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President Mike Lee retires amid agreeing to pro-Palestinian protestors' demands
President Mike Lee retires amid agreeing to pro-Palestinian protestors’ demands
May 18, 2024
The encampment began on Friday, April 26, and has grown since.
SSU English professors voice support as encampment continues to grow
May 14, 2024
Kermena Yousif is one of five students speaking at commencement
Behind the podium: Meet this year’s commencement speakers
April 30, 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
[Both photos courtesy of sonoma.edu] Ming-Ting "Mike" Lee stepped in as the new SSU president following Sakaki's resignation in July 2022
Graduating students reflect on change in presidency at SSU
April 30, 2024
SSU should protect students' right to protest
SSU should protect students’ right to protest
May 2, 2024
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SSU 2024 graduates face an uncertain job and housing market
April 30, 2024
Counting the dollars: understanding the true cost of graduation celebrations
Counting the dollars: understanding the true cost of graduation celebrations
April 30, 2024
The six current academic schools will be condensed into three by July 1, 2024.
Campus reorganization moving forward despite faculty pushback
March 11, 2024
Students often turn to social media for their news updates.
Social media can be no help with current events
November 28, 2023
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
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
Courtesy// Azucena Sarah
The long-awaited walk of the class of 2024
April 30, 2024
The impact of global conflict on our collective mental health
The impact of global conflict on our collective mental health
May 7, 2024
Upcoming senior Amanda Ripic.
The excitement and fears of the upcoming seniors
May 7, 2024
The outside of Simmer.
A taste of Vietnam in Rohnert Park
May 7, 2024
Candice C. Jones and Chief of Police Nader Oweis pose for a photo after the event.
Breaking through barriers: ‘Conversations with Black and Brown in Blue’
April 30, 2024
Avoid fast-fashion in your summer wardrobe
Avoid fast-fashion in your summer wardrobe
April 30, 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
So I have an Arts degree, now what?
April 30, 2024
Ash Gregorio beside one of her paintings at the BFA Exhibition
BFA Exhibit showcases student artwork
April 30, 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
Seawolves swing back into action: Women’s Golf takes third place at SSU Spring Invite
May 14, 2024
Courtesy | Evan Roehrig The men’s golf team posing for a team picture.
Men’s golf places second at CCAA Championship
April 30, 2024
Courtesy | Sonoma State FSL Phi Delta Theta and Alpha Xi Delta hold their trophies as they pose for a winners picture.
Greek chapters compete in “Greek Olympics”
April 30, 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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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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