State Hornet Spotlight Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/state-hornet-spotlight State Hornet: Spotlight is a series of audio profiles featuring interesting people from around the Sac State community. © 2026 The State Hornet d3381417-10fb-5f9f-bc6a-1fe2f026ee06 no en Wed, 06 May 2026 21:55:51 -0700 Wed, 06 May 2026 21:56:04 -0700 https://img.transistorcdn.com/FfGMDCkb4pu9AOaCk2X1Ew9lZCxkLhIQlVQqaVQ4eiY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9jNDVi/NTZmNWJmYzVlMTE3/OTdiZWRhZDc3MDAx/Zjg0NS5wbmc.jpg State Hornet Spotlight episodic The State Hornet State Hornet: Spotlight is a series of audio profiles featuring interesting people from around the Sac State community. State Hornet: Spotlight is a series of audio profiles featuring interesting people from around the Sac State community.. The State Hornet No No State Hornet Spotlight: Breaking the ice with Kathy Kasic 43 43 State Hornet Spotlight: Breaking the ice with Kathy Kasic full e660d437-18ab-49a0-b913-99397cc02209 https://share.transistor.fm/s/34ce0a8e In this episode, host Jeremy Brown is joined by Sacramento State film professor Kathy Kasic to talk about her recent documentary and its broader impact on our world.

The two also discuss the influences that set Kasic on this path, how anybody can help to keep our world healthy and the upcoming newly-named Eunice Newton Foote Day on July 17.

]]> In this episode, host Jeremy Brown is joined by Sacramento State film professor Kathy Kasic to talk about her recent documentary and its broader impact on our world.

The two also discuss the influences that set Kasic on this path, how anybody can help to keep our world healthy and the upcoming newly-named Eunice Newton Foote Day on July 17.

]]> Wed, 06 May 2026 21:55:50 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1096 In this episode, host Jeremy Brown is joined by Sacramento State film professor Kathy Kasic to talk about her recent documentary and its broader impact on our world.

The two also discuss the influences that set Kasic on this path, how anybody can help to keep our world healthy and the upcoming newly-named Eunice Newton Foote Day on July 17.

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: Stepping into the time machine for queer prom 42 42 State Hornet Spotlight: Stepping into the time machine for queer prom full f580c8a9-b116-4033-9a19-3ebdd6ad5566 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bc744f04  Podcast editor Jeremy Brown sits down with Hei Fok, the director of Sacramento State’s PRIDE center, to talk about queer prom. The two also discuss the nature of self-expression, sources of inspiration and the importance of fanfiction to the queer community.

]]>  Podcast editor Jeremy Brown sits down with Hei Fok, the director of Sacramento State’s PRIDE center, to talk about queer prom. The two also discuss the nature of self-expression, sources of inspiration and the importance of fanfiction to the queer community.

]]> Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:17:24 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1012  Podcast editor Jeremy Brown sits down with Hei Fok, the director of Sacramento State’s PRIDE center, to talk about queer prom. The two also discuss the nature of self-expression, sources of inspiration and the importance of fanfiction to the queer community.

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: A conversation with President Luke Wood 41 41 State Hornet Spotlight: A conversation with President Luke Wood full 85f272ed-f189-409a-9147-7543a5b0c0a1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d04019a2 In this latest episode of The State Hornet Spotlight, President Luke Wood joins hosts Clifton Bullock III and Finneas Brumbaugh. Together, they discuss Sacramento State as a Black-serving institution, Wood’s legacy as president and the recent move to the Mid-American Conference.

]]> In this latest episode of The State Hornet Spotlight, President Luke Wood joins hosts Clifton Bullock III and Finneas Brumbaugh. Together, they discuss Sacramento State as a Black-serving institution, Wood’s legacy as president and the recent move to the Mid-American Conference.

]]> Fri, 27 Feb 2026 14:45:41 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1321 In this latest episode of The State Hornet Spotlight, President Luke Wood joins hosts Clifton Bullock III and Finneas Brumbaugh. Together, they discuss Sacramento State as a Black-serving institution, Wood’s legacy as president and the recent move to the Mid-American Conference.

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: Dealing with grief during the holidays 40 40 State Hornet Spotlight: Dealing with grief during the holidays full 445792f3-11cf-4de5-8fd4-157302bac8c5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2fa1c7c6 In this episode, Host Samuel Bierdeman and Sacramento State journalism Professor Amari Pollard discuss her journey throughout her career in journalism, including her poetry collection, “Where There Are Flowers and the Moon,” and her recurring spot on “PBS KVIE News Minute,” where she serves as a rotating host for a weekly segment that covers stories and events happening in the Sacramento area. 

]]> In this episode, Host Samuel Bierdeman and Sacramento State journalism Professor Amari Pollard discuss her journey throughout her career in journalism, including her poetry collection, “Where There Are Flowers and the Moon,” and her recurring spot on “PBS KVIE News Minute,” where she serves as a rotating host for a weekly segment that covers stories and events happening in the Sacramento area. 

]]> Wed, 10 Dec 2025 17:20:13 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1974 In this episode, Host Samuel Bierdeman and Sacramento State journalism Professor Amari Pollard discuss her journey throughout her career in journalism, including her poetry collection, “Where There Are Flowers and the Moon,” and her recurring spot on “PBS KVIE News Minute,” where she serves as a rotating host for a weekly segment that covers stories and events happening in the Sacramento area. 

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: An exploration of video games and storytelling 39 39 State Hornet Spotlight: An exploration of video games and storytelling full f5680b30-5c97-48f0-bfad-9eafc9d38b35 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9e05c464 Kristopher Caalim talks with Sac State’s first game studies professor, Luna Loganayagam—the two discuss the place of video games as art, pieces of culture and media as a whole, along with the difficulties of studying video games and the stories they tell. 

]]> Kristopher Caalim talks with Sac State’s first game studies professor, Luna Loganayagam—the two discuss the place of video games as art, pieces of culture and media as a whole, along with the difficulties of studying video games and the stories they tell. 

]]> Mon, 24 Nov 2025 17:36:06 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1421 Kristopher Caalim talks with Sac State’s first game studies professor, Luna Loganayagam—the two discuss the place of video games as art, pieces of culture and media as a whole, along with the difficulties of studying video games and the stories they tell. 

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA 38 38 State Hornet Spotlight: A taste of Aztlán with Sac State’s MEChA full f27b39f3-52c2-45aa-90eb-d8e3d7b27e63 https://share.transistor.fm/s/1c6633ca  Sacramento State’s MEChA leaders Jessica Ramirez, Valeria Murillo and Katherine Robles talk with host Esmeralda Garcia about the history of the Chicano organization and how we must continue the fight for Latino rights and solidarity, not just during Hispanic Heritage Month but all year round. 

]]>  Sacramento State’s MEChA leaders Jessica Ramirez, Valeria Murillo and Katherine Robles talk with host Esmeralda Garcia about the history of the Chicano organization and how we must continue the fight for Latino rights and solidarity, not just during Hispanic Heritage Month but all year round. 

]]> Wed, 15 Oct 2025 17:34:39 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1389  Sacramento State’s MEChA leaders Jessica Ramirez, Valeria Murillo and Katherine Robles talk with host Esmeralda Garcia about the history of the Chicano organization and how we must continue the fight for Latino rights and solidarity, not just during Hispanic Heritage Month but all year round. 

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné Voices 37 37 State Hornet Spotlight: The Power of Latiné Voices full 7342da74-9f87-4992-9fc5-c26bd3911de6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5d24c2ce In this episode, host Maya Denaé Taylor interviews Ethnic Studies Professor Elvia Ramirez and graduate student in science of counseling Víctor Tafoya about the Center on Race, Immigration and Social Justice’s podcast, ”Building Justice”, and the importance of amplifying Latiné and other marginalized communities.

]]> In this episode, host Maya Denaé Taylor interviews Ethnic Studies Professor Elvia Ramirez and graduate student in science of counseling Víctor Tafoya about the Center on Race, Immigration and Social Justice’s podcast, ”Building Justice”, and the importance of amplifying Latiné and other marginalized communities.

]]> Fri, 10 Oct 2025 16:00:02 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1793 In this episode, host Maya Denaé Taylor interviews Ethnic Studies Professor Elvia Ramirez and graduate student in science of counseling Víctor Tafoya about the Center on Race, Immigration and Social Justice’s podcast, ”Building Justice”, and the importance of amplifying Latiné and other marginalized communities.

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla 36 36 State Hornet Spotlight: Science of Play with Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla full 97354198-05e9-42a6-8f9a-4dc514f49610 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9c297c4d In this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, hosts Aliza Imran and Jeremy Brown interview professor of recreation, parks and tourism administration Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla, about the science behind play and her journey to Sac State.

]]> In this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, hosts Aliza Imran and Jeremy Brown interview professor of recreation, parks and tourism administration Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla, about the science behind play and her journey to Sac State.

]]> Wed, 14 May 2025 12:52:32 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1556 In this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, hosts Aliza Imran and Jeremy Brown interview professor of recreation, parks and tourism administration Dr. Jorgensen-Easterla, about the science behind play and her journey to Sac State.

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State 35 35 State Hornet Spotlight: KSSU Promotions Director on his time at Sac State full d8daafd8-8925-4584-98ad-1d6a4827081b https://share.transistor.fm/s/73a8898b Host Kristopher Caalim talks with Orlando Rodriguez about what it’s like being a student while working with KSSU, his time with music and Dj-ing and more. 

]]> Host Kristopher Caalim talks with Orlando Rodriguez about what it’s like being a student while working with KSSU, his time with music and Dj-ing and more. 

]]> Mon, 05 May 2025 10:38:28 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1496 Host Kristopher Caalim talks with Orlando Rodriguez about what it’s like being a student while working with KSSU, his time with music and Dj-ing and more. 

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate 34 34 State Hornet Spotlight: Sac State professor on becoming a Multi-Hyphenate full fbf27425-9593-4406-96d3-29a91b737bd2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/381cb010 In this episode of the State Hornet Spotlight, Sacramento State professor Andrea Smith sits down with podcast staffer Jeremy Brown to talk about life in the East Bay, earning her PhD, the return of hip hop as a vehicle for protest, Kendrick Lamar’s recent halftime show and more.

]]> In this episode of the State Hornet Spotlight, Sacramento State professor Andrea Smith sits down with podcast staffer Jeremy Brown to talk about life in the East Bay, earning her PhD, the return of hip hop as a vehicle for protest, Kendrick Lamar’s recent halftime show and more.

]]> Thu, 27 Feb 2025 15:37:35 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1323 In this episode of the State Hornet Spotlight, Sacramento State professor Andrea Smith sits down with podcast staffer Jeremy Brown to talk about life in the East Bay, earning her PhD, the return of hip hop as a vehicle for protest, Kendrick Lamar’s recent halftime show and more.

]]> No State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success 33 33 State Hornet Spotlight: Jared Gipson’s breakout season and TikTok success full 06abc181-139a-40f3-8bb9-1d25cf4455d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/51659f43 In this spotlight, Sac State sophomore wide receiver Jared Gipson sits down with football beat writer Jack Freeman to discuss his Montana catch fiasco, TikTok's rise to fame and finding balance in his busy life.

]]> In this spotlight, Sac State sophomore wide receiver Jared Gipson sits down with football beat writer Jack Freeman to discuss his Montana catch fiasco, TikTok's rise to fame and finding balance in his busy life.

]]> Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:50:35 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 776 Get to know Jared Gipson, one of the rising stars of Sac State football, in this State Hornet Spotlight episode. Get to know Jared Gipson, one of the rising stars of Sac State football, in this State Hornet Spotlight episode. No State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State 32 32 State Hornet Spotlight: Football recruit Carson Conklin comes to Sac State full 53ef2c52-de52-495d-b583-d7910ba3e8c2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a8a10fe5 On today’s episode, hosts Jack Freeman and Isaac Streeter speak with new member of the Sac State football team Carson Conklin on what his recruitment process was like leading up to his decision and why he chose to be a hornet.


Related State Hornet stories:

  1. https://statehornet.com/2022/10/sac-state-softball-allegations-coach/
  2. https://statehornet.com/2022/10/swarm-report-week-6-fall-2022/
  3. https://statehornet.com/2022/10/sac-state-hornets-football-montana-grizzlies-preview/
]]> On today’s episode, hosts Jack Freeman and Isaac Streeter speak with new member of the Sac State football team Carson Conklin on what his recruitment process was like leading up to his decision and why he chose to be a hornet.


Related State Hornet stories:

  1. https://statehornet.com/2022/10/sac-state-softball-allegations-coach/
  2. https://statehornet.com/2022/10/swarm-report-week-6-fall-2022/
  3. https://statehornet.com/2022/10/sac-state-hornets-football-montana-grizzlies-preview/
]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:36:38 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 757 In this new episode of Spotlight, quarterback Carson Conklin talks to Isaac Streeter and Jack Freeman about playing football at his level and why he chose Sac State. In this new episode of Spotlight, quarterback Carson Conklin talks to Isaac Streeter and Jack Freeman about playing football at his level and why he chose Sac State. No Women's basketball team reacts to being named best female team: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT 31 31 Women's basketball team reacts to being named best female team: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT full e70a655a-74f2-4bbf-ae55-e162434109f4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bad9ae74 Former Hornet graduate guard and Big Sky MVP Lianna Tillman, former guard Jazmin Carrasco and all-Big Sky center Isnelle Natabou sit down with sports editor Jordan Latimore to react to the women’s basketball team being named “Best Female Team” in the 2022 Best of Sac State oll on this State Hornet Spotlight Short.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

Show Notes:

THE GRIND: Mark Campbell’s ascent to women’s basketball head coach at Sac State 

]]> Former Hornet graduate guard and Big Sky MVP Lianna Tillman, former guard Jazmin Carrasco and all-Big Sky center Isnelle Natabou sit down with sports editor Jordan Latimore to react to the women’s basketball team being named “Best Female Team” in the 2022 Best of Sac State oll on this State Hornet Spotlight Short.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

Show Notes:

THE GRIND: Mark Campbell’s ascent to women’s basketball head coach at Sac State 

]]> Thu, 05 May 2022 09:37:36 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 576 Former Hornet graduate guard and Big Sky MVP Lianna Tillman, former guard Jazmin Carrasco and all-Big Sky center Isnelle Natabou sit down with sports editor Jordan Latimore to react to the women’s basketball team being named “Best Female Team” in the 2022 Best of Sac State oll on this State Hornet Spotlight Short. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Former Hornet graduate guard and Big Sky MVP Lianna Tillman, former guard Jazmin Carrasco and all-Big Sky center Isnelle Natabou sit down with sports editor Jordan Latimore to react to the women’s basketball team being named “Best Female Team” in the 2022 No Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT 30 30 Sac State alumni’s up-and-down football journey and USFL dream: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT SHORT full bcb057b0-c4a2-4b88-8028-63edbc824ede https://share.transistor.fm/s/e9ebd7a8 In a special audio story version of The State Hornet Spotlight, staffer Jack Freeman talks to Sac State alumnus and former Hornets wide receiver Isiah Hennie about his eventful journey to make it in the professional football world.


Hennie, who recorded 139 catches for 1,523 yards and 11 touchdowns during four seasons with the Sac State football team from 2014 to 2018, has looked to the NFL, the AAF, the CFL and the newly reformed United States Football League (USFL) for a chance to prove he can make it in the big leagues.


While he has come close to signing a contract several times, he still waits to this day for his maiden opportunity. Listen to his story here:


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> In a special audio story version of The State Hornet Spotlight, staffer Jack Freeman talks to Sac State alumnus and former Hornets wide receiver Isiah Hennie about his eventful journey to make it in the professional football world.


Hennie, who recorded 139 catches for 1,523 yards and 11 touchdowns during four seasons with the Sac State football team from 2014 to 2018, has looked to the NFL, the AAF, the CFL and the newly reformed United States Football League (USFL) for a chance to prove he can make it in the big leagues.


While he has come close to signing a contract several times, he still waits to this day for his maiden opportunity. Listen to his story here:


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2022 09:00:00 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 397 In a special audio story version of The State Hornet Spotlight, staffer Jack Freeman talks to Sac State alumnus and former Hornets wide receiver Isiah Hennie about his eventful journey to make it in the professional football world. Hennie, who recorded 139 catches for 1,523 yards and 11 touchdowns during four seasons with the Sac State football team from 2014 to 2018, has looked to the NFL, the AAF, the CFL and the newly reformed United States Football League (USFL) for a chance to prove he can make it in the big leagues. While he has come close to signing a contract several times, he still waits to this day for his maiden opportunity. Listen to his story here: Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod In a special audio story version of The State Hornet Spotlight, staffer Jack Freeman talks to Sac State alumnus and former Hornets wide receiver Isiah Hennie about his eventful journey to make it in the professional football world. Hennie, who recorded No Hornets appreciate being in person after two years of being locked inside: STATE HORNET QUADCAST 29 29 Hornets appreciate being in person after two years of being locked inside: STATE HORNET QUADCAST full a1e5633b-16a1-426c-be25-6a21fab47fa1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/67bf273e Quadcast has returned after a two-year absence! 


On this edition, staffer Laura de la Garza Garcia, newsletter editor Odin Rasco and opinion editor Kris Hall host a special “Quadcast” edition of State Hornet Spotlight where they interview Sac State students about their experiences and thoughts on dealing with two years of life under COVID-19 restrictions.


In the first part of the episode, communications major Adrian Piñon, photography major Nathenial Goguen and others join our hosts to discuss online classes, the return of in-person learning, new habits picked up during quarantine and more.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> Quadcast has returned after a two-year absence! 


On this edition, staffer Laura de la Garza Garcia, newsletter editor Odin Rasco and opinion editor Kris Hall host a special “Quadcast” edition of State Hornet Spotlight where they interview Sac State students about their experiences and thoughts on dealing with two years of life under COVID-19 restrictions.


In the first part of the episode, communications major Adrian Piñon, photography major Nathenial Goguen and others join our hosts to discuss online classes, the return of in-person learning, new habits picked up during quarantine and more.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> Fri, 08 Apr 2022 12:35:36 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 2316 Quadcast has returned after a two-year absence! On this edition, staffer Laura de la Garza Garcia, newsletter editor Odin Rasco and opinion editor Kris Hall host a special “Quadcast” edition of State Hornet Spotlight where they interview Sac State students about their experiences and thoughts on dealing with two years of life under COVID-19 restrictions. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Quadcast has returned after a two-year absence! On this edition, staffer Laura de la Garza Garcia, newsletter editor Odin Rasco and opinion editor Kris Hall host a special “Quadcast” edition of State Hornet Spotlight where they interview Sac State stu No Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 28 28 Discussing the journey of women of color in modern-day America: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full cb03345b-f872-4144-b1ad-49edc30fdff6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/be0f9e95 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, multimedia staffer Alexis Hunt sits down with Sacramento State student Maya Coleman and asks her about her personal experiences as a woman of color in today’s society. 

Coleman shares her thoughts with the audience about the struggles women of color face and how these challenges have influenced her personally. Coleman urges listeners to hold each other accountable and to have uncomfortable conversations surrounding issues of race and gender in America.  

Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, multimedia staffer Alexis Hunt sits down with Sacramento State student Maya Coleman and asks her about her personal experiences as a woman of color in today’s society. 

Coleman shares her thoughts with the audience about the struggles women of color face and how these challenges have influenced her personally. Coleman urges listeners to hold each other accountable and to have uncomfortable conversations surrounding issues of race and gender in America.  

Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> Thu, 31 Mar 2022 13:14:56 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1324 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, multimedia staffer Alexis Hunt sits down with Sacramento State student Maya Coleman and asks her about her personal experiences as a woman of color in today’s society. Coleman shares her thoughts with the audience about the struggles women of color face and how these challenges have influenced her personally. Coleman urges listeners to hold each other accountable and to have uncomfortable conversations surrounding issues of race and gender in America. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, multimedia staffer Alexis Hunt sits down with Sacramento State student Maya Coleman and asks her about her personal experiences as a woman of color in today’s society. Coleman shares her thoughts with the aud No How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 27 27 How Sac State students can receive confidential support for sexual violence: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full b4bf4779-5bfe-4217-b959-0ce818b18e41 https://share.transistor.fm/s/78adca36 Confidential campus advocate Laura sits down with State Hornet visuals editor Dominique Williams to discuss resources for Sacramento State students who have experienced sexual violence.


Laura, whose last name is withheld to protect confidentiality, works for WEAVE (When Everyone Acts Violence Ends) which is partnered with Sac State to provide students with free support. 


She defines sexual violence, intimate partner violence and affirmative consent and tells the audience how to reach out for support if students have experienced past or present sexual assault.


For support options:


WEAVE phone number: 916-278-5850

WEAVE email: WEAVE@csus.edu

WEAVE 24 hour hotline: 916-920-2952

WEAVE website: weaveinc.org

National sexual violence hotline: 1-800-656-4673

National domestic violence hotline: 800-799-7233


Related Links: BREAKING: CSU Chancellor resigns following mishandling of sexual harassment complaints

Sac State to receive $2.2 million in state funding for mental health services, basic needs - The State Hornet

State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty


Music: Inspired by Kevin Macleod

]]> Confidential campus advocate Laura sits down with State Hornet visuals editor Dominique Williams to discuss resources for Sacramento State students who have experienced sexual violence.


Laura, whose last name is withheld to protect confidentiality, works for WEAVE (When Everyone Acts Violence Ends) which is partnered with Sac State to provide students with free support. 


She defines sexual violence, intimate partner violence and affirmative consent and tells the audience how to reach out for support if students have experienced past or present sexual assault.


For support options:


WEAVE phone number: 916-278-5850

WEAVE email: WEAVE@csus.edu

WEAVE 24 hour hotline: 916-920-2952

WEAVE website: weaveinc.org

National sexual violence hotline: 1-800-656-4673

National domestic violence hotline: 800-799-7233


Related Links: BREAKING: CSU Chancellor resigns following mishandling of sexual harassment complaints

Sac State to receive $2.2 million in state funding for mental health services, basic needs - The State Hornet

State Hornet Spotlight: Dr. Alma Flores talks about the importance of HSI funding and hiring more Latinx faculty


Music: Inspired by Kevin Macleod

]]> Mon, 28 Feb 2022 16:17:26 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1639 Confidential campus advocate Laura sits down with State Hornet visuals editor Dominique Williams to discuss resources for Sacramento State students who have experienced sexual violence. Laura, whose last name is withheld to protect confidentiality, works for WEAVE (When Everyone Acts Violence Ends) which is partnered with Sac State to provide students with free support. She defines sexual violence, intimate partner violence and affirmative consent and tells the audience how to reach out for support if students have experienced past or present sexual assault. Music: Inspired by Kevin Macleod Confidential campus advocate Laura sits down with State Hornet visuals editor Dominique Williams to discuss resources for Sacramento State students who have experienced sexual violence. Laura, whose last name is withheld to protect confidentiality, wor No Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 26 26 Dr. Alma Flores breaks down teaching as a Latinx professor, campus’ HSI funding: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full 3655c32c-6db9-4527-bb88-f4782782d200 https://share.transistor.fm/s/3342c1f8 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, former digital editor Mercy Sosa sits down with Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State.


Flores discusses the funding Sac State receives for being a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the lack of Hispanic representation in the faculty as a whole and how fellow faculty and administrators can help their fellow faculty of color.

This episode was originally recorded on Dec. 8, 2021.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

RELATED: Sac State's Latino community speaks on disproportionate ratios between faculty and students

RELATED: TIMELINE: A look at the recent history of racism at Sac State

RELATED: Sac State students celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month 

]]> On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, former digital editor Mercy Sosa sits down with Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State.


Flores discusses the funding Sac State receives for being a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the lack of Hispanic representation in the faculty as a whole and how fellow faculty and administrators can help their fellow faculty of color.

This episode was originally recorded on Dec. 8, 2021.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

RELATED: Sac State's Latino community speaks on disproportionate ratios between faculty and students

RELATED: TIMELINE: A look at the recent history of racism at Sac State

RELATED: Sac State students celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month 

]]> Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:01:19 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 2462 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, former digital editor Mercy Sosa sits down with Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State. Flores discusses the funding Sac State receives for being a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the lack of Hispanic representation in the faculty as a whole and how fellow faculty and administrators can help their fellow faculty of color. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, former digital editor Mercy Sosa sits down with Dr. Alma Flores, an assistant professor of Education at Sacramento State. Flores discusses the funding Sac State receives for being a Hispanic Serving Institutio No A Native student’s survival story turned academic journey: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 25 25 A Native student’s survival story turned academic journey: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full a097eea2-af8d-4cab-b8d4-89f94bd8870c https://share.transistor.fm/s/20a88d5b Context warning: this episode of State Hornet Spotlight features mentions of sexual abuse, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and substance abuse

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Emma Hall talks with Pauline Ghost-Perez, a Native American Studies student at Sacramento State about her experience as a Native student. Ghost-Perez, Miwok and Oglala Sioux, talks about surviving foster care, fighting to end intergenerational trauma and the person who changed her life — her 1-year-old daughter, Wynonna. 

Music: Inspired by Kevin Macleod


RELATED: ‘Existence is resistance’: the reality of being Indigenous students at Sac State 

RELATED: Native American ethnic studies chair recounts higher education journey 

RELATED: TESTIMONIAL: Sac State needs to recognize the visibility of Native students on campus 


National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673


WEAVE’s 24-Hour Support Line (located in Sacramento): 916-920-2952

WEAVE Resources


StrongHearts Native Helpline: 1-844-762-8483 

StrongHearts Native Helpline Resources


Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

]]> Context warning: this episode of State Hornet Spotlight features mentions of sexual abuse, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and substance abuse

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Emma Hall talks with Pauline Ghost-Perez, a Native American Studies student at Sacramento State about her experience as a Native student. Ghost-Perez, Miwok and Oglala Sioux, talks about surviving foster care, fighting to end intergenerational trauma and the person who changed her life — her 1-year-old daughter, Wynonna. 

Music: Inspired by Kevin Macleod


RELATED: ‘Existence is resistance’: the reality of being Indigenous students at Sac State 

RELATED: Native American ethnic studies chair recounts higher education journey 

RELATED: TESTIMONIAL: Sac State needs to recognize the visibility of Native students on campus 


National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673


WEAVE’s 24-Hour Support Line (located in Sacramento): 916-920-2952

WEAVE Resources


StrongHearts Native Helpline: 1-844-762-8483 

StrongHearts Native Helpline Resources


Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services National Hotline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357)

]]> Wed, 24 Nov 2021 13:34:53 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 937 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Emma Hall talks with Pauline Ghost-Perez, a Native American Studies student at Sacramento State about her experience as a Native student. Ghost-Perez, Miwok and Oglala Sioux, talks about surviving foster care, fighting to end intergenerational trauma and the person who changed her life — her 1-year-old daughter, Wynonna. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion editor Emma Hall talks with Pauline Ghost-Perez, a Native American Studies student at Sacramento State about her experience as a Native student. Ghost-Perez, Miwok and Oglala Sioux, talks about surviving foster care, fighti No Former Sac State basketball player discusses prioritizing mental health: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 24 24 Former Sac State basketball player discusses prioritizing mental health: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full 612994d3-86cc-4876-92ef-e104f3b196fd https://share.transistor.fm/s/468a7c97 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore sit down with former Sacramento State basketball player Samaad Hector about his decision to leave the team before the season to prioritize his mental health.


Hector discusses his hesitation to come forward about his depression to his family and friends but says he hopes talking about his own struggles will help someone else in the process.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

RELATED: Isolation and grief: Sac State students cope with declining mental health during pandemic
RELATED: OPINION: Seasonal depression mixed with a pandemic is a recipe for disaster
RELATED: STATE HORNET PODCAST: Students open up about mental health during the pandemic


Below are some services that help with mental health. 


Crisis Contacts & Services - NAMI Sacramento - NAMI Sacramento


Student Health & Counseling Services


Crisis phone numbers Suicide Prevention in the Sacramento Area


National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255


If you are in a physical or psychiatric emergency, call 911.

]]> On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore sit down with former Sacramento State basketball player Samaad Hector about his decision to leave the team before the season to prioritize his mental health.


Hector discusses his hesitation to come forward about his depression to his family and friends but says he hopes talking about his own struggles will help someone else in the process.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

RELATED: Isolation and grief: Sac State students cope with declining mental health during pandemic
RELATED: OPINION: Seasonal depression mixed with a pandemic is a recipe for disaster
RELATED: STATE HORNET PODCAST: Students open up about mental health during the pandemic


Below are some services that help with mental health. 


Crisis Contacts & Services - NAMI Sacramento - NAMI Sacramento


Student Health & Counseling Services


Crisis phone numbers Suicide Prevention in the Sacramento Area


National Suicide Hotline: 1-800-273-8255


If you are in a physical or psychiatric emergency, call 911.

]]> Mon, 15 Nov 2021 13:07:24 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1504 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore sit down with former Sacramento State basketball player Samaad Hector about his decision to leave the team before the season to prioritize his mental health. Hector discusses his hesitation to come forward about his depression to his family and friends but says he hopes talking about his own struggles will help someone else in the process. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, managing editor Magaly Muñoz and sports beat writer Jordan Latimore sit down with former Sacramento State basketball player Samaad Hector about his decision to leave the team before the season to prioritize his m No Alumna shares her experience being a Hispanic woman in media: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 23 23 Alumna shares her experience being a Hispanic woman in media: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full 2510ebba-e3ab-44d3-ad36-f283f702e2d7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/058ffa74 On this edition of State Hornet Spotlight, State Hornet alumna Aranza Mora talks to managing editor Magaly Muñoz about her experience with being a Latina woman in media and how her love for being Hispanic pushed her into working in Spanish broadcast.


Mora also shares her advice for those seeking to work in journalism full time after college.


Post graduation in fall 2020, Mora worked as a news anchor for iHeartMedia and is currently a show host for Univision’s Despierta Sacramento.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> On this edition of State Hornet Spotlight, State Hornet alumna Aranza Mora talks to managing editor Magaly Muñoz about her experience with being a Latina woman in media and how her love for being Hispanic pushed her into working in Spanish broadcast.


Mora also shares her advice for those seeking to work in journalism full time after college.


Post graduation in fall 2020, Mora worked as a news anchor for iHeartMedia and is currently a show host for Univision’s Despierta Sacramento.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> Mon, 11 Oct 2021 19:32:14 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1726 On this edition of State Hornet Spotlight, State Hornet alumna Aranza Mora talks to managing editor Magaly Muñoz about her experience with being a Latina woman in media and how her love for being Hispanic pushed her into working in Spanish broadcast. Mora also shares her advice for those seeking to work in journalism full time after college. Post graduation in fall 2020, Mora worked as a news anchor for iHeartMedia and is currently a show host for Univision’s Despierta Sacramento. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this edition of State Hornet Spotlight, State Hornet alumna Aranza Mora talks to managing editor Magaly Muñoz about her experience with being a Latina woman in media and how her love for being Hispanic pushed her into working in Spanish broadcast. M No Newsom survives recall, editor roundtable reacts: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 22 22 Newsom survives recall, editor roundtable reacts: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full 32d288cc-1e5a-43cc-8794-e02fc29ebd73 https://share.transistor.fm/s/05d792d4 A follow-up episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and managing editor Magaly Muñoz giving their immediate reaction following the 2021 California recall election.


The three debate the wider than expected margin of victory, what the future may hold for candidates Larry Elder and Kevin Paffrath and how Gavin Newsom and the Democrats found their mojo to revive his governorship and future political prospects.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod


Newsom audio from KTVU: Newsom victory speech: governor 'humbled and grateful' after California recall fails


Elder audio from Forbes and AP: 'Stay Tuned': Larry Elder Hints At Future Plans In Concession Speech, Larry Elder concedes California recall defeat

]]> A follow-up episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and managing editor Magaly Muñoz giving their immediate reaction following the 2021 California recall election.


The three debate the wider than expected margin of victory, what the future may hold for candidates Larry Elder and Kevin Paffrath and how Gavin Newsom and the Democrats found their mojo to revive his governorship and future political prospects.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod


Newsom audio from KTVU: Newsom victory speech: governor 'humbled and grateful' after California recall fails


Elder audio from Forbes and AP: 'Stay Tuned': Larry Elder Hints At Future Plans In Concession Speech, Larry Elder concedes California recall defeat

]]> Thu, 16 Sep 2021 14:22:11 -0700 Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, Magaly Muñoz Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, Magaly Muñoz 1564 A follow-up episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and managing editor Magaly Muñoz giving their immediate reaction following the 2021 California recall election. The three debate the wider than expected margin of victory, what the future may hold for candidates Larry Elder and Kevin Paffrath and how Gavin Newsom and the Democrats found their mojo to revive his governorship and future political prospects. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod A follow-up episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and managing editor Magaly Muñoz giving their immediate reaction following the 2021 California recall election. The three de No Editor roundtable discussion about historic recall election: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 21 21 Editor roundtable discussion about historic recall election: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full 3825c223-d508-4cca-b939-e0fe0d1329d4 https://share.transistor.fm/s/a11ccdc6 A special episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features a roundtable discussion with podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and features editor Magaly Muñoz where they talk about their opinions concerning the upcoming recall election.


The trio debates the moments that jump-started the recall, whether the candidates are viable governors for the world’s fifth largest economy, and whether they think incumbent Gov. Gavin Newsom will retain his position come Tuesday night.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> A special episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features a roundtable discussion with podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and features editor Magaly Muñoz where they talk about their opinions concerning the upcoming recall election.


The trio debates the moments that jump-started the recall, whether the candidates are viable governors for the world’s fifth largest economy, and whether they think incumbent Gov. Gavin Newsom will retain his position come Tuesday night.


Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod

]]> Fri, 10 Sep 2021 11:16:17 -0700 Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, Magaly Munoz Mack Ervin III, Jordan Parker, Magaly Munoz 2031 A special episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features a roundtable discussion with podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and features editor Magaly Muñoz where they talk about their opinions concerning the upcoming recall election. The trio debates the moments that jump-started the recall, whether the candidates are viable governors for the world’s fifth largest economy, and whether they think incumbent Gov. Gavin Newsom will retain his position come Tuesday night. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod A special episode of the State Hornet Spotlight podcast features a roundtable discussion with podcast editor Mack Ervin III, Editor-in-Chief Jordan Parker and features editor Magaly Muñoz where they talk about their opinions concerning the upcoming recall No Sac State students Nahom & Ayra on getting “Mic’d Up”: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 20 20 Sac State students Nahom & Ayra on getting “Mic’d Up”: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full c6bf24f8-2160-49a7-9d69-cf35102941ec https://share.transistor.fm/s/55392078 Mic’d Up Students home page

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Episodes mentioned in pod

Sac State students look to spark change with new podcast

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Mic’d Up Students Instagram

Episodes mentioned in pod

Sac State students look to spark change with new podcast

]]> Thu, 06 May 2021 13:23:42 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1489 On this edition of State Hornet: Spotlight, an interview show featuring guests in the Sacramento State community, State Hornet podcasters Brandon Bailey and Garry Singh collaborate with Nahom Semere and Ayra Nuñez, two of the hosts of fellow student podcast Mic’d Up Students. Nahom and Ayra discuss how their podcast came to be, how they kept it running during COVID campus closures, how they’re looking to expand in the future and what brought them to Sac State in the first place. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this edition of State Hornet: Spotlight, an interview show featuring guests in the Sacramento State community, State Hornet podcasters Brandon Bailey and Garry Singh collaborate with Nahom Semere and Ayra Nuñez, two of the hosts of fellow student podca No Jesse Thorn’s virtual visit to Sac State: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT 19 19 Jesse Thorn’s virtual visit to Sac State: STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT full 14ec5733-feb3-422b-aff9-e570a68978d5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/19e844f1 Maximum Fun podcast network
PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Russ Buettner

PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Wesley Lowery

54% of classes will have on-campus components: STATE HORNET PODCAST

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PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Russ Buettner

PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Wesley Lowery

54% of classes will have on-campus components: STATE HORNET PODCAST

]]> Thu, 29 Apr 2021 15:45:51 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 2769 Jesse Thorn, host of podcasts such as Bullseye and Jordan, Jesse, Go! as well as the founder of the Maximum Fun podcast network, met with State Hornet Editor-in-Chief Max Connor and Deputy Copy Editor Alex Muegge during a virtual live event last week. In this version of the event edited down for the podcast format, Thorn discusses his life and career as well as his advice on how to get into podcasting out of - or during! - college. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Jesse Thorn, host of podcasts such as Bullseye and Jordan, Jesse, Go! as well as the founder of the Maximum Fun podcast network, met with State Hornet Editor-in-Chief Max Connor and Deputy Copy Editor Alex Muegge during a virtual live event last week. No STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT: Passion Bailey’s love and support of reading 18 18 STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT: Passion Bailey’s love and support of reading full 65f6fead-b226-43e7-89ae-f7649c5efdfc https://share.transistor.fm/s/f93a3c4b State Hornet article on Passion Bailey and Hidden Gems

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]]> Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:07:02 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1399 On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, deputy arts & entertainment editor Chanelle Muerong sits down with Passion Bailey, the co-owner of the Hidden Gems thrift and bookstore featured in a February State Hornet article, to discuss Bailey’s lifelong love of reading, programs to encourage reading and literacy among Sacramento youth and her plans and hopes for the future of her business and community. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this episode of State Hornet Spotlight, deputy arts & entertainment editor Chanelle Muerong sits down with Passion Bailey, the co-owner of the Hidden Gems thrift and bookstore featured in a February State Hornet article, to discuss Bailey’s lifelon No SPOTLIGHT PODCAST: History professor examines history and rise of conspiracies 17 17 SPOTLIGHT PODCAST: History professor examines history and rise of conspiracies full 063fcbd6-4db7-4392-b584-8177b4551819 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f3b81b67 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 15:16:30 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1450 How QAnon came to be, and why it’s still here On this edition of State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast staffers Rose Vega and Gavin Rock talk with Sacramento State history professor Joseph Palermo. Palermo, who has done research and writing on Watergate and 1950s politics, discusses the history and recent rise of conspiracy theories like QAnon and how politicians use them for personal and party gain. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod How QAnon came to be, and why it’s still here On this edition of State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast staffers Rose Vega and Gavin Rock talk with Sacramento State history professor Joseph Palermo. Palermo, who has done research and writing on Watergate No PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Sacramento Pastor Tecoy Porter discusses how to serve a community 16 16 PODCAST SPOTLIGHT: Sacramento Pastor Tecoy Porter discusses how to serve a community full d4c1ec63-8939-412d-83c3-5f5224da8d20 https://share.transistor.fm/s/57fa2344 South Sacramento pastor wants to change status quo with state Senate run

Tecoy Porter 2022 Senate campaign website

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Tecoy Porter 2022 Senate campaign website

]]> Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:08:29 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1062 This episode of State Hornet: Spotlight features Tecoy Porter Sr., the third-generation South Sacramento pastor and Sacramento State alumnus currently running to represent the 6th District in the 2022 California State Senate election. Porter is a lifelong activist and the leader of the Sacramento chapter of Rev. Al Sharpton’s National Action Network. He spoke with podcast staffer Rose Vega and podcast editor Robbie Pierce about his career, why he entered the direct electoral process, and how he combines his roles as a pastor, activist and now politician to better serve his community. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod This episode of State Hornet: Spotlight features Tecoy Porter Sr., the third-generation South Sacramento pastor and Sacramento State alumnus currently running to represent the 6th District in the 2022 California State Senate election. Porter is a lifel No STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT: Kylie Robison of ‘Kyliebytes’ talks stocks post-GameStop 15 15 STATE HORNET SPOTLIGHT: Kylie Robison of ‘Kyliebytes’ talks stocks post-GameStop full ded0ad70-b1a4-445f-a6f5-2ac3ce595f81 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9bebee7 KYLIEBYTES on Substack
4 Things to Know About the GameStop Insanity

Robinhood in-app glossary claims Nazis were socialist

Robinhood customers file class action lawsuit after popular app halts GameStop stock trading

Investopedia page on DogeCoin

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4 Things to Know About the GameStop Insanity

Robinhood in-app glossary claims Nazis were socialist

Robinhood customers file class action lawsuit after popular app halts GameStop stock trading

Investopedia page on DogeCoin

]]> Wed, 03 Feb 2021 11:43:28 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 600 On this episode of The State Hornet Spotlight, State Hornet alumna and author of “Kyliebytes” Kylie Robison stops by to discuss how the GameStop stock story might affect stock market-related tech moving forward and how fun it was watching it all unfold. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this episode of The State Hornet Spotlight, State Hornet alumna and author of “Kyliebytes” Kylie Robison stops by to discuss how the GameStop stock story might affect stock market-related tech moving forward and how fun it was watching it all unfold. No SPOTLIGHT EXTRA: Student shares personal experiences with gun violence in speech 14 14 SPOTLIGHT EXTRA: Student shares personal experiences with gun violence in speech full 0812e03d-6adf-468c-993a-7338ebe05667 https://share.transistor.fm/s/522a06c7 Candlelight vigil held for two teens killed at Arden Fair Mall


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]]> Fri, 18 Dec 2020 13:47:00 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 499 Sacramento State computer science major Jaysa Harrison, the daughter of local activist and self-described humanitarian Jamilia Land, is no stranger to gun violence. Harrison, 18, said she has been around gun violence and around victims of gun violence through Land’s work and her own personal experiences. To share those experiences and what she sees as steps to reduce gun violence, Harrison wrote a speech for her COMS 4 introduction to public speaking class at Sac State. Harrison told the State Hornet people need to talk about gun violence more at the candlelight vigil for 19-year-old Dewayne James Jr. and 17-year-old Sa’Quan Reed-James on Dec. 2. Sacramento State computer science major Jaysa Harrison, the daughter of local activist and self-described humanitarian Jamilia Land, is no stranger to gun violence. Harrison, 18, said she has been around gun violence and around victims of gun violence thr No SPOTLIGHT: Defensor legal explica la situación de DACA y Dreamers 13 13 SPOTLIGHT: Defensor legal explica la situación de DACA y Dreamers full 9ae9825a-76a7-4f4d-b097-63248762ee33 https://share.transistor.fm/s/942dfaa6 Sac State Dreamer Resource Center

CHIRLA sitio
DACA fully reinstated for first time since 2017
‘Nothing in my life is secure’: Sac State DACA recipients speak out

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CHIRLA sitio
DACA fully reinstated for first time since 2017
‘Nothing in my life is secure’: Sac State DACA recipients speak out

]]> Thu, 17 Dec 2020 13:40:24 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 713 Esta semana en el State Hornet: Spotlight, Andrés Guerra, un defensor legal para la Coalición por los Derechos Humanos de Inmigrantes, una organización que trabaja con el recurso para los Dreamers de la universidad Sacramento State, explica la situación con respecto a DACA y los Dreamers en una entrevista bilingüe con las reporteras de State Hornet Estefany Nunez y Maria Ceja. Musica: Inspired de Kevin MacLeod Esta semana en el State Hornet: Spotlight, Andrés Guerra, un defensor legal para la Coalición por los Derechos Humanos de Inmigrantes, una organización que trabaja con el recurso para los Dreamers de la universidad Sacramento State, explica la situación c No SPOTLIGHT: Legal advocate explains the situation for DACA and Dreamers 12 12 SPOTLIGHT: Legal advocate explains the situation for DACA and Dreamers full c7661121-bd64-4e82-a1f1-abb84d42d8ca https://share.transistor.fm/s/76a9852e DACA fully reinstated for first time since 2017
‘Nothing in my life is secure’: Sac State DACA recipients speak out
Sac State Dreamer Resource Center

CHIRLA website

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‘Nothing in my life is secure’: Sac State DACA recipients speak out
Sac State Dreamer Resource Center

CHIRLA website

]]> Thu, 17 Dec 2020 13:37:14 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1077 This week on State Hornet: Spotlight, Andrés Guerra, a legal advocate for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, an organization that works with Sac State’s Dreamer Resource Center, explains the situation regarding DACA and Dreamers in a bilingual interview. State Hornet reporter Estefany Nuñez talked to Guerra in English and Maria Ceja then talked with Guerra in Spanish. DACA was fully reinstated earlier this month, but faces legal challenges such as a federal court case on Dec. 22. Guerra answers how to apply for DACA, what you need to apply, what to watch out for when applying and more. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod This week on State Hornet: Spotlight, Andrés Guerra, a legal advocate for the Coalition for Humane Immigrant Rights, an organization that works with Sac State’s Dreamer Resource Center, explains the situation regarding DACA and Dreamers in a bilingual int No SPOTLIGHT: Sac State professor discusses suffragette and civil rights activist Mary Church Terrell 11 11 SPOTLIGHT: Sac State professor discusses suffragette and civil rights activist Mary Church Terrell full d6e776f1-2e11-41db-b580-eab9e3e8e407 https://share.transistor.fm/s/097d6f7a Wed, 09 Dec 2020 13:10:06 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1027 This week on Spotlight, news reporter Gavin Rock spoke with Sacramento State professor Mona Siegel about the life of suffragette and civil rights activist Mary Church Terrell. Siegel presented a brief slideshow of Terrell’s life for the Crocker Art Museum’s U-Nite 2020. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod This week on Spotlight, news reporter Gavin Rock spoke with Sacramento State professor Mona Siegel about the life of suffragette and civil rights activist Mary Church Terrell. Siegel presented a brief slideshow of Terrell’s life for the Crocker Art Museum No SPOTLIGHT: State Hornet alumna Shiavon Chatman on being a young Black author 10 10 SPOTLIGHT: State Hornet alumna Shiavon Chatman on being a young Black author full 55031b79-172f-4c6e-b9ac-82347a15a8d1 https://share.transistor.fm/s/dea23f57 Shiavon's book available now on Gumroad

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]]> Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:36:34 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1875 On this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast editor Robbie Pierce and opinion editor Magaly Munoz talk with Shiavon Chatman, a Sacramento State alumna and former State Hornet editor, podcaster and author of the award-winning column “Shiavon’s Jawn.” Chatman’s book, “Shiavon Chatman Considers The Notorious B.I.G.'s ‘Life After Death’” is available now on Gumroad, and the three discuss the book as well as the experience of being a young Black author and the state of hip-hop. Music: Bust a Move by Gr8tness On this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast editor Robbie Pierce and opinion editor Magaly Munoz talk with Shiavon Chatman, a Sacramento State alumna and former State Hornet editor, podcaster and author of the award-winning column “Shiavon’s Jawn. No SPOTLIGHT: Political strategist Daraka Larimore-Hall evaluates results of ballot propositions 9 9 SPOTLIGHT: Political strategist Daraka Larimore-Hall evaluates results of ballot propositions full 7f12fcfc-9d4d-4693-a782-9caa3bbcb6f8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ba92681b Wed, 25 Nov 2020 14:30:38 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1871 On this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast editor Robbie Pierce and editor-in-chief Max Connor talk with Daraka Larimore-Hall, a vice chair of the state Democratic Party and political strategist and consultant, about why some of the ballot propositions turned out the way they did and what it means for California and both political parties going forward. Larimore-Hall also discusses some of California’s electoral history and why he sees voting as a collective act rather than an individualized one. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod On this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast editor Robbie Pierce and editor-in-chief Max Connor talk with Daraka Larimore-Hall, a vice chair of the state Democratic Party and political strategist and consultant, about why some of the ballot propos No SPORTS SPOTLIGHT: Sac State alumnus makes the cut in soccer, music and barbering 8 8 SPORTS SPOTLIGHT: Sac State alumnus makes the cut in soccer, music and barbering full 30558887-0588-4b0b-a0a5-a2de80d33cd9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/545a8508 Mez’s Twitter

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]]> Sat, 21 Nov 2020 13:29:59 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1518 This week on Sports Spotlight, sports writer Jason Gallardo and multimedia reporter Garry Singh talk to Sacramento State alumnus Chimdum Mez, who was recently drafted by the MLS team San Jose Earthquakes after playing professional soccer in Costa Rica. Mez also makes music in his free time, releasing beats under the label Chimchilla. Music: District Four by Kevin MacLeod, “Keep Ya Chim Up Fridays” Week 155 and 156 by Chimdum “Chimchilla” Mez This week on Sports Spotlight, sports writer Jason Gallardo and multimedia reporter Garry Singh talk to Sacramento State alumnus Chimdum Mez, who was recently drafted by the MLS team San Jose Earthquakes after playing professional soccer in Costa Rica. No SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Russ Buettner 7 7 SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series – Russ Buettner full ed9de7b6-bd14-4c54-9cb4-afdf2c096c3e https://share.transistor.fm/s/06c540a5 Tue, 17 Nov 2020 13:31:13 -0800 The State Hornet The State Hornet 3010 During our Hornet Speaker Series last month, Pulitzer Prize-winning State Hornet alumnus reporter Russ Buettner appeared on our Twitch stream Oct. 21 to discuss how to manage and find sources for hard-hitting investigative stories, find a career in the modern journalistic landscape and earn and keep an audience’s respect and attention in today’s lightning-fast media cycle. Buettner, a collaborator on multiple New York Times stories on President Donald Trump’s finances, taxes and debts, as well as the “Abused and Used” series chronicling mistreatment of developmentally disabled people living in New York group homes, also shared various stories of his time as a political investigative reporter. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod During our Hornet Speaker Series last month, Pulitzer Prize-winning State Hornet alumnus reporter Russ Buettner appeared on our Twitch stream Oct. 21 to discuss how to manage and find sources for hard-hitting investigative stories, find a career in the mo No SPOTLIGHT: How to use the Modoc Hall 4-day vote center this year 6 6 SPOTLIGHT: How to use the Modoc Hall 4-day vote center this year full 04abc51a-ac40-4213-8468-811b019f1bf2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/0aea18ed Sac County election resources


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]]> Fri, 30 Oct 2020 12:34:49 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1006 The on-campus voting center at Modoc Hall will be in full operation this year. As a four-day vote center, it will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Saturday, Oct. 31 to Monday Nov. 2, and then from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3. The vote center will support traditional polling place voting as well as ballot drop-off voting. Nathan Dietrich of Sacramento State’s division of public affairs and advocacy talks all about the history of the vote center and how you can use it this year in this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod The on-campus voting center at Modoc Hall will be in full operation this year. As a four-day vote center, it will be open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. from Saturday, Oct. 31 to Monday Nov. 2, and then from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, Nov. 3. T No SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series: Wesley Lowery 5 5 SPOTLIGHT: Hornet Speaker Series: Wesley Lowery full af5eb873-a149-4702-b6f0-c22aed770e92 https://share.transistor.fm/s/9b958e61 Mon, 26 Oct 2020 20:07:36 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 2630 The State Hornet hosted its first ever live Twitch event last week: the Hornet Speaker Series of virtual Q&A sessions. Wesley Lowery, a Pulitzer Prize winner, author of “They Can't Kill Us All: Ferguson, Baltimore, and a New Era in America's Racial Justice Movement” and creator of The Washington Post’s “Fatal Force” project, spoke to Sacramento State journalism students Monday, Oct. 18. Lowery spoke about the role of a journalist in today’s world, how to find and build trust with sources and what journalists can do to increase media literacy and build a relationship with their audience. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod The State Hornet hosted its first ever live Twitch event last week: the Hornet Speaker Series of virtual Q&A sessions. Wesley Lowery, a Pulitzer Prize winner, author of “They Can't Kill Us All: Ferguson, Baltimore, and a New Era in America's Racial No SPOTLIGHT: Electoral activist Dann Mead analyzes ballot measures and propositions 4 4 SPOTLIGHT: Electoral activist Dann Mead analyzes ballot measures and propositions full 65653875-7d09-45f1-a1bf-25cc312cea07 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5f279a05 Experts explain: California propositions, what they’ll cost

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Comstock’s Magazine article by State Hornet multimedia editor Sara Nevis featuring Mead

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Comstock’s Magazine article by State Hornet multimedia editor Sara Nevis featuring Mead

]]> Tue, 20 Oct 2020 19:37:27 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1579 This week on State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast editor Robbie Pierce talks with Dann Mead, the co-founder of the Racial Harmony Project recently featured in a Comstock’s Magazine article by State Hornet multimedia editor Sara Nevis for his electoral activism, about the 2020 ballot measures and propositions and how they might affect Sacramento residents. Both Pierce and Mead recommend giving Ballotpedia a read after listening to the podcast and before voting. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod This week on State Hornet: Spotlight, podcast editor Robbie Pierce talks with Dann Mead, the co-founder of the Racial Harmony Project recently featured in a Comstock’s Magazine article by State Hornet multimedia editor Sara Nevis for his electoral activis No SPOTLIGHT: President Nelsen talks campus reopening, student fees, future commencements 3 3 SPOTLIGHT: President Nelsen talks campus reopening, student fees, future commencements full a38481a4-2e3d-40f5-8c94-aa3028be7ae5 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5399c922 Tue, 29 Sep 2020 10:50:41 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1830 On this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight, Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen talks to State Hornet podcast editor Robbie Pierce and editor-in-chief Max Connor about when and how campus might reopen, the reasons student tuition and fees have not been reduced, the future of commencement ceremonies, when sports will return and more. Nelsen also talks about his personal history, from growing up on a ranch in Montana to being forced to apply for a college scholarship as part of a punishment from his English teacher in high school. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3918-inspired License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ On this episode of State Hornet: Spotlight, Sacramento State President Robert Nelsen talks to State Hornet podcast editor Robbie Pierce and editor-in-chief Max Connor about when and how campus might reopen, the reasons student tuition and fees have not be No SPOTLIGHT: Onit Coffee founder Shadi Khattab on how to brew a business 2 2 SPOTLIGHT: Onit Coffee founder Shadi Khattab on how to brew a business full b7fba8ac-ed34-4942-bed3-5fffef49a564 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ff087f22 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:40:53 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 1169 State Hornet reporters Chanelle Muerong and Garry Singh bring you another episode of the State Hornet: Spotlight audio profile series, this time featuring Sac State business alumnus and Onit Coffee CEO Shadi Khattab. Khattab discusses the role coffee played in his family life, how and why he founded a coffee truck, how he’s grown his business through social media marketing, his plans for expansion and more. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3918-inspired License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ State Hornet reporters Chanelle Muerong and Garry Singh bring you another episode of the State Hornet: Spotlight audio profile series, this time featuring Sac State business alumnus and Onit Coffee CEO Shadi Khattab. Khattab discusses the role coffee No SPOTLIGHT: Voice of Youth founder Berry Accius discusses activism, police defunding 1 1 SPOTLIGHT: Voice of Youth founder Berry Accius discusses activism, police defunding full 4c981d0d-36c4-44cf-b6bc-62ebf2bfe7e2 https://share.transistor.fm/s/ce281631 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 11:38:27 -0700 The State Hornet The State Hornet 2219 On the first episode of our new State Hornet: Spotlight audio profile series, multimedia reporter Sara Nevis talks with local father, activist and chef Berry Accius to discuss his personal history and views on activism, what more he feels needs to be done following the shooting death of Zarrie Allen, the need for follow-through and community initiatives within activist spaces, what “defund the police” truly means and more. Music: Inspired by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3918-inspired License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ On the first episode of our new State Hornet: Spotlight audio profile series, multimedia reporter Sara Nevis talks with local father, activist and chef Berry Accius to discuss his personal history and views on activism, what more he feels needs to be done No