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Thanks to multiple outreach programs, administrative efforts and regional population growth, Sacramento State experienced a record-high enrollment this fall, with nearly 300 more students than last semester. Despite various outreach efforts and programs, the university still failed to meet its target of 22,970 students.
Although Sac State missed its goal by nearly half of a percent, university
administrators are continuing to increase enrollment numbers by devising additional ways of reaching out to potential students.
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An illustrated version of what transpired at Associated Students Inc.'s Oct. 17 board meeting. (0) comments
A former United States ambassador in Afghanistan, Sierra Leone, and Mongolia who quit her job over her disagreement with the president's decision to invade Iraq, said in a lecture today that she wants military and civilians alike to hold their leaders responsible for unethical decisions. "Sadly, I believe in the last six years we have had a situation where the ethical bases of the military and the CIA have been brutally undercut," Colonel Mary Ann Wright told an audience in the Hinde Auditorium. (1) comment
Earlier this month, Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed a series of bills designed to help California's troops and veterans. Two of the bills are aimed at helping current and former soldiers pursue or continue their education at a California State University or a California junior college. "These bills demonstrate California's commitment to those who currently serve, those who have served and the families who have sacrificed so much to support them," Schwarzenegger said. "Our military community deserves continued educational opportunities and as much support as we can give their families." (0) comments
Following his handling of the proposed natural history museum on campus, officials called for an examination of Sacramento State President Alexander Gonzalez's leadership and integrity. In a letter sent to California State University Chancellor Charles Reed and the CSU Board of Trustees, the senate questioned whether faculty and students can be assured that Gonzalez will exhibit the leadership necessary for Sac State. (0) comments
Associated Students Inc. President Christina Romero is looking at available options to create student-only parking for Sacramento State's Parking Structure II and III, located at the east and south of the University Union. Romero said student parking permits cost substantially more than faculty parking permits. She also said student fees were primarily used for the construction of Parking Structure III. Romero is working with the California Faculty Association and the Sac State administration to research the issue. (0) comments
Mobile Journalist Bridget Jones tags along with a parking enforcement officer and learns there is a lot more than what meets the eye with this group. (0) comments
A peace rally protesting the U.S. invasion of Iraq was held by Sacramento State's Campus Progressive Alliance and M.E.C.H.A. today in Serna Plaza.
Mary Riordan, one of the organizers of the rally, hoped the rally had a positive effect on those who attended.
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Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger signed two bills earlier this month that are aimed at helping current and former troops and veterans with pursuing their education.
One bill will give them priority when applying at state universities and community colleges throughout the state, while the other bill will allow soldiers to pay in-state, instead out-of-state tuition and fees.
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A letter that was sent to California State University Chancellor Charles Reed and the CSU Board of Trustees on Oct. 19 incited debate at today's Faculty Senate meeting.
During the open forum, senate members argued over whether or not the Senate Executive Committee had the right to send a letter representing the senate without consulting them first.
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Coming off tours in Afghanistan and Iraq where bullets periodically flew past his head, former soldier Tom Kroom found himself refusing to go places and waking up suddenly to faint noises.
Now in his second semester at Sacramento State, Kroom is technically considered a freshman, although he said his maturity is "advanced" thanks to his time in the army.
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After a combined period of six semesters, a decrease in business led to the closure of Riverfront Center eateries Mother India and Leatherby's Family Creamery, said Matt Altier, executive director of University Enterprises Inc.
"Both vendors did not make enough revenue to keep their units open in the Riverfront," Altier said.
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There have been several changes over the past decade that have affected the lives of students and their ability to earn a college degree in a timely manner, if at all. While most can be traced to common issues such as the general cost of living, it is unclear how much others, including longer working hours and more homework, are affecting education.
One of the most significant changes affecting college students today is the sharp rise in tuition fees.
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Sacramento State's OneCard Center will issue new OneCards to all students, faculty and staff from Oct. 25 until Nov. 10. The cards will be distributed in the building formerly occupied by the Hornet Bookstore last semester.
Students can pick up OneCards based on the first letter of their last name.
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