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The California Faculty Association union represents 29,000 California State University employees who teach and provide services to students January 22, 2024. The CFA has sued the CSU for giving the EEOC employees’ personal contact information to comply with a subpoena. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Melon)
CFA sues CSU over federal subpoena for employee contact information
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Hive Insider: Grand openings, memorials and more
The Mexican flag rests beside the American flag on a colorful table during a Día de los Muertos celebration at Sacramento State Oct. 30, 2024. The annual campus event highlights traditions tied to Hispanic Heritage Month.
Sacramento’s Hispanic Heritage: 8 Facts That Bring the City to Life
State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
Sacramento State students are facing the country’s highest tariff rates since 1935. From student vendors to commuters, the consequences are being felt across campus (Photo courtesy of Sac State, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)
Rising costs, rising concerns: navigating price hikes and tariffs
The California Faculty Association union represents 29,000 California State University employees who teach and provide services to students January 22, 2024. The CFA has sued the CSU for giving the EEOC employees’ personal contact information to comply with a subpoena. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Melon)
CFA sues CSU over federal subpoena for employee contact information
Many people that oppose Assembly Bill 715 say the new bill could silence discussions on Israel and Palestine, while supporters call it a step against discrimination. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed AB 715 into California law on Tuesday, Oct. 7. (Graphic created in Canva by Andrea Rivera)
California bill that could limit classroom curriculums on sensitive topics signed into law
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)
Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students
Sac State has placed professor Anne Luna on leave and is reviewing her case for potential university honor code violations from a social media post on Sept. 10, 2025. The sociology professor allegedly celebrated Charlie Kirk’s assassination via Instagram, sparking controversy. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Mellon.)
Sac State professor on voluntary leave after Charlie Kirk post
Wileety Native American College Dean Annette Reed poses for a photo within the lounge area of the new WNAC space Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. She canceled her retirement to lead the new college.
Native American community celebrates dedicated college grand opening
Associated Students, Inc. employees at Sacramento State voted over the course of two days to form a union Thursday, May 8, 2025. The unionization comes after allegations of employee mistreatment and a protest on March 4. (Graphic created in Canva)
BREAKING: ASI workers vote to unionize
The ASI board elects at the announcement party April 18, 2025. The 16% voter turnout is the highest since 2004.
Sac State’s ASI election results announced with 16% voter turnout
The 2025 Sacramento State ASI election is here, with voting running from April 16-17. Voting can be conducted both online and in person in front of the university union. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace, photos courtesy of the ASI election candidates)
Meet the presidential candidates: ASI election 2025
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Hive Insider: Campus workers seek unionization, former Sacramento King becomes basketball head coach and DEI support challenges
ASI Student Engagement and Outreach office, where ASI employees work to promote programs and services Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Students and campus faculty have discussed forming a new union after multiple allegations of union-busting and discrimination were raised against ASI.
Campus workers seek to form union following allegations against ASI
A Sacramento State Police car along the American River Bike Trail after responding to a call Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024. Sac State PD released the Clery report last Tuesday, informing students of the rise in crime on and around campus.
Reports of campus crime rose over 200% since 2021, according to Clery Report
The Sacramento State Police Department issued a timely warning notice regarding a sexual battery case that occurred in Hornet Tunnel Tuesday, May 14. The investigation is ongoing and it is unknown if either party involved attends Sac State.
BREAKING: Sexual battery occurred in Hornet Tunnel
Sacramento State’s Police Department Deputy Chief Christina Lofthouse stands outside of the campus police department Wednesday, April 24. Lofthouse held a press conference regarding the assault and robbery of a male student on campus.
Assault of male student on campus believed to be targeted, campus police says
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
A fatal shooting and carjacking bring different feelings to Sac State students
The Sacramento Police Department responded to a shooting at the University and 65th Street light rail station around 3 p.m. Thursday, March 21, 2024. The suspects in the shooting allegedly carjacked someone at gunpoint nearby on Folsom Blvd, the car was found abandoned on campus in parking lot 2.
The near-campus shooting and carjacking: What we know
Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
Hombre con su bandera Mexicana en la ceremonia para el Grito de independencia en frente del Capitolio de Sacramento, lunes 15 de septiembre, 2025.
Una celebración del Día de la Independencia de México escalada
Carreño trabaja en su computadora portátil cerca de Sacramento Hall el martes 9 de septiembre de 2025. Dijo que, aunque a los estudiantes de primer año se les asignarán horarios a través de Hornet Launch, los estudiantes transferidos pueden quedarse atrás, ya que son los últimos en inscribirse en las clases.
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficientes clases: Los estudiantes luchan por las clases a medida que aumenta el número de estudiantes entrantes
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
A voice for the Latino community and an advocate for change
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Los estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan durante la protesta contra la inmigración que tuvo lugar el martes 11 de febrero de 2025 en el patio de la biblioteca. La protesta consistió en testimonios personales, discursos informativos y cánticos en apoyo a la comunidad inmigrante.
Estudiantes de Sac State se solidarizan con los inmigrantes indocumentados
La Universidad Estatal de Sacramento anunció una iniciativa que implementará el primer y más grande sistema universitario impulsado por IA. La CSU planea poner a disposición estas herramientas en las próximas semanas. (Gráfico hecho en Canva por Kai Arellano)
CSU anuncia iniciativa para crear un sistema universitario impulsado por inteligencia artificial
El presidente Luke Wood habla en un ayuntamiento sobre aumento de tarifas en University Union el jueves 15 de agosto de 2024. Al anunciar los aumentos de tarifas, Wood dijo que los fondos adicionales respaldarían mejoras en la vida estudiantil en Sac State.
Presidente de Sac State Luke Wood anuncia 4 de 5 incrementos aprobados para tarifas estudiantiles
El Centro de Servicios Estudiantiles está localizado en Lassen Hall. El centro está aceptando a estudiantes que siguen esperando ayuda financiera el 9 de septiembre, 2024. Con préstamos de FAFSA siendo retrasados debido a cambios del sistema, los estudiantes han buscado ayuda en las oficinas de servicio financiero de Lassen Hall.
Cambios y retrasos de FAFSA amenazan a los estudiantes financieramente vulnerables de Sac State.
Un grupo de personas marchando el 22 de febrero de 2025, llevando banderas de México. La multitud se dirige hacia el Capitolio y la sede de ICE en Sacramento.
Protesta ‘Aquí Estamos’ reunió a la comunidad en apoyo a los derechos de los inmigrantes
El Capitolio del Estado de California con mariposas monarcas alrededor. Estas mariposas simbolizan y se asocian con los dreamers. El Acto de Oportunidad Para Todos se refiere al proyecto de ley AB 2586 que fue rechazada por el gobernador de California Gavin Newsom el 22 de septiembre de 2024. (Foto de PictureLake vía Getty Images, gráfico hecho en Canva por Martiza Ascencion)
Gobernador Newsom rechaza un proyecto de ley que apoya estudiantes indocumentados
Bailarinas dan una actuación de un baile folklórico de Jalisco el 5 de Octubre de 2024. La Banda Purembe tocaba música mexicana tradicional en el escenario atrás. (creado en Canva por Maritza Ascencion)
La Cultura Hispana Toma Vuelo en ‘Raíces MonarCA’
Estudiantes de Sac State bailan danzas folklóricas en La Bienvenida el 18 de Septiembre, 2024. Esta danza fue una de las formas de honrar la cultura hispana durante La Bienvenida.
Estudiantes de Sac State se sienten bienvenidos en “La Bienvenida”
Vincenzo Rodriguez y Asher Franco-Carreño platican con estudiantes de la Universidad Estatal de Sacramento durante la Bienvenida Queer en el salón de baile de la Unión Universitaria, el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Rodríguez y Francro-Carreño dijeron que aprovechan de muchos recursos en Sac State incluyendo el Pride Center.
La Bienvenida Queer celebra un nuevo año escolar
Launching the ball down the field in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho, redshirt junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier has been vital for the Hornets this season Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2025. Palmatier made 10 saves in the 6-0 defeat to Weber State on Oct. 12.
Nightmare on Weber Street: Hornets receive thrashing from the Wildcats
Victoria Marthaler celebrating with Greta Davis Sept. 20, 2025. The Hornets will be back at home Thursday at 7 p.m. against Montana.
The North Remembers: Hornets fall to Northern Colorado and Northern Arizona
Junior forward Zac Giles sends in a freekick in a match at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Sac State fell short of their comeback efforts by a score of 1-0.
Run down in Riverside: Hornets collapse against the Highlanders
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
GALLERY: Sacramento State Basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams finds open field against Mercyhurst Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Williams led the Hornets in rushing yards and scored three touchdowns to sink Weber State on Saturday.
Shock Therapy: Sac State bounces back with blowout win over Weber State
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
GALLERY: Sacramento State Basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts
Sac State Says: New Coaches, New Era? Sac State students share their thoughts
Sac State men’s basketball head coach Mike Bibby returns to Sacramento 24 years after making his debut with the Sacramento Kings. Bibby looks to bring life to what has been a struggling program.
From Jesters to Royalty: Kings legend Mike Bibby is all in on Hornet hoops
Sac State men's basketball hired Shaquille O'Neal to become their first general manager in a voluntary capacity. Here are some reactions from social media. (Graphic made in Canva by Jack Freeman)
Social media reacts to Sac State hiring Shaquille O’Neal as new voluntary general manager of men’s basketball
Redshirt sophomore Jakob Poturnak clinks helmets with his teammates Thursday, April 17, 2025. Poturnak had 10 hits, including a home run, over the 3-game series against GCU.
Hornets go antelope hunting in the high desert, return with first place in hand
Senior right fielder Ryan Christiansen reaches second on a double against the Highlanders Friday, April 25, 2025. Christiansen scored four RBIs against Riverside, thanks to an RBI single and a 2-run homer.
Hornets finish marathon week 3-2 after sweeping Highlanders
Senior outfielder Tyler White walks back to the dugout after the end of an inning against Seattle University Saturday, April 12, 2025. White had three RBIs to go along with three hits, propelling the Hornets to a near-comeback.
Sac State finds themselves lost in the shadow of snowy Sierras in double-digit defeat
Senior center fielder Tyler White’s teammates cheer for the batter after he reaches on a hit by pitch Saturday, April 19, 2025. White went 2-8 against the Lancers but had an RBI in each of the final two games of the series.
Hornets bring out the cavalry in series win against Lancers
Senior center fielder Tyler White stands ready at the plate Saturday, April 12, 2025. White went 2-5 against Davis, while scoring three runs on a dagger home run in the ninth inning.
Hornets take Aggies out to pasture in revenge win against Causeway rivals
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams finds open field against Mercyhurst Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Williams led the Hornets in rushing yards and scored three touchdowns to sink Weber State on Saturday.
Shock Therapy: Sac State bounces back with blowout win over Weber State
Senior Sam Adams II, sophomore Damian Henderson II and senior Rodney Hammond, Jr who all embrace after a running back pass touchdown from Hammond, Jr to Adams II against Cal Poly Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The trio, Sacramento State’s three-headed monster at the running back position, helped contribute 230 rushing yards in a loss versus Cal Poly.
Sac State sets sights high against Weber State after a bye week
Junior safety Koa Akui celebrates his interception in Sac State’s loss to Nevada Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. Akui has a total of 3 interceptions this season.
Big Island to Big Sky: Koa Akui starts the season with a bang
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams dances between defenders Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. Williams threw three interceptions, one of which was returned for a touchdown.
A Mustang Stampede: Sac State can’t contain a potent Cal Poly ground game
Junior quarterback Cardell Williams and sophomore running back Damian Henderson II embrace after a successful drive against Central Arkansas Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025. Both contributed on the ground, with Henderson adding 141 yards and Williams adding in 66 of his own, for the majority of the 274 yards rushed against Central Arkansas.
High-riding Hornets prepare to take on the Mustangs
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
Launching the ball down the field in the 2-0 defeat to Idaho, redshirt junior goalkeeper Izzy Palmatier has been vital for the Hornets this season Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2025. Palmatier made 10 saves in the 6-0 defeat to Weber State on Oct. 12.
Nightmare on Weber Street: Hornets receive thrashing from the Wildcats
Junior forward Zac Giles sends in a freekick in a match at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. Sac State fell short of their comeback efforts by a score of 1-0.
Run down in Riverside: Hornets collapse against the Highlanders
Junior forward Micaela Romo getting ready to strike the ball in the 5-0 victory against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Sacramento State failed to continue their attacking prowess against Idaho State as they lost to the Bengals 3-0 in Idaho on Oct. 9.
Warning, wildlife ahead: Hornets get mauled by the Bengals in Idaho
Junior defender Nick Strangio dribbles up the pitch at home against CSU Bakersfield, Wednesday, Oct. 1, 2025. The Hornets would fall to the Roadrunners by a score of 1-0.
Hornets escape the Matadors’ cape to force a late game draw
Embraced by her teammates, freshman defender Aryana Martinez gets her first goal with the Hornets against Eastern Washington Sunday, Oct. 5, 2025. Stepping up due to injuries, Martinez has been vital for the Hornets this season.
Did you hear that? Hornets set off explosion with five-goal blowout
Junior outfielder Faith Epperson yells in celebration after stealing third base Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Sac State won this game soundly, ending 9-1 against Pacific.
Bats as hot as the weather: Hornets win big versus Pacific
The Hornets celebrate one of their 26 runs Friday, April 25, 2025. Sac State added 38 runs total in its weekend sweep of Montana.
Sac State freshmen lead the way in series sweep versus Montana
Freshman third baseman Madison Evers-Lyles gets ready to make a play towards first base for an out Friday, April 18, 2025. The Hornets split on this day, but Evers-Lyles dominated, adding in two runs and a home run on the day.
A bright spot in a series loss: Hornets’ head coach wins her 300th game
Junior outfielder Lafulafu Malepeai lines up to bat against Northern Colorado Saturday, April 12, 2025. Malepeai was vital in Sacramento State’s sweep of Northern Colorado.
Taking honey from a Bear: Sac State sweeps Northern Colorado
Junior pitcher Danyelle Leone throws a pitch vs Fresno State Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Her two strikeouts helped in the Hornets’ 3-2 comeback win.
Sac State brings the momentum home, dominating on the road before beating Fresno State
Freshman forward Summah Hanson, distance runner Brandon Moreno, sophomores Kara Houghton and guard Benthe Versteeg, junior Zoe Ewell and senior third baseman Lewa Day all broke individual and season records in February of the spring semester. Six total records were broken by the Hornets and three more were tied. (Photos by Brionna Woody and Rinn Lee, photos courtesy of Sac State Athletics and Rhianna Kahley / NAU Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Ryan Lorenz)
Sac State finishes a month full of records
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Swarm Report Week 2: Women’s Golf tournament victory, Football’s Historic Start & More
Sacramento State track and field throwers Shantel Nnaji (left) and Erin Whelan (right) pose in front of Tahoe Hall Friday, April 29, 2022. Both have made their names in Sac State track and field history through succeeding in record-breaking throws.
Breaking Sac State records two throwers at a time
Sacramento State Sophomore sprinter LaTrouchka Duke poses at Hornet Stadium track on Thursday, April 21, 2022. Duke has recently placed second in the 60 meter Big Sky championship finale.
Sac State Track and Field sophomore sprinter makes strong return
Devonn Johnson and teammate keep the lead on San Jose State at Sacramento State's Hornet Invitational at Hornet Stadium on Saturday March 20, 2021. Sacramento State’s relay team placed second against San Jose.
Photo Gallery: Sac State Track and field team hosts Hornet Invitational
Freshman Gur Libal stands ready to return an oncoming ball Thursday, April 26, 2025. Sac State lost to Montana 4-0 in the Big Sky Conference Tournament in Phoenix, Arizona.
Putting the season behind them, men’s tennis looks ahead to a bright future
Sacramento State Hornets raise the trophy as back-to-back champions Saturday, April 26, 2025. The Hornets swept in both the semifinals and the finals, moving to the NCAA Tournament where they’ll face the California Golden Bears.
Championship ace in a familiar place: Hornets raise the trophy once again
Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return an oncoming ball from Montana State with a forehand motion Friday, March 21, 2025. Walker won her match at second singles, contributing to the 7-0 sweep against their Big Sky opponent.
Sac State looks for second ring as they attempt to answer the call
Sophomore Henry Lamchinniah returns with a backhand swing against UC Davis Friday, Feb. 14, 2025. Lamchinniah went on to lose the singles match at first, and the Hornets lost 1-4 against the Aggies.
Sac State reloads, not rebuilds, in youth-driven title defense
Sophomore Reese Walker sets up to return the oncoming ball with a forehand motion against Grand Canyon University Saturday, April 12, 2025. The sophomore’s match went unfinished, as the Hornets acquired three straight singles wins to complete the 4-0 sweep.
Cross Court Chronicles: Quick wins, sweet sweeps
Victoria Marthaler celebrating with Greta Davis Sept. 20, 2025. The Hornets will be back at home Thursday at 7 p.m. against Montana.
The North Remembers: Hornets fall to Northern Colorado and Northern Arizona
Victoria Marthaler goes up to attack the ball against Weber State Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The win against the Wildcats was the first of their two conference wins.
Victoria Marthaler’s career night lifts the Hornets over Portland State
Weber State players attempt to block a shot from Sophomore outside hitter Victoria Marthaler Sept. 28, 2025. Sac State swept the Wildcats 3-0, with Marthaler leading the way with 18 kills.
Sac State splits first two Big Sky matchups in hard fought battles
Senior middle blocker Ashlynn Archer goes up for a kill against Pacific Friday, Sept. 19, 2025. Archer finished the game with 13 kills.
The Hornets keep The Nest abuzz and win the Central Cal Challenge at home
The Hornets share a moment together during their last home tournament at The Nest Friday, Aug. 29, 2025. The Hornets went 0-3 but have another chance to improve their home record on Sept. 18, as they kick off the Central Cal Challenge. (Photo courtesy of Bob Solorio / Sacramento State Athletics)
Sac State serves up a 2-1 weekend in their Beantown debut
“Memento Vivere” featured a variety of art pieces created by the talented Kristeen Jardeleza Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. She brilliantly blended deep thought and self-reflection into one breathtaking exhibit for viewers to make connections and reflect on, while exploring the profound reality of limited time and cherished moments.
‘Memento Vivere’ art gallery at Sac State invites students to reflect on mortality and limited time
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Theatre Rats REDUX Ep1: A Walk Through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’
Crowds push, pull and clamor over each other as they watch a performance at Aftershock 2025 in Discovery Park Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. Performances included genres like hardcore, emo, hard rock, nu-metal and many others throughout the festival. (Photo courtesy of Nathan Zucker)
As above, so below: Aftershock 2025 unleashes underground and up-and-coming rockstars
“One Battle After Another” sets California against a backdrop of a revolution in the streets. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as an unconventional and unhinged lead role that is very different from his conventional work as an actor. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures and graphic made in Canva by Omid Manavirad)
Bullet holes and bank rolls: ‘One Battle After Another’ is an emotional epic
“The Life of a Showgirl,” Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, was released Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The album showcases classic radio pop music with funky, unique beats, similar to Swift's older albums. (Graphic created in Canva by Claire Harrell)
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ adds fun pop to its ‘Wi$h Li$t’
“Memento Vivere” featured a variety of art pieces created by the talented Kristeen Jardeleza Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025. She brilliantly blended deep thought and self-reflection into one breathtaking exhibit for viewers to make connections and reflect on, while exploring the profound reality of limited time and cherished moments.
‘Memento Vivere’ art gallery at Sac State invites students to reflect on mortality and limited time
A child’s stained comforter is strewn with shards of plates at the “Step Into Gaza” exhibit at the Student Union’s Summit room, Oct. 7, 2025. The comforter was meant to represent belongings of children left behind in Gaza.
Step into Gaza: Inside the Students for Justice in Palestine’s October 7 exhibit
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
The Pop-Up Shop is located on the first floor of the University Union near the Southwest entrance Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025. Clothes, vintage video games, art, jewelry and more are sold in the shop.
Student-owned businesses pop into the Student Union
Terra Madre Americas attendees enjoy the indoor market at Sacramento’s SAFE Credit Union Convention Center Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. Inside, people got to browse different vendors giving out samples of food from farmers and chefs.
Flavor and Tradition: Terra Madre Americas celebrates farming food culture
Crowds gather at the Our Street Night Market to grab a bite, listen to beats and enjoy the vibes Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. From food trucks to live DJ sets, there were various ways to experience downtown nightlife.
Downtown after dark: Our Street Market returned to celebrate Sacramento culture
Having dietary restrictions isn’t a reason not to enjoy good food! Find out about five local Sacramento restaurants and the delicious meals they serve, accommodating everything from vegan to gluten-free options. (Graphic made in Canva)
Alternative restaurants for your dietary needs
Alex Blaise, also known as SacBoyEats, enjoys a moment with a coffee in hand. The candid shot captures his enthusiasm for local coffee shops, a key part of his mission to celebrate Sacramento’s diverse food scene and local eateries. (Photo courtesy of Erin Blaise)
Mentor and food blogger uplifts Sacramento students and small businesses
Chef Aguilar and Chef Villanueva display their dishes for this year’s Battle of the Chefs competition Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. Only one of the chefs will move on to the final round at the University of New Mexico after judges decide on a winner.
Knives out: Chefs enter semi-finals in a heated culinary clash
Crowds push, pull and clamor over each other as they watch a performance at Aftershock 2025 in Discovery Park Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. Performances included genres like hardcore, emo, hard rock, nu-metal and many others throughout the festival. (Photo courtesy of Nathan Zucker)
As above, so below: Aftershock 2025 unleashes underground and up-and-coming rockstars
“The Life of a Showgirl,” Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, was released Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The album showcases classic radio pop music with funky, unique beats, similar to Swift's older albums. (Graphic created in Canva by Claire Harrell)
‘The Life of a Showgirl’ adds fun pop to its ‘Wi$h Li$t’
Yue, singer from Lapillus, signs off with a pose after finishing her “Burn With Love” performance in the University Union ballroom Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. Yue took in the applause of the crowd before heading off the stage.
Second annual K-pop Night hits all the right notes
Aftershock, dubbed the “West Coast’s largest rock, punk and metal festival,” makes a grand return to Sacramento, starting Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025. The festival is conveniently located in Discovery Park at 1600 Garden Highway, near the meeting points of the American and Sacramento Rivers. (Photo courtesy of Samuel Shapiro)
ARE YOU READY? Here’s your official guide to Aftershock 2025
Sacramento History Museum presented “The West End Blues: A Sacramento Jazzstory,” Thursday, Sept. 11, 2025, featuring Harley White Jr. Orchestra as performers. The concert featured a multimedia aspect, as a slideshow displayed vintage photos and text. (Photo courtesy of Sacramento History Museum)
‘The West End Blues’: Sacramento’s Hidden Jazz Story
Mike Infante posed for the camera in front of greenery at Sacramento State March 28, 2025. Infante gained media attention through performing in bodybuilding competitions and has since made it to the big screen playing Nick in the recently released “Freaky Tales.”
From curtain call to camera roll: Sac State student, actor and disability advocate makes Hollywood debut
Nate Duke Lopez as Christopher Boone reaching upward in the Playwrights’ Theatre on March 18, 2025. The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time delves into the story of a 15-year-old neurodivergent boy as he goes on a journey to solve unexpected mysteries. (Photo by Charr Crail)
‘Does that mean I can do anything?’: Sac State play aims to demystify neurodivergency
The promo art for “When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story” displays a picture of Eva Rutland holding the hands of her eldest daughters, Ginger and Patty-Jo. Most of Eva Rutland’s children were mentioned but never directly shown in the show, since only six actors comprised the cast. (Photo Courtesy of The Guild Theater)
‘When We Were Colored: A Mother’s Story’ flips the script on Black theater narratives
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
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Theatre Rats REDUX Ep1: A Walk Through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’
“One Battle After Another” sets California against a backdrop of a revolution in the streets. Leonardo DiCaprio stars as an unconventional and unhinged lead role that is very different from his conventional work as an actor. (Photo courtesy of Warner Bros. Pictures and graphic made in Canva by Omid Manavirad)
Bullet holes and bank rolls: ‘One Battle After Another’ is an emotional epic
Adam Piron, the Director of the Indigenous Program at the Sundance Institute (left), Roberto Fatal, director of “En Memoria” (middle) and Quinne Larson, the director of “Field Recording” (right), discuss important topics regarding Indigenous films during the panel Saturday, Sept. 27, 2025. The audience prompted questions for the panel members, providing the audience with an interactive experience following the film viewing.
Culture in motion: The Sundance Institute brings Indigenous film to Sacramento
Francis Lawrence’s adaptation of Stephen King’s “The Long Walk” was released in theaters Friday, Sept. 12, 2025. The film stars Cooper Hoffman, David Jonsson and Mark Hamil. (Photo courtesy of Lionsgate, graphic made in photoshop by Eli Keller)
Beauty in the bleak: ‘The Long Walk’ adaptation perfectly captures the Stephen King paradox
“Honey Don’t!” was released in theaters August 22, 2025. The film stars Margaret Qualley, Aubrey Plaza, Chris Evans, Charlie Day and Lera Abova. (Photo courtesy of Focus Features. Graphic created in Canva)
Ethan Coen’s sunbaked neo-noir ‘Honey Don’t!’ is a messy mystery
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State Students and Alumni Spotlight the Significance of Folklórico
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State Students and Alumni Spotlight the Significance of Folklórico
Conchas and Culture: A bite of Hispanic heritage
Conchas and Culture: A bite of Hispanic heritage
The California Faculty Association union represents 29,000 California State University employees who teach and provide services to students January 22, 2024. The CFA has sued the CSU for giving the EEOC employees’ personal contact information to comply with a subpoena. (Graphic created in Canva by Molly Melon)
CFA sues CSU over federal subpoena for employee contact information
The Mexican flag rests beside the American flag on a colorful table during a Día de los Muertos celebration at Sacramento State Oct. 30, 2024. The annual campus event highlights traditions tied to Hispanic Heritage Month.
Sacramento’s Hispanic Heritage: 8 Facts That Bring the City to Life
Senator Sasha Renée Pérez, the sponsor of Senate Bill 98, speaks on the Senate floor Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2025. Pérez is responsible for sponsoring two of the five bills in the package signed by the governor. (Graphic made in Canva by Aaron Smith)
Gavin Newsom signs bill creating new protections for undocumented students
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State Students and Alumni Spotlight the Significance of Folklórico
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State Students and Alumni Spotlight the Significance of Folklórico
Conchas and Culture: A bite of Hispanic heritage
Conchas and Culture: A bite of Hispanic heritage
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
GALLERY: Sacramento State Basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
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Theatre Rats REDUX Ep1: A Walk Through Lin-Manuel Miranda’s ‘In The Heights’
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Hive Insider: Grand openings, memorials and more
State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
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Hive Insider: WEUSI festival, limited class availability and more
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: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA
State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate
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State Hornet Buzzed: Hispanic Heritage Month special, Growing up in Hispanic and Latinx culture
Newsletter editor Odin Rasco, opinion editor Kris Hall and audience engagement staffer Krys Shahin debate the worthiness of Scooby-Doo being named the best movie franchise in the 2022 edition of State Hornet March Madness. Scooby-Doo beat out the MCU in the finals by a wide margin. (Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)
Ruh Roh? Recapping the madness of State Hornet March Madness 2022: STATE HORNET BUZZED
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
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The best and worst cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Factory: STATE HORNET BUZZED
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
Sac State ha reafirmado su apoyo a los estudiantes inmigrantes e indocumentados al brindar información y apoyo a sus estudiantes, profesores y personal. El campus ofrece diversas formas de apoyo a través de páginas web, servicios legales, centros de recursos y consejería. (Gráfico creado en Canva por Omid Manavirad)
Preguntas Frecuentes: ¿Qué hacer si ICE viene a Sac State?
Hombre con su bandera Mexicana en la ceremonia para el Grito de independencia en frente del Capitolio de Sacramento, lunes 15 de septiembre, 2025.
Una celebración del Día de la Independencia de México escalada
Carreño trabaja en su computadora portátil cerca de Sacramento Hall el martes 9 de septiembre de 2025. Dijo que, aunque a los estudiantes de primer año se les asignarán horarios a través de Hornet Launch, los estudiantes transferidos pueden quedarse atrás, ya que son los últimos en inscribirse en las clases.
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficientes clases: Los estudiantes luchan por las clases a medida que aumenta el número de estudiantes entrantes
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
Una voz para la comunidad latina y un defensor del cambio
Jamarie Crawford posa con banderas de campo latinas en el aula de Casa de Español el 22 de marzo de 2025. Crawford creó su sesión de fotos "Latinos Unidos" para demostrar la capacidad de recuperación latina. (Foto de Ramon Rodriguez)
A voice for the Latino community and an advocate for change
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State Students and Alumni Spotlight the Significance of Folklórico
Dancing Through Heritage: Sac State Students and Alumni Spotlight the Significance of Folklórico
Conchas and Culture: A bite of Hispanic heritage
Conchas and Culture: A bite of Hispanic heritage
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Beyond the Buzzer: Mikey Williams
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories
Women’s freshman guard Jamiah Fontenberry and men’s sophomore guard Mikey Williams take the Hornet Madness floor Friday, Oct. 10, 2025. Hornet Madness was the final Sacramento State basketball event at The Nest.
GALLERY: Sacramento State Basketball ends The Nest era with Hornet Madness
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Studio Art alumna Amari Moore works on her mural, carefully painting fine details on her sunflower on the south wall of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025. She will exhibit her other works at the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum in October.
A new vibrant splash of color adorns campus walls
References to toppling royalty were abundant in signs held by No Kings Day protestors Saturday, June 14, 2025. The crowd began forming in front of the Capitol at 10 a.m. and continued until the crowd began to disperse around 1 p.m..
GALLERY: Thousands gather at State Capitol for “No Kings Day” protest
Students held a banner at the front of the Out of the Darkness Walk Thursday, April 10, 2025. The banner stated the name of the event.
GALLERY: Students come together for annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk
Senior guard Jackson Slater jumps during pro day Monday, March 31, 2025. Slater reached a 32.5” vertical, his best in the pre-draft process.
GALLERY: Sac State football shows out on pro day
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College of Engineering and Computer Science hosting Career Day

Russell Preston • February 22, 2012

The College of Engineering and Computer Science is holding a career day on March 2 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the University Union Ballroom for students to make connections with a variety of science or engineering...

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