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Jen Kober performs stand-up at Sacramento State on Thursday in the University Union.

[Photo] Q&A: Comedian Jen Kober talks comedy, road rage, great bad movies and Yoo Hoo chocolate drink

State Hornet Staff
March 8, 2013

Jen Kober performs stand-up at Sacramento State on Thursday in the University Union.

Breaking avian news: Wild turkeys flock to Sacramento State

Robert Linggi
February 26, 2013

A flock of wild turkeys has been spotted roosting in a tree near Capistrano Hall, and generally strutting around campus like they own the place. About a dozen hens and one male were seen earlier this morning...

Hornet's Joey Quigley powers to the basket for a shot during tonight's game.

[Photo] Hornets start conference season on a high note

State Hornet Staff
December 19, 2012

Hornet's Joey Quigley powers to the basket for a shot during tonight's game.

Man arrested near Riverside Hall, police say armed and unstable

Robert Linggi
December 5, 2012

An unidentified man was detained by campus police today in front of Riverside Hall for alleged mental instability. “A student called in saying that there was a guy acting kind of weird on the Library...

Prop. 30 gives necessary funds

Robert Linggi
October 16, 2012

Proposition 30’s passage in California’s 2012 general election would prevent about $21 million in cuts to Sacramento State, said Sac State’s President Alexander Gonzalez at a Proposition 30 forum...

Bike trail links students with exercise and fun

Robert Linggi
September 11, 2012

Sacramento State students looking to have fun around campus can look no farther than the American River Bike Trail. The trail is useful for more than recreation and transportation and provides access to...

What do we wish we knew about college our first year?

Robert Linggi
August 28, 2012

First and most importantly, you’re going to have a great time. College will be the time of your life when you’re most alive. That’s right, it’s all downhill from here on out. So, enjoy your few...

Michael Kwong, senior environmental studies major, bundles wild spinach.

[Photo] Sac State’s first farmers market a success among campus community

Maikalina Madali
April 24, 2012

Michael Kwong, senior environmental studies major, bundles wild spinach.

MMA Club gets lift from funding

Robert Linggi
April 17, 2012

One of Sacramento State’s newer clubs is teaching students how to get a workout while defending themselves at the same time. Club president Drew Verdi formed the Sacramento State Mixed Martial Arts Club...

More than 500 students, faculty, staff and alumni participated in the annual Sac State 5K Fun Run on April 28, 2011. The course went through the Guy West Bridge and past the stadium and the Well.

[Photo] The Well prepares for Sac State 5K Fun Run

Alyssa Sanguinetti
April 13, 2012

More than 500 students, faculty, staff and alumni participated in the annual Sac State 5K Fun Run on April 28, 2011. The course went through the Guy West Bridge and past the stadium and the Well.

Cori Williams, group fitness instructor at The Well, teaches
Zumba, one of The Well's most popular fitness classes. 

[Photo] Well’s classes growing popular on campus

Elisha Angrisani
February 8, 2012

Cori Williams, group fitness instructor at The Well, teaches Zumba, one of The Well's most popular fitness classes. 


Brian Leu, equity trader at
CalPERS, addresses the audience during the economy forecast held at
Sac State.

[Photo] Sacramento region’s economy forecast looks optimistic

Russell Preston
February 1, 2012

Brian Leu, equity trader at CalPERS, addresses the audience during the economy forecast held at Sac State.

Graduate student Jennifer Jim plays second violin during
rehearsal in Capistrano Hall.

[Photo] The String Project develops musical skills

Janice Daniels
December 7, 2011

The children who are part of Sacramento State's String Project rehearse on Monday night. The String Project serves as a music education program for underprivileged, local schools.

Paris’ Found Items and Prices
Suede jumpsuit: $5.80Fundamental floral blazer $1.60Belt $1.80Liz Claiborne shoes $1.80Unknown brand bracelet $1.00Lizwear jeans $0.80M Sport tank-top $0.80Radcliffe Blazer $2.40Kathie Lee purse $2.00Bandolino lace-up shoes: $2.80

Paris Carswell

Robert Linggi
November 29, 2011

Paris’ Found Items and Prices Suede jumpsuit: $5.80Fundamental floral blazer $1.60Belt $1.80Liz Claiborne shoes $1.80Unknown brand bracelet $1.00Lizwear jeans $0.80M Sport tank-top $0.80Radcliffe Blazer...

Courtney Owen

Robert Linggi
November 29, 2011

Courtney’s Found Items and Prices Herman Geist tweed blazer  $1.60Lands’ End wool blazer: $2.80Herman Geist grey coat: $1.80Guess jeans: $2.60J.G. Hook blue blazer $1.60Mossimo shirt: $1.00Liz Claiborne...

Chanel Saidi

Robert Linggi
November 29, 2011

Chanel’s Found Items and Prices Napapijri geographic polo $0.80Ralph Lauren ¾-length polo: $1.60The Jack Set blazer $1.80Herman Geist coat $3.80Lauren by Ralph Lauren sweater $2.60Georgiou Studio Suit...

Blood is found at the bottom of a staircase near the levee after
today's shooting behind the College Town/University Village
apartment complex.

[Photo] Confirmed shooting behind off-campus apartment complex

Robert Linggi and Mitchell Wilson
November 14, 2011

Blood is found at the bottom of a staircase near the levee after today's shooting behind the College Town/University Village apartment complex.

At a four-car accident on College Town Drive, Matthew Light of
the Sacramento State Police Department blocks traffic and collects
information from all the students involved with the accident.

[Photo] Pair of traffic collisions near Sac State involve seven vehicles

Mitchell Wilson and Sean Keister
October 5, 2011

At a four-car accident on College Town Drive, Matthew Light of the Sacramento State Police Department blocks traffic and collects information from all the students involved with the accident.

Brandt, in blue, and Tyler, in orange, play with building blocks
as their student teacher, Caitlin, assists them. 

[Photo] Children’s Center gets accreditation for efforts

Ivy McDonald
September 20, 2011

Brandt, in blue, and Tyler, in orange, play with building blocks as their student teacher, Caitlin, assists them. 

Comedy magician Brian Brushwood struggles to escape from a
straightjacket during Thursday’s show in the University Union
Ballroom.

[Photo] Big success with ‘Bizarre’ magic

State Hornet Staff
September 13, 2011

Comedy magician Brian Brushwood struggles to escape from a straightjacket during Thursday’s show in the University Union Ballroom.

Dancers perform “Forgive me,” by Windy Kahana.

[Photo] The talent behind ‘Dance House’

State Hornet Staff
September 6, 2011

Dancers perform “Forgive me,” by Windy Kahana.

Student protesters occupy the lobby of Sacramento Hall on Thursday night.

[Photo] Spring 2011 semester in review

Brett Johnson and Sean Keister
May 31, 2011

Student protesters occupy the lobby of Sacramento Hall on Thursday night.

Quad teeter-totter raises funds for Japan and Argentina

Robert Linggi
May 10, 2011

Rotaract at Sacramento State hosted its second annual 24-hour Teeter-Totter-A-Thon to raise funds for Japanese tsunami survivors and an Argentine high school.Rotaract at Sac State is a student philanthropy...

Newly elected ASI president Laura Gonzalez celebrates after being voted for the 2011-2012 school year. Gonzalez won with 38.69 percent of the vote.

[Photo] CSUS welcomes future leaders

Yvette Villasenor
May 3, 2011

Newly elected ASI president Laura Gonzalez celebrates after being voted for the 2011-2012 school year. Gonzalez won with 38.69 percent of the vote.

Spectators cheer for runners at the finish line of the Sac State 5K Fun Run on Thursday.

[Photo] Campus becomes course for Sac State’s Fun Run

State Hornet Staff
May 3, 2011

Spectators cheer for runners at the finish line of the Sac State 5K Fun Run on Thursday.

Student protestors spend night in Sacramento Hall:Student protesters spend the night in the lobby of Sacramento Hall to protest CSU budget cuts. Protestors met with Sac State president Alexander Gonzalez this morning to discuss proposed changes.:Robert Linggi - State Hornet

[Photo] Students reach plan of action for administration

Mallory Fites
April 19, 2011

Student protestors spend night in Sacramento Hall:Student protesters spend the night in the lobby of Sacramento Hall to protest CSU budget cuts. Protestors met with Sac State president Alexander Gonzalez...

Ileana Grates, candidate for director of business, stands next to her graffitied campaign sign outside the University Library.

[Photo] Campaign signs vandalized

Benjamin R. Schilter
April 19, 2011

Ileana Grates, candidate for director of business, stands next to her graffitied campaign sign outside the University Library.

The Wiz: Dorothy, played by theater major Ashli Fisher, sings during one of the main musical numbers ?Soon as I Get Home.? The yellow figures behind her represent the Yellow Brick Road. :Robert Linggi - State Hornet

[Photo] ?The Wiz? modernizes classic tale

Mallory Fites
April 12, 2011

The Wiz: Dorothy, played by theater major Ashli Fisher, sings during one of the main musical numbers ?Soon as I Get Home.? The yellow figures behind her represent the Yellow Brick Road. :Robert Linggi...

Students participate in hypnotist show:Sacramento State students use their shoes as a way to listen to music during Tom Deluca?s hypnotist show on Thursday. Students also went in front of the crowd and performed as cheerleaders and singers.:Nicole Lundgren - State Hornet

[Photo] Sacramento State gets hypnotized

Brett Johnson
February 23, 2011

Students participate in hypnotist show:Sacramento State students use their shoes as a way to listen to music during Tom Deluca?s hypnotist show on Thursday. Students also went in front of the crowd and...

Volunteer pushes autistic child on swing:Volunteer Mandy pushes Will on a swing during a volunteer program for children with autism set up by professor Scott Modell in Solano Hall.:Robert Linggi - State Hornet

[Photo] Professor assists children with intellectual disabilities

Brett Johnson
February 23, 2011

Volunteer pushes autistic child on swing:Volunteer Mandy pushes Will on a swing during a volunteer program for children with autism set up by professor Scott Modell in Solano Hall.:Robert Linggi - State...

jessa carlson rowing:Senior coxswain Jessa Carlson is considered the captain of her team?s boat during meets.:Robert Linggi - State Hornet

[Photo] Coxswain takes charge her senior year

Cassie Kolias
December 1, 2010

jessa carlson rowing:Senior coxswain Jessa Carlson is considered the captain of her team?s boat during meets.:Robert Linggi - State Hornet

Big Sky Conference Team:Goalie Savannah Abercrombie was one of nine players to be voted to the all-Big Sky Conference team. Abercrombie recorded 23 shutouts throughout the season.:Brittany Bradley

[Photo] Players, coach honored with all-Big Sky Conference team

Matt Harrington
November 17, 2010

Big Sky Conference Team:Goalie Savannah Abercrombie was one of nine players to be voted to the all-Big Sky Conference team. Abercrombie recorded 23 shutouts throughout the season.:Brittany Bradley

homecoming1:The football team celebrates with the Marching Band, singing the Hornet Fight Song after the 42-7 victory over Northern Colorado University. The Hornets are 5-0 all-time against the Bears. :Robert Linggi - State Hornet

[Photo] Homecoming for all ages

Matt Harrington
October 12, 2010

homecoming1:The football team celebrates with the Marching Band, singing the Hornet Fight Song after the 42-7 victory over Northern Colorado University. The Hornets are 5-0 all-time against the Bears....

Fishing pair hooks West Regional

Robert Linggi
October 12, 2010

Robert Matsuura and Peter Lee of the Sacramento State Bass Club won the Forrest L. Wood College Fishing Western Regional Championship, an event held Thursday through Sunday at Folsom Lake. Matsuura and...

herberholz1:Barbara Herberholz chats about her husband as she shares a book and photos of his artwork at her Gold River home on Monday.:Robert Linggi - State Hornet

[Photo] Memorial honors late CSUS professor Don Herberholz

Tzahuiztil Sanchez
October 5, 2010

herberholz1:Barbara Herberholz chats about her husband as she shares a book and photos of his artwork at her Gold River home on Monday.:Robert Linggi - State Hornet

Traffic group gets grant

Robert Linggi
March 3, 2010

The Institute of Traffic Engineers, a club at Sacramento State, was recently awarded a grant for its work involving traffic data collection at a local high school. The institute, a club for students interested...

SLIDESHOW: Rainy day and bikinis

Robert Linggi
March 2, 2010

div.imageRight,div.imagetop{display:none;} Rainy days on campus are an inconvenience, but they can also be quite interesting. March 2nd was one of those interesting days. The Union flooded, it rained sideways,...

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