Newsletter AD Fall 2025
The student news site of Sacramento State University

The State Hornet
The State Hornet sat down with President Luke Wood on Tuesday, Dec. 15 to explore campus growth opportunities, class shortage concerns and the future of Hornet football alongside new head coach Alonzo Carter. This is the first Q&A between President Wood and Sac State’s student news publication.
Q&A: President Luke Wood addresses leadership changes, campus growth and student protests
President Luke Wood, incoming head coach Alonzo Carter and Athletic Director Mark Orr hold up a Sacramento State jersey Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Carter spent the last two seasons at Arizona as an assistant head coach and running backs coach.
A decade in the making: Alonzo Carter takes the reins at Sac State
New head coach Alonzo Carter speaks during his introductory press conference on Dec. 18, 2025. Carter previously served as the running backs coach at Arizona and San Jose State.
BREAKING: Alonzo Carter hired as Sac State football’s newest head coach
Valdy Ngassam, a fifth-year ethnic studies major, in the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center conference room Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Ngassam aims to spread awareness about the current accommodation system for change.
‘I hear the outcry’: Barriers in Sac State’s accommodation system
Students and faculty have expressed frustration over a scheduled Category II fee increase that will require students to pay higher tuition. Category II fees are mandatory fees that students are required to pay to enroll at California State Universities. (Graphic created in Canva by Anita Ratna Gautam)
Students express feeling ignored as fees increase
Valdy Ngassam, a fifth-year ethnic studies major, in the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center conference room Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Ngassam aims to spread awareness about the current accommodation system for change.
‘I hear the outcry’: Barriers in Sac State’s accommodation system
Students and faculty have expressed frustration over a scheduled Category II fee increase that will require students to pay higher tuition. Category II fees are mandatory fees that students are required to pay to enroll at California State Universities. (Graphic created in Canva by Anita Ratna Gautam)
Students express feeling ignored as fees increase
Modoc Hall houses Sac State’s International Programs and Global Engagement office that provides support and resources for international students and faculty Oct. 17, 2025. The office assists with admissions, visas and administrative processes related to immigration and residency.
Listening, but not yet heard: Sac State’s long road to supporting its international faculty
Sacramento State President Luke Wood speaks at his annual Fall Address Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024. Among the 13 California State University presidents also receiving raises, Wood will receive a 6% salary increase and was made eligible for a performance-based increase up to 10%.
BREAKING: President Luke Wood to receive 6% salary increase
Sacramento State President Luke Wood speaks with students about the upcoming housing requirement and affordability concerns during a protest on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025. Students’ demands included seeking alternatives to the housing requirement, ending the course requirement for students to stay in the dorms over breaks, reducing planned library budget cuts and lowering the $252-per-semester parking fee.
Protestors and President Luke Wood standoff over housing requirement and affordability
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
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
A student was arrested after driving erratically in Parking Structure 1 and hitting another student with their vehicle Monday, Nov. 10, 2025. The vehicle, a white Ford Explorer, was equipped with red and blue lights and sirens, the driver was seen yelling “ICE-RAID.”
Sac State student arrested for assault and impersonation of a police officer on campus
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
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
El consulado general de México, Christian Tonatiuh González Jiménez, visito el Centro Serna en el evento de comunidad y visión organizado por la sociedad de asuntos exteriores en Sac State el martes, 18 de noviembre de 2025. Los que asistieron tuvieron la oportunidad de hacer preguntas al final de la discusión.
El Cónsul General de México visita Sac State para conversar con estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
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.
El consulado general de México, Christian Tonatiuh González Jiménez, visito el Centro Serna en el evento de comunidad y visión organizado por la sociedad de asuntos exteriores en Sac State el martes, 18 de noviembre de 2025. Los que asistieron tuvieron la oportunidad de hacer preguntas al final de la discusión.
El Cónsul General de México visita Sac State para conversar con estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
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’
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams dishes out a pass to sophomore guard Jayden Teat against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Since this game, the Hornets have gone 1-6 against Division I opponents.
The Double Dribble: Major injuries hinder Sac State’s Big Sky buildup
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams goes for a dunk against Jessup Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. Sac State took down the Warriors 86-76 at Hornet Pavilion.
Hornets reined in by the Matadors in a Northridge nightmare
Junior guard Natalie Picton reaches high for a layup over a San Jose State defender on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. Picton led the team in steals with five. (Photo courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Skewered: Hornets pierced by Spartans in final non-conference game
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams and sophomore forward Brandon Gardner against San Francisco State Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. The Hornets beat the Gators by 48 points, with a score of 94-46.
Sac State speared by the Lancers in Riverside
Junior forward Elizabeth Abiara pushes back against a defender on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. Abiara secured eight rebounds, four on each side of the ball, bringing the Hornets within four points of a fourth-quarter comeback. (Photo courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Overdrawn: Hornets withdraw from Chase as Dons cash in late
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams dishes out a pass to sophomore guard Jayden Teat against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Since this game, the Hornets have gone 1-6 against Division I opponents.
The Double Dribble: Major injuries hinder Sac State’s Big Sky buildup
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams goes for a dunk against Jessup Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. Sac State took down the Warriors 86-76 at Hornet Pavilion.
Hornets reined in by the Matadors in a Northridge nightmare
Junior guard Natalie Picton reaches high for a layup over a San Jose State defender on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. Picton led the team in steals with five. (Photo courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Skewered: Hornets pierced by Spartans in final non-conference game
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams and sophomore forward Brandon Gardner against San Francisco State Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. The Hornets beat the Gators by 48 points, with a score of 94-46.
Sac State speared by the Lancers in Riverside
Junior forward Elizabeth Abiara pushes back against a defender on Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. Abiara secured eight rebounds, four on each side of the ball, bringing the Hornets within four points of a fourth-quarter comeback. (Photo courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Overdrawn: Hornets withdraw from Chase as Dons cash in late
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
President Luke Wood, incoming head coach Alonzo Carter and Athletic Director Mark Orr hold up a Sacramento State jersey Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Carter spent the last two seasons at Arizona as an assistant head coach and running backs coach.
A decade in the making: Alonzo Carter takes the reins at Sac State
New head coach Alonzo Carter speaks during his introductory press conference on Dec. 18, 2025. Carter previously served as the running backs coach at Arizona and San Jose State.
BREAKING: Alonzo Carter hired as Sac State football’s newest head coach
Sophomore kicker Grant Meadors drills a field goal against Montana Friday, Oct. 24, 2025. Meadors converted on 80% of his field goal attempts for the Hornets, missing just two extra points on the season.
Portal Watch: Tracking Sac State’s offseason roster roulette
Head coach Brennan Marion gazes onto the field in Sac State’s win over Idaho Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025. Marion’s Hornets had a record of 7-5, just missing the FCS playoffs.
BREAKING: Sac State head coach Brennan Marion to accept role at Colorado
Head coach Brennan Marion expresses frustration in Sacramento State’s loss to UC Davis, Nov. 22, 2025. Marion’s Hornets had a record of 7-5, just missing the FCS playoffs.
Go-Go gut check: Looking back at a whirlwind year of Sac State football
Junior Ryan Martin fights to get out ahead at the start of the men’s 10K in the NCAA Division I West Regional Cross Country Championships Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Martin was the sole Hornet racing the men’s race, after most of the squad was sidelined by injuries and illnesses late in the season.
Hornets get rained out of NCAA Championships amid hometown highlight mud run
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
Junior forward Donovan Sessoms stands on Hornet Field after the 2025 season Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025. Sessoms had two goals and three assists in his junior season as the Hornets finished with a record of 2-12-4.
The price of success: Donovan Sessoms’ journey to Sac State soccer stardom
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The Colony: Kickin’ it with men’s soccer
Senior defender Isabella “Vinny” Vinsonhaler catches the ball against Big Sky conference opponents Northern Arizona Sunday, Sept. 28, 2025. Vinny played the full 90 minutes of the game, and the Hornets tied 1-1.
From Idaho to Sac State, Hornet soccer captain leads with heart and hustle
Sophomore forward Sean Battistessa throws his arms towards the sky in frustration over a call against UC San Diego at home Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025. The Hornets went on to score two goals in the victory over the Tritons.
Sacramento State’s struggle bus breaks down on the causeway against UC Davis
Viking senior defender Kalo Iongi attempting to get past Hornet sophomore midfielder Tierra Pickell. Iongi was a thorn in the Hornets’ side all game long, as she won the ball back for the Vikings several times with her electrifying pace.
Farewell, farewell: Hornets face defeat to Vikings in final Big Sky appearance
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
The Hornets hold their stingers up after a win against the Montana Grizzlies Oct. 16, 2025. Sac State’s last season in the Big Sky Conference comes to an end with a loss in the semifinal of the Big Sky Tournament.
Hornets fall short in semifinals but shine in final Big Sky Awards
Marthaler celebrating the win over the Idaho Vandals Thursday, Oct. 23, 2025. Her renewed confidence has helped her establish herself as one of the nation's best hitters. (Photo courtesy of Bob Solorio)
Marthaler’s Revenge: How a Sac State volleyball player found her love of the game again
Senior outside hitter Greta Davis goes up for a kill in a win over the NAU Lumberjacks Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. The Hornets may have to go through the No. 1 Lumberjacks as they make a run for the Big Sky Championship again.
Sac State rides road trip success into Big Sky tournament
The six players honored on senior night from left to right: Ashlynn Archer, Karlie Spohn, Mia Guevara, Abbey Kaddillak, Kate Doorn and Greta Davis. The Hornets won their last regular season game in The Nest, Friday, Nov. 14 versus the Portland State Vikings, 3-1. (Photo Courtesy of Bob Solorio)
Sac State takes flight in their final Big Sky game at The Nest
Sacramento State women's volleyball team celebrating against Northern Arizona Thursday Nov. 6, 2025. The Hornets won the match 3-2
Hornets split five-set thrillers versus Northern Arizona and Northern Colorado
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Theatre Rats REDUX: Getting cozy and nostalgic with ‘Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!’
Kratos overlooks Svartalfheim in “God of War: Ragnarök.” Svartalfheim is home to the dwarves and one of the nine realms you can visit in the game. (Graphic made in Adobe Photoshop by Jeremy Brown)
Sidequest: Learning how to be a good dad with ‘God of War’
Ready to get cozy, gather your best holiday treats, sip some hot chocolate and binge-watch holiday movies in the name of the most wonderful time of the year? From beloved Christmas classics to modern comedies that the entire family could enjoy, The State Hornet has you covered with our top 5 holiday movies. (Graphic made in Canva)
Hollies and jollies: 5 humorously heartwarming Christmas movies
Red Bull finally released their new advent calendar in time for the holidays. Let’s find out if it is the perfect gift for every Red Bull fanatic. (Graphic made in Canva)
Caffeinated Christmas: Deep dive into the new Red Bull advent calendar
The city turns bright and busy as holiday events pop up from Sacramento’s Downtown to its many neighborhoods. Whether you are searching for lights, music or a little winter adventure, Sacramento has something for everyone. (Graphic made in Canva by Claire Muñoz)
Sacramento’s must-see holiday events to light up your winter
The city turns bright and busy as holiday events pop up from Sacramento’s Downtown to its many neighborhoods. Whether you are searching for lights, music or a little winter adventure, Sacramento has something for everyone. (Graphic made in Canva by Claire Muñoz)
Sacramento’s must-see holiday events to light up your winter
A local punk vendor displays their merchandise Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025. These items represent an artistic reflection on the current social and political climate.
Flower Fist Market’s ‘Punk Rock Flea Market’ invites Sacramento to shop local
The StingerStudio Makerspace opened its doors to campus creatives for its fourth annual Create, Make and Share Faire Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025. Participating students showcased their projects, from 3D printed trinkets and tools to paintings on canvases and paper prints.
Creativity, ingenuity and opportunity: the StingerStudio Makerspace fosters student learning
Wooden and limestone hand-carved animals are displayed on a wooden pedestal Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. These carvings display the intricate detail and the delicate time taken to hand-create such detailed pieces.
‘The Sankofa Exhibit’ invites students to connect with the past through ancient Zimbabwean culture
“In Bloom: an exploration on identity” featured a variety of queer art pieces created by Mikaela Kristianous Thursday, Nov. 6, 2025. They blended personal and LGBTQ+ identities through self-portraits and spiritual connections into one exhibit for viewers to reflect and take pride in.
‘In Bloom: an exploration of identity’ art gallery invites students to resonate and connect with queer identity
Red Bull finally released their new advent calendar in time for the holidays. Let’s find out if it is the perfect gift for every Red Bull fanatic. (Graphic made in Canva)
Caffeinated Christmas: Deep dive into the new Red Bull advent calendar
Enjoy the best fall flavors with cozy drinks and seasonal treats Monday, Oct. 20, 2025. This guide highlights where to find them and how to make some at home, perfect for anyone craving autumn vibes. (Graphic made in Canva)
Bites, brews and baking: A guide for fall treats
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
This list will take you through 5 of the best Christmas albums released in the past century. From smooth jazz classics to smash pop hits, there’s a wide variety of music to accompany your holiday season. (Made in Canva by Shawn Chand and Jocelyn Hill)
It’s Tiiimeee! Here are the best Christmas albums to liven up your holiday season
Wale released his eighth studio album “everything is a lot.” Nov. 14, 2025. The album features artists from R&B singer Leon Thomas to Ty Dolla $ign. (Graphic created in Canva by Jocelyn Hill)
Wale pours his heart out in ‘everything is a lot.’
The Neighbourhood delivered their fifth studio album “(((((ultraSOUND)))))” Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. The album takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions with lead vocalist Jesse Rutherford’s lyricism.
‘OMG’ The Neighbourhood is back with a new album
Sacramento State announces “Live at the Hive,” a series of postgame performances featuring popular rap, hip-hop and R&B artists starting Saturday, Sept. 13, 2025. Featured artists include J Álvarez, DDG, Mariah Angeliq, Lil Yachty, Quavo and Blxst. (Photos courtesy of Sac State and The State Hornet, graphic made in Canva by Annie Biebl)
Athletics hype and postgame concerts leave students wondering about campus priorities
Rapper Lil Yachty performs after the Homecoming football game where Sacramento State beat the University of Northern Colorado Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025. Lil Yachty only performed for eight minutes before cutting his appearance short due to safety concerns.
Upcoming post-game concert prompts safety concerns after unsuccessful Lil Yachty performance
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: Getting cozy and nostalgic with ‘Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!’
Ready to get cozy, gather your best holiday treats, sip some hot chocolate and binge-watch holiday movies in the name of the most wonderful time of the year? From beloved Christmas classics to modern comedies that the entire family could enjoy, The State Hornet has you covered with our top 5 holiday movies. (Graphic made in Canva)
Hollies and jollies: 5 humorously heartwarming Christmas movies
“Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” is Quentin Tarantino’s ninth film, released July 26, 2019. The film is a detailed alternate reality film, similar to “Inglorious Bastards,” and stars Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie. (Photos courtesy of Sony Pictures Entertainment. Graphic created in Canva by Omid Manavirad)
Movie Notes: ‘Once Upon a Time in Hollywood’ is Tarantino’s fairytale love letter to cinema
"Wicked: For Good” released a year after “Wicked” Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. The second movie is a continuation of Elphaba Thropp (Cynthia Erivo) and Glinda Upland’s (Ariana Grande) journey four years later. (Courtesy of Universal Pictures, graphic created in Canva by Jada Portillo)
No good deed goes unpunished in ‘Wicked: For Good’
“Now You See Me: Now You Don’t” (2025) takes the Four Horsemen to new heights. With new characters being the masterminds behind it all, who else can they deceive with their magic and illusions?
Magic, chaos and missed chances in ‘Now You See Me: Now You Don’t’
Valdy Ngassam, a fifth-year ethnic studies major, in the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center conference room Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Ngassam aims to spread awareness about the current accommodation system for change.
‘I hear the outcry’: Barriers in Sac State’s accommodation system
The PRIDE Resource Fair provided Sacramento State students resources and information from organizations in Sacramento and on-campus Oct. 8, 2025. The fair was an event held by the PRIDE Center, which provides resources for and hosts events celebrating LGBTQ+ members of the Sacramento State community.
PRIDE Center gives resources and support to LGBTQ+ students
With the end of the semester comes the Fall 2025 State Hornet DEI audit to recount how much our DEI content has increased or decreased within the last semester. Moving forward, we only hope to increase our diverse content from here. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Fall 2025 end of semester audit
Ameil Ramirez (left), Elijah Williams (center), and Sahar Ashimi (right) are the student research associates for the inaugural Intercultural Oral and Deaf History Project. They began preparing their research analysis back in July, attending conference meetings and conducting interviews.
Students showcase ‘sociological imagination’ through intercultural oral and Deaf research
Chief Diversity Officer and Vice President of Inclusive Excellence Michael Nguyen introduces the Ummah Belonging Map Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025. The Ummah Belonging Map is an interactive map students can use to find various resources and cultural spaces on campus and within the Sacramento region.
Sac State soft launches first of its kind Ummah Belonging Map
The State Hornet Experience
The State Hornet Experience
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Sac State Says: Hornet holiday favorites
Sac State Says: Hornet holiday favorites
Students protest new first-year housing requirement at Sacramento State
Students protest new first-year housing requirement at Sacramento State
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
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Theatre Rats REDUX: Getting cozy and nostalgic with ‘Good Luck Charlie: It’s Christmas!’
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State Hornet Spotlight: Dealing with grief during the holidays
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The Nature of the Hive: A walk through the park with professor David Rolloff
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Hive Insider: Foreign affairs, protests and more
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The Nature of the Hive: Nature is the best medicine
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
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State Hornet Spotlight: Dealing with grief during the holidays
State Hornet Spotlight: An exploration of video games and storytelling
State Hornet Spotlight: An exploration of video games and storytelling
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
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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
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
El consulado general de México, Christian Tonatiuh González Jiménez, visito el Centro Serna en el evento de comunidad y visión organizado por la sociedad de asuntos exteriores en Sac State el martes, 18 de noviembre de 2025. Los que asistieron tuvieron la oportunidad de hacer preguntas al final de la discusión.
El Cónsul General de México visita Sac State para conversar con estudiantes y miembros de la comunidad
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Directora de HSI impulsa la equidad y representación Latina: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
The State Hornet Experience
The State Hornet Experience
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Sac State Says: Hornet holiday favorites
Sac State Says: Hornet holiday favorites
Students protest new first-year housing requirement at Sacramento State
Students protest new first-year housing requirement at Sacramento State
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Sac State recibe al Cónsul General de México para discusión comunitaria
Cadet Executive Officer Jamielyn Juniega, representing the JROTC Army program at Rio Linda High School, marches in unison with fellow cadets at the west steps of the California State Capitol Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Juniega said the ROTC program can develop leadership and life skills that can be beneficial for a cadet considering joining the armed forces.
Veterans honored during Veterans Day celebration at the California Capitol
Senior mechanical engineering major John Anderson (right) gives second-year mechanical engineering major Kyle Clemons (left) last minute instructions Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Clemons was one of the drivers for Hornet Racing that raced on the small skid-pad at Thunderhill Raceway in Willows.
Sac State racing team revved up for first NorCal Shootout
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
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Zachary Hernandez, Eli Keller, and Alicia Urquhart • December 31, 2025
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams dishes out a pass to sophomore guard Jayden Teat against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Since this game, the Hornets have gone 1-6 against Division I opponents.
The Double Dribble: Major injuries hinder Sac State’s Big Sky buildup
Jack Dann, Sports Editor • December 30, 2025
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams goes for a dunk against Jessup Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. Sac State took down the Warriors 86-76 at Hornet Pavilion.
Hornets reined in by the Matadors in a Northridge nightmare
Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor • December 26, 2025
Junior guard Natalie Picton reaches high for a layup over a San Jose State defender on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. Picton led the team in steals with five. (Photo courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Skewered: Hornets pierced by Spartans in final non-conference game
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The State Hornet sat down with President Luke Wood on Tuesday, Dec. 15 to explore campus growth opportunities, class shortage concerns and the future of Hornet football alongside new head coach Alonzo Carter. This is the first Q&A between President Wood and Sac State’s student news publication.
Q&A: President Luke Wood addresses leadership changes, campus growth and student protests
Delaney Joyce, Editor-in-Chief • December 18, 2025
President Luke Wood, incoming head coach Alonzo Carter and Athletic Director Mark Orr hold up a Sacramento State jersey Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025. Carter spent the last two seasons at Arizona as an assistant head coach and running backs coach.
A decade in the making: Alonzo Carter takes the reins at Sac State
Jack Dann, Sports Editor • December 18, 2025
New head coach Alonzo Carter speaks during his introductory press conference on Dec. 18, 2025. Carter previously served as the running backs coach at Arizona and San Jose State.
BREAKING: Alonzo Carter hired as Sac State football’s newest head coach
Jack Dann, Sports Editor • December 14, 2025
Valdy Ngassam, a fifth-year ethnic studies major, in the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center conference room Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Ngassam aims to spread awareness about the current accommodation system for change.
‘I hear the outcry’: Barriers in Sac State’s accommodation system
Jada Portillo, Digital/Newsletter Editor • December 14, 2025
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Sophomore guard Mikey Williams goes for a dunk against Jessup Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. Sac State took down the Warriors 86-76 at Hornet Pavilion.

Hornets reined in by the Matadors in a Northridge nightmare

Sophomore guard Mikey Williams dishes out a pass to sophomore guard Jayden Teat against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Since this game, the Hornets have gone 1-6 against Division I opponents.

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Valdy Ngassam, a fifth-year ethnic studies major, in the Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Student Center conference room Friday, Nov. 21, 2025. Ngassam aims to spread awareness about the current accommodation system for change.
‘I hear the outcry’: Barriers in Sac State’s accommodation system
Jada Portillo, Digital/Newsletter Editor • December 14, 2025
The PRIDE Resource Fair provided Sacramento State students resources and information from organizations in Sacramento and on-campus Oct. 8, 2025. The fair was an event held by the PRIDE Center, which provides resources for and hosts events celebrating LGBTQ+ members of the Sacramento State community.
PRIDE Center gives resources and support to LGBTQ+ students
Molly Mellon, News Staffer • December 14, 2025
With the end of the semester comes the Fall 2025 State Hornet DEI audit to recount how much our DEI content has increased or decreased within the last semester. Moving forward, we only hope to increase our diverse content from here. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Fall 2025 end of semester audit
Analah Wallace, Managing/DEI Editor • December 12, 2025
Ameil Ramirez (left), Elijah Williams (center), and Sahar Ashimi (right) are the student research associates for the inaugural Intercultural Oral and Deaf History Project. They began preparing their research analysis back in July, attending conference meetings and conducting interviews.
Students showcase ‘sociological imagination’ through intercultural oral and Deaf research
Nathalie Thomas, PRMA Staffer • December 1, 2025
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Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Estudiante Jamarie Crawford platica sobre su iniciativa como defensor de activismo: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Galilea Duran and Angelica Brito • December 5, 2025
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
Demasiados estudiantes, no suficiente clases: El Avispón del Estado Podcast 2025
Melanie Arechiga and Galilea Duran • December 3, 2025
SPORTS
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams dishes out a pass to sophomore guard Jayden Teat against UC Davis Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. Since this game, the Hornets have gone 1-6 against Division I opponents.
The Double Dribble: Major injuries hinder Sac State’s Big Sky buildup
Jack Dann, Sports Editor • December 30, 2025
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams goes for a dunk against Jessup Friday, Nov. 7, 2025. Sac State took down the Warriors 86-76 at Hornet Pavilion.
Hornets reined in by the Matadors in a Northridge nightmare
Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor • December 26, 2025
Junior guard Natalie Picton reaches high for a layup over a San Jose State defender on Sunday, Dec. 21, 2025. Picton led the team in steals with five. (Photo courtesy of Jyanne Bautista)
Skewered: Hornets pierced by Spartans in final non-conference game
Andrew A. Brown, Staffer • December 26, 2025
Sophomore guard Mikey Williams and sophomore forward Brandon Gardner against San Francisco State Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2025. The Hornets beat the Gators by 48 points, with a score of 94-46.
Sac State speared by the Lancers in Riverside
Chris D. Johnson, Managing Editor • December 21, 2025
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Jeremy Brown, Podcast Editor • December 12, 2025
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Hollies and jollies: 5 humorously heartwarming Christmas movies
Na'Jay Lewis, A&E Staffer • December 8, 2025
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Anita Ratna Gautam, News Staffer • December 6, 2025
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Nojixa Anacleto, Claire Harrell, and Eli Keller • December 4, 2025
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Cadet Executive Officer Jamielyn Juniega, representing the JROTC Army program at Rio Linda High School, marches in unison with fellow cadets at the west steps of the California State Capitol Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2025. Juniega said the ROTC program can develop leadership and life skills that can be beneficial for a cadet considering joining the armed forces.
Veterans honored during Veterans Day celebration at the California Capitol
Ellie Appleby, Visuals Staffer • November 15, 2025
Senior mechanical engineering major John Anderson (right) gives second-year mechanical engineering major Kyle Clemons (left) last minute instructions Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025. Clemons was one of the drivers for Hornet Racing that raced on the small skid-pad at Thunderhill Raceway in Willows.
Sac State racing team revved up for first NorCal Shootout
Ellie Appleby, Visuals Staffers • October 17, 2025
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
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