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Mertens Dairy Farm in Sonoma County. Used with permission by Coalition to End Factory Farming
Measure J organizers say it’s not the end, but only the beginning
December 7, 2024
Photo from 2016. SSU Students protest Trump's presidency. // STAR
Sonoma State community shares fear, acceptance of new Trump presidency
December 7, 2024
Zoe Rosenberg rescuing Petunia from a Perdue’s Petaluma Poultry slaughterhouse. Used with permission by Zoe Rosenberg with DxE.
Activists face harsh penalties for exposing cruelty
December 7, 2024
(From left to right: Tess Wilkinson, Albert Levine, Rep. Mike Thompson, Ally Valiente, Kate Williams. Not pictured: Christian Core) Photo by Lauren Ott
Rep. Mike Thompson interviewed by Star staff at SSU
December 7, 2024
Jeff Keating // Courtesy of Sonoma.edu
A Press Conference with Jeffery Keating, SSU’s Strategic Communications VP
October 28, 2024
Ally Valiente | Canva
Trump won. Now what?
November 7, 2024
A flyer for a community potluck posted by SSU Students for Justice in Palestine on Instagram last August. In September, organizers of the event received warnings for violation of the Time Place Manner policy.
Free speech or suppression?
October 28, 2024
Sonoma State Students for Justice in Palestine protesting during last year's commencement ceremony following Mike Lee's absence (May. 18, 2024)
Insubordination or Integrity? The Impact of Mike Lee’s Departure on Sonoma State
September 17, 2024
SSU should protect students' right to protest
SSU should protect students’ right to protest
May 2, 2024
Sylvia P. Photography | Courtesy
SSU 2024 graduates face an uncertain job and housing market
April 30, 2024
Seawolves reveal hidden gems on campus
September 22, 2024
Kaleb Quartararo and Nick Loudermilk give their insight on college life
A day in the life of a college student
September 22, 2024
Intramural activities provide a sense of community through sports
Intramural activities provide a sense of community through sports
May 14, 2024
2024 grads share their post-grad plans
May 14, 2024
COURTESY // Taneesha Porter
Taneesha Porter reflects on her time at SSU
May 14, 2024
Courtesy I Sonoma State Athletics The Wolves Den on Sonoma State’s campus.
A quiet crisis in SSU athletics
December 8, 2024
Scrolling on Instagram // Photo by Tess Wilkinson
Phone-free School Act, Newsom responds to an epidemic of youth smartphone addiction
December 7, 2024
Sonoma County Main Adult Detention Facilities
Proposition 36 seeks to reverse years of progress
October 28, 2024
The Presidential Debate live on TV.
Harris-Trump Debate Recap
September 23, 2024
Courtesy | Flickr
Can the 49ers’ new contract propel them to the Super Bowl?
September 22, 2024
Attendees watch as presenter Daniel More holds a live python
‘Safari Encounters’ event at SSU brings wildlife up close for students
September 22, 2024
Audience members watch The Beach Boys' opening number
The Beach Boys perform at Green Music Center
September 22, 2024
A dancer in motion at SSU’s Spring Dance
Student choreographers present dances at spring showcase
May 14, 2024
"WARNING: No Lifeguard of Duty!" by Angela Hauser
SSU Art department installs sculpture walk on campus
May 14, 2024
The Tortured Poets Department" vinyl plays on SSU library turntable
Taylor Swift polarizes audiences with new album
May 14, 2024
Courtesy I Sonoma State Athletics The Wolves Den on Sonoma State’s campus.
A quiet crisis in SSU athletics
December 8, 2024
Sonoma State Athletics | Courtesy The new Sonoma State head coach Jacob Garsev is eager to build a new winning culture
New SSU baseball coach eager to build new culture
September 22, 2024
SSU intramural basketball game last semester at the campus recreation basketball court LA.
Let the games begin: Intramural sports season starts at SSU
September 22, 2024
courtesy | Leilani Hallman
“What I was meant to do:” Kinesiology graduate starts career as a neuro exercise specialist
May 16, 2024
Paul Gutierrez reporting live. Courtesy | Paul Gutierrez
Words of Wisdom from Sports Journalist Paul Gutierrez
May 15, 2024
Arthur Jones, fourth-year statistics major, Juan Maggi, fourth-year statistics major, Matt Pitchford, fourth-year math education major, Pierce Rexford, fourth-year statistics major, and Brandon Keck, fourth-year statistics major. Lobo’s restaurant is their favorite place to go on campus to enjoy each other's company and good food.
Sonoma State students’ favorite spots on campus
May 14, 2024
Students for Justice in Palestine set up protest encampment at Sonoma State
Students for Justice in Palestine set up protest encampment at Sonoma State
April 30, 2024
I can’t play Call of Duty anymore
April 2, 2024
CFA Members and Faculty along Rohnert Park Expressway on Jan 22.
CSU faculty strike for better working conditions
January 23, 2024
Students, faculty protest tuition hikes and working conditions
Students, faculty protest tuition hikes and working conditions
October 23, 2023
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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the STAR

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March 3, 2021
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[Photo] So long 2020, don't let the door hit you on the way out

December 1, 2020
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[Photo] Vote, and let your voice be heard

November 3, 2020
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Influencers gain popularity during the pandemic

Taylor Clark, Staff Writer
October 21, 2020
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[Photo] Protecting the public, ‘The Social Dilemma’

October 21, 2020
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‘Savage X Fenty,’ a celebration of body types, ends with an apology

Katelyn Dodge, Staff Writers
October 15, 2020
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Title IX training or triggering?

Sonoma State Star
October 6, 2020
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[Photo] Let's not rush into things

September 1, 2020
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Under-the-radar entertainment apps worthy of your download

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
April 28, 2020
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Americans can now add ‘essential service’ to lengthy list of WWE descriptors

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
April 21, 2020
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Beyond the music celebrity: talk-show hosts provide personalized relief experience

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
April 15, 2020
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Fashion Industry’s response to Coronavirus reigns proactive, though future largely uncertain

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
March 31, 2020

Noise violation fines to be raised, impacting off campus students

Editorial Board
March 5, 2020
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‘The Improvaholics’ campus comedy club amuses students in challenging PG-rated show

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
March 4, 2020
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College textbook conspiracy

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
February 26, 2020
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Seawolv Speak: How did you spend your Valentines Day?

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
February 19, 2020
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Succulent pot designing at Saturday DIY Night

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
February 12, 2020
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25% off all Nike and Under Armour gear at the University Store

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
February 5, 2020
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[Photo] Drugs cut with synthetic opioids threaten users in The Bay

January 30, 2020
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37th annual Holocaust and Genocide lecture series comes to campus

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
January 29, 2020

Art Exhibit on campus

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
January 20, 2020

Student Spotlight: Gaby Davila

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
January 20, 2020

Buy a Blendid Smoothie

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
January 20, 2020

Come kick it with Kappa

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
January 20, 2020

Oksoberfest brings awareness about alcoholism

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
October 23, 2019
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Come down to the drive-in movie night

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
October 15, 2019
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Pick up your paddles for the ping pong tournament

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
October 9, 2019
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Enjoy “Escape Rooms” with Seawolf Living

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
October 2, 2019
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Hub hosts Latinx Community and Ally Lunch

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
September 25, 2019

How Sonoma State is combatting rape culture

Editorial Board
September 25, 2019

Emergency Leadership Retreat comes to campus

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
September 17, 2019
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Students get to see club life at the Student Involvement Fair

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
September 11, 2019
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Seawolves SPEAK! “What Are Your Academic Goals For The Semester?”

Jessica Sias, Staff Writer
September 4, 2019
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SSU recognized as a top transfer school

Julianna Ferrara, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019

Hate speech becomes hate crime

Editorial Board
November 14, 2018
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[Photo] Rebuilding after disasters may be ill-advised

October 24, 2018
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