| Moving personal stories, plenty of support arise from Young Males of Color conference at Sac State |
Students, educators, and others from across the CSU system and beyond attended the gathering, part of an effort to improve graduation rates and engender greater success among Black, Latino, Pacific Islander, and Native American men. |
Student Success
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-11 |
April |
2022 |
| Sacramento State photography alumni highlight food insecurity through Yolo Food Bank partnership |
The project, through which the artists will provide professional-level photography to nonprofits, is part of Assistant Professor Eliza Gregory’s work to build college-to-career pathways. |
Student Success
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-10-09 |
October |
2023 |
| Letters to 5th-graders let Sac State students get in close touch with the community |
The Community Engagement Center’s long-running Writing Partners pen pal program promotes literacy and higher education, while building important connections. |
Engaged Campus
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-01-12 |
January |
2023 |
| In first Fall Address, President Wood commits to student success, wellness, safety |
Luke Wood formally introduced himself to the campus community during remarks that touched on his background and priorities as Sac State’s new leader. |
University Leadership
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-08-25 |
August |
2023 |
| Late student leader, other notable women receive honor for their influence |
Kaitlin St. Croix, who died on her way to offer another student help, is among 10 '"Women of Influence" the University is recognizing for their positive effect on Sac State and the wider community. |
Community and Engagement
Engaged Campus
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-03-16 |
March |
2021 |
| Women of Sac State’s Combat U fight stereotypes, bring home championships |
Combat U athletes break barriers and win titles in wrestling and boxing while balancing academics and challenging gender norms in traditionally male-dominated sports. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-03-28 |
March |
2025 |
| Wisdom Studio live brings together local leaders, artists, and academics to offer insight into employee well-being |
Discussion series produced by the College of Business will soon launch a new set of videos focusing on well-being following the pandemic. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-05-30 |
May |
2023 |
| Winter Commencement to return to Sac State, with ceremonies at new on-campus event center |
Sacramento State is bringing back Winter Commencement beginning in December, holding ceremonies for those who graduate in December as well as those who missed out on in-person graduation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-24 |
May |
2024 |
| Joyous ‘Graduation Rewind’ celebrates COVID-era graduates as Sac State resumes Winter Commencement |
Graduates of the Class of 2024 braved wind and rain to attend Sac State’s first Winter Commencement since 2017. The University also celebrated 2020 and 2021 graduates who missed walking across the Golden 1 Center stage during the pandemic. |
Commencement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-12-16 |
December |
2024 |
| Sac State students studying wild horses ultimately could help reduce wildfire risk |
Two Sacramento State students are the first participants in an internship designed to gauge the value of wild horses in containing wildfires. They spent two weeks in remote Siskiyou County documenting a wild herd. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-01-24 |
January |
2024 |
| Multiyear mural project showcases Sac State’s efforts to become an antiracist and inclusive campus |
A group of eight artists, including six from Sac State, participated in the first year of a multiyear project to paint murals on the south wall of Santa Clara Hall highlighting the evolution of the University’s Antiracism and Inclusive Campus Plan. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-10-25 |
October |
2022 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Community College leader takes the helm at Orange County college district |
Whitney Yamamura, who has deep roots in Sacramento, spent much of his career in higher education in the Los Rios district before being named chancellor of Coast Community College District in Costa Mesa. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-10-11 |
October |
2022 |
| When Art Is Our Connection to Something Greater |
Finding the essence of art: Artists are attracted to their art for reasons that can be intellectual, emotional, or spiritual. We profile several to plumb those connections. |
Health and Safety
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Ahmed V. Ortiz
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2020-11-18 |
November |
2020 |
| Beyond J podcast: What's in a Pronoun? |
Antonia Peigahi (she, her, they), director of policy and records management at Sacramento State, visits the studio to tell her incredibly personal story of coming out publicly as a transgender woman. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Phillip Altstatt
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2022-03-22 |
March |
2022 |
| Video: President Luke Wood details how Combat U is 'Fighting for You' |
President Luke Wood explains the educational and athletic opportunities available to students through the first-of-its-kind Combat U. "They can train, they can learn." |
Student Life
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News and Communications Staff
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2024-04-25 |
April |
2024 |
| Sac State campus to come alive with music and more during weekend festival |
Saturday’s event, showcasing Sac State alums Consci8us and Oke Junior along with Japanese drums, reggae, rock and jazz, gives students a fun reason to spend off hours on campus. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-09-23 |
September |
2022 |
| The WELL expansion offers more space, services for growing Sac State student population |
Facility is a popular student destination for their recreation, fitness, and health needs. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-10-11 |
October |
2021 |
| Funding secured for new Sacramento State event center |
The venue will host men’s and women’s basketball, women's volleyball, intramural club sports and other sporting events as well as provide a space for entertainment, arts and speakers. |
Community and Engagement
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Brian Blomster
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2023-11-20 |
November |
2023 |
| At Sac State town hall, panelists including California Secretary of State call for urgency, voter participation |
Panelists, who responded to questions from the campus community, warned audience members that voting rights are under attack and encouraged students to exercise their right to vote. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-09-30 |
September |
2022 |
| At Sac State forum, California secretary of state says reparations are ‘about expanding opportunity for everyone’ |
The speech by Shirley Weber, combined with a campus forum on recent police violence, showcased the University’s commitment to antiracism and inclusion. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-02-08 |
February |
2023 |
| Watters family builds a legacy of science and teaching at Sac State |
The Watters family has left a lasting impact on Sacramento State, with multiple generations – Pat Watters, his two sons Cody and Kyle, and their mother – all having strong ties to the University as students, alumni and faculty members in the sciences. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-10-24 |
October |
2018 |
| Carlsen Center co-sponsoring pitch competition to find innovative ways to reduce waste |
The event, a collaboration with the Western Placer Waste Management Authority, will look for new technologies and innovations that can repurpose trash into marketable goods. |
Sustainable Campus
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2023-02-01 |
February |
2023 |
| Sac State professor, students help elementary-schoolers create a campus mural that reflects their lives |
Luis Garcia’s “Barrio Art in the Community” course helped teachers at Washington Elementary School develop curriculum drawing on the students’ identities and experiences, continuing the class’s ongoing community engagement. |
Community and Engagement
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Jonathan Morales
|
2023-12-12 |
December |
2023 |
| Sac State again promotes civic engagement with on-campus Vote Center and ballot drop box |
The University offers multiple ways for voters to easily cast their ballots in the Sept. 14 recall election. |
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-09 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State to open Vote Center, ballot drop box for November general election |
Sac State is making it easier for the campus community and the public to cast their votes on Election Day. The campus will host a Vote Center and have a ballot drop box before the Nov. 5 election. |
Community Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-10-17 |
October |
2024 |
| Vogue Voice |
Made at Sac State: Elaine Welteroth was once a strong-willed student with a clear belief in herself. Now, she is one of her generation's spokeswomen and a major cultural influencer. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
|
2020-11-15 |
November |
2020 |
| Sac State professor’s writing contest promotes the Spanish language, shares personal stories |
The third annual Voces de Sacramento competition drew 60 submissions from community members, including University students, faculty, and staff. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
|
2023-10-20 |
October |
2023 |
| Vince Horiuchi helps kids find confidence through break dancing |
Business Administration alum Vince Horiuchi teaches break dancing to children, helping them build self-confidence through the art form. |
Made At Sac State
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Phillip Altstatt
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2020-01-24 |
January |
2020 |
| Veterans Success Center supports students who have served in the military and their families |
The center opened in 2010 to help Sac State student-veterans and their dependents access veterans education benefits, and has since grown to include a career pathways program, counseling services, and quiet lounge area for students to study and hang out. |
Engaged Campus
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-11-09 |
November |
2022 |
| Student photo project explores humans’ relationship to land |
In addition to taking pictures, students researched and interviewed subjects who were featured in the exhibit in downtown Sacramento earlier this month. |
Student Success
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
|
2022-12-14 |
December |
2022 |
| Green Machine: Sustainable development leader helps farmworker and low-income families find a place to call home |
Vanessa Guerra, raised in a farmworker community, manages affordable housing projects that use sustainable building practices to reduce costs for low-income families. |
Made At Sac State
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John Blomster
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2016-05-11 |
May |
2016 |
| CSU, UC to require COVID-19 vaccinations for people returning to campuses in the fall |
Sac State, which has been delivering vaccinations since February, is among the universities affected by the new guidelines, announced April 22. |
Health and Safety
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-04-22 |
April |
2021 |
| Sac State to lead statewide effort to improve early childhood educator preparation |
$4.5 million grant will fund partnership to better align preschool teacher training programs with state standards and diversify workforce. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
|
2021-06-03 |
June |
2021 |
| Support for Sac State helps power our region |
Two leaders in the region and at Sacramento State share why supporting the University through the On The Rise comprehensive campaign strengthens not only the University, but also the whole community. |
Anchor University
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-03-19 |
March |
2021 |
| Until Next Time: The art of Sac State's refinement |
Until the next time the University produces a Sac State magazine, the director of News and Communications leaves the campus with reflections on its past and a look to its future. |
75th Anniversary
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Brian Blomster
|
2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State library marks 50 years serving students at the center of campus |
Highlighting its value as a student success resource, the University Library opens an exhibit marking five decades as a campus anchor, while continuing to evolve and meet the needs of the Hornet Family. |
Campus Footprint
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-03-19 |
March |
2025 |
| Fueled by record donations, University Foundation provides unprecedented support to Sac State programs |
A variety of campus priorities have received new funding from Sacramento State’s philanthropic arm. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-08-03 |
August |
2021 |
| Ten former foster youth students at Sac State to receive guaranteed income through new United Way program |
Sacramento State Guardian Scholars students, who experienced foster care, will receive $500 a month for a year from United Way Capital Region to ease financial pressures as they complete their college degrees. |
Caring and Support
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2024-04-22 |
April |
2024 |
| Former foster youth at Sac State to receive guaranteed income from United Way for another year |
Ten Hornets who are former foster youth will continue receiving $500 a month, as United Way extends its program to help scholars persist to graduation. |
Hornet Family
Student Success
Wellness and Safety
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2025-05-02 |
May |
2025 |
| U-Nite showcases caliber and breadth of Sac State’s arts and humanities departments |
The annual event at the Crocker Art Museum featured nearly 40 presentations, ranging from music and theater performances to film screenings to expert lectures. |
Excellence in the Arts
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2023-11-14 |
November |
2023 |
| Virtual art exhibit shines spotlight into dark corners of inequity, injustice |
In response to global concerns about police brutality and bigotry, Sac State’s Center on Race, Immigration and Social Justice is launching a project focused on those themes. |
Antiracist Campus
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-05-11 |
May |
2021 |
| ‘We’re not hiding’: How Sac State is supporting undocumented students |
With an incoming presidential administration promising hardline immigration policies, two Sac State experts, one from staff and one from the faculty, talk about how the University supports its students. |
Beyond J
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jonathan Morales
|
2024-12-17 |
December |
2024 |
| Top U.S. education official finds Sac State graduation rate success ‘inspiring’ and a model for others |
James Kvaal, the U.S. under secretary of Education, saw and heard how the University is achieving wide success during an important visit to campus on March 1. |
Graduation 2025
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-03-02 |
March |
2022 |
| Performances at U-Nite! will reflect on tumultuous year |
Organizers and participants in the annual arts and culture event, virtual again this year, invite the public to experience the work of Sac State’s talented faculty. |
Anchor University
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2021-11-03 |
November |
2021 |
| U-Nite arts and culture celebration returns to Crocker Art Museum for 10th anniversary |
Sacramento State’s annual faculty and student showcase, which brings their work into the community in the heart of downtown Sacramento, will take place in-person for the first time since 2019. |
Engaged Campus
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2022-11-08 |
November |
2022 |
| Two experienced academics appointed interim deans |
Kevan Shafizadeh will lead the College of Engineering and Computer Science and Mary Maguire will helm the College of Health and Human Services while the University conducts a national search for permanent leadership. |
University Honors
Faculty Excellence
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-04-23 |
April |
2021 |
| 2020 President's Medal honoree Marielle Tsukamoto's legacy hinges on heritage |
Her passion for justice, activism and education developed after experiencing the injustice of Japanese American internment. |
University Honors
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2021-07-08 |
July |
2021 |
| Sac State community celebrates philanthropist Ernest E. Tschannen on his 100th birthday |
The Hornet Family gathered outside the Tschannen Science Complex to honor the major Sac State supporter, who has donated over $20 million to support students. |
Research and Innovation
Philanthropy
Hornet Family
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Jonathan Morales
|
2025-05-02 |
May |
2025 |
| First-generation Sac State graduate student earns CSU’s top academic honor |
Carla Cruz Medina is among the 2021 Trustees' Award honorees, accomplished scholars from each CSU university who have overcome adversity, excelled academically and participated in community service. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-09-13 |
September |
2021 |
| Trustees’ Award winner Kenya Burton has found poetry in a life of hard challenges |
The Sac State senior, who plans to open a nonprofit for families escaping domestic violence, is one of 23 students selected for the CSU’s highest recognition of student accomplishment. |
CSU Trustees Award
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-09-12 |
September |
2022 |
| Student-designed sculpture ‘Tributary’ debuts in Sac State Welcome Center plaza |
Artists persevered across three pandemic-interrupted years to complete the 15-foot structure that pays tribute to the University’s students, faculty, and staff. |
Student Success
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2023-03-23 |
March |
2023 |
| Sac State partners with California Tribal College to boost Native American student success |
Native Americans face considerable obstacles to higher education. A new alliance between Sac State and the California Tribal College seeks to help more of them enroll in and graduate from college. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-04-16 |
April |
2024 |
| STEM lecturer turns 'event where I died' into help for pandemic-era trauma |
Joyce Mikal-Flynn, professor of Nursing and trauma survivor, is applying her work in rehabilitation to people dealing with pain and challenges resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
Faculty Excellence
|
Dixie Reid
|
2021-03-03 |
March |
2021 |
| Sac State to offer admission to more community college students |
Community college students no longer must earn their associate’s degrees before entering Sac State. This spring, the University will offer lower-division students the opportunity to become Hornets. |
Student Success
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-11-12 |
November |
2024 |
| Sac State Professor wins EPA grant to monitor trash and clean up San Francisco Bay |
Julian Fulton, an Environmental Studies professor, was awarded a $742,240 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant to expand his trash monitoring program to Contra Costa County. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
Faculty Excellence
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2024-05-23 |
May |
2024 |
| Tracy Young brings the construction industry into the mobile era |
Tracy Young, CEO of PlanGrid, is bringing the construction industry into the mobile era with a software platform she co-founded that provides digital blueprints for construction projects, drawing upon her education and experience as a Sacramento State construction management alumna. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2017-11-28 |
November |
2017 |
| Storytelling conference aims at ‘model minority’ stereotype binding Asian students |
The event will provide APIDA students a platform to challenge and dispel long-held assumptions about supposed innate advantages enjoyed by Asians. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-02-02 |
February |
2022 |
| Attorney Tiffani Sharp empowers women in Sacramento and abroad |
Alumna is founder of Willow Tree Roots, a nonprofit organization designed to help women entrepreneurs both in developing countries and at home. |
Community and Engagement
Made At Sac State
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2021-02-08 |
February |
2021 |
| Though virtual, Physical Therapy clinics remain hands-on |
Telemedicine has allowed Sac State to expand the reach of its free clinics and find creative ways to help clients. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
|
2020-12-08 |
December |
2020 |
| Third annual Give Sac State Day raises more than $340,000 |
The annual day-of-giving challenge called upon alumni, faculty, staff, friends, and others to make a donation of any size to support students - with notable results. |
Philanthropy and Giving
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2021-04-27 |
April |
2021 |
| Behind the scenes, design and tech students take the lead on theater productions |
Students have been given greater control over lighting, sets, and other elements of this fall’s performances, practical experience that will help prepare them for careers. |
Student Success
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2022-11-18 |
November |
2022 |
| In ‘The Laramie Project,’ Sac State theater students tell powerful and still-relevant story |
The dramatic retelling of Matthew Shepard’s death resonates during a time when the rights of LGBTQ individuals and others are under attack, the production’s actors and director say. |
Excellence in the Arts
Inclusion and Diversity
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2022-11-03 |
November |
2022 |
| Professor's documentary takes a deep dive into scientific research |
Kathy Kasic spent six weeks in Antarctica filming researchers’ efforts to study a lake buried beneath 3,600 feet of ice. |
Research and Innovation
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Jonathan Morales
|
2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Thankfulness takes many forms in a challenging year |
Members of the Sac State community consider low-key but sincere ways to mark Thanksgiving during the pandemic. |
Engaged Campus
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2020-11-24 |
November |
2020 |
| Sacramento State receives federal funding to enhance success for Latinx and other Engineering students |
$3 million in new federal funding will help Sac State redesign key online courses to help reduce failure rates, particularly among Latinx students, and also pay for upgraded technology for students from migrant families. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-10-18 |
October |
2023 |
| Tech Art Summit gives local underserved middle school students opportunity to showcase creativity, engineering skills |
The pilot program designed by the College of Engineering and Computer Science, in partnership with charter school Aspire Capitol Heights Academy, plans to expand and hold an annual expo. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
|
Daniel Wilson
|
2022-12-06 |
December |
2022 |
| Substitute Teacher Fair, residency programs highlight Sac State’s innovative efforts to address educator shortages |
The College of Education at Sacramento State continues to invest in its longstanding partnerships with local school districts as it works with them to provide support in training educators and to help fill open positions during a time when teacher shortages have been accelerated by retirements and resignations amid a pandemic. |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
Anchor University
|
Daniel Wilson
|
2022-09-28 |
September |
2022 |
| Domestic violence survivor is founder of nonprofit that helps women, children, and other victims of abuse |
Social Work alumna Tanya Brownrigg broke three generations of violence in her family. She now pays it forward by helping others do the same thing. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2023-10-12 |
October |
2023 |
| Dancer and entrepreneur empowers young people through arts and media |
Tamaira Sandifer, whose studio teaches young people skills ranging from hip-hop to financial literacy, says Sac State provided her with hope and guidance during challenging times. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2022-01-28 |
January |
2022 |
| Campus community rallies, marches to end sexual violence |
During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Hornets gathered in support of survivors. The Take Back the Night event occurred as Sac State has taken steps to improve campus safety in response to concerns about sexual violence. |
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-04-28 |
April |
2023 |
| Kung fu and tai chi classes launch effort to transform Main Quad into a community gathering space |
The free classes, held in the new Acorn Amphitheater near the entrance to campus, are part of an effort to create a space for cultural events and educational engagement for the campus and Sacramento community. |
Community Engagement
Wellness and Safety
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2024-10-03 |
October |
2024 |
| Virtual theater production receives multiple national awards |
Sac State’s fall staging of ‘Sweat,” done entirely online, is recognized by the Kennedy Center American College Theater Festival as among the best in the country. |
Excellence in the Arts
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2021-05-28 |
May |
2021 |
| Sac State celebrates grand opening of SWANA center, serving students from Southwest Asia and North Africa |
With traditional food, dance and music, Sac State officially opens its SWANA Center, the latest on-campus space to support and welcome students from traditionally underrepresented backgrounds. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-09-11 |
September |
2024 |
| Sutter, Serra are not our heroes, Native American panelists say |
Take down statues of abusive colonists, say participants in a Sac State webinar. |
Community and Engagement
Faculty Excellence
Inclusion and Diversity
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-04-07 |
April |
2021 |
| Recognition comes as two major projects push campus toward environment-friendly goal |
Installation of a large solar array and retrofitting of lighting in the University Library help Sac State earn a Gold rating for its work toward achieving carbon neutrality. |
Sustainable Campus
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-05-07 |
May |
2021 |
| Sac State embraces a 'circle of Sustainability' as it moves closer to ambitious climate goals |
A dedicated team tackles everything from rescuing bees to turning food waste into clean energy that helps power campus events in an effort to reduce the University’s carbon footprint. |
Sustainability
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2025-04-14 |
April |
2025 |
| Support for growth and success is a key Sac State legacy |
Sacramento State grew from something of an educational start-up into an essential institution in California’s capital, doing so through engagement with and support from countless individuals, businesses and organizations. On The Rise: The Campaign for Sacramento State is helping the University maintain its upward trajectory. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
|
News and Advancement Staff
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| Format changes, but Super Sunday's outreach for Black higher education remains |
During annual Super Sunday activities, Sac State and other universities across the CSU system reached out to congregants of historically Black churches, extolling the virtues of higher education. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-02-26 |
February |
2021 |
| President Wood sings the praises of Sac State, Black Honors College during ‘Super Sunday’ |
Sac State representatives visited four predominantly Black Sacramento churches to speak with parishioners about the value of higher education and share information about the University and its new Black Honors College. |
Community and Engagement
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-02-26 |
February |
2024 |
| At church services across the region, Sac State leaders encourage Black students to pursue higher education |
During the CSU’s annual Super Sunday, University administrators attended services at seven predominantly Black churches to talk to prospective students and their families about Sac State’s programs and resources. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2025-02-25 |
February |
2025 |
| Sac State officials visit Black churches on ‘Super Sunday’ to sing the praises of higher education |
A college education has never been more valuable, Provost Carlos Nevarez told congregants during the annual event that encourages students and their parents to consider becoming a Hornet. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-02-28 |
February |
2023 |
| 3D printing, ‘career visions’ courses highlight Sac State’s Summer Youth Academies |
The annual enrichment program for middle and high school students begins June 20 and offer youths an opportunity to explore careers such as engineering, teaching, forensics, and more. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2023-06-13 |
June |
2023 |
| Summer Youth Academies to provide engaging enrichment classes for hundreds of local K-12 students |
As many as 500 Sacramento-area seventh- through 12th-graders will participate in the University’s annual summer programming, which focuses on popular and emerging career industries such as teaching, law enforcement and artificial intelligence. |
Community Engagement
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2024-06-18 |
June |
2024 |
| Summer research program gives Sac State students hands-on experience – and a paycheck |
Sac State students who might otherwise be working in coffee shops or offices this summer are getting paid to conduct important research on campus. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2025-07-03 |
July |
2025 |
| Summer enrichment programs for middle and high school students return, many of them in person |
Nearly half of the offerings through Sac State’s Academic Enrichment and Summer Academies programs will be on-campus following two years of fully virtual programming, providing participating local youth with a taste of college life, |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
Anchor University
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2022-06-02 |
June |
2022 |
| Youth explore careers, campus life through Sac State’s immersive Summer Youth Academies |
Middle and high school students gain hands-on experience and explore career paths during weeklong summer courses focused on topics ranging from business to the arts to forensics and more. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-07-01 |
July |
2025 |
| Study reveals keys to train teachers to deal with bullying |
Research from Sac State professor shows teacher candidates lack specific knowledge about bullying and interventions. |
Caring and Support
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-01-21 |
January |
2021 |
| Study highlights child care struggles of low-income families |
Sac State researcher calls for workplace accommodations and government assistance to help parents in low-wage jobs. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-01-27 |
January |
2021 |
| Study Abroad back on track after long pandemic interruption |
Foreign learning opportunities for students going from and coming to Sac State provide more than a great classroom experience. |
Community and Engagement
Engaged Campus
Academic Excellence
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-07 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Zaid Darwish |
Stinger Expo founder selected Sac State for its affordability and diversity. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Yee Thao |
First-generation Hmong American said University’s Full Circle Project inspired her to learn more about how her culture and ethnic identity connect to academia. |
Student Success
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Vira Sypyuk |
Vira Sypyuk, a master’s candidate in School Psychology, fled Ukraine with her family when war broke out in 2014. Now, she’s helping others there and in the Sacramento region during the current conflict. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Talisa Vigil |
Former collegiate softball player, who now coaches with her dad, took the long way to Sac State, but says she’s found her new “home.” |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Spencer Scruggs |
After a winding journey that has taken him across the country to four colleges in three cities, Communication Studies major has found a home as a Hornet. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Rachel Wolff |
History graduate student, a third-generation alumna, is already making her mark on historical records. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Kenya Burton |
The 2022 Trustees’ Award winner chose Sac State for its diversity. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Anthony Perez |
Sac State was the perfect choice for Anthony Perez, who has flourished in his Chemistry studies. Perez recently won a top award in a CSU biotechnology competition. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State, and here's why: Aissatou Fall |
Civil Engineering student Aissatou Fall choose Sac State because of the culture, diversity, and its proximity to a wide variety of food, and she’s making the most of her time at the University. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State student researchers win four awards at statewide competition |
Hornets came home from the annual CSU Student Research Competition with three first-place and one second-place award, another strong showing for Sac State’s student researchers. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-06-07 |
June |
2024 |
| Federal grant will help growing student-parent population pay for child care |
About a third of Sac State’s students are parents, a dramatic jump from five years ago. One of their biggest challenges is paying for child care, a problem that $1.9 million in new funding will help address. |
Caring and Support
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-10-05 |
October |
2022 |
| Sac State’s Student Academic Success Day promotes student achievement |
The daylong event on Sept. 26, will feature workshops, resource fairs, and other programming to help students thrive both on campus and after graduation. Students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to participate. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-09-22 |
September |
2022 |
| Sacramento State’s String Project expands access to music education for K-12 students |
For more than 20 years, the String Project has offered local children affordable violin and viola lessons, taught by Sac State music students. |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-05-01 |
May |
2024 |
| Once Sac State soccer players, Lisa Wrightsman and Tiffany Fraser now use sport to help transform lives |
Lisa Wrightsman and Tiffany Fraser, founders of Street Soccer Sacramento, use personal experience in building an organization serving homeless individuals, at-risk youth, and other underserved populations. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-10-29 |
October |
2021 |
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We're a caring campus, and that's never more important than when the Hornet Family and the community at large face tough challenges. Here are resources and places to experience rest and refuge in the wake of the recent storms. |
Caring and Support
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News and Communications Staff
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2023-01-12 |
January |
2023 |
| Asian American Studies program receives $300,000 state grant to share community stories |
A new Stop the Hate grant will continue an Asian American Studies class in which students produce short documentaries on local Asian Pacific Islanders during the pandemic as well as launch a new Ethnic Studies media lab. |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-05-06 |
May |
2024 |
| Student documentary showcase focuses on Asian Pacific Islanders grappling with pandemic, rise in hate crimes |
The Asian American Studies program at Sac State used a $150,000 Stop the Hate grant to help students create documentaries challenging the anti-Asian rhetoric of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Engaged Campus
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-04-27 |
April |
2023 |
| Sac State researchers join effort to help more Stockton students attend, graduate from college |
A team of Sac State researchers will study the impact of the Stockton Scholars program, identify potential improvements, and grow support. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-05-04 |
May |
2021 |
| StingerStudio Makerspace provides access to high-end equipment, hands-on learning |
The new space University Library provides opportunities for students to craft, learn from, and work with high-end equipment such as 3D printers, laser cutters. |
Research and Innovation
Academic Excellence
Excellence in the Arts
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-03-03 |
March |
2023 |
| Longtime Sac State health leader receives CSU’s top employee honor for her impact on students’ well-being |
Joy Stewart-James is honored with the prestigious Wang Family Excellence Award, which recognizes faculty and staff members for their commitment to students, scholarship, and service. |
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-01-24 |
January |
2023 |
| Sac State alum launches scholarship to increase diversity in STEM |
Christian Torres raised $10,000 to support students of color studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-06-25 |
June |
2021 |
| Sac State professors and students join forces to promote renewable energy, foster interest in STEM |
A team of interdisciplinary professors received a $25,000 research seed grant to promote renewable energy options in low income neighborhoods and get local high school students excited about careers in science and technology. |
Sustainability
Research and Innovation
Community Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-01-29 |
January |
2025 |
| Sac State works with area educators to help them update student teachers’ approach to STEM |
Sacramento-area teachers and University faculty gather on campus to learn ways to train and support the next generation of math and science teachers. |
Engaged Campus
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-06-22 |
June |
2022 |
| $3.8 million in grants secured for programs to support underrepresented STEM students |
People of color and those with disabilities are underrepresented in science fields. Two federal grants will help Sac State students pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-04-05 |
April |
2024 |
| Sac State Biology students tap the potential of stem cells to cure illnesses |
In a state-of-the-art laboratory at UC Davis Health, Sac State science students are studying the power of stem cells to treat diseases including bone disorders. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-07-24 |
July |
2024 |
| Steady Sac State enrollment bucks pandemic-era trend |
As a second full semester of virtual courses begins, Sac State students are pursuing degrees in near-record numbers. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-01-29 |
January |
2021 |
| State Hornet brings home nine awards from national college media convention |
Sac State’s student news publication was named the second-best college news website in the nation, among several other accolades. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-03-30 |
March |
2023 |
| Spring semester will begin with mostly virtual classes due to COVID-19 surge |
President Nelsen announced that the first two weeks of the semester will be online while reaffirming the University's commitment to a robust return to in-person classes on Feb. 7. |
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-01-06 |
January |
2022 |
| Spring exhibits highlight Sac State’s impact on, connections to regional art world |
An exhibition on humor as a feminist strategy, featuring several alumni and former faculty, and another on a local legend and longtime professor are now open in the University Library Gallery. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-02-08 |
February |
2024 |
| Sacramento State’s spring enrollment hits historic high |
Sac State exceeds CSU enrollment goals as admissions and outreach efforts result in highest spring head count in University history. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-03-17 |
March |
2025 |
| Sac State’s Spring Commencement brings joy, gratitude and a sense of accomplishment |
More than 6,500 Hornets became graduates during Spring Commencement, marking a major milestone in front of family, friends, and faculty. |
Commencement
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-05-19 |
May |
2025 |
| Transcript of President Nelsen's 2022 Spring Address |
Read the text of President Robert S. Nelsen's Spring Address, "The Healing University," delivered Jan. 21, 2022. |
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Robert S. Nelsen, President
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2022-01-31 |
January |
2022 |
| In Spring Address, President Nelsen calls for healing and continued progress toward graduation, equity goals |
The University's leader challenges Sac State to help heal a divided community and country while continuing to increase grad rates and ensure success extends to traditionally underserved students. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-01-21 |
January |
2022 |
| President Wood emphasizes positive gains, welcomes new students as Spring semester begins |
Sac State kicks off the new semester with the President’s Spring Address and Convocation, the University’s formal welcome to 2,300 new students. |
University Leadership
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-01-17 |
January |
2025 |
| President's Spring Address on Jan. 21 to focus on key issues during a challenging time |
President Robert S. Nelsen, reflecting on an unprecedented era for the University amid societal tension and change, will share his vision for advancing Sac State's mission, while spotlighting its significant accomplishments. |
Anchor University
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-01-20 |
January |
2022 |
| In Spring Address, President Luke Wood outlines plans sparked by comprehensive listening tour |
Sacramento State President Luke Wood is putting concerns into action as he announces results of “listening sessions” with students, faculty, and staff members. |
University Leadership
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-01-18 |
January |
2024 |
| New special education teacher residency program aims to better prepare, support future educators |
The Sacramento Metro Special Education Teacher Residency scholarship program provides on-the-job training and nearly $40,000 in funds for teacher candidates pursuing careers working with students with special needs. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-01-10 |
January |
2024 |
| The State Hornet launches Spanish-language section with original content and translation of major stories |
The student-run news site features articles, podcasts and video broadcasts in English and Spanish tackling issues facing Latinx communities in English and Spanish. |
Academic Excellence
Student Success
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-12-08 |
December |
2022 |
| Sacramento State installs more than 2,500 solar panels as part of efforts to reach carbon neutrality by 2040 |
Solar panel arrays atop two campus parking structures will save the University hundreds of thousands of dollars and conserve millions of kilowatt hours of energy annually. |
Sustainable Campus
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-08-09 |
August |
2023 |
| Eclipse party draws large, enthusiastic crowd to Sacramento State |
More than 1,000 people descended upon the Tschannen Science Complex for a solar eclipse viewing event. Donning protective safety glasses, they witnessed an astronomical marvel. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-10-16 |
October |
2023 |
| Sac State Music professor composes piece for San Francisco Symphony’s Lunar New Year concert |
The new orchestral work from Shuying Li, head of the School of Music’s Composition program, touches on themes of rebirth and transformation and reflects Li’s desire to bridge cultures. |
Excellence in the Arts
Faculty Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-02-05 |
February |
2025 |
| Jewelry, Sacramento State are both traditions for Sharif family |
The Sharif family has a long tradition with Sacramento State, with patriarch Mahmud Sharif and four of his children earning degrees from the University before going on to run the family's chain of jewelry stores. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-06-17 |
June |
2018 |
| Shamona Thompson Ross, who went from high school dropout to top Sac State student, receives CSU’s highest honor |
Master’s student who enrolled at the University after navigating homelessness, single motherhood, and a cancer diagnosis is among the winners of the 2023 Trustees Award for Outstanding Achievement. |
CSU Trustees Award
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-09-11 |
September |
2023 |
| Social work alumna blends homeless advocacy with humor |
Shahera Hyatt, director of the California Homeless Youth Project and Sacramento State social work alumna, blends her advocacy for homeless youth with her passion for comedy, using humor to shed light on social justice issues informed by her own experiences with homelessness. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-01-09 |
January |
2018 |
| Amid pandemic, coffee truck stirs business and community success |
Shadi Khattab, a Syrian immigrant, has drawn on his business acumen and passion for the community to launch his new coffee shop. |
Made At Sac State
Hornet Family
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-02-04 |
February |
2021 |
| Sac State’s Institute for Social Research helps document alarming level of sex trafficking in Sacramento County |
The newly released study, the first of its kind in California, estimates more than 13,000 people were victims between 2015 and 2020. The data gathered could lead to more and better services for them. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-07-21 |
July |
2022 |
| Seniors, environmental justice to benefit from Alternative Spring Break |
Alternative Spring Break will find dozens of Hornets helping others. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-03-22 |
March |
2021 |
| Exhibit of poetry, art and fashion showcases Iranian history and women’s struggle for human rights |
Professor Jaleh Naasz curated “The Seen Iranian Woman” exhibit on display in the Union Gallery through Nov. 16 to shed light on the universal struggle for women’s rights after a 22-year-old in Iran was beaten and killed by the morality police for violating the country’s strict dress codes. |
Faculty Excellence
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-10-26 |
October |
2023 |
| Sac State joins worldwide alliance of experts promoting global sustainable development |
Sac State faculty, students, and staff have access to SDG Academy online classes and research from all over the world. |
Sustainable Campus
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-04-04 |
April |
2023 |
| Revived gallery show embraces the art behind children’s ‘scribbles’ |
A collection of art created by little ones at the ASI Children's Center represents a small but important creative revival at the repopulated Sac State. |
Caring and Support
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-14 |
September |
2021 |
| For Kings' ‘Fresh,’ childhood passion becomes dream job |
Scott Freshour turned his passion for the Sacramento Kings into his dream job as the NBA team's emcee and producer of live entertainment, drawing upon skills he developed while a student at Sacramento State. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-04-19 |
April |
2018 |
| Scholarships, basic-needs support help students follow their educational paths |
When students need help toward their goals, people who believe in Sac State are there to help fund programs that provide the assistance that makes a difference. |
Caring and Support
Inclusion and Diversity
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Ahmed V. Ortiz
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| ‘A very useful robot’: Sac State’s AI chief assesses the state of artificial intelligence in the classroom and beyond |
Sasha Sidorkin, director of the National Institute on AI in Society, takes a measured approach to the opportunities – and challenges – AI presents. |
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-10-08 |
October |
2024 |
| New endowed chair will explore public service in the aftermath of pandemic |
Sacramento State has appointed Assistant Professor Sara McClellan as the new Hazel Cramer Endowed Chair in the Department of Public Policy and Administration. |
Faculty Excellence
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-06-18 |
June |
2021 |
| Student-led research team preserves, documents 600-plus collection of African cultural items |
The Sankofa Research Team is cataloging baskets, drums and tools donated to Sacramento State, and will eventually share them through an on-campus exhibit, online collection and visits to local schools. |
Research and Innovation
Community Engagement
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-02-07 |
February |
2025 |
| After ‘winding road’ to a data science career, Sadie St. Lawrence helps women find a home in the industry |
Sadie St. Lawrence, lead data scientist at VSP and founder of the nonprofit Women in Data, took a winding path to discovering her passion for data science at Sacramento State and now works to create diversity in the field and build a strong data science community in the Sacramento region. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-08-16 |
August |
2017 |
| Sac State's innovative parking structure earns high honor |
Attaining a level of sustainability found at no other university, Sac State's PS5 gets rare Gold certification. |
Sustainable Campus
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Dixie Reid
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2020-12-03 |
December |
2020 |
| New online database showcases University’s faculty and graduate research |
Sac State Scholars faculty-profile system and repository will help people on and off campus locate experts in nearly every academic field. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-11-29 |
November |
2021 |
| Sac State prepares to answer COVID-19 vaccination call |
Having completed several practice runs, the University awaits designation by Sacramento County as a distribution point. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2020-12-17 |
December |
2020 |
| Sac State lecturer promotes women in science through art |
With classes resuming on campus and online, Sacramento State is prepared for challenges presented by current conditions. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2020-12-11 |
December |
2020 |
| Sac State celebrates six individuals by bestowing on them the University’s highest honors |
Community difference-makers are honored with honorary doctorates and the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. |
University Honors
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-06-08 |
June |
2021 |
| President Nelsen: Video message to the Hornet Family |
The killings in downtown Sacramento on April 3 shook the entire region. President Robert S. Nelsen offers solace and support to the Sac State community and calls for us to be there for each other. |
Caring and Support
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Robert S. Nelsen, President
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2022-04-06 |
April |
2022 |
| Sacramento Republic FC Hornets say Sac State set them up for success at their hometown soccer club |
Seven Sac State alumni work for Republic FC in fields ranging from accounting to communications to videography, taking their talent from one Sacramento institution to another. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-08-22 |
August |
2023 |
| Ryan Todd shares his journey from Environmental Studies student to campus director of Sustainability and Energy |
Sac State alum joins “Beyond J” to share what inspired him to become an environmental advocate and discuss the University’s latest sustainability work. |
Sustainability
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-04-22 |
April |
2025 |
| Ryan Todd builds ‘culture of sustainability’ at Sac State |
Sac State alumnus Ryan Todd leads sustainability initiatives, making the university a green campus leader. Efforts include student-driven projects, LEED certified buildings, and a focus on reducing emissions. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-04-03 |
April |
2017 |
| The Sac State alum behind the world’s smartest arena |
Sacramento State grad Ryan Montoya is the CTO behind Golden 1 Center's technology, making it one of the most advanced arenas in the world. Its network can handle 250,000 Instagram posts per second. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-03-13 |
March |
2017 |
| For Grocers Association president, career comes full circle |
Ron Fong, president and CEO of the California Grocers Association, is using his Sacramento State education in organizational psychology and his experience growing up working in his family's grocery store to advocate on behalf of approximately 500 retail members and over 250 suppliers statewide. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-05-26 |
May |
2017 |
| ‘The fish will tell you everything,’ says Sac State’s Ron Coleman, who has spent decades studying their parenting habits |
The Biological Sciences professor joins “Beyond J” to discuss his love of studying fish, yearly adventures in Costa Rica, efforts to involve students in his research and his insistence that his lab be open to the public. |
Research and Innovation
Beyond J
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-12-03 |
December |
2024 |
| From farmhand to trailblazer: How Sac State alumnus Roger Fong made history |
Roger Fong, who graduated in 1956 with a degree in Business Administration, became the nation's first Asian American elected county assessor and co-founded Five Star Bank, cementing his legacy as a leader and role model for the Sacramento community. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-05-31 |
May |
2024 |
| Hundreds of K-12 students visit Sac State to see — and touch — what makes it special |
Roberts Family Development Center students experienced university life during a field trip that included a planetarium show, the Vertebrate Museum, a scavenger hunt on the quad, and kayaking at the Aquatic Center. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-07-19 |
July |
2022 |
| Sac State prepares to safely welcome the Hornet Family back to campus |
The University has taken significant measures to ensure a safe return to campus for students, faculty and staff in the fall, while continuing to emphasize the importance of vaccinations. |
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-06-03 |
June |
2021 |
| Sac State restorative justice program works to make a difference in the lives of inmates, victims of crime |
At Folsom prison, Sac State professors are leading workshops designed to help violent criminals come to terms with their crimes and the harm they have caused. The weekly “restorative justice” sessions are part of a relatively new approach designed to create positive change in the lives of inmates and their victims. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-09-15 |
September |
2022 |
| Sac State students soar at annual CSU research competition |
Hornets collected six awards at this year’s CSU Student Research Competition, more than any other campus in the system. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-05-11 |
May |
2023 |
| Rene Syler reflects on success, failure, and persistence |
Rene Syler, a Sacramento State alumna and former co-host of CBS News' The Early Show, has persevered through personal and professional challenges, including a double mastectomy and being fired from her job, by embracing the motto "just keep going" and reinventing herself as an author and entrepreneur. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-07-25 |
July |
2018 |
| Renaissance Society Continues to Provide ASI Food Pantry Support |
A helping hand: The ASI Food Pantry enjoys strong support from the Renaissance Society. |
Health and Safety
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Dixie Reid
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2020-11-18 |
November |
2020 |
| Renaissance Society hosts free summer program celebrating diversity and untold stories |
The program that provides lifelong learning opportunities for older adults, while giving important financial and other support to Sac State students, is looking to add new members and increase diversity. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-27 |
June |
2023 |
| Happiness a way of life for Rekhi Singh, 2021 President's Medal recipient |
A gift from the innovative businessman and philanthropist created Sac State's first endowed - and upbeat - professorship |
University Honors
Philanthropy and Giving
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-07-20 |
July |
2021 |
| Registration underway for key student-support events |
Despite the pandemic, a run and walk that have become popular, important campus traditions will continue. |
Health and Safety
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Dixie Reid
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2021-01-14 |
January |
2021 |
| Exhibit showcases the diversity and impact of Art department’s former faculty |
“Recycle of Time,” on display in the University Library Gallery, features the work of 25 former Sac State Art professors, including Wayne Thiebaud, Ruth Rippon, Esteban Villa, and many others who became internationally recognized. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-11-18 |
November |
2022 |
| Graduate student works to improve disability culture, create inclusive spaces and community |
Doctorate in Educational Leadership graduate Rachel Stewart – who has used a wheelchair since the age of 5 – has dedicated her life’s work to changing the conversation when it comes to disability culture. |
Commencement
Inclusion and Diversity
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-05-15 |
May |
2023 |
| Sac State now a research university, joins prestigious list of universities with ‘high research activity’ |
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching has recognized Sac State for its commitment to research and scholarly work with an R2 institution designation, the first time that the University has achieved the status. |
Research and Innovation
Honors and Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-02-13 |
February |
2025 |
| First exhibit financed by new fund for visiting artists is an interactive, ever-changing sensory experience |
Three artists are spending four weeks in the Else Gallery installing artwork and engaging directly with Sac State students. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-02-16 |
February |
2023 |
| On walls and elsewhere, campus comes alive with public art |
In recent years, Sacramento State has embraced large, public works of art in a major way. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Chancellor appoints Sac State Provost Steve Perez interim president for San Jose State; Carlos Nevarez will become interim provost |
Perez takes vast experience to new leadership opportunity, while Nevarez brings his strong background in higher education research, policy, and academic administration to bear on his new administrative role at Sac State. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-11-22 |
November |
2021 |
| Sac State faculty explore how to redesign online courses to boost student confidence and success |
A group of faculty is studying how redesigning online STEM courses affects online learners, thanks to a $344,000 National Science Foundation grant. |
Research and Innovation
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-01-31 |
January |
2025 |
| Grant-funded home to help clear path for students coming to Sac State from prison |
Sac State will purchase and operate a home to provide housing for formerly incarcerated students enrolled in the highly successful Project Rebound while they pursue their higher education. Money for the project comes from the Project Rebound Consortium, Sac State's President's Office, and University Enterprises Inc. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-08-09 |
August |
2022 |
| Sac State purchases homes for students released from prison and pursuing their degrees |
Finding stable housing is a daunting challenge for students who have spent time in prison. Sac State’s Project Rebound soon will welcome eight formerly incarcerated students into two newly purchased homes designed to help them on the road to stability. |
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-02-17 |
February |
2023 |
| Project Rebound helps formerly incarcerated students rebuild their lives |
Jon Hernandez wondered whether he would be able to bounce back after spending time in prison. With the help of Sac State’s Project Rebound program, he is well on his way. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-01-17 |
January |
2024 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering classes focus on active learning to address equity gaps |
The National Science Foundation awarded the College of Engineering and Computer Science nearly $600,000 to revamp several key courses with a greater focus on engagement. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-09-19 |
September |
2023 |
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Faculty Excellence
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2021-07-01 |
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2021 |
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Faculty Excellence
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2021-04-01 |
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Faculty Excellence
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2023-10-01 |
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2022-10-01 |
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2022-01-01 |
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2021-01-01 |
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News and Communications Staff
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2024-04-01 |
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News and Communications Staff
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2023-04-01 |
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2023 |
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-04-01 |
April |
2022 |
| Sac State professor, alum pair up to teach theater to incarcerated individuals at Folsom prison |
The Folsom Prison Theatre Troupe, a partnership with the Prison Arts Collective, is aimed at giving incarcerated individuals a voice and building empathy for those behind bars. |
Community Engagement
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-03-28 |
March |
2024 |
| Sac State faculty mentor Folsom prisoners who teach art classes to fellow prisoners |
Through the Prison Arts Collective, Stephen Blumberg and Rachel Clarke help incarcerated individuals develop teaching skills and build a sense of community and confidence behind prison walls. |
Community and Engagement
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-01-31 |
January |
2024 |
| Critical work to defend Sac State community's health leads to President's Medal for Joy Stewart-James |
Her leadership, advocacy, collaboration and hard work put Joy Stewart-James at the forefront of the University's efforts to thwart the advance of COVID-19. |
University Honors
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-10 |
September |
2021 |
| Prestigious CSU service award honors chemistry professor |
Katherine McReynolds is presented systemwide award in recognition of her commitment to biotechnology programs. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-01-07 |
January |
2021 |
| Native American leader, who fought for two decades to restore local tribe’s rights, to receive President’s Medal for Distinguished Service |
Mary Tarango led a 22-year effort to win back federal recognition for the Wilton Rancheria, a Miwok Tribe in Sacramento County near Elk Grove. |
University Honors
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-04-13 |
April |
2023 |
| President’s Medal recipient Xico Gonzalez uses his art to campaign for social justice |
The artist and teacher’s work has graced local and national venues, and has been displayed during marches and vigils in the capital city and beyond. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-04-13 |
April |
2023 |
| President's Medal recipient has turned his success and art into an ongoing community gift |
Tim Collom's professional achievements gave him opportunities to indulge his love for painting, which became a foundation for his commitment to helping the community. His work for others earned Collom this year's President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. |
University Honors
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-04-06 |
April |
2022 |
| At Feb. 3 Open Forum, let the CSU know what you want in Sac State's next president |
Students, faculty, staff, and members of the community at large have the opportunity on Feb. 3 to offer details about what they want in a successor to retiring President Robert S. Nelsen. |
Presidential Search
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News and Communications Staff
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2023-01-27 |
January |
2023 |
| On his first day on campus as Sacramento State’s president, Luke Wood welcomes new students |
Luke Wood, a two-time alumnus, began his tenure by addressing new students at orientation inside the University Union Ballroom and urging them to fully embrace their college experience. |
University Leadership
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-07-17 |
July |
2023 |
| Robert S. Nelsen leaves a legacy as a skilled president and a caring presence |
Sacramento State is a stronger, more successful campus thanks to President Robert S. Nelsen, who will retire in July. Perhaps his biggest legacy is his bond with students and members of the larger Sacramento region. |
University Leadership
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-14 |
June |
2023 |
| President Robert S. Nelsen announces his retirement |
As Sacramento State’s eighth president, Nelsen oversaw a historic rise in graduation rates and the University’s growing influence in the region. He will retire in July 2023. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-11-02 |
November |
2022 |
| Sac State has done so much — and is just getting started |
Ahead of his July retirement, President Robert S. Nelsen reflects on his years leading Sacramento State. |
University Leadership
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Robert S. Nelsen, President
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Pour it out and do it again |
We sit down with Roshaun Davis, co-founder of Unseen Heroes, to discuss the topic of rebuilding community post-pandemic. He shares a personal and professional loss that he calls his ego death. |
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Phillip Altstatt
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2021-10-18 |
October |
2021 |
| Popular as ever, Planetarium shares beauty of deep space |
Sac State’s popular Planetarium shows have been hot tickets since the dome’s opening. The shows are even more popular now, as the James Webb Space Telescope continues to send spectacular images of the cosmos. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| During No Mow May, Sac State allows campus grass to flourish to benefit pollinators |
Sac State’s grounds crews typically keep a pristine campus, but this May they allowed grass to grow wild to help feed hungry bees and other pollinators. |
Sustainable Campus
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-30 |
May |
2024 |
| Sac State considers Police Department's future as search for retiring chief's replacement advances |
New leadership in Sac State law enforcement will come after significant achievements under its outgoing chief and during an era of significant change. |
Health and Safety
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Dixie Reid
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2021-05-06 |
May |
2021 |
| Planetarium ready to welcome back school groups and general public |
Sac State's popular stargazing facility is set to reopen after being shuttered for more than a year because of the COVID-19 pandemic. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-08-17 |
August |
2021 |
| Community fundraiser on June 24 is set to boost support for Sac State’s Planetarium |
A first-ever fundraiser for the Sac State Planetarium will help finance expansion of the popular venue's shows. The June 24 event in the University Union Ballroom will provide answers to engaging and frequently asked questions posed by Planetarium patrons. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-23 |
June |
2023 |
| 'Imagine Placer Center' survey offers a chance to have a say in its future |
Members of the University community and beyond are being asked to share their vision to be used in the master planning of the long-sought addition to Sac State and the region's higher education scene. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-02-23 |
February |
2021 |
| Sacramento State President Luke Wood and Sierra College Superintendent and President Willy Duncan sign partnership agreement for Sacramento State Placer |
The official signing of the partnership agreement marks another step in the development of a shared campus in Placer County. |
Campus Footprint
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-06-28 |
June |
2024 |
| Developers break ground on project where a new Sacramento State campus will be located |
The Sacramento State Placer Center is expected to be an economic development catalyst, and will eventually serve 12,000 students in one of the state’s fastest-growing regions. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-10-24 |
October |
2022 |
| CSU Trustees approve plans for Sac State off-campus center in Placer County |
The 301-acre Placer Center will eventually serve up to 12,000 students and provide new pathways to a four-year degree in one of the state’s fastest-growing regions. |
Community Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-02-01 |
February |
2024 |
| Placer satellite campus takes important steps toward becoming a reality |
The Sacramento State Placer Center could be an economic development catalyst that will eventually serve 12,000 students in one of the state’s fastest growing regions. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State students document complex history of Sutter's Fort through photography project |
Assistant Professor of Photography and Social Practice Eliza Gregory leads student photographers in exploring the iconic Sacramento landmark’s history while cataloging the people, plants and animals that occupy its space. |
Student Success
Excellence in the Arts
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-11-25 |
November |
2024 |
| Sac State hosts event providing voters nonpartisan information about statewide ballot initiatives |
Project for an Informed Electorate hosted the Oct. 16 Initiative Explainer along with the Sacramento Public Library and California Legislative Analyst’s Office to provide nonpartisan, factual information about ten initiatives on the Nov. 5 ballot. |
Community Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-10-17 |
October |
2024 |
| Sac State Physics students to conduct research at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory |
Students will gain valuable research experience at a major national research institution this summer, thanks to an $800,000 federal grant from the Department of Energy. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-02-04 |
February |
2025 |
| Photography students create book set exploring connection between people and place |
Twenty-nine students spent the fall semester on a project designed to inspire thinking about their community and how they can use their art to engage with it. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-02-18 |
February |
2022 |
| Rediscovering art, joining the Hornet Family and finding a voice |
The voice of ‘Beyond J’ sits down for an interview about his own Sac State story, what informs his art and why he wanted to become a podcast host. |
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-01-28 |
January |
2025 |
| Prominent Nigerian icon Peter Obi visits Sac State, highlights growing international partnerships |
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. |
University Leadership
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-05-21 |
May |
2025 |
| Sac State's PAVE tutoring program wins national honor |
The University’s Partnerships to Advance the Value of Education (PAVE) program pairing college scholars with K-12 students is named 2021 Program of the Year. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-02-10 |
February |
2021 |
| From intern to CEO: Paul Lau takes the reins at SMUD |
A 'good summer job' changes the course of Sac State alum's career, eventually leading him to the utility's top spot. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-10-07 |
October |
2020 |
| Program to increase diversity in education research receives $1.37M grant |
Sac State’s Pathways Fellows program helps students from underrepresented backgrounds pursue graduate and doctoral studies. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-09-01 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State study will gauge whether exercise can improve the lives of Parkinson’s patients |
People diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease are participating in a pilot study led by two Kinesiology professors to determine whether exercise can help slow symptoms. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-08-18 |
August |
2023 |
| Sac State program targets student parents, families to create a path for academic success |
The Parents and Family Program builds partnerships between the University and parents of students, while also helping students who have young children. |
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-06-24 |
June |
2022 |
| Academic support program recognized for efforts to help Latinx students excel |
Sac State’s Supplemental Instruction program is one of 21 finalists for Excelencia in Education’s 2021 Examples of Excelencia. |
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-09-30 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State reflects on a tough year of challenges, innovation and success |
The COVID-19 pandemic left Sacramento State - like so many other American institutions - reeling, but it also opened a door leading to needed solutions that allowed the University's educational mission to proceed. |
Engaged Campus
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-03-26 |
March |
2021 |
| On ‘Palentine’s Day,’ students with disabilities find fun and community |
Sac State’s Disability Cultural Center hosted an event welcoming students who might otherwise feel isolated during the Valentine’s Day holiday. |
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-02-15 |
February |
2024 |
| Out of the Darkness walk returns to campus to support suicide prevention |
After two years of being held virtually, the annual event will again be in person, raising awareness and money to help students and others maintain strong mental health and provide resources for those who are suffering. |
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-12 |
April |
2022 |
| Out of the Darkness walk for suicide prevention draws hundreds |
The annual march through the Sacramento State campus drew more than 1,000 registered participants in support of mental health awareness. |
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-15 |
April |
2022 |
| More than 1,000 join Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for suicide prevention |
Sac State’s gathering, among the largest such events in the nation, put a spotlight on mental health and suicide and offered support and information for those who might need help. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-04-12 |
April |
2024 |
| Personal stories at Out of the Darkness walk show importance of support for suicide prevention |
Nearly 1,000 people turned out for Sac State’s annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention. The event raised more than $14,000 for mental health programs. |
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-04-07 |
April |
2023 |
| Out of the Darkness fundraising exceeds goal as donation opportunities remain open |
Innovating to account for COVID-19 restrictions, the annual push for mental health awareness added uplifting videos in addition to a full day of activities. |
Caring and Support
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Dixie Reid
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2021-04-13 |
April |
2021 |
| Alumni couple are community leaders in West Sacramento |
Sacramento State alumni couple Oscar and Katie Villegas have dedicated their careers to public service in West Sacramento and Yolo County, with Oscar serving on the Yolo County Board of Supervisors and Katie as executive director of the Yolo County Children's Alliance. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-05-12 |
May |
2017 |
| Optimism permeates President Nelsen's Spring Address |
Highlights include planned COVID-19 testing and vaccinations, a better budget picture, student aid. |
Caring and Support
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Dixie Reid
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2021-01-20 |
January |
2021 |
| Sac State conference draws hundreds of educators, public health experts to raise awareness of opioid abuse |
Overdoses and deaths from opioid poisoning are soaring in the Sacramento region and across the country. A Sac State conference gathered more than 250 educators and public health specialists interested in learning more about the crisis and searching for solutions. |
Engaged Campus
Health and Safety
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-10-13 |
October |
2022 |
| Musicians to come together for unique week of collaboration during Sac State’s Operation Opera |
The event, a partnership with the Four Winds Ensemble, will include public performances of chamber operas and art songs, and includes 12 Sac State students as participants. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-06-01 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State study shows how student anxiety grew with online learning, and could lead to measures to ease stress |
The pandemic not only disrupted how classes were taught, it also led to issues growing from isolation and technological challenges scholars faced while pursuing virtual education. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-06-08 |
June |
2022 |
| One Book discussion of Japanese American internment spurs call to action |
Sac State Professor Wendi Yamashita led the Nov. 14 gathering where the classic memoir "Farewell to Manzanar" was the centerpiece for consideration of a painful history and what lessons can be taken from it. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-11-16 |
November |
2023 |
| Welcome to a special edition of Sac State Magazine |
Sacramento State launched its first-ever comprehensive fundraising campaign in March 2021, and this special edition of "Sac State Magazine" is meant to illustrate why your support is so important to this dynamic University. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-03-19 |
March |
2021 |
| Sacramento State comprehensive campaign launch represents a milestone for University’s fundraising |
Support from individuals, organizations, business and other parts of the community is making a success of Sacramento State's first comprehensive fundraising campaign, which was unveiled on Tuesday, March 16. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| Historic 'On The Rise' campaign surpasses fundraising goal several months early |
Widespread support of the University, its students, faculty, and programs has made a dramatic success of Sac State's first comprehensive fundraising effort, which even after attaining the milestone continues toward its June 30, 2022, completion. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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Tracie Popma
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2022-03-07 |
March |
2022 |
| Older students add diversity, life experience to Sac State campus |
The University offers multiple avenues of support to help non-traditional students, who may feel uncomfortable at first, thrive. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-05-03 |
May |
2023 |
| In Old Sacramento, Sac State fashion students get hands-on business experience while helping local shop owners |
Sacramento State Fashion Merchandising and Management students spent the semester working with three Old Sacramento Waterfront business owners learning the fashion retail business while assisting in their stores. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-11-30 |
November |
2023 |
| Sac State film professor’s documentary selected for Sundance Film Festival |
Assistant Professor Rodrigo Ojeda-Beck’s film “The Long Valley” examines life in the Salinas Valley and was one of 50 short films chosen to screen at the prestigious film festival. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-01-10 |
January |
2025 |
| To address a shortage of nursing faculty, Sac State is fast-tracking students into its master’s program |
Community college nursing students who have a degree in another field can now be admitted directly into Sac State’s Master of Science in Nursing program. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-01-30 |
January |
2024 |
| New, state-of-the-art equipment will help Sac State researchers study viruses that cause illness |
Sac State scientists studying viruses that cause COVID and other illnesses have a new tool at their disposal thanks to a $200,000 grant from the National Science Foundation. They will share the tool, called SEC-MALS, with off-campus scientists to help further important research in the region. |
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-08-12 |
August |
2022 |
| National Science Foundation honors three Sac State graduates with research fellowships |
Carla Campos, Aliyah Penn, and Eric Pennino received the prestigious awards through the NSF’s Graduate Research Fellowship Program, which supports outstanding graduate students in STEM who are conducting research. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-29 |
April |
2022 |
| Sac State launches new Nonprofit Administration Certificate program |
The certificate program, designed with working adults in mind, will provide the skills necessary to thrive in Sacramento’s robust nonprofit sector. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-07-31 |
July |
2024 |
| Legacy and wisdom of Anthony Francis, 95, carry on 66 years after he graduated from Sac State |
Anthony Francis, one of Sac State’s oldest living graduates, was one of few Black students on campus in the 1950s. After a long career of public service, he marvels at Sac State’s growth and importance as the University celebrates its 75th Anniversary. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-02-01 |
February |
2023 |
| Sac State celebrates grand opening of new apartment building for incoming faculty, staff |
Nine Ten Place includes 30 one- and two-bedroom affordable units just steps from campus, with the goal of attracting a more diverse pool of high-quality job candidates in a competitive market. |
Campus Footprint
Faculty Excellence
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-09-12 |
September |
2024 |
| Sac State building faculty and staff housing near campus to aid recruitment, new employees’ transition |
Nine Ten Place includes 30 one- and two-bedroom apartment units to be offered at rents below market rate for recently hired professors and employees who are new to the area. |
Faculty Excellence
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-10-04 |
October |
2023 |
| Five Questions with COVID-19 contact tracer Nicole Hill |
State employee who volunteered to work with patients last December draws on people skills learned as a Sac State sociology student. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-10-06 |
October |
2021 |
| Nicholas Haystings brings no-cost STEM education to underrepresented youths |
Nicholas Haystings, a Sacramento State mechanical engineering alumnus, co-founded Square Root Academy to provide free STEM education and experiences to underrepresented youth, driven by his own experience as often the only person of color in his engineering jobs and his desire to show young people that STEM fields are for them. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-12-05 |
December |
2018 |
| At Sac State, Nia Gregory finds a home and learns her power as a Native American woman |
The alum-turned-Ethnic Studies lecturer says taking classes from professors who shared her cultural experiences and perspectives inspired her to pay it forward to future generations. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-05-18 |
May |
2023 |
| New tool helps organizations improve crisis communications |
Sac State professors have developed a method for assessing and improving communications during natural disasters. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-01-19 |
January |
2021 |
| Sacramento State to begin construction on new student housing building that will provide affordable beds for undergraduates |
Student Housing III, scheduled to open in 2026, will be located in the campus’ North Village and serve as a gateway to the residence halls. |
Campus Footprint
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-08-06 |
August |
2024 |
| Sac State's new student health director, who has dedicated her life to caring for others, seeks to expand services |
Jeanne Harris Van Dahlen, senior associate vice president for Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Services, brings to the University an emphasis on expanding access to care, and helping students who struggle with homelessness and food insecurity. |
Health and Safety
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-09-14 |
September |
2023 |
| Sacramento State announces plans to construct a new state-of-the-art football stadium |
The new facility will increase seating capacity to more than 25,000 and be able to host multiple sports as well as events such as Commencement and Convocation. |
Campus Footprint
Hornet Family
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-09-26 |
September |
2024 |
| Alumnus J. Luke Wood is appointed Sacramento State's next president |
CSU trustees on May 24 announce their choice of Wood, who earned two of his four degrees at Sac State. With deep roots in Northern California, he says of his appointment: "For me, it’s coming home." |
University Leadership
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-05-24 |
May |
2023 |
| New Sac State police chief takes over at 'pivotal moment' for his hometown university |
Chet Madison Jr., a 27-year law enforcement veteran and Sacramento native, says being open, honest, and caring are among his priorities. |
Health and Safety
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Dixie Reid
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2021-08-17 |
August |
2021 |
| New Leader, Endowment Help with Carlsen Center Reboot |
New leader, endowment help with Carlsen Center reboot |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2020-11-15 |
November |
2020 |
| New Arts & Letters dean wants to further elevate Sac State’s research, faculty, student achievement |
Gladys M. Francis, a seasoned scholar and educator most recently from Howard University, will join the Hornet Family in July. |
University Leadership
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-02-26 |
February |
2025 |
| University funding supports purchase of important equipment for Art Department’s new building |
Recently announced by President Luke Wood, the money will ensure students and faculty have the resources they need when the facility opens this fall. |
Student Life
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-02-22 |
February |
2024 |
| Sacramento State breaks ground on new art building that will replace the aging Art Sculpture Lab |
The new facility, between the existing art facility and the ASI Children’s Center, will feature indoor and outdoor galleries and workshop spaces, plenty of natural light, and modern amenities. It is expected to open in fall 2024. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-06-30 |
June |
2023 |
| Transcript of President Robert S. Nelsen's retirement announcement |
See what President Robert S. Nelsen and his wife, Jody, said in the video announcing his retirement. |
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-11-02 |
November |
2022 |
| President Nelsen named 2021 Sacramentan of the Year by Metro Chamber of Commerce |
His achievements – and the excellence and expanding influence of the University – are being recognized, adding him to notable list of leaders whose impact has helped transform the region. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-02-08 |
February |
2022 |
| President Nelsen lovingly ‘roasted’ as he prepares to retire |
Instead of his typical Spring Address, outgoing President Robert S. Nelsen received lighthearted barbs — as well as love and respect — from current and former administrators, faculty members, community leaders, and students. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-01-20 |
January |
2023 |
| Sacramento State achievements under President Robert S. Nelsen's leadership |
President Robert S. Nelsen, who is retiring in July, has shepherded Sac State through many challenges and triumphs. One of his most significant legacies is the University’s rising graduation rates, which jumped from 8.8% in 2016 to nearly 30% percent today. |
University Leadership
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| President Wood unveils Sacramento State Native American College during event at the Capitol |
The announcement made Nov. 8 at the state Capitol heralds an important initiative that will be a transformative step to advance Native-based education and create inclusive pathways for academic and professional success. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-12 |
November |
2024 |
| Key physics projects among 10 Sac State recent recipients of NSF grants |
The National Science Foundation has awarded the University nearly $3 million since June to fund projects in fields such as astrophysics and digital forensics. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-09-27 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State hosts more than 1,400 California K-12 students for National History Day competition |
University faculty and students volunteered at an event, during which fourth- through 12th-graders presented historical research projects for a chance to advance to nationals. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-04-19 |
April |
2023 |
| Moving into campus housing, thousands of students return to a University ready to welcome them |
With residence halls booked to capacity – and quite a crowd expected for the welcome-back Nest Fest – the start of Sac State’s fall semester looks more recognizable than in more than two years. |
Hornet Family
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-08-24 |
August |
2022 |
| Nearly 3,000 Hornets prepare to move into campus housing for fall semester |
Residence halls and University staff will welcome students as Sac State marks a move toward normalcy. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-08-23 |
August |
2021 |
| New year at Sac State kicks off as more than 1,300 first-year students move into residence halls |
The University’s North Village was buzzing with activity on Aug. 23 as new Hornets, many with help from their parents and other family members, unpacked their belongings and checked into their rooms. |
Student Life
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-08-24 |
August |
2023 |
| Sac State Psychology students help elementary school kids unlock nearby creek’s possibilities – and ignite their community spirit |
The group of Hornets worked with Elder Creek Elementary School students to brainstorm ideas for improving the Morrison Creek neighborhood. |
Research and Innovation
Community Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-07-29 |
July |
2024 |
| More experts, increased support push Carlsen Center toward innovative prominence |
Started from a good idea and the generosity of its namesakes, the Carlsen Center continues to attract significant contributors as its influence and impact grow. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| Sac State Model UN students named top delegation at national conference |
Thirteen Sac State students returned from the 2025 National Model United Nations Conference in New York City with several awards and zeal for tackling problems. |
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-04-28 |
April |
2025 |
| Trailblazing Indonesian politician champions equality at Sac State’s inaugural Model United Nations conference |
Indonesia’s first woman House speaker, Puan Maharani, gave a keynote on human dignity and gender equity at the daylong event held by Sac State’s Model UN program. |
Community Engagement
University Leadership
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-06-11 |
June |
2025 |
| Sac State's ties to California Mobility Center are strong as plans advance for 'The Hub' |
Close to campus, the Sacramento State Research Center is expected to be an ideal venue for the California Mobility Center and for the region's transportation innovators to thrive. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-04-09 |
April |
2021 |
| Sac State Geography students create maps for new American River trail guide |
Six students spent the fall semester researching and producing detailed maps for a local author’s new book documenting ways to enjoy the lower American River. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-29 |
May |
2024 |
| Longtime Sacramento State professor, former administrator Mike Lee named interim president at Sonoma State University |
Ming-Tung “Mike” Lee, who served in various faculty and administration roles throughout his 28-year Sac State career, will lead Sonoma State through the 2022-23 academic year as CSU trustees undertake a nationwide search for a permanent president. |
Hornet Family
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-06-27 |
June |
2022 |
| Sac State helps midterm voters understand the issues, cast their ballots |
The University will again host a Vote Center and ballot drop-off box for county residents, and has also sponsored events encouraging civic engagement. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-11-04 |
November |
2022 |
| Midterm election panelists warn of threat to democracy, encourage students to vote |
A Sac State professor, an award-winning political cartoonist, and a state lawmaker discussed the stakes in the upcoming midterms during an event sponsored by the Department of History. |
Community and Engagement
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-11-03 |
November |
2022 |
| Sac State professor discusses upcoming Oscars and whether Hollywood has made progress on promise to diversify |
Michele Foss-Snowden, a professor of rhetoric and media at Sac State, says films have become more representative but the quality of that representation matters as well. |
Research and Innovation
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-02-25 |
February |
2025 |
| Sac State's new Advancement VP brings fresh vision for student support |
Michael Reza’s personal experience and strategic vision will help grow University fundraising, enhance community impact and create transformative opportunities for students. |
University Leadership
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-01-24 |
January |
2025 |
| Michael Lynch builds cycle of support for high school, college students |
Michael Lynch co-founded the nonprofit Improve Your Tomorrow to provide academic support, mentorship, and college exposure to young men of color, creating a system of support he credits with helping him earn degrees from Sacramento State and beyond. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-02-08 |
February |
2018 |
| Longtime equity scholar and advocate to lead antiracism efforts |
New Vice President for Inclusive Excellence and University Diversity Officer Mia Settles-Tidwell comes to Sac State as the University ramps up its work to ensure “everyone feels a sense of care and belonging.” |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-11-17 |
November |
2021 |
| Dealing with stress is a key to happy, successful Fall 2021 return to campus |
For the first time since March 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic sent members of the campus community home to study, teach, and work, Sac State is full of life once again. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-08-30 |
August |
2021 |
| Members of campus community share feelings, concerns about surge in hate incidents against Asians |
A webinar designed to help Sac State students, faculty and staff process an uptick in discrimination and violence against people of Asian descent was the first in a series of events around the topic. |
Community and Engagement
Antiracist Campus
Caring and Support
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-04-01 |
April |
2021 |
| Entertainer, educator, advocate and ‘living legend’ Melissa Muganzo uses her talents to empower others |
Higher Education Leadership alumna and longtime Sac State staff member says University helped her think critically about systems of higher education and how to best serve marginalized students. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-06-30 |
June |
2022 |
| Journalism helps Melissa Dahl embrace awkwardness -- and then write the book on it |
Melissa Dahl, a senior health and science editor at The Cut and author of the book Cringeworthy: A Theory of Awkwardness, credits her time at Sacramento State's journalism program and The State Hornet student newspaper with providing the practical experience and collaborative environment that prepared her for success as a professional journalist. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-01-16 |
January |
2019 |
| Donation will open new Mechanical Engineering opportunities and better prepare students for the workforce |
The gift in the form of 24 industrial computer training station kits will allow students to work on industry-standard machinery as they prepare to enter the workforce. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-10-04 |
October |
2024 |
| New funding boosts chemistry professor’s work to slow spread of viruses |
Nearly half-million dollars from the National Institutes of Health will allow Katherine McReynolds and her students to continue studying agents capable of blocking transmissions of deadly infections. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
Faculty Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-12-10 |
December |
2021 |
| Film and TV vet Matt Dearborn returns home to Sacramento |
Hollywood veteran Matt Dearborn, known for creating the hit TV series Even Stevens, returns to his hometown of Sacramento to screen his latest short film Bubble at the Sacramento International Film Festival. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-04-27 |
April |
2018 |
| Rep. Matsui’s visit highlights federally funded engineering, cybersecurity upgrades |
Touting more than $800,000 for Sac State’s Power Engineering Lab and for a cybersecurity classroom, the congresswoman praised the University’s contribution to the larger community. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-20 |
April |
2022 |
| Congresswoman Doris Matsui visits Sac State’s COVID-19 vaccination site |
Representative Doris Matsui saw Sacramento State's COVID-19 vaccination site in action on Tuesday, Feb. 16, during her visit to the campus, where she continued to advocate for more financial support for higher education. |
Engaged Campus
Health and Safety
Anchor University
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-02-16 |
February |
2021 |
| Sac State tutors provide math muscle for high school students during a critical time |
“Math Buddies” program offers much-needed assistance while bringing the University's participants closer to the professional teaching world they are pursuing. |
Community and Engagement
Academic Excellence
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-03-24 |
March |
2021 |
| Sac State professor honored as one of nation’s best math educators |
Sacramento State's Elaine Kasimatis has been named one of the nation’s best math educators, one whose teaching innovations and dedication to making mathematics more accessible to all students have made significant impact. |
Community and Engagement
Academic Excellence
Faculty Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-02-05 |
February |
2021 |
| Sac State launches new graduate degree meant to make online learning spaces more inclusive |
The Master of Arts in Universal Design for eLearning, coming after more than two years of the pandemic blurring lines between traditional and virtual learning spaces, will help educators and others design curriculum and courses to be accessible to people with a range of abilities, disabilities, and other characteristics. |
Research and Innovation
Academic Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-08-02 |
August |
2022 |
| Sac State marketing student paralyzed at 15 is again finding joy in athletics |
Bassem Mansour, who relearned how to snow and water ski after suffering an injury that left him paralyzed from the chest down, was chosen by Achieve Tahoe to receive a custom-fit, adaptive water ski. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-06-21 |
June |
2024 |
| Mandarins exhibit musical and entertainment excellence in rousing return to Sac State |
The noted drum and bugle corps joined with the University to host 1,000 performers whose talent and colorful presence rocked Hornet Stadium. |
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-07-14 |
July |
2022 |
| Computer Science alum and cybersecurity leader Lynda Grindstaff pays it forward |
Lynda Grindstaff enjoyed a more than two-decade career in tech before walking away from corporate America to focus on helping women gain more opportunities. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-11-20 |
November |
2024 |
| The Way of the Hornet, the importance of inclusion, and a story about President Luke Wood most still don’t know |
Entering his second year as president of his alma mater, Luke Wood discusses the progress made so far, and why Sac State is doubling down on inclusivity efforts even as many colleges and universities are backing away. |
Beyond J
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News and Communications Staff
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2024-09-24 |
September |
2024 |
| 'I don't want an asterisk by my name': Opera singer Lucia Lucas makes headlines, but has sights set even higher |
Lucia Lucas, the first transgender opera singer to play a lead role in a professional U.S. production, credits her undergraduate experience at Sacramento State with preparing her for a successful international career. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-08-20 |
August |
2019 |
| Sacramento State partners with Josh’s Heart to provide essentials to area homeless |
The Community Engagement Center seeks donations of food, hygiene items, and other essentials to fill backpacks and hygiene kits. |
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-02-10 |
February |
2023 |
| 2020 honorary doctorate recipient has spent 45 years empowering Native American communities |
Lorenda T. Sanchez directs the largest nationwide Native American social and human service organization, providing critical resources such as work experience, employment training, and elder and child care. |
University Honors
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2021-06-17 |
June |
2021 |
| Sac State researchers study long COVID’s impact on hearing, 'brain fog' |
COVID can cause lingering symptoms that disrupt lives. A pair of Sac State faculty are exploring the link and offering treatments in a groundbreaking study. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-04-24 |
April |
2025 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Lois Mattice rose through the ranks to help hundreds of Sac State student-athletes succeed |
Though she never considered herself an athlete, this longtime Athletics trainer and administrator parlayed an interest in sports and the people who play them into a stellar career at Sac State. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-10-11 |
October |
2022 |
| Sac State research shows strong regional support for buying locally sourced food |
A survey of Sacramento area consumers showed more than 75% of shoppers purchased locally grown products, with a desire to support the regional economy and farmers as their top reason for doing so. |
Research and Innovation
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-02-23 |
February |
2024 |
| Remote work has become a way of life in greater Sacramento area, Sac State poll shows |
The Livability Poll, fielded by the University’s Institute for Social Research and Valley Vision, is a gauge of quality of life in the Sacramento region. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-11-27 |
November |
2023 |
| Research project uplifts Sac State student voices and drives University change |
The responses to Communication Studies Lecturer Donna Knifong’s “Listening to Students” surveys have helped administrators understand why students drop out, and how to bring them back. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-09-22 |
September |
2023 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Lisa Wrightsman lifted herself – now she uses soccer to lift others |
The former Hornet soccer star is the co-founder of Street Soccer Sacramento, an organization serving individuals struggling with homelessness, at-risk youth, and other underrepresented populations. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-10-11 |
October |
2022 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Rising Star Liku T. Amadi found community, Black excellence at Sac State |
Liku T. Amadi, a 2013 Sac State graduate, founded Anasa Law Firm, a non-traditional Bay Area practice that helps small business owners navigate the legal system and learn to make informed, strategic decisions. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-10-11 |
October |
2022 |
| On Sac State’s 75th anniversary, new Library exhibit offers a look at how the University developed and grew |
Members of the University Archives and Library staff, as well as a group of Graphic Design seniors, collaborated to research, design, and build the exhibit. |
Community and Engagement
75th Anniversary
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-01-27 |
January |
2023 |
| Work on Sac State housing project brings engineering grad full circle |
Leticia Valenzuela, who earned both her bachelor's and master's degrees in civil engineering at Sacramento State, is now a staff engineer at Miyamoto International working on the design calculations for her alma mater's new student housing complex, Hornet Commons. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-06-10 |
June |
2019 |
| Lester Holt’s journey as a journalist started at Sac State |
Lester Holt, anchor of NBC Nightly News and Dateline NBC, says his journey to becoming one of the world's most respected broadcast journalists began at Sacramento State, where he was exposed to the field, narrowed his focus, and set off into the world. |
Made At Sac State
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Dixie Reid
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2017-04-21 |
April |
2017 |
| Cosmetics and community: Leslie Valdivia's makeup brand celebrates Latinx culture |
Public Relations graduate Leslie Valdivia '14 co-founded Vive Cosmetics, a Latinx-focused makeup brand that celebrates the diversity of Latinx culture and has been featured in major publications without traditional marketing efforts. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-02-25 |
February |
2020 |
| Legislative director says a ‘promise to myself’ motivated her to earn Sac State degree |
As a legislative director at the State Capitol, Tara McGee is playing a major role in policymaking and in the community. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-06-09 |
June |
2020 |
| State funds to boost University’s groundbreaking Law Enforcement Candidate Scholars program |
Sac State’s innovative training program, which prepares students for careers as peace officers and seeks to increase diversity and cultural sensitivity in policing, has received $850,000 in funding from the state Legislature to expand its partnerships and purchase new technology. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-09-21 |
September |
2022 |
| LECS marks five years of preparing law enforcement professionals |
Scholars-to-officers program, believed to be the first of its kind in the U.S., boasts 200 alumni, including 50 serving with Sacramento Police or the California Highway Patrol. |
Student Success
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-10-27 |
October |
2021 |
| Faculty ‘cluster hire’ to increase support for Latinx students at Sac State |
The University hiring initiative will significantly boost the number of faculty who have a record of serving Latinx students, who make up about 37% of Sac State’s student population. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-07-10 |
July |
2024 |
| 10 Sac State alumni and one employee make Sacramento Bee’s Latino Change Makers list |
The 11 Hornets were named among 25 individuals “who are committed to leading positive transformations in their communities.” |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-01-26 |
January |
2023 |
| Laptop discount program helps ensure new students have the tech they need |
Using federal COVID-19 relief funding, Sac State is helping Fall 2021 first-year and transfer students purchase their own computer. |
Caring and Support
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Dixie Reid
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2021-07-28 |
July |
2021 |
| Land gift launches the future Sac State Placer Center |
A project to significantly expand the University’s reach and impact received a critical boost in the form of a gift of 300 acres in Placer County. It is where a new educational center will establish another important Sacramento State presence. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| Lake Natoma ranked No. 3 Top Rowing Venue by Rowing News |
The home of the Sac State Aquatic Center places behind Montlake Cut in Washington and Florida’s Nathan Benderson Park. |
University Honors
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-01-30 |
January |
2023 |
| New work-study program offers Sac State students career-related experience and wages |
The state-run Learning Aligned Employment Program gives underrepresented students the chance to earn money while gaining job experience related to field-of-study or career goals. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-10-02 |
October |
2023 |
| KSSU celebrates 30 years as a forum for diverse voices and music |
The campus radio station, created and mainly staffed by students who continue to “play music they love,” serves as a training ground and significant Sac State presence. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-07 |
April |
2022 |
| Washington Post reporter says Sac State student newspaper ‘got me out of my shell’ |
Kristine Phillips, a Sacramento State journalism alumna and reporter at the Washington Post, credits the University's student newspaper The State Hornet with helping her break out of her shell and launching a career that has included covering a wide range of topics for one of the nation's most prestigious newspapers. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-04-14 |
April |
2017 |
| For six siblings who earned degrees at Sacramento State, the University is home |
Sac State is home for the Koloamatangi siblings, who all earned degrees as first-generation students. Their success story embodies the Hornet spirit. |
Made At Sac State
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-03 |
May |
2024 |
| Aspiring teacher and artist focused on social justice is named Sac State’s Newman Civic Fellow |
Koleen Matias, a third-year English pre-credential student, joins fewer than 200 other scholars across the U.S. and Mexico in earning the distinction recognizing students who stand out for their commitment to positive change. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-05-10 |
May |
2022 |
| Hornet Kings: Sac State alums take their gifts to the biggest game in town |
Well prepared for careers in varied fields, these men and women from Sacramento State find solid professional footing with Sacramento's NBA franchise. |
Made At Sac State
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Dixie Reid
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2021-04-06 |
April |
2021 |
| Kim Mulligan shares how studying fruit fly brains helps us understand autism, other neurodevelopment disorders |
The Sacramento State Biological Sciences professor talks with “Beyond J” about her research, its implications and why it’s so important to her that students are involved. |
Research and Innovation
Beyond J
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-03-25 |
March |
2025 |
| Kevin Nagle, 2020 honorary doctorate recipient, builds community through sports |
Businessman and philanthropist has made major contributions to the region through the Sacramento Kings and Sacramento Republic FC. |
University Honors
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2021-06-28 |
June |
2021 |
| From Sac State to the ring: Kevin ‘No Más’ Montaño blends boxing and education to pay it forward |
Kevin Montaño, a Sac State Kinesiology alumnus, is an undefeated professional boxer, part-time educator and youth coach making a positive impact on the next generation of athletes and students. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-04-26 |
April |
2024 |
| New ECS Dean Kevan Shafizadeh has plans for expansion, community partnerships |
Kevan Shafizadeh's unique blend of experience and expertise have helped him achieve success across several teaching and leadership roles in his nearly 20-year career at Sac State. |
Hornet Family
Faculty Excellence
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-07-28 |
July |
2022 |
| ‘Keeping the Dream Alive’ conference will focus on collaborations that support undocumented students |
Now in its sixth year, the event, which takes place virtually, will emphasize sharing knowledge between people and institutions to better help scholars meet personal and professional goals. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-11-17 |
November |
2021 |
| Groundbreaking police chief learned crucial skills at Sacramento State |
Kathy Lester, the first woman to lead the Sacramento Police Department, said her time as a Hornet taught her to think critically and look for new, innovative ways to do things. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-03-29 |
March |
2022 |
| Professor’s film documenting Antarctic research expedition gets wide streaming release |
Associate Professor of Communication Studies Kathy Kasic spent six weeks in Antarctica in 2018-19 collecting footage of scientists’ efforts to study a subglacial lake. |
Research and Innovation
Excellence in the Arts
Faculty Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-03-02 |
March |
2023 |
| ‘Molecules with purpose”: Kathie McReynolds’ fight to stop viruses |
Chemistry Professor Kathie McReynolds sits down with “Beyond J” to discuss her research into agents capable of slowing the spread of deadly viruses, including how she makes sure to involve students. |
Research and Innovation
Beyond J
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-11-19 |
November |
2024 |
| Sac State filmmaker’s award-winning climate documentary reveals hidden history beneath Greenland’s ice |
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. |
Excellence in the Arts
Faculty Excellence
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-06-05 |
June |
2025 |
| Three-time alum works to help upcoming teachers better resemble students they will lead |
As the College of Education's equity coordinator at Sacramento State, three-time alumna Karina Figueroa-Ramirez leads efforts to recruit and retain diverse teaching candidates, drawing upon her own experiences as a first-generation college student and Latina educator. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2019-11-21 |
November |
2019 |
| Sac State, regional partners will promote education-to-career pathways in engineering and health care |
The Sacramento K16 Collaborative is among the first to receive funding under a new statewide program to cultivate regional economies and increase access to education and employment opportunities. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
|
2022-06-10 |
June |
2022 |
| Airborne opening ceremony, great athletes to highlight Junior Olympics at Sac State |
Youth athletes from throughout the country return for this championship event at Hornet Stadium, which has a legacy as a track-and-field showcase. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Daniel Wilson
|
2022-07-22 |
July |
2022 |
| Sac State hosts CSU Juneteenth Symposium focusing on antiracism, Black student success |
More than 700 people attended the second biennial CSU Juneteenth Symposium held in downtown Sacramento, with thousands more participating online. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-06-17 |
June |
2024 |
| Sac State delegation to Juneteenth symposium plans to bring ideas, inspiration back to campus |
The CSU’s inaugural event, which the campus community can watch online, will celebrate Black history and achievement while promoting and sustaining antiracism work at the system’s 23 campuses. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
|
Cynthia Hubert
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2022-06-14 |
June |
2022 |
| Hundreds attend Sac State’s first campuswide Juneteenth celebration |
The event, which recognized the June 19 holiday marking the emancipation of Black people from legal enslavement in America, is part of the University’s efforts to be an antiracism campus. |
Antiracist Campus
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-14 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State professor turns California’s waterways – and the campus – into a living lab for environmental innovation |
Julian Fulton’s interdisciplinary research engages students and utilizes technology to protect rivers, San Francisco Bay and the ocean. |
Research and Innovation
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-06-20 |
June |
2025 |
| Sacramento Republic FC keeper Josh Cohen balances school, professional sports |
Josh Cohen, the starting goalkeeper for Sacramento Republic FC, is also a master's student in mechanical engineering at Sacramento State, where he appreciates the program's focus on practical, industry-oriented education as he balances his studies with his professional soccer career. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-05-11 |
May |
2019 |
| Five Questions with emergency physician Jon Patane |
Doctor who has spent much of the last several months treating COVID-19 patients said Sac State helped prepare him for his career. |
Health and Safety
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-01-12 |
January |
2021 |
| 'El Chicano' co-writer Joe Carnahan recalls 'blue-collar' Sac State film education |
Joe Carnahan, writer and director of films such as Narc, The A-Team, and Smokin' Aces, co-wrote his latest movie El Chicano, the first superhero film with an all-Latino cast, to address the underrepresentation of Latinos in Hollywood and create relatable characters that transcend demographics. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-05-10 |
May |
2019 |
| Graduates find strong job market awaiting them in reversal of pandemic-caused downturn |
Job opportunities and internships for Sac State students are bright as businesses rebound from tough employment conditions caused by COVID-19. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-03-10 |
March |
2022 |
| Sac State, community members celebrate opening of new space dedicated to supporting Jewish students |
Sacramento State has opened its first dedicated space for Jewish students, the Jewish Life and Resource Center, which aims to provide a safe space for Jewish students to connect with their cultural heritage, build community and receive support. |
Student Life
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-05-09 |
May |
2024 |
| Sacramento State degrees drive Jennifer Robinson’s mini golf bar success |
Alum Jennifer Robinson turned her MBA project into Tipsy Putt, a thriving mini golf bar chain, and is now using her business to give back to the community while staying connected to her alma mater. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-07-25 |
July |
2024 |
| Jeffery Benson shares how his civil rights legacy inspired his nontraditional path to education, advocacy |
The Class of 2025 President’s Medal and COE Dean’s Award winner joins “Beyond J” to discuss his journey as a lifelong learner and advocate for underrepresented communities. |
Commencement
Student Success
Beyond J
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-05-20 |
May |
2025 |
| Sac State’s MBA program set up designer and entrepreneur Jason Vu for a quick rise in the fashion industry |
Through partnerships with the Sacramento Kings and other NBA teams, the business alum is making a name for himself and his stylish threads while staying true to his hometown. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-08-17 |
August |
2022 |
| Book shout-out from 'Late Show' host surprises, thrills Education professor |
During his March 2 monologue, Stephen Colbert used a children's book written by Professor JaNay Brown-Wood as an example of great stories our kids should be reading. |
Community and Engagement
Faculty Excellence
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-03-05 |
March |
2021 |
| Children’s book author’s journey mirrors her award-winning story |
Janay Brown-Wood's book "Imani's Moon" was rejected many times before winning an award and becoming a success story. |
Made At Sac State
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John Blomster
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2016-04-21 |
April |
2016 |
| Showing of first deep space images from NASA’s James Webb Telescope draws nearly 1,000 visitors to Sac State Planetarium |
The Planetarium was a focal point for the community to see images of the cosmos. Attendance was so robust that the day's schedule of showings was extended by hours - ultimately giving all visitors a look at the space drama. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-07-12 |
July |
2022 |
| Sac State Planetarium partners with NASA to show first deep space images from James Webb Telescope |
Images from the intricate instrument, collecting information from the universe far back in time, were projected on the Planetarium’s 2,500-square-foot dome screen during a free open house on Tuesday, July 12. |
Engaged Campus
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-07-08 |
July |
2022 |
| From hoops star to high school mentor: Jameel Pugh pays it forward |
College and career counselor has substantially increased the number of college-bound students at his school. |
Community and Engagement
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-08-12 |
August |
2020 |
| In ‘Farm to Fork Capital,’ many lack affordable and nutritious food, Sac State survey finds |
How can food distribution become more equitable in the Sacramento region? A new report by the Institute for Social Research and Valley Vision explores the issue. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-10-08 |
October |
2021 |
| Sac State Sociology, Business and Engineering students tap their own innovation to solve societal problems |
A new, interdisciplinary course at the Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship has students teaming up to solve problems in their communities with their own ingenuity and inventions. |
Research and Innovation
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-02-28 |
February |
2025 |
| Welcome to Sac State Magazine’s 75th Anniversary special edition |
The University celebrates three quarters of a century with a commemorative publication marking the historic milestone. |
75th Anniversary
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News and Communications Staff
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sacramento State hosts sixth International Conference on Genocide |
Leaders and academic scholars from around the world gathered to examine complex issues surrounding atrocities committed against humanity during the sixth International Conference on Genocide from Nov. 14-16. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-18 |
November |
2024 |
| Interim no more, Law named Carlsen Center executive director |
The work he leads is having an impact that is being experienced not only on campus but in the greater Sacramento region. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2020-12-23 |
December |
2020 |
| Sac State receives $6.5 million from state to boost early childhood education in the region |
The Innovation Center for Early Childhood Education will support the development and growth of transitional kindergarten through third-grade teachers. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-29 |
June |
2023 |
| Sacramento State officially welcomes new students into the Hornet Family during inaugural Convocation |
Two ceremonies, held in the University Union Ballroom, each drew 1,000 attendees, including family and supporters as well as newly admitted first-year, transfer, and graduate students. |
Hornet Family
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-08-25 |
August |
2023 |
| Sacramento State alumnus’s legacy lives on through powerful new campus sculpture |
Art Studio graduate Stone Singh, who died in 2023 in a hit-and-run, created “In God We Trust,” which critiques the prison system and was recently installed at the front of campus. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-04-25 |
April |
2024 |
| Free event at Sac State to amplify the voices of immigrants |
Six people will tell their “Immigrant Stories” Oct. 28 in a free event presented by Capital Storytelling and the Dreamer Resource Center. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-10-27 |
October |
2022 |
| Poignant personal experiences give weight to ‘Immigrant Stories’ |
Listening to personal stories can help stoke understanding and empathy people who have been marginalized by society, research has shown. An event at Sac State this week will amplify the voices of immigrants. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-10-24 |
October |
2023 |
| Beyond J podcast: 'I'm a Recovering Racist' |
Sacramento Poet Laureate Andru Defeye’s startling declaration that he is a "recovering racist” while reading a poem he wrote for Sac State’s 2022 Antiracism and Inclusion Convocation inspired the latest episode. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Phillip Altstatt
|
2022-05-19 |
May |
2022 |
| Sac State English students tackle real-world technical writing through iFixIt projects |
The students created repair guides and optimize content, giving them hands-on experience and preparing them for careers where clear communication is essential, while benefiting the community by promoting reuse and reducing e-waste. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
|
2024-05-08 |
May |
2024 |
| Beyond J podcast: I Hustled |
A master's student takes us on her remarkable journey from illiteracy and incarceration to higher education. |
Student Success
|
Phillip Altstatt and Rob Reyes
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2022-10-17 |
October |
2022 |
| Sac State receives $8 million in new funding to support Latinx students |
Two grants from the U.S. Department of Education will support new projects to help underrepresented students earn their degrees and be ready for the workforce. |
Academic Excellence
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
|
2021-09-23 |
September |
2021 |
| How our vibrant University is helping the region thrive |
How important is Sacramento State to this region and beyond? Critically important, says Barry Broome, one of the region’s economic leaders. |
Community and Engagement
Engaged Campus
Academic Excellence
Anchor University
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-03-16 |
March |
2021 |
| For students struggling with or at risk of homelessness, Sac State offers a safety net |
Campus programs and resources help students struggling to find a place to live in Sacramento’s expensive market. |
Caring and Support
|
Dixie Reid
|
2021-06-30 |
June |
2021 |
| New app launching on Earth Day will help the Sac State community share, not discard, used items |
The new Hornet Reuse app is the latest tool to help the campus reduce waste – while helping one another – and live into sustainability ideals. And it’s being launched at an appropriate time. |
Sustainable Campus
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-04-21 |
April |
2022 |
| Hornet Racing’s teamwork results in significant improvement at international competition |
Hornet Racing, Sacramento State’s student-run motorsports club, recently improved its positioning by 51 spots, jumping from 91st to 40th overall, at annual collegiate competition in Michigan. |
Student Success
|
Daniel Wilson
|
2024-06-05 |
June |
2024 |
| More than 10,000 attend Hornet Nest Fest celebration marking the beginning of the fall semester |
New students, family members, supporters, and other members of the campus community packed the Main Quad for the three-hour event, which featured food, music, dancing, information about campus programs and services, and more. |
Hornet Family
Student Success
|
Daniel Wilson
|
2024-08-26 |
August |
2024 |
| Hornet love story comes full circle at Aquatic Center |
Couple that met as students at Sac State recreation facility gets engaged on nearly the same spot. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-02-02 |
February |
2021 |
| Sac State’s bees are back in business, and a new crop of honey is the sweet result |
Wildfire smoke had disrupted the insects’ activity in University Sustainability’s hives, but better conditions this year led to successful extraction and 230 bottles of Hornet Honey. |
Sustainable Campus
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Adoreil Ayoubgoulan
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2023-08-02 |
August |
2023 |
| Hundreds of Sac State students receive meal kits and healthy food tips during inaugural Hornet Harvest Gathering |
The event, sponsored by Aramark, helped to raise awareness of food insecurity among college students. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2023-11-08 |
November |
2023 |
| Student hackers win $3,000 in cash prizes for AI creations to solve problems in education, finance, health care and sustainability |
Sacramento State’s Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship hosts Hornet Hacks, a weeklong hackathon competition. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2025-03-12 |
March |
2025 |
| Hornet Family returns to campus after challenging pandemic years |
Sac State weathers a tumultuous two years that saw classes and other campus operations switch to mostly online delivery, and back. |
Hornet Family
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Anita Fitzhugh
|
2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State to forgive outstanding fee debt for returning students |
The new Hornet Debt Reset program aims to alleviate financial barriers that keep adult learners from finishing their degree. |
Student Success
|
Jonathan Morales
|
2022-02-15 |
February |
2022 |
| Ceremony marks addition of Hornet Commons to Sac State student-housing options |
The apartment-style complex brings modern styling and amenities - along with space for 1,100 residents - to the University. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-07-27 |
July |
2021 |
| Family to accept honorary doctorate for the late Esteban Villa, former Sac State professor, artist and Royal Chicano Air Force founder |
Rene and Nathan Villa will stand in for their father at 2022 Commencement and accept the honorary degree, which recognizes a lifetime of personal achievement and work to give voice to causes related to cultural and social justice. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-04-06 |
April |
2022 |
| Honorary doctorate recipient has spent career helping engineers become industry leaders |
Lee Ritchey’s training and consulting firm has helped countless young professionals learn to manage “real world” problems. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-08-20 |
August |
2021 |
| For her efforts to fight genocide, Sac State alum will receive an honorary doctorate |
Mathilde Mukantabana, who lost family and friends during the Rwandan genocide and now serves as the country’s ambassador to the U.S., has dedicated her life to building a more peaceful world. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-04-13 |
April |
2023 |
| Honorary doctorate recognizes lifelong educator’s dedication to ensure the Holocaust is never forgotten |
Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters degree recipient Elizabeth Igra’s efforts continue to inspire and inform new generations about the horrific events of World War II. |
University Honors
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-04-13 |
April |
2023 |
| Honorary doctorate follows continuing leadership and support for generations of underserved people |
May O. Lee founded Asian Resources Inc., a nonprofit group that has helped thousands of people get jobs and gain independence, and her work was the inspiration for the creation of Sac State’s Full Circle Project. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-04-06 |
April |
2022 |
| Symposium offers moving personal stories, causes, and possible solutions to homelessness |
Amid evidence of sport’s important impact on people who’ve experienced homelessness, a new worldwide initiative is unveiled to enlist cities and more individuals in the effort to provide help and hope. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-07-12 |
July |
2023 |
| Homeless World Cup wraps up at Sac State with soccer, celebrations |
Formerly homeless athletes from Australia to Ukraine spent more than a week on the Sac State campus, representing their countries in the street soccer tournament. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-07-18 |
July |
2023 |
| Sac State welcomes Homeless World Cup tournament – and a chance to seek solutions |
Sacramento will be the first American city to host the Homeless World Cup, July 8-15. The tournament features teams from dozens of countries and players who have experienced homelessness. Games will be played at Sacramento State's Hornet Stadium. |
Caring and Support
Anchor University
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-07-06 |
July |
2023 |
| Worldwide spotlight to fall on Sacramento State during 2023 Homeless World Cup street soccer tournament |
Sac State will be the first university to host the event, which was first played in 2003 and features players from around the world who have experienced homelessness. |
Community and Engagement
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-12-19 |
December |
2022 |
| Sac State symposium explores strategies for addressing homelessness crisis |
More than 100 people gathered at Sac State’s Carlsen Center to discuss causes and possible solutions to one of the region’s most vexing and divisive issues. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-12-13 |
December |
2023 |
| Sac State research shows a majority of Sacramento-area residents support more taxes to help the homeless |
Respondents to a survey by the University's Institute for Social Research about the difficult issue of homelessness said the crisis seems to be worsening, and a majority said local government should provide more help rather than clearing out encampments of the unhoused. |
Caring and Support
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-09-01 |
September |
2022 |
| Sacramento State researchers document startling jump in homelessness in county |
Researchers from Sac State’s Division of Social Work played a key role in tallying a rise in homelessness this year. The “Point in Time” count, conducted in late February, found a 67% rise in the number of people living without permanent shelter in Sacramento County. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-07-05 |
July |
2022 |
| Homeless Connect event at Sac State provides hundreds a respite from the streets and access to resources |
Folsom Hall at Sac State on Saturday became a haven for unhoused people, where representatives of agencies and organizations that offer critical services connected with people who live in tents and on the streets. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-08-15 |
August |
2023 |
| Homecoming Week is packed with festivities leading up to the big game |
From a concert to student activities to a pair of exhibits, the University is welcoming the Hornet Family to campus for a week of events leading to Saturday’s game against Idaho State. |
Hornet Family
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Daniel Wilson
|
2023-10-25 |
October |
2023 |
| ‘A true Homecoming:’ Week of celebration carries added significance |
After 17-month campus shutdown, the Hornet Family comes back together to celebrate Sac State in person. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-10-19 |
October |
2021 |
| Happy Holidays from Sacramento State |
The annual holiday video features President Luke Wood, his family, and students sharing their favorite holiday traditions. |
Hornet Family
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News and Communications Staff
|
2023-12-13 |
December |
2023 |
| President Robert and Jody Nelsen wish us all Happy Holidays! |
An annual Sacramento State tradition has its final installment with presentation of the 2022 video Holiday Card on behalf of President Robert S. Nelsen and his wife, Jody. With Dr. Nelsen retiring in July 2023, it also is time to share the Holiday Cards from throughout his tenure at Sac State. |
Hornet Family
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-12-05 |
December |
2022 |
| Hornet gymnast is one of two student-athletes in the U.S. to receive prestigious NCAA Career Development Award |
Recent Sac State graduate Karissa Hoffman, who didn’t let injuries or the pandemic derail her goals, has been honored for her commitment to pursuing a career in athletics. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-06-29 |
June |
2022 |
| Nearly 200 nurses from throughout the U.S. attend second Hmong Nurses Association Conference at Sac State |
The two-day conference celebrated pioneering Hmong nurses from 50 years ago while also aiming to train the next generation of health care providers. |
Community and Engagement
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2024-08-05 |
August |
2024 |
| New exhibit shares stories of Hmong daily life and culture through what they wore and created |
The showcase from Project HMONG, the University Library Gallery, and Special Collections and University Archives features traditional Hmong garments, story cloths, textiles and artifacts. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2023-01-23 |
January |
2023 |
| History Department lecture series looks to the past to illuminate election-year issues |
A pair of panel discussions will showcase University expertise and educate voters on how lessons from history can inform modern challenges. |
Faculty Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
|
2024-09-05 |
September |
2024 |
| Hispanics help fuel the region’s economy, but face significant inequities, report shows |
Sac State’s Institute for Social Research played a key role in developing this year’s Hispanic Economic Report. The report, presented by the Sacramento Economic Chamber of Commerce, offers data on the economic status of Sacramento-area Latine residents. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-12-01 |
December |
2023 |
| Sac State, one of the nation’s most diverse campuses, shines during Hispanic Heritage Month |
During Hispanic Heritage Month, Sac State celebrates its Latino students and earns recertification for the prestigious Seal of Excelencia. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2023-09-29 |
September |
2023 |
| High School Equivalency Program director gives back for services that ‘changed my life’ 25 years ago |
Sac State’s High School Equivalency Program, or HEP, recruits migrant workers across Northern California and offers them help for a better future. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-06-07 |
June |
2021 |
| Little-known gems among Sac State's eye-catching landmarks offer plenty of reasons to visit vibrant campus |
Spanning historical and cultural traditions, these "hidden treasures" help tell stories of the University and well beyond, bringing into focus the disparate parts that help define where we came from, who we are, and who we hope to be. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-12-16 |
December |
2021 |
| Sac State Nursing student hailed as a hero for her work during mass casualty event |
Vanessa Soltani, an ROTC cadet, was interning at an Army hospital in Georgia when lightning struck soldiers who were training outdoors. She was pulled into action, and is being credited for helping to save the lives of nine people. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-08-16 |
August |
2022 |
| 'Herkybot' virtual assistant helps Sac State students stay on track to graduation |
Herkybot, which pops into student text messages to remind them of registration deadlines and help them clear obstacles, is part of the University’s widespread efforts to enroll and retain students. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-03-20 |
March |
2024 |
| Sac State professor restores dormant campus herbarium, offering new opportunities for research and learning |
Sac State’s herbarium lay dormant for nearly 20 years until Biology Professor Marina LaForgia joined the University. Now it is a thriving space to study plants. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2025-03-13 |
March |
2025 |
| Henry Garcia embraces change and lands at Pixar |
Henry Garcia, a technical director at Pixar Animation Studios, has made his mark on beloved films such as The Good Dinosaur, Inside Out, Coco, and Toy Story 4, crediting his success to the strong foundation and collaborative skills he developed while double majoring in computer science and physics at Sacramento State. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2019-03-29 |
March |
2019 |
| Celebrating 20 years, Sac State’s Tsakopoulos Hellenic Collection is a destination and resource for worldwide scholars |
Led by curator George I. Paganelis, the University Library’s Greek studies resources and materials span ancient to modern Greece and have grown from nearly 70,000 to more than 83,000 volumes over the past two decades. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
|
Daniel Wilson
|
2024-07-18 |
July |
2024 |
| Sac State uses federal COVID relief funds to relieve student debt |
University joins a growing number of colleges and universities around the country in using HEERF money to ease scholars’ financial burdens and help them persist to graduation. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-12-03 |
December |
2021 |
| Using pandemic-related funds, Sacramento State adds and improves outdoor seating and event spaces |
Several new and renovated spaces on campus will provide more outdoor seating, improved space for events and will help future-proof the campus for any virus-related health emergencies. |
Student Life
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Daniel Wilson
|
2023-08-30 |
August |
2023 |
| Sac State’s Health Hive delivers free, hands-on care across Sacramento region |
At senior centers, community buildings and special events, student caregivers deliver health and wellness services to people in need. |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2025-05-09 |
May |
2025 |
| New happiness professor is teaching multiple ways to achieve that state of mind |
Meliksah Demir, Sac State's first Endowed Professor in Happiness, is illuminating the history and science of happiness, how it affects us, and ways to cultivate it. |
Caring and Support
Research and Innovation
Faculty Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-02-15 |
February |
2021 |
| First-ever Sac State Happiness Day celebrates the importance of joy and well-being |
Endowed Professor in Happiness Meliksah Demir and two dozen Psychology students organized the day’s events to show happiness is a necessity and within reach. |
Caring and Support
Faculty Excellence
|
Jennifer K. Morita
|
2023-03-17 |
March |
2023 |
| Sacramento State announces guaranteed admission for former foster youth |
The new initiative eliminates a barrier for former and current foster youth, ensuring they will be able to attend the University. |
Student Success
|
Daniel Wilson
|
2024-11-21 |
November |
2024 |
| Sac State’s Guardian Scholars Program helps former foster youth beat the odds and earn their college degrees |
Nationally, only 4% of college students who have experienced the foster care system graduate. The Guardian Scholars Program is helping Sac State students buck that trend. |
Student Success
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
|
2025-05-06 |
May |
2025 |
| Expanded on-campus center for Sac State former foster youth offers greater resources to help them succeed |
The Guardian Scholars Program has a new, larger dedicated space in Sacramento Hall where students who have experienced the foster system or homelessness can relax, obtain basic necessities and access resources. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-08-21 |
August |
2024 |
| United Way donation will help former foster youth at Sac State build a bridge to graduation |
The United Way California Capital Region donated exam sheets, gift cards and parking passes to help Sac State Guardian Scholars on their college journeys. |
Student Success
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-07-26 |
July |
2024 |
| Sac State offers guaranteed admission to graduating seniors in the Elk Grove Unified School District |
Sacramento State is reaching out to high school seniors in the Elk Grove Unified School District, offering them “conditional admission” to the University in Fall 2024. The effort is a pilot program expected to expand soon. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-04-18 |
April |
2024 |
| Sacramento art legend happily paints the blues |
Renowned Sacramento landscape painter Gregory Kondos continues to create at 93. His work is in galleries worldwide and was one of the first to be featured on the city’s Walk of Stars. |
Made At Sac State
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Dixie Reid
|
2016-09-01 |
September |
2016 |
| President's Message: Greeting is the sign of a University worth supporting |
“Stingers Up” is a short phrase, the gesture it usually accompanies simple. People in the community, however, understand the larger meaning – and know the value that Sacramento State represents as their anchor university. |
Anchor University
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Robert S. Nelsen, President
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| Sac State four-year graduation rate rises to more than 30%, highest in University history |
Since the launch of the University’s “Finish in Four” initiative, graduation rates have nearly quadrupled, and Sac State has exceeded the four-year graduation goal the CSU set for the University a year early. |
Student Success
|
Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-10-14 |
October |
2024 |
| Sac State graduation rates rise for sixth straight year, representing largest jump in the CSU |
More Sac State students than ever are graduating in four years, allowing them to reduce debt and start their careers sooner. |
Student Success
|
Cynthia Hubert
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2022-11-10 |
November |
2022 |
| Sac State graduation rates continue to soar, closing in on CSU goals |
Efforts by the University and its students are leading to notable progress under the important Graduation 2025 initiative; critical "opportunity gaps" also are narrowing. |
Graduation 2025
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-11-01 |
November |
2021 |
| Graduating class unlike any other looks to the future |
Members of the Class of 2020, whose academic careers were altered by the pandemic, are unique among Sac State grads. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-01-15 |
January |
2021 |
| As Sac State grad rates continue to rise, 'equity gap' between student groups narrows |
More students than ever are achieving "on time" graduation, and important progress is being made to eliminate grad rate disparities relative to students of color, new data show. |
Graduation 2025
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-07-16 |
July |
2021 |
| Strong fall enrollment shows Sac State bucking wider trends as it prepares to welcome more than 31,000 students to campus |
Sacramento State projects that between 31,000 and 31,300 students will take classes this fall, within 2% of last year’s total. The robust numbers complement the University’s graduation rates, which continue to climb. |
Graduation 2025
Academic Excellence
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-08-26 |
August |
2022 |
| Ethnic Studies professor’s new book recounts how two L.A. Chinatowns affected tourism, business |
William Gow’s research relied on oral history interviews that revealed the overlooked stories of Chinese Americans who worked as Hollywood movie extras and street performers. |
Research and Innovation
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-06-12 |
June |
2024 |
| Sacramento State hosts global delegates to share information about the University’s sustainability efforts |
Representatives from around the globe have twice visited Sac State to learn about ways to reduce carbon emissions from the Sustainability team. |
Sustainable Campus
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-06-07 |
June |
2023 |
| New course explores importance of food to history and everyday life |
“A Global History of Food” encourages students to examine the ways in which cuisine has played a role in their own culture and history. |
Student Success
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-03-15 |
March |
2023 |
| Carlsen Center to host a robust Global Entrepreneurship Week |
Innovator Trong Nguyen proves that age is no barrier to entrepreneurship. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-11-05 |
November |
2021 |
| Carlsen Center takes the regional lead for Global Entrepreneurship Week and wins $250,000 state grant |
The Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship leads the region’s activities for Global Entrepreneurship Week and cements its place as driving force for economic growth. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-11-21 |
November |
2023 |
| Sacramento State will become hub for innovators during Global Entrepreneurship Week |
The Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship will host more than 30 on-campus events, the most of any university nationwide. |
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-11-10 |
November |
2022 |
| We go further when we go together |
Give Sac State Day is Friday and Saturday, April 22-23 and gives you the opportunity to support the University and its wide-ranging programs and great students. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-04-20 |
April |
2022 |
| Participate in Give Sac State Day and help us rise even higher |
The annual effort begins early in the morning on April 23 and offers the chance to provide more important support for the University and its students. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-04-22 |
April |
2021 |
| Give Sac State Day is ‘where the future begins for thousands of inspiring minds’ |
Sacramento State’s annual fundraising event is an opportunity to come together as a Hornet Family to redefine what is possible for students. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-04-17 |
April |
2023 |
| Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship hosts 2024 Global Entrepreneurship Week events |
The Carlsen Center and partners throughout the region have organized 20 events to promote economic development and entrepreneurship in the Sacramento area. |
Research and Innovation
Community Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-15 |
November |
2024 |
| Project helps students build needed connections with seniors |
Social Bridging Project participants are reaching out to older Californians who may be isolated during the pandemic. |
Engaged Campus
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Cynthia Hubert
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2020-12-18 |
December |
2020 |
| Lifelong educator Gema Godina brings culture, community to elementary school students |
With three degrees and two teaching credentials from Sacramento State, the principal of Washington Elementary School has deep roots in Sacramento education. |
Made At Sac State
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-05-06 |
May |
2025 |
| ‘A chance to succeed’: On its 10th anniversary, Full Circle Project’s impact on APIDA students is clear |
Support program, which has paved the way for thousands to establish their place and excel at Sac State, is looking to have further, long-lasting impact. |
Student Success
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-02-28 |
February |
2022 |
| From homelessness to hope |
In our first episode, we introduce you to Mona, a Sacramento State student who has persevered and kept her college dream alive despite daunting challenges. She has faced difficulties meeting basic needs such as food and housing as well as domestic violence and severe health challenges. |
Hornet Family
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Phillip Altstatt
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2020-10-30 |
October |
2020 |
| ASI Food Pantry to host a Friendsgiving Feast for Sacramento State students |
The Food Pantry will serve a warm holiday meal on Nov. 25, rather than its usual Thanksgiving food baskets, to better serve student needs. |
Community Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-21 |
November |
2024 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Retired city executive Francesca Halbakken’s 35 years of public service leave a lasting legacy |
She leveraged her Sac State bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and a passion for helping people into a long and successful career as a Sacramento municipal leader. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-10-11 |
October |
2022 |
| With Festival of the Arts launch, student-made map will lead to Sac State public art treasures |
The new map, which details the locations of and stories behind 13 sculptures and murals located on the Sac State campus, will debut during Festival of the Arts. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-04-06 |
April |
2023 |
| Through Guardian Scholars, Sac State pushes to make higher education more accessible to students who experienced foster care or homelessness |
A pair of Sac State programs aim to help students who have been in the foster care system or who are currently or formerly unhoused graduate from college. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-01-19 |
January |
2024 |
| Student theater production puts audience at the center of promoting social change |
The “Forum Theatre Festival,” beginning on Oct. 10, acts out scenes of oppression, then invites audience members onto the stage to see how they might respond. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-10-09 |
October |
2024 |
| Talented Sac State group gains recognition on annual ‘40 Under 40’ list |
Twelve young professionals make annual Sacramento Business Journal list of individuals on the rise in the region. |
Community and Engagement
Made At Sac State
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Cynthia Hubert
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2020-11-12 |
November |
2020 |
| Sac State's sponsorship role continues as new event is set to support Northern California's foster youth |
The Forever Families Fun Run is a social-distance era event designed to continue Stanford Sierra Youth & Families support for foster youth who await placement in a permanent home. Sac State is the title sponsor. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-04-02 |
April |
2021 |
| Campus and community rally behind historic Hornet football team |
Three historic seasons were capped with Sac State’s first appearance in the Football Championship Series playoffs. Now, as a new coach takes over, the team looks to continue its successful run. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Growing excitement, attendance at Hornet Stadium reflects Sac State’s football success |
A championship-level team, strong marching band, award-winning cheerleaders and dancers, good food and beverage scene, avid tailgate partiers, and post-game fireworks give fans multiple reasons to increasingly pack the stands. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-09-07 |
September |
2023 |
| Sacramento State’s new digester turns food scraps into fertilizer and electricity |
The machine is the latest part of Sac State’s efforts to reduce waste, which have earned the University national recognition. |
Sustainability
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-07-12 |
July |
2024 |
| Public art project brightens parts of Folsom Boulevard, strengthens Sac State’s ‘anchor’ ties |
The wraps that enfold several city-owned utility boxes, created by senior Graphic Design students, beautify and discourage graffiti along the busy road. An Anchor University grant funded the project. |
Student Success
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-06-22 |
June |
2023 |
| Carlsen Center alum finding success after creating first in-home, smart Pilates machine |
High-tech entrepreneur Kaleen Canevari, who raised $4 million for her effort to bring Pilates into homes, credits the Carlsen Center for helping her with the business side of launching her company. |
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-07-26 |
July |
2022 |
| Five Sac State alumni honored as ‘Women Who Mean Business’ |
Accomplished Hornets recognized by the Sacramento Business Journal for making an impact in the region. |
Made At Sac State
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Brian Blomster
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2020-12-03 |
December |
2020 |
| 5 Questions with Sean de Guzman, California snow survey chief |
Civil Engineering alum says Sac State helped him learn how to work in teams with people from all backgrounds. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-06-23 |
June |
2021 |
| College of Business offers new, intensive master’s program in finance |
Students who want to specialize in investment management and financial analysis can earn their master of science degree in finance thanks to an accelerated 12-month program at Sac State. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-03-07 |
March |
2024 |
| Professor-curated film series attempts to reveal to those who live here what may be unseen in Sacramento |
“The (Un) Expected City” features five films, including one by Sac State faculty and one by a student, which illuminate often-unseen parts of Sacramento. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-04-15 |
April |
2021 |
| Festival of the Arts returns, inviting community onto the Sac State campus for weeklong showcase of arts and humanities |
The College of Arts and Letters’ signature program features events highlighting diverse perspectives and global issues, and culminates with the annual, family-friendly “Sunday Funday.” |
Community and Engagement
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-04-15 |
April |
2024 |
| After two virtual years, Sac State’s Festival of the Arts returns in person |
The showcase, scheduled for April 19-24, brings the campus and wider community together for performances, exhibits, lectures, and more from Sac State students and faculty as well as local and national artists. |
Community and Engagement
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-04-18 |
April |
2022 |
| Feria de Educación returns to campus for first time since 2019 |
The education fair will welcome Spanish-speaking students and their families to campus on Saturday for presentations, workshops, and one-on-one sessions to help them navigate California’s education system. |
Community and Engagement
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-09-30 |
September |
2022 |
| 2023 Feria de Educacion offers higher-education resources to Hispanic-speaking students and their families |
With music, dance, information, and resources, Sac State aimed to inspire Spanish speakers to attend college at its annual Feria de Educacion. More than 1,200 students and their families from across Northern California attended the event on Oct. 7. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-10-10 |
October |
2023 |
| Though online, technology will make annual Feria de Educacion feel like ‘the real thing’ |
“360 Virtual Platform” will allow Spanish-speaking students and families to enter an auditorium and access resources and interactive workshops to help them apply to college. |
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-09-30 |
September |
2021 |
| Festival of New American Music returns live with acclaimed artists, numerous student and alumni ties |
The event, which was presented virtually during the pandemic, brings some of the country’s foremost artists to Sacramento, showcases Sac State’s performing groups, and provides students with great learning opportunities. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-10-31 |
October |
2022 |
| Festival of New American Music to put spotlight on underrepresented artists |
This year's virtual edition of the annual free concert series will feature the work of Black, transgender, and nonbinary composers and performers. |
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-11-05 |
November |
2021 |
| During FeNAM, Sac State Music students learn from and engage with top U.S. composers and artists |
Alongside performances, the annual Festival of New American Music includes master classes and artist forums where scholars can ask questions and have their own work critiqued. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-11-06 |
November |
2023 |
| Festival of New American Music expands partnerships with local K-12 schools, community college |
The weeklong series of free public concerts and workshops for Sac State students will, thanks to a Sac State Anchor Grant, bring participating composers and musicians to Natomas Charter School, McClatchy High School and Cosumnes River College. |
Community and Engagement
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-10-24 |
October |
2024 |
| Felipe Valdez’s bold journey takes him from poverty to NASA’s lofty reaches |
At just 16 years old, Felipe Valdez ’16 (Mechanical Engineering) faced a life-changing decision. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-09-09 |
September |
2020 |
| Sac State students and alumni design sustainable clothes for Fashion Week Sacramento |
Emerging fashion designers from Sac State salvaged old fabrics and secondhand clothes to create a sustainable clothing line, which was featured during the city’s premier fashion showcase. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-02-27 |
February |
2024 |
| Sac State’s CAMP collects essential items for migrant workers during Farmworker Awareness Week |
Farmworkers in Northern California typically work long hours in fields and orchards during searing summer months. This week, Sac State’s CAMP is collecting hats, bandanas and more to distribute to them. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-04-03 |
April |
2024 |
| Familiar, experienced women picked to lead NSM, HHS |
Lisa Hammersley and Robin Carter, both tested leaders for those colleges, are appointed deans after a national search. |
Academic Excellence
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News and Communications Staff
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2020-12-21 |
December |
2020 |
| Hope vies with uncertainty to color Sac State student, faculty outlook in transition back to campus |
The Fall 2021 semester, unlike any before, brings together members of the campus community trying to make sense of a long separation and the new realities of being back at a changed University. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-11-08 |
November |
2021 |
| Sac State outreach pays off with record enrollment for Fall 2021 semester |
A dedicated effort keep continuing students and bring new ones into the fold helped Sacramento State reach unprecedented numbers, despite challenges presented by COVID-19. |
Graduation 2025
Student Success
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-10-04 |
October |
2021 |
| Full transcript of President Nelsen's 2022 Fall Address |
Read the address he delivered to Sacramento State on Aug. 25 as the University embarks on its 75th anniversary year, considering achievements and contemplating what comes next. |
Anchor University
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Robert S. Nelsen, President
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2022-08-26 |
August |
2022 |
| President’s Fall Address stresses resilience and safety |
President Robert S. Nelsen welcomed the Sac State community back to campus after a 17-month hiatus caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and thanked those who helped ensure the University’s mission continued. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-08-25 |
August |
2021 |
| In Fall Address, President will welcome back campus community and tout successes amid trying times |
President Nelsen will deliver remarks and answer questions as campus prepares to reopen and move toward normalcy after 17-month shutdown. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-08-24 |
August |
2021 |
| Sac State President Luke Wood recounts accomplishments, challenges of his first year at the helm |
As a new academic semester begins, President Wood used his Fall Address to discuss new initiatives and ongoing challenges for the University. |
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-08-22 |
August |
2024 |
| Starting Sac State’s 75th anniversary year, President Nelsen’s Fall Address looks to the University’s future while celebrating its accomplishments |
He used his annual speech kicking off the academic year to highlight the University’s impact and growth since its founding in 1947, and to outline plans for what comes next. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-08-26 |
August |
2022 |
| Long interested in earthquakes, Engineering professor now helps keep dams safe from temblors |
Richie Armstrong, who teaches Civil Engineering at Sac State, grew up in Canada but dreamed of living in California to learn more about the state’s ever-present seismic activity. |
Faculty Spotlight
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Dixie Reid
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2021-12-21 |
December |
2021 |
| Faculty giving, University prove to be a good match |
See a need, help meet that need. It seems to be how so many Sac State educators approach the issue of giving on behalf of the University’s students. |
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
Faculty Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-03-16 |
March |
2021 |
| Educational Leadership professor works toward global education equity |
In addition to training the Sacramento region’s future education leaders, Frank Adamson aims to help ensure the right to education for children across the world. |
Faculty Spotlight
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-12-15 |
December |
2021 |
| Path leading to where monkeys roam was set early for Sac State Anthropology professor |
Clara Scarry roams the forests of Argentina to study the behaviors of capuchin monkeys. Now she is bringing students into the fold. |
Faculty Spotlight
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-01-10 |
January |
2022 |
| University honors experts in history, homelessness with faculty awards |
Professors Mona Siegel and Arturo Baiocchi, the 2019-20 recipients of the University Awards for Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity, have contributed significantly to the bodies of knowledge in their respective fields. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
Faculty Excellence
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Dixie Reid
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2021-02-22 |
February |
2021 |
| Annual ethics symposium to focus on challenges facing cities |
National experts will discuss issues such as affordable housing and gentrification, and provide the public with nonpartisan information and resources. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-09-28 |
September |
2021 |
| Two Hornet alumnae receive Latina Estrella Awards from the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce |
Mariela Medina and Jenny Rodriquez are among local Latina leaders recognized for their impact on the Sacramento community. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-01-06 |
January |
2023 |
| Thesis project becomes thriving community center |
Estella Sanchez founded Sol Collective, a thriving Sacramento community center dedicated to arts, culture, and activism, as part of her master's thesis project at Sacramento State. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-05-04 |
May |
2018 |
| Sac State art history and printmaking students collaborate on Crocker Art Museum exhibit |
Nearly 150 contribute to “Estampas: Reflections,” which builds on and interprets themes in a recent Crocker exhibition of Latine art prints. |
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-10-31 |
October |
2023 |
| Sacramento State student, alumni play key role in growing esports industry |
Sac State’s esports club takes fourth place in second annual College Esports International tournament at Golden 1 Center. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-09-27 |
September |
2022 |
| Sac State unveils Esak’tima’ Center to support Native students |
The new cultural center, located in Lassen Hall, seeks to create a “home away from home” for Native students. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-03-08 |
March |
2024 |
| A ‘rehearsal for revolution’: Erin Kaplan and the power of theater |
For Erin Kaplan, theater isn’t just a performance. It’s a chance to have a conversation, learn from one another and promote social change. |
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-11-05 |
November |
2024 |
| Accomplished academic leader Erika Cameron will be Sac State’s new provost |
Cameron, who in recent years has served as provost at Palo Alto University, will join Sac State as provost in March. |
University Leadership
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-01-13 |
January |
2025 |
| Personal outreach to students helps maintain strong Sac State enrollment, despite troubling trends |
Colleges across the country are struggling with enrollment declines, but Sac State exceeded goals thanks to a concerted effort to contact students at risk of missing admissions deadlines and helping them overcome obstacles. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-03-21 |
March |
2023 |
| Outreach effort helps keep University's enrollment strong |
In an effort to stave off enrollment declines, Sacramento State is putting into place a program that will make it easier for high school and community college students to pursue bachelor’s degrees. The “dual admissions” program begins this fall. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sacramento State’s fall enrollment climbs on the strength of innovative programs and student outreach |
Sacramento State’s enrollment rose 2.4% this fall, to 30,912 students. Officials attribute the jump to increased outreach efforts and new programs. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-10-14 |
October |
2024 |
| Sac State has tools in place to help enrollment, grad rates rebound after slight decline |
After achieving historic highs in recent years, Sac State enrollment and graduation rates slipped slightly this fall. Officials said the drop reflects the number of students who left school during the COVID pandemic. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-11-07 |
November |
2023 |
| CSU trustees approve naming of planned new engineering building for philanthropist Ernest E. Tschannen |
The philanthropist’s donation supports the future construction of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building, which will replace Santa Clara Hall. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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News and Advancement Staff
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2022-11-16 |
November |
2022 |
| Emotional Rescue |
Mindful care: Sac State's program supporting the importance of sound mind, sound body has emerged as an essential part of its approach to students. |
Health and Safety
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Cynthia Hubert
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2020-12-18 |
December |
2020 |
| Through children’s books, Elsie Guerrero advocates for children with disabilities |
Elsie Guerrero, a Sacramento State alumna who has published children's books about disabilities inspired by her experiences working in a special needs classroom, also works as a political advocate in Washington, D.C. and runs a mentoring program for Latina high school students, driven by her passion to give back to those with similar backgrounds. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-08-21 |
August |
2018 |
| With her career blasting off, Elizabeth Gabler remains grounded in the community |
The Physics and Astronomy alumna has worked with NASA, Aerojet Rocketdyne, and the UC Davis McClellan Nuclear Research Center, but also stays connected to her roots, including by designing and leading Sac State Planetarium shows. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-10-14 |
October |
2022 |
| The wide-ranging impact of late CSU, Sac State benefactor Eli Broad |
Eli Broad created one of the most memorable legacies of any single supporter of higher education in California, making his mark at Sac State as well as other universities and institutions. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-05-19 |
May |
2021 |
| Sac State professors weigh in on 2024 election, polling technology and Taylor Swift |
Rebekkah Mulholland and Kim Nalder join “Beyond J” host Phillip Alstatt to discuss the upcoming voting cycle, including the impact of misinformation and the war in Gaza on new voters. |
Beyond J
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-10-22 |
October |
2024 |
| Sac State students to showcase their innovation and business skills in nationwide startup pitch competition |
Five students will put their business and technology ideas up against fellow undergraduates from top schools at e-Fest in Minneapolis later this month. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-04-08 |
April |
2025 |
| Strength of Sac State's grad rates, access and equity advances draws praise from U.S. Department of Education |
President Robert S. Nelsen, along with other leaders from the CSU and across the country, was invited to speak Thursday in Washington, D.C. to discuss strategies for uplifting traditionally underserved students. The gathering is hosted by U.S. Education Secretary Miguel A. Cardona. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-08-10 |
August |
2022 |
| Sac State playing key role in improving diversity in education, report shows |
Sac State has built a reputation for serving Hispanic students. A new report shows the University is among the top institutions in the nation in awarding undergraduate Education degrees to Latines. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-08-28 |
August |
2024 |
| College of Engineering and Computer Science receives national award for diversity efforts |
The Bronze recognition from the American Society for Engineering Education honors engineering colleges making “significant, measurable progress in increasing the diversity, inclusion and degree attainment outcomes of their programs.” |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-04-23 |
April |
2024 |
| Sac State awards $1 million in scholarships to early childhood education students |
The state-funded awards are part of the College of Education’s Innovation Center for Excellence in Early Childhood Education, which will also establish elementary school outdoor learning spaces as professional learning opportunities. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-02-21 |
February |
2025 |
| Earth Day fair shows ways to be more sustainable consumers |
The event featured electric cars, clothing swaps and retiring Sacramento State President Robert S. Nelsen’s last tree-planting ceremony. |
Sustainable Campus
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-04-21 |
April |
2023 |
| Sac State and other CSUs to offer early access to community college students |
Beginning this summer, community college students can sign admission agreements to the CSU of their choice, giving them a new path to earning their university degrees. The new Transfer Success Pathway System is part of an effort to boost lagging enrollment of transfer students. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-04-14 |
April |
2023 |
| Library Gallery exhibit shows 120 years of how Sacramentans dressed – and fashion’s social impact |
For the first time, the public will get to see part of the Sacramento State Costume Collection, which features clothes and accessories worn during 1860-1980 and provides insights into the culture of those times. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-09-06 |
September |
2022 |
| Leadership consultant Doug Lipp gained his confidence at Sac State |
Alum created his own major, and used it to launch a career as a successful business speaker and author. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-04-29 |
April |
2020 |
| Celebration set to honor life of former Sac State President Donald R. Gerth |
The longest-serving leader in University history died on Dec. 6, leaving a long, significant legacy of service to the California State University and public higher education. |
Hornet Family
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-03-08 |
March |
2022 |
| Donald Gerth, longest-serving Sac State president, remembered for significant accomplishments in higher education |
Educational leader and teacher, whose work spanned decades and had a powerful impact on the California State University and beyond, passed away on Dec. 6, 2021, at the age of 93. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-12-07 |
December |
2021 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Sac State to honor county Supervisor Don Nottoli’s lifetime of achievement |
A lifelong Sacramento County resident, Nottoli will retire from the Board of Supervisors after more than 40 years of public service – and plenty of accomplishments. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-10-11 |
October |
2022 |
| Sacramento State’s annual Distinguished Alumni Awards honor seven outstanding members of the campus community |
The Alumni Association presented five Distinguished Service Awards, one Honorary Alumnus Award, and one Rising Star Award to a group of individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities, professional industries, and the University. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-10-20 |
October |
2023 |
| Sacramento State honors six exemplary members of the Hornet Family with its annual Distinguished Alumni Awards |
The Alumni Association this year presented three Distinguished Service Awards, an Honorary Alumna Award, a Rising Star Award and the Lifetime Achievement Award to a group of individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities, professional industries and the University. |
Honors and Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Sac State honors six distinguished alumni for campus, community contributions |
The Alumni Association presented four Distinguished Service Awards, one Lifetime Achievement Award, and one Rising Star Award to a group of graduates who have made outstanding contributions to the University and beyond. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-10-18 |
October |
2022 |
| New Disability Cultural Center, first in the CSU, helps students find community and achieve goals |
Sacramento State is one of a handful of universities to open a cultural center dedicated to disabled scholars and their supporters. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-20 |
June |
2023 |
| In underserved neighborhoods, Sacramento State is bridging the “digital divide” and transforming lives |
Sac State students trained as “digital navigators” are helping residents of Lemon Hill boost their computer skills to improve their lives. |
Community Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-06-26 |
June |
2025 |
| Sac State project will help underserved Sacramento residents improve technology skills |
With $3 million in federal funding, the Sacramento Regional Consortium for Digital Equity will help residents of the Lemon Hill neighborhood maximize their use of technology. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-12-20 |
December |
2022 |
| Using latest tech, Sac State professor’s Homeless World Cup documentary will give viewers ‘sense of being there’ |
Diego Bonilla’s film will allow viewers to feel as if they are actually standing inside Hornet Stadium during the tournament – with the hope of building empathy for people who have faced homelessness. |
Research and Innovation
Faculty Excellence
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-07-14 |
July |
2023 |
| Sac State welcomes local students for campus Día de los Muertos celebrations |
Students from Washington Elementary and Hiram Johnson Adult High schools visited as part of Luis Garcia’s “Barrio Art in the Community” class, making sugar skull puppets, participating in a festive procession, and more. |
Community and Engagement
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-11-01 |
November |
2024 |
| How two Sac State grads launched a fast-growing firm that’s reshaping Sacramento |
Entrepreneurs Anne Descalzo and Rachel Zillner left their jobs in corporate banking in 2019 and launched Clutch, a government consulting firm and one of the fastest-growing companies in the region. |
Made At Sac State
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-06-24 |
June |
2025 |
| Derek Parker completes his degree and starts a new program at Sac State |
Derek Parker helped establish Sacramento State's paramedic program, the only one in the CSU system, which has since trained hundreds of students now working in fire departments, ambulance companies, and hospitals throughout California, while also drawing upon his own degree to advance his career as a battalion chief for the Sacramento Fire Department. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-04-17 |
April |
2019 |
| December Stroble learned to become a nursing leader at Sacramento State |
Alumna followed her parents' footsteps into health care, and now works in the emergency room at Sutter Health. |
Health and Safety
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-02-03 |
February |
2021 |
| National awards are the latest recognition for Sac State’s successful Debate Team |
Hornet debaters, who spend the year developing critical research and public speaking skills, were among the finalists at the National Forensics Association tournament in April. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-05-26 |
May |
2023 |
| Sacramento State to recognize seven exceptional students as the University’s top graduates at Commencement |
Each academic college annually honors its most outstanding graduate with the prestigious Dean’s Award, each of which recognizes high academic success, community and campus involvement, and personal achievement. |
University Honors
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Top graduates reflect the perseverance and promise of Sac State’s newest alumni |
The University will honor seven graduates with Deans’ Awards and the President’s Medal for academic excellence and service. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Sac State honors top students with President's Medal and Dean's Award from each college |
In a year that saw a return to campus, these students capped stellar Sac State careers with their academic accomplishments and focus on service to others. |
Academic Excellence
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-05-11 |
May |
2022 |
| President's Medal/Dean’s Award 2023 – Myriad, serious challenges did not stop Norma Sanchez |
Norma Sanchez picked apricots and sorted almonds instead of going to high school, but will graduate with honors from the College of Business. |
Academic Excellence
University Honors
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Seven top graduates receive Deans' Awards, and two are honored with President's Medal |
Each academic college at Sac State annually honors its top student with a Dean's Award. Recipients exemplify the best of the University. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Sexual assault survivor who founded nonprofit to help other survivors receives College of Business Dean’s Award |
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. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Dean’s Award 2024 – After a long and challenging journey, Manar Tayeh graduates as one of Sacramento State’s top students |
Manar Tayeh’s academic journey was interrupted by a move across the country and motherhood. More than a decade after she started college, she is the Dean’s Award winner for the College of Health and Human Services. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Dean’s Award ’22 – SSIS: Chrissy Martinez went home and found her activist voice during the pandemic |
This year’s honoree for the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies learned that her calling is to advocate for people in need, a discovery she made during disruptions caused by COVID-19. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-05-09 |
May |
2022 |
| President's Medal/Dean’s Award 2023 – Prison, uncertainty don’t deter Aylaliya Assefa Birru |
Aylaliya Assefa Birru wants to be an immigration attorney serving disadvantaged and marginalized communities, despite facing possible deportation to Ethiopia. |
Academic Excellence
University Honors
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Dean’s Award – SSIS: Graduate promotes healthy nutrition in community |
Mario Lopez-Mendez says it was “good fortune” that he was able to attend Sacramento State, where he is earning a degree in Nutrition and Food. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-05-17 |
May |
2021 |
| Engineering and Computer Science Dean’s Award winner is a role model for Latinas in STEM |
Isabel Santoyo-Garcia, one of the University's top graduates, leads by example with an impressive resume of web development projects and community service. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| President’s Medal 2024 – Sofía del Pilar Roca Castro aims to use her degree to support music programs back home in Peru |
Sofía Roca Castro, a Sacramento State Music Education major, has been named the President's Medal recipient for her academic excellence and passion for bringing music education to underprivileged communities in her native Peru. |
University Honors
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| President’s Medal/ECS: Mohammad Rawi Dawoodzada’s dreams followed him from Afghanistan and were realized at Sac State |
This scholar traveled from Afghanistan to California to pursue an education in electrical engineering, and overcame multiple obstacles on his way to earning the University’s top student honor. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-05-17 |
May |
2022 |
| History major persevered through addiction and homelessness to become one of Sac State’s top graduates |
Keeley O’Farrell, the College of Arts and Letters Dean’s Award winner, pulled herself out of opioid addiction to go back to school and graduate summa cum laude. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Dean’s Award ’22 – NSM: After Geography success and COVID-19 challenges, Rebecca Vail looks toward an improved world |
This year’s Dean’s Award winner from the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, refused to let the impact COVID-19 had on her personally keep her down. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-05-12 |
May |
2022 |
| Dean’s Award 2023 – Abigail McInnes plans to use her science education to ‘make a difference’ |
Abigail McInnes once dreamed of being a film director. Then she discovered science. She will graduate as one of Sac State’s top students, earning a Dean’s Award from the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. |
Academic Excellence
University Honors
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Dean's Award - NSM: Seham Aldafari's early days in Yemen fuel her desire to help others |
Born where women are discouraged from pursuing higher education, President’s Medal winner Seham Aldafari has excelled at Sac State in and out of the classroom. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-05-10 |
May |
2021 |
| Natural Sciences and Mathematics Dean’s Award winner Noi found her passion for chemistry at Sac State |
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. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Health and Human Services Dean’s Award winner honors parents’ sacrifices, aims to help underserved communities |
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. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Dean’s Award 2024 – Destiny Nash uses education and research to overcome anxiety |
Destiny Nash, a community activist, artist and shark enthusiast, is the Dean’s Award recipient for the College of Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies. |
University Honors
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Dean's Award 2024 – Through thick and thin, Deaf Studies graduate Taylor Longmire is dedicated to her cause |
As she marks the end of a seven-year journey to a college degree, the Dean's Award winner for the College of Education is ready to broaden representation as a Black interpreter for the Deaf and hard of hearing. |
University Honors
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Dean’s Award 2024 – Accounting major Sukhleen Kaur bucked tradition to leave India to pursue her degree |
Sukhleen Kaur, who already has landed a job as an accountant, is the 2023-24 Dean’s Award recipient for the College of Business. |
University Honors
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Top students of 2021 honored with Deans' Awards and President's Medal |
Each academic college at Sac State annually honors its top student with its Dean's Award. This year's honorees exemplify the very best of the University. |
Academic Excellence
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-05-14 |
May |
2021 |
| Dean’s Award ’22 – HHS: Leon Burns turns his hard experiences into a powerful force to help others |
A stretch of homelessness and addiction led to realization, hard work, and achievement, allowing honoree to pursue his mission to lift others from the darkness he experienced. |
Academic Excellence
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2022-05-11 |
May |
2022 |
| Dean’s Award – HHS: Scholar who worried she wouldn’t finish high school graduating as one of Sac State’s top students |
Janai Belmonte struggled with dyslexia and an auditory processing disorder, and now wants to help others work through difficult times. |
Academic Excellence
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Dixie Reid
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2021-05-12 |
May |
2021 |
| Dean’s Award 2024 – Persistence, determination paid off for Eileen Garcia-Fuentes |
A high school math teacher in her small town of Dos Palos convinced Eileen Garcia-Fuentes that she could succeed in college. She is this year’s winner of the Dean’s Award in the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. |
University Honors
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Dean’s Award – Education: Mona Thompson Ross goes from high school dropout to top college graduate |
Giving up was never an option for American Sign Language and Deaf Studies major who overcame homelessness, cancer, and other challenges to earn her degree. |
Academic Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-05-18 |
May |
2021 |
| Dean’s Award ’22 – Education: Josue Vasquez’s mother had faith in him, and he rewarded it |
Two decades after his mom bought him a computer, Josue Vasquez has built a career in IT and teaching and wants to ensure underrepresented students and their families have the tech skills they need to succeed. |
Academic Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-05-10 |
May |
2022 |
| Dean’s Award 2023 – Holly Wilson uses triumph over her struggles to help others cope |
Holly Wilson has a history of trauma and it has motivated her to want to assist young adults in finding ways to look within themselves to overcome bad experiences and succeed. |
Academic Excellence
University Honors
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Dean’s Award 2023 – Powering through problems leads to honors for Brennan Beell |
Attending college later in life after helping raise his younger sister, who was battling drug addiction, Brennan Beell overcame much adversity and many challenges to graduate with honors and earn his bachelor’s degree. |
Academic Excellence
University Honors
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Dean’s Award – ECS: Engineering student never gave up on earning a degree |
Despite multiple moves and the need to help support her family, Sarahanne Mora continued to work toward her engineering bachelor’s. |
Academic Excellence
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Dixie Reid
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2021-05-17 |
May |
2021 |
| Dean’s Award – Business: Winner is grateful for hardships that ‘made me who I am today’ |
William Harmon Bradley faced significant personal adversity on his way to becoming one of Sacramento State’s top graduates. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-05-14 |
May |
2021 |
| First-generation college student wins SSIS Dean’s Award and plans to pursue career in academia |
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. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Dean’s Award ’22 – Business: Emily Gonsalves credits Sac State for helping her achieve personal, educational triumphs |
The honored scholar overcame hardships to become a top Business student, while finding the University’s diversity to be a source of healing, strength, and hope for her future. |
Academic Excellence
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2022-05-16 |
May |
2022 |
| Lifelong learner and civil rights advocate Jeffery Benson treads his own path to a degree |
The 61-year-old recipient of the President’s Medal and the Dean’s Award for the College of Education has persevered and thrived on his journey to graduation. |
Commencement
Student Success
Honors and Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-05-12 |
May |
2025 |
| Dean's Award 2024 – Civil Engineering and Mathematics graduate Anna Babchanik found a formula for success through community |
The double-major graduated in the fall and will walk at Commencement as the top graduate of the College of Engineering and Computer Science. |
University Honors
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-05-13 |
May |
2024 |
| Dean’s Award ’22 – A&L: Drawing helped Scott Azevedo overcome a difficult childhood and adult setbacks to earn his college degrees |
Pushing through the pain of homelessness and trauma, and suffering as a target of homophobia, Azevedo developed his passion - along with great skill - for painting and ultimately earned his college’s top honor. |
Academic Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-05-13 |
May |
2022 |
| Dean’s Awards 2023 – Resourceful History major persevered on path to a degree, career in diplomacy |
Faced with adversity from an early age, Douglas Andreasen took initiative to pursue his education, becoming the first in his family to attend a four-year college. |
Academic Excellence
University Honors
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Dean’s Award – A&L: Scholar’s preparation and drive shortened her road to graduation |
Tiara Alston was ahead of the curve from her first semester. Committed to the college’s Four Year Promise program, the aspiring attorney earned her Philosophy degree in 3½ years. |
Academic Excellence
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Ahmed V. Ortiz
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2021-05-18 |
May |
2021 |
| Dean’s Award 2023 – Tanesha Rose Sullins, Sac State star scholar and sprinter, races to the finish line |
Tanesha Rose Sullins gave up her college running career to focus on her studies at Sac State. She emerged as one of the University’s top students, earning a degree in Health Science and a 2023 Dean’s Award. |
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-05-05 |
May |
2023 |
| Sac State’s Day of Service leads volunteers to work on behalf of local communities |
The Community Engagement Center rallies members of the University community to a variety of projects meant to make parts of the region that much better. |
Anchor University
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2022-03-14 |
March |
2022 |
| Sac State, local institutions sign groundbreaking data-sharing agreement to help streamline pathway to college |
Sacramento State is partnering with local educational institutions in a groundbreaking agreement designed to clear barriers for student success. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-03-27 |
March |
2025 |
| After a decade of persistence, actress Danielle Moné Truitt's moment has come |
Actress Danielle Moné Truitt, known for her starring role in the BET series Rebel, credits her time at Sacramento State with giving her the confidence and skills to pursue a successful career in Hollywood. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-03-02 |
March |
2018 |
| Equity and Affinity director reflects on impact of DACA at its 10th anniversary |
Erik Ramirez says DACA and the California Dream Act opened doors to him. Now he leads Sac State’s efforts to serve undocumented students. |
Antiracist Campus
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-06-17 |
June |
2022 |
| Vu Nguyen, detective who died in the line of duty, to receive a posthumous Distinguished Service Award |
Nguyen, a star Sac State Criminal Justice graduate and a standout recruit for the Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department, died in the line of duty in 2007 but lives on through nonprofit groups established in his name. |
Honors and Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Distinguished Alumni honoree Viridiana Diaz takes values developed at Sac State to leadership role at CSU San Marcos |
Viridiana Diaz, who earned four degrees at Sac State and rose to serve as its associate vice president of Strategic Support Programs, is modeling the University’s culture in her new position as vice president of Student Affairs at CSU San Marcos. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| Banker Scott Robertson’s commitment to community service is honored with Distinguished Service Award |
Robertson, who started as a teller at Tri Counties Bank when he was a senior at Sac State, led efforts to bring free financial health information and workshops to campus. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| Sac State to honor six exceptional alumni for contributions to campus and community |
This year’s recipients of Distinguished Alumni Awards are having a positive impact and representing the University’s values in action. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-09-10 |
September |
2021 |
| ‘Good human’ Ron Brown has achieved a lifetime of accomplishments while helping others succeed |
The president and CEO of Brown Construction and Sac State alum is this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipient for his work bridging the gap between students and industry. |
Honors and Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Robin Carter was a force at Sacramento State and continues to serve the community |
Robin Carter found her life’s calling at Sacramento State, where she earned two degrees, became a professor of Social Work, and held various administrative positions. She strongly believes in community service, something her parents emphasized when she was growing up in Atwater. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| California State Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas to receive Distinguished Service Award |
Rivas, a 2003 Sac State graduate, was elected to the State Assembly in 2018 and is among this year’s Distinguished Alumni Award honorees. |
Honors and Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Aviator Patricia Webb never wavered in her quest of the skies |
Distinguished Service Award recipient Patricia Webb, who enjoyed a long, groundbreaking Air Force career, helped lead the way for future women pilots. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-09-03 |
September |
2021 |
| ‘Rising Star’ Noel Mora has demonstrated leadership on campus, in the community |
Noel Mora, who earned two degrees from Sac State and continues to contribute to the University and the broader community, is the 2024 recipient of the Rising Star Award from Sac State’s Alumni Association. |
Honors and Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Margaret Washington, retired professor of history and bestselling author, receives Distinguished Service Award |
The historian, professor, lecturer, and advocate has dedicated her career to educating people on the experiences of Black Americans, women, and others and has made a significant impact on the Sac State campus community. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| Financial advisor Marco Rodriguez to receive Distinguished Service Award for dedication to Sacramento community |
Sac State alumnus, who volunteers hundreds of hours serving on nonprofit boards, is among this year’s Distinguished Alumni Award recipients. |
Honors and Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Kristin Wright's work helps bring equity, inclusion to thousands of students with disabilities |
Her journey started off in another direction, but her passion and personal experience led to a position of great impact. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Ahmed V. Ortiz
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2021-09-08 |
September |
2021 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Josefina Dominguez fought long odds on her path to a medical career |
Josefina Dominguez worked hard to become a physician specializing in the highly competitive, male-dominated field of vascular surgery. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-09-09 |
September |
2021 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Rising Star Jamil Kochai finds literary success with debut novel |
His family heritage and a "brilliant teacher" helped Jamil Kochai on a path that led to his writing of an acclaimed novel. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2021-09-10 |
September |
2021 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Former HHS Dean Fred Baldini built impressive legacy at Sac State |
Distinguished Service Award winner Fred Baldini was an “accidental” Hornet but left the University a better place than he found it. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-02 |
September |
2021 |
| Elizabeth Shattuck to receive Honorary Alumni Award for decades of support for Sac State History students |
In 2016, Shattuck established the Shattuck Endowment and Peter H. Shattuck Endowed Chair in Colonial History in memory of her husband, longtime Sac State Professor Peter Shattuck. |
Honors and Awards
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-11-07 |
November |
2024 |
| Elizabeth Gabler, a Sac State graduate who has worked on NASA missions, receives Rising Star Award |
The Physics alumna, who has been named one of the world’s top young scientists, is currently working on the Artemis mission while still finding time to volunteer at the Sac State Planetarium and her hometown observatory. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| Distinguished Alumni: Education leader Ed Manansala's passion for service was honed as a Hornet |
As a child, Ed Manansala hoped to someday work with at-risk youth. As an adult, he helps better children’s lives through education. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-07 |
September |
2021 |
| Daniel Hahn, Sacramento’s first Black police chief, admits his mom was right |
Retired police chief Hahn, who broke racial barriers in Roseville and Sacramento, continues to teach criminal justice courses at Sac State |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| Bob Olsen, who helped make Sac State’s Construction Management program successful, named Honorary Alumnus |
Olsen, a pioneer in local construction, is the co-founder of a top Sacramento firm and board chair for the nation’s largest employer of disabled Americans. |
Distinguished Alumni Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-10-19 |
October |
2023 |
| $3 million National Science Foundation grant renews support for Sac State’s cybersecurity training |
The CyberCorps Scholarship for Service ensures opportunity and access to professional development and training courses for students who commit to work in cybersecurity for federal or other government branches. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-07-31 |
July |
2023 |
| Sac State’s role in boosting cybersecurity training expands with new grant |
A $518,940 award allows the University to grant certificates through the National Cybersecurity Teaching Academy, a program meant to prepare high school teachers to educate young people and inspire them to enter the cybersecurity field. |
Faculty Excellence
Anchor University
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-09-16 |
September |
2022 |
| ASI Food Pantry seeks groceries that reflect Sac State’s diverse cultures |
The University is one of the country’s most ethnically diverse campuses, and the pantry is trying to stock up on and provide food that resonates with students from all backgrounds. |
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-03-15 |
March |
2022 |
| New Sac State cultural competency certificate helps professionals better serve vulnerable populations |
The new program — designed for law enforcement, social workers, and other professionals — covers topics including race, homelessness, and immigration. |
Community and Engagement
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-09-26 |
September |
2023 |
| Cultural centers take center stage as places of support and celebration |
APIDA, MLK, and Native American centers are hubs of connection and support for students from diverse backgrounds. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Sac State Chemistry student earns top CSU award for research into pathogen-fighting molecules |
Anthony Perez, who studies agents designed to block transmission of viruses, won the coveted Don Eden Graduate Student Research Award at this year’s CSUPERB symposium. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-01-25 |
January |
2023 |
| CSU program helps jump-start chemistry research disrupted by COVID-19 |
Four Sac State faculty were among just 78 systemwide to receive grants from the California State University Program for Education and Research in Biotechnology. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-10-21 |
October |
2021 |
| Art History students create audio guides for Crocker museum |
Eight guides, which feature the diverse and unique perspectives of Sacramento State scholars, are available to the public, with more than a dozen to follow next year. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-12-07 |
December |
2022 |
| Vaccine hesitancy widespread in the region, poll finds |
Thirty-nine percent of people in the region say they would likely reject vaccination if offered, according to a new survey from Sac State and Valley Vision. |
Research and Innovation
Health and Safety
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-05-13 |
May |
2021 |
| Chemistry professor’s work could lead to new treatments for COVID-19 |
Researchers led by Sacramento State Professor Katherine McReynolds have shown that substances that block transmission of HIV might also work against the coronavirus and other diseases. |
Research and Innovation
Academic Excellence
Faculty Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-02-12 |
February |
2021 |
| Sacramento morning show mainstay Courtney Dempsey values connection to community |
Courtney Dempsey, a longtime anchor of Good Day Sacramento and Sacramento State communication studies alumna, has built a strong connection with the local community during her more than 20 years on the popular morning show. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2018-01-23 |
January |
2018 |
| College of Education offers virtual workshop on mental health, counseling |
Though progress has been made toward overcoming the COVID-19 pandemic, mental health issues remain serious threats. A daylong workshop Friday will offer students and others strategies for coping. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-03-18 |
March |
2021 |
| Registration opens for Feb. 14 Antiracism and Inclusive Convocation |
A major step toward putting the University's Antiracism and Inclusive Campus plan into action, "A CALL TO ACTION: Eradicate, Resolve, and Liberate" will offer consideration of transformative concepts, strategies and goals. |
Antiracist Campus
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-01-27 |
January |
2022 |
| Convocation represents significant step toward realizing antiracism goals |
Using its Antiracism and Inclusive Campus Plan as a blueprint, Sacramento State will engage the campus community in deeper discussion and an effort to implement the plan. |
Antiracist Campus
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-02-08 |
February |
2022 |
| President Wood and faculty welcome 2,500 incoming students and their loved ones during Convocation |
At the two ceremonies, which mark the beginning of new Hornets’ academic journeys, and students were encouraged to get involved on campus and “consider how you want to change the world.” |
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-08-23 |
August |
2024 |
| Construction Management program celebrates 50 years amid successful partnership with industry |
The Sacramento State Construction Management program achieves 100% job placement through strong relationships with industry leaders in the Sacramento region. |
Academic Excellence
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-11-30 |
November |
2022 |
| Rapper Consci8us uses music to share his strong message of community |
DeWayne LaMont Ewing Jr., known as the rapper Consci8us, uses his music and his work with Sacramento youth to spread a message of empowerment and inspire positive change in the community. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2019-09-24 |
September |
2019 |
| Comstock’s ‘Young Professional and Leadership’ issue honors five Hornet alums |
Annual issue highlights innovative, diverse and forward-thinking professionals who are making an impact. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-06-30 |
June |
2020 |
| New grant boosts Sac State training for area K-12 educators to teach computer science |
Funding from the National Science Foundation will support partial tuition reimbursements current teachers seeking a “supplementary authorization” allowing them to teach computer science. |
Anchor University
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-04-20 |
April |
2023 |
| Sac State adds nearly 500 composting bins as part of carbon-neutrality push |
The new “three-stream” receptacles, installed throughout campus, will divert around 60 tons of food waste each year. |
Sustainable Campus
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-11-16 |
November |
2021 |
| Community’s critical support for students takes many forms |
The COVID-19 pandemic placed even more pressure on many students struggling to meet their own basic needs, and the community responded with even greater generosity and care. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-03-16 |
March |
2021 |
| Community, the mayor step up to feed students over break |
The Sac State Winter Break Meal Program brings locally cooked food and groceries to hungry Hornets. |
Engaged Campus
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Dixie Reid
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2021-01-08 |
January |
2021 |
| Sac State partners with community colleges to create guaranteed pathway to Black Honors College |
Sixteen community colleges are partnering with Sacramento State to create a pathway for students to transfer to the University’s new Black Honors College. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-06-14 |
June |
2024 |
| Stingers Up and plenty of smiles during Sac State's 2022 Commencement |
Photos and videos help tell the joyful story as the University returns to in-person Commencement for a record number of 2022 graduates. |
Commencement
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News and Communications Staff
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2022-05-21 |
May |
2022 |
| Class of 2022 crosses the finish line after an unprecedented four years |
From wildfires to the COVID-19 pandemic, an array of significant challenges faced the more than 9,400 Sacramento State graduating students who have persevered and earned their degrees this year. |
Hornet Family
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-05-19 |
May |
2022 |
| Record number - 9,435 - of students prepare to graduate during May 20-22 ceremonies at Golden 1 Center |
Students in the Class of 2022 are the first to experience formal, in-person Commencement after nearly two years of pandemic restrictions that created countless challenges but did not derail their academic journeys. |
Commencement
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-05-17 |
May |
2022 |
| President Luke Wood to preside over first Commencement, where record number of graduates will receive degrees |
More than 9,700 Sacramento State students will receive their diplomas this weekend during Commencement ceremonies at Golden 1 Center. President Luke Wood, a Sac State alumnus who took the helm of the University in July, will preside over the ceremonies. |
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-05-16 |
May |
2024 |
| Civil Engineering graduate Madison Damman succeeds by helping others thrive |
The 23-year-old earned a bachelor’s degree from Sacramento State, crossing the stage at the returning Winter Commencement on Saturday, Dec. 14. |
Commencement
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-12-16 |
December |
2024 |
| Honorary degrees, President’s medals recognize community members whose contributions span the globe |
During Commencement, Sacramento State will recognize four exceptional individuals who have made a positive impact on the University, their communities, and beyond. |
University Honors
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-04-17 |
April |
2023 |
| Sacramento State, CSU recognize three individuals’ excellence with honorary degrees, President’s Medal |
Thomas L. Karlo, Paul Lau and Randy Solorio were recognized for their contributions to the University, the CSU, the region and beyond. |
Honors and Awards
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Daniel Wilson
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2025-04-03 |
April |
2025 |
| Honorary degrees, President’s medals recognize five outstanding individuals for excellence |
Each year, several community members are recognized for their contributions to Sacramento State, CSU, the region and beyond. |
University Honors
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-04-03 |
April |
2024 |
| Unprecedented student honors, president’s final appearance to highlight Sac State’s 2023 Commencement |
Honorary degrees for two students whose educations were cut short, and Robert S. Nelsen’s farewell will be among highlights for a record number of graduates May 19-21 at Golden 1 Center. |
Commencement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-05-16 |
May |
2023 |
| President, students reflect on another record-breaking Commencement |
More than 9,500 Hornets walked the stage at Golden 1 Center this past weekend as Sacramento State’s 2023 Commencement rocked the downtown arena. As he prepares for his July retirement, the three-day event also marked the final time President Robert S. Nelsen will congratulate graduates as they complete their educational journeys. |
Commencement
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-05-23 |
May |
2023 |
| Families, community celebrate record number of graduates at Sacramento State Commencement |
This year’s Commencement, the first under President Luke Wood’s leadership, saw another record-breaking class receive degrees as more than 9,700 Hornets became alumni over the weekend. |
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
|
2024-05-20 |
May |
2024 |
| Graduates leave 2022 Commencement with sense of hope and possibilities |
Returning to Golden 1 Center for the annual celebration of academic accomplishment, the newest Sac State alumni accepted their accolades and looked to what might be coming their way. |
Commencement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-05-24 |
May |
2022 |
| Sac State partners with MMA luminary to offer high-level comprehensive combat sports program |
The University and UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber join to create Combat U, designed to be another avenue to higher education, as well as a vehicle to attain athletic excellence. |
Student Success
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News and Communications Staff
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2024-01-18 |
January |
2024 |
| Sacramento State partners with MMA great to create new pathway to education and athletic competition through Combat U |
The program, officially named Combat Sports and Martial Arts University, will provide a clear pathway to higher education for students who want to pursue various martial arts, including those from traditionally underserved communities, and opportunities for high-level training and competition. |
Student Life
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-01-19 |
January |
2024 |
| Sac State contingent among thousands sent forth by Gov. Newsom into College Corps service |
Sacramento State students are among more than 3,000 college scholars across the state who will take part in the inaugural CaliforniansForAll College Corps project. The effort will pay them to help improve their communities. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-10-10 |
October |
2022 |
| Sac State among colleges chosen for statewide program putting students into community service |
About 250 Hornets will receive money next academic year from a state grant to help pay for college in exchange for community service work, part of the new CaliforniansForAll College Corps program. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-01-18 |
January |
2022 |
| Sac State receives $5.9 million to expand ‘College Corps’ community service fellowship program |
The University will launch its own version of the statewide program, offering hundreds of students a chance to earn $10,000 in exchange for working at local community service organizations. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-04-08 |
April |
2024 |
| New AI course will teach how to explore the technology’s impact on education and jobs |
The class is open to anyone and will help students gain hands-on experience with AI tools and learn how to utilize them in the pursuit of their goals. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
|
2024-08-09 |
August |
2024 |
| After 24 years of studying cichlids, Professor Ron Coleman is still learning about that fish's parenting best practices |
In his lab within Humboldt Hall, the Biology professor studies how these fish care for their young. Coleman’s work earned him Sac State’s Senior Faculty Award. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-10-23 |
October |
2024 |
| On acclaimed podcast, Cole Cuchna dissects pop music using his love of research and his Sac State degree |
Alumnus is the creator and host of “Dissect,” a show that applies the same kind of critical analysis to hip-hop, R&B, and rock that Cuchna applied to Mozart and Beethoven while a student. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-12-06 |
December |
2023 |
| New Sac State Business dean to focus on accessibility, community |
Jean-Francois Coget, who at Sonoma State emphasized “purpose-driven business” and helping underrepresented students, hopes to build on College of Business’s success. |
Faculty Spotlight
Faculty Excellence
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-02-24 |
February |
2023 |
| College of Business launches accelerated, fully online iMBA program |
The revamped, 12-month Master of Business Administration program accommodates working professionals’ busy schedules. |
Academic Excellence
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-03-08 |
March |
2023 |
| College of Business Film Festival explores emotional intelligence in management leadership |
Students in a human resources management class teamed up to produce four comedic films examining leadership theories and emotional intelligence at the College of Business’s 14th annual Film Festival. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-11-20 |
November |
2024 |
| As CMC celebrates its first anniversary, Sac State’s key role in the tech innovator emerges |
The California Mobility Center has gotten impressive results in its first year of work on technology cutting edges, and the University is an important part of the enterprise. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
Student Success
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-03-22 |
March |
2022 |
| Student history journal named best in nation |
"Clio," researched and edited by Sac State History students, received first place in the 2022 Nash History Journal Prize national competition. |
Academic Excellence
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
|
2023-01-10 |
January |
2023 |
| Three faculty members selected for county task force to address climate change |
Ghazan Khan, Roslyn Roberts and Ajay Singh bring their expertise in Civil Engineering, Accounting, and Environmental Studies to a 13-member team assembled to help the Sacramento region reach carbon neutrality by 2030. |
Community and Engagement
Faculty Excellence
Anchor University
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Daniel Wilson
|
2022-11-17 |
November |
2022 |
| Class Notes: Notable Sac State grads and their accomplishments |
Throughout the years, the University's alumni have made their mark on their communities, in their professions, and on behalf of Sacramento State. |
Hornet Family
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-04-27 |
April |
2021 |
| Class Notes: Notable Sac State grads and their accomplishments |
Across industries and academic disciplines, Hornets are making their mark in the region, state, nation, and world. |
Made At Sac State
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Sacramento State Alumni Association
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Campus resource fair offers tools, opportunities for students, public to engage and make change in their communities |
The Community Engagement Center held the sixth annual Civic Engagement Resource Fair in person Tuesday for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-10-12 |
October |
2022 |
| 'Chill Cloud' helps campus community combat social isolation |
Online platform allows anyone at Sac State to set up or attend informal virtual hangouts on a variety of topics. |
Engaged Campus
Health and Safety
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Jonathan Morales
|
2020-12-01 |
December |
2020 |
| $1.4 million state budget earmark includes funding to improve Children’s Center playground |
Money secured by Assemblymember Kevin McCarty will resurface outdoor play areas at the Associated Students Inc. Children’s Center and boost other campus programs that support students. |
Caring and Support
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-09-29 |
September |
2022 |
| Redesigned Child and Adolescent Development program expands opportunities for students |
College of Education’s largest program retooled to provide fuller understanding of career options and incorporate antiracist research and practices. |
Academic Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-09-17 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State, SMUD, and UC Davis Health break ground on new child development center |
Facility on Folsom Boulevard near campus is scheduled to open in summer 2022 and benefit University employees in need of care. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-12-10 |
December |
2021 |
| Sac State, UC Davis, and SMUD cut ribbon on child care center for employees |
The Bright Path to Learning Child Development Center, located in East Sacramento, will help ease a shortage in quality, affordable child care. |
Community and Engagement
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-12-13 |
December |
2022 |
| Historical collection shows impact Sac State activists had on Chicano movement |
The collection, considered one of the largest to chronicle the significant push for Chicano social and labor advancement, includes often-dramatic recounting of those fraught and critically important times. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Dixie Reid
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2021-02-19 |
February |
2021 |
| New CSU chancellor praises Sac State’s graduation, antiracism efforts in visit |
Joseph I. Castro met with students and faculty, spoke with media, answered questions during an open forum, and toured the campus on his first official visit to Sac State. |
Antiracist Campus
Student Success
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-11-03 |
November |
2021 |
| Amid progress and challenges, Joseph Castro makes first Sac State visit as CSU chancellor |
The leader of the nation's largest four-year system of higher education, who was the first in his family to attend college, has a powerful message for Sac State students: Never be afraid to ask for help. |
Academic Excellence
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-11-01 |
November |
2021 |
| Celebrating Black alumni |
During Black History Month, we highlight alums who are excelling in a variety of fields and defining what it means to be Made at Sac State. |
Made At Sac State
Hornet Family
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-02-01 |
February |
2021 |
| Sac State students, staff volunteer to help distribute 1,900 holiday meals |
The Community Engagement Center organized 30 volunteers from Sac State who gave out holiday meal kits to 1,900 households during the River City Food Bank’s Thanksgiving distribution event. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-11-22 |
November |
2023 |
| Sac State celebrates 25 years of students giving back to their community |
Through the Community Engagement Center, thousands of Hornets give their time annually to local nonprofits and other agencies. |
Community and Engagement
Engaged Campus
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2021-10-12 |
October |
2021 |
| Combat U’s boxing team will go head-to-head with UC Davis in the ring as Sacramento State expands Causeway Classic |
The Causeway Classic football game in November will be preceded by a full card of amateur boxing bouts featuring student-athletes from the University’s Combat U. |
Hornet Family
Student Success
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Daniel Wilson
|
2024-07-26 |
July |
2024 |
| Carnegie designation acknowledges Sac State’s community standing |
Efforts to not only be in the community but to be part of the community continue to burnish Sac State’s standing. That work also earned the University designation as a Carnegie Community-Engaged Campus. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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News and Communications Staff
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2021-03-16 |
March |
2021 |
| Two-day CARmencement will be a celebration on wheels |
Vehicle parade through campus will celebrate graduates’ academic accomplishments in person and in an unforgettable way. |
Academic Excellence
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-05-19 |
May |
2021 |
| Sac State 'CARmencement' paves celebratory road for graduates in the pandemic-changed era |
Far from the traditional walk across the stage, Sacramento State's alternative ceremony for 2020 and 2021 graduates will nonetheless offer spectacle and honor to recognize their well-earned achievements. |
Academic Excellence
Hornet Family
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
|
2021-03-18 |
March |
2021 |
| ‘CARmencement’ salutes 2020, 2021 graduates with unconventional and joyous celebration |
Nearly 4,000 Hornets and their families honked, cheered, and sang their way through campus during the two-day event. |
Academic Excellence
Made At Sac State
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert and Dixie Reid
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2021-05-24 |
May |
2021 |
| Carlsen Center hosts first University-wide pitch competition |
An online marketplace to help EV owners find charging stations and a prototype for movable race car wings to maximize speed were the top prize winners and will compete in a CSU-wide pitch event in May. |
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-04-13 |
April |
2023 |
| Breaking down Sac State's new "Research 2" designation and what it means for faculty and students |
Interim Provost Carlos Nevarez joins "Beyond J" to talk about the University being recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its "high research activity." |
Research and Innovation
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-03-11 |
March |
2025 |
| Administrators promise changes, offer support in response to student concerns about safety |
About 150 students filling the University Union’s Redwood Room shared their thoughts during a gathering organized in response to reported sexual assaults on and near campus earlier during the fall semester. |
Caring and Support
Health and Safety
Hornet Family
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-11-18 |
November |
2022 |
| Sacramento State students creating catalog of campus public art |
Students in Mya Dosch’s public art class are researching and writing about more than a dozen sculptures, murals and other campus art for a publicly available catalog that will feature information about 40 pieces. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
Excellence in the Arts
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-11-15 |
November |
2024 |
| New state grant will allow Sac State to turn uneaten Dining Commons food scraps into usable compost |
Sacramento State Sustainability was awarded a $179,618 CalRecycle grant to purchase an on-site composter, providing a major boost to the University’s efforts to become a zero waste campus. |
Sustainable Campus
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-12-21 |
December |
2023 |
| Students learn techniques for intervening in bias incidents |
Amidst ongoing concerns about attacks on Asians, Sacramento State is offering training on how to defusing racially charged incidents. |
Antiracist Campus
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-08-12 |
August |
2021 |
| Social media app created by and for Sac State students has campus buzzing |
Buzly, designed by a group of Hornet entrepreneurs, is building campus community and helping the University better reach students. |
Engaged Campus
Research and Innovation
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-06-17 |
June |
2022 |
| Business college’s name changes, but mission remains the same |
Modern name reflects field’s transition into a broader and more rigorous discipline. |
Research and Innovation
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-06-10 |
June |
2021 |
| New Business Analytics master’s degree offers cutting-edge methods to solve business problems |
The College of Business recently launched a new graduate program that teaches students how to mine and analyze large amounts of data to help companies make decisions. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2022-08-15 |
August |
2022 |
| After devastating fires, Sac State professor and her students help Bushy Lake rise from the ashes |
Since 2015, Environmental Sciences Professor Michelle Stevens and her students have been restoring a habitat within the Bushy Lake area near Cal Expo, now with the help of a $5,000 Anchor Grant from the University. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2022-10-18 |
October |
2022 |
| Faculty and student restoration work at Bushy Lake reaping tangible rewards |
A project to restore wetland and riparian acreage near Cal Expo is a perfect example of Sac State’s efforts to be a university anchored in the community. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
Faculty Excellence
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2021-04-19 |
April |
2021 |
| Celebration of Sac State’s years-long Bushy Lake restoration work set for April 29 |
Eight years after embarking on a project to protect an obscure American River gem, a Sac State professor and her students will welcome members of the public to the area known as Bushy Lake. The day will feature music, tours, information booths, and speakers. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-04-26 |
April |
2023 |
| Social issues find a community-wide forum in ‘Building Justice’ podcast |
A podcast produced by Sacramento State’s Center on Race, Immigration & Social Justice highlights work by faculty, students and the community to push for change. |
Community and Engagement
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-01-18 |
January |
2023 |
| Founder of innovative music lending library used ‘every single class’ at Sac State to realize his vision |
Combining business savvy developed at Sac State with a love for music, Buddy Hale created MusicLandria, which puts instruments and equipment in the hands of people who share that same affinity. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2022-05-06 |
May |
2022 |
| Sac State encouraged muralist Bryan Valenzuela to color outside the lines |
The artist, whose work is on public display in Sacramento and elsewhere, says faculty encouraged students to get creative and go in their own direction. He took them at their word. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2021-09-29 |
September |
2021 |
| Writer and comic store owner Brent Trayce Sands gives Sacramento a hometown hero |
Sands, the creator of Anthony “Impound” Endsley, credits Sac State with providing the writing, networking, and marketing skills essential to his success. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2023-02-03 |
February |
2023 |
| Presidential Leadership Scholar continues crusade for clean energy |
Sacramento State grad Brandon Kline fights climate change with capitalism and clean energy solutions. |
Made At Sac State
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John Blomster
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2016-08-19 |
August |
2016 |
| Brandon Henry opens doors to medicine for young people of color |
Sac State alum and physician works with high school, college athletes and with an organization that promotes diversity in health fields. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
|
2021-08-04 |
August |
2021 |
| Sac State professor’s new study finds Black men did not move from Democratic Party to Trump |
Christopher Towler’s recent 2024 Black Voter Project disputes narratives that emerged after the election and presents a better analysis of Black public opinion. |
Research and Innovation
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Jennifer K. Morita
|
2025-02-20 |
February |
2025 |
| California Assembly honors Sac State with state’s first Black-Serving Institution designation |
Sac State leaders gathered at the State Capitol on Thursday to witness a floor resolution recognizing the University’s work to promote the success of Black and African American Students. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-06-06 |
June |
2024 |
| National leaders help Sac State launch Black Honors College’s first student cohort |
The University’s Black Honors College, the first institution of its kind in the nation, will welcome its first students this fall. On Thursday, Sac State celebrated the milestone with music, national speakers and a pinning ceremony. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
|
2024-08-08 |
August |
2024 |
| Sac State’s launch of Black Honors College heralds first-in-the-nation initiative |
High-achieving students who are interested in Black history and culture are eligible to enroll in Sac State’s Black Honors College beginning this fall. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-02-12 |
February |
2024 |
| Why Black History Month matters: Exploring the contributions, sacrifices, and truth of African Americans |
Sac State professors weigh in on why, amid a roiled societal landscape, the annual celebration of culture and achievement is more important now than ever. |
Antiracist Campus
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-02-07 |
February |
2022 |
| Black Expo, Super Sunday mark big weekend of outreach to Black students and families |
Sac State will be host two events to support and celebrate African Americans during Black History Month. |
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-02-24 |
February |
2022 |
| Five Hornet alumni included in Sacramento Bee’s second Black Change Makers list |
Sac State graduates are among “area leaders focused on making Sacramento and its neighboring communities a fairer and more just place.” |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-10-27 |
October |
2023 |
| Interim leader of new CSU Black Student Success Center has close ties to the CalState system |
Community college leader Robert “BJ” Snowden, will provide interim leadership of the CSU Statewide Central Office for the Advancement of Black Excellence. |
University Leadership
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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News and Communications Staff
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2024-09-27 |
September |
2024 |
| Program launched to train Spanish-proficient law enforcement professionals |
Aspiring police officers, lawyers, and others will learn language and cultural skills essential to communicating with and serving the Latinx community. |
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-10-29 |
October |
2021 |
| Sacramento State again named one of nation’s top universities for bicyclists |
The League of American Bicyclists awards Sac State a prestigious “Bicycle Friendly University” designation for the second time since 2017. |
Sustainable Campus
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Daniel Wilson
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2022-12-22 |
December |
2022 |
| New reporting system seeks to improve response to reports of bias on campus |
Online tool is one element of Sac State’s larger efforts to combat racism. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-06-16 |
June |
2021 |
| CSU awards Sac State $250,000 to help launch first-ever Black Honors College |
As part of a systemwide effort to advance Black student success, the California State University has provided Sac State funding to support the Black Honors College, which is scheduled to welcome its first class in fall 2024. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-04-24 |
April |
2024 |
| Sac State launches innovative four-year BFA in Architecture, paving new paths to industry success |
The new program, which launched this fall, emphasizes hands-on learning and industry partnerships, preparing students to tackle sustainability and social justice issues while diversifying the field. |
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-10-18 |
October |
2024 |
| Latest Beyond J podcast explores the power of pronouns |
In the latest Beyond J podcast, respected leaders in the Sac State community consider how the way we use language and labels can either unite or separate us. |
Caring and Support
Hornet Family
Inclusion and Diversity
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Phillip Altstatt
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2022-03-24 |
March |
2022 |
| Beyond J podcast: Escaping the War in Ukraine |
Two Sac State grads – one visiting Ukraine and one at home in Sacramento – share their experiences following the Russian invasion of Ukraine. |
Caring and Support
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Phillip Altstatt
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2022-07-15 |
July |
2022 |
| 'Long John,' English lecturer’s indie comic book, is on track to become TV series |
Dan Bethel teaches writing at Sac State by day and creates comics by night. His comic book series “Long John” was picked up by Chris Pine’s production company and is set to be an animated show on FX. |
Excellence in the Arts
Faculty Excellence
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-07-13 |
July |
2022 |
| Sacramento State moves into top 10 of significant university rankings |
U.S. News evaluated nearly 1,500 four-year universities nationwide with a close eye on how they enrolled, retained and graduated students from different socioeconomic backgrounds. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-10-06 |
October |
2023 |
| North Sacramento youngsters get a taste of University life |
Students from the Benito Juarez Neighborhood Association got the VIP treatment on campus, where they learned about college and becoming Hornets. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-07-22 |
July |
2021 |
| Bees open another door to recognition for Sac State's work toward sustainability |
Honor for the University's successful commitment to the flying pollinators that play an essential role in keeping the world green and growing represents another nod toward its work on behalf of a healthy environment. |
Sustainable Campus
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Dixie Reid
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2021-03-11 |
March |
2021 |
| Bright, colorful murals highlight Sac State’s progress toward ‘Becoming’ an antiracism and inclusive campus |
Seven new artists, including four students, had the opportunity to paint the walls of the Ernest E. Tschannen Engineering Teaching and Research Building as part of a multiyear project in support of the University’s Antiracism and Inclusive Campus Plan. |
Community and Engagement
Excellence in the Arts
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-04-11 |
April |
2024 |
| Bridging cultural divides and raising awareness, one box at a time |
Beatriz Aurelio-Saguin is the co-founder of Tuk Tuk Box, a subscription food service focusing on Southeast Asian cuisine. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-07-02 |
July |
2021 |
| Study shows how partnering with communities, using key resources improves Black children's lives |
A new study by Sacramento State Professor Vajra Watson and two educators from UC Davis has found that the successful Black Child Legacy Campaign is making a difference, building on community-driven solutions focused on systemic change. |
Community and Engagement
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-02-25 |
February |
2021 |
| Batting for the underdog: Sac State researcher champions misunderstood flying mammals |
Assistant Professor Anna Doty and her students study bats across California, revealing how these docile creatures benefit ecosystems through pest control, pollination and environmental monitoring. |
Research and Innovation
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-03-25 |
March |
2025 |
| Barrio art course teaches students how to work with, learn from, and better engage communities they serve |
A class taught during the spring uses the lens of art to offer lessons on providing culturally relevant learning experiences and ensuring marginalized groups feel welcomed and valued. |
Engaged Campus
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-06-21 |
June |
2022 |
| 'We had shared memories as a family': All eight children of farmworkers are Hornet alums |
All eight children of farmworkers Henry and Catalina Barela attended Sacramento State, earning a combined seven bachelor's degrees, five master's degrees and two teaching credentials from the University between 1982 and 2009. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2020-03-30 |
March |
2020 |
| Bank's gift will boost Carlsen Center's mentoring efforts |
The newest community partnership will help the center reach more students and others with entrepreneurial support. |
Anchor University
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Dixie Reid
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2020-11-25 |
November |
2020 |
| At Sacramento State, Baldwin Chiu laid the groundwork for an eclectic and successful career |
Engineering alumnus, musician, filmmaker and motivational speaker says creativity and desire to make the world a better place drive everything he does. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-02-16 |
February |
2024 |
| New partnership will give community college students a path running through Sac State to medical school |
The Avenue M project will identify students interested in medicine, and Sac State will prepare them for UC Davis Medical School. The program is meant to increase the number of physicians in medically underserved areas in California. |
Academic Excellence
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-07-18 |
July |
2022 |
| New clinic offers no-fee hearing services to the community |
Doctor of Audiology students get hands-on experience while providing critical health services to people who may not be able to afford it. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-02-14 |
February |
2022 |
| American Sign Language and Deaf Studies celebrates opening of new ASL Lab |
The space in Eureka Hall is dedicated to providing a Deaf space on campus where students can engage in Deaf culture, practice sign language, get tutoring and collaborate on assignments. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-10-01 |
October |
2024 |
| ASL class supporting parents of Deaf children fosters learning, community |
Unique course helps parents of Deaf and hard-of-hearing children under 5 use age-appropriate American Sign Language to communicate with their children and teaches how to advocate for their kids. |
Research and Innovation
Community Engagement
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-11-08 |
November |
2024 |
| Dramatic stories from the Asian community highlight public event at Sac State |
The Asian community is diverse, but their cultures often become lost in stereotypes and simplistic narratives. An event at Sac State this week seeks to cultivate understanding of what it means to be Asian in America. |
Community and Engagement
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-04-29 |
April |
2024 |
| ASI launches annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive for students and community organization |
Organizers hope to give away 200 Thanksgiving meals, including turkeys, to students as well as refugee families served by a local nonprofit. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-10-19 |
October |
2022 |
| ASI asking for help to fill Thanksgiving food baskets |
Annual donation drive benefits students facing food insecurity as well as local nonprofit organizations. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-11-04 |
November |
2021 |
| New ASI president embraces leadership, family, and advocacy for Sac State’s diverse student body |
Building on lessons from her parents, Salma Pacheco, atop a notably diverse collection of student leaders, offers an ambitious agenda as the University celebrates its role as a Hispanic Serving Institution. |
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-09-13 |
September |
2022 |
| ASI Food Pantry receives nearly $100,000 in new funding to feed students |
A surge of grant funding will pay for much-needed upgrades and better serve students who are housing and food insecure. |
Community Engagement
Student Success
Wellness and Safety
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-09-06 |
September |
2024 |
| ASI Food Pantry seeks volunteers, donations to feed students in need |
The pantry needs volunteer drivers to help keep shelves stocked with staples such as pasta, rice and beans, ready-to-go-meals, and fresh produce. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-10-20 |
October |
2022 |
| ASI Children’s Center distributes free diapers to student-parents, Sacramento County families |
The center has partnered with the Sacramento Food Bank to become a national diaper distribution site, giving individual families up to 50 diapers a month and helping ease a key financial concern. |
Community and Engagement
Caring and Support
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-09-09 |
September |
2022 |
| New faculty group collaborates on implementing social practice in arts and humanities |
The College of Arts and Letters recently hired five faculty across multiple departments whose work all focuses on engaging with and learning from the community. |
Community and Engagement
Antiracist Campus
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-04-10 |
April |
2024 |
| Sacramento State’s Art department celebrates opening of new Art Studio Lab with ribbon cutting |
The new facility is now officially open and will begin welcoming students for full-time classes in the spring. |
Campus Footprint
Excellence in the Arts
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-11-13 |
November |
2024 |
| Art history students improve scholarship, representation on Wikipedia |
Professor Rachel Miller directs the project to expand articles on a popular website, particularly about women or other underrepresented individuals. |
Research and Innovation
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-11-19 |
November |
2021 |
| Sac State and Arik Armstead’s Academic Project partner to guarantee admission for underserved youth |
President Luke Wood and the beloved Elk Grove native and NFL star Arik Armstead signed a memorandum of partnership commitment to create a seamless pathway to higher education for local youth. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-03-04 |
March |
2025 |
| APIDA student summit spotlights career choices outside of cultural, family traditions |
Speakers emphasized media, entertainment, and performing arts as professions where Asian, Pacific Islander and Desi Americans are making their marks. |
Engaged Campus
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-09-21 |
September |
2021 |
| Sac State opens new and updated centers to support Asian and Black students |
Hundreds of people participated in festivities celebrating the new APIDA Center and the expanded MLK Center, which are dedicated to helping traditionally underserved students. |
Antiracist Campus
Student Success
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-03-01 |
March |
2023 |
| APIDA College Day helps students see higher education as a place they can thrive |
The event, now in its fourth year, will feature workshops on college and career readiness and a keynote speaker from a White House official who serves as a liaison to the APIDA community. |
Antiracist Campus
Student Success
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-03-03 |
March |
2022 |
| Hundreds of young scholars visit Sac State for APIDA College Day |
About 700 students from school districts across the Sacramento area attended the annual event, which is designed to promote early college awareness for students who identify as Asian Pacific Islander Desi American. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-03-06 |
March |
2023 |
| APIDA College Day attracts a full house of visiting students looking toward their higher education |
Prospective students from throughout Northern California who identify as Asian Pacific Islander Desi American learned about the admissions process, financial aid, and programs the University has to offer. |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-03-04 |
March |
2024 |
| APIDA event offers in-depth view of college for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American students |
Coming during a challenging time, APIDA College Day is meant to provide assistance while showing clearly how Sac State and higher education in general bring greater opportunities into reach for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American students. |
Caring and Support
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-03-01 |
March |
2021 |
| Comprehensive plan will guide efforts by Sac State to confront racism on campus |
The recently released Antiracism and Inclusive Campus Plan offers recommendations for making the University fair and welcoming to all. |
Antiracist Campus
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-07-23 |
July |
2021 |
| Educational Leadership program hires two new faculty members with expertise in antiracism |
Scholars will play a key role in preparing future education leaders and in promoting the University’s efforts to be an inclusive campus. |
Antiracist Campus
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-08-16 |
August |
2021 |
| Hundreds attend Sac State symposium confronting antiracism, bias, and injustice |
In the second year of its Antiracism and Inclusive Campus Plan, the University hosted a symposium addressing strategies for achieving its goals. Workshops focused on topics including discrimination against people with disabilities, reparations for Black Americans, and inclusive hiring. |
Inclusion and Diversity
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-03-29 |
March |
2023 |
| Well-received showcase highlights Sac State’s progress toward antiracism and inclusion goals |
Sacramento State has launched dozens of programs, initiatives, and research that are helping the University achieve its antiracism and diversity goals. A daylong event on March 25 showcased Sac State’s progress. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-03-26 |
March |
2024 |
| Following successful Convocation, Sac State turns to implementing antiracism plan |
The event evinced critical areas of need while providing a high-profile opportunity to determine how the University can fulfill its stated desire to further develop into a welcoming and inclusive place. |
Antiracist Campus
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-02-16 |
February |
2022 |
| There during some of Sac State's formative years, Anthony Francis is here now to help show why it matters |
Anthony Francis, one of Sac State’s oldest living graduates, is a role model for current and future Hornets. At 96 years old, he looks back on his time at the University and discusses how it shaped his life. |
Made At Sac State
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Supporting Native student success: Annette Reed prepares to lead the Sacramento State Native American College |
Longtime Ethnic Studies professor and chair comes out of retirement to serve as the innovative college’s inaugural dean, and shares her own experiences as one of the first California Indian women to earn a Ph.D. |
Beyond J
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Jonathan Morales
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2025-02-11 |
February |
2025 |
| Sacramento County Executive Ann Edwards says public service is ‘in my bones’ |
First woman to hold the county’s top job says Sac State taught her the people skills needed to lead the jurisdiction serving 1.5 million residents with care and compassion. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-12-01 |
December |
2021 |
| Alumna’s nonprofit focuses on getting Latinas engaged with their community |
Angela Rosas, founder and CEO of the nonprofit Chicas Latinas de Sacramento, is working to promote civic engagement and volunteerism among Latinas, driven by her own experiences growing up in an underserved community and the support she received while attending Sacramento State. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-05-08 |
May |
2017 |
| Sac State recognizes farmworkers with tree plantings, tributes to Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta |
Andres Chavez, grandson of labor leader Cesar Chavez, visited the Sac State campus on Tuesday during National Farmworker Awareness Week. Sac State has planted a tree to honor work by Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta to improve farmworkers' lives |
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-03-30 |
March |
2022 |
| ‘And Still I Rise’ exhibit disrupts ‘colonial narratives’ through painting |
The work of artist Rajkamal Kahlon, on display in the University Library Gallery, repurposes and redefines historical texts to restore humanity to the oppressed. |
Excellence in the Arts
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-10-05 |
October |
2021 |
| Anchor grants will fund eight projects linking Sac State to community partners |
The grants, funded by a gift from the University Foundation, support student projects geared toward improving student success, community engagement, and advancing equity. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-08-03 |
August |
2021 |
| Anchor University grants to fund community projects that aim to leave an enduring legacy |
Sac State faculty members, staff and students will partner with community groups, schools and others on 18 new and continuing projects designed to address key issues. |
Community and Engagement
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-08-01 |
August |
2024 |
| ‘Anchor University’ grants to fund community-engagement projects |
Grants of up to $5,000 will fund initiatives by students, faculty and staff that deepen Sac State’s commitment to the region. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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Cynthia Hubert
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2021-04-30 |
April |
2021 |
| Sac State Communication Studies students paired with local, woman-led startups for paid internships |
The program, funded through an Anchor University grant, connected six students with seven companies to gain experience in public relations, social media, and other work. |
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-01-13 |
January |
2023 |
| In second year, Anchor Grants reach even farther to fund projects with community partners |
The program that directly supports Sac State’s efforts to function as a community catalyst, partner and resource awarded more than $100,000 to 15 projects that further student success, equity and inclusion, and community engagement. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-07-06 |
July |
2022 |
| Alyssa Zayas makes her mark on downtown hotel project |
Alyssa Zayas, a senior project engineer for Swinerton Builders and Sacramento State construction management alumna, played a key role in the recently completed Sawyer Hotel project in downtown Sacramento, helping to shape the city she grew up in and plans to raise her own family. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2017-11-02 |
November |
2017 |
| Public History student’s research helps illuminate life of Sacramento civil rights legend |
Alyssa M. Garcia’s work to document the significance of Virna Canson’s Sacramento home is featured in a new short documentary, titled “Sacramento’s Mother of Civil Rights.” |
Community and Engagement
Student Success
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-06-26 |
June |
2024 |
| Alum-funded endowment honors George Floyd, helps students |
The George Floyd Emergency Endowment Fund aims to help students in financial crisis to finish their educations. |
Philanthropy and Giving
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Cynthia Hubert
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2020-12-09 |
December |
2020 |
| Drop-off and pick-up zones for rideshares and buses latest additions to Sac State’s alternative transportation options |
The University offers multiple environmentally-friendly travel options, including rental cars, secure lockups for bikes, shuttles, and more. |
Sustainable Campus
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-02-06 |
February |
2023 |
| Sacramento State students volunteer vacation time to give back to the community |
During Alternative Spring Break, students picked up trash, worked in the campus garden, and spruced up a community of tiny homes that provides emergency housing for families. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2023-03-28 |
March |
2023 |
| Hornets get busy in the community for Alternative Spring Break |
Sac State students, staff and faculty were hard at work during spring break, weeding and building compost bins as well as a pond for rescued turtles on campus and at Sequoia Elementary School. |
Community and Engagement
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2024-03-25 |
March |
2024 |
| Students use spring break to tackle restorative projects in the community and on campus |
Scores of student volunteers participated in the annual Alternative Spring Break, offering their time and effort in furtherance of the University's commitment to community service. |
Community and Engagement
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Anita Fitzhugh
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2022-03-25 |
March |
2022 |
| Graduate Counseling student selected for prestigious national fellowship |
Alina Quintana is one of just 30 scholars to receive a Minority Fellowship Program grant from the National Board for Certified Counselors. |
Academic Excellence
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-05-27 |
May |
2021 |
| Sac State students research link between air quality and health in underserved neighborhoods |
With the help of community groups and the county health department, an Environmental Studies professor and his students are studying whether poor air quality contributes to health problems in certain neighborhoods. |
Research and Innovation
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-08-03 |
August |
2023 |
| Sac State professor to lead research on air quality in disadvantaged communities |
Wayne Linklater channels his passion for social justice into a project that will examine the link between air quality and respiratory health. He and his students are collaborating with local community groups on the effort. |
Faculty Excellence
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-05-26 |
May |
2022 |
| University moves closer toward its antiracism and diversity goals |
In one year, Sac State has implemented a majority of its goals toward becoming an antiracist and inclusive campus. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Artificial intelligence experts share insights on the technology’s effects on education and society |
A panel discussion at Sacramento State addresses issues such as AI’s potential threat to jobs and academia, as well as opportunities to transform communities and education. |
Research and Innovation
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Daniel Wilson
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2024-03-14 |
March |
2024 |
| Sac State President Wood announces formation of new artificial intelligence institute and its ‘czar’ as University moves to take lead in AI education |
President Luke Wood has named Dr. Sasha Sidorkin to serve as the AI czar for the University and to direct the new National Institution on Artificial Intelligence in Society (NIAIS), which will advance the use and ethical application of AI in schools, colleges, and universities across the nation. |
Research and Innovation
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Daniel Wilson
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2023-12-14 |
December |
2023 |
| College of Business plans new concentration in artificial intelligence, one of the first in the CSU system |
This fall, students can begin taking required courses for a new degree concentration that aims to prepare them for jobs in a rapidly changing business world. |
Research and Innovation
University Leadership
Student Success
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2025-04-21 |
April |
2025 |
| Gerontology students find a way to stay on track to graduation while creating a needed resource |
The Aging Resource Guide, an innovative project made necessary by the pandemic, is providing assistance to senior citizens and fulfilling a critical requirement for Gerontology students. |
Anchor University
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-04-05 |
April |
2022 |
| Sac State to host conference addressing political, social, and educational issues facing Black students |
The annual Afrikan Black Coalition conference is expected to draw as many as 1,000 participants for an event aimed at building community and improving the quality of Black lives on and off campus. |
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-01-13 |
January |
2022 |
| Students and faculty help preserve Sacramento’s African American history |
The city’s ambitious African American Experience Project, which identifies significant people and places in the local Black community, is getting assistance from Sac State history faculty and students. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jennifer K. Morita
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2022-08-30 |
August |
2022 |
| Advancement leader Lisa Cardoza answers 5 important questions |
Lisa Cardoza, Sacramento State's vice president for Advancement, shares why the University’s continued growth is important – and how you can help. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
Inclusion and Diversity
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-03-15 |
March |
2021 |
| Admitted Student Weekend offers potential Hornets a glimpse of life at Sac State |
The all-virtual event will include campus tours via Zoom, resource fairs, and other activities to help students decide whether to enroll for Fall 2021. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2021-04-14 |
April |
2021 |
| Sac State launches partnership to reduce substance abuse |
Virtual conference will kick off effort to better integrate care and reduce drug overdoses. |
Community and Engagement
Anchor University
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-02-09 |
February |
2021 |
| Sac State to host full-scale, multi-agency mutual aid and active shooter training |
First responders from several agencies in the region will join University Police Department personnel in a daylong exercise to better prepare for a crisis. |
Health and Safety
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-03-17 |
March |
2022 |
| Ensuring that AAPI communities embrace voting is a key message from statewide policy summit at Sac State |
About 500 community leaders, policymakers and advocates gathered at Sac State on Wednesday for the inaugural Asian American Pacific Islander Statewide Policy Summit. |
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-09-19 |
September |
2024 |
| Sacramento Bee honors four alums as Asian American Pacific Islander ‘Change Makers’ |
Hornet graduates were included among those the publication recognized as individuals who “care for their community and strive to transform the world around them.” |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2024-02-13 |
February |
2024 |
| Sac State well-represented on Sacramento Bee’s AAPI Change Makers list |
Six Hornet alumni, plus three others connected to the University, are among 25 Asian American Pacific Islander individuals recognized for being “committed to leading positive transformations in their communities.” |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-11-04 |
November |
2022 |
| Sac State Ethnic Studies professor to lead new CSU program for AANHPI students |
Timothy Fong, who for more than a decade has directed the nationally recognized Full Circle Project, will lead the new Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Student Achievement Program. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2024-03-27 |
March |
2024 |
| Sac State to develop first-in-California program to improve academic, career outcomes for Asian American students |
The state’s Commission on Asian and Pacific Islander American Affairs will provide funding for a program focusing on traditionally underrepresented students. |
Student Success
Antiracism and Inclusion
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Cynthia Hubert
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2025-06-18 |
June |
2025 |
| Sac State will lead new center to support Asian American students throughout the CSU |
Sac State was “the obvious choice” to lead a new CSU center that will serve Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander students on their academic journeys, said President Robert S. Nelsen. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Cynthia Hubert
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2023-04-11 |
April |
2023 |
| Sac State receives $2 million federal grant to improve grad rates for AAPI transfer students |
Funding will create regional partnership to improve retention of Asian American and Pacific Islander students. |
Inclusion and Diversity
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Dixie Reid
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2021-09-30 |
September |
2021 |
| A Bright Light Goes Out |
The warmth of her light: Officer Tara O'Sullivan's death shocked and saddened the community and the University. |
Hornet Family
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Dixie Reid
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2020-11-15 |
November |
2020 |
| Campus party kicks off year of celebrations for Sac State’s 75th Anniversary |
The event at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 22, is the kickoff to recognition of the University’s milestone, spotlighting its achievements and impact on the region, accomplishments, growth, and leadership. |
Hornet Family
75th Anniversary
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Cynthia Hubert
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2022-09-20 |
September |
2022 |
| 75 Years, and So Much to Consider |
Over the past 75 years, Sacramento State has accomplished many things, each with major impacts on students, the community, and the region. |
75th Anniversary
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News and Communications Staff
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2023-06-15 |
June |
2023 |
| Nine Sacramento State alumni honored on list of region’s top young professionals |
The Sacramento Business Journal’s annual “40 Under 40” list again includes multiple Hornet graduates who are making positive contributions in the region and beyond. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2022-11-10 |
November |
2022 |
| Sac State alumni again well represented in annual list of elite young professionals |
Seven Hornet graduates selected for the Sacramento Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” list, which recognizes young professionals making positive contributions to the region and beyond. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2021-10-27 |
October |
2021 |
| Eight Hornets named to Sacramento Business Journal’s ‘40 Under 40’ list |
The annual inclusion of Hornet graduates among the young professionals honored is a testament to Sacramento State’s positive and lasting impact on the region. |
Made At Sac State
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Jonathan Morales
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2023-11-15 |
November |
2023 |