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Sac State filmmaker’s award-winning climate documentary reveals hidden history beneath Greenland’s ice
June 05, 2025 Associate Professor of Communication Studies Kathy Kasic’s latest film sounds the alarm on global warming with a powerful blend of science and stunning visuals.
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Prominent Nigerian icon Peter Obi visits Sac State, highlights growing international partnerships
May 21, 2025 Sac State’s Center for African Peace and Conflict Resolution recently honored Peter Obi, a prominent Nigerian statesman and business leader, and welcomed him to campus.
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Sac State’s Spring Commencement brings joy, gratitude and a sense of accomplishment
May 19, 2025 More than 6,500 Hornets became graduates during Spring Commencement, marking a major milestone in front of family, friends, and faculty.
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Top graduates reflect the perseverance and promise of Sac State’s newest alumni
May 12, 2025 The University will honor seven graduates with Deans’ Awards and the President’s Medal for academic excellence and service.
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Natural Sciences and Mathematics Dean’s Award winner Noi found her passion for chemistry at Sac State
May 12, 2025 Nang Soyoon Noi, graduating this month with a degree in Biochemistry, was only 16 when she left her homeland of Myanmar to pursue an American education.
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Health and Human Services Dean’s Award winner honors parents’ sacrifices, aims to help underserved communities
May 12, 2025 Jesus Osvaldo Meza Nava, a first-generation college graduate, overcame early struggles, found purpose in physical therapy, and is driven to serve patients facing cultural, financial and language barriers.
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Sexual assault survivor who founded nonprofit to help other survivors receives College of Business Dean’s Award
May 12, 2025 Serena Vu, an international student from Vietnam and her college’s top graduate, created an AI-powered app that provides real-time data on sexual violence incidents.
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First-generation college student wins SSIS Dean’s Award and plans to pursue career in academia
May 12, 2025 Danae Bolton wants to use their experiences as a first-generation college student who struggled with housing and food security to make academia more inclusive.