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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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Sac State, and here’s why: Vira Sypyuk

Originally published online June 15, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications. Published previously in our physical 75th anniversary Sac State magazine. When Russia invaded eastern Ukraine in 2014, Vira Sypyuk and her husband saw no future for their daughter in … Continue reading

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Sac State, and here’s why: Aissatou Fall

Originally published online June 15, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications. Published previously in our physical 75th anniversary Sac State magazine. The trees, culture, and diversity at Sac State connected immediately with Aissatou Awa Erykah Fall when her sister took … Continue reading

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On walls and elsewhere, campus comes alive with public art

Originally published online June 15, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications. Published previously in our physical 75th anniversary Sac State magazine. You might say art is in the air at Sac State, but actually, it is on the walls, and … Continue reading

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Campus and community rally behind historic Hornet football team

Originally published online June 15, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications. Published previously in our physical 75th anniversary Sac State magazine. It was a season – actually a remarkable stretch of seasons – Sacramento State football fans will not soon … Continue reading

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President, students reflect on another record-breaking Commencement

Originally published May 23, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications The familiar purple beam that has lighted many a night sky over Golden 1 Center was absent, but smiles from thousands of green and gold-clad graduates shone bright during this … 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 – 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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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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Seven top graduates receive Deans’ Awards, and two are honored with President’s Medal

Originally published May 5, 2023, by Sacramento State University Communications Every year, the dean of each of Sacramento State’s seven academic colleges bestows a prestigious award upon a student who stands out academically, professionally, and personally. Recipients of the Deans’ … Continue reading

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