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Celebrating 20 years, Sac State’s Tsakopoulos Hellenic Collection is a destination and resource for worldwide scholars

Originally published July 18, 2024, by Sacramento State University Communications The Tsakopoulos Hellenic Collection is celebrating a major milestone: 20 years at Sacramento State. A part of the University Library’s Donald and Beverly Gerth Special Collections and University Archives, the collection has … Continue reading

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Dean’s Award 2024 – Through thick and thin, Deaf Studies graduate Taylor Longmire is dedicated to her cause

Originally published May 13, 2024, by Sacramento State University Communications For Taylor Longmire, the path to a degree has not been straight and narrow. As the saying goes, however, the journey is often just as important as the destination. At … Continue reading

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Dean’s Award 2024 – Civil Engineering and Mathematics graduate Anna Babchanik found a formula for success through community

Originally published May 13, 2024, by Sacramento State University Communications Solving equations and exploring dams may not sound like fun activities for some, but they bring Anna Babchanik a world of joy. As early as grade school, she knew she … Continue reading

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Margaret Washington, retired professor of history and bestselling author, receives Distinguished Service Award

Originally published Oct. 19, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications Margaret Washington always knew what she would do with her life. “I’m a teacher. That’s just what I’ve always wanted to do,” she said. “I had two younger brothers, and … Continue reading

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Bob Olsen, who helped make Sac State’s Construction Management program successful, named Honorary Alumnus

Originally published Oct. 19, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications Bob Olsen did not attend Sacramento State, but he is part of the Hornet Family. In the early 2000s, Olsen and other industry pioneers were instrumental in growing the University’s Construction … Continue reading

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Electrical and Electronic Engineering classes focus on active learning to address equity gaps

Originally published Sept. 19, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications Sacramento State’s Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) department is taking a new approach to some of its key courses as it aims to reduce equity gaps, increase enrollment and improve … Continue reading

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Public art project brightens parts of Folsom Boulevard, strengthens Sac State’s ‘anchor’ ties

Originally published June 22, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications A new project is bringing more color to a stretch of Folsom Boulevard. Art wraps designed by Sacramento State students now adorn six city-owned utility boxes on Folsom between Power … Continue reading

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Graduate student works to improve disability culture, create inclusive spaces and community

Originally published May 15, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications Rachel Stewart lives by and has built a career around the phrase “nothing about us, without us” — a longstanding mantra of the disability community. The saying encompasses the idea … Continue reading

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Dean’s Award 2023 – Holly Wilson uses triumph over her struggles to help others cope

Originally published May 5, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications For people who grow up experiencing trauma – whether physical or mental – learning to cope can be a long process. Support systems for the traumatized are crucial. Creating such … Continue reading

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Dean’s Award 2023 – Powering through problems leads to honors for Brennan Beell

Originally published May 5, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications When it comes to higher education, using brute force as an approach to learning might not be the first idea that comes to mind. That method, however, worked best for … Continue reading

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