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The Wolves Den on Sonoma State’s campus.

A quiet crisis in SSU athletics

Kaili Spooner, Staff Writer December 8, 2024

Being a collegiate athlete comes with its perks—scholarship opportunities, everlasting friendships and memories with teammates, high-level competition, new travel experiences, and more. And with all...

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Trump won. Now what?

STAR Editorial Board November 7, 2024

There is no way to sugarcoat that we are living in confusing, scary unprecedented circumstances. What was supposed to be a celebration of potentially the first woman of color president and a glimmer of...

Protesters outside of Stevenson Hall

‘XX Does Not Equal XY’: Students Protest Against Turning Point USA’s Anti-Trans Event

Austin Metzger, Contributing Writer October 28, 2024

Many students came together to protest the ‘Real Women's Day’ event hosted by the right-wing student organization Turning Points USA on campus on Oct. 10.  The ‘Real Women’s Day’ touted itself...

Tensions rise in Measure J debate at Central Santa Rosa library

Tensions rise in Measure J debate at Central Santa Rosa library

Austin Metzger, Contributing writer October 8, 2024

Despite some laughter, discussion, and frustration in the audience at moments, the debate on Measure J on Wednesday occurred without incident.  Proponents and opponents of Measure J met Wednesday,...

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SSU Chief Planning Officer retires after 24 years

Mario Pometta, Staff Reporter September 22, 2024

After serving as Chief Planning Officer here at Sonoma State for over two decades, Christopher Dinno officially retired in June of this year. Since his start here at SSU, Christopher oversaw facility and...

At-home COVID tests are helpful in reducing the spread of the virus

The new COVID-19 vaccine: To get or not to get?

Andrew Curry, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

On Aug. 22, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced the approval of a new Novavax COVID vaccine, as well as updated versions of the Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna vaccines. According to NPR, this...

Attendees watch as presenter Daniel More holds a live python

‘Safari Encounters’ event at SSU brings wildlife up close for students

Natalie Re, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

Sonoma State University’s Associated Students hosted its “Safari Encounters” event on Aug. 27. In a display of educational entertainment “Safari Encounters,” transformed the Student Center’s...

Seawolves reveal hidden gems on campus

Marc Duran, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

Sonoma State University has a broad selection of gorgeous sites and unknown spots that make campus life truly excellent, although many new/transfer students may be unaware of it. Whether you’re searching...

Audience members watch The Beach Boys' opening number

The Beach Boys perform at Green Music Center

Amanda Davis, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

The Beach Boys’ Endless Summer Gold tour performed to a large turnout at Sonoma State’s Green Music Center on Wednesday, Aug. 23. The concert’s audience was comprised of a wide range of attendees,...

Kaleb Quartararo and Nick Loudermilk give their insight on college life

A day in the life of a college student

Daric Curry, Staff Reporter September 22, 2024

Q: How do you balance your school responsibilities with your social life and any extracurricular activities?  Quartararo: “I can do this by creating a calendar and planning my week in advance on...

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Can the 49ers’ new contract propel them to the Super Bowl?

Quinn Manning, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

The San Francisco 49ers finalized their 53-man roster on Tuesday, Aug. 28. Many stars for the team will be returning for the season. Trent Williams and Brandon Aiyuk got new contracts and will remain with...

A ‘Vote Yes on J’ Billboard on Santa Rosa Avenue

Measure J sparks controversy in Sonoma County

Tess Wilkinson, Staff Writer September 22, 2024

Is protecting economic profitability and big business more important than protecting the environment, public health, and animal welfare? Some opposition to Sonoma County’s citizen-proposed ballot initiative,...

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