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Honorary doctorate recognizes lifelong educator’s dedication to ensure the Holocaust is never forgotten

Originally published April 13, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications Elizabeth “Liz” Igra was 4 years old at the start of World War II. “I lost all my family,” said Igra, who was born in Krakow, Poland. “First, my father … Continue reading

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Drop-off and pick-up zones for rideshares and buses latest additions to Sac State’s alternative transportation options

Originally published Feb. 6, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications With climate change worsening, many are looking to alternative transportation methods — anything other than a single-occupancy, gas-powered vehicle — to help lessen environmental impacts. At Sacramento State, that’s a … Continue reading

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Construction Management program celebrates 50 years amid successful partnership with industry

Originally published Nov. 30, 2022, by Sacramento State University Communications In 1972, Don McLean’s “American Pie” was making music lovers smile, NASA was launching its space shuttle program, and Atari’s Pong video game was bouncing into arcades. At Sacramento State, … Continue reading

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Distinguished Alumni: Retired city executive Francesca Halbakken’s 35 years of public service leave a lasting legacy

Originally published Oct. 11, 2022, by Sacramento State University Communications If you live in the Sacramento area, chances are you are familiar with Francesca Halbakken’s work and not even aware of it. Though she has spent much of her career … Continue reading

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Distinguished Alumni: Rising Star Liku T. Amadi found community, Black excellence at Sac State

Originally published Oct. 11, 2022, by Sacramento State University Communications When Liku T. Amadi came to Sacramento State, it was the first time she had been away from home. “I had to definitely learn discipline when it came to studies … Continue reading

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New ECS Dean Kevan Shafizadeh has plans for expansion, community partnerships

Originally published July 28, 2022, by Sacramento State University Communications When Kevan Shafizadeh, Sacramento State’s new dean of the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS), began his journey into higher education as a student, he wasn’t even sure he … Continue reading

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