Cristian Gonzalez

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: ASI election results, International student visa revoked, CFA protest and sports

Skylar Findlay and Jonathan Santiago
May 20, 2025

The State Hornet Broadcast dives into the most recent news on campus such as the ASI election results, the revocation of international students’ visas, California Faculty Association protests, sports and more.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: deadbeatbeatdead takes a journey from math rock to dance music

Alternative riffs meet tongue-in-cheek wit

Cristian Gonzalez
April 21, 2025

This duo cleans up the studio with intricate guitar work, driving bass and percussive grooves.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: ASI Children’s Center, Antisemitism Investigation, Sac State’s budget deficit and sports

Skylar Findlay
April 15, 2025

The State Hornet Broadcast brings the latest news at Sac State, including allegations against the ASI Children’s center director, discoveries of asbestos in lecture halls, Luke Wood’s response to the announced $37 million budget deficit and sports.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Students in Solidarity, Project 2025 protest, ASI VP removal and sports

Skylar Findlay and Madison Flewellyn
March 6, 2025

The State Hornet Broadcast dives into recent news about student and community protests, including “Students in Solidarity” and Project 2025. The State Hornet also covers recent news of the removal of ASI’s vice president, the announcement of artificial intelligence powering CSUs and sports.

STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Lizzy Paris and friends spread self-love through jazz-infused R&B

Take a moment to reset with soulful affirmations

Cristian Gonzalez
February 6, 2025

Sac State alumni Lizzy Paris returns to the nest to perform new music, jazz band in tow.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Election reactions, the 6th International Conference on Genocide, Native American College, Causeway Classic and sports updates

Skylar Findlay, Jessica Shona-Stewart, Evan Patocka, Kai Arellano, Jonathan Santiago, and Jada Trowel
December 14, 2024

Welcome to The State Hornet Broadcast. Multimedia staffer Skylar Findlay and social media staffer Jessica Shona-Stewart share the latest news at Sacramento State. Visuals staffer Kai Arellano and podcast editor Evan Patocka accompany the news updates with the most recent sports announcements for Sac State Athletics.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Multi-use stadium, fee increase, La Bienvenida and sports updates

Kai Arellano, Evan Patocka, Skylar Findlay, Sharmarke Holif, and Jonathan Santiago
October 31, 2024

Welcome to The State Hornet Broadcast. Multimedia staffers Sharmarke Holif and Skylar Findlay share news that happened at Sac State. We’ll also be joined by podcast editor Evan Patocka and visuals staffer...

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes

Pull up a lawn chair for this picnic-esque set

Cristian Gonzalez
September 24, 2024

“What a Lovely Day” to come “Closer” and tune in to new music by Honey Disposition

[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.

[Photo] Job opportunities to help manage the Sac State hive

Michael Pepper, Staffer
April 5, 2024

The Wellness Education Leisure and lifestyle center provides a space on campus for students to locate services and exercise. Outside The WELL Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Jesse Crosson embarks on his own frequency

Crosson delivers a stripped-down and heartfelt indie-pop set

Cristian Gonzalez
February 21, 2024

Jesse Crosson of The Color Wild performs an indie-pop set from his solo catalog.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Color Wild perform a semi-unplugged set of catchy tunes

Check out The Color Wild’s brotherly melodies and bedroom vibes

Cristian Gonzalez
February 14, 2024

The Sacramento pop brotherhood takes us from bedroom vibes to metropolis moods.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Gold Souls elevate the newsroom with auriferous groove

The 8-piece strikes gold with 24-karat melodies

Cristian Gonzalez
February 7, 2024

The Sacramento-based classic soul band performed new music and an energetic Tina Turner cover in the latest installment of Stinger Sound Sessions.

[Video] Anything But Sports! Ep. 1

Take a step into Devin Gandy’s world outside of football

Siany Harts
February 2, 2024

Come along with Siany Harts on her mission to discover who athletes are at their core, beyond the sport they play. This episode features Sacramento State wide receiver Devin Gandy for a discussion about childhood memories, go-to McDonald’s orders and more. No topic is off the table, as long as it’s Anything But Sports!

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Angry Aztecs delivers Bay Area streetpunk to Sacramento

Clear some space for a pit in this hardcore punk installment

Cristian Gonzalez
January 29, 2024

The Latino punk group, Angry Aztecs, consumes the newsroom with thrash rhythms and guttural guitars.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Grooblen stokes musical curiosities and lyrical intrigue

Cabaret rock and dream-psyche of the San-Franciscan variety

Cristian Gonzalez
January 26, 2024

Songwriter Ellie Stokes enlists the help of friends to give shape to this “cabaret dream punks psyche” project.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Pregnant delivers song babies to the newsroom

Daniel Trudeau and friends combine synthesizer stomp box wizardry with pop songwriting

Cristian Gonzalez
December 15, 2023

Sacramento-based internationally-touring experimental pop group Pregnant croon in the newsroom.

[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.

[Photo] Meet the Vice President of Inclusive Excellence

Jourdan Jackson, PRMA Editor
November 30, 2023

Dr. Mia Settles-Tidwell, vice president and chief diversity officer for the Division of Inclusive Excellence standing in her office in Sacramento Hall Monday, May 1, 2023. Settles-Tidwell encourages students...

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Rainbow City Park brings alt-rock-indie vibes to the newsroom

Get a first listen to unreleased singles “Overgrown” and “Valentines Day 1999”

Cristian Gonzalez, Multimedia Editor
November 28, 2023

The five-piece featured on Stinger Sound Sessions, blending 90s alt-rock with Swift-like songwriting.

[Video] Black Friday is here and it can get crazy at stores

Students share their Black Friday plans and experiences

Asyah Zamani
November 24, 2023

With the most chaotic shopping day of the year here, students share their plans and experiences for Black Friday.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Pride Week, pro-Palestine protests and more CapRadio resignations

Get up-to-date on what’s happening at Sac State with Zoya and Tobi

Jonathan Santiago, Desiree McFarland, and Cristian Gonzalez
October 27, 2023

Students for Justice in Palestine organized a march, four more members resigned from CapRadio’s Board of Directors and the PRIDE Center held a Pride Fair in the Library Quad.

[Video] Students left unsatiated after Israel-Palestine roundtable discussion

Attendees hope for more open conversation in the future

Cristian Gonzalez
October 27, 2023

Sacramento State faculty hosted an informational discussion where students were encouraged to ask questions about Israeli-Palestinian relations.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Venetian Veil spell lush soundscapes with cosmic tones

Goth duo transport the newsroom through spacious realms before departing to Portland

Cristian Gonzalez
October 23, 2023

Venetian Veil, a cosmic-goth group from Sacramento, takes us on a sonic voyage with synthy soundscapes, reverberated guitars and ethereal vocals.

[Video] A glimpse into the movement of preserving Indigenous cultures

Matías Mera and Juan Miranda showcase Latin art and music in a Hispanic Heritage Month Conversatorio

Jonathan Santiago and Angelica Brito
October 23, 2023

Sacramento State students reflect on the erasure of Indigenous art and culture in a conversation with Professor Juan Miranda and producer/director Matías Mera at the “Conversatorio.”

[Photo] Thinking pink: Community rallies behind breast cancer fundraiser at Sac State

Peyton Sorosinski, Copy Editor
October 17, 2023

A participant and her family show off the T-shirts honoring their late grandmother Arlene at the Making Strides walk Sunday, Oct. 15, 2023. Arlene passed away from breast cancer in 2001.

[Video] The State Hornet Broadcast: Cultural celebrations, CapRadio’s financial mishandlings and football heroics

Tobi and Zoya give a glimpse into some of The State Hornet’s latest news

Tobi Fakunle, Zoya Altabaa, Devyn Savitch, Jonathan Santiago, Angelica Brito, Desiree McFarland, and Cristian Gonzalez
October 6, 2023

The State Hornet broadcast team goes over our latest stories including the World Culture Festival, CapRadio’s mismanagement and Hornet football’s latest win over Northern Arizona.

[Photo] Sac State leaders weigh in on recent CapRadio woes

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

The CapRadio downtown facility, Thursday, Oct. 5, 2023. Sacramento State President Luke Wood said the university has committed $12 million to aid the organization and expected to spend $5 million more.

[Video] The Divine Nine present champions of adversity at Black Org Night 2023

Black Org Night is an event held by the National Pan-Hellenic Council which showcases Greek life for Black students at Sac State

Devyn Savitch, Zoya Altabaa, and Desiree McFarland
October 4, 2023

The National Pan-Hellenic Council hosted Black Org Night on Friday, Sept. 22. The event was aimed at offering services and opportunities for involvement for Black students interested in Greek life.

[Video] El Grito: a Pre-Mexican Independence Day celebration fills the University Union

DJ LG and Banda Uriense join Sac State for El Grito!

Angelica Brito
September 18, 2023

Sac State UNiQUE and Gamma Zeta Alpha packed the University Ballroom for a celebration of Mexican Heritage.

Sexual assault reported at University Union

The incident occurred in March but was only recently reported

Jacob Peterson and Cristian Gonzalez
September 15, 2023

Another incident of sexual assault has been reported to campus police, with the incident taking place back in March.

STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Jakhari Smith inspires confidence with uplifting lyrics and undeniable flow

Rapper's reflective anthems shed light on personal growth

Cristian Gonzalez
September 12, 2023

The Stinger Sound Sessions streak continues with Sacramento’s MVP: Jakhari Smith.

STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Heron Rana delivers the grooves with a blend of hip-hop, jazz and Brazilian-inspired rhythms

Woman? Artist? Songbird? All three and more!

Cristian Gonzalez
September 7, 2023

“Women.” “Artists.” “Bitches.” We all love them. Enjoy all three with Heron Rana in our latest iteration of Stinger Sound Sessions!

[Photo] Sac State volleyball falters 3-1 in home match against Saint Mary’s

Myla Booth, Sports Editor
September 6, 2023

Junior outside hitter Ellie Tisko attempting to hit the ball over the net to score a kill for the Hornets Monday, Sept. 4, 2023, at The Nest. Tisko had a total of 11 kills, one ace and five blocks.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Ruby Woos dominate with rock, pop and pop-rock tunes

All female Sacramento band, Beyonce and the singing saw

Cristian Gonzalez, Multimedia Editor
August 31, 2023

Learn about the history of male full frontal nudity with The Ruby Woos on the newest installation of Stinger Sound Sessions.

[Photo] Fatal collision on campus

August 29, 2023

A white SUV with a shattered windshield on State University Drive near Sequoia Hall after colliding with a cyclist Saturday morning, May 27, 2023. A Sacramento State police officer said the victim was...

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

Mercy Sosa, Editor in chief
August 25, 2023

Jacquees performing on the Bless Stage at Sol Blume Sunday afternoon, Aug. 20 2023. The Atlanta singer rose to fame with his 2016 hit “B.E.D.”

[Video] Capturing the vibe of Sol Blume 2023

The State Hornet brings exclusive interviews and experiences from a weekend at Discovery Park

Chris Woodard and Cristian Gonzalez
August 24, 2023

R&B festival Sol Blume 2023 poured into Sacramento’s Discovery Park this August with headliners Brent Faiyaz and Kehlani.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Mother Muerte hypnotize with their fusion of cumbia, metal and rock

Vallejo’s Mother Muerte dabble in cumbia and metal alike

Cristian Gonzalez and Jacob Peterson
August 16, 2023

Enigmatic duo Mother Muerte joins us for the latest installation of Stinger Sound Sessions. Chelsea Salanoa(vocals/guitar) and Jose Cadenas(drums/percussion) grace the newsroom with a gritty fusion...

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Los Gents serenade with their ‘soulful rock’ sound

Oldies, classics and Latin rock combined with flair

Cristian Gonzalez
July 26, 2023

Sacramento’s Los Gents join us for episode three of Stinger Sound Sessions. Erick Guerrero (lead vocals/guitar/synthesizer), Uri Pacheco (bass/backing vocals), Rafa Guzman (lead guitar/backing vocals)...

[Photo] CSU Title IX report reveals system-wide problems

Jacob Peterson and Chris Woodard
July 17, 2023

The Office of Equal Opportunity in Del Norte Hall, Thursday, Feb. 23, 2023. According to the Title IX assessment report for Sacramento State, many students were not aware where the office is located on...

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: The Bad Barnacles splash into The State Hornet

Sacramento psych-surf rock band crashes the newsroom with unreleased music

Cristian Gonzalez
May 31, 2023

Catch The Bad Barnacles' psychedelic surf rock tunes on Stinger Sound Sessions!

Vehicular collision at Sac State leaves cyclist dead on scene

Cristian Gonzalez
May 27, 2023

A cyclist and vehicle collided on State University Drive behind Sequoia Hall.

[Video] STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Former Animals take over the newsroom

Cristian Gonzalez
May 20, 2023

The math rock group deliver entrancing soundscapes, “beat claps” and a whole lot of tappy riffs.

[Video] Exit interview with President Robert Nelsen, reflects on legacy at Sac State

Nelsen to retire in Texas

Tony Rodriguez
May 19, 2023

Editor-in-Chief Tony Rodriguez sits with President Robert Nelsen to recount his experience at the university one last time before departing.

[Photo] California Faculty Association halts telehealth therapy plan for Sac State students

William Duvall and Elizabeth Meza
May 13, 2023

Sacramento State’s California Faculty Association Chapter President Margarita Berta-Avila speaks at the presidential search committee forum February 3, 2023. CFA is concerned about not being consulted...

[Photo] Bias Reporting Tool, how to report at Sac State

Johnathan Rutz and Peyton Sorosinski
May 4, 2023

The Division of Inclusive Excellence, the office that oversees the Bias Reporting Tool for Sacramento State, in Sacramento Hall Thursday, April 27, 2023. The Division of Excellence “leads Sacramento...

Flashback Fitness: Sac State’s WELL hosts 15th annual 5k Fun Run

Sac State's The WELL hosts 80s-themed 5K; neon, music and Zumba!

Cristian Gonzalez
April 29, 2023

Runners went back in time at The WELL's 80s-themed 5K Fun Run where neon colors, brass band tunes and retro outfits transformed the evening into a blast from the past. Participants embraced the tubular aerobic warm-up and transported themselves to an iconic decade.