For the past two weeks the student-made T-LogoQube satellite has been orbiting the Earth, exploring new territory for the Sonoma State science and mathematics departments. 

For the past two weeks the student-made T-LogoQube satellite has been orbiting the Earth, exploring new territory for the Sonoma State science and mathematics departments. 

In an effort to combat the rising costs of tuition in America, President Barack Obama’s public education policy is being put on full display during four open forums. The first occurred last Wednesday at California State University Dominguez Hills. 

Every fiscal year Congress passes a spending bill that is vital in allowing the government to function. This year, however, House Republicans have refused to vote on the bill unless it includes cuts to the health program ObamaCare. Senate Democrats rejected the demands, leaving the issue a stalemate and thousands of people, including SSU students, out of luck.

The California State University Board of Trustees met last week and discussed multiple topics, including plans to increase student success by avoiding barriers that are slowing down graduation rates.

“There are always risks in taking action, but there are also risks with inaction,” said Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel to the House Committee of Foreign Affairs on Sept. 4. The subject of discussion was the role the U.S. would play in Syria, after fighting reached a critical point on Aug. 21, when President Bashar al-Asaad used chemical weapons to kill hundreds of civilians.

This summer, like any other, audiences lined up to see the biggest, most anticipated movies.