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A group of inmates walk to perform their work duties at Folsom State Prison. Prop 6 would have allowed the incarcerated the option to decline work assignments. (Photo courtesy of Associated Press)
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
(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 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
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
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
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
(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
Sophomore forward Bowyn Beatty looks to pass out of a double team Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2024. Beatty had three points and three rebounds in 11 minutes of action.
Sac State has ‘glass half-full’ outlook despite 1-2 start
Sophomore guard Lina Falk spots up a shot at the top of the arc in a game against UC San Diego Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. Falk is averaging the most points on the team during the 2024-25 season, with 14.7 points per game.
Stacking Days: Sac State’s new-look offense paves the way to unbeaten start
Sacramento State sophomore guard Lina Falk sizes up her opponent, the Lincoln Oaklanders Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024. Falk scored a career-high 18 points in the win.
Sac State cruises to the finish line in a blowout win over Lincoln
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
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
Sac State goalkeeper Edgar China stands on Hornet Field after practice Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. China has the opportunity to play on the same field as his late brother.
Sac State goalkeeper continues family legacy
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
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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
Sac State’s Folklórico instructor and choreographer, Osvaldo Ramírez Vidales, stands in front of Shasta Hall Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2024. Ramírez has been dancing Folklórico for 25 years and has been the sole Sac State Folklórico dance instructor for 15 years.
‘It gives you a sense of freedom’: Sac State Folklórico instructor teaches intersectionality through dance
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
(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’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
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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”
(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
Michael Love, Outreach Coordinator for Project Rebound inside the student center Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024. Love spends a large amount of time in the student center.
Transforming lives: Project Rebound Outreach Coordinator helps students get a second chance
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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Gavin Wilson, a self-taught beatboxer, waits to perform outside the University Union Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2019. Wilson will perform in the annual Sac State's Got Talent competition Thursday, Dec. 3, 2020 on Zoom.

[Photo] Sac State students and staff to compete in Sac State’s Got Talent

Milan Cabebe
December 1, 2020

Gavin Willson beatboxes at The University Union stage on Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019. Wilson said he participates in as many competitions as he can to get more exposure for his beatboxing skills.

Every week The State Hornet compiles crimes recorded in the campus crime log into a map detailing their location and current status.

[Photo] CRIME MAP: Three arrested for active warrants

Chris Wong, news editor
September 18, 2020

Every week The State Hornet compiles crimes recorded in the campus crime log into a map detailing their location and current status.

Off campus eatery

[Photo] Taco Bell voted ‘Best Off-Campus Eatery’

Nijzel Dotson
May 12, 2020

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[Photo] Sacramento native Mozzy voted ‘Best Local Artist’ by Sac State students

May 4, 2020

[Video] VIDEO: The State Hornet editors’ shelter-in-place diaries: Episode 2

Episode 2
Kelly Kiernan, Multimedia Editor
May 9, 2020

Six editors and one beat writer at The State Hornet take you through their day during the shelter-in-place order. This episode contains hair dye, a birthday and getting outdoors.  RELATED: VIDEO: The...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State professor seen in viral racial slur video, limited nursing student spots and more

Mack Ervin III, Savannah Solley, and Kayla Brown
May 7, 2020

In the last State Hornet News broadcast of the semester, a Sacramento State professor’s wife was seen in a viral video using a racial slur, the nursing program drastically limits the number of accepted...

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[Photo] BEST HOME-COOKED MEAL: Mac and cheese

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Sac State students vote ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ as most binge-worthy show

Shiavon Chatman, Opinion Editor
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST HERKY LOOK: Football

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Sac State football team wins ‘Best Team Uniform’

Paola Yepez
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Volleyball player wins 2020 ‘Best Female Athlete’ at Sac State

Garry Singh
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST LOCAL WEEKEND ACTIVITY: Hiking

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST INDOORS ACTIVITY: Painting

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] SKINCARE HOLY GRAIL: Drinking water

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST THING DONE IN QUARANTINE OUT OF BOREDOM: Sleeping

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST VIDEO GAME: Animal Crossing: New Horizons

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST TAKEOUT FOOD: Pizza

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST MOVIE YOU’D RECOMMEND EVERYONE WATCH: Onward

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] AIRC voted ‘Best Study Spot’ at Sac State

Vince Castellana
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST PLACE TO EAT NEAR CAMPUS: Taco Bell

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] ‘She Kills Monsters’ voted ‘Best Campus Performance’

Piper Haitsuka
May 4, 2020

Communications studies won "Best Major" for the second year in a row from the State Hornet's 'Best of Sac State' voting poll.

[Photo] Communication studies voted Sac State’s ‘Best Major’ 2nd year in a row

Jesse Tapia
May 4, 2020

Communications studies won "Best Major" for the second year in a row from the State Hornet's 'Best of Sac State' voting poll.

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[Photo] The Roost outranks all other Sac State campus eateries for the spring 2020 semester

Olivia Laroa
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Sac State volleyball team voted 2020 ‘Best Women’s Sports Team’

Alexis Perales
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] TIkTok voted ‘Best App’ in Best of Sac State 2020 poll

Allisyn Mayhew
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] University Union expansion voted ‘Best New Construction Project’ in Best of Sac State poll

Kayleen Carter
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] PRSSA voted Sac State’s ‘Best Campus Club’ of 2020

Jordan Latimore
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Sac State quarterback wins ‘Best Male Athlete’ following historic 2019 season

Shaun Holkko
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] ‘It is nice to have somebody who actually cares’: Andrew Stoner wins ‘Best Zoom Professor’

Mercy Sosa
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Starbucks voted ‘Best Coffee Shop’ in 2020 Best of Sac State poll

Piper Haitsuka and Brooke Uhlenhop
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Arts & Letters voted ‘Best College’ in annual Best of Sac State awards

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Sac State students vote ‘Fine Line’ as ‘Best Album of the Year’

May 4, 2020

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[Photo] BEST UNDERRATED MOVIE: “Moonlight”

Bradley Hinkson
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Sac State football team wins 2020 ‘Best Men’s Sports Team’ and ‘Best Campus Event’

Magaly Muñoz
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] Hawaii voted ‘Best Zoom Background’ in 2020 Best of Sac State poll

Tara Gnewikow
May 4, 2020

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[Photo] The WELL wins “Best Virtual Program” for annual Best of Sac State poll

Erick Salgado
May 4, 2020

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Student fee class-action lawsuit, emergency student grants and more

Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, and Allisyn Mayhew
May 1, 2020

In the latest episode of the State Hornet News broadcast, a Sonoma State student files a class action lawsuit against the California State University system, Sac State students will receive emergency federal...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State study abroad suspensions, AB 1460 and more

Savannah Solley, Mack Ervin III, Kayla Brown, and
April 24, 2020

In the latest episode The State Hornet News broadcast, we provide updates on the cancellation of all study abroad programs for fall 2020, faculty senate discussions on AB 1460, information on how Californians...

[Video] VIDEO: The State Hornet editors’ shelter-in-place diaries

Episode 1
Kelly Kiernan, Multimedia Editor
April 22, 2020

Nine editors at The State Hornet shared how they have been adjusting to the shelter-in-place orders while balancing school, the news organization and their personal life.  Here is some insight on day-to-day...

Study abroad material at Sac State's Office of Global Engagement. Sac State emailed study abroad students that fall 2020 study abroad programs are suspended.

[Photo] Sac State suspends fall 2020 study abroad programs

Chris Wong and Erick Salgado
April 20, 2020

Study abroad material at Sac State's Office of Global Engagement. Sac State emailed study abroad students that fall 2020 study abroad programs are suspended.

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Virtual commencement, ASI election results and more

Kayla Brown, Kelly Kiernan, Savannah Solley, and Mack Ervin III
April 17, 2020

The latest edition of The State Hornet News broadcast includes updates about the Sacramento State Associated Students, Inc. election, professors and students adapting to online classes, virtual commencement...

[Video] VIDEO: 6 Sac State students on the coronavirus pandemic’s impact on their lives

Students struggle with mental health, academics and more
Kelly Kiernan, multimedia editor
April 15, 2020

Sacramento State students have lost their jobs, moved out of the dorms, moved back home, had graduation postponed — and the list goes on.  The State Hornet spoke virtually to six Sac State students...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State coronavirus updates

Kayla Brown, Allisyn Mayhew, Mack Ervin III, and Kelly Kiernan
April 11, 2020

The State Hornet continues to bring weekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our sixth broadcast includes updates on fee refunds for The WELL/Union, how student parents are adjusting to online classes and...

Despite a week of canceled classes, the residence hall parking lot outside Riverview Hall is still crowded on March 17. Riverview Hall residents will follow mandated restrictions to promote social distancing efforts starting Friday.

[Photo] Sac State on-campus housing puts further social distancing restrictions on residents

Gavin Rock
April 9, 2020

Despite a week of canceled classes, the residence hall parking lot outside Riverview Hall is still crowded on March 17. Riverview Hall residents will follow mandated restrictions to promote social distancing...

[Video] VIDEO: Student parents on the effect of COVID-19 in their lives

Ashton Byers and Kelly Kiernan
April 4, 2020

Student parents face uncertainty as COVID-19 shuts down schools for the remainder of the school year. Sacramento State’s transition to online classes leaves student parents with a new set of challenges,...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: 3/28 Weekly Update

Kayla Brown, Madeleine Beck, Mack Ervin III, and Kelly Kiernan
March 28, 2020

The State Hornet has switched to weekly broadcast updates. Our fifth broadcast includes updates about the Associated Students, Inc. president and vice president, the Sacramento State Placer Center and...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Sac State coronavirus updates

Kayla Brown, Allisyn Mayhew, Mack Ervin III, and Kelly Kiernan
March 24, 2020

The State Hornet continues to bring biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our fourth broadcast includes updates about the coronavirus, cancellation of campus sports, and the consolidation of students...

The Sac State Athletics Department announced Wednesday that all sports would be canceled for the remainder of the academic year. Sac State seniors will now miss out on their final year of eligibility.

[Photo] ‘I was at a loss for words’: 47 Sac State senior athletes to miss their final season

Jason Gallardo
March 20, 2020

The Sac State Athletics Department announced Wednesday that all sports would be canceled for the remainder of the academic year. Sac State seniors will now miss out on their final year of eligibility.

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Coronavirus update, Super Tuesday and more

Kelly Kiernan, Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, Allisyn Mayhew, Shaun Holkko, and Savannah Solley
March 12, 2020

The State Hornet is bringing biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our third broadcast includes updates about the coronavirus, students participating in Super Tuesday on campus a and thoughts on the...

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[Photo] Sac State cancels all in-person meetings, events amid coronavirus concerns

Max Connor, managing editor
March 11, 2020

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘When did you last wash your hands?’

Are you worried about the coronavirus?
Kelly Kiernan, multimedia editor
March 10, 2020

In light of the COVID-19 disease, the coronavirus has been a recurrent topic at Sacramento State and in the community. The University plans to remain open as of now according to president Robert T....

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[Photo] These 9 locations offer discounts for Sac State students

Savannah Solley
March 5, 2020

[Video] Savannah on the Street: Student Struggles

Savannah Solley
March 4, 2020

It’s the seventh week of the spring semester and midterms quickly approaching are not the only thing students are struggling with. The State Hornet reporter, Savannah Solley asked students what their...

A check-in counselor at Modoc Hall assists voters for Super Tuesday at Sac State on Tuesday, March 3.

Sac State students participate in Super Tuesday by voting on campus

Kelly Kiernan and Mercy Sosa
March 3, 2020

Sacramento State students kicked off Super Tuesday by voting at the Modoc Hall Vote Center, open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.  Students who are registered to vote in Sacramento County stopped by to submit...

[Video] STATE HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Voting, baseball and hit-and-runs

Kelly Kiernan, Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, Savannah Solley, and Shaun Holkko
February 25, 2020

The State Hornet is bringing biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our second broadcast includes students’ thoughts on what voting means to them, hit-and-runs on campus and Sac State baseball player...

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What’s your side hustle?’

Savannah Solley
February 24, 2020

Sacramento State students are busy but working one job does not always cover the cost of living. So, students pick up side hustles to make extra cash. The State Hornet went out to see what Sac State...

HORNET NEWS BROADCAST: Our online news broadcast debut

Sac State students’ semester goals, pop-up pantry, softball
Kelly Kiernan, Kayla Brown, Mack Ervin III, Savannah Solley, and Shaun Holkko
February 11, 2020

The State Hornet is bringing biweekly broadcasts to Sacramento State. Our first broadcast includes student’s semester goals, issues with the Iowa Caucus, a weekend sports recap, baseball preview, the...

2019 was the season of the Black QB. The regular season MVP, Super Bowl MVP, and Rookie of the Year were all Black quarterbacks for the first time ever.

[Photo] OPINION: Mahomes Super Bowl victory icing on the cake for Black QBs

Nijzel Dotson
February 11, 2020

2019 was the season of the Black QB. The regular season MVP, Super Bowl MVP, and Rookie of the Year were all Black quarterbacks for the first time ever.

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[Photo] Sac State drivers cause 71 hit-and-runs since start of last semester

Chris Wong and Tyler Day
February 6, 2020

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[Photo] COLUMN: How toxic tech culture failed the democratic process (again)

Kylie Robison
February 6, 2020

From left to right: Staff writer Nijzel Dotson, freshman criminal justice major Hannah Rowlett and diversity and identity reporter Kayleen Carter. On Feb 5, 2020 they discussed the Black student experience at Sac State for this week's episode of The State Hornet News Podcast.

[Photo] NEWS PODCAST: The Black student experience at Sac State

Kayleen Carter and Nijzel Dotson
February 6, 2020

From left to right: Staff writer Nijzel Dotson, freshman criminal justice major Hannah Rowlett and diversity and identity reporter Kayleen Carter. On Feb 5, 2020 they discussed the Black student experience...

Study abroad material at Sac State's Office of Global Engagement. The university recently suspended all travel to China over concern of the coronavirus.

[Photo] Sac State travel to China suspended due to coronavirus

Kendra Rivera-Molina, news editor
February 4, 2020

Study abroad material at Sac State's Office of Global Engagement. The university recently suspended all travel to China over concern of the coronavirus.

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[Photo] CRIME MAP: Multiple reports of vandalism across campus

Tyler Day
February 3, 2020

[Video] Sac State men’s basketball team protects the Nest

The Hornets are perfect at home with a 8-0 record
Ian Edwards and Kelly Kiernan
February 1, 2020

The Sac State men’s basketball team is currently 8-0 at the Nest for the first time since the 1961-62 season according to Sac State Athletics.  Built in 1955, the Nest is the smallest arena in the...

[Video] #SacStateSays: What are your thoughts on the proposed 2020 California state budget?

Gov. Gavin Newsom proposes $36 billion in higher education
Kendra Rivera-Molina, news editor
January 27, 2020

The State Hornet asked students what they thought about the California state budget, proposed by Gov. Gavin Newsom on Jan. 10. The budget plans to spend $36 billion on higher education - including community...

Kaitlin St. Croix, a Sac State child development major and resident assistant, smiles for a photo in Desmond Hall following an interview with The State Hornet on Tuesday, March 5, 2019. St. Croix died in a head-on collision in Stanislaus County on Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020, according to Sac State university communications.

Sac State student dies in head-on collision

Kelly Kiernan, multimedia editor
January 10, 2020

Kaitlin St. Croix, a Sacramento State undeclared student with interest in women's studies and resident assistant, died in a head-on collision in Stanislaus County on Thursday, according to the university.  According...

[Video] Sac State sports alumni adding a baby Hornet to their team

Brooke Uhlenhop
December 16, 2019

The sky was grey and the ground was wet. Their photographer canceled because of the weather but they were still determined to have their announcement photoshoot at the place where it all started: Sac State...

[Video] Neighborhood Pizzeria bakes its way into the hearts and stomachs of Sacramento

Anthony Shorter
December 11, 2019

The freshly-tossed dough, steaming house sauce, spicy copa, melted mozzarella and hot honey finish of the “Notorious P.I.G.” fill Neighborhood Pizzeria with a mouth-watering smell. The pizzeria...

[Video] OPINION: Top 10 movies of the decade

Jonah Salazar and Derek Catron
December 10, 2019

The 2010s were a landmark time for cinema. State Hornet opinion staffers Jonah Salazar and Derek Catron sat down to discuss their favorite movies of the decade, by year. Derek’s Top Movies of the Decade 2010...

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What food trucks do you want to see on campus?’

Nigel Rayyan
December 4, 2019

Serving as a change of taste for Sac State students, food trucks serve as a lunchtime alternative throughout the fall and spring semesters. The State Hornet asked students what they wanted to see from...

[Video] Savannah on the Street: Sac State Students on the struggle of parking

Savannah Solley
November 26, 2019

With limited parking at Sacramento State, students struggle daily to find parking, leaving many to drive around campus looking for a free spot, something University Transportation and Parking Services...

[Video] Sac State student boxer fights for a chance at 2020 Olympics

Kevin Montano qualifies for Team USA trials
Anthony Shorter
November 24, 2019

Boxing for Team USA and having an opportunity to compete in the 2020 Olympics may seem like a dream for some, but for Sacramento State student Kevin Montano, this dream may become a reality. Dedication,...

VIDEO: Sac State students weigh in on fall fashion

[Video] VIDEO: Sac State students weigh in on fall fashion

Savannah Solley
November 21, 2019

With the cold weather of fall, the leaves change color and so does fashion at Sac State. The State Hornet went out to ask students what’s falling off the clothing racks and what’s jumping into their...

Your shitty day isn't a reason to treat your server terribly. Opinion writer Magaly Munoz lays down the issue of being rude to wait staff.

[Photo] OPINION: Treat waitresses the way you want to be treated

Magaly Muñoz
November 19, 2019

Your shitty day isn't a reason to treat your server terribly. Opinion writer Magaly Munoz lays down the issue of being rude to wait staff.

[Video] VIDEO: Sac State students weigh in on fall fashion

Savannah Solley
November 18, 2019

With the cold weather of fall, the leaves change color and so does fashion at Sac State. The State Hornet went out to ask students what’s falling off the clothing racks and what’s jumping into their...

[Video] 16 questions with Sac State TikTok star Nebaiot Lemma

Brooke Uhlenhop
November 12, 2019

Nebaiot Lemma is a first-year film major at Sac State who recently went viral on TikTok. Lemma took The State Hornet on a tour of his Sacramento home and answered 16 hard-hitting questions about his videos...

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a two-day celebration in Latin American countries, primarily Mexico, that honors the souls of those who have passed on from this life to the other.

[Photo] OPINION: Stop using my culture as your costume

Magaly Muñoz
November 7, 2019

Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a two-day celebration in Latin American countries, primarily Mexico, that honors the souls of those who have passed on from this life to the other.

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What is your stance on daylight saving time?’

Kelly Kiernan and Regina Reddick
November 2, 2019

Daylight saving time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday, setting clocks back one hour. Hear Sac State students clock in with their takes on DST.  

[Video] Sigma Pi Alpha hosts its annual ‘Dia De Los Muertos’ event

Event will be held in the University Union Ballroom Thursday from 6-9 p.m.
Bridget Duran
October 30, 2019

Sigma Pi Alpha, a Latina sorority at Sacramento State, will host their annual Dia De Los Muertos event, including an altar-building competition, Thursday, in the University Union Ballroom. Dia De Los...

[Video] Sac State YouTuber finds hidden treasures in Sacramento rivers

‘Merman Mike’ films his underwater journeys, returns lost items in the process
Leticia Sanchez and Khala Clarke
October 24, 2019

Many Sacramento residents, especially in the summer months, make memories on the water at places like the American River, sometimes losing mementos and possessions in the process. Now, Sacramento State...

Dave "Deuce" Mason and Morgan "Mo" Ragan pose for a photo Wednesday, Oct. 17 at Sacramento State. Deuce and Mo each attended Sac State before breaking into the sports media world.

[Photo] Former Hornets Deuce and Mo make their mark in Sacramento broadcasting

Richard Ivanowski
October 17, 2019

Dave "Deuce" Mason and Morgan "Mo" Ragan pose for a photo Wednesday, Oct. 17 at Sacramento State. Deuce and Mo each attended Sac State before breaking into the sports media world.

CSUs and UCs to offer abortion pill on campus

The ‘College Student Right to Access Act’ will go into law in 2023
Jordan Silva-Benham, news editor
October 17, 2019

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 24, also known as the “College Student Right to Access Act,” Friday, mandating all public universities in California to offer medicated abortions starting Jan....

Sac State men's basketball team captain Joshua Patton takes a morning walk through campus Wednesday Oct. 2. His teammates and coaches call him an "old soul" for his hobby.

[Photo] Sac State’s high-flying center stays grounded with long walks

Richard Ivanowski
October 7, 2019

Sac State men's basketball team captain Joshua Patton's shoes Wednesday, Oct. 2. “I just love getting out,” Patton said. “I’m constantly moving.”

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What are your thoughts on the impeachment inquiry of President Donald Trump?’

Ashton Byers and Brooke Uhlenhop
October 2, 2019

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi recently opened an impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump after a whistleblower complaint said the president withheld foreign aid from Ukraine until they opened an investigation...

[Video] Mayor Pete focuses on inclusion during campaign stop in West Sacramento

Buttigieg calls for gun control, election reforms
Cory Jaynes and Patrick Walsh
September 29, 2019

Pete Buttigieg addressed a crowd of thousands about gun control, education, democratic reform and cultural acceptance in West Sacramento Sunday as part of his 2020 Democratic presidential campaign. When...

[Video] Sac State students participate in the 30th annual Paint the Town

Volunteers worked on homes in the Del Paso Heights community
Nigel Rayyan and Anthony Shorter
September 29, 2019

Sacramento State students and faculty represented the largest contingent in the 30th annual Paint the Town event Friday and Saturday. Paint the Town is a neighborhood improvement partnership between...

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