Hornet News broadcast of the semester, a Sacramento State professor’s wife was seen in a viral video using a racial slur, the nursing program drastically limits the number of accepted...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E15: USWNT equal pay claim denied, NFL free agent signings, Marshawn Lynch vs. Frank Gore

May 6, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage, hosts Mack Ervin III and Shaun Holkko discuss the U.S. Women’s National Team having their claims of discrimination in pay and playing conditions denied, several...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Student fee class-action lawsuit, emergency student grants and more

May 1, 2020

In the latest episode of the State Hornet News broadcast, a Sonoma State student files a class action lawsuit against the California State University system, Sac State students will receive emergency federal...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E14: 2020 NFL Draft Recap

April 29, 2020

This week on Double Coverage, hosts Shaun Holkko and Mack Ervin III go over the NFL’s first virtual draft, and talk about where the top rated quarterbacks went, how they feel about their favorite picks,...

From left to right, Sac State senior football players, defensive lineman George Obinna, defensive back Caelan Barnes and defensive lineman Dariyn Choates pose for a photo after practice. Obinna signed with the Cleveland Browns as a free agent Saturday after going undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Sac State defensive lineman signs with NFL’s Cleveland Browns after going undrafted

George Obinna holds school record with 33.5 sacks in five years
April 25, 2020

Another Sacramento State football player has made it to football’s promise land. Defensive lineman George Obinna, who holds the school’s single season and career sack record, signed with the Cleveland...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State study abroad suspensions, AB 1460 and more

April 24, 2020

In the latest episode The State Hornet News broadcast, we provide updates on the cancellation of all study abroad programs for fall 2020, faculty senate discussions on AB 1460, information on how Californians...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E13: NFL Draft Review and Preview, Gronkowski joins Brady in Tampa Bay

April 22, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun review the 2017 NFL Draft with three years of hindsight while also previewing this week’s 2020 Draft, and take time to discuss Rob Gronkowski’s...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Virtual commencement, ASI election results and more

April 17, 2020

The latest edition of The State Hornet News broadcast includes updates about the Sacramento State Associated Students, Inc. election, professors and students adapting to online classes, virtual commencement...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E12: Greatest Sports Films, Kyle Larson’s Suspension

April 15, 2020

This week on Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun welcome two guests at once for the first time, sports editor Robyn Dobson and fellow podcast host Brooke Uhlenhop, to discuss the greatest baseball and overall...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State coronavirus updates

April 11, 2020

The State Hornet continues to bring weekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our sixth broadcast includes updates on fee refunds for The WELL/Union, how student parents are adjusting to online classes and...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E11: Trump’s call with commissioners, MLB in May, Basketball Hall of Fame

April 8, 2020

This week on Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun discuss President Donald Trump’s conference call with sports commissioners and whether sports are ready to reopen. Specifically, they talk about whether the...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E10: 2020 NFL Mock Draft with Mack and Shaun

April 1, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack and Shaun, the two break from their usual format to go over their picks in a mock draft for the first round of the NFL 2020 Draft. Music: Funkorama...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: 3/28 Weekly Update

March 28, 2020

The State Hornet has switched to weekly broadcast updates. Our fifth broadcast includes updates about the Associated Students, Inc. president and vice president, the Sacramento State Placer Center and...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E9: NFL free agency, COVID-19 testing, Olympics postponement

March 25, 2020

On this episode of Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun sit down —  and log into SquadCast — to discuss perhaps the only thing still happening in pro sports, NFL free agency, as well as the spread of COVID-19...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State coronavirus updates

March 24, 2020

The State Hornet continues to bring biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our fourth broadcast includes updates about the coronavirus, cancellation of campus sports, and the consolidation of students...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E8: Coronavirus cancellations, NFL CBA and free agency

March 16, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack and Shaun, the two discuss the various sports world cancellations caused by the spread of coronavirus, how Shaun was in the Golden 1 Center when a...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Coronavirus update, Super Tuesday and more

March 12, 2020

The State Hornet is bringing biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our third broadcast includes updates about the coronavirus, students participating in Super Tuesday on campus a and thoughts on the...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E7: Tom Brady, Rockets’ Small Ball, Lakers’ Championship Chances

March 9, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun discuss where Tom Brady might go if he chooses to leave New England after becoming a free agent for the first time in his career. Then, the two...

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What are you looking for in California’s primary election?’

March 3, 2020

California has its earliest presidential primary date since 2008, and potential voters are not spoiled for choice. The biggest state in the country has 494 delegates at stake in the democratic nomination...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E6: NFL Combine, Harden vs. Giannis, Special Guest Jason Jones

March 2, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack and Shaun, the two discuss this year’s NFL Combine and whether it is truly necessary as well as the new NBA media feud between James Harden of the...

STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Voting, baseball and hit-and-runs

February 25, 2020

The State Hornet is bringing biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our second broadcast includes students’ thoughts on what voting means to them, hit-and-runs on campus and Sac State baseball player...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E5: Kobe Bryant memories, NFL CBA talks, Wilder vs. Fury II

February 24, 2020

For this week’s episode of Double Coverage, hosts Shaun Holkko and Mack Ervin III are joined by State Hornet staffer Garry Singh to discuss their favorite Kobe Bryant moments following his celebration...

#SacStateSays: ‘What are your thoughts on the Houston Astros’ cheating controversy?’

Students react to the Astros’ sign stealing
February 22, 2020

The State Hornet asked Sacramento State students what they think about the Houston Astros’ cheating scandal, the critical responses from players in the league and Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E4: All-Stars, Astros, Kings

February 18, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack Ervin III and Shaun Holkko, the duo discuss All-Star Weekend, the Astros scandal and the status of the Sacramento Kings franchise. Music: Funkorama...

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What’s your best and worst date?’

February 14, 2020

For Valentine’s Day, The State Hornet set out to ask students about the dates they want to remember forever and the one’s they would rather forget.  

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