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Many people that oppose Assembly Bill 715 say the new bill could silence discussions on Israel and Palestine, while supporters call it a step against discrimination. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 715 into California law on Tuesday, Oct. 7. (Graphic created in Canva by Andrea Rivera)
California bill that could limit classroom curriculums on sensitive topics signed into law
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)
Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students
Over 350 people came to Martin L. Boston’s memorial at the Alumni Center Tuesday, Sep. 30, 2025. Boston is survived by his wife Krystal Boston and his children.
Sac State holds memorial for late professor Martin L. Boston
Sac State has placed professor Anne Luna on leave and is reviewing her case for potential university honor code violations from a social media post on Sept. 10, 2025. The sociology professor allegedly celebrated Charlie Kirk’s assassination via Instagram, sparking controversy. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Mellon.)
Sac State professor on voluntary leave after Charlie Kirk post
Wileety Native American College Dean Annette Reed poses for a photo within the lounge area of the new WNAC space Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. She canceled her retirement to lead the new college.
Native American community celebrates dedicated college grand opening
Many people that oppose Assembly Bill 715 say the new bill could silence discussions on Israel and Palestine, while supporters call it a step against discrimination. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 715 into California law on Tuesday, Oct. 7. (Graphic created in Canva by Andrea Rivera)
California bill that could limit classroom curriculums on sensitive topics signed into law
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)
Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students
Sac State has placed professor Anne Luna on leave and is reviewing her case for potential university honor code violations from a social media post on Sept. 10, 2025. The sociology professor allegedly celebrated Charlie Kirk’s assassination via Instagram, sparking controversy. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Mellon.)
Sac State professor on voluntary leave after Charlie Kirk post
Wileety Native American College Dean Annette Reed poses for a photo within the lounge area of the new WNAC space Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. She canceled her retirement to lead the new college.
Native American community celebrates dedicated college grand opening
Riverview Hall houses resident advisors and first-year students adjusting to college life Oct. 5, 2023. This semester’s residents had reduced mental health support after the in-residence counselor position was left vacant.
Departure of in-residence counselor leaves gap in student support
Associated Students, Inc. employees at Sacramento State voted over the course of two days to form a union Thursday, May 8, 2025. The unionization comes after allegations of employee mistreatment and a protest on March 4. (Graphic created in Canva)
BREAKING: ASI workers vote to unionize
The ASI board elects at the announcement party April 18, 2025. The 16% voter turnout is the highest since 2004.
Sac State’s ASI election results announced with 16% voter turnout
The 2025 Sacramento State ASI election is here, with voting running from April 16-17. Voting can be conducted both online and in person in front of the university union. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace, photos courtesy of the ASI election candidates)
Meet the presidential candidates: ASI election 2025
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Hive Insider: Campus workers seek unionization, former Sacramento King becomes basketball head coach and DEI support challenges
ASI Student Engagement and Outreach office, where ASI employees work to promote programs and services Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Students and campus faculty have discussed forming a new union after multiple allegations of union-busting and discrimination were raised against ASI.
Campus workers seek to form union following allegations against ASI
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
Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
Hombre con su bandera Mexicana en la ceremonia para el Grito de independencia en frente del Capitolio de Sacramento, lunes 15 de septiembre, 2025.
Una celebración del Día de la Independencia de México escalada
Carreño trabaja en su computadora portátil cerca de Sacramento Hall el martes 9 de septiembre de 2025. Dijo que, aunque a los estudiantes de primer año se les asignarán horarios a través de Hornet Launch, los estudiantes transferidos pueden quedarse atrás, ya que son los últimos en inscribirse en las clases.
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficientes clases: Los estudiantes luchan por las clases a medida que aumenta el número de estudiantes entrantes
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
A voice for the Latino community and an advocate for change
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Los estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan durante la protesta contra la inmigración que tuvo lugar el martes 11 de febrero de 2025 en el patio de la biblioteca. La protesta consistió en testimonios personales, discursos informativos y cánticos en apoyo a la comunidad inmigrante.
Estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan con los inmigrantes indocumentados
La Universidad Estatal de Sacramento anunció una iniciativa que implementará el primer y más grande sistema universitario impulsado por IA. La CSU planea poner a disposición estas herramientas en las próximas semanas. (Gráfico hecho en Canva por Kai Arellano)
CSU anuncia iniciativa para crear un sistema universitario impulsado por inteligencia artificial
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.
Un grupo de personas marchando el 22 de febrero de 2025, llevando banderas de México. La multitud se dirige hacia el Capitolio y la sede de ICE en Sacramento.
Protesta ‘Aquí Estamos’ reunió a la comunidad en apoyo a los derechos de los inmigrantes
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 Newsom 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
Victoria Marthaler goes up to attack the ball against Weber State Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The win against the Wildcats was the first of their two conference wins.
Victoria Marthaler’s career night lifts the Hornets over Portland State
Sophomore midfielder Vincent Padilla battles for a loose ball at home against CSU Fullerton Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Sac State’s offensive struggles continued, as they lost the match by a score of 2-1.
Shortcomings in Sacramento: Hornets fall short despite last ditch effort
Sophomore midfielder Jaety Mandaquit fends off forward Karli Yoshida-Williams in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Mandaquit has been a vital piece for Sacramento State in midfield, where she sits as an anchor in front of the Hornet defense.
Revenge tastes sour: Sac State falls to the ruthless Vandals in second half
Junior safety Koa Akui celebrates his interception in Sac State’s loss to Nevada Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Akui has a total of 3 interceptions this season.
Big Island to Big Sky: Koa Akui starts the season with a bang
Junior forward Donovan Sessoms possesses the ball at home Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 against CSU Bakersfield. Sac State struggled offensively, losing the match by a score of 1-0.
Beep! Beep! Roadrunners lap the Hornets on home turf
Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts
Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts
Sac State men’s basketball head coach Mike Bibby returns to Sacramento 24 years after making his debut with the Sacramento Kings. Bibby looks to bring life to what has been a struggling program.
From Jesters to Royalty: Kings legend Mike Bibby is all in on Hornet hoops
Sac State men's basketball hired Shaquille O'Neal to become their first general manager in a voluntary capacity. Here are some reactions from social media. (Graphic made in Canva by Jack Freeman)
Social media reacts to Sac State hiring Shaquille O’Neal as new voluntary general manager of men’s basketball
Sacramento State is hiring Shaquille O’Neal as the men’s basketball team’s voluntary general manager, Monday, April 28, 2025. The team has made major waves with the addition of head coach Mike Bibby and Shaq’s son, Shaqir O’Neal.
BREAKING: Sac State hiring Shaquille O’Neal as men’s basketball voluntary general manager
Senior forward Katie Peneueta embraces head coach Aaron Kallhoff before the final regular season game of her career, Monday March 3, 2025. Peneueta ended her career as the school’s greatest 3-point shooter.
Trophies, Transfers, Tribulations: Sac State’s star forward looks ahead after a legendary college career
Redshirt sophomore Jakob Poturnak clinks helmets with his teammates Thursday, April 17, 2025. Poturnak had 10 hits, including a home run, over the 3-game series against GCU.
Hornets go antelope hunting in the high desert, return with first place in hand
Senior right fielder Ryan Christiansen reaches second on a double against the Highlanders Friday, April 25, 2025. Christiansen scored four RBIs against Riverside, thanks to an RBI single and a 2-run homer.
Hornets finish marathon week 3-2 after sweeping Highlanders
Senior outfielder Tyler White walks back to the dugout after the end of an inning against Seattle University Saturday, April 12, 2025. White had three RBIs to go along with three hits, propelling the Hornets to a near-comeback.
Sac State finds themselves lost in the shadow of snowy Sierras in double-digit defeat
Senior center fielder Tyler White’s teammates cheer for the batter after he reaches on a hit by pitch Saturday, April 19, 2025. White went 2-8 against the Lancers but had an RBI in each of the final two games of the series.
Hornets bring out the cavalry in series win against Lancers
Senior center fielder Tyler White stands ready at the plate Saturday, April 12, 2025. White went 2-5 against Davis, while scoring three runs on a dagger home run in the ninth inning.
Hornets take Aggies out to pasture in revenge win against Causeway rivals
Junior safety Koa Akui celebrates his interception in Sac State’s loss to Nevada Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Akui has a total of 3 interceptions this season.
Big Island to Big Sky: Koa Akui starts the season with a bang
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams dances between defenders Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Williams threw three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown.
A Mustang Stampede: Sac State can’t contain a potent Cal Poly ground game
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams and sophomore running back Damian Henderson II embrace after a successful drive against Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Both contributed on the ground, with Henderson adding 141 yards and Williams adding in 66 of his own, for the majority of the 274 yards rushed against Central Arkansas.
High-riding Hornets prepare to take on the Mustangs
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams punches in one of his two touchdowns in Sac State’s win over Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Williams racked up over 300 total yards and three touchdowns for his strongest game as a Hornet.
Go-ing, Go-ing, Gone: Sac State steamrolls Central Arkansas in final nonconference bout
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams throws a pass with two defenders in his face for a completion against Mercyhurst Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Williams shined in this game with 176 yards passing and an additional 52 yards on the ground for three total touchdowns.
Running full speed ahead: the Hornets focus next on the Bears
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 Vincent Padilla battles for a loose ball at home against CSU Fullerton Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025. Sac State’s offensive struggles continued, as they lost the match by a score of 2-1.
Shortcomings in Sacramento: Hornets fall short despite last ditch effort
Sophomore midfielder Jaety Mandaquit fends off forward Karli Yoshida-Williams in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Mandaquit has been a vital piece for Sacramento State in midfield, where she sits as an anchor in front of the Hornet defense.
Revenge tastes sour: Sac State falls to the ruthless Vandals in second half
Junior forward Donovan Sessoms possesses the ball at home Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025 against CSU Bakersfield. Sac State struggled offensively, losing the match by a score of 1-0.
Beep! Beep! Roadrunners lap the Hornets on home turf
Junior forward Lexi Schroeder is embraced by her teammates after her goal saved the Hornets from defeat against Big Sky conference opponents Northern Arizona Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Schroeder has been an integral piece of the Sacramento State women’s soccer attack squad.
Hornets split the wood with Lumberjacks after late equalizer
Freshman forward Zach Looney looks for options as he staves off a St. Mary’s defender Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Sac State went on to draw the match by a score of 1-1.
Clean slate for Sac State: Hornets look to transform season ahead of Big West Conference play
Junior outfielder Faith Epperson yells in celebration after stealing third base Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Sac State won this game soundly, ending 9-1 against Pacific.
Bats as hot as the weather: Hornets win big versus Pacific
The Hornets celebrate one of their 26 runs Friday, April 25, 2025. Sac State added 38 runs total in its weekend sweep of Montana.
Sac State freshmen lead the way in series sweep versus Montana
Freshman third baseman Madison Evers-Lyles gets ready to make a play towards first base for an out Friday, April 18, 2025. The Hornets split on this day, but Evers-Lyles dominated, adding in two runs and a home run on the day.
A bright spot in a series loss: Hornets’ head coach wins her 300th game
Junior outfielder Lafulafu Malepeai lines up to bat against Northern Colorado Saturday, April 12, 2025. Malepeai was vital in Sacramento State’s sweep of Northern Colorado.
Taking honey from a Bear: Sac State sweeps Northern Colorado
Junior pitcher Danyelle Leone throws a pitch vs Fresno State Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Her two strikeouts helped in the Hornets’ 3-2 comeback win.
Sac State brings the momentum home, dominating on the road before beating Fresno State
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
Freshman Gur Libal stands ready to return an oncoming ball Thursday, April 26, 2025. Sac State lost to Montana 4-0 in the Big Sky Conference Tournament in Phoenix, Arizona.
Putting the season behind them, men’s tennis looks ahead to a bright future
Sacramento State Hornets raise the trophy as back-to-back champions Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Hornets swept in both the semifinals and the finals, moving to the NCAA Tournament where they’ll face the California Golden Bears.
Championship ace in a familiar place: Hornets raise the trophy once again
Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return an oncoming ball from Montana State with a forehand motion Friday, March 21, 2025. Walker won her match at second singles, contributing to the 7-0 sweep against their Big Sky opponent.
Sac State looks for second ring as they attempt to answer the call
Sophomore Henry Lamchinniah returns with a backhand swing against UC Davis Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Lamchinniah went on to lose the singles match at first, and the Hornets lost 1-4 against the Aggies.
Sac State reloads, not rebuilds, in youth-driven title defense
Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return the oncoming ball with a forehand motion against Grand Canyon University Saturday, April 12, 2025. The sophomore’s match went unfinished, as the Hornets acquired three straight singles wins to complete the 4-0 sweep.
Cross Court Chronicles: Quick wins, sweet sweeps
Victoria Marthaler goes up to attack the ball against Weber State Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The win against the Wildcats was the first of their two conference wins.
Victoria Marthaler’s career night lifts the Hornets over Portland State
Weber State players attempt to block a shot from Sophomore outside hitter Victoria Marthaler Sept. 28, 2025. Sac State swept the Wildcats 3-0, with Marthaler leading the way with 18 kills.
Sac State splits first two Big Sky matchups in hard fought battles
Senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer goes up for a kill against Pacific Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Archer finished the game with 13 kills.
The Hornets keep The Nest abuzz and win the Central Cal Challenge at home
The Hornets share a moment together during their last home tournament at The Nest Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. The Hornets went 0-3 but have another chance to improve their home record on Sept. 18, as they kick off the Central Cal Challenge. (Photo courtesy of Bob Solorio / Sacramento State Athletics)
Sac State serves up a 2-1 weekend in their Beantown debut
Junior libero Reese Ampi hits the ball back against Pepperdine, Sunday, Aug. 31, 2025. The Hornets lost 2-3. Photo by Alan Cheeseman (Sacramento State Athletics)
Hornets swarm the Beehive State and leave Utah tournament 2-1
Adam Piron, the Director of the Indigenous Program at the Sundance Institute (left), Roberto Fatal, director of “En Memoria” (middle) and Quinne Larson, the director of “Field Recording” (right), discuss important topics regarding Indigenous films during the panel Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The audience prompted questions for the panel members, providing the audience with an interactive experience following the film viewing.
Culture in motion: The Sundance Institute brings Indigenous film to Sacramento
Terra Madre Americas attendees enjoy the indoor market at Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. Inside, people got to browse different vendors giving out samples of food from farmers and chefs.
Flavor and Tradition: Terra Madre Americas celebrates farming food culture
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
Adam Strauss, New York City comedian and storyteller, takes the stage Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. He discussed the concept of unreal reality through the lens of childhood curiosity, often bending the line between reality and fantasy.
Four voices, one night: ‘In a Nutshell’ dives into ‘Unreal Reality’
Aftershock, dubbed the “West Coast’s largest rock, punk and metal festival,” makes a grand return to Sacramento, starting Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. The festival is conveniently located in Discovery Park at 1600 Garden Highway, near the meeting points of the American and Sacramento Rivers. (Photo courtesy of Samuel Shapiro)
ARE YOU READY? Here’s your official guide to Aftershock 2025
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
The Pop-Up Shop is located on the first floor of the University Union near the Southwest entrance Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Clothes, vintage video games, art, jewelry and more are sold in the shop.
Student-owned businesses pop into the Student Union
The StingerStudio Makerspace celebrated this semester’s Create, Make and Share Faire Wednesday, April 23, 2025. The fair featured various art and innovations from staff and students alike, many of whom used the space’s tools and materials to complete their projects for no extra cost.
Creativity was in the air at the Create, Make and Share Faire
Michelle Dahl and Gina Grice in front of some of their work Thursday, March 13, 2025. Their art is on display at Gallery 1075 in West Sacramento until March 31.
Painting outside the lines: Sacramento artists aim to inspire the next generation of women
Terra Madre Americas attendees enjoy the indoor market at Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. Inside, people got to browse different vendors giving out samples of food from farmers and chefs.
Flavor and Tradition: Terra Madre Americas celebrates farming food culture
Crowds gather at the Our Street Night Market to grab a bite, listen to beats and enjoy the vibes Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. From food trucks to live DJ sets, there were various ways to experience downtown nightlife.
Downtown after dark: Our Street Market returned to celebrate Sacramento culture
Having dietary restrictions isn’t a reason not to enjoy good food! Find out about five local Sacramento restaurants and the delicious meals they serve, accommodating everything from vegan to gluten-free options. (Graphic made in Canva)
Alternative restaurants for your dietary needs
Alex Blaise, also known as SacBoyEats, enjoys a moment with a coffee in hand. The candid shot captures his enthusiasm for local coffee shops, a key part of his mission to celebrate Sacramento’s diverse food scene and local eateries. (Photo courtesy of Erin Blaise)
Mentor and food blogger uplifts Sacramento students and small businesses
Chef Aguilar and Chef Villanueva display their dishes for this year’s Battle of the Chefs competition Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Only one of the chefs will move on to the final round at the University of New Mexico after judges decide on a winner.
Knives out: Chefs enter semi-finals in a heated culinary clash
Aftershock, dubbed the “West Coast’s largest rock, punk and metal festival,” makes a grand return to Sacramento, starting Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. The festival is conveniently located in Discovery Park at 1600 Garden Highway, near the meeting points of the American and Sacramento Rivers. (Photo courtesy of Samuel Shapiro)
ARE YOU READY? Here’s your official guide to Aftershock 2025
Sacramento History Museum presented “The West End Blues: A Sacramento Jazzstory,” Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, featuring Harley White Jr. Orchestra as performers. The concert featured a multimedia aspect, as a slideshow displayed vintage photos and text. (Photo courtesy of Sacramento History Museum)
‘The West End Blues’: Sacramento’s Hidden Jazz Story
Crowds gather at the Our Street Night Market to grab a bite, listen to beats and enjoy the vibes Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. From food trucks to live DJ sets, there were various ways to experience downtown nightlife.
Downtown after dark: Our Street Market returned to celebrate Sacramento culture
“Man’s Best Friend,” Sabrina Carpenter’s seventh studio album, was released Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. The album blends vintage, 1980s production with playful lyrics to culminate in a lighthearted dance pop record. (Photo courtesy of Sabrina Carpenter Official Press, graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘Man’s Best Friend’ is a chronically single girl’s best friend
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
Mike Infante posed for the camera in front of greenery at Sacramento State March 28, 2025. Infante gained media attention through performing in bodybuilding competitions and has since made it to the big screen playing Nick in the recently released “Freaky Tales.”
From curtain call to camera roll: Sac State student, actor and disability advocate makes Hollywood debut
Nate Duke Lopez as Christopher Boone reaching upward in the Playwrights’ Theatre on March 18, 2025. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time delves into the story of a 15-year-old neurodivergent boy as he goes on a journey to solve unexpected mysteries. (Photo by Charr Crail)
‘Does that mean I can do anything?’: Sac State play aims to demystify neurodivergency
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
Adam Piron, the Director of the Indigenous Program at the Sundance Institute (left), Roberto Fatal, director of “En Memoria” (middle) and Quinne Larson, the director of “Field Recording” (right), discuss important topics regarding Indigenous films during the panel Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The audience prompted questions for the panel members, providing the audience with an interactive experience following the film viewing.
Culture in motion: The Sundance Institute brings Indigenous film to Sacramento
Francis Lawrence’s adaptation of Stephen King’s “The Long Walk” was released in theaters Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. The film stars Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson and Mark Hamil. (Photo courtesy of Lionsgate, graphic made in photoshop by Eli Keller)
Beauty in the bleak: ‘The Long Walk’ adaptation perfectly captures the Stephen King paradox
“Honey Don’t!” was released in theaters August 22, 2025. The film stars Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans, Charlie Day and Lera Abova. (Photo courtesy of Focus Features. Graphic created in Canva)
Ethan Coen’s sunbaked neo-noir ‘Honey Don’t!’ is a messy mystery
Michael Angarano and Chris Smith’s “Sacramento” was released in theaters Friday, April 11. The film stars Angarano, Michael Cera, Kristen Stewart and Maya Erskine. (Photo courtesy of Falco Inc. Graphic made in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
‘Sacramento’ is a long drive through freeways, friendship and fatherhood
Sac State alumnus Ryan Coogler and his frequent collaborator Michael B. Jordan teamed up for the duo’s fifth project together. “Sinners” is Coogler’s first release since 2022’s “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever.” (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros., Graphic made in Canva)
Something to sink your teeth into: ‘Sinners’ is an instant classic
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)
Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students
Over 350 people came to Martin L. Boston’s memorial at the Alumni Center Tuesday, Sep. 30, 2025. Boston is survived by his wife Krystal Boston and his children.
Sac State holds memorial for late professor Martin L. Boston
Wileety Native American College Dean Annette Reed poses for a photo within the lounge area of the new WNAC space Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. She canceled her retirement to lead the new college.
Native American community celebrates dedicated college grand opening
Assistant coach Hector “Keko” Grajeda addresses the team before their game against Stanford on Thursday, Aug. 10, 2025. The Hornets went on to fall short of victory by a score of 0-1. (Photo courtesy of Sac State Athletics)
A goalkeeper guru: First-generation graduate returns to Sac State men’s soccer
Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event
Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event
Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
Sac State Says: Buzz or Bust? Football Home Opener
Sac State Says: Buzz or Bust? Football Home Opener
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Hive Insider: WEUSI festival, limited class availability and more
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
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Healthy Hive: Our personal relationship between health and technology
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
Se sabe o se sospecha que muchas de las salas y espacios de oficinas en el campus contienen asbesto. El asbesto es un mineral nocivo que se utilizó ampliamente en la construcción durante las décadas de 1960 y 1970, y se ha confirmado que su exposición prolongada causa daños. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Jade Brown)
Los estudiantes expresan su frustración por el amianto en más de la mitad de las aulas del campus
The State Hornet Podcast: Causeway Boxing Classic, rejection of Prop 6 and the Native American College
The State Hornet Podcast: Causeway Boxing Classic, rejection of Prop 6 and the Native American College
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
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
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
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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
Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
Hombre con su bandera Mexicana en la ceremonia para el Grito de independencia en frente del Capitolio de Sacramento, lunes 15 de septiembre, 2025.
Una celebración del Día de la Independencia de México escalada
Carreño trabaja en su computadora portátil cerca de Sacramento Hall el martes 9 de septiembre de 2025. Dijo que, aunque a los estudiantes de primer año se les asignarán horarios a través de Hornet Launch, los estudiantes transferidos pueden quedarse atrás, ya que son los últimos en inscribirse en las clases.
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficientes clases: Los estudiantes luchan por las clases a medida que aumenta el número de estudiantes entrantes
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
A voice for the Latino community and an advocate for change
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event
Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event
Sac State Says: Buzz or Bust? Football Home Opener
Sac State Says: Buzz or Bust? Football Home Opener
Sac State Says: Welcome back to the Hive! Students return for the fall semester
Sac State Says: Welcome back to the Hive! Students return for the fall semester
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
References to toppling royalty were abundant in signs held by No Kings Day protestors Saturday, June 14, 2025. The crowd began forming in front of the Capitol at 10 a.m. and continued until the crowd began to disperse around 1 p.m..
GALLERY: Thousands gather at State Capitol for “No Kings Day” protest
Students held a banner at the front of the Out of the Darkness Walk Thursday, April 10, 2025. The banner stated the name of the event.
GALLERY: Students come together for annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
Senior guard Jackson Slater jumps during pro day Monday, March 31, 2025. Slater reached a 32.5” vertical, his best in the pre-draft process.
GALLERY: Sac State football shows out on pro day
The Denim Nuns start the week by rocking out at the KSSU radio station Thursday, March 20, 2025. The band performed songs from their newest album “Academic Comeback of the Century.”
GALLERY: KSSU hosts inaugural Local Music Week at Sac State
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Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer

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Kristopher Caalim returns to the Hornet in his final year as a student with a minor in film studies. He aims to work in fields related to arts and entertainment as he enjoys exploring pop culture and its history. In addition to his work at The State Hornet, he has a passion for writing in general and is a huge fan of nearly anything.

All content by Kristopher Caalim
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Hive Insider: WEUSI festival, limited class availability and more

Hosts Kris Caalim and Maya Denaé Taylor discuss the latest news from around campus
Maya Denaé Taylor and Kristopher Caalim
September 26, 2025
In this episode, Kris Caalim and Maya Denaé Taylor discuss Sacramento State students' struggles with class registration as well as other recent on- and off-campus events.
“The Summer I Turned Pretty” first aired on Amazon Prime Video in 2022. The series provides breakout roles for Lola Tung, Gavin Casalegno and Christopher Briney (Photo courtesy of Prime Video, Graphic created in Canva by Kristopher Caalim)

A different kind of heartache: ‘The Summer I Turned Pretty’ Season 3 Review

A grand finale to one unforgettable summer
Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
September 24, 2025
After three seasons, “The Summer I Turned Pretty” has hooked audiences. Now with the last season wrapped up, does this summer romance come to a satisfying end?
The Nintendo Switch 2’s road to release was rocky, as concerns about its price, offers on hardware upgrades and high-profile game releases continued to rise. Three months in, is the Nintendo Switch 2 worth it? (Image courtesy of Nintendo)

Is it worth the switch? Three months with the Nintendo Switch 2

An upgrade in necessity rather than an improvement
Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
September 12, 2025
Nintendo’s newest console has been out for three months. Is it worth the high asking price?
Speakers received special acknowledgment for the work they do inside the NHPI community on Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Isa Whalen (left), Grace Fa’avesi (middle) and Manufou Liaiga-Anoa’i (right) spoke at the event.

Sac State hosts first-ever Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Student Academic Success Summit

“Many Islands, One Ocean”
Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
May 5, 2025
Sac State hosted its inaugural Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Student Academic Success Summit, emphasizing the need for greater NHPI representation in the school community.
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State

State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State

Orlando Rodriguez discusses how he got into live music mixing and more
Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
May 5, 2025
Host Kristopher Caalim talks with Orlando Rodriguez about what it’s like being a student while working with KSSU, his time with music and Dj-ing and more.
Disney’s newest live-action remake of the company's first animated feature caused much controversy. Regardless, the film’s content cannot be anything more than just alright. (Photo courtesy of Disney, graphic created in Canva)

A fair enough tale: Disney’s ‘Snow White’ is a half-baked apple pie of a movie

Yet another Disney live-action remake
Kristopher Caalim, Staffer
April 8, 2025
The 2025 re-telling of “Snow White” saw a lot of controversy up to its release. Despite all of it, the movie was still unable to be anything more than unimaginative.
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Hive Insider: Black History Month, Sac State’s Habit Burger and ASI Children’s Center

Kris Caalim and Alex Wong talk about a Sac State graduate rising from prison, a recent letter from the Department of Education and more.
Alex Wong and Kristopher Caalim
March 13, 2025
In this episode, Kristopher Caalim and Alex Wong discuss stories that honor Black History Month, new on-campus eateries and more.
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Nostalgia Stings 1: An Overview of Sacramento

Reviewing Sacramento’s historical pop-culture spots throughout history
Kristopher Caalim, Podcast Staffer
February 24, 2025
Host Kris Caalim introduces co-host Mikeal Trotti to pop culture hotspots in Sacramento.
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