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A group of inmates walk to perform their work duties at Folsom State Prison Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013. Prop 6 would have allowed the incarcerated the option to decline work assignments.
Defeated at the polls, California voters reject Proposition 6
(L-R) Sac State history professor Dr. Michael Vann, former President of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Northern Illinois history professor Eric Jones stand onstage in the University Ballroom Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. President Yudhoyono discussed his experiences with leadership and what he hopes to see from the nation in the future.
International Conference on Genocide concludes with a focus on global unity
The Kwibuka flame of hope statue outside the University Union Ballroom III Nov. 15, 2024. The second day of the Conferance on Genocide put more of a focus on health and healing.
Day 2 of the International Conference on Genocide reflects on trauma and healing
The annual Causeway Classic Blood Drive will be held in the University Union Ballroom from Nov. 18-20. Students can register to donate blood and help Sac State defeat UC Davis in a blood drive competition. (Graphic made in Canva)
Annual Causeway Classic Blood Drive returns to the hive
Sac State students have expressed mixed feelings following the rhetoric around the U.S. election. Alexis Weremecszko, a fifth-year food nutrition major, said that the election has changed the way they interact with their loved ones. (Made in Canva)
OPINION: ‘Just to create an enemy’: Sac State students struggle with political rhetoric after election
The National Institute on Artificial Intelligence in Society (NIAIS) launched last year and has since begun steadily implementing new AI-enabled tools to help students and faculty succeed. (Graphic made in Canva)
Sac State’s NIAIS on the future of AI in education
The Collegian’s news page Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024. The Collegian is an independent, student run newspaper at Pennsylvania State University and recently saw their newspapers removed from campus without notice.
OPINION – ‘A new form of administrative censorship’: Student journalism is under attack
Lassen Hall houses the Student Service Center, currently accepting students who are still waiting for financial aid September 9, 2024. With FAFSA loans facing delays due to system changes, students have been seeking assistance at Lassen Hall’s financial service offices.
FAFSA delays and changes threaten Sac State’s financially vulnerable students
President Luke Wood speaks at a fee increase town hall in the University Union Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. In announcing the fee increases, Wood said the additional funds would support enhancements to student life at Sac State.
BREAKING: Sac State President Luke Wood announces 4 of 5 student fee increases approved
Sac State President Luke Wood made his annual fall Address on Aug. 22, 2024 about the challenges and success stories over the past year. Wood described the university rising into a leadership role for the entire CSU, despite financial challenges.
President’s fall address highlights Sac State’s assistive programs for students
Students gathered at the ASI Election results party in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Student government leaders for the 2024-2025 academic year were chosen through the election, which saw a 13% voter turnout rate.
Sac State’s ASI elections unveil student apathy and representation concerns
The Associated Students, Inc. holds a results party for the student government elections in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Family and friends of the candidates were able to come out to the event and show support.
Voters support second term for current ASI president with 13% turnout
The ASI Student Government election begins Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. and will run through the evening of Thursday, April 11, 2024. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
FAQ: 2024 ASI student government elections
Mixed canned fruit and veggies on the shelves of the Associated Students, Inc. Food Pantry, Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The food pantry provides both fresh produce and groceries, according to its website.
ASI Food Pantry provides resources for students with low food security
Associated Students Inc. Vice President of University Affairs Alec Tong poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring 2023 semester. Tong resigned from his position on Monday, Nov. 27. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)
BREAKING: Second ASI board member resigns
A Sacramento State Police car along the American River Bike Trail after responding to a call Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Sac State PD released the Clery report last Tuesday, informing students of the rise in crime on and around campus.
Reports of campus crime rose over 200% since 2021, according to Clery Report
The Sacramento State Police Department issued a timely warning notice regarding a sexual battery case that occurred in Hornet Tunnel Tuesday, May 14. The investigation is ongoing and it is unknown if either party involved attends Sac State.
BREAKING: Sexual battery occurred in Hornet Tunnel
Sacramento State’s Police Department Deputy Chief Christina Lofthouse stands outside of the campus police department Wednesday, April 24. Lofthouse held a press conference regarding the assault and robbery of a male student on campus.
Assault of male student on campus believed to be targeted, campus police says
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
The Sacramento Police Department responded to a shooting at the University and 65th Street light rail station around 3 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024. The suspects in the shooting allegedly carjacked someone at gunpoint nearby on Folsom Blvd, the car was found abandoned on campus in parking lot 2.
The near-campus shooting and carjacking: What we know
Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebran Halloween
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
El Centro de Servicios Estudiantiles está localizado en Lassen Hall. El centro está aceptando a estudiantes que siguen esperando ayuda financiera el 9 de septiembre, 2024. Con préstamos de FAFSA siendo retrasados debido a cambios del sistema, los estudiantes han buscado ayuda en las oficinas de servicio financiero de Lassen Hall.
Cambios y retrasos de FAFSA amenazan a los estudiantes financieramente vulnerables de Sac State.
Flores en señal de memoria para Kaylee Xiong en la intersección de Cosumnes River Boulevard y Franklin Boulevard el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Xiong acababa de comenzar su primer semestre en Sac State.
Un estudiante de Sac State murió después de ser atropellada en el sur de Sacramento
Estudiantes frente al Amador Hall protestan por los derechos trans y en contra del evento de Turning Point USA con la ex nadadora universitaria Paula Scanlan el martes 2 de abril de 2024. Varios grupos de estudiantes asistieron a la protesta, como Estudiantes para Educación de Calidad (SQE), Lavender Alliance y Estudiantes Aliados por la Justicia en Sac State.
Defensores de los derechos trans en Sac State protestan en oposición al orador de Turning Point USA
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. Sac State ahora es uno de los más de 70 campuses con un campamento de protesta
Protestas pro-Palestina empieza en Sac State
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
Vincenzo Rodriguez y Asher Franco-Carreño platican con estudiantes de la Universidad Estatal de Sacramento durante la Bienvenida Queer en el salón de baile de la Unión Universitaria, el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Rodríguez y Francro-Carreño dijeron que aprovechan de muchos recursos en Sac State incluyendo el Pride Center.
La Bienvenida Queer celebra un nuevo año escolar
Sacramento State huddles around head coach Aaron Kallhoff during a timeout against Long Beach State Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Hornets lead the Big Sky Conference with a 4-1 record.
Stacking Days: Backcourt helps Hornets secure second spot in conference over first two weeks
Sophomore midfielder Ellie Farber dribbling down the field against Northern Arizona in the first round of the Big Sky Tournament Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hornets went on to eliminate the Lumberjacks on Penalty Kicks 4-3.
Hornets get stomped by top-seeded Trojans in the NCAA Tournament
Senior forward Jacob Holt goes up for a dunk attempt over a CSUN Matador defender Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Holt hit a career-high of 20 points in a game.
Buzzin’ at the Basket: Sac State searching for consistency after two weeks of play
Redshirt freshman guard Sofia Alonso looking for an open teammate against Long Beach State Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. Alonso finished with 17 points and five assists.
Heartbreaking loss at the buzzer snaps Sac State’s win streak
(L-R) Sophomore guard Emil Skytta and senior forward Jacob Holtfend off a CSUN Matador defender Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Holt had a career-high 20 points in the game.
Slow second-half spiral defers Sac State’s offensive unveiling
Sacramento State huddles around head coach Aaron Kallhoff during a timeout against Long Beach State Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. The Hornets lead the Big Sky Conference with a 4-1 record.
Stacking Days: Backcourt helps Hornets secure second spot in conference over first two weeks
Senior forward Jacob Holt goes up for a dunk attempt over a CSUN Matador defender Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Holt hit a career-high of 20 points in a game.
Buzzin’ at the Basket: Sac State searching for consistency after two weeks of play
Redshirt freshman guard Sofia Alonso looking for an open teammate against Long Beach State Sunday, Nov. 17, 2024. Alonso finished with 17 points and five assists.
Heartbreaking loss at the buzzer snaps Sac State’s win streak
(L-R) Sophomore guard Emil Skytta and senior forward Jacob Holtfend off a CSUN Matador defender Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Holt had a career-high 20 points in the game.
Slow second-half spiral defers Sac State’s offensive unveiling
Redshirt freshman guard Sofia Alonso guards a ball handler against Lincoln University Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024. Alonso led all players with five steals in the Hornets’ victory over Cal State Fullerton Thursday.
No contest: Hornets burn through competition to remain perfect
Redshirt senior Evan Gibbons releasing a fastball at John Smith Field against Tarleton Friday, April 26, 2024. Gibbons is the only pitcher this season to pitch in a complete game.
A return to prominence for Sac State in Arlington
Senior right fielder Cesar Valero sliding into third base after running from first in the second inning at John Smith Field, against Tarleton State University Friday, April 26, 2024. Valero scored after a single by senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez.
The lows of baseball present themselves to Sac State again
Redshirt senior pitcher Evan Gibbons and sophomore catcher Jacob Cortez celebrating with the team after getting the final strikeout of the inning while walking into the dugout against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Gibbons has a total of 40 strikeouts currently this season.
Another weekend sweep for Sac State baseball in Irvine
Junior catcher Elie Kligman taking a lead at first base at John Smith Field against California Baptist University Friday, April 5, 2024. Kligman is the second player on the team who can switch hits along with senior shortstop Gunner Gouldsmith.
Sac State left seeing red in Stanford
Senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez getting ready to swing against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Bojorquez holds the school record for the most runs by a player in Sacramento State with 143 runs.
Sac State leaves some angry birds in Bellevue
Sacramento State senior receiver Anderson Grover twisting to make a touchdown grab against Cal Poly Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. Grover finished the game second on the team in receiving yards with 7 catches for 63 receiving yards.
Sac State suffers gut-wrenching loss at the hands of Cal Poly
Sacramento State’s defense attempting a tackle in their matchup against Weber State Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024. The Hornets won 51-48 in double overtime.
Hornets’ final road rodeo comes against the Mustangs
Sacramento State redshirt freshman receiver Danny Scudero running after the catch against Montana State Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. The Bobcats beat the Hornets 49-7 on Saturday.
Bobcats run the Hornets to shreds
Sacramento State junior running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver against Montana State in a 30-42 loss at home Saturday, Oct. 21, 2023. The Hornets travel to Bozeman, Montana this Saturday looking for their second conference game win of the season.
Sac State’s nightmare season continues as they travel into the Bobcats’ den
Portland State senior quarterback Dante Chachere runs through a Hornet defender Saturday, Nov. 2, 2024. Chachere ran for a career-high four touchdowns.
Sac State still struggles to find itself in their worst loss of season
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 women's team watch as their fellow teammates run during practice on Wednesday, Sept. 26.
Hornets have high hopes and goals with rest of season ahead
Sophomore midfielder Ellie Farber dribbling down the field against Northern Arizona in the first round of the Big Sky Tournament Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hornets went on to eliminate the Lumberjacks on Penalty Kicks 4-3.
Hornets get stomped by top-seeded Trojans in the NCAA Tournament
Redshirt freshman goalkeeper Sierra Sonko makes a diving save in penalty shootouts against Idaho in the Big Sky Championship game Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024. The Hornets won the championship off penalty kicks 7-6 to secure the Big Sky Conference title.
Sac State’s backup goalkeeper wins historic tournament MVP recording 0 minutes
Sacramento State head coach Randy Dedini holding up the Big Sky Conference Trophy after defeating Idaho in the championship game Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024. The Hornets beat the Vandals in penalty kicks, 7-6.
Hornets crowned Big Sky champions after third consecutive win in penalty kicks
Sophomore forward Teysha-Ray Spinney-Kuahuia turns to intercept a pass against Northern Arizona Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. Spinney-Kuahuia played 96 minutes against Montana on Friday, including all 20 minutes of overtime.
Hornets get deja vu, once again winning in penalty kicks
Redshirt freshman Sierra Sonko celebrating with team after a game-winning save against Northern Arizona Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hornets move on and advance to the Big Sky Tournament semifinals.
Sac State survives nail-biter against Northern Arizona in penalty kicks
Junior shortstop Gwen Ludwig fielding the ball against Montana at Shea Stadium Friday, April 26, 2024. Ludwig led the Hornets offensively in their first tournament game with four hits and three runs.
Sac State softball smashes through the opposing defenses to keep season alive
Senior third baseman Lewa Day swinging against Montana in her last series at home Friday, April 26, 2024. Day broke the Big Sky Conference record for career home runs in game two against Montana.
The seniors of Sac State softball dominate their last series at home
Haley Hanson standing on first at Shea Stadium against Portland State Saturday, April 12, 2024. Hanson just broke the record for career stolen bases, with 42 successful attempts.
Sac State softball’s bats go quiet until the final game of the series
Senior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitching against Portland State at home Friday, April 12, 2024. Bertuccio currently has the lowest ERA in the Big Sky Conference and holds second place in strikeouts and wins.
Sac State softball struggles to get their bats going against Portland State
Senior left fielder Alexis Parish batting against Santa Clara Friday, March 5, 2024. Alexis Parish was seven for ten in their three game series against Northern Colorado.
Sac State softball plays ring around the bases against Northern Colorado
Freshman forward Summah Hanson, distance runner Brandon Moreno, sophomores Kara Houghton and guard Benthe Versteeg, junior Zoe Ewell and senior third baseman Lewa Day all broke individual and season records in February of the spring semester. Six total records were broken by the Hornets and three more were tied. (Photos by Brionna Woody and Rinn Lee, photos courtesy of Sac State Athletics and Rhianna Kahley / NAU Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Ryan Lorenz)
Sac State finishes a month full of records
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 State's 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
Redshirt freshman Lou Baudouin sitting on a bench outside Yosemite Hall Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Baudouin earned All-Big Sky Conference honors in both singles and doubles in her first full season.
Season-long setback fuels Sac State redshirt freshman to success
Sacramento State men’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Tournament trophy on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets defeated the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 4-1, for the Big Sky Tournament Championship.
‘I was ready to die on the court today’: Men’s tennis gives their all for a championship
The Sacramento State women’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Conference Tournament championship trophy after defeating Weber State 4-2 Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets now have 12 Big Sky Tournament titles.
NCAA Tournament bound: Sac State women’s tennis wins Big Sky Championship
Sacramento State men’s tennis team won a share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after defeating Eastern Washington on April 14 and the women’s tennis team won their share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after ousting Portland State on April 20. This was the first time either team has won a share of the regular season title in over a decade. (Photos courtesy of Sacramento State Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Tennis teams drop rackets for trophies
Seniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki with Sac State men’s tennis head coach Kevin Kurtz after receiving their awards for their achievements Saturday April 6, 2024. The senior ceremony happened after their doubles match against Portland State.
Hornets leave the nest smiling after brutal beatdown of the Vikings
Sacramento State volleyball in a huddle during their match against the Idaho Vandals Thursday, Oct. 31, 2024 in The Nest. The Hornets swept the Vandals 3-0 and led in every statistical category.
Sac State gets back on track with two wins at home
Sac State senior outside hitter Bridgette Smith jumps up for the kill against senior middle blocker Kendall Robertson and opposite hitter Sophia Wadsworth of the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks Thursday, Oct. 10, 2024. The Hornets had 56 kills compared to the Lumberjacks’ 42.
Hornets chopped down Lumberjacks but get mauled by Bears
Senior outside hitter Caitlin Volkmann and sophomore middle blocker Karlie Spohn go up for the block against Portland State Friday, Oct.4, 2024. The Hornets frontline came to defend, at one point blocking the Vikings in three consecutive kill attempts.
Hornets bring out their brooms for the fifth time this season
Senior outside hitter Bridgette Smith leaps in the air to spike the ball against Montana State Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024 at the Nest. The Hornets won the game 3-1.
‘Trying to get our revenge’: Hornets begin Big Sky title defense
Senior outside hitter Ellie Tisko and sophomore middle blocker Karlie Spohn go up to block the potential kill by Oakland Friday, Sept. 13, 2024. The Hornets won the match 3-0.
‘It’s been a grind so far’: Sac State finishes up tournament play
The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
‘When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story’ flips the script on Black theater narratives
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Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’
Tyler, the Creator’s seventh studio album “CHROMAKOPIA” was released Oct. 28. All songs were composed and produced completely by Tyler himself. (Photo Courtesy of Columbia Records)
Tyler, The Creator lyricizes his race against time on “CHROMAKOPIA”
The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
A large altar sits near the entrance to the California Museum Saturday, Oct. 12, 2024. The altar was erected by local restaurateur Ernesto Delgado in honor of his mother.
Día de Los Muertos art exhibit brings color to the afterlife
Two gallery attendees view four portrait pieces in the University Union Gallery Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. Guests were able to attend a special opening ceremony of the “For the People” photo gallery.
‘For the People’ photo gallery provides a new lens into Sacramento community
Artist reception for the exhibit of ‘Don’t mind if I do,’ in the Sac State library gallery on Sept. 12, 2024. The exhibit is centered around a self-serve restaurant style conveyor belt where the plates of food are replaced with small art pieces meant to be picked up and explored by the participants.
Take a seat for a tactile treat: Exhibit explores accessibility in modern art
The ‘BECOMING’ mural is a central focal point of the murals revealed near the University Union and was created by Heather Hogan, a professor at Sacramento City College Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The murals are the second installment of the university’s “A Place of Belonging Murals” multiyear mural project.
A brush with legacy: Campus mural art unveiling marks a milestone
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)
BIPOC artists at Sac State bring color and culture to the world of fine arts
Guest Chef Ashly Mejia-Ferreras showed attendees how to make morir soñando Sept. 24, 2024. Mejia-Ferreras shared that the lime juice needs to be added last or the milk will curdle in the drink.
Dominican culture comes alive at The WELL’s guest chef event
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
A Panda Express worker at the University Union prepares a meal for a Sac State student who ordered Monday, Oct.16, 2023. Featured here is orange chicken, Beijing beef, chow mein and white steamed rice. (Photo by: Asyah Zamani)
The University Union’s must-get food places
(L-R) Lead Student Assistant at Student Health, Counseling and Wellness Services Lauren Batoon, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jennifer Campbell and CalFresh Healthy Living Student Assistant Macey Briones in The Cove Kitchen on the first floor at The WELL Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Campbell is the supervisor for the cooking demos in The Cove Kitchen. (Photo by Alyssa Branum)
Cooking demos teach students to make budget friendly recipes
Figuring out what to bring to the Friendsgiving table can be difficult, but The State Hornet has you covered. With these three easy recipes, you will be the hit of the party. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Three easy Friendsgiving recipes that will surprise your college besties
Tyler, the Creator’s seventh studio album “CHROMAKOPIA” was released Oct. 28. All songs were composed and produced completely by Tyler himself. (Photo Courtesy of Columbia Records)
Tyler, The Creator lyricizes his race against time on “CHROMAKOPIA”
The cover art for the deluxe edition of Gracie Abrams’ album, “The Secret of Us,” released Oct. 18, 2024. The album is the 25-year-old’s second studio album and has earned massive sales and critical recognition. (Photo courtesy of Interscope Records, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘The Secret of Us (Deluxe)’ yearns for love and bolder production
Steven Rutherford and Alan Benjamin Thomas of joan performed at Ace of Spades while opening for MisterWives’ “Just For One Night” tour Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024.
From Little Rock to the big stage: joan shows their musical hands at Ace of Spades
Dustin Burke performs on the Visit Sacramento stage Friday, Oct. 18, 2024. Burke and his band won a battle of the bands known as the GoldenSky Rising Star competition to play the festival. (Courtesy of Danny Wimmer Presents)
‘You do it because you love it’: Performers celebrate their moment as sun sets on GoldenSky
From left to right: guitarist Andy Hershey, vocalist Jon Lundin, and drummer Sage Weeber of pop punk band Point North. Their high-energy performance included both new releases and fan-favorites.
Aftershock is for lovers: Emo and pop punk bands you missed in the 2024 lineup
The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
‘When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story’ flips the script on Black theater narratives
(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’
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Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’
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Theater Rats Ep. #1: Kai and Mateo are batty for ‘The Batman’
Betelgeuse (Michael Keaton) returns to haunt the Deetz family with his trademark theatrics and pranks. The beloved character returned to the big screen this fall in the long-awaited sequel “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” directed by Tim Burton. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures)
‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’ proves Burton’s eerie lightning can strike twice
The film poster for the released “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” documentary. “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” is a documentary that follows the journey and life of Bray Wyatt through interviews and was released on Monday, April 1. (Photo courtesy of Peacock)
‘Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal’: A documentary that brings tears to your eyes
“The Goonies” is an 80s classic and pioneer for the bridge between adult and children comedy-films. It is a film worthy of its praise. (Photo courtesy of Warner Brothers Studio and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Back to the 80s: ‘The Goonies”
The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
‘When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story’ flips the script on Black theater narratives
(L-R) Sac State history professor Dr. Michael Vann, former President of Indonesia Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and Northern Illinois history professor Eric Jones stand onstage in the University Ballroom Saturday, Nov. 16, 2024. President Yudhoyono discussed his experiences with leadership and what he hopes to see from the nation in the future.
International Conference on Genocide concludes with a focus on global unity
The Kwibuka flame of hope statue outside the University Union Ballroom III Nov. 15, 2024. The second day of the Conferance on Genocide put more of a focus on health and healing.
Day 2 of the International Conference on Genocide reflects on trauma and healing
Sac State students have expressed mixed feelings following the rhetoric around the U.S. election. Alexis Weremecszko, a fifth-year food nutrition major, said that the election has changed the way they interact with their loved ones. (Made in Canva)
OPINION: ‘Just to create an enemy’: Sac State students struggle with political rhetoric after election
The Rwanda Minister of Justice and Attorney General Emmanuel Ugirashebuja giving his speech at the opening ceremony, Thursday, November 14, 2024. Ugirashebuja spoke about his own experience living through the genocide against the Tutsi.
6th International Conference of Genocide arrives at Sac State
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates
Sac State Says: Students share their opinions on the announced multi-use stadium
Sac State Says: Students share their opinions on the announced multi-use stadium
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
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Swarm Report: Sac State women’s soccer become Big Sky Champions, Hornet football’s regression in latter half of season, men’s and women’s basketball’s exciting start
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Chronically Online Ep. 3, Throwback Thursday Edition: Tati Westbrook Reveals Shocking Allegations Against James Charles in ‘Bye Sister’ Video
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Theater Rats Ep. #2: Wake up! It’s the ‘Monster House!’
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, 'For the People' gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State football, GoldenSky Festival, ‘For the People’ gallery
The State Hornet Podcast: Stadium renderings, La Bienvenida and Ace of Spades
The State Hornet Podcast: Stadium renderings, La Bienvenida and Ace of Spades
The State Hornet Podcast: Winter commencement to be held in Golden 1 Center, FAFSA delays cause issues
The State Hornet Podcast: Winter commencement to be held in Golden 1 Center, FAFSA delays cause issues
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
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
Un gráfico de fantasmas animados en frente de una telaraña. Estos son símbolos comunes en la celebración de Halloween el 31 de octubre.
Truco o Trato: Las diversas maneras en que los estudiantes de Sac State celebran Halloween
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newson rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
Quadcast Ep. 1: What is the most dangerous animal you think you could fight?
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates
The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Sac State Says: Students frustrated over new fee increases
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out of Darkness Walk Campus Walks Greater Sacramento Area chapter and Pacific Clinic members led participants around campus.
GALLERY: Sac State hosts 13th-annual Out of the Darkness Walk
A collage of Peak Adventures trips from 2021 to 2023 . Madelaine Church shares her experiences through her skills as a journalism student who documented over 10 trips she attended during her time in college. (Photos by Madelaine Church, graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Madelaine Church)
Scrapbook: The experience of a frequent Peak Adventure traveler
Pink Out 2023
Pink Out 2023
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[Video] Sac State Says: Student reactions to the 2024 election results

Trump’s sweeping victory leaves students with both hopes and concerns
Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla and Jonathan Santiago
November 14, 2024
Amidst a deeply divided political scene, Donald Trump won the presidential race last week with 312 electoral votes and the popular vote. Sac State students shared their hopes and concerns in response to the news.
The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos

The State Hornet Podcast: 5k for breast cancer, Folklórico dance instructor, Día de Los Muertos

Aliza Imran and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
November 8, 2024
In this episode Aliza Imran and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla discuss Sac State’s NIAIS, the Folklórico dance instructor, the 5k on campus and more

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Repunknante travels from San Jose to perform decades-spanning punk tunes

Latino street punks revolting against the powers that be
Cristian Gonzalez
May 18, 2024
The San Jose based punk band offers a space to air grievances with the most oppressive aspects of life.
Folletos de SQE juntados en la recepción para la oficina del Presidente Luke Wood el miércoles 10 de abril del 2024. Estos folletos contienen información sobre los salarios de los directivos de CSU e información sobre la causa de SQE con respecto al aumento de matrícula.

[Photo] Estudiantes marchan en contra de aumento de matrícula universitaria de 34%

Alejandro Barron and Analah Wallace
May 7, 2024

Folletos de SQE juntados en la recepción para la oficina del Presidente Luke Wood el miércoles 10 de abril del 2024. Estos folletos contienen información sobre los salarios de los directivos de CSU...

La comunidad Latina comparte sus opiniones sobre el colorismo en la comunidad Latina. Colorismo se define como el prejuicio o la discriminación en contra de gente de piel oscura, según Latino Policy Forum. (Gráfico hecho en Canva por Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla)

[Photo] Comunidad Latina en Sac State comparte sus opiniones, experiencias con el colorismo

Alejandro Barron
April 22, 2024

Profesor Manuel Barajas explicó que cuando la colonización no pudo reducir el número de gente con piel oscura, el enfoque cambió al mestizaje. La diversidad que vino del mestizaje contribuye al colorismo...

SQE flyers stacked on the front desk of President Luke Wood’s office student assistant Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The flyers contained information on the salaries of CSU higher-ups and information about SQE’s cause regarding a tuition increase.

[Photo] Students gather across campus to protest 34% tuition increase

Analah Wallace, News Editor
April 10, 2024

SQE flyers stacked on the front desk of President Luke Wood’s office student assistant Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The flyers contained information on the salaries of CSU higher-ups and information about...

[Video] Eventos en conmemoración al Mes de Herencia Hispana, la reacción estudiantil a noticias sobre DACA, y más: EL AVISPÓN DEL ESTADO BROADCAST (12/5/23)

Alejandro Barron, Angelica Vera-Franco, and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
December 5, 2023
El Avispón del Estado les trae cobertura de los eventos en conmemoración al Mes de Herencia Hispana, la reacción estudiantil a noticias sobre DACA y más.
El arresto del sospechoso en relación con casos de agresión sexual y más: El Avispón del Estado

El arresto del sospechoso en relación con casos de agresión sexual y más: El Avispón del Estado

Angelica Vera-Franco and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
March 27, 2023
Reporteras Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla y Angelica Vera-Franco presentan el segundo episodio de “El Avispón del Estado”. Escuchen aquí:
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

Reconociendo la experiencia de la interseccionalidad de raíces
Itzel Espinoza and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
March 13, 2023
Destacando la experiencia Afro-Latina y reconociendo los logros de la comunidad.

[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.
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

Angelica Vera-Franco and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
February 16, 2023
Reporteras Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla y Angelica Vera-Franco presentaron un nuevo episodio de “El Avispón del Estado”. Este episodio incluye el foro abierto para la búsqueda del nuevo presidente, el plan de acción para mejorar la seguridad pública que lanzó Sac State, y mucho más. Sintoniza aquí:
Alexis Jiménez, una estudiante de antropología, se dirige al panel de administradores en relación a las recientes agresiones sexuales en el campus y áreas cercanas en el cuarto Redwood del edificio ‘The Unión’ el jueves 17 de noviembre del 2022. Jiménez expresó sus críticas sobre cómo se han manejado las agresiones sexuales durante un foro comunitario organizado por líderes estudiantiles.

‘Realmente se está empezando a sentir que nadie está seguro aquí’: Los estudiantes de Sac State demandan acción en ayuntamiento

Un foro dirigido por estudiantes fue la respuesta a múltiples casos de agresión sexual en el campus y sus alrededores.
Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, Justine Chahal, Chris Woodard, and Itzel Espinoza
January 31, 2023
Una discusión organizada por estudiantes fue ocasionada en el edificio ‘The Unión’ en Sacramento State el 17 de Noviembre con respecto a los incidentes de agresión sexual en el campus y areas sercanas estre semestre.
Tali Rosenberg afuera del Riverfront Center el Miércoles 19 de octubre de 2022. Rosenberg dijo que estaba herida pero no sorprendida por los incidentes en el campus.

‘No creo que los correos electrónicos sean suficientes.’: Estudiantes denuncian actos de antisemitismo en el campus

Hailey Valdivia and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
November 24, 2022
Sacramento State envió correos electrónicos a todo el campus sobre múltiples esvásticas encontradas cerca de y en el campus este semestre. Algunos estudiantes reaccionaron, mientras otros todavía no sabían de la situación.
Kinesiology major Cristina Gonzalez poses across Douglass Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 16, 2022. Gonzales said she was made aware of President Nelsen’s retirement through his campus wide email.

Sac State Hispanic/Latinx student’s react to President Nelsen’s retirement announcement

Nelsen ends his seven-year career at the Hispanic Serving Institution
Idaly Valencia, Alexis Pedroza, Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, and Itzel Espinoza
November 17, 2022
‘I can’t picture Sac State with any other president’: Hispanic/Latinx students react to President Nelsen’s’ retirement announcement. Click here to read the full story:
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. Jimenez voiced her criticisms about how the sexual assaults have been handled during a community forum organized by student leaders.

‘It is really starting to feel like no one is safe here’: Sac State students demand action at town hall

The student-led forum was in response to several sexual assaults on and near campus
Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, Justine Chahal, and Chris Woodard
November 17, 2022
Student leadership hosts forum in the University Union to discuss recent sexual assaults on and around campus.
Alumna de Sacramento State, Angela Chavez, posa para una foto en el patio de Old Soul Coffee en Oak Park el 7 de octubre de 2022. Chavez dirige la organización Chicas Latinas de Sacramento, que se enfoca en educar a la comunidad a través de la acción cívica y el liderazgo cultural.

Alumna de Sacramento State crea organización local para Latinas

El objetivo de Angela Chavez y Chicas Latinas de Sacramento es apoyar a la comunidad
Tierra Tilby and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
November 11, 2022
Alumna de Sacramento State Angela Chavez es la fundadora de la organización Chicas Latinas de Sacramento. Como nativa de Sacramento, ella reconoce las dificultades de ser Latina en la comunidad y desea hacer un cambio con su organización.
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 una fiesta de Halloween. (Gráfico creado en Canva).

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

Un testigo dice que llamó la policía después de escuchar una conmoción afuera de su puerta
Dominique Williams, Jacob Peterson, and Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
November 7, 2022
El estudiante de Sac State y residente de Crossings dijeron que se sienten inquietos después del tiroteo que ocurrió afuera de la puerta de su apartamento
Sacramento street vendor Silvia Perez poses in front of the fruit cart she helps run on Tuesday Oct. 4, 2022. Perez said she thinks street vendors now feel more protected with the passing of Senate Bill 972.

New California senate bill is a victory for street-food vendors

A more accessible food vendor bill
Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla
October 23, 2022
The implementation of Senate Bill 972. The new bill in effect will help street vendors, sources of cultural diversity in communities, obtain food vending permits.
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State Hornet Buzzed: Hispanic Heritage Month special, Growing up in Hispanic and Latinx culture

Laura De la Garza Garcia, Monserrat (Mimi) Covarrubias, Hugo Quintanilla, Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, and Lawrence Charles
October 15, 2022
This special Hispanic Heritage Month edition of Buzzed features four of our Hispanic and Latinx staff getting to talk about the culture and lifestyle

[Video] State Hornet Broadcast: October update

October 11, 2022
Two art galleries and a pro-union win at the capital, The State Hornet fills you in on what you might have missed: feat. artist and activist Xico Gonzalez and Rage Against the Machine Guitarist Tom Morello

State Hornet Broadcast en Español: Mes de la Herencia Hispana 2022

Alexis Pedroza, Itzel Espinoza, Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, Kris Hall, Bram. C Martinez, Will Smith-Moore, and Gavin Hudson
October 8, 2022
Este es el primer broadcast del semestre en Español. En esta edición, los reporteros Alexis Pedroza y Itzel Espinosa hablan sobre eventos, remedios y deportes en Español. Lo pueden ver aquí:

Vaporub, te de manzanilla y yerbabuena, los remedios caseros esenciales para curar cualquier malestar

Estudiantes de Sacramento State comparten los remedios de infancia
Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, Spanish Reporter
October 3, 2022
Conmemorando el mes de la Herencia Hispana, estudiantes de Sacramento State comparten los remedios caseros con los que ellos crecieron y aun practican al dia.
Protestors stand in solidarity on the steps of the California State Capitol on Wednesday Sept. 21, 2022. The protesters urge Gov. Newsom to sign Assembly Bill 2183, which was endorsed by President Biden, according to a statement on Sept. 4.

GALLERY: Swipe to see the United Farm Workers efforts at the California State Capitol Building

Gov. Newsom has until the end of September to sign AB 2183
Laura De la Garza Garcia, Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla, and Itzel Espinoza
September 28, 2022
Sac State students contribute thoughts on the support of the United Farm Workers as they await Gov. Gavin Newsom’s signature on AB 2183. Newsom has until the end of September to make a decision.

[Video] State Hornet Broadcast: Hispanic Heritage Month 2022

September 26, 2022
Check out the first fall semester broadcast featuring concerts, ice cream and VapoRub.
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