Mercy Sosa

[Photo] Estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan con los inmigrantes indocumentados

Brandon Aguilar, Analah Wallace, and Rain Barron
February 24, 2025

Los estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan durante la protesta contra la inmigración que tuvo lugar el martes 11 de febrero de 2025 en el patio de la biblioteca. La protesta consistió en testimonios...

[Photo] Sac State students stand in solidarity with undocumented immigrants

Analah Wallace and Rain Barron
February 12, 2025

Sacramento State students show solidarity during the immigration protest Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025 at the Library quad. The protest consisted of personal testimonials, informative speeches and chants in support...

[Photo] Protestas pro-Palestina empieza en Sac State

May 8, 2024

Los estudiantes construyeron casas de campaña, estaciones de refrescos y establecieron bases de primeros auxilios en el campamento pro palestino en el patio de la biblioteca el lunes 29 de abril del 2024....

President Luke Wood extends encampment approval on second day of pro-Palestine protests

'The encampment can last as long as it continues to be what it is’

Alexander Musa, Mercy Sosa, Julianna Rodriguez, and Analah Wallace
April 30, 2024

President Luke Wood acknowledges the ongoing encampment at Sacramento State and CSU’s statement that they have no plans to fulfill calls for divestment.

Divest, Defend, Declare: Sac State community comes together at pro-Palestine encampment

Mercy Sosa, Editor-in-Chief
April 30, 2024

Pro-Palestine encampment, a form of protest occurring at universities worldwide, commenced at Sacramento State’s Library Quad on Monday.

[Photo] ‘We’re going to be here until the CSU system divests’: Students and organizers comment on Sac State encampment

Analah Wallace, News Editor
April 29, 2024

A tent being assembled in the middle of the Sacramento State’s Library Quad Monday, April 29, 2024. Protestors were set up with necessities, music and books to keep them occupied.

[Photo] BREAKING: Pro-Palestine encampment begins at Sac State

Chris Woodard, Managing Editor
April 29, 2024

Students built tents, refreshment stations and set up first-aid bases at the pro-Palestine encampment in the Library Quad Monday, April 29, 2024. Sac State is now one of over 70 campuses with an encampment...

Assault of male student on campus believed to be targeted, campus police says

Six unknown assailants still at large

Mercy Sosa
April 24, 2024

Sac State’s Police Department Deputy Chief Christina Lofthouse held a press conference on Wednesday to share details of an assault and robbery of a male student on campus by six unknown suspects.

[Photo] The State Hornet fee language change

The State Hornet Publication Board
January 30, 2024

Text written by Phillip Reese. Graphic created in Canva.

[Photo] EDITORIAL: Latino, Latinx or Hispanic?

The State Hornet Editorial Board
December 12, 2023

The State Hornet has decided to allow our Latin sources to choose their identifiers. Whether they identify as Latinx, Latino, Hispanic or Chicanx, we will adjust our use of the terms based on their choice....

BREAKING: Reports of rifle on campus unfounded

Police say they investigated and there was no threat to campus

Peyton Sorosinski and Mercy Sosa
October 12, 2023

Reports of an individual being seen with a rifle on campus were unfounded, according to a community alert email from the Sacramento State Police Department.

Sac State leaders weigh in on recent CapRadio woes

President Wood and ASI president see recent resignations as an opportunity to look forward

Mercy Sosa, Jacob Peterson, and Julianna Rodriguez
October 5, 2023

Both the president of Sacramento State and the President of Associated Students Inc. weighed in on the recent resignations from the CapRadio Board of Directors.

The ‘sol’ shines at Sol Blume as artists bless the stage

Mercy Sosa, Editor in chief
August 25, 2023

Sol Blume 2023 attendees review the annual hip-hop, soul and R&B music festival in Sacramento.

Get the ball rolling: Soccermento State hosts Homeless World Cup tournament

‘We all share the same language, which is soccer’

Mercy Sosa
July 8, 2023

Sacramento State hosts the first tournament of the Homeless World Cup at Hornet Stadium on Saturday.

‘Keep going’: Sac State students graduate at spring 2023 commencement

Mercy Sosa
May 20, 2023

Golden 1 Center held the spring 2023 commencement with graduates walking the stage and receiving their diplomas Friday.

[Photo] Out of order: All blue light emergency towers inoperative at Hornet Commons

Peyton Sorosinski
May 17, 2023

An out of order sign on an emergency blue light tower at Hornet Commons April 29, 2023. This tower is one of seven that are not currently functioning at Hornet Commons, a student living facility at Sacramento...

Cinema Obscura S2 Ep. 2: ‘Kimi’ vs. ‘Moon’

James Fife, Casey Rafter, Mercy Sosa, Chris Woodard, and Aile Flores
May 1, 2023

To the moon and back, robots got your back

The State Hornet Podcast: Amador Hall burglary, Hornet Stadium commencement and Out of the Darkness awareness

Lawrence Charles, Emma Hall, and Mercy Sosa
March 29, 2023

In this episode, hear about how spring commencement could be affected by the Sacramento Kings’ potential playoff run, a burglary at Amador Hall’s psychology department as well as how Peak Adventures promoted the Out of the Darkness Walk along with alcohol safety for students.

Vista Previa: Semana Nacional de Concientización sobre los Trabajadores Agrícolas y más

Mercy Sosa
March 29, 2023

Organizaciones y centros en el campus de Sacramento State organizan eventos en celebración de la semana nacional de concientización sobre los trabajadores agrícolas y más.

[Video] Búsqueda de el nuevo presidente en Sac State, centros para Latinos e Hispanos: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST

Mercy Sosa
February 22, 2023

La sección de español para El Avispon del Estado les presenta el primer broadcast del semestre primavera 2023 que cubre noticias de Sac State y la comunidad Latina e Hispana.

‘Estoy harto y cansado de estar harto y cansado’: La comunidad de Sacramento lamentan la muerte de Tyre Nichols

Manifestantes se acercan al Capitolio para protestar contra la brutalidad policial

Mercy Sosa, Emma Hall, Gavin Hudson, Tony Rodriguez, and Chris Woodard
February 4, 2023

Un conjunto de residentes de Sacramento llenaron los escalones occidentales del edificio del Capitolio del Estado de California mientras observaban en silencio las imágenes de la cámara corporal recién publicadas de la golpiza y el arresto de Tyre Nichols, nativo de Sacramento de 29 años.

Vista Previa: Eventos en la segunda semana del semestre primavera 2023

El centro Serna, centro de recursos para los Dreamers y Consulado General de México ofrecen recursos para estudiantes

Mercy Sosa
February 1, 2023

El centro de recursos para los Dreamers, Serna y Consulado General de México, ofrecen recursos para estudiantes de Sacramento a través de sus eventos. En esta vista previa El Avispón del Estado les compila eventos de estos centros durante la segunda semana del semestre primavera 2023 de parte.

[Photo] Mission statement

December 14, 2022

Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa.

[Photo] 10 holiday songs to explore the meaning of the season

Raymond Purscell
December 14, 2022

10-holiday songs that you should know. This list contains songs that we know and some we may not be familiar with as a reflection of what the holidays can mean to different people. Graphic made in Canva...

[Photo] Ultimate Winter Guide 2022

Jenelle Lum
December 14, 2022

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.

[Photo] EDITORIAL: How are you keeping your campus community safe, Sac State? Your students would like to know

The State Hornet Editorial Board
December 14, 2022

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,...

[Photo] LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Fall 2022 midway audit results

Hannah Asuncion, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Editor
December 1, 2022

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion editor, Hannah Asuncion audits the coverage at The State Hornet midway through the fall semester. Asuncion shares the improvements within each sections and which need more...

[Photo] PREVIEW: Sac State football readies for historic 68th Causeway Classic

Jack Freeman, Football Beat Writer
November 17, 2022

Sac State freshman running back Cameron Skattebo (32) celebrates his first-quarter touchdown run against UC Davis on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at UC Davis Health Stadium. The Sacramento State Hornets return...

[Photo] Results: Movie of the Year 2022

November 15, 2022

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[Photo] NOTICIA DE ÚLTIMA HORA: Oficiales responden a reportes de un tiroteo en residencia de estudiantes

Dominique Williams, Jacob Peterson, and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
November 7, 2022

Edificio 1 en el centro de vivienda estudiantil The Crossings el domingo 30 de octubre de 2022. El tiroteo tuvo lugar alrededor de las 2:15 a. m. en el cuarto piso después de que comenzó una pelea durante...

[Photo] Diary of a Bookworm: Physical vs digital books and their pros and cons

April 13, 2023

Illustration by Mercy Sosa. Graphic created in Canva.

[Photo] Buzzin' Dozen — Edition 7

September 28, 2023

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Not Just A Fad Episode 2

Comparing Gossip Girl and its reboot’s fashion choices

Hannah Asuncion, Mercy Sosa, and James Fife
October 31, 2022

Listen to the second episode of Not Just A Fad, hosted by Hannah Asuncion with guest Mercy Sosa and learn what they think about the character’s styles in “Gossip Girl!”

[Photo] BREAKING: Officers respond to reports of shooting at student living facility

October 30, 2022

Building 1 at The Crossings student living facility on Sunday, Oct. 30, 2022. The shooting took place around 2:15 a.m. on the fourth floor after a fight started during a Halloween party. (Photo taken by...

Not Just A Fad: Comparing Gossip Girl and its reboot’s fashion choices

Hannah Asuncion, Mercy Sosa, and Steven Gutierrez Jr.
October 20, 2022

Listen to the second episode of Not Just A Fad, hosted by Hannah Asuncion with guest Mercy Sosa and learn what they think about the character’s styles in 2007’s Gossip Girl and its 2021 reboot!

[Photo] The ultimate songs for fall

Raymond Purscell
October 20, 2022

This song list captures the fall mood. It features emotional and danceable tracks that are perfect for an autumn drive.(Graphic created in Canva)

[Photo] TIMELINE: The history of recent antisemitism at Sac State

Chris Woodard
October 19, 2022

Sacramento State’s Mendocino Hall caters to students graduating with degrees in communications, journalism, anthropology, humanities and philosophy, as visualized in the image above taken April 2, 2022....

[Photo] INFOGRAPHIC: Understanding the propositions in the 2022 ballot

Alyssa Branum
October 13, 2022

Fernando Rodriguez, 38, with his daughter Cecilia Rodriguez, 2, drops in his vote via a ballot box at Modoc Hall at Sacramento State Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020. The State Hornet compiled the propositions presented...

[Photo] 18 Days Until Halloween: the hidden gem countdown

October 13, 2022

Looking for some treats to make this Halloween awesome? Take a look at this film countdown. (Graphic created in Canva)

[Photo] Collector’s Cave Episode 1: ‘TableTop dice’

Lawrence Charles
October 8, 2022

LGBTQ+ History Month 2022

Mercy Sosa
October 5, 2022

The State Hornet has compiled previous coverage of the LGBTQ+ community aiming to contribute to the educational efforts put forth by the establishment of LGBTQ+ history month.

[Photo] Cinema Obscura Episode 1: “Next” and “Leprechaun 5”

Steven Gutierrez Jr., James Fife, Casey Rafter, and Keyshawn Davis
September 29, 2022

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[Photo] ‘[Don’t] walk away’: Former administrator’s return to Sac State receives mixed emotions

Jacob Peterson and Celene Talavera
September 29, 2022

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...

[Photo] De Argentina a Sacramento, el sueño de una athleta hecho realidad: ‘SOMOS’ PODCAST

Laura De la Garza Garcia
September 26, 2022

Graphic created in Canva.

Hispanic Heritage Month 2022

Mercy Sosa
September 22, 2022

The State Hornet returns with its Hispanic Heritage Month page to commemorate the Hispanic community at Sacramento State and its Hispanic staffers’ work.

[Photo] BREAKING: CSU Chancellor resigns following mishandling of sexual harassment complaints

Jordan Parker, Kamelia Varasteh, and Dylan McNeill
February 17, 2022

California State University Chancellor Joseph Castro addresses student reporters in a virtual press conference Monday, Feb. 8, 2021. Castro announced his resignation as CSU Chancellor after just 13 months...

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...

Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

Mercy Sosa
February 8, 2022

Former digital editor Mercy Sosa sat down with Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State, about the funding Sac State receives for being a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the lack of Hispanic representation in the faculty as a whole and what it’s like teaching and working at Sac State.

[Photo] “Mid” albums, local artists and streaming bewilderment (Ft. Camilla Covington): KEYS ‘N D MINOR

Keyshawn Davis and Nijzel Dotson
February 2, 2022

Graphic created in Canva by Mercy Sosa

Resumen del Semestre Otoño 2021: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST

Mercy Sosa, Erick Amaya, and Erick Salgado
December 20, 2021

En esta edición de El Avispón del Estado, el reportero general de la Diversidad, Equidad y Identidad Erick Amaya y la editora digital Mercy Sosa dan un resumen sobre todas las noticias y cobertura del...

[Photo] EDITORIAL: President Nelsen, we don’t accept your apology — you should resign

State Hornet Editorial Board
December 10, 2021

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...

[Photo] Looking beyond land acknowledgements: Sac State’s history sitting on Native land

Chrissy Martinez and Odin Rasco
December 2, 2021

Enrolled citizen of the Cherokee Nation and president of Sac State’s Ensuring Native Indians Traditions Club, Amanda Croteau, as well as members of the Native community at Sacramento State and Sacramento,...

Debating our cultures’ superstitions and beliefs: SIN FILTRO

Magaly Muñoz, Mercy Sosa, Erick Salgado, and James Fife
November 29, 2021

On the very first videocast of Sin Filtro, The State Hornet’s first Latin-based podcast, features managing editor Magaly Muñoz, digital editor Mercy Sosa and Spanish editor Erick Salgado. They discuss...

[Photo] Album of the Year 2021

Magaly Muñoz and Kaylin Flatland
November 19, 2021

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Native American Heritage Month 2021

Mercy Sosa
November 17, 2021

The State Hornet has compiled previous coverage on this page relating to the Native American community in celebration of this month.

El foro del Jefe de Policía de Sac State Chet Madison Jr. y más: El Avispón Del Estado

Mercy Sosa and Erick Salgado
November 17, 2021

Este es el tercer episodio de “El Avispón del Estado” con la editora digital Mercy Sosa y el editor de cobertura en Español Erick Salgado. Los resúmenes incluyen el foro del Jefe de Policía...

Religion, beliefs and superstitions growing up in Latino communities: SIN FILTRO

Mercy Sosa, Magaly Muñoz, and Erick Salgado
November 10, 2021

On this week’s episode of “Sin Filtro,” editors Mercy Sosa, Magaly Muñoz and Erick Salgado talk about their views on religion, beliefs and superstitions they grew up with in Latino communities. Now...

[Photo] New interim director of Sac State’s Office of Equal Opportunity announced

Kris Hall
November 5, 2021

Mary Lee Vance, Sacramento State’s current director of Services for Students with Disabilities, will now work as interim director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, President Robert Nelsen announced...

Music, candy and movies: All you need for Halloween 2021

Mercy Sosa
October 28, 2021

The State Hornet has compiled its best spooky content for this Halloween season.

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...

[Photo] Sac State’s IMPACT Club hosts multimedia ‘Organic Flux’ exhibit

Zachary Cimaglio
October 27, 2021

“Acid Wash” by IMPACT Club President Ember de Boer (left and right) and “A wall hanging sculpture made of glass, resin, wood, gold leaf, and metal,” as described by de Boer (center). The work will...

The impact of music in our festivities and culture: SIN FILTRO

Mercy Sosa, Magaly Muñoz, and Erick Salgado
October 27, 2021

In the second episode of “Sin Filtro,” editors Mercy Sosa, Magaly Muñoz and Erick Salgado discuss the music they grew up listening to and how it has had an impact on their culture and festivities. The...

Astrology signs — a fun way to connect with friends or completely pointless?: STATE HORNET BUZZED

Mercy Sosa, Jordan Parker, Magaly Muñoz, Kaylin Flatland, and Camryn Dadey
October 18, 2021

Buzzed, The State Hornet’s variety show, returns for a third semester, and allows rotating panelists the opportunity to debate and discuss any topic, from food, to Marvel to Halloween stories. It's time...

[Photo] First openly transgender ASI board member in eight years strives for change

Shelby Tolly
October 13, 2021

Ezra Cabrera joined Associated Students Inc. as director of graduate studies and is the first openly transgender ASI board member in eight years. Photo of Ezra Cabrera taken by Ayaana Williams. Photo in...

[Photo] TIMELINE: A look at the recent history of racism at Sac State

Camryn Dadey
October 7, 2021

Screenshot taken from Facebook video. Graphic created in Canva.

Introducing ourselves and the significance of our culture’s food: Sin Filtro

Erick Salgado, Mercy Sosa, and Magaly Muñoz
October 6, 2021

In the first episode of “Sin Filtro,” editors Erick Salgado, Mercy Sosa and Magaly Muñoz introduce themselves and from which Latin country their family heritage originates. The trio shares how...

Sac State’s Latino community speaks on disproportionate ratios between faculty and students

Mercy Sosa
October 5, 2021

Despite Sac State’s Hispanic Serving Institution status designated by the U.S. Department of Education due to the university’s 25% of undergraduate full-time Hispanic students, the Latino community at the university calls for representation amongst faculty.