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The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet

Student news without fear or favor
Ryan Ascalon

Ryan Ascalon, arts & entertainment reporter

(he/him)

Ryan Ascalon joined The State Hornet in 2023. He is a Communications major with aspirations of becoming a cinematographer.
All content by Ryan Ascalon
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’

A new Mandalore will rise.
Ryan Ascalon
March 17, 2023
Staff writer Ryan Ascalon takes on the two latest episodes of the hit series “The Mandalorian.”
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

Inside the Smog Collectors Gallery
Ryan Ascalon
March 14, 2023
Renowned Artist Kim Abeles’ gallery, “Smog Collectors” comes to Sac State.
The California State Capitol Friday, Oct 21, 2022. Senate Bill 808, recently introduced to the California legislature in February, aims to hold the California University System accountable with handling sexual assault and sexual harassment complaints. (Photo by Jacob Peterson, Graphic made in Canva by Tierra Tilby).

Proposed bill to hold CSU accountable for sexual misconduct

SB 808 to address reporting process, retreat rights
Tierra Tilby, Ryan Ascalon, and Tobi Fakunle
March 13, 2023
Senate bill aims to ensure sexual assault and harassment cases reach resolution.
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

Why the Disney+ series warrants a watch
Ryan Ascalon
February 12, 2023
Andor is the perfect successor to Rogue One and an incredible addition to the Star Wars narrative. Staff writer Ryan Ascalon reviews the Diego Luna vehicle in hopes to entice you to watch the series.
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