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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
Protesters gather in support of Mahmoud Khalil at the Sacramento State Library Quad Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The speakers at the protest spoke about freedom of speech and President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at combating antisemitism.
Sac State community stages walkout against Trump administration crackdowns on college protests
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Hive Insider: Black History Month, Sac State’s Habit Burger and ASI Children’s Center
Many of the lecture halls and office spaces on campus are known or suspected to contain asbestos. Asbestos is a harmful mineral that was widely used in construction during the 1960s and 1970s, over a long period of exposure it has been confirmed to cause harm. (Graphic created in Canva by Jade Brown)
Students raise frustrations about asbestos in over half of the lecture halls on campus
More than 20 students shared their concerns with President Luke Wood at the March 4 President’s Forum Tuesday, March 4, 2025. They expressed similar frustrations regarding the administration’s handling of recent events, such as the $37 million budget deficit and federal attacks on inclusivity. (Stadium rendering courtesy of Sac State Athletics, photo of Luke Wood courtesy of Sac State and visuals courtesy of Canva, graphic created in Canva by Annie Biebl)
Students present their concerns to President Luke Wood at town hall
Many of the lecture halls and office spaces on campus are known or suspected to contain asbestos. Asbestos is a harmful mineral that was widely used in construction during the 1960s and 1970s, over a long period of exposure it has been confirmed to cause harm. (Graphic created in Canva by Jade Brown)
Students raise frustrations about asbestos in over half of the lecture halls on campus
More than 20 students shared their concerns with President Luke Wood at the March 4 President’s Forum Tuesday, March 4, 2025. They expressed similar frustrations regarding the administration’s handling of recent events, such as the $37 million budget deficit and federal attacks on inclusivity. (Stadium rendering courtesy of Sac State Athletics, photo of Luke Wood courtesy of Sac State and visuals courtesy of Canva, graphic created in Canva by Annie Biebl)
Students present their concerns to President Luke Wood at town hall
Sacramento State was among 60 universities that received a letter from the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights following accusations of on-campus antisemitism Monday, March 10, 2025. The letter warned that universities who are found to have discriminated against Jewish students, in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, could lose federal funding. (Photos courtesy of Analy Carrillo via Flickr and U.S. Army Heraldry Directorate, graphic made in Canva by Brionna Woody)
BREAKING: Sac State among 60 schools warned by Department of Education for alleged antisemitism
The letter from the Department of Education is giving schools in the country 14 days to show compliance starting from Feb. 14, 2025. All educational institutions that accept federal funding must show compliance or potentially risk losing their funding. (Photograph by B Christopher/Alamy Stock Photo)
Federally funded schools receive ultimatum from Department of Education
The California State University announced an initiative that will implement the first and largest AI-powered university system. The CSU plans to make these tools available in the next few weeks. (Graphic made in Canva by Kai Arellano)
BREAKING: CSU announces initiative to make AI-powered University system
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
The California State University Employee Union was joined by other unions and activist groups for a rally in the library quad Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Union members are determined to fight for workers’ rights at Sacramento State, whether they are involved with the organization or not. (Graphic made in Canva by Brionna Woody)
CSU Employee Union hosts rally in support of ASI unionization
The ASI Children’s Center on campus Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Former student employees detailed multiple instances of mistreatment from the center’s director.
Former ASI Children’s Center employees allege director cultivated hostile work environment
Vice President of University Affairs Sabrina Charleston poses for ASI head shots in the fall 2024 semester. Charleston was removed by unanimous vote on Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2025. (Photo Courtesy of ASI, graphic created in Canva by Aliza Imran)
Vice President of University Affairs removed after failing to adhere to ASI operating rules
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
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
La oficina de Promoción y Alcance Estudiantil de ASI, donde los empleados de ASI trabajan para promover programas y servicios el martes 4 de marzo de 2025. Los estudiantes y profesores del campus han discutido la formación de un nuevo sindicato después de que se prestaran múltiples acusaciones de represión sindical y discriminación contra ASI.
Trabajadores del campus buscan formar un sindicato tras las acusaciones contra ASI
'Steps to College' abre sus puertas para ayudar a la comunidad Hispana
‘Steps to College’ abre sus puertas para ayudar a la comunidad Hispana
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
Estudiantes y activistas en Sac State protestaron en solidaridad con la comunidad inmigrante
Estudiantes y activistas en Sac State protestaron en solidaridad con la comunidad inmigrante
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
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.
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
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
The women’s basketball transfer portal opened Monday morning, March 24, 2025. The Hornets need to fill seven roster spots and replace three starters. (Graphic created in Canva)
All-In: Sac State readies the dice for an active transfer portal season
JP Smith sits in the dugout at John Smith Field before practice Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Smith put in a lot of off-season work after breaking the home run record in the final game of the 2024 season, playing in the Cape Cod League for the Orleans Firebirds and working on his swing.
Sac State slugger wants his legacy to be more than home runs
Mike Bibby yells to his team against Prolific Prep at Chaparral High School Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019. Bibby is now set to join Sac State as the head coach of their men’s basketball program.
BREAKING: Former Sacramento King agrees on deal to become Sac State’s next men’s basketball head coach
Senior starter pitcher Evan Gibbons delivers a pitch Friday, March 7, 2025. Gibbons collected his third win of the season in Friday’s matchup against UT Arlington, going 6.2 innings while striking out six.
Sac State sends UT Arlington to the glue factory with series victory
Senior outfielder Tyler White celebrates after reaching first Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. White went 2-for-4 at the plate in Tuesday’s game against the Tigers, scoring once.
Hornets declaw Tigers in double-digit, blow-out victory
The women’s basketball transfer portal opened Monday morning, March 24, 2025. The Hornets need to fill seven roster spots and replace three starters. (Graphic created in Canva)
All-In: Sac State readies the dice for an active transfer portal season
JP Smith sits in the dugout at John Smith Field before practice Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Smith put in a lot of off-season work after breaking the home run record in the final game of the 2024 season, playing in the Cape Cod League for the Orleans Firebirds and working on his swing.
Sac State slugger wants his legacy to be more than home runs
Mike Bibby yells to his team against Prolific Prep at Chaparral High School Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019. Bibby is now set to join Sac State as the head coach of their men’s basketball program.
BREAKING: Former Sacramento King agrees on deal to become Sac State’s next men’s basketball head coach
Redshirt junior guard Benthe Versteeg looks up at the scoreboard on Saturday, February 8, 2025. She scored 24 points, grabbed nine rebounds and dished out five assists to tie her own program record against Northern Arizona on Sunday.
Sac State can’t keep Northern Arizona off the glass to end their Starch Madness run
Sophomore guard Michael Wilson takes a contested jump shot against Weber State Saturday, March 8, 2025. The Hornets fell to Weber State in the Big Sky Conference tournament, ending their season.
Weber State leaves Sac State starch-struck in first round loss
Senior starter pitcher Evan Gibbons delivers a pitch Friday, March 7, 2025. Gibbons collected his third win of the season in Friday’s matchup against UT Arlington, going 6.2 innings while striking out six.
Sac State sends UT Arlington to the glue factory with series victory
Senior outfielder Tyler White celebrates after reaching first Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. White went 2-for-4 at the plate in Tuesday’s game against the Tigers, scoring once.
Hornets declaw Tigers in double-digit, blow-out victory
Redshirt sophomore Kade Brown delivers a pitch Friday, March 7, 2025 against the Pacific Tigers. Kade Brown has improved his team lead ERA to 0.61 in 14.2 innings pitched.
Hornets lose the wind in their sails in doubleheader split
Junior starting pitcher Ethan Lay delivers a pitch from the mound Sunday, March 9, 2025. The starter had a career performance, throwing seven innings with 11 strikeouts.
Back to the zoo: Hornets walk-off Tigers despite dropping three of five
JP Smith and Jakob Poturnak bash arms together after hitting back-to-back home runs Thursday, Feb. 27, 2025. Poturnak added another in the fifth, adding to his team-leading six homers.
Launch codes leaked: Sac State’s offense goes nuclear against South Dakota State
Former Sacramento State guard Jackson Slater throws a block for former Sac State running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver against Eastern Washington Saturday, Oct. 13, 2024. Slater said a well placed block is one of his favorite plays to watch on film.
Draft Diaries: Sac State guard sets his sights on rising up draft boards at NFL Combine
Former Sac State guard Jackson Slater trains for the Combine at Exos in Phoenix, Arizona. Slater was a consensus All-American at Sac State last season. (Photos courtesy of Priority Sports and Entertainment)
Draft Diaries: Sac State guard introduces himself to the next level at Senior Bowl
Sac State Says: Students share their predictions for Super Bowl 59
Sac State Says: Students share their predictions for Super Bowl 59
Sacramento State President Luke Wood at a press conference Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. Wood told The State Hornet that the stadium is set to be built in three phases.
President Luke Wood reveals details on multi-use stadium construction and FBS jump
(L-R) Athletic Director Mark Orr, incoming head coach Brennan Marion and President Luke Wood hold up a Sacramento State jersey Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025. Marion said the support he’s received from Wood and Orr played an important role in him choosing Sac State.
Mixing the old with the new: Brennan Marion brings his personality to Sac State football
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 Ellie Farber dribbling down the field against Northern Arizona in the first round of the Big Sky Tournament Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. The Hornets went on to eliminate the Lumberjacks on Penalty Kicks 4-3.
Hornets get stomped by top-seeded Trojans in the NCAA Tournament
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
Freshman utility player Madison Evers-Lyles throws a heater to first base to get an out Tuesday, March 18, 2025. The team played stellar defense in a 10-2 win versus Columbia.
Sac State schools Ivy League Columbia in blowout to start homestand
Sac State’s softball team huddles up in the sun before a rainy game versus Cal Berkeley Thursday, March 13, 2025. The Hornets only managed five hits against the Golden Bears and ultimately lost 11-1.
Sac State hits dry spell in erratic rainy-day matchup against Cal 
Former Sac State third baseman Lewa Day rounds the bases Saturday, April 27, 2024. Day has returned as a graduate assistant to help coach the Hornets while pursuing her master’s degree.
Former softball great returns home to coach while finishing master’s degree
Senior pitcher Caroline Evans delivers a pitch Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025. Evans received Big Sky Conference Pitcher of the Week after totaling 18 strikeouts during her two wins this weekend.
Sac State Softball dominates going 3-1 as hosts of the NorCal Kickoff
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
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 Martin Duris returns the ball with a forehand motion at fifth doubles Saturday, March 15, 2025. Duris swept in two sets contributing to the 7-0 victory against Eastern Washington.
Cross Court Chronicles: Different Birds, Same Sweeps
Freshman Gur Libal looks to return the ball with forehand motion against New Mexico State Friday, March 7, 2025. Libal’s doubles went unfinished at first, as the Hornets won the doubles point at second and third that led to the 5-2 victory.
Cross Court Chronicles: Sac State delivers aces in handful of wins
Sophomore Reese Walker returns with a backhand hit in a singles set against Cal Poly on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025. Walker took the match to a third set.
Cross Court Chronicles: Women’s tennis falls back to Earth, men’s tennis plummets in winless weekend
Senior Hayden Rand sets up to serve against St. Mary’s in a singles match Monday, Feb. 24, 2025. Sac State would go on to take the match at home.
Cross Court Chronicles: Tennis tallies wins home and away amid the center of the season
Freshman Gur Libal returns a ball with a backhand stroke Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Libal won 6-4 against UC Davis in doubles matches.
Cross Court Chronicles: Sac State women’s tennis makes history while men’s tennis falters
Sacramento State volleyball in a team huddle after their matchup against Stanford Friday, Dec. 6, 2024. Stanford swept the Hornets 3-0 in the first round of the NCAA Tournament.
Sac State volleyball’s historic season ends with loss to Stanford in NCAA Tournament
Senior outside hitters Bridgette Smith and Caitlin Volkmann at UC Davis Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. Smith spiked the ball and Volkmann dug out the ball, but were defeated by the Aggies despite their efforts.
Fifth year senior duo leave their mark on Hornet volleyball
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
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
Mae Heffiman performs to Billie Eilish’s “Birds of a Feather,” Wednesday, March 19, 2025. She came on for a second performance after changing into a nude bodysuit.
Life’s a drag, but not at Sac State’s drag show
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Chronically Online Ep 6: Think You’ve Heard it All? Here’s Our Unpopular Opinions
Playboi Carti dropped his fourth major label project “MUSIC” on March 14. The album has 30 songs and features artists such as Kendrick Lamar, The Weeknd and Travis Scott. (Photo courtesy of AWGE and Interscope Records, Graphic made in canva by Chris D. Johnson)
Playboi Carti plays by his own rules on his newest album ‘MUSIC’
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
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
A couple stands admiring Dominick Porras’ artwork in the University Union gallery, Thursday, Feb. 20, 2025. Porras captured a variety of photos ranging from portraits to objects, all black and white photos.
‘Silvery Synthesis’: photography and mixed media elevate a culture’s beauty
Guests view portraits at the ‘16 Black Classicists’ gallery in the University Union Gallery Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. The gallery focuses on Black scholars in classicism.
‘16 Black Classicists’ gallery shines light on unsung heroes in classic studies
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
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
A spread of various items from the Habit Burger in the Sac State University Union Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. Since opening its first location in Santa Barbara, CA in 1969, the burger franchise has grown to 395 locations worldwide.
What makes a bad habit? An honest Habit Burger Review
Baking is a perfect way to pass the time when out of class. Try out these family-vetted recipes over winter break. (Graphic made in Canva by Delaney Joyce)
Warm your belly with the best festive recipes of the season
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
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Chronically Online Ep 6: Think You’ve Heard it All? Here’s Our Unpopular Opinions
Playboi Carti dropped his fourth major label project “MUSIC” on March 14. The album has 30 songs and features artists such as Kendrick Lamar, The Weeknd and Travis Scott. (Photo courtesy of AWGE and Interscope Records, Graphic made in canva by Chris D. Johnson)
Playboi Carti plays by his own rules on his newest album ‘MUSIC’
Pigeon Pit released their fourth album, “crazy arms,” on Jan. 17, 2025, followed by a tour spanning the West Coast. The record received a score of 7.7 on Pitchfork. (Courtesy of August Moore)
Open the Pigeon Pit: diving into the band’s ‘crazy arms’
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
Black musicians have a big presence in the metal music genre, dating back to the 1970s. Deathcore band Oceano is fronted by Adam Warren, who has provided lead vocals for the band since 2007. (Photo courtesy of Oceano via Instagram, graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
A new meaning to ‘Black metal’: Black musicians in the genre
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
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
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Theater Rats Ep. #3: Next stop, ‘Sky High!’
Mickey (Robert Pattinson) has the job of an Expendable, a role where he’s expected to test limits of human mortality when exposed to lethal situations. Some uses of his expendability include testing deadly viruses, radiation and space exposure. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros., graphic created in Canva by Delaney Joyce)
A tale of two Mickeys: Bong Joon-Ho’s ‘Mickey 17’ overindulges
The red heart-shaped eyes of the killer glow as he stands near a carnival carousel in Josh Ruben’s “Heart Eyes” (2025). The film blends classic, early 2000s horror tropes with a modern-day lens and Valentine's Day coat of paint. (Photo courtesy of Sony)
Romance is dead, but horror slashers are back with ‘Heart Eyes’
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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’
JP Smith sits in the dugout at John Smith Field before practice Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Smith put in a lot of off-season work after breaking the home run record in the final game of the 2024 season, playing in the Cape Cod League for the Orleans Firebirds and working on his swing.
Sac State slugger wants his legacy to be more than home runs
The spring 2025 semester is here, and with it comes the first DEI audit results of the year for The State Hornet. Since the previous audit, our coverage of DEI communities has increased. (Graphic created in Canva)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring 2025 midway diversity audit
Protesters gather in support of Mahmoud Khalil at the Sacramento State Library Quad Tuesday, March 11, 2025. The speakers at the protest spoke about freedom of speech and President Donald Trump's executive order aimed at combating antisemitism.
Sac State community stages walkout against Trump administration crackdowns on college protests
Sacramento State was among 60 universities that received a letter from the Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights following accusations of on-campus antisemitism Monday, March 10, 2025. The letter warned that universities who are found to have discriminated against Jewish students, in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, could lose federal funding. (Photos courtesy of Analy Carrillo via Flickr and U.S. Army Heraldry Directorate, graphic made in Canva by Brionna Woody)
BREAKING: Sac State among 60 schools warned by Department of Education for alleged antisemitism
A student walks by the Lassen Hall Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025. Lassen Hall is home to multiple cultural centers available on campus, including the Esak’timá Center, the APIDA Center and the MLK Jr. Center.
Sac State students concerned about federal DEI and immigration-related policy changes
Crafting Identity: Women’s Resource Center helps students explore identity through art
Crafting Identity: Women’s Resource Center helps students explore identity through art
More than a market: Stinger Expo helps turn passion into profit
More than a market: Stinger Expo helps turn passion into profit
A1 Combat Fighter Amir Najjar lands a head kick against A1 Combat fighter Michael Seely Friday, March 7, 2025. Najjar won the bout by unanimous decision.
GALLERY: Sac State hosts first-ever Battle at the Hive
'Steps to College' abre sus puertas para ayudar a la comunidad Hispana
‘Steps to College’ abre sus puertas para ayudar a la comunidad Hispana
The State Hornet Broadcast: Students in Solidarity, Project 2025 protest, ASI VP removal and sports
The State Hornet Broadcast: Students in Solidarity, Project 2025 protest, ASI VP removal and sports
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Chronically Online Ep 6: Think You’ve Heard it All? Here’s Our Unpopular Opinions
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Healthy Hive #1: Three Pillars of Health
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Theater Rats Ep. #3: Next stop, ‘Sky High!’
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Hive Insider: Black History Month, Sac State’s Habit Burger and ASI Children’s Center
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Life of a Hornet Ep. 1: 19-year-old senior prepares to leave the nest
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: 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
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
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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
La oficina de Promoción y Alcance Estudiantil de ASI, donde los empleados de ASI trabajan para promover programas y servicios el martes 4 de marzo de 2025. Los estudiantes y profesores del campus han discutido la formación de un nuevo sindicato después de que se prestaran múltiples acusaciones de represión sindical y discriminación contra ASI.
Trabajadores del campus buscan formar un sindicato tras las acusaciones contra ASI
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
Estudiantes y activistas en Sac State protestaron en solidaridad con la comunidad inmigrante
Estudiantes y activistas en Sac State protestaron en solidaridad con la comunidad inmigrante
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
Crafting Identity: Women’s Resource Center helps students explore identity through art
Crafting Identity: Women’s Resource Center helps students explore identity through art
More than a market: Stinger Expo helps turn passion into profit
More than a market: Stinger Expo helps turn passion into profit
'Steps to College' abre sus puertas para ayudar a la comunidad Hispana
‘Steps to College’ abre sus puertas para ayudar a la comunidad Hispana
The State Hornet Broadcast: Students in Solidarity, Project 2025 protest, ASI VP removal and sports
The State Hornet Broadcast: Students in Solidarity, Project 2025 protest, ASI VP removal and sports
Estudiantes y activistas en Sac State protestaron en solidaridad con la comunidad inmigrante
Estudiantes y activistas en Sac State protestaron en solidaridad con la comunidad inmigrante
A1 Combat Fighter Amir Najjar lands a head kick against A1 Combat fighter Michael Seely Friday, March 7, 2025. Najjar won the bout by unanimous decision.
GALLERY: Sac State hosts first-ever Battle at the Hive
The view from the top of the State Capitol shows seemingly endless signs Monday, Feb. 17, 2025. Californians showed up en masse to join the the protest against Project 2025.
GALLERY: A second protest breaks out at the Capitol for President’s Day
UNiQUE brought the silent disco back to the University Union Ballroom Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025. The DJs had a psychedelic backdrop playing behind them, setting the vibes for an awesome night.
GALLERY: Silent disco is a continued banger from Sac State’s UNiQUE
Combat U boxer Austin Melendez lands an uppercut on Air Force Academy boxer Justin Bonilla Friday, Nov. 22, 2024. Melendez was the first Sacramento State boxer of the night and earned the team’s first win.
GALLERY: Sac State victorious in inaugural Causeway Boxing Classic
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
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Mack Ervin III is the podcast editor for The State Hornet. He is a senior who joined back in fall 2019 and has previously served as football beat writer and multimedia reporter. A double major in journalism and communications, he is also an avid sports, racing and video game enthusiast.
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[Photo] The State Hornet wins 9 awards from Associated Collegiate Press convention

Serena Smith and Chris Woodard
March 17, 2023

(L-R) Alec Tong and Gilbert-O’Neil stand beside Lassen Hall sign on Thursday, April 14, 2022. Lassen Hall houses the financial aid and wellness wing of Sac State. Tong and Gilbert-O'Neil are planning a rally at the capitol building to advocate for student loan forgiveness. (Photo by Jack Freeman. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)

Student loans loom despite pause extension, ‘Breaking out of the Box’ seminar and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
April 22, 2022
Students grapple with looming student loan payment resumption, the women’s rowing coach celebrates 20 years and a seminar on toxic masculinity are the major headlines on this edition of the State Hornet Podcast.
Car chase ends at Hornet Commons, March Madness 2022 and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Car chase ends at Hornet Commons, March Madness 2022 and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
March 11, 2022
Podcast editor Mack Ervin III breaks down the latest news from the State Hornet newsroom including a man who was arrested after a car chase ended at the Hornet Commons, residents struggling to find parking and more.
A detailed look at Aliyah Sidqe’s oil painting “Assessing the Damages," hung in the Union Gallery at Sac State on Feb. 1. Sidqe said that the tattoo partially shown in the self-portrait reads “Everything Comes to An End.”

“The Babymama Effect” exhibit, anti-racism convocation follow-up and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
February 18, 2022
Podcast editor Mack Ervin III hosts another episode of The State Hornet Podcast and gives a follow up to Monday’s convocation episode, a new Union gallery exhibit for Black History Month and more.
Associate professor of communication dies, library evacuated and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Associate professor of communication dies, library evacuated and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
February 11, 2022
On the latest episode of The State Hornet Podcast, Mack Ervin III sits down and relays the biggest stories and headlines from week three, including the death of associate professor Andrew Stoner, a forced evacuation of the library and more.

State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty.

Mercy Sosa, James Fife, and Mack Ervin III
February 9, 2022

On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight: Digital Editor Mercy Sosa talks to Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State, about the funding Sac State receives for being...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Recap of Sac State’s season after playoff loss to South Dakota State: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

Mack Ervin III, Brandon Bailey, Jordan Parker, and John Cabales
December 13, 2021

“4th and Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

No. 4 seed Sac State to face South Dakota State in FCS playoffs: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
November 30, 2021

“4th and Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Sac State football earns outright Big Sky title, No. 4 seed in FCS playoffs: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
November 27, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Sac State football faces Causeway Classic with Big Sky title on the line: 4TH AND GOAL PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
November 17, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor Mack Ervin III alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Sac State football win over Cal Poly sets up closing stretch: 4TH AND GOAL

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
November 9, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor, Mack Ervin III, alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED

Jordan Parker, Ayaana Williams, Kaylin Flatland, John Cabales, James Fife, and Mack Ervin III
November 7, 2021

On this episode of BUZZED: Editor-In-Chief Jordan Parker, visuals editor Ayaana Williams, audience engagement editor Kaylin Flatland and sports editor John Cabales discuss cheesecake. Parker, who calls...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Close win against Northern Colorado a wake up call for the Hornets?: 4TH AND GOAL

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
November 2, 2021

“4th And Goal'' is The State Hornet’s newest podcast and features former football beat writer and current podcast editor, Mack Ervin III, alongside current football beat writer Brandon Bailey breaking...

STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special

Camryn Dadey, Isabelle Juarez, Emma Hall, Ayaana Williams, Zachary Cimaglio, Mack Ervin III, and James Fife
October 30, 2021

On this episode of Buzzed:    News editor Camryn Dadey, Newsletter editor Isabelle Juarez, DEI editor Emma Hall, and A&E staffer Zach Cimaglio discuss, debate and rank popular Halloween...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

Does shutout win over Northern Arizona make the Hornets championship contenders? : 4TH AND GOAL

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
October 29, 2021

On the newest episode of “4th and Goal,” podcast editor Mack Ervin III and football beat writer Brandon Bailey break down the dominant Sacramento State football team performance against Northern Arizona...

STATE HORNET BUZZED: Astrology Signs

Jordan Parker, Magaly Muñoz, Mercy Sosa, Kaylin Flatland, Camryn Dadey, Mack Ervin III, and James Fife
October 27, 2021

On this episode of Buzzed: Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker, managing editor Magaly Muñoz, digital editor Mercy Sosa, audience engagement editor Kaylin Flatland and news editor Camryn Dadey discuss and debate...

Football team blows out Northern Arizona, “Rocky Horror” actor injured and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Football team blows out Northern Arizona, “Rocky Horror” actor injured and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
October 25, 2021

Podcast editor Mack Ervin III has the recap of the biggest stories over the weekend on the newest edition of The State Hornet Podcast. This week’s major highlights include the forced cancellation...

Football team’s historic win over Montana, Pi Kappa Phi president vigil and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Football team’s historic win over Montana, Pi Kappa Phi president vigil and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
October 20, 2021

Podcast editor Mack Ervin III has the recap for the biggest stories through week eight of the semester on another episode of The State Hornet Podcast. This week’s major highlights include the candlelight...

Photo of Sac State sophomore running back Marcus Fulcher (9) taken by Ayaana Williams. Graphic made in Canva by Alex Muegge & Mercy Sosa

State of Sac State’s football team, upset win over Montana and more: 4TH AND GOAL

Mack Ervin III and Brandon Bailey
October 19, 2021

In the first episode of “4th and Goal,” podcast editor Mack Ervin III and football beat writer Brandon Bailey introduce themselves and discuss Sac State football, starting with a recap of the Hornets'...

First openly transgender ASI board member, ASI revenue losses and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

First openly transgender ASI board member, ASI revenue losses and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
October 15, 2021

Another Friday brings another episode of The State Hornet Podcast where podcast editor Mack Ervin III recaps the week’s biggest stories through week seven. Major highlights include a feature with...

Skip Bishop’s departure, racism timeline, football updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Skip Bishop’s departure, racism timeline, football updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
October 11, 2021

Podcast editor Mack Ervin III has the recap of the biggest stories over the weekend on this semester's ninth episode of The State Hornet Podcast. This week’s major highlights include Skip Bishop leaving...

Latino faculty representation gap, sports updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Latino faculty representation gap, sports updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
October 6, 2021

Week six of classes brings about the newest edition of The State Hornet Podcast where podcast editor Mack Ervin III breaks down the week’s biggest stories. This week’s major highlights include the...

Max ‘Pain’ Griffin on his journey from alley fights to the UFC: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Max ‘Pain’ Griffin on his journey from alley fights to the UFC: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
September 29, 2021

In the penultimate episode of “No Limits,” revisit a conversation hosts Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III had with Sacramento based UFC fighter Max “Pain” Griffin back in May. Griffin goes in depth...

Inclusive excellence VP candidates, football wins again and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Inclusive excellence VP candidates, football wins again and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
September 27, 2021

On a new episode of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III goes over some of the biggest stories from the newsroom over the past week. This week’s major highlights include the town...

Police chief interview, BSU and LGBTQ+ welcome events and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Police chief interview, BSU and LGBTQ+ welcome events and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
September 22, 2021

On a new edition of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III recaps the biggest stories produced by The State Hornet during the fourth week of classes. This week’s major highlights...

Thousands denied access to campus, ASI updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Thousands denied access to campus, ASI updates and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
September 17, 2021

The end of week three brings about another episode of The State Hornet Podcast featuring podcast editor Mack Ervin III. The big stories feature students being denied access to on-campus facilities for...

Gavin Newsom retains his position as Governor of California after 63 percent voted no to the recall on Tuesday. Photo of "Gavin Newsom" by Gage Skidmore is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

Newsom survives recall, editor roundtable reacts: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, and Magaly Muñoz
September 16, 2021

A follow-up episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and managing editor Magaly Muñoz giving their immediate reaction following...

First faculty senate meeting, return to campus and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

First faculty senate meeting, return to campus and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
September 13, 2021

On another episode of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III rounds up the biggest stories entering week three of classes at Sacramento State. Major stories include the first faculty...

Editor roundtable discussion about historic recall election: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

Editor roundtable discussion about historic recall election: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT

Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, and Magaly Muñoz
September 10, 2021

A special episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features a roundtable discussion with podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and features editor Magaly Muñoz where they talk...

Football returns, a new State Hornet section and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Football returns, a new State Hornet section and more: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
September 8, 2021

On a new edition of The State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III rounds up the biggest stories around the Sac State campus during the first two weeks of classes. Major stories include the...

COVID-19 guidelines and new police chief named: STATE HORNET PODCAST

COVID-19 guidelines and new police chief named: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III
September 1, 2021

On the first edition of this semester’s State Hornet Podcast, podcast editor Mack Ervin III recaps the biggest news stories The State Hornet covered over the summer break and wishes everyone a happy...

CBS Sacramento’s Marshall Harris on his storied sports reporting career: NO LIMITS

CBS Sacramento’s Marshall Harris on his storied sports reporting career: NO LIMITS

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
May 16, 2021
Marshall Harris discusses his career in sports journalism, from his humble beginnings to reporting on the Olympics to becoming sports director for CBS Sacramento.
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Inaugural podcast section unpacks a semester of content: STATE HORNET BUZZED

Mack Ervin III, Rose Vega, and Gavin Rock
May 14, 2021
The first-ever dedicated podcast staff looks back on a semester of online content, audio production lessons and behind-the-scenes stories, as well as their favorite episodes and random acts of kindness.
Town hall meetings scheduled for new police chief finalists: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Town hall meetings scheduled for new police chief finalists: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
May 12, 2021
Incoming Co-podcast editor Mack Ervin III and Editor-in-Chief Max Connor discuss their favorite stories from the last year of coverage and go over this week in news, including an upcoming town hall concerning Sacramento State’s new police chief.
ESPN radio host Damien Barling on being a multimedia journalist: NO LIMITS PODCAST

ESPN radio host Damien Barling on being a multimedia journalist: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
May 12, 2021
D-Lo and KC on ESPN 1320 host and Be Heard podcast platform founder Damien Barling talks his radio and television career, his love of music and those darn Sacramento Kings on this episode of No Limits.
ABC10 host Kevin John recaps journalism journey: NO LIMITS PODCAST

ABC10 host Kevin John recaps journalism journey: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
May 8, 2021
Kevin John, host and reporter for ABC10 here in Sacramento, joins incoming co-podcast editor Mack Ervin III and podcast staffer Garry Singh to discuss his journalistic journey.
Recap of CSU Chancellor talking return to campus: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Recap of CSU Chancellor talking return to campus: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
May 5, 2021
A town hall with the CSU chancellor regarding the fall 2021 return to campus, a story on how graduating seniors are handling their graduation photographs, sports updates and more.
Sportswriter Tony Harvey on his career, Sacramento Kings: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Sportswriter Tony Harvey on his career, Sacramento Kings: NO LIMITS PODCAST

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
May 3, 2021
Freelance sports writer and journalist Tony Harvey joins Garry and Mack on this episode of “No Limits”, discussing his career, his philosophy of work that he calls “The Machine,” his observations on the current Sacramento Kings season and more.
54% of classes will have on-campus components: STATE HORNET PODCAST

54% of classes will have on-campus components: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
April 28, 2021
54% of classes currently scheduled have on-campus components next semester, music beat writer Khalil Bourgoub shares his post-pandemic playlist in his new column “Khalil’s Virtual Venue,” and more stories from this week.
Should the 49ers go for Mac Jones? NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Jesús Cano

Should the 49ers go for Mac Jones? NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Jesús Cano

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
April 24, 2021
Fresno State Collegian Managing Editor Jesús Cano stopped by for today’s episode of “No Limits” to help Garry and Mack discuss the upcoming NFL draft. Afterwards, Garry and Mack give us another edition of the Rant of the Week.
NYT Bestselling author visits Sac State: STATE HORNET PODCAST

NYT Bestselling author visits Sac State: STATE HORNET PODCAST

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
April 21, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast: New York Times bestselling author Chanel Miller visited Sac State virtually Monday as part of the women’s and gender studies department’s “Healing Through Storytelling” event, plus more from this week in news.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: Sacramento Kings’ playoffs chances dashed, Jake Paul challenges Ben Askren

NO LIMITS PODCAST: Sacramento Kings’ playoffs chances dashed, Jake Paul challenges Ben Askren

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
April 17, 2021
This week, Garry and Mack set their sights on the Sacramento Kings’ remaining season, their ‘Rants of the Week’ and the upcoming boxing match between Jake Paul and Ben Askren.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: COVID-19 Vaccinations given on campus

STATE HORNET PODCAST: COVID-19 Vaccinations given on campus

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
April 14, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast - A story about Native American ethnic studies chair Annette Reed recounting her high education journey in a profile by State Hornet writer Emma Hall and co-news editor Mercy Sosa discusses COVID-19 vaccinations on campus, which started today.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL trade and draft analysis, Kings’ losing streak

NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL trade and draft analysis, Kings’ losing streak

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Jordan Latimore
April 10, 2021
This time on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III are joined by Jordan Latimore to talk the NFL Draft and recent trade happenings as well as the Sacramento Kings’ five-game losing streak.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Students open up about mental health during the pandemic

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Students open up about mental health during the pandemic

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
April 7, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast, Sacramento State students open up about their mental health situations during the COVID-19 pandemic in an article by Chrissy Martinez and the latest episode of our Real Talk with Rose podcast.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: MLB Opening Day, Sacramento Kings stumble again

NO LIMITS PODCAST: MLB Opening Day, Sacramento Kings stumble again

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
April 4, 2021
Mack and Garry discuss everything that’s happened in sports since spring break, including a discussion on all things baseball featuring returning guest Burle Dixon of the Kansas City Royals’ minor league system.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Conference on anti-Asian violence held at Sac State

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Conference on anti-Asian violence held at Sac State

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
March 31, 2021
On today’s State Hornet Podcast with podcast staffer Mack Ervin III and editor-in-chief Max Connor: Sac State community members held a virtual conference addressing the recent surge in anti-Asian violence, the women’s and gender studies department will celebrate its 50th anniversary and more.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Provost says students should expect campus return fall 2021

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Provost says students should expect campus return fall 2021

Mack Ervin III and Max Connor
March 17, 2021
Editor-in-Chief Max Connor and podcast staffer Mack Ervin III discuss Sacramento State provost Steve Perez’s announcement that students should expect a return to campus this fall, Sacramento County’s move into the red tier of COVID-19 reopening and more.
NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Joe Davidson of the Sacramento Bee

NO LIMITS PODCAST ft. Joe Davidson of the Sacramento Bee

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
March 16, 2021
Special guest Joe Davidson of the Sacramento Bee joins Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III to discuss the state of local athletics as sports get ready to start up again after Sacramento’s move to the red tier of COVID-19 restrictions.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: The ‘Unforgettable’ year of 2020, basketball recaps

STATE HORNET PODCAST: The ‘Unforgettable’ year of 2020, basketball recaps

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
March 10, 2021
Podcast staffer Mack Ervin III and editor-in-chief Max Connor introduce The State Hornet’s newest podcast project and recap all the news you might have missed since Monday, including a woman with a nonlethal weapon at Lark Sacramento and a hat trick of basketball recaps.
NO LIMITS 3/5: NBA All-Star Game roundup

NO LIMITS 3/5: NBA All-Star Game roundup

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
March 5, 2021
The NBA All-Star Game is this Sunday, and Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh are here with an NBA roundup episode of No Limits where they discuss midseason MVPs, coach of the year candidates and more.
STATE HORNET PODCAST: Sac State employees speak out, sports recaps

STATE HORNET PODCAST: Sac State employees speak out, sports recaps

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
March 3, 2021
Editor-in-chief Max Connor and podcast staffer Mack Ervin III discuss Sacramento State employees alleging labor exploitation at a press conference, a recap of a packed week for sports and more:
NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/28: ‘2021 All-Star Snub Team’

NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/28: ‘2021 All-Star Snub Team’

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
February 28, 2021
Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discuss what Garry called the “All-Star Snub Team,” a Sacramento Kings season that Mack sees as leaving a lot to be desired and more.
STATE HORNET PODCAST, WED 2/24: HEERF Grants, ‘CARmencement’

STATE HORNET PODCAST, WED 2/24: HEERF Grants, ‘CARmencement’

Max Connor and Mack Ervin III
February 24, 2021
Mack Ervin III and Max Connor host the Wednesday, 2/24 edition of The State Hornet Podcast, which features another round of HEERF grants, the announcement of “CARmencement” and more. Listen now on our website or on Spotify.
NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/20: Carson Wentz gets traded, Draymond Green criticizes trade culture

NO LIMITS PODCAST 2/20: Carson Wentz gets traded, Draymond Green criticizes trade culture

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
February 20, 2021
This episode of the No Limits Podcast features Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discussing Carson Wentz’s sudden trade, Draymond Green’s criticisms of trade culture and more:
NO LIMITS 2/12: Super Bowl Recap, NFL season review, ‘Quarterback Carousel’

NO LIMITS 2/12: Super Bowl Recap, NFL season review, ‘Quarterback Carousel’

Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh
February 12, 2021
On this giant NFL-themed episode of the No Limits Podcast, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap the Super Bowl, look at the highlights and lowlights of the NFL season and speculate on the potential postseason ‘Quarterback Carousel.’
NO LIMITS S2E1: Super Bowl Pre-Show, NFL Coaches, Sacramento Kings

NO LIMITS S2E1: Super Bowl Pre-Show, NFL Coaches, Sacramento Kings

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Jordan Parker
February 7, 2021
No Limits with Garry and Mack is back for a second season! This week the two invite State Hornet copy editor Jordan Parker to help them discuss the run up to the Super Bowl, the state of the NFL’s coaching landscape and the outlook for the Sacramento Kings.
NO LIMITS: Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather announced, ‘Take It Now’ #2

NO LIMITS: Logan Paul vs. Floyd Mayweather announced, ‘Take It Now’ #2

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, Jordan Latimore, and Ian Edwards
December 12, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III are joined by special guests, sports editor Ian Edwards and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore to discuss the recently announced Logan Paul vs. Floyd “Money’ Mayweather boxing match, this week in the NFL and the safest bets you could make on next week’s games in another segment of “Take It Now.”
NO LIMITS: Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr., ‘Take it Now’ #1, Rockets and Wizards trade

NO LIMITS: Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr., ‘Take it Now’ #1, Rockets and Wizards trade

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
December 5, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III react to the Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. card, debut a new podcast segment called “Take It Now” about the safest bets you could take on NFL games this weekend, and analyze the recent trades between the Houston Rockets and Washington Wizards.
NO LIMITS: NBA free agency, Week 12 of NFL

NO LIMITS: NBA free agency, Week 12 of NFL

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
November 26, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap the NBA free agency period and its winners and losers, talk about how the Sacramento Kings can rebuild and discuss Week 12 in the NFL.
NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL Week 10, NBA trades, demands and drafts

NO LIMITS PODCAST: NFL Week 10, NBA trades, demands and drafts

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
November 20, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap NFL week 10 and a wild week of NBA trades, trade demands and drafting.
NO LIMITS: NFL week 9, MVPs revisited, NBA trade rumors

NO LIMITS: NFL week 9, MVPs revisited, NBA trade rumors

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
November 12, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III recap this week in the NFL and discuss NBA trade rumors.
NO LIMITS: NFL playoffs if they started today, midseason MVP picks

NO LIMITS: NFL playoffs if they started today, midseason MVP picks

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
November 5, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III go through their hypothetical brackets if the NFL playoffs were to start today, and then discuss their midseason MVP picks.

STATE HORNET NEWS: 2020 Election, threat against student housing, and AB1460 hiccups and more

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, Sara Nevis, and Ian Ratliff
November 2, 2020
On this edition of State Hornet News, 2020 election FAQ, a bomb threat at The Crossings, AB 1460 implementation issues, track & field returns and other stories from the State Hornet newsroom.
Kyle Larson is back in NASCAR six months after using the n-word in a virtual racing event, but has he done enough to warrant this second chance (Photo by Zach Catanzareti) CC BY-SA 2.0

OPINION: Kyle Larson deserves a second chance after racial slur

NASCAR driver gets new opportunity 6 months after using n-word on stream
Mack Ervin III
November 1, 2020
Mack Ervin III analyzes why NASCAR driver Kyle Larson has earned a chance at redemption following his use of the n-word during a virtual racing event back in April.
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STATE HORNET BUZZED: The best Halloween stories, movies and candies

Mack Ervin III, Tara Gnewikow, Lauren Vannucci, Dominic Vitiello, and Robbie Pierce
October 30, 2020
Happy Halloween! Join us for the first ever episode of State Hornet: Buzzed, a brand new variety show featuring a rotating cast of State Hornet staffers and editors, as broadcast staffer Mack Ervin III, copy editor Tara Gnewikow, broadcast staffer Dom Vitiello and lifestyle columnist Lauren Vanucci talk about their favorite Halloween costumes, stories, movies and candies.
NO LIMITS: World Series recap, NFL marquee matchups

NO LIMITS: World Series recap, NFL marquee matchups

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
October 29, 2020
This week on No Limits — Garry and Mack recap the MLB World Series with Burle Dixon of the Kansas City Royals and deep dive on the Steelers vs. Titans and Seahawks vs. Cardinals games.
NO LIMITS: NBA Finals recap, NFL division-by-division breakdown

NO LIMITS: NBA Finals recap, NFL division-by-division breakdown

Mack Ervin III, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
October 22, 2020
This week on No Limits, Garry and Mack recap the NBA Finals and some early offseason shakeups, and break down the current state of the NFL division-by-division.
NO LIMITS: NBA Finals, firings and hirings, NFL Week 5

NO LIMITS: NBA Finals, firings and hirings, NFL Week 5

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
October 7, 2020

This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III are joined by State Hornet podcasting alumnus Shaun Holkko to discuss the aftermath of the firing of Bill O’Brien and the new hiring of Doc Rivers,...

State Hornet News Broadcast: Fall 2020 Convocation, basketball season, parties defying lockdown

Aranza Mora, Mack Ervin III, Ian Ratliff, and Sara Nevis
October 5, 2020

On this edition of State Hornet News, our team breaks down the most important news from the past two weeks, including The WELL's outdoor reopening, the men’s basketball team potentially starting their...

NO LIMITS PODCAST: Doc Rivers runs dry, Lakers vs. Heat, NFL contenders and pretenders

NO LIMITS PODCAST: Doc Rivers runs dry, Lakers vs. Heat, NFL contenders and pretenders

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
October 1, 2020

This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discuss the departure of Doc Rivers from the Los Angeles Clippers and how the offseason looks for further coaching staff changes. The pair also give...

NO LIMITS: Clippers choke, Nuggets hold on, NFL continues to Week 3

NO LIMITS: Clippers choke, Nuggets hold on, NFL continues to Week 3

Garry Singh, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
September 23, 2020

This week on No Limits, Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III discuss who is eating the “blame pie” following the Clippers’ NBA playoff loss, how the Nuggets might fare in the rest of the playoffs and how...

NO LIMITS: NFL Week 1 and NBA Playoffs

NO LIMITS: NFL Week 1 and NBA Playoffs

Garry Singh and Mack Ervin III
September 16, 2020

On the first episode of our new sports podcast “No Limits” with Mack Ervin III and Garry Singh, the two discuss this week in professional sports, tackling week one of the NFL, the NBA playoffs and...

BROADCAST: Summer news you may have missed

Allisyn Mayhew, Mack Ervin III, Max Connor, and Madeleine Beck
August 31, 2020

The first episode of the State Hornet News broadcast for the fall 2020 semester covers stories from the summer, including Sacramento State students struggling to get out of leases at off-campus apartment...

Sac State junior quarterback Kevin Thomson rushes for a first down against UC Davis on Nov. 23, 2019 at Hornet Stadium. Thomson entered the NCAA transfer portal signalling the possibility that he will leave Sac State for his final year of eligibility.

Sac State starting quarterback enters NCAA transfer portal

Kevin Thomson has one year of eligibility left
Mack Ervin III
June 11, 2020

Sacramento State quarterback Kevin Thomson has entered the NCAA’s transfer portal, possibly  signaling the end of his Hornets career, according to the sports network Rivals. Head coach Troy Taylor...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E16: Double Double Coverage

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
May 14, 2020

For the season finale of Double Coverage, Mack Ervin III and Shaun Holkko host a double-sized special edition. In it, they discuss the most recent UFC fight card, analyzing the hypothetical NFL season...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E15: USWNT equal pay claim denied, NFL free agent signings, Marshawn Lynch vs. Frank Gore

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
May 6, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage, hosts Mack Ervin III and Shaun Holkko discuss the U.S. Women’s National Team having their claims of discrimination in pay and playing conditions denied, several...

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...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E14: 2020 NFL Draft Recap

Shaun Holkko and Mack Ervin III
April 29, 2020

This week on Double Coverage, hosts Shaun Holkko and Mack Ervin III go over the NFL’s first virtual draft, and talk about where the top rated quarterbacks went, how they feel about their favorite picks,...

From left to right, Sac State senior football players, defensive lineman George Obinna, defensive back Caelan Barnes and defensive lineman Dariyn Choates pose for a photo after practice. Obinna signed with the Cleveland Browns as a free agent Saturday after going undrafted in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Sac State defensive lineman signs with NFL’s Cleveland Browns after going undrafted

George Obinna holds school record with 33.5 sacks in five years
Mack Ervin III
April 25, 2020

Another Sacramento State football player has made it to football’s promise land. Defensive lineman George Obinna, who holds the school’s single season and career sack record, signed with the Cleveland...

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...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E13: NFL Draft Review and Preview, Gronkowski joins Brady in Tampa Bay

Shaun Holkko, Mack Ervin III, and Robbie Pierce
April 22, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun review the 2017 NFL Draft with three years of hindsight while also previewing this week’s 2020 Draft, and take time to discuss Rob Gronkowski’s...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E12: Greatest Sports Films, Kyle Larson’s Suspension

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
April 15, 2020

This week on Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun welcome two guests at once for the first time, sports editor Robyn Dobson and fellow podcast host Brooke Uhlenhop, to discuss the greatest baseball and overall...

[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...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E11: Trump’s call with commissioners, MLB in May, Basketball Hall of Fame

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
April 8, 2020

This week on Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun discuss President Donald Trump’s conference call with sports commissioners and whether sports are ready to reopen. Specifically, they talk about whether the...

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DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E10: 2020 NFL Mock Draft with Mack and Shaun

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
April 1, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack and Shaun, the two break from their usual format to go over their picks in a mock draft for the first round of the NFL 2020 Draft. Music: Funkorama...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E9: NFL free agency, COVID-19 testing, Olympics postponement

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
March 25, 2020

On this episode of Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun sit down —  and log into SquadCast — to discuss perhaps the only thing still happening in pro sports, NFL free agency, as well as the spread of COVID-19...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E8: Coronavirus cancellations, NFL CBA and free agency

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
March 16, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack and Shaun, the two discuss the various sports world cancellations caused by the spread of coronavirus, how Shaun was in the Golden 1 Center when a...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E7: Tom Brady, Rockets’ Small Ball, Lakers’ Championship Chances

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
March 9, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage, Mack and Shaun discuss where Tom Brady might go if he chooses to leave New England after becoming a free agent for the first time in his career. Then, the two...

[Video] #SacStateSays: ‘What are you looking for in California’s primary election?’

Mack Ervin III
March 3, 2020

California has its earliest presidential primary date since 2008, and potential voters are not spoiled for choice. The biggest state in the country has 494 delegates at stake in the democratic nomination...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E6: NFL Combine, Harden vs. Giannis, Special Guest Jason Jones

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
March 2, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack and Shaun, the two discuss this year’s NFL Combine and whether it is truly necessary as well as the new NBA media feud between James Harden of the...

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...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E5: Kobe Bryant memories, NFL CBA talks, Wilder vs. Fury II

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, Garry Singh, and Robbie Pierce
February 24, 2020

For this week’s episode of Double Coverage, hosts Shaun Holkko and Mack Ervin III are joined by State Hornet staffer Garry Singh to discuss their favorite Kobe Bryant moments following his celebration...

#SacStateSays: ‘What are your thoughts on the Houston Astros’ cheating controversy?’

Students react to the Astros’ sign stealing
Luis Platero and Mack Ervin III
February 22, 2020

The State Hornet asked Sacramento State students what they think about the Houston Astros’ cheating scandal, the critical responses from players in the league and Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob...

Graphic courtesy of Angel Casillas

DOUBLE COVERAGE S1E4: All-Stars, Astros, Kings

Mack Ervin III, Shaun Holkko, and Robbie Pierce
February 18, 2020

On this week’s episode of Double Coverage with Mack Ervin III and Shaun Holkko, the duo discuss All-Star Weekend, the Astros scandal and the status of the Sacramento Kings franchise. Music: Funkorama...

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