Spring Break
Virginia Tech experienced the deadliest shooting rampage in U.S. history as an unidentified gunman opened fire in a dorm and classroom on Monday, killing at least 32 people, according to the Associated Press. (0) comments
Coalition for Cultural Opportunities in Leadership and Overall Retention of Students (C-COLORS) met in the Multi-Cultural Center with the Student Affairs Advisory Committee to emphasize the need for representation on the committee. (7) comments
People in the Sacramento State community got together to say goodbye to Don Tucker who is leaving his job in the Union after twenty two years Director of the Union Leslie Davis said she would always remember Don as the man who was so helpful to her over the years. (0) comments
For many students, the offer of fully furnished units, paid utilities, high ceilings, a community clubhouse and easy access to the Sacramento State campus and surrounding restaurants sounds like a dream. But it's not. (0) comments
Associates Students Inc. legislation is in the works that would give members a pay raise and compensate them through scholarships instead of stipends. (2) comments
A few students stop to stare. Others keep their eyes forward or fixed to the ground to avoid looking. A group called Survivors of the Abortion Holocaust had three sets of billboards stationed around the Library Quad today as part of its national campus tour. (5) comments
With women's safety in mind, the Women's Resource Center has pledged to promote Sexual Assault Awareness Month by informing students of the devastating effects of sexual assault. (0) comments
Sacramento State student Casey M. Raffaelli, a talented artist, avid skateboarder and rowing enthusiast, died on March 22 after succumbing to head injuries sustained in a skateboarding accident. He was 20. (3) comments
Students next semester will be able to live near campus for relatively cheap, thanks to a 15-year lease signed today. The Upper East Side Lofts, located at Folsom Boulevard and 65th Avenue, has 220 apartments, according to an article in the Sacramento Business Journal. (0) comments
A tentative agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association regarding the faculty contract was reached April 3, avoiding the two-day rolling strikes that were supposed to begin this week. (0) comments
In his second interview since hearing of the Sacramento State Faculty Senate's decision to hold a no-confidence referendum, President Alexander Gonzalez spoke to The State Hornet about his initial reaction to the referendum and what he said are common misconceptions about the administration and his presidential track record. (10) comments
With faith in the campus leadership at a low, the Faculty Senate voted in favor of holding a no-confidence referendum, which would allow all Sacramento State faculty members to vote on how confident they are in President Alexander Gonzalez's ability to represent the university. (0) comments
A quick look at the Associated Students Inc.'s weekly activities. (1) comment
Associated Students Inc. continued to explore the option of a pay increase through scholarship for its elected staff for next year and postponed a vote on the proposal as they spoke with Director of Financial Aid Craig Yamamoto on April 4. (0) comments
Sacramento State's Associated Students Inc. debate for graduate director was cancelled today due to no candidate participation, according to the organization's website. Aaron Pina, the only candidate for the position, was not available to comment. The event was scheduled for 1:30 to 3 p. (0) comments
Plenty of wine was flowing to the beat of the live music Thursday in the Alumni Center at the Sacramento State's Pre-Dental Association's first wine tasting and dinner event, and all for a sweet cause. (1) comment
Students and Sacramento State professors met April 4 in the Library Quad to protest increased student fees. (0) comments
The California Faculty Association held a meeting with Department Chairs and other faculty members to give them more details on the tentative contract agreement, and also where the faulty go on from here. Philosophy Professor Lila Jacobs said she is happy the agreement had been reached, but that there is still more work to be done. (0) comments
The sounds of hip-hop, rap and pop music resonated through the University Union as several sororities and fraternities have their sixth annual yard show in Serna Plaza today. With good weather and good music surrounding the crowd of more than 100 people, Greek members started to dance along with the music, to the crowd's delight. (0) comments
Board orientation transition packet passed The board orientation transition packet that was proposed to make the transition of future board members into their new positions smoother for the 2007-08 academic year was passed at the board meeting held Wednesday in the University Union's Foothill Suite of Sacramento State. (0) comments
Students were taken aback by the sheep heart being dissected in front of Sequoia Hall on March 20, just one of the many hands-on demonstrations on display at the Science Club Showcase. (0) comments
San Jose Assemblyman Joe Coto introduced "The College Student Credit Protection Act" on Feb. 5. If accepted, the bill would prevent credit card companies from taking unfair advantage of college students while protecting the parents of current card holders. (0) comments
UPDATED at 5 p.m. - With a no-confidence vote looming over him, Sacramento State President Alexander Gonzalez sent out an open letter to the campus community on April 10. In the letter Gonzalez responded to issues brought up in the Faculty Senate's referendum, addresses additional campus concerns and accused a handful of faculty members of "mean-spiritedness." (1) comment
The future of high-definition technology education has arrived at Sacramento State. The Distance and Distributed Education Department at Sac State began testing its new high definition equipment this semester in Studio E in the Academic Information Resources Center. (0) comments
Phi Beta Delta held a luncheon to give their members a chance to get together and share their experiences. Janis Silvers the Study Abroad Advisor said the gathering was to give people an opportunity to honor our research scholars. Silvers added Phi Beta Delta was celebrating their twentieth anniversary this year, and that the organization is very proud of their history. (0) comments
The goal of the Men's Program, which currently has about eight members, is to provide male students with a comprehensive and culturally responsive program that would also help them get involved in male and female mentoring and community service projects. (0) comments
Legislation to raise compensation through scholarships for 2007-08 Associated Students Inc. members was discussed further with the director of Financial Aid at a board of directors meeting today and will be put to a vote at a later date. (1) comment
A brief look at Associated Students Inc.'s activities. (0) comments
Biology Professor Jana Shober is not a professional photographer, but when she travels abroad, she likes to capture each moment and share it. (0) comments
An overview of Associated Students, Inc.'s recent activities. (0) comments
The Sacramento State Striders are back to work on fitness and helping raise money for breast cancer awareness this spring. Janet Dumonchelle participates in several races for the cure, and she wants others to contribute at next month's "Race for the Cure." (0) comments
During Spring Break, some Sacramento State students picked up shovels and hammers to help with upgrades at homes and community centers in South Sacramento. (0) comments
In an effort to educate junior high and high school students on the realities of higher learning and the University of California and California State University systems, Sacramento State Outreach Services has once again teamed up with UC Davis and a number of Los Rios Community Colleges, for the 13th annual "College: Making it Happen" seminar. (0) comments
About 15 students sat today in the University Union's Hinde Auditorium with Vision slate T-shirts and signs for candidates in the Associated Students Inc. election debates. Ramon Yepez is running for director of Natural Sciences and Mathematics. Felix Barba is running for director of Arts and Letters. (0) comments
Marketing of both Associated Students Inc. programs and student organizations was one of the main topics discussed during today's ASI election debate. Curtis Grima, the candidate for ASI vice president of academic affairs, suggested the student government readily use its new marketing department to promote different student groups and activities. (0) comments
For seven Associated Students Inc. candidates, it's not a matter of if or when they are going to be elected, but what they are going to do once in office. (0) comments
The lack of participation continues for the Associated Students Inc. - not only are all board of directors positions unopposed - three of seven candidates who were scheduled to debate cancelled their appearance April 10. (0) comments
Improving student involvement at Sacramento State was one of the main topics of conversation today in the Associated Students Inc. election debate. Three candidates were scheduled to speak but only two attended. (0) comments
Associated Students Inc. candidates today were the targets of questions regarding a proposed pay increase for Associated Students Inc. members and the Sacramento State budget. Students asked the candidates what their thoughts were regarding the proposed pay stipend for ASI members. (0) comments
