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Grace Freeman, a third-year recreation, parks & tourism administration major, scales the rock climbing wall for the first time during the Mocktails and Open Climb event Wednesday, March 15, 2023. Freeman jokingly said they felt like mountain goats during the climb to the top.
PHOTO GALLERY: Mocktails and climbing
(L-R): Rita Gallardo Good, Denyne Colburn, Jared Giarrusso-Khlok and Mary Meuel, all spoke in several candidate forums for Senior Associate Vice President for the Office of Public Affairs and Advocacy from March 14-17. The new Vice President will be in charge of maintaining relationships between Sacramento State and government agencies. (Photos courtesy of LinkedIn, Graphic in Canva by Emma Hall).
Sac State in search of new Vice President for Public Affairs and Advocacy
The State Hornet wins 9 awards from Associated Collegiate Press convention
The State Hornet wins 9 awards from Associated Collegiate Press convention
The WEAVE headquarters located in Midtown on March 14, 2023. With Sacramento State hiring a second advocate, the current advocate will work remotely in Midtown while the new advocate works on campus.
Sac State hires second confidential advocate for sexual assault support
Andrew Yang, Sac State’s first coordinator for the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center, hanging out in the APIDA Center lounge in Lassen Hall on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. Yang aims to encourage students to join the APIDA Center and offer support services such as scholarships and internships.
‘We are the product of everyone who has supported us’
Andrew Yang, Sac State’s first coordinator for the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center, hanging out in the APIDA Center lounge in Lassen Hall on Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. Yang aims to encourage students to join the APIDA Center and offer support services such as scholarships and internships.
‘We are the product of everyone who has supported us’
Students, faculty, and community members posing for a group photo in The Engrained Restaurant Thursday, March 9, 2023 in honor of Native American Culture Week. Native American students make less than one percent of Sacramento State’s student population, according to Native American Studies professor Nia Gregory. These events are pathways for everyone to connect to one another.
Community gathers to commemorate Native American Culture Week
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Kaliyah Vernon, estudiante de estudios étnicos y mujeres y de género, posa dentro del centro Serna el Lunes, febrero 28, 2023. Vernon habla de su experiencia siendo Afro-Latina. Foto de Vernon tomada por Itzel Espinoza. Gráfico creado en Canva por Mercy Sosa.
Afro-Latinidad: Viviendo en los márgenes
Director of Educational Equity Access and Equity Strategist Dr. Chao Vang (left) shaking hands with Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Center coordinator Andrew Yang in the APIDA Center during its grand opening on Tuesday, Feb.28, 2023.
Celebrating community: Sac State APIDA Center opens, MLK Center expands
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Búsqueda de el nuevo presidente en Sac State, centros para Latinos e Hispanos: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
Jenn Galinto, a third-year political science and journalism major, speaking at the new president open forum in the University Union Ballroom Friday, Feb. 3, 2023. The Advisory Committee for the Selection for the New University President will be selecting a president this semester before Robert Nelsen’s retirement in July.
Sac State students want university president who understands their struggles
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
(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
BREAKING: Sexual assault reported near Klamath Hall
BREAKING: Sexual assault reported near Klamath Hall
Fourth-year ethnic studies major Jenny Ruiz-Sanchez near Riverfront Feb. 20, 2023. With the release of Sacramento State’s Sexual, Violence, Safety, and Support plan, Ruiz-Sanchez said she feels the plan is a step in the right direction but said the university needs to share this information with more students.
Sac State support plan seeks to spread sexual assault prevention awareness
Nida Muhammad Nyazi, 31, was arrested in Germany, the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department announced Thursday. Nyazi is an alleged suspect in two sexual assault cases on campus from the fall. (Photo courtesy of Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department, graphic made in Canva by Chris Woodard)
BREAKING: Police arrest suspect in relation to Sac State sexual assaults
Eureka Hall at night with recently enhanced lighting on Jan. 31, 2022. Lighting has been added and upgraded around Eureka Hall as a result of the newly released campus safety plan, according to President Robert Nelsen.
Sac State releases action plan to improve public safety
Photo by Alyssa Branum. Graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Julie Blunt
TIMELINE: Sexual assault at Sac State
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Kaliyah Vernon, estudiante de estudios étnicos y mujeres y de género, posa dentro del centro Serna el Lunes, febrero 28, 2023. Vernon habla de su experiencia siendo Afro-Latina. Foto de Vernon tomada por Itzel Espinoza. Gráfico creado en Canva por Mercy Sosa.
Afro-Latinidad: Viviendo en los márgenes
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Búsqueda de el nuevo presidente en Sac State, centros para Latinos e Hispanos: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
El foro abierto para la búsqueda del nuevo presidente y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro abierto para la búsqueda del nuevo presidente y más: El Avispón Del Estado
jKaiLord cantando Sin justicia, no hay paz mientras marchaba por Sacramento el viernes 27 de enero de 2023. jKaiLord estuvo entre varios manifestantes que pidieron justicia después de la muerte de Tyre Nichols, quien murió días después de ser golpeado por agentes de policía de Memphis.
‘Estoy harto y cansado de estar harto y cansado’: La comunidad de Sacramento lamentan la muerte de Tyre Nichols
Head coach Mark Campbell yells offensive plays to his team against San José State on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. Campbell accepted the job of Texas Christian University head coach Tuesday after two seasons at Sac State.
BREAKING: Hornet women’s basketball head coach accepts TCU coaching job
(L-R) Senior first baseman Martin Vincelli-Simard celebrates his eighth inning grand slam with junior outfielder Cesar Valero, sophomore outfielder Jeffery Heard and freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy Saturday, March 18, 2022, at John Smith Field. Vincelli-Simard’s grand slam was the second of the day for the Hornets and sealed the lone win of the weekend for the Hornets, 13-8.
Weekend Recap: Sac State Baseball can’t overcome WAC favorites Grand Canyon University
Freshman forward Solape Amusan sets a screen for senior guard Kahlaijah Dean on Saturday March 18, 2023 at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The pair combined for 16 points in the Hornets season-ending loss.
Hornets bounced in first round of NCAA tournament by UCLA
FILE: Sacramento State softball celebrates after a win against Southern Utah March 3, 2023 at Shea Stadium. The Hornets swept the University of Maine in a doubleheader Wednesday to move their record to 14-9 on the season.
Sac State softball takes first season sweep over University of Maine
The Sacramento State women’s basketball face off in the March Madness tournament for the first time ever against UCLA on Saturday in Los Angeles. The Hornets have already set a school record in wins with their conference tournament victory, but Sac State looks to continue the historic season. Photos by: Megan Cai - Daily Bruin and Lucas Monteros. GIF made in Canva by Jack Freeman
PREVIEW: Sac State women’s basketball ready for historic clash with UCLA
Head coach Mark Campbell yells offensive plays to his team against San José State on Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. Campbell accepted the job of Texas Christian University head coach Tuesday after two seasons at Sac State.
BREAKING: Hornet women’s basketball head coach accepts TCU coaching job
Freshman forward Solape Amusan sets a screen for senior guard Kahlaijah Dean on Saturday March 18, 2023 at Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles, CA. The pair combined for 16 points in the Hornets season-ending loss.
Hornets bounced in first round of NCAA tournament by UCLA
The Sacramento State women’s basketball face off in the March Madness tournament for the first time ever against UCLA on Saturday in Los Angeles. The Hornets have already set a school record in wins with their conference tournament victory, but Sac State looks to continue the historic season. Photos by: Megan Cai - Daily Bruin and Lucas Monteros. GIF made in Canva by Jack Freeman
PREVIEW: Sac State women’s basketball ready for historic clash with UCLA
Inside Sac State women’s basketball’s journey to NCAA tournament
Inside Sac State women’s basketball’s journey to NCAA tournament
The Sacramento State women’s basketball team will be playing in the NCAA tournament for the first time in school history after winning the Big Sky Conference tournament Wednesday March 8, 2023. The Hornets will find out their opponent for the tournament on Sunday as they try to win a national title. Graphic created in Canva by Jack Freeman
Sac State women’s basketball takes over Big Sky, wins championship
(L-R) Senior first baseman Martin Vincelli-Simard celebrates his eighth inning grand slam with junior outfielder Cesar Valero, sophomore outfielder Jeffery Heard and freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy Saturday, March 18, 2022, at John Smith Field. Vincelli-Simard’s grand slam was the second of the day for the Hornets and sealed the lone win of the weekend for the Hornets, 13-8.
Weekend Recap: Sac State Baseball can’t overcome WAC favorites Grand Canyon University
Junior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez gets into a defensive position for an at bat versus UC Davis Tuesday, March 7, 2023. Sac State got its first win of the year over the rival Aggies, 9-6.
Week Recap: Sac State baseball beats UC Davis, drops three straight to Central Michigan
Junior right-handed pitcher Cooper Rons delivers a pitch at John Smith Field Friday, March 3, 2023. Rons made two appearances on the weekend, pitching five and one third innings, allowing seven hits and seven earned runs.
Series Recap: Sacramento State baseball hits potholes in Dodgertown Classic
Freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy and Junior designated hitter Cesar Valero celebrate Aloy’s first collegiate home run at John Smith Field Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Aloy spearheaded the offense over the weekend with five hits, five RBIs, two HRs, one double and one triple.
Sac State baseball gets first sweep of the year despite cancellations
(L-R) Freshman first baseman Braden Frank, junior third basemen Jorge Bojorquez, freshman shortstop Wehiwa Aloy and junior second basemen Josh Rolling chat during a pitching change on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, at John Smith Field. Sac State rallied from a 4-1 deficit to beat North Dakota State 8-6, with the Hornets offense scoring 29 runs on the weekend to push them to 3-1 to start the year.
Series Recap: Offense shines for Sac State baseball on way to series win
Pins on a map represent different stops in former Sacramento State quarterback McLeod Bethel-Thompson’s professional playing career. He has played organized football for 20 years, professionally for 12. Photo: (L-R) Ezra Wright, Getty images, Bob Butrym. Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter
Putting ‘journey’ in Journeyman: Sac State quarterback catches on in Canada
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
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
Women’s Homeless World Cup winners holding up their trophy in 2015. The tournament will be held at Hornet Stadium for its 20th anniversary in July.
‘People just need a chance’: Street soccer tournament featuring unhoused players comes to Sacramento
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
FILE: Sacramento State softball celebrates after a win against Southern Utah March 3, 2023 at Shea Stadium. The Hornets swept the University of Maine in a doubleheader Wednesday to move their record to 14-9 on the season.
Sac State softball takes first season sweep over University of Maine
Junior pitcher Savannah Wahl throws a pitch on the mound at Shea Stadium on Friday, March 3, 2023.. Wahl transferred from Butte community college in Oroville, California to Sacramento State this year.
Sac State softball brings heat at Capital Classic
The Sac State softball team huddles around home plate on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023 at Sac State. The Hornets opened their season with the NorCal kickoff tournament where they won 2 of 5 games.
RECAP: Sac State softball drop 3 of 5 games in opening tournament
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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
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
(L-R) Juniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki during their home match versus Saint Mary’s at Sacramento State Tennis courts on Saturday, Feb. 4, 2023. The duo went 20-1 in doubles play during the 2022 season. Photos by Hugo Quintanilla. Graphic created in canva by Chris Woodard
Two is better than one: Hungarian national champions serve aces for Sac State
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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.
(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
A Guide to the Mandalorian Galaxy digs into the Disney+ show, featuring everyone’s favorite mini-yoda: Grogu. “The Mandalorian” title graphic courtesy of The Walt Disney Company. (Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter)
A Guide to The Mandalorian Galaxy: ‘The Mines of Mandalore’ and ‘The Convert’
Illustration by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva.
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘Iron Widow’ offers female rage as something to admire
Midterm season is right around the corner for Sac State students. The State Hornet shares its tips and tricks. (Graphic made in Canva by Hailey Valdivia).
The State Hornet’s 2023 midterm survival guide
A gas mask on the wall near the entrance of the Smog Collectors exhibit at the Library Gallery Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. The lens reveals an image depicting various agents of pollution in modern society; the inscription on the filter provides some background behind the inspiration for the piece.
Grim gallery shows haunting future for generations to come
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
A gas mask on the wall near the entrance of the Smog Collectors exhibit at the Library Gallery Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. The lens reveals an image depicting various agents of pollution in modern society; the inscription on the filter provides some background behind the inspiration for the piece.
Grim gallery shows haunting future for generations to come
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
Classy Bag Lady’s Chic Boutique proprietor Connie McBride’s tile art on display at her booth at the Sacramento Black Expo on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. McBride’s boutique is a Sacramento-based mobile fashion business that offers unique clothing, jewelry and accessories.
Sacramento hosts annual celebration of Black Expo
A group of models posed together in front of the “Cloth as Community” sign in the Library Gallery on Thursday, Feb. 2, 2023. The varied ensembles express Hmong culture through textiles.
Diaspora, resilience and common ground: Library Gallery celebrates Hmong culture in latest exhibit
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
Classy Bag Lady’s Chic Boutique proprietor Connie McBride’s tile art on display at her booth at the Sacramento Black Expo on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. McBride’s boutique is a Sacramento-based mobile fashion business that offers unique clothing, jewelry and accessories.
Sacramento hosts annual celebration of Black Expo
Many Sac State students are dating and plan to have a romantic date on Valentine’s Day but can’t decide where to go. The State Hornet made a list of cafes, restaurants and bars to visit when love’s day is here. (Graphic by Madelaine Church made in Canva)
Love is in the hive
“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
This year for March Madness, we recognize the excessively talented few who can make music without the full ensemble. Vote for your favorite stand-alone artist here. Graphic made in Canva by Alyssa Branum
March Madness returns! Vote for your favorite musical artist
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
The Lab Rats are a local jazz band in Sacramento that formed a year ago. These born and raised Sacramento musicians are changing the music scene with their approach to modern American jazz. (Photos and graphic by Madelaine Church made in Canva. Mouse drawing by Miguel Recenedez. )
Lab Rats: Experimental musicians rise in Sacramento’s music scene
Hobo Johnson came back to Harlow’s for a night of music and community benefit on Thursday, February 2, 2023. The money made from the show was donated to Camp Resolution, an autonomous camp of unhoused people in Sacramento. (Photo by Ruth Finch. Graphic made by Ruth Finch in Canva.)
Artist spotlight: Hobo Johnson’s getting his groove back
Georgia-born rapper Lil Yachty released his fifth studio album “Let’s Start Here.” on Jan. 27. The album plunges Yachty into a new style and sound. (Photo courtesy of Quality Control)
REVIEW: Lil Yachty’s ‘Let’s Start Here.’
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
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
The 95th annual Academy Awards will be hosted on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin Hudson.
The Big Picture – Oscars 2023 Preview
Newsletter editor and film critic Gavin S. Hudson has been reviewing movies since high school. “The Whale” has been nominated for three Oscars; is it worthy? Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson | movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘The Whale’
A Guide to the Mandalorian Galaxy digs into the Disney+ show, featuring everyone’s favorite mini-yoda: Grogu. “The Mandalorian” title graphic courtesy of The Walt Disney Company. (Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter)
A Guide to The Mandalorian Galaxy: ‘The Apostate’
Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Universal Pictures.
The Big Picture – ‘The Fabelmans’
Graphic created in Canva by Dominique Williams and Gavin S. Hudson. Movie posters courtesy of Disney.
The Big Picture – ‘Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania’
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Swarm Report Week 5: Taking a look at baseball before conference play begins
The State Hornet Podcast: Internet Upgrade, Women’s Basketball and State Hornet March Madness: the best musician
The State Hornet Podcast: Internet Upgrade, Women’s Basketball and State Hornet March Madness: the best musician
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
The State Hornet Podcast: APIDA Center, MLK Center expansion, Campus Safety, ‘Vessels’ and Project Rebound
The State Hornet Podcast: APIDA Center, MLK Center expansion, Campus Safety, ‘Vessels’ and Project Rebound
State Hornet Broadcast: Oops! All sports
State Hornet Broadcast: Oops! All sports
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Swarm Report Week 5: Taking a look at baseball before conference play begins
The State Hornet Podcast: Internet Upgrade, Women’s Basketball and State Hornet March Madness: the best musician
The State Hornet Podcast: Internet Upgrade, Women’s Basketball and State Hornet March Madness: the best musician
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
The State Hornet Podcast: APIDA Center, MLK Center expansion, Campus Safety, ‘Vessels’ and Project Rebound
The State Hornet Podcast: APIDA Center, MLK Center expansion, Campus Safety, ‘Vessels’ and Project Rebound
Collector’s Cave Episode 7: Twisty Puzzles
Collector’s Cave Episode 7: Twisty Puzzles
The State Hornet Podcast: Internet Upgrade, Women’s Basketball and State Hornet March Madness: the best musician
The State Hornet Podcast: Internet Upgrade, Women’s Basketball and State Hornet March Madness: the best musician
The State Hornet Podcast: APIDA Center, MLK Center expansion, Campus Safety, ‘Vessels’ and Project Rebound
The State Hornet Podcast: APIDA Center, MLK Center expansion, Campus Safety, ‘Vessels’ and Project Rebound
The State Hornet Podcast: Lab Rats band, Black Expo, APIDA center unveiling and annual Black professional mixer
The State Hornet Podcast: Lab Rats band, Black Expo, APIDA center unveiling and annual Black professional mixer
The State Hornet Podcast: Little Africa returns, students speak up against on-campus assault.
The State Hornet Podcast: Little Africa returns, students speak up against on-campus assault.
The State Hornet Podcast: Homeless World Cup, Shirley Weber advocates for reparations, blessing backpacks and Kahlaija Dean
The State Hornet Podcast: Homeless World Cup, Shirley Weber advocates for reparations, blessing backpacks and Kahlaija Dean
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
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Como una profesora de Sac State ‘empuja’ por más representación: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Kaliyah Vernon, estudiante de estudios étnicos y mujeres y de género, posa dentro del centro Serna el Lunes, febrero 28, 2023. Vernon habla de su experiencia siendo Afro-Latina. Foto de Vernon tomada por Itzel Espinoza. Gráfico creado en Canva por Mercy Sosa.
Afro-Latinidad: Viviendo en los márgenes
El foro abierto para la búsqueda del nuevo presidente y más: El Avispón Del Estado
El foro abierto para la búsqueda del nuevo presidente y más: El Avispón Del Estado
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
State Hornet Broadcast: Oops! All sports
State Hornet Broadcast: Oops! All sports
Vegan tacos on menu at The WELL
Vegan tacos on menu at The WELL
State Hornet broadcast: Strife in campus life
State Hornet broadcast: Strife in campus life
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Búsqueda de el nuevo presidente en Sac State, centros para Latinos e Hispanos: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST
State Hornet Broadcast: Sac State celebrates Lunar New Year and mourners remember Tyre Nichols at candlelit vigil
State Hornet Broadcast: Sac State celebrates Lunar New Year and mourners remember Tyre Nichols at candlelit vigil
A Guide to the Mandalorian Galaxy digs into the Disney+ show, featuring everyone’s favorite mini-yoda: Grogu. “The Mandalorian” title graphic courtesy of The Walt Disney Company. (Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter)
A Guide to The Mandalorian Galaxy: ‘The Mines of Mandalore’ and ‘The Convert’
Illustration by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva.
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘Iron Widow’ offers female rage as something to admire
Midterm season is right around the corner for Sac State students. The State Hornet shares its tips and tricks. (Graphic made in Canva by Hailey Valdivia).
The State Hornet’s 2023 midterm survival guide
The 95th annual Academy Awards will be hosted on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin Hudson.
The Big Picture – Oscars 2023 Preview
Newsletter editor and film critic Gavin S. Hudson has been reviewing movies since high school. “The Whale” has been nominated for three Oscars; is it worthy? Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson | movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘The Whale’
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
Newsletter editor and film critic Gavin S. Hudson has been reviewing movies since high school. “The Whale” has been nominated for three Oscars; is it worthy? Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson | movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘The Whale’
Series promotional poster featuring Cassian Andor, played by Diego Luna and supporting cast. “Wouldn’t you rather give it all at once to something real?” (Picture courtesy of Disney+. Graphic created in Canva by Ryan Ascalon).
‘Andor’ grounds Star Wars universe in storytelling
(L-R) Ellie (Bella Ramsey) and Joel (Pedro Pascal) looking out at post-apocalyptic Boston. They are about set out for an adventure that will change both of their lives (Photo courtesy, Sony Pictures)
‘The Last Of Us’ stands among the best game to-screen adaptations
Illustration by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva.
Diary of a Bookworm: Is ‘Brutal Prince’ really worth the hype?
Georgia-born rapper Lil Yachty released his fifth studio album “Let’s Start Here.” on Jan. 27. The album plunges Yachty into a new style and sound. (Photo courtesy of Quality Control)
REVIEW: Lil Yachty’s ‘Let’s Start Here.’
A Guide to the Mandalorian Galaxy digs into the Disney+ show, featuring everyone’s favorite mini-yoda: Grogu. “The Mandalorian” title graphic courtesy of The Walt Disney Company. (Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter)
A Guide to The Mandalorian Galaxy: ‘The Mines of Mandalore’ and ‘The Convert’
Illustration by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva.
Diary of a Bookworm: ‘Iron Widow’ offers female rage as something to admire
The 95th annual Academy Awards will be hosted on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin Hudson.
The Big Picture – Oscars 2023 Preview
Newsletter editor and film critic Gavin S. Hudson has been reviewing movies since high school. “The Whale” has been nominated for three Oscars; is it worthy? Graphic created in Canva by Elena Burgé and Gavin S. Hudson | movie posters courtesy of A24.
The Big Picture – ‘The Whale’
A Guide to the Mandalorian Galaxy digs into the Disney+ show, featuring everyone’s favorite mini-yoda: Grogu. “The Mandalorian” title graphic courtesy of The Walt Disney Company. (Graphic made in Canva by Isaac Streeter)
A Guide to The Mandalorian Galaxy: ‘The Apostate’
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[Photo] The State Hornet wins 9 awards from Associated Collegiate Press convention

March 17, 2023

(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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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.

Mercy Sosa, James Fife, and Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Brandon Bailey, Jordan Parker, and John Cabales
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Jordan Parker, Ayaana Williams, Kaylin Flatland, John Cabales, James Fife, and Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Camryn Dadey, Isabelle Juarez, Emma Hall, Ayaana Williams, Zachary Cimaglio, Mack Ervin III, and James Fife
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Jordan Parker, Magaly Muñoz, Mercy Sosa, Kaylin Flatland, Camryn Dadey, Mack Ervin III, and James Fife
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, and Magaly Muñoz
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, and Magaly Muñoz
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Rose Vega, and Gavin Rock
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

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
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

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
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

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Jordan Latimore
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

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
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

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
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

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
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’

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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’

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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’

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Jordan Parker
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, Jordan Latimore, and Ian Edwards
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

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, Sara Nevis, and Ian Ratliff
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
Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Tara Gnewikow, Lauren Vannucci, Dominic Vitiello, and Robbie Pierce
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

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
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

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Aranza Mora, Mack Ervin III, Ian Ratliff, and Sara Nevis
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
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

Allisyn Mayhew, Mack Ervin III, Max Connor, and Madeleine Beck
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
Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
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

Mack Ervin III, Savannah Solley, and Kayla Brown
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, and Allisyn Mayhew
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E14: 2020 NFL Draft Recap

Shaun Holkko and Mack Ervin III
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
Mack Ervin III
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

Savannah Solley, Mack Ervin III, Kayla Brown, and
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

Shaun Holkko, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kayla Brown, Kelly Kiernan, Savannah Solley, and Mack Ervin III
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kayla Brown, Allisyn Mayhew, Mack Ervin III, and Kelly Kiernan
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kayla Brown, Madeleine Beck, Mack Ervin III, and Kelly Kiernan
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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kayla Brown, Allisyn Mayhew, Mack Ervin III, and Kelly Kiernan
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kelly Kiernan, Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, Allisyn Mayhew, Shaun Holkko, and Savannah Solley
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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?’

Mack Ervin III
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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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

Kelly Kiernan, Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, Savannah Solley, and Shaun Holkko
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

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

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
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
Luis Platero and Mack Ervin III
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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E4: All-Stars, Astros, Kings

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
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...

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