Skip to Main Content
The Student News Site of Sonoma State University

Sonoma State Star

The Student News Site of Sonoma State University

Sonoma State Star

The Student News Site of Sonoma State University

Sonoma State Star

Sheriff Deputy gets new weapon

Carson Field, Staff Writer January 7, 2020

The phrase “A dog is a man’s best friend” has taken a new meaning for Sheriff's Deputy, George Minaglia, and his crime-fighting K-9, Vito. The two-year-old Belgian Malinois first came to the police station in August where Vito and Minaglia bonded instantly.

Local Brewery Beer Name Creates Controversy with PG&E

Carson Field, Staff Writer January 7, 2020

Shady Oak Barrel House receives unexpected backlash from many after news spread of the local brewery’s new beer named “F---PG&E”. 

West Coast first responders band together to fight Kincade Fire

Carson Field, Staff Writer January 7, 2020

The blaze erupted viciously and suddenly on October 23, driving many to evacuate and sending others into panic as they prepared themselves for another fire.

Sonoma State University Students Serve Firefighters and Evacuees on Local Coffee Truck

Carson Field, Staff Writer January 7, 2020

This past week, a couple of Sonoma State University students were able to serve complimentary coffee to Sonoma County evacuees and firefighters battling the Kincade fire. These students currently work at Dutch Bros Coffee and teamed with the owner in order to serve those who were evacuating and serving the county. 

Graton tribe to donate 2.85 million to Sonoma State nature preserve

Carson Field, Staff Writer January 7, 2020

The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria are donating $2.85 million to Sonoma State University, aiding in the restoration of the university’s Fairfield Osborn Preserve. The Fairfield Osborn Preserve, soon to be renamed the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Learning Center, will provide environmental and educational learning experiences for all.

exc-5daf5de08dde7d006299c25e

Graton tribe to donate 2.85 million to Sonoma State nature preserve

Carson Field, Staff Writer October 22, 2019

The Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria are donating $2.85 million to Sonoma State University, aiding in the restoration of the university’s Fairfield Osborn Preserve.

exc-5da61aef62d9b54494e66989

Phi Delta Theta ranks top five in philanthropy effort

Carson Field, Staff Writer October 15, 2019

Sonoma State University’s very own fraternity, Phi Delta Theta Cal Sigma, commonly known as “Phi Delt”, raised over twenty thousand dollars to help fight Cystic Fibrosis.

exc-5d9d3e1f50bbcc20556363c4

Sonoma State’s WATER program aids in fire relief

Carson Field, Staff Writer October 9, 2019

Since the fires of Fall 2017, Sonoma State University’s WATERS Program has teamed up with organizations across Sonoma County to aid in the restoration and preventative planning. WATERS is short for Watershed Academics To Increase Regional Sustainability.

Calm down with Croch-ayy on campus

Carson Field, Staff Writer September 25, 2019

Stressed out and looking for a way to wind down and relieve some stress? Croch-Ayy is the perfect place.

exc-5d817d7690e8e0642e8b5d77

Phi Delta Theta brings light to cystic fibrosis

Carson Field, Staff Writer September 18, 2019

Coming soon to Sonoma State University’s campus is Phi Delta Theta Cal Sigma’s 20th annual Teeter Totter philanthropy event. 


exc-5d78525138313f671dba2a92

It’s A Guy Thing enlightens, brings awareness

Carson Field, Staff Writer September 11, 2019

It’s A Guy Thing is a place for all genders to have casual conversation about what it is truly like to be a man in today’s world.

exc-5d6f1626ef8ce30001d2c833

Sonoma State puts on a beach cleaning event

Carson Field, Staff Writer September 4, 2019

Get ready because on Sun., Sept. 8 Sonoma State University will be hosting a beach cleanup and bonfire at San Francisco’s Ocean Beach.


Load More Stories
Donate to Sonoma State Star