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Man assaults woman near Library, police say

Speaking on condition of anonymity, student says she was on her way to a class

A woman was on her way to class in the lower level of the Library on Feb. 10. Michael Vo, a homeless person known to students at Sacramento State, said hello to her and waved. (1) comment

Nearly 57 years after its initial introduction, Sacramento State's Maryjane Rees Language, Speech and Hearing Center continues to help in the growth, acceptance and progression of students with speech impediments and hearing disorders. (0) comments

Study: Completion rates low at colleges

Sac State professors compiled data from community colleges

Completion rates are low among community college students seeking a degree, certificate or transfer to a four-year college, according to a new study from Sacramento State. (0) comments

Three convictions in firebombing of professor's home

Three individuals accused of firebombing an Oak Park residence in January 2006, have been sentenced to three years in prison after pleading no contest to possession of illegal explosives. Suspects Richard Collins, 46; Tausha Newsome, 35; and Rashikendra Prasad, 26, were arrested on Jan. 15, 2006, for the firebombing of Sacramento State Recreation and Leisure Studies Professor Beth Kivel. (0) comments

New bill promises reform in CSU system

Lawmakers pledged to reform the oft-criticized California State University system at a press conference Wednesday in the State Capitol. Assemblymembers Anthony J. Portantino and Julia Brownley announced their introduction of Assembly Bill 1413 which calls for limiting CSU executive compensation packages and more legislative oversight of the CSU Governance Board. (0) comments

Particle accelerators, collisions and subatomic particles were the points of interest for this week's Physics Colloquium Series lecture. Dr. Lee Sawyer, associate professor of physics from Louisiana Technical University, spoke to the audience about the past, present and future of particle acceleration. (0) comments

The 24-hour study lounge at the Academic Information Resource Center will finally launch Sunday. (0) comments

Students and faculty intrigued by data analysis were in attendance at the Mountain Room of the University Union to see Katherine Klein of the University of Pennsylvania, the keynote speaker of a webcast that aired Friday. (0) comments

Lawmakers want CSU audit

Legislative members request a full review of hiring and compensation practices.

A possible state audit of California State University hiring and compensation practices may shed light on the debate over executive compensation. (0) comments

Lecture series features talk of fiber-based technologies

Exciting advancements in the field of fiber-based devices were discussed with energy and humor by Jay Sharping, a UC Merced professor, during his presentation Thursday, "Pushing the limits of glass." (0) comments

The California Faculty association held its Sacramento chapter meeting Tuesday to deal with the issue of getting ready for the potential strike. Jason Conwell, a faculty representative, said there will be tables in the library on Monday in order for members of the union to vote on whether the union should strike or not. (0) comments

Budget Task Force report details University budget

Report explores $6.5 million deficit and explains why it has risen

Sacramento State's Budget Task Force released a report today detailing the university's $6.5 million budget deficit. The report explains the reasons the deficit has grown from $2 million in 2005-06. It also gives recommendations to help make future budget processes less confusing. (0) comments

Tony Paulson, Clinical Director of Summit Eating Disorders and Outreach Program in Sacramento, made an appearance at Sacramento State's Forest Suite Tuesday to provide his audience with the facts about eating disorders, as well as tips on how to help those dear to them. (0) comments

Handguns brandished near PS II

Police say three men pointed guns at a student who was able to evade attack near bookstore

A Sacramento State student eluded three gunmen from behind the steering wheel around midnight on March 3, according to an alert bulletin issued by University Police. (0) comments

Take an 'Alternative Break' and provide some shelter

Habitat for Humanity to coordinate building project over Spring Break

Students have the opportunity to make an impact in the community and exercise their inner humanitarian this spring break with Habitat for Humanity. (0) comments

Three individuals accused of firebombing an Oak Park residence in January 2006 have been sentenced to three years in prison. Suspects, Richard Collins, 46; Tausha Newsome, 35; and Rashikendra Prasad, 26, each pleaded no contest in lieu of a trial on charges of arson and conspiracy felonies. (0) comments

Voting to Strike

California Faculty Association moves with first strike-authorization vote, the first of its kind. The voting on campus lasts until Thursday.

Voting to Strike

The California Faculty Associate took a step toward possible rolling strikes Monday as it officially began to cast votes on the matter. (0) comments

One size fits all for cause

Jean drive encourages women to feel good about their image, no matter what

One size fits all for cause

The Great Jeans Giveaway, a two week long event which began on Feb. 26 and will continue until March 16, is part of the 20th annual National Eating Disorders Awareness Week and Women's History Month. (0) comments

A joint program by Computing, Communications and Media Services and the Associated Students Inc. has opened the AIRC around the clock to students Sunday through Thursday. (0) comments

Folk dance group offers performance, lessons

The Sacramento International Folk Dance and Arts Council just celebrated it's 51st year, and it's third year performing at Sacramento State with the Camellia International Folk Dance concert. Fourteen dance groups were set to perform at the event, last minute a Spanish folk dance group had to cancel due to illness, leaving thirteen groups in the final performance. (0) comments

CFA reaches out to students

Seven other CSUs began to vote on Monday; California Faculty Association's vote will be known on Wednesday

As faculty and staff at seven universities across the California State University system began to vote on a strike authorization on Monday - the first of its kind for the California Faculty Association - faculty here informed students about ongoing contract negotiations and possible effects of a strike in a town hall meeting. (0) comments

The Sacramento/Black Art of Dance Company opened "A Tribute to Katherine Dunham: A Legacy Continues" to a full house Friday at Solano Hall's Dance Space Theatre. The production is the final performance installment in an academic year dedicated solely to honoring the legendary dancer's memory, Dr. Linda Goodrich, company artistic director and theater and dance department chairwoman, said. (0) comments

Harnessing holiness

Artist applies icon's elements to everyday women

A political artist lectured on her controversial art pieces based on the Mexican Virgin Mary icon, Virgen de Guadalupe, Tuesday afternoon lecture in the University Union Lobby Suite. (0) comments

As Associated Students Inc. President Jesus Andrade and Director of Social Science and Interdisciplinary Studies Ryan Christensen predicted, Curtis Grima was officially appointed as Associated Students Inc.'s executive vice president Wednesday at the board meeting held in the Foothill Suite. (0) comments

University Village gets new project manager

After nearly two years of development and planning, new Project Manager Tim Dean announced that University Village is on track for a 2009 opening. (0) comments

The Sacramento/Black Art of Dance Company opened "A Tribute to Katherine Dunham: A Legacy Continues" to a full house Friday at Solano Hall's Dance Space Theatre. (0) comments

Bill would probe pay

Lawmakers hope to get a tighter overview of CSU, audit system

Bill would probe pay

Assemblymembers Anthony Portantino and Julia Brownley announced their introduction of "The California State University Reform, Trust and Responsibility Act" at a Feb. 28 press conference in the State Capitol. Assembly 1413 would limit CSU executive compensation packages and establish more legislative oversight of the CSU Governance Board. (0) comments

Daily pass increase to stay for 30 years?

On Jan. 29, the price of a daily parking permit went from being $2.75 to $5 to help pay for Parking Structure II and Parking Structure III. The fee increase was recommend by University Transportation and Parking Services and the increase was approved and put into action and will last for at least 30 years, UTAPS Director Nancy Fox said. (3) comments

Spring commencement ceremonies will not see the light of day, moves to ARCO

The spring commencement ceremony that is normally held here at Sacramento State will now be held at Arco Arena. (2) comments

CFA holds meeting to educate students about possible strike

The California Faculty Association took another step closer to a strike today, by holding a town hall meeting with students to give students the information as to how a possible strike would affect the students. Criminal Justice Professor Cecil Canton said the California State University system has made things unbearable for both the students and the faculty. (1) comment

Sacramento State's Science and Space Center is not yet under construction, but might be soon. (0) comments

Students discuss self defense

Sorority holds forum, dispels gender myths

Students discuss self defense

Seven students and alumni learned about self-defense and safety Thursday night at the Auburn Room. (2) comments

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