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November 2011

November 01, 2011

Professor Sergan receives research award

Sacramento State’s 2011-2012 President’s Award for Research and Creative Activity has been presented to Professor Vassili Sergan, Department of Physics and Astronomy. The honor recognizes extraordinary research and creative activity over the past five year.

January 03, 2012

Undersheriff Mark M. Iwasa named police chief

Sacramento County Undersheriff Mark M. Iwasa is Sacramento State’s new campus police chief effective Tuesday, Jan. 3.

November 07, 2011

Faculty Senate Schedule for November

Sacramento State’s 2011-2012 President’s Award for Research and Creative Activity will be presented Tuesday, Nov. 8 to Professor Vassili Sergan, Department of Physics and Astronomy. The ceremony will take place in the University Center Restaurant, and Sergan will give a lecture at 4 p.m. A reception will follow at 5.

November 08, 2011

Sac State alum and Army vet wants to help

Angela Rich is an Army veteran whose passion is making people aware of the experiences of GIs and their families. As such, the Sacramento State graduate is getting involved with the VETS/ROTC Alumni Chapter.

November 08, 2011

Auction 'rocks' the house at Sac State

Rock hounds, gem-seekers, and fossil enthusiasts from across Northern California will gather for a dynamic evening at the eighth annual Sac State Geology Club Rock Auction, 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 18, at the University’s Alumni Center.

November 08, 2011

Weekend sports roundup

Here’s a quick look at how Hornet athletics teams fared this past weekend:

November 10, 2011

Sac State summit focuses on restoring jobs

The revitalization of U.S. manufacturing and its impact on bringing jobs back to the United States were the focus of the Sacramento Manufacturing Summit, “Making the Case for ‘Made in America,’ ” on Thursday, Nov. 10, at Sacramento State’s Alumni Center.

November 12, 2011

Bigger, better Veterans Success Center opens

Sacramento State’s expanded, refurbished Veterans Success Center in Lassen Hall is a metaphorical hornets’ nest of activity. The renowned center helps students get their GI benefits, navigate the admission process and register for courses.

November 14, 2011

Sac State, UC Davis to square off in Causeway Classic

Sacramento State’s football team will butt heads with traditional rival UC Davis on Saturday, Nov. 19, at Hornet Stadium in the 58th annual Causeway Classic.

November 14, 2011

Weekend sports roundup

Here’s a quick look at how Hornet athletics teams fared this past weekend:

November 14, 2011

Library Gallery shines in 'Afterglow'

A 40-year-old West Coast art movement that is still inspiring artists is explored in “Afterglow: Rethinking California Light and Space Art,” a free exhibit running Dec. 2-Feb. 25 in the Sacramento State Library Gallery.

November 14, 2011

Internment is a personal story at forum

The internment of Japanese Americans during World War II becomes more than just a moment in history this week at Sacramento State – it becomes a personal story of overcoming a dark moment in America.

November 15, 2011

Broadway comes to Sac State for the holidays

Spend part of your holiday on New York City’s Great White Way with Sacramento State’s "A Broadway Christmas," starting Dec. 7.

November 15, 2011

Vice President Carole Hayashino accepts position in Hawaii

Carole Hayashino, vice president for University Advancement, will leave Sacramento State to become president and executive director of a statewide nonprofit organization in Hawaii.

November 16, 2011

Sac State Strings make holiday music

Children and music go hand-in-hand at Christmas, and when the children are the ones playing the music, it makes for a very memorable evening.

November 16, 2011

Procession of Carols lights up the holidays

The local premiere of a new setting of “Gloria” for organ, choir and brass ensemble will be featured at Sacramento State’s 27th annual Procession of Carols.

November 17, 2011

Traffic advisory: Folsom Boulevard closure

The Sacramento Police Department is investigating a fatality this afternoon on Folsom Boulevard at State University Drive East.

November 17, 2011

Sac State alum engineers Facebook pages

The next time you check the Facebook page of your favorite celebrity, whether it’s Taylor Lautner or Betty White, Sacramento State alumnus Dave Ferguson will be working hard to make sure you get the information you’re looking for.

November 18, 2011

Faculty Senate Schedule for November and December

November 18, 2011

Open or closed on Thanksgiving weekend?

What’s open and closed at Sacramento State over Thanksgiving weekend? Here are the highlights. (The campus is closed on Thanksgiving Day.)

November 18, 2011

Sac State helps students, families plan for college costs

The California State University system recently developed a Net Price & Cost Calculator (NPCC) that is accessible from the Sacramento State Financial Aid Office, www.csus.edu/faid. The NPCC application is also accessible from www.csumentor.edu.

November 21, 2011

Bidders break record at Sac State Rock Auction

Sacramento State’s annual Rock Auction was a rock-solid success this year. The Nov. 18 event raised $15,000, shattering the record of $11,000 it set last year.

November 21, 2011

Weekend sports roundup

Here’s a quick look at how Hornet athletics teams fared this past weekend:

November 28, 2011

Weekend sports roundup

Here’s a quick look at how Hornet athletics teams fared this past weekend:

November 29, 2011

Union Gallery exhibit examines 'Women and War'

Artwork, photography and memorabilia illustrate “Women and War: Reflections and Portraits,” an exhibit running Dec. 5-16 in the University Union Gallery, located on the second floor.

November 29, 2011

Sac State signs pact with top Korean campus

Sacramento State and Chinju National University of Education (CUE) in South Korea have signed an agreement to cultivate new opportunities and partnerships.

November 29, 2011

‘Broadway Christmas’ helps Toys for Tots

The cast and crew of Sac State’s A Broadway Christmas are extending their Christmas spirit well beyond the proverbial footlights of the University Theatre and helping to make it a brighter holiday for children throughout the community.

November 30, 2011

LegiSchool Town Hall to focus on environmental rules

The next LegiSchool Project Town Hall will consider “California and the Environment: An Examination of Public Policy and Student Perspectives.” It will be held from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, in Assembly Committee Room 4202 at the State Capitol.