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Live Breaking News: Sonoma State Administration violates restraining order, according to law firm
April 29, 2025
The California Faculty Association marched to give Interim President Emily Cutrer a banker's box with a "pink slip" so she can "clean out her desk" on April 17 following the "no-confidence" vote.
“No-confidence” for SSU administration, CSU chancellor
April 20, 2025
Sonoma State men's basketball team practice in Dec. 2024.
Court halts academic program cuts at SSU, athletics remain on the chopping block
April 20, 2025
Sonoma State Recreation Center. Courtesy of Wikimedia Commons.
“Bridge to the Future”: SSU’s Vision for Sustainable, Smarter, Stronger Campus
April 20, 2025
Courtesy of Free Malaysia Today (EPA Images). Civil servants and supporters of the department of education rally outside the department in Washington.
Sonoma State Students face uncertain financial future amid dismantling of Department of Education
April 8, 2025
Courtesy | Free Malaysia Today
Trump calls bacon and eggs “too abstract and degenerate filth” in new Truth Social Post
April 28, 2025
The State Department is spying on students
The State Department is spying on students
March 31, 2025
10 Steps for Dismantling your University and continuing Institutionalized Racism; a handbook
10 Steps for Dismantling your University and continuing Institutionalized Racism; a handbook
March 11, 2025
The Instagram post from North Bay Organizing Project
ICE Confirmed in Sonoma County
March 6, 2025
Sonoma State Interim President Emily Cutrer answers questions from the Sonoma State Star editors and staff. 1/4
Q&A with the President
February 27, 2025
Students meet wild animals during safari encounters event
Students meet wild animals during safari encounters event
April 26, 2025
Stress Reduction Yoga with Doshia | Courtesy of Campus Recreation at Sonoma State University
Stress reduction yoga: you probably need it
April 25, 2025
SSU hosts Lego building event for Disability Awareness Month
SSU hosts Lego building event for Disability Awareness Month
April 23, 2025
Redwood bikeshare bike rack at the SSU Student Center on 4/6/2025
New affordable public transit options arrive at Sonoma State University
April 9, 2025
Sonoma State students have spoken, now let's take action
Sonoma State students have spoken, now let’s take action
March 27, 2025
Last games at Oakland Coliseum
The fall of the Oakland sports empire
April 27, 2025
“Save our sonoma” fliers appeared across campus, calling students to advocate for the school at the legislative forum on April 14.
Chancellor García must bail SSU out, or go down with the ship
April 27, 2025
A bold display of Bay Area pride: San Francisco Giants and Las Vegas Raiders hats surround a 2010 World Series Champions pennant.
The best region for professional sports teams: The Bay Area
April 20, 2025
Oligarchic political power shapes US education systems
Oligarchic political power shapes US education systems
April 10, 2025
Immigration under Trump is just the tip of the ICE-berg
Immigration under Trump is just the tip of the ICE-berg
April 8, 2025
Courtesy of Gustavo Pimentel Perez | From left to right: Samuel Strong (violin), Miranda Ronan (violin), Andy Ting (viola), Ella Hoffman (cello)
Hard work takes center stage at music department recital
April 28, 2025
Stress Reduction Yoga with Doshia | Courtesy of Campus Recreation at Sonoma State University
Stress reduction yoga: you probably need it
April 25, 2025
Gallery main room after an artistt's talk on Feb. 27.
One of the last BFA gallery exhibits!
April 25, 2025
SSU Ceramics studio // Courtesy of art.sonoma.edu
Art students react with concern as CSU continues with plans to integrate AI
March 25, 2025
The dance piece 'Anchored', choreographed by Christine Cali and Kristen Daley // Photo courtesy of James Wirth
Beyond the stage: Christine Cali
March 16, 2025
Ava Paquin hurls in a strike during her-no-hitter against Cal State San Marcos.
Sonoma State to host 2025 CCAA softball tournament
April 29, 2025
SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JULY 9: Jaylen Wells #0 of the Memphis Grizzlies is hugged by DeJon Jarreau #77 after scoring the game-winning basket at the buzzer during their NBA Summer League game against the Philadelphia 76ers at the Delta Center on July 9, 2024 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photographer, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement.(Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)
Jaylen Wells out for season after injury
April 25, 2025
Inside the lawsuit: A conversation with the athletes taking on SSU
Inside the lawsuit: A conversation with the athletes taking on SSU
April 9, 2025
Photo courtesy of SSU Athletics
Softball struggles to find consistency
March 27, 2025
Photo courtesy of SSU Athletics
Talia Gutman stars for SSU golf
March 27, 2025
Voices from the community
Voices from the community
March 15, 2025
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
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Time capsule uncovered during Stevenson renovation

Sierra Harvey, staff writer
November 3, 2021

COVID-19 vaccine mandate for schools met with protests

Isabel Epstein, Staff Writer
October 27, 2021
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[Photo] Student Spotlight: Alexandra Giovanetti

April 17, 2019

El Salvador in Sonoma: Pupuseria Salvadorena Review

Julianna Ferrara, Staff Writer
April 17, 2019

Stranger than fiction: ‘The Act’ review

Marissa Ugarte, Staff Writer
April 2, 2019

Marvel’s girl-powered ‘Captain Marvel’ hits: Review

Will Hahn, Staff Writer
March 13, 2019

Remembering a controversial figure: Commentary

Aaron Waskowiak, Staff Writer
February 27, 2019

Los Angeles orchestra coming to Weill Hall

Garrett Kitchen, Staff Writer
February 20, 2019
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Behind the scenes at the SSU costuming department

Kaylie Boettner, Staff Writer
February 20, 2019
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[Photo] ‘Sweeney Todd’ hits the stage this week

February 6, 2019
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Student Spotlight of the Week: Ryan Harvey

Jacob Loher, Staff Writer
February 6, 2019
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The Grinch might steal your heart instead of Christmas this year

Kathleen Perry, Staff Writer
December 5, 2018
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[Photo] New Netflix Series is 'Fright Filled'

November 15, 2018
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[Photo] The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina

November 7, 2018
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[Photo] Student Spotlight: Natasha Potts

October 24, 2018
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[Photo] SSU alum shares his secrets to success

October 10, 2018
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Facing backlash from her own movement

Nina Lopez, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
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“A simple favor”

Kathleen Perry, Staff Writer
September 26, 2018
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[Photo] “Shameless” returns with Season 9

September 19, 2018
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[Photo] Nicki Minaj's album sales not as expected for "Queen"

September 10, 2018
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‘The Week Of’ retells cliche storyline with little change

Kathleen Perry, Staff Writer
May 1, 2018
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[Photo] Krasinski’s storytelling keeps audiences on edge

April 11, 2018
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Easiness of memes engages more voices

Kathleen Perry, Staff Writer
April 3, 2018
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Cable television’s relevance continues to decline

Sierra Sorrentino, Staff Writer
March 13, 2018
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Drake sets new bar with “Scary Hours”

Madison Villalobos, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018

Weighing the cost of festivals

Renee Rodgers, Staff Writer
February 6, 2018
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The “Gaurdians” return for volume two

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
May 8, 2017
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Gorillaz returnz after six years with “Humanz”

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
May 1, 2017
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Movie Review: Power Rangers

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 24, 2017
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“Ghost in the Shell” under represented and unoriginal

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 24, 2017
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“The Promised Neverland” to be the next big thing

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 24, 2017
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“Doctor Who” makes long-awaited return

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 17, 2017
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“Archer” takes on a new twist for season eight

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 10, 2017
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“Logan,” the film Wolverine fans have been waiting for

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
March 7, 2017
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Oscars mix-up reveals big win for “Moonlight”

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 28, 2017
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Curzon’s Corner: A not so “Great Wall”

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 20, 2017
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Curzon’s Corner: “The Lego Batman Movie”

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 14, 2017
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Top five web comics

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 7, 2017
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Curzon’s Corner: “Lemony Snicket’s A Series of Unfortunate Events”

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 1, 2017
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“Moana” makes a splash

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
December 6, 2016
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“Arrival” portrays disconnect on an extreme level

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
November 15, 2016
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Why “death of the author” needs to die

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
November 8, 2016
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“The Walking Dead” makes ultra-violent return

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 31, 2016
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Top Halloween Cult Favorites

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 24, 2016
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Campus MovieFest rolls out the red carpet

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 17, 2016
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‘The Girl on the Train’ takes audiences for a wild ride

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 10, 2016
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Luke Cage joins the Netflix family

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 3, 2016
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‘The Magnificent Seven’ lives up to its name

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
September 26, 2016
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‘South Park’ season premiere disappoints

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
September 19, 2016
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Children’s shows introduce LGBT characters

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
September 12, 2016
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“Star Trek” celebrates 50 years: Top 5 “Star Trek” episodes

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
September 5, 2016
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“Cursed Child” brings nostalgia for Harry Potter fans

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
August 30, 2016
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‘Civil War’ knows how to use a shared universe

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
May 10, 2016
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Cinenoma’s best: Bria Gabor, Best Actress

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
May 3, 2016
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‘Game of Thrones’ season six premiered and we still know nothing

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 26, 2016
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‘The Jungle Book’ swings into top spot at the box office

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 19, 2016
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Sanders vs Clinton: Is there a clear winner?

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 12, 2016

‘The Walking Dead’ airs frustrating finale, leaves fans hanging

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
April 6, 2016

Recent sexual assaults at Sonoma State University raise questions

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
March 29, 2016
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A fresh look on Disney classics

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
March 8, 2016
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‘Gods of Egypt’: lazy, dull and unconvincing

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
March 1, 2016
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‘Deadpool’ could be a trailblazer

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 23, 2016

‘Pokémon’ Celebrates it’s 20th Anniversary

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 16, 2016
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‘Hail, Caesar!’ provides irrelevant fun

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 9, 2016
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Star Wars: The force is strong with episode VII

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
February 2, 2016
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Marvel shows a more mature side

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
December 15, 2015
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Howard makes a ripple, not a splash

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
December 15, 2015
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Jesus Garcia and his six to 15 seconds of fame

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
December 8, 2015
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Chill out, ‘Star Wars’ fans

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
November 17, 2015
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Cinematography unshaken, storyline absurd

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
November 10, 2015
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Bet on casino night to be a win

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
November 3, 2015
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Haunted Halloween happenings

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 27, 2015

Campus Movie Fest awards student filmmakers

Sean Curzon, Staff Writer
October 20, 2015
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