The State Hornet

Ribbons sold on behalf of Scott Hawkins

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Student Activities, a Leadership Education and Development intern and volunteers have been selling autism awareness ribbons in memory of Scott Hawkins, the student killed Oct. 21 in his suite at the American River Courtyard residence hall.

Graduation petition price up 46 percent

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Sacramento State has raised yet another fee this year: the graduation petition fee, which burdens students with the second-highest graduation application fee in the 23-campus California State University system.

Fundraising to help the needy on Thanksgiving

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

In spite of the budget problems faced by Sacramento State, students, staff and faculty have organized efforts to help people in need throughout the Sacramento community this Thanksgiving.

A story of self-discovery and dance shown in "Sabar"

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The screening of "Sabar" was shown Wednesday in the University Union Redwood Room followed by a lecture featuring the movie's director, Chike Nwoffiah, who used dance as a metaphor for love in his newest release.

Business ideas pitched by students in competition

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Students pitched their business ideas to local business leaders and investors in a competition held in the University Union Ballroom Wednesday night.

Indonesian suffering exposed in film

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

More than 50 Sacramento State students gathered to watch "40 Years of Silence: An Indonesian Tragedy," on Tuesday evening and learned about the mass killings of Indonesia during 1965 with a forum with the film's director.

Patricia Clark-Ellis to be interim dean of HHS

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Dec. 1 Patricia Clark-Ellis, associate dean of the College of Health and Human Services, will become interim dean of the college.

Professor acknowledged for research in topology

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

This year's President's Award for Research and Creative Activity was awarded to Janusz R. Prajs, associate professor in the department of mathematics and statistics.

Stem Cell research presented in regenerative medicine series

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Students and colleagues attended "The Future of Fighting Disease," presented by Sacramento State's College of Natural Science and Mathematics in the Redwood Room in the University Union Tuesday night.

Students ride Teeter-Totter for 24 hours to raise funds for homeless children

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Sacramento State's Rotaract club started its first teeter-totter fundraiser today in the Library Quad that will continue to noon Wednesday in hopes of raising awareness and collecting donations for the Mustard Seed School.

Students thrive in Thailand as guest teachers

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Due to the success of student teachers over the past four years, five times the number of Sacramento State students will be accepted into the yearlong paid teaching program in Bangkok, Thailand, this upcoming year.

Be self-focused, not self-centered

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

So often we set aside the things that make us happy to please others. To some degree, people have to learn to be a little selfish.

Faithless support

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Regardless of belief system, all people share the need for community. Everyone seeks a sense of belonging.

EDITORIAL: Help the homeless year-round

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

This holiday season, people from across the Sacramento area are gathering to help the homeless.

Cramming for a test? Give me a break

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

You might assume the more hours you study for a class, the better your grade will be.

PODCAST: I'm just saying #9 - be on time

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

What happened to punctuality? Daniel Vasilchuk cannot stand it when students show up late for class, or for a meeting. There is no excuse for not being on-time.

Can Hornets win again?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Sacramento State football team started off the season slow, but the Hornets look to finish out the season on a positive note as they head into their final game, the Causeway Classic.

Men's soccer to play in NCAA tournament

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Sacramento State men's soccer team gathered together for pizza and celebration during their history making moment Monday at Round Table in the University Union. For the first time, the hornets will play in the NCAA tournament.

Men's Basketball kicks off season in Texas

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Sacramento State men's basketball team kicked off its 2009-10 season at the Rice Basketball Challenge in Houston, Texas over the weekend.

Men's soccer defeats Loyola Maramount 2-1

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Sacramento State men's soccer team defeated Loyola Maramount in the first round of the NCAA tournament 2-1 on a golden goal by sophomore defender Bryan Baker in the 96th minute.

Slopes bring satisfaction

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Kenneth Carson's family and friends have always admired him for his work ethic and kindness toward others. Now, he hopes to be the admiration of an entire nation.

Men's basketball victorious over Bruins

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Sacramento State men's basketball team matched its win total from the entire 2008-09 season with a 90-75 victory over Bethany University Bruins Wednesday at the Hornet's Nest.

Tailgating safety is necessary for fun

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

If you have ever been to a Sacramento State football game, you are sure to have seen tailgaters in the parking lots. Hot dogs, hamburgers and beer are the stars of the festivities.

Women's basketball outbattled by UNLV

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Sacramento State Women's Basketball team battled for a win against the UNLV Rebels in game regulation, but came up short in overtime losing 92-97 at the Hornets Nest Thursday.

Volleyball falls short of postseason berth

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

It has been a roller coaster season for Sacramento State's women's volleyball team. However, the Hornets did not end their ride the way they would have wanted to.

Two Hornets honored by ESPN for grades

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Two Sacramento State senior soccer players were named "ESPN: The Magazine" first-team District VIII Academic All-region finalists.

Cast delivers a tale of love

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The cast of Sacramento State's Theatre and Dance department has rigorously prepared to perform one of William Shakespeare's well-known comedies, "Twelfth Night."

Professor inspired by her travel photos

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Maria Winkler, professor in the art department at Sacramento State, utilizes her artwork to benefit others in society. Winkler's most recent exhibit, "Water and Ice," is being hosted in the University Union Gallery. The paintings in the exhibit are transcribed versions of photographs she has taken on her travels.

Circle K wins award for community service

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Circle K International, a club at Sacramento State, was awarded as the third recipient of the "Hornets in the Community" Award for volunteer services the members provided to the local Sacramento community.

New club aspires to keep kids off the streets

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Skate Hornets skateboarding club is a new organization on campus and, although it may not have a loaded events calendar, the club's weekly skate sessions at Granite Skate Park cover the necessary field experience.

VIDEO: Local studio displays student's work at Second Saturday art walk

Sun, 15 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Beatnik Studio's gallery showing of 'Found in Manilla' that took place during this months Second Saturday art walk features photography from Sacramento State students in this semester's Senior Portfolio class.

VIDEO: Students' religion

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Is atheistic and religious belief really that different? Nelly Hayatghaib asks students about their faith.

VIDEO: MadTV's Michael McDonald

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

On Thursday, Nov. 19, Sacramento State played host to comedian and former MadTV star Michael McDonald.

VIDEO: Teeter-Totter for homeless children

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Sacramento State's Rotaract club held a 24-hour Teeter Totter event to raise money for the Mustard Seed School, an organization that provides education to homeless children.

VIDEO: Causeway Classic Extraordinaire

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

The Causeway Classic Extraordinaire was sponsored by ASI in the Library Quad to increase student support at the football game against UC Davis on Saturday.

BLOG: Stargate Universe reviewed

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Stargate Universe, which premiered Oct. 2 on Syfy channel, deviates from the established formula of the franchise. Instead of each episode containing its own adventure through a Stargate, Universe is more serialized. It has a story that continues from episode to episode, resolving minor plot points.

David Demola's Weight Loss Wonderblog No. 3

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 05:00:00 GMT

Making the decision to lose weight, when you have never cared how heavy you were before, is a big change to make.