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West Coast woman

Jose Martinez
May 7, 2008

From the West Coast to the East Coast and back, Izmena Cabrera has done much more than just rack up frequent-flyer miles. The junior left fielder for the Sacramento State Hornet softball team has made...

‘Queen of the outfield’

Jose Martinez
April 22, 2008

One may call it luck or skill, but for Hilary Johnson playing softball at Sacramento State is about faith. The senior centerfielder is having the time of her life, and she has only one person to thank:...

A catching tradition

Jose Martinez
March 8, 2008

Many people find their calling in a number of places. For Jamie Schloredt it's behind home plate. Schloredt is entering her junior season as the catcher for the Sacramento State softball team. Having played...

Hornets on the road for tourney play

Jose Martinez
March 4, 2008

Already having four games under its belt, the Sacramento State Hornet softball team is ready for tournament play. Having played in doubleheaders against the University of Nevada-Reno and San Jose State...

From pitcher to second baseman

Jose Martinez
February 22, 2008

It's Matador country at the Loomis home. Junior Whitney Loomis was once a pitcher for the Mira Loma High School Matadors. But now she patrols the middle infield at second base for the Sacramento State...

Softball drops doubleheader to Nevada

Jose Martinez
February 22, 2008

Dark skies led to rain and sketchy pitching led to tough losses for the Hornets. Sacramento State's softball team ran into a wet and sloppy road block on Tuesday, dropping two games against the University...

New kids on the block: softball

Jose Martinez
February 7, 2008

Heading into the 2008 softball season the Sacramento State Hornets hope to improve on their 20-33 record from last year. The Hornets welcome five new players, along with one redshirt player. The State...

Stress treatment: Day spa offers a hand

Jose Martinez
December 13, 2007

Mellow Me Out, a day spa located in the University Union at Sacramento State, has started offering free five-minute chair massages every second-to-the-last week of the spring and fall semesters in an attempt...

Learn first, then break a sweat

Jose Martinez
December 7, 2007

It's no surprise that the "loca" in Salsa Loca Club means "crazy" in Spanish. Those who attend are crazy about dancing at the club. Since April, members have been meeting in the Redwood Room to not only...

Voting campaign launched

Jose Martinez
November 29, 2007

Only 47 percent of America's citizens age 18 to 25 voted in the 2004 presidential election between current republican President George W. Bush and democratic candidate John Kerry. Declare Yourself, a nonpartisan,...

Sac State launches first doctorate program

Jose Martinez
November 16, 2007

After years in the making, Sacramento State officially launched its Doctor of Education degree program at the start of the fall semester. Sac State is among seven of 23 California State University campuses...

Fall enrollment surpasses record

Jose Martinez
November 16, 2007

This semester saw a huge change for Sacramento State's enrollment numbers, as it was recently revealed that the university broke its previous 2002 record of 28,558 by nearly 300 students. According to...

A closing trend?

Jose Martinez
October 29, 2007

After a combined period of six semesters, a decrease in business led to the closure of Riverfront Center eateries Mother India and Leatherby's Family Creamery, said Matt Altier, executive director of University...

What would King do?

Jose Martinez
October 24, 2007

An imprint was made 40 years ago on the campus of Sacramento State - one that will carry meaning for many more years to come. "King was much more than a black civil rights leader," said Clayborne Carson,...

Fall enrollment a record high

Jose Martinez
October 17, 2007

After completing the fall semester census for 2007, the Office of Institutional Research confirmed that Sacramento State broke an enrollment record that was set in 2002. Sac State's enrollment for the...

Sac State athletes fitted by students

Jose Martinez
October 17, 2007

Sacramento State students are knowingly or unknowingly donating money toward the athletics department. Terry Wanless, athletics director, said a minimum of 70 percent of the athletics budget comes from...

University launches new doctorate program

Jose Martinez
September 12, 2007

After years in the making, SacramentoState officially launched its Doctor of Education degree program at the start of the fall semester. Of 23 California State University campuses, Sac State is among seven...

UTAPS move a surprise for some

Jose Martinez
September 11, 2007

For most students, the beginning of a new semester means adapting to changes. While students may be used to waking up early, they are still struggling to accept the fact that University Transportation...

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