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Sac State freshman Kaylee K. Xiong died Sept. 5, 2024 from a scooter accident. Kaylee was 18 and had recently graduated from Valley High School. (Photo courtesy of stepfather Johnny Vang’s Facebook page, Graphic created in Canva by Brionna Woody)
Friends and family pay tribute to freshman Kaylee Xiong
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
Iranian percussionist Nariman Assadi accompanied by a dancer, whose dreamlike spinning and whirling movements mesmerized the crowd at the University Union Ballroom Sept. 10. 2024. Traditional Iranian percussionist music was featured as a SWANA cultural display.
SWANA Center opening ceremony celebrates vibrant regional culture
Chief Equity Officer of the California Government Operations Agency, Pam Chueh, alongside other guest speakers during one of the policy summit panels Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. Chueh spoke on how her childhood experiences motivated her to be the voice of those who do not have one.
Sac State hosts the inaugural Asian American Pacific Islander Statewide Policy Summit
Golden 1 Center sits empty Wednesday, March 8, 2023. A Graduation Rewind Ceremony will be included in the commencement.
BREAKING: Sac State to host winter commencement at Golden 1 Center
Lassen Hall houses the Student Service Center, currently accepting students who are still waiting for financial aid September 9, 2024. With FAFSA loans facing delays due to system changes, students have been seeking assistance at Lassen Hall’s financial service offices.
FAFSA delays and changes threaten Sac State’s financially vulnerable students
President Luke Wood speaks at a fee increase town hall in the University Union Thursday, Aug. 15, 2024. In announcing the fee increases, Wood said the additional funds would support enhancements to student life at Sac State.
BREAKING: Sac State President Luke Wood announces 4 of 5 student fee increases approved
Sac State President Luke Wood made his annual fall Address on Aug. 22, 2024 about the challenges and success stories over the past year. Wood described the university rising into a leadership role for the entire CSU, despite financial challenges.
President’s fall address highlights Sac State’s assistive programs for students
Third-year ethnic studies major William Robey delivers remarks criticizing President Luke Wood on August 15, 2024, garnering applause from other students in attendance. Wood left the town hall after his opening speech.
Students voice concern as Sac State proposes fee increases
Members of the pro-Palestine encampment during a press conference at Sacramento State’s Library Quad Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Collectively named the Popular University of Gaza, the protestors consisted of members of Students for Justice in Palestine, Students for Quality Education, and local community members.
‘You sign a treaty with your enemies, not with your students’: Sac State encampment packs up after investment policy changes
Students gathered at the ASI Election results party in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Student government leaders for the 2024-2025 academic year were chosen through the election, which saw a 13% voter turnout rate.
Sac State’s ASI elections unveil student apathy and representation concerns
The Associated Students, Inc. holds a results party for the student government elections in the Terrace Suite of The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. Family and friends of the candidates were able to come out to the event and show support.
Voters support second term for current ASI president with 13% turnout
The ASI Student Government election begins Wednesday, April 10, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. and will run through the evening of Thursday, April 11, 2024. (Graphic created in Canva by Analah Wallace)
FAQ: 2024 ASI student government elections
Mixed canned fruit and veggies on the shelves of the Associated Students, Inc. Food Pantry, Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023. The food pantry provides both fresh produce and groceries, according to its website.
ASI Food Pantry provides resources for students with low food security
Associated Students Inc. Vice President of University Affairs Alec Tong poses for his election candidate photo for the board position earlier in the spring 2023 semester. Tong resigned from his position on Monday, Nov. 27. (Photo courtesy of ASI, Graphic created in Canva by Jacob Peterson)
BREAKING: Second ASI board member resigns
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
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
Flores en señal de memoria para Kaylee Xiong en la intersección de Cosumnes River Boulevard y Franklin Boulevard el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Xiong acababa de comenzar su primer semestre en Sac State.
Un estudiante de Sac State murió después de ser atropellada en el sur de Sacramento
Brenda Romero, profesora de español en Sac State y directora de Voces de Sacramento, dentro de su oficina el martes 16 de abril, 2024. Romero habla de lo que es Voces de Sacramento y por qué es importante que gente del área de Sacramento participen.
Vista Previa: Voces de Sacramento
Estudiantes frente al Amador Hall protestan por los derechos trans y en contra del evento de Turning Point USA con la ex nadadora universitaria Paula Scanlan el martes 2 de abril de 2024. Varios grupos de estudiantes asistieron a la protesta, como Estudiantes para Educación de Calidad (SQE), Lavender Alliance y Estudiantes Aliados por la Justicia en Sac State.
Defensores de los derechos trans en Sac State protestan en oposición al orador de Turning Point USA
Los estudiantes construyeron casas de campaña, estaciones de refrescos y establecieron bases de primeros auxilios en el campamento pro palestino en el patio de la biblioteca el lunes 29 de abril del 2024. Sac State ahora es uno de los más de 70 campuses con un campamento de protesta
Protestas pro-Palestina empieza en Sac State
Chief Equity Officer of the California Government Operations Agency, Pam Chueh, alongside other guest speakers during one of the policy summit panels Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. Chueh spoke on how her childhood experiences motivated her to be the voice of those who do not have one.
Sac State hosts the inaugural Asian American Pacific Islander Statewide Policy Summit
Department of Ethnic Studies professor and CHLFSA Board member Elvia Ramirez stands by the mural at the Center on Race, Immigration & Social Justice Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2024. Though she serves as coordinator for the CRISJ mentorship program, Ramirez also dedicates her time to the Chicanx/Latinx Faculty Staff Association.
CHLFSA calls on Sac State to increase Latinx/Chicanx representation and leadership
Mia Settles-Tidwell introduces a workshop session of the Antiracism and Inclusivity Campus Action Plan showcase in the Union Ballroom Monday, March 25, 2024. Settles-Tidwell has been at Sac State since 2021, serving on a number of campus initiatives as university diversity officer.
Mia Settles-Tidwell bids farewell to Sac State
The State Hornet’s spring 2024 second quarter audit reports on the diversity of coverage published by The State Hornet. While some areas have made improvements in coverage, there are still ways to build upon our Latinx/Hispanic community. (Graphic created in Canva by Julianna Rodriguez)
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring 2024 midway audit results
La comunidad Latina comparte sus opiniones sobre el colorismo en la comunidad Latina. Colorismo se define como el prejuicio o la discriminación en contra de gente de piel oscura, según Latino Policy Forum. (Gráfico hecho en Canva por Nancy Rodriguez Bonilla)
Comunidad Latina en Sac State comparte sus opiniones, experiencias con el colorismo
Sac State sophomore defender Zac Giles brings the ball up the pitch against the University of Pacific Tigers Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Hornets ended the match against the Tigers in a tie.
Hornets find fluidity against the Broncos and Tigers
(L-R) Sacramento State Athletic Director Mark Orr and President Luke Wood announce the new multi-use stadium in a press conference Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. The stadium’s timeline is yet to be announced, but it’s set to hold a minimum of 25,000 attendees and include multiple other upgrades.
BREAKING: Sac State announces plan for new multi-use stadium
Sacramento State football team after a rush against Nicholls Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Hornet football will be one of many Sac State athletics programs to benefit from an increase in the intercollegiate athletics fee. (Graphic made in Canva by Evan Patocka)
Sac State’s increasing student intercollegiate athletics fee allows for stadium renovations, alumni perks
Sacramento State football helmets lined up on the bench Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. Sac State is looking to make the move from the Big Sky Conference to the Mountain West Conference or Pac-12.
The jump: Sac State releases report on viability of move to FBS
Sac State junior running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver running against the Texas A&M Commerce’s defense Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Tau-Tolliver ran for 127 rushing yards and had a receiving touchdown in the 34-0 win.
Sac State leaves Commerce with a brand new shutout win
Sacramento State men’s basketball interim head coach Michael Czepil talking with his team during a practice on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Czepil has acted as associate head coach twice in NCAA Division 1 Men’s Basketball, but has never owned the title of head coach.
Sac State basketball coach turned his love for basketball into a rare opportunity
Junior guard Zee Hamoda in the Big Sky Tournament semifinals Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Hamoda played in the tournament while he fasted for Ramadan. (Photos courtesy of Big Sky Conference and Malachi Parker, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Sac State guard overcomes challenges of Ramadan on the big stage
Senior guard Austin Patterson and Freshman forward Summah Hanson preparing to take a shot. Hanson and Patterson posing in their new uniforms. (Graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal, photos courtesy of Sac State Athletics, Summah Hanson and Austin Patterson)
A revolving door: How the transfer portal affects Sac State basketball
Freshman forward Summah Hanson shoots a free throw against San Diego State University Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023. Hanson was named the Big Sky Conference Freshman of the Year. (Photos courtesy of Sac State Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Down under to downtown: Freshman forward left her mark on Sac State
Junior guard Zee Hamoda in the Big Sky Conference Tournament semifinals on Tuesday, March 12, 2024. Hamoda was one of four Hornets to finish with double-digit points.
Sac State shaken awake from dream run as they fall short in semifinals
Redshirt senior Evan Gibbons releasing a fastball at John Smith Field against Tarleton Friday, April 26, 2024. Gibbons is the only pitcher this season to pitch in a complete game.
A return to prominence for Sac State in Arlington
Senior right fielder Cesar Valero sliding into third base after running from first in the second inning at John Smith Field, against Tarleton State University Friday, April 26, 2024. Valero scored after a single by senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez.
The lows of baseball present themselves to Sac State again
Redshirt senior pitcher Evan Gibbons and sophomore catcher Jacob Cortez celebrating with the team after getting the final strikeout of the inning while walking into the dugout against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Gibbons has a total of 40 strikeouts currently this season.
Another weekend sweep for Sac State baseball in Irvine
Junior catcher Elie Kligman taking a lead at first base at John Smith Field against California Baptist University Friday, April 5, 2024. Kligman is the second player on the team who can switch hits along with senior shortstop Gunner Gouldsmith.
Sac State left seeing red in Stanford
Senior third baseman Jorge Bojorquez getting ready to swing against California Baptist University on Friday, April 5, 2024. Bojorquez holds the school record for the most runs by a player in Sacramento State with 143 runs.
Sac State leaves some angry birds in Bellevue
Sacramento State football helmets lined up on the bench Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. Sac State is looking to make the move from the Big Sky Conference to the Mountain West Conference or Pac-12.
The jump: Sac State releases report on viability of move to FBS
Sac State junior running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver running against the Texas A&M Commerce’s defense Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Tau-Tolliver ran for 127 rushing yards and had a receiving touchdown in the 34-0 win.
Sac State leaves Commerce with a brand new shutout win
Sacramento State Hornets defense sacking Nicholls’ quarterback during their first home game Saturday Sept. 14, 2024. The Hornets are looking for their second win of the season as they head down to Commerce, Texas.
Commerce has been handing out wins, now the Hornets want to buy one
Redshirt freshman quarterback Carson Conklin leading the Hornets in their first home game of the year Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024. Conklin went on to lead the Hornets to a 34-7 win against Nicholls.
‘That’s not even our full potential out there’: Hornets dominate first home game
Sac State Hornet football’s offensive and defensive lineman practicing Aug. 8, 2024. The Hornets are looking to get their first win at their home opener.
Home sweet home: Hornets look to get back on track in home opener
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
Sac State sophomore defender Zac Giles brings the ball up the pitch against the University of Pacific Tigers Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Hornets ended the match against the Tigers in a tie.
Hornets find fluidity against the Broncos and Tigers
Sac State sophomore forward Donovan Sessoms with the ball against the San Francisco Dons Thursday Sept.12, 2024 . The Hornets went on to win the game 1-0 for their first win of the season.
Sac State flies past the Dons and Gaels
Sac State sophomore midfielder Hasan Alsakati surveys the field for an open teammate during a friendly against Chico State on Saturday, March 9, 2024. The game ended in a 0-0 draw after both goalkeepers made important saves.
Spring opener ends in stalemate for Sac State
Sacramento State junior defender Isabella Vinsonhaler and junior midfielder Ali Fuamatu-Ma’afala protest a foul called against them on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023 playing the Idaho Vandals. The Hornets had similar problems with the ref in the quarterfinals.
Sac State women’s soccer chokes in the Big Sky quarterfinals
The Sacramento State men’s soccer team before their match against UC Santa Barbara Oct. 18, 2023. The Hornets finished the season with a 4-10-4 record.
Victory at last: Sac State knocks off UC Davis in season finale
Junior shortstop Gwen Ludwig fielding the ball against Montana at Shea Stadium Friday, April 26, 2024. Ludwig led the Hornets offensively in their first tournament game with four hits and three runs.
Sac State softball smashes through the opposing defenses to keep season alive
Senior third baseman Lewa Day swinging against Montana in her last series at home Friday, April 26, 2024. Day broke the Big Sky Conference record for career home runs in game two against Montana.
The seniors of Sac State softball dominate their last series at home
Haley Hanson standing on first at Shea Stadium against Portland State Saturday, April 12, 2024. Hanson just broke the record for career stolen bases, with 42 successful attempts.
Sac State softball’s bats go quiet until the final game of the series
Senior pitcher Marissa Bertuccio pitching against Portland State at home Friday, April 12, 2024. Bertuccio currently has the lowest ERA in the Big Sky Conference and holds second place in strikeouts and wins.
Sac State softball struggles to get their bats going against Portland State
Senior left fielder Alexis Parish batting against Santa Clara Friday, March 5, 2024. Alexis Parish was seven for ten in their three game series against Northern Colorado.
Sac State softball plays ring around the bases against Northern Colorado
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
Redshirt freshman Lou Baudouin sitting on a bench outside Yosemite Hall Tuesday, April 16, 2024. Baudouin earned All-Big Sky Conference honors in both singles and doubles in her first full season.
Season-long setback fuels Sac State redshirt freshman to success
Sacramento State men’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Tournament trophy on Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets defeated the Northern Arizona Lumberjacks, 4-1, for the Big Sky Tournament Championship.
‘I was ready to die on the court today’: Men’s tennis gives their all for a championship
The Sacramento State women’s tennis team celebrating with the Big Sky Conference Tournament championship trophy after defeating Weber State 4-2 Saturday, April 27, 2024. The Hornets now have 12 Big Sky Tournament titles.
NCAA Tournament bound: Sac State women’s tennis wins Big Sky Championship
Sacramento State men’s tennis team won a share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after defeating Eastern Washington on April 14 and the women’s tennis team won their share of the Big Sky Conference regular season after ousting Portland State on April 20. This was the first time either team has won a share of the regular season title in over a decade. (Photos courtesy of Sacramento State Athletics, graphic created in Canva by Jahson Nahal)
Tennis teams drop rackets for trophies
Seniors Mate Voros and Mark Keki with Sac State men’s tennis head coach Kevin Kurtz after receiving their awards for their achievements Saturday April 6, 2024. The senior ceremony happened after their doubles match against Portland State.
Hornets leave the nest smiling after brutal beatdown of the Vikings
Senior setter Hailey Plugge defends Sac State’s side of the court against UC Davis Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. The Hornets lost 1-3 as the Aggies dominated most of the match.
Sac State volleyball falls to a familiar foe
Senior outside hitter Bridgette Smith going up for the kill against Northridge on Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024. Sac State won the match 3-0.
Hornet volleyball defends The Nest in Sac State Invitational
Senior Kalani Hayes practicing her receiving and hitting during beach volleyball practice Tuesday, Feb. 20, 2024. Hayes was an honorable mention all-Big West Conference player last season and will start to build her resume to make it again on Friday.
Positive vibes, strategy and teamwork has Sac State beach volleyball looking sunny
Junior outside hitter Ellie Tisko goes up for a kill against two UNLV blockers in the first round of the Women’s National Invitational Volleyball Championship Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023. The Hornets would go on to win the game 3-0, but lose in the next round to Montana State.
Sac State volleyball’s stellar season ends against familiar foe
Senior middleblocker Kalani Hayes and junior outside hitter Ellie Tisko going up for a block against Weber State Saturday, Oct. 12, 2023. The Hornets played Weber State for the third time this season in the semifinals of the Big Sky Tournament and lost 3-2.
A group of stars fall in the Big Sky tournament
The crowd sings along to different R&B hits that DJ Seanny Sean plays Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. On stage, a variety of other DJs and their crews hype up the attendees present.
Sacramento’s soulful goodbye to summer: R&B in the Park
A deeply saturated Panther Chameleon perches upon a branch out in the open at the Sacramento Reptile Show at Cal Expo on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. This biannual herpetology exposition garnered over 14,000 guests eager to see live reptiles, invertebrates and amphibians.
Sacramento Reptile Show delivers an un-frog-gettable fall exposition
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
Sac State students were able to see live music, buy from student vendors and partake in an array of fun activities at UNiQUE's WEUSI event on Friday, Sept. 13. (Graphic created in Canva by Delaney Joyce)
UNiQUE brings a vibrant atmosphere at the annual WEUSI music festival
Attendees enjoy the hip hop music on the green channel provided by DJ Jay Hernandez, Sept. 5, 2024. Hernandez referred to his listeners as the “green goblins” whenever a popular song he knew listeners would like was next.
Sac State’s UNiQUE brings the silent beats and heat
The ‘BECOMING’ mural is a central focal point of the murals revealed near the University Union and was created by Heather Hogan, a professor at Sacramento City College Wednesday, April 10, 2024. The murals are the second installment of the university’s “A Place of Belonging Murals” multiyear mural project.
A brush with legacy: Campus mural art unveiling marks a milestone
Senior studio art major Alejandra Ruiz and her art piece depicting Our Lady of Guadalupe from her collection “Tonantzin.” This is one of many paintings where Ruiz depicts religious figures. (Graphic created in Canva and photo taken by Rodrigo Martinez)
BIPOC artists at Sac State bring color and culture to the world of fine arts
The “Black Artists in America: Civil Rights to the Bicentennial” exhibit, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024, at the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento. Artists such as Alma Thomas, Joyce J. Scott and James A. Porter were on display for all to see in honor of Black History Month.
Black History is American History at the Crocker Art Museum
Yolanda Lopez recreates her own version of The Virgin Mary in the Library Gallery on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024. Lopez’s interpretation of The Virgin Mary displays women’s empowerment as she herself represents Mary.
70s Bay Area feminist art takes over University Art Gallery
Get ready to shine this summer with these stunning makeup looks! These recommendations will take the personal beauty game to the next level. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Sweat-Proof Summer Saviors: Must-Have Makeup Essentials!
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
A Panda Express worker at the University Union prepares a meal for a Sac State student who ordered Monday, Oct.16, 2023. Featured here is orange chicken, Beijing beef, chow mein and white steamed rice. (Photo by: Asyah Zamani)
The University Union’s must-get food places
(L-R) Lead Student Assistant at Student Health, Counseling and Wellness Services Lauren Batoon, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Jennifer Campbell and CalFresh Healthy Living Student Assistant Macey Briones in The Cove Kitchen on the first floor at The WELL Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2023. Campbell is the supervisor for the cooking demos in The Cove Kitchen. (Photo by Alyssa Branum)
Cooking demos teach students to make budget friendly recipes
Figuring out what to bring to the Friendsgiving table can be difficult, but The State Hornet has you covered. With these three easy recipes, you will be the hit of the party. (Graphic created in Canva by Hailey Valdivia)
Three easy Friendsgiving recipes that will surprise your college besties
Coffee shops are great places to study if you need a break from studying at home. These five locations across the Sacramento region have unique indoor and outdoor spaces and great items on the menu to try. (Created in Canva by Ariel Caspar)
The five best coffee shops for studying
The crowd sings along to different R&B hits that DJ Seanny Sean plays Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. On stage, a variety of other DJs and their crews hype up the attendees present.
Sacramento’s soulful goodbye to summer: R&B in the Park
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
Sac State students were able to see live music, buy from student vendors and partake in an array of fun activities at UNiQUE's WEUSI event on Friday, Sept. 13. (Graphic created in Canva by Delaney Joyce)
UNiQUE brings a vibrant atmosphere at the annual WEUSI music festival
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Repunknante travels from San Jose to perform decades-spanning punk tunes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Repunknante travels from San Jose to perform decades-spanning punk tunes
Scrapbook style page including images of Olivia Rodrigo, Chappel Roan and Harry Styles. Listen to these songs to wallow in your heartbreak. (Photos courtesy of Justin Higuchi via Flickr, Jason Martin via Flickr and Raph_PH via Flickr, graphic created in Canva by Rosienelly Salguero)
Need to wallow? Let these 10 songs break your heart again
(L-R) Antonio Hernandez, Victoria Chung, Brenna Dunivan, Isabella Ignacio, Anthony Tran, Ella Acosta and Mia Kaanapu in “Everybody” at Playwrights Theatre inside Shasta Hall Wednesday, March 8, 2023. They all play multiple characters in this production.
This production is for ‘Everybody’
(L–R) Jacqueline Sandoval, Josue Sanchez and Andrea Obando stomp their feet in unison on the dance floor of Solano Hall during their performance Saturday, Feb. 25, 2023. Their set, “Suhu (Life’s Ritual)” showcases a Chinese ritual dance with choreography by Philip Agayapong.
GALLERY: The dance that connects your mind, body and soul
The cast of The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee in Playwrights’ Theatre Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022. The performance will feature multiple musical numbers.
Can you spell: T-H-E-A-T-E-R? The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee comes to stage at Sac State
Lead actress McKenna Sennett sits on a bench in front of Shasta Hall theater on Thursday, April 7, 2022. Sac State’s production of “Hamlet” runs from April 1 to April 10 and can be attended in the theater.
‘To be or not to be’: Meet the leading lady of Sac State’s ‘Hamlet’
The tone of the scene shifts early into ‘The Best Man’ when Former President Art Hocksteader (Stephen Kauffman, right) announces he is dying to presidential candidate Bill Russel (Tom Loeprich, left). Russel struggles to pursue political success while still staying true to his ethical principles.
Review: Gore Vidal’s ‘The Best Man’ at Sutter Street Theatre
The film poster for the released “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” documentary. “Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal” is a documentary that follows the journey and life of Bray Wyatt through interviews and was released on Monday, April 1. (Photo courtesy of Peacock)
‘Bray Wyatt: Becoming Immortal’: A documentary that brings tears to your eyes
“The Goonies” is an 80s classic and pioneer for the bridge between adult and children comedy-films. It is a film worthy of its praise. (Photo courtesy of Warner Brothers Studio and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Back to the 80s: ‘The Goonies”
(L-R) Art Donaldson (Mike Faist), Tashi Duncan (Zendaya) and Patrick Zweig (Josh O’Connor) sitting on a bed in the hotel room before their tennis match. The three tennis prodigies are part of the complicated love triangle featured throughout the film. (Photo courtesy of Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer)
‘Challengers’ proves love means nothing
The movie poster of “Some Kind of Wonderful” which is a romantic film starring Lea Thompson, Mary Stuart Masterson and Eric Stoltz. (Photo courtesy of Paramount Pictures and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Back to the 80s: ‘Some kind of wonderful’
“The Lost Boys” original 80s movie poster. A traditional spin on vampire lore. (Photo Courtesy of Warner Brothers Pictures and graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum)
Back to the 80s: ‘Lost boys’
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Repunknante travels from San Jose to perform decades-spanning punk tunes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Repunknante travels from San Jose to perform decades-spanning punk tunes
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
Sac State Says: The 'Becoming' campus murals are more than just paintings
Sac State Says: The ‘Becoming’ campus murals are more than just paintings
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Swarm Report: Sac State football preview vs Nicholls, review of 49ers’ and Kings’ offseasons
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
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Bracketology Ep. #3: The greatness and garbage of Nickelodeon
Graphic created in Canva by Brionna Woody
The Buzz Ep. #3: ‘Atomic Habits’ and big achievements
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Inside The Ring #3: WrestleMania 40 review
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
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The State Hornet Podcast #10: Sac State announces policy changes, CFA members resign following resolution and Japan Day
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The State Hornet Podcast #9: Encampment starts in library quad
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The State Hornet Podcast #8: Vice President of Inclusive Excellence Resigns and New murals on campus.
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The State Hornet Podcast #7: Tuition increase protest and the ‘Day of Action’ fair
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State
Former Sacramento State receiver Isiah Hennie tries to juke University of Incarnate Word freshman cornerback Marquis Britten Sept. 9, 2017 at Hornet Stadium. Hennie has spent the last four years searching for an opprotunity to play professional football. (Photo by Matthew Nobert. Graphic made in Canva by Mack Ervin III)
Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT
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State Hornet Buzzed: Hispanic Heritage Month special, Growing up in Hispanic and Latinx culture
Newsletter editor Odin Rasco, opinion editor Kris Hall and audience engagement staffer Krys Shahin debate the worthiness of Scooby-Doo being named the best movie franchise in the 2022 edition of State Hornet March Madness. Scooby-Doo beat out the MCU in the finals by a wide margin. (Graphic made in Photoshop by Mack Ervin III)
Ruh Roh? Recapping the madness of State Hornet March Madness 2022: STATE HORNET BUZZED
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Best and worst cheesecake flavors?!: State Hornet BUZZED
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The best and worst cheesecakes from The Cheesecake Factory: STATE HORNET BUZZED
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
STATE HORNET BUZZED: Halloween Special
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
Flores en señal de memoria para Kaylee Xiong en la intersección de Cosumnes River Boulevard y Franklin Boulevard el 6 de septiembre, 2024. Xiong acababa de comenzar su primer semestre en Sac State.
Un estudiante de Sac State murió después de ser atropellada en el sur de Sacramento
Brenda Romero, profesora de español en Sac State y directora de Voces de Sacramento, dentro de su oficina el martes 16 de abril, 2024. Romero habla de lo que es Voces de Sacramento y por qué es importante que gente del área de Sacramento participen.
Vista Previa: Voces de Sacramento
La Asociación de Estudiantes, Inc. organiza una fiesta de resultados para las elecciones del gobierno estudiantil en la Terrace Suite en The WELL el jueves 11 de abril de 2024. La familia y amigos de los candidatos pudieron asistir al evento y mostrar su apoyo.
Votantes apoyan el segundo término del presidente de ASI con 13% de participación electoral
Presidenta de ASI dedica su tiempo, esfuerzo y amor a los estudiantes: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Presidenta de ASI dedica su tiempo, esfuerzo y amor a los estudiantes: ‘SOMOS’ Podcast
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
Sac State Says: The 'Becoming' campus murals are more than just paintings
Sac State Says: The ‘Becoming’ campus murals are more than just paintings
Divest, Defend, Declare: Sac State community comes together at pro-Palestine encampment
Divest, Defend, Declare: Sac State community comes together at pro-Palestine encampment
Sac State Says: Students are excited for the Oakland A’s move to Sacramento
Sac State Says: Students are excited for the Oakland A’s move to Sacramento
Students, administration, faculty and members of the campus community came together to participate in Sacramento State’s 13th annual Out of Darkness walk at The WELL Thursday, April 11, 2024. The Out of Darkness Walk Campus Walks Greater Sacramento Area chapter and Pacific Clinic members led participants around campus.
GALLERY: Sac State hosts 13th-annual Out of the Darkness Walk
A collage of Peak Adventures trips from 2021 to 2023 . Madelaine Church shares her experiences through her skills as a journalism student who documented over 10 trips she attended during her time in college. (Photos by Madelaine Church, graphic created in Canva by Alyssa Branum and Madelaine Church)
Scrapbook: The experience of a frequent Peak Adventure traveler
Pink Out 2023
Pink Out 2023
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FEATURED
Sac State sophomore defender Zac Giles brings the ball up the pitch against the University of Pacific Tigers Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Hornets ended the match against the Tigers in a tie.
Hornets find fluidity against the Broncos and Tigers
Jose Diaz, Staffer • September 26, 2024
(L-R) Sacramento State Athletic Director Mark Orr and President Luke Wood announce the new multi-use stadium in a press conference Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. The stadium’s timeline is yet to be announced, but it’s set to hold a minimum of 25,000 attendees and include multiple other upgrades.
BREAKING: Sac State announces plan for new multi-use stadium
Adam Camarena and Ryan Lorenz • September 26, 2024
The crowd sings along to different R&B hits that DJ Seanny Sean plays Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. On stage, a variety of other DJs and their crews hype up the attendees present.
Sacramento’s soulful goodbye to summer: R&B in the Park
Ismael Martinez Castillo, Staffer • September 26, 2024
DEI
Chief Equity Officer of the California Government Operations Agency, Pam Chueh, alongside other guest speakers during one of the policy summit panels Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2024. Chueh spoke on how her childhood experiences motivated her to be the voice of those who do not have one.
Sac State hosts the inaugural Asian American Pacific Islander Statewide Policy Summit
Aliza Imran, Staffer • September 24, 2024
Sac State hosted the first Asian American Pacific Islander Policy Summit on Wednesday with attendees from all over the country.
CHLFSA calls on Sac State to increase Latinx/Chicanx representation and leadership
Omid Manavirad, Staffer • September 18, 2024
Mia Settles-Tidwell bids farewell to Sac State
Jada Portillo, Staffer • May 10, 2024
LETTER FROM THE EDITOR: Spring 2024 midway audit results
Julianna Rodriguez, DEI Editor • April 29, 2024
(L-R) Sacramento State Athletic Director Mark Orr and President Luke Wood announce the new multi-use stadium in a press conference Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024. The stadium’s timeline is yet to be announced, but it’s set to hold a minimum of 25,000 attendees and include multiple other upgrades.
BREAKING: Sac State announces plan for new multi-use stadium
The new stadium will hold a minimum of 25,000 attendees
Adam Camarena and Ryan Lorenz • September 26, 2024
Sacramento State is building a new multi-use stadium that will host football, soccer, rugby, intramural, recreational and club sports, convocation, graduation and concerts. 
NEWS
Sac State freshman Kaylee K. Xiong died Sept. 5, 2024 from a scooter accident. Kaylee was 18 and had recently graduated from Valley High School. (Photo courtesy of stepfather Johnny Vang’s Facebook page, Graphic created in Canva by Brionna Woody)
Friends and family pay tribute to freshman Kaylee Xiong
Cheryl Howard, Staffer • September 25, 2024
In memoriam for Kaylee Xiong, who died after a tragic accident in South Sacramento during the third week of the Fall semester.
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
Greg Micek and Finneas Brumbaugh • September 25, 2024
Student safety concerns rise as crime on and around campus increases, according to Clery report.
Iranian percussionist Nariman Assadi accompanied by a dancer, whose dreamlike spinning and whirling movements mesmerized the crowd at the University Union Ballroom Sept. 10. 2024. Traditional Iranian percussionist music was featured as a SWANA cultural display.
SWANA Center opening ceremony celebrates vibrant regional culture
Emilie Jocson, News Staffer • September 24, 2024
Southwest Asian and North African (SWANA) student leaders, faculty and staff were joined by President Luke Wood in the historic opening of Sac State’s newest center Sept. 10.
SPORTS
Sac State sophomore defender Zac Giles brings the ball up the pitch against the University of Pacific Tigers Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Hornets ended the match against the Tigers in a tie.
Hornets find fluidity against the Broncos and Tigers
Jose Diaz, Staffer • September 26, 2024
BREAKING: Sac State announces plan for new multi-use stadium
Adam Camarena and Ryan Lorenz • September 26, 2024
Sac State’s increasing student intercollegiate athletics fee allows for stadium renovations, alumni perks
Andrew Edwards, Staffer • September 25, 2024
The jump: Sac State releases report on viability of move to FBS
Adam Camarena, Sports Editor • September 24, 2024
ANNOUNCEMENTS
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The State Hornet's 75th Anniversary
May 4, 2024
ESPAÑOL
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
Rodolfo Piste Lara, Staffer • September 17, 2024

Muchos eventos ocurren en la Universidad Estatal de Sacramento que conmemora las diferentes comunidades que tenemos en el campus. Estos eventos...

PODCASTS
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Swarm Report: Sac State football preview vs Nicholls, review of 49ers’ and Kings’ offseasons
Mateo Davis and Ryan Lorenz • September 13, 2024
The State Hornet Podcast: Sac State freshman killed in scooter accident, Sac State releases independent examination of CapRadio
Mateo Davis and Aliza Imran • September 12, 2024
Bracketology Ep. #3: The greatness and garbage of Nickelodeon
Aaron Lofton, Staffer • September 9, 2024
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
The crowd sings along to different R&B hits that DJ Seanny Sean plays Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. On stage, a variety of other DJs and their crews hype up the attendees present.
Sacramento’s soulful goodbye to summer: R&B in the Park
Ismael Martinez Castillo, Staffer • September 26, 2024
In Downtown Sacramento, Cesar Chavez Plaza came to life with the echoes of popular slow jams for the very first R&B in the Park event on Sunday night and spotlighted local DJs, art, vendors, and food.
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A deeply saturated Panther Chameleon perches upon a branch out in the open at the Sacramento Reptile Show at Cal Expo on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. This biannual herpetology exposition garnered over 14,000 guests eager to see live reptiles, invertebrates and amphibians.
Sacramento Reptile Show delivers an un-frog-gettable fall exposition
Delaney Joyce, Arts & Entertainment Editor • September 24, 2024
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Honey Disposition sweetens the studio with beach-side folk pop vibes
Cristian Gonzalez • September 24, 2024
Sac State students were able to see live music, buy from student vendors and partake in an array of fun activities at UNiQUE's WEUSI event on Friday, Sept. 13. (Graphic created in Canva by Delaney Joyce)
UNiQUE brings a vibrant atmosphere at the annual WEUSI music festival
Ishana Warren and Chris Johnson • September 17, 2024
MULTIMEDIA
STINGER SOUND SESSIONS: Repunknante travels from San Jose to perform decades-spanning punk tunes
Cristian Gonzalez • May 18, 2024
The San Jose based punk band offers a space to air grievances with the most oppressive aspects of life.
Where to eat on a student budget?: Low-cost options around Sac State
Jessica Shona-Stewart • May 13, 2024
Eating out as a college student shouldn’t have to be expensive. Students share their favorite affordable eats near and on campus and what they order.
The State Hornet Broadcast: Fatal shooting and carjacking, TPUSA protest and sports
Jenn Galinato, Sharmarke Holif, Evan Patocka, and Jonathan Santiago • May 9, 2024
A fatal shooting and carjacking, new ASI government and sports coverage on baseball and tennis.
Sac State Says: The 'Becoming' campus murals are more than just paintings
Donny Ghani and Ismael Martinez Castillo • May 8, 2024
In honor of Sacramento State’s “Becoming” murals being revealed on April 10, students discussed the significance of the university’s plan to become a more diverse, inclusive and anti-racist oriented campus.
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