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Mia Huss, A&E Staffer
![Dua Lipa’s third studio album “Radical Optimism” features energetic pop tracks that create a perfect playlist for the summer. Tune in to hear Dua Lipa’s classic sound, with electronic beats and relatable lyrics. (Photo courtesy of Warner Records, graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Radical-Optimism-Album-Review-1200x675.jpg)
Dua Lipa shares radical spin on Britpop genre with ‘Radical Optimism’
Channeling the freedom and confidence of 90s pop flair
![Red Bull is one of the most popular energy drinks among college students. See how Red Bull ranks among other popular energy drinks in this top 10 guide for the best energy drinks. (Graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Lede-1200x675.jpg)
Top 10 energy drinks to help zap through the semester
From morning classes to late-night studying, fuel up with these energy drinks
![Popular video games like “Fallout” and “League of Legends” have taken to the big screen within the past few years. Fans enjoy the expansion of their favorite fandoms and virtual worlds. (Graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/videogmaeeeee-1200x675.jpg)
Level up: Video game adaptations on the big and small screen
How video games inspire adaptations for screens big and small
![Listening to Girl in Red’s new album “I’m Doing It Again, Baby!” is like a glimpse into her diary as an artist. Songs about unrequited love, heartache and mental health struggles are just a few of the topics Girl in Red touches on in her second album. (Photo courtesy of Columbia Records, graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Lese-Photo-courtesy-of-Columbia-Records--1200x675.png)
Girl in Red is most definitely ‘Doing It Again, Baby!’
An electrifying album with themes of self-love and confidence
![Senior studio art major Alejandra Ruiz and her art piece depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe from her collection “Tonantzin.” This is one of many paintings where Ruiz depicts religious figures. (Graphic created in Canva and photo taken by Rodrigo Martinez)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Alejandra-Ruiz-BIPOC-1-2-1200x675.png)
BIPOC artists at Sac State bring color and culture to the world of fine arts
Artists imbue personal stories of religious upbringing into dynamic paintings
![Black Indigenous and People of Color are dominating the music industry in all genres, from R&B, pop, and indie music. Learn about these leading BIPOC women who have set the tone for the future of the music industry (Graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss).](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WOC-in-music-1200x675.png)
Symphonies of success: Rising women in the music industry
The trailblazing women you won’t want to skip tuning in to
![Here are some of the diverse women in the media industry who are making waves right now. From “Barbie” to “The Bear,” these women have starred in some of the most critically acclaimed shows and films. (Graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/WOC-in-Media-AE-1200x675.jpg)
Rewriting the script for diverse women in media
These women are the ‘reel’ deal in the media industry
![An image of Beyoncé in a rhinestone outfit channeling her inner diva that reflects the genre of her new country music singles. Her new songs are an example of many Black contributions to the country music genre. (Photo courtesy of Beyoncé via Instagram, graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss and Karina Torres)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LEDE-1-2-1200x675.jpg)
Black artists in country music: Beyoncé and beyond
Highlighting the contributions of Black artists in a predominately white genre
![A graduate salutes to family in a crowded Golden 1 Center during their commencement for Sac State, May 23, 2023. A goal of the Black Student Success Task Force is to offer numerous resources to increase the amount of Black students earning a degree.](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/LeadAlyssa_BSSTF_0P1A7236-1200x800.jpg)
Sac State launches Black Success Initiative and Black Honors College
The university enrolls the highest number of Black students throughout the CSU system
![The California Faculty Association planned a weeklong statewide strike from Jan. 22 -26, but was cut to just a day after a tentative agreement with California State University was reached. A vote about the ratification of the agreement between CFA and CSU took place between Feb. 12-18. (Graphic created in Canva by Julianna Rodriguez)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/DEI-CFA-Graphics-1-1200x675.png)
CFA tentative agreement: A step in the right direction
Faculty remain hopeful for future agreements to achieve long-term goals
![The political climate drives LGBTQ+ students such as senior international relations major and co-President of the Lavender Alliance Emilie Jocson, to help organize student groups to push back against anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric on campus. Student organizations such as the Lavender Alliance have committed themselves to helping students connect with their peers. (Photo by Brionna Woody. Graphic created in Canva by Mia Huss)](https://statehornet.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Reactions-Story-1200x675.png)
Sac State community discusses frustrations with anti-LGBTQ+ legislation
The upcoming presidential election causes concern for voters as well