A selection of recent stories about the San Francisco State University community that have appeared in the media.
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Professor of American Indian Studies Andrew Jolivette spoke on a panel about racism and white supremacy. San Francisco Aids Foundation 12/21/17
SF State is one of five universities partnering with Toyota to study how drivers respond to new vehicle technology. Fender Bender 12/21/17Ratchet & Wrench 12/20/17 ; Car News 12/20/17 ; Auto Service World 12/20/17
SF State students took part in a speech team competition held on December 9. The Independent 12/21/17
A study on happiness by Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell is mentioned in an article on wellness resolutions for the new year. DiversityInc 12/20/17
Alumna and filmmaker Molly Stuart won a fellowship award for her documentary "Objector." Film Festivals 12/20/17
Alumna Betty McLaughlin DeFea, who chaired the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities, passed away Dec. 12 at age 86. SF Gate 12/20/17
Former SF State student Michael Phaling is one of three new judges participating in the InFocus Photography Competition and Exhibition. Sierra Lodestar 12/20/17
Librarian and former adjunct composition instructor Maureen Turner Carey is profiled. Statesman 12/20/17
SF State is one of five universities partnering with Toyota to study how drivers respond to new vehicle technology. Car News 12/20/17; Auto Service World 12/20/17
A South San Francisco High School employee and former SF State student has been arrested on charges of sexual misconduct. The Daily Journal 12/20/17
Writer Marianne Gage, who attended SF State, has published her third novel in her 80s. East Bay Times 12/18/17
Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith said lack of diversity in the White House could have a trickle-down effect on the rest of the administration. ABC News 12/16/17 ; ABC 7 News 12/18/17; ABC30 12/18/17 (This story was carried by many additional ABC-affiliate stations.)
SF State College of Business Professor John Sullivan said people working closely together in restaurants can sometimes contribute to sexual harassment. USA Today 12/18/18 (This story ran in multiple USA Today outlets.)
Research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell is mentioned in an article on better gift giving. Today 12/15/17; MaylayMail 12/18/17
Alumnus Ernest Gaines will be the featured Great Southern Writer at a literary festival in Louisiana. The Daily Iberian 12/17/17
Alumna Cara Gallagher is studying the effect of wind turbines on marine mammals in Denmark. The Tracy Press 12/16/17
SF State nursing student Matthew Saccomanno paid his respects to Mayor Ed Lee. ABC7 News 12/16/17; Santa Rosa Press Democrat 12/15/17; The News & Observer 12/15/17 (This story was carried in multiple Associated Press outlets.)
The disruption of a speech at SF State is mentioned in an article on making Israeli speakers feel unwelcome. Tablet 12/18/17
Former President Ronald Reagan wrote to the CSU chancellor in 1967 opposing protests at SF State. Yahoo Sports 12/18/17
Professor of Health Education Erik Peper and Associate Professor of Health Education Richard Harvey were interviewed on fitness over 50 and developing courage. Business Innovators Radio Network 12/14/17; Business Innovators Radio Network 12/14/17
Philosophy Department Lecturer Ann Robertson co-wrote an essay about a revival of Martin Luther King's "Poor People's Campaign." Counterpunch 12/15/17
Alumnus Walter Parenteau recently became the bookkeeper and volunteer coordinator at the Old Stone House Museum in Brownington, Vermont. Stowe Today 12/14/17
A student was attacked in a dorm room by a non-student on Dec. 12. KTVU 12/14/17; KCBA 12/14/17; Today in the Bay KNTV 12/14/17 (clips not available online); KTVU FOX 2 12/14/17 ; San Francisco Examiner 12/14/17 ; NBC News 12/14/17; CBC local 12/15/17
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell’s research showing that money spent on experiences can make people happier than buying things is mentioned in an article on holiday gift giving. New York Post 12/13/17
PACE Assistant Professor and member of the Coalition on Homelessness Dilara Yarbrough said people cannot be policed out of public spaces. Mission Local 12/13/17
Latina/Latino Studies Lecturer Tomas Riley returned as the co-host of a KQED arts program. KQED Arts 12/14/17
Alumna Juslyn Manalo, a Filipino American, was named mayor of Daly City. Inquirer.net 12/14/17
A student was attacked in a dorm room by a non-student on Dec. 12. KTVU 12/14/17; KCBA 12/14/17; Today in the Bay KNTV 12/14/17; KTVU FOX 2 12/13/17 (clips not available online)
An SF State study on sexual violence and unplanned pregnancy was mentioned in an article about the scandal around an Arizona congressman. Rewire 12/14/17
After completing training, students at the Town Kitchen in Oakland become eligible for college credit at SF State. Oakland North 12/13/17
An article about ethnic studies courses in Oakland schools mentioned SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies. Oakland North 12/13/17
A student group at SF State has called for protests denouncing President Trump’s plan to move the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem. International Action Center 12/12/17
The University was mentioned in an article about the poet Kenneth Rexroth. Renaissance Universal 12/14/17
Political Science Lecturer David Lee comments on the death of his friend San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee. New York Times 12/13/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman shares his memories of Mayor Ed Lee. ABC7 News 12/12/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discusses the death of San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and how it complicates politics in the next mayoral election. San Francisco Chronicle 12/12/17; KCBS 12/12/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Courtney Alexis Herda was found dead in a North Bay resort on Monday. NBC Bay Area 12/12/17
Alumna Rebecca Cruz benefitted from having a mentor in community college. Christian Science Monitor 12/13/17
Alumnus Gregory Gavin creates water features at museums and was the subject of a profile. The Almanac 12/13/17
Alumna and singer Rosita Watson finds inspiration in music, despite battling health problems. SF Gate 12/12/17
Alumna Marjorie Matocq and other University of Nevada researchers are studying the effects of climate change on the woodrat. Carsonnow.org 12/12/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about a minimum wage increase for student workers at Rutgers University. NewJersey.com 12/12/17
An article about a move by Johns Hopkins University to divest from coal mentions San Francisco State. WBAL 12/12/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was interviewed by Michael Krasny about the death of San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee. KQED Forum 12/12/17 (clip not available online)
Political Science Lecturer and Executive Director of the Chinese American Voters Education Committee David Lee was interviewed about the death of Mayor Ed Lee on "AirTalk with Larry Mantle." KPCC-FM 12/12/17
An article explored the history and recent revival of SF State's Experimental College. KQED News 12/11/17
Professor Emeritus Mark Phillips writes that working to improve one’s country is true patriotism. Marin Independent Journal 12/10/17
History major Zachary Kopowksi won the 2017-18 University Fellows Award from the Jewish Family and Children’s Services Holocaust Center. The Jewish News of Northern California 12/8/17
Journalism student Nevin Long interviews East Bay filmmaker Jayson Johnson about his film on the alt-right. The San Francisco BayView 12/8/17
SF State alumnus and former Dean of Undergraduate Studies Joseph L. White, acknowledged as the “founder of black psychology,” has died at 84. The New Black Magazine 12/11/2017
Alumna Annie Sciacca writes about porch package theft. The Mercury News 12/9/17
Alumna Roe McDermott is the author of a sex and relationships advice column. The Irish Times 12/10/17
The Romberg Tiburon Center has partnered with PG&E as part of a zero net energy building design competition. Bustler 12/11/17
SF State’s Pacific Leadership Institute will pilot a new overnight environmental ed program. Hoodline.com 12/8/17
Professor of American Indian Studies Andrew Jolivette commented on a controversial LGBT startup in the Mission. Edge Media Network 12/8/17; San Francisco Edge Media Network 12/8/17; Washington Edge Media Network 12/8/17; Boston Edge Media Network 12/8/17; Chicago Edge Media Network 12/8/17; Miami Edge Media Network 12/8/17; Detroit Edge Media Network 12/8/17 (This story was distributed to at least 30 Edge Media Network outlets.)
Alumna Nicole Rodriguez is setting up her own nonprofit to help at-risk youth. Oakland North 12/8/17
SF State alumnus and former Dean of Undergraduate Studies Joseph L. White, acknowledged as the “founder of black psychology,” has died at 84. Los Angeles Sentinel 12/7/2017
Alumna Roe McDermott is the author of a sex and relationships advice column. The Irish Times 12/3/17
SF State was mentioned as one of five institutions studying social acceptance of automated vehicles. Road Traffic Technology 12/7/17
Professor of American Indian Studies Andrew Jolivette commented on a controversial LGBT startup in the Mission. The Guardian 12/7/17
SF State fee increases were mentioned in an article about student opposition to fee hikes in California. EdSource 12/6/17
SF State Professor of Management John Sullivan offered advice for recruiters in an article covering the recent Recruiting Trends and Talent Tech conference. Recruiting Trends 12/5/17
The East Bay Express published an editorial by SF State Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Carolina De Robertis about sexual harassment of women. East Bay Express 12/6/17
Former SF State President S. I. Hayakawa, a leader of the “Anti-Digit Dialing League,” was mentioned in an article about the history of telephone area codes. Atlas Obscura 12/5/17; True Viral News 12/5/17
SF State theatre major Jake Rodriguez discussed his experimental radio broadcast Soundcrack.net. Bay City Beacon 12/4/17
SF State alumnus Danny Glover advocated for reparations for African Americans as keynote speaker at the National African American Reparations Committee meeting in New Orleans last month. The Louisiana Weekly 12/4/17
SF State alumna Preet Didbal will be sworn in as mayor of Yuba City, California, making her the first woman Sikh mayor in the U.S. The Quint 12/5/17
SF State alumnus and former Dean of Undergraduate Studies Joseph L. White, acknowledged as the “founder of black psychology,” has died at 84. Madinamerica.com 12/6/17
SF State alumna Anne Rice was interviewed about her newest novel, “Ramses the Damned: The Passion of Cleopatra.” candieanderson.com 12/6/17
SF State alumna, labor activist and retired Pacific Northwest Regional Director of the American Israel Public Affairs Committee Naomi Lauter has died at 87. SFGate 12/6/17
The ACLU of Southern California presented former San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick with an award named for Eason Monroe, an SF State faculty member fired in 1950 when he refused to sign a loyalty oath. DailyMail.com 12/4/17
The SF State Poetry Center sponsored a two-night program at the Lab in San Francisco in which poet Alice Notley read from her feminist epic “The Descent of Alette.” Poets & Writers 12/6/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies Eric Mar commented on the controversy surrounding a San Francisco statue memorializing “comfort women.” Citylab.com 12/4/17
SF State Lecturer in Criminal Justice and retired San Francisco Police Deputy Chief James Dudley was quoted in an article about San Jose’s new arrest warrant guidelines. The Mercury News 12/4/17
SF State alumnus and former Dean of Undergraduate Studies Joseph L. White, acknowledged as the “founder of black psychology,” has died at 84. The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education 12/4/17 ; Boston Herald 12/2/17; Boston Globe 12/2/17; LA Times 12/1/17; WBOC.com 11/29/17
SF State alumna Kim (Williams) King has been recognized for her work with students with disabilities. Atascadero News 12/4/17
SF State alumna, artist and philanthropist Jeanette Best has died at 79. Peninsula Daily News 12/4/17
SF State was mentioned in an article about an exhibit on Jewish history traveling to various Bay Area campuses. The Jewish News of Northern California 12/1/17
San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Vincent Matthews acknowledged SF State’s contributions as a partner in an article about a computer science award recently won by the district. San Francisco Examiner 12/4/17
Classes were cancelled at SF State following a power outage on the main campus. San Francisco Examiner. 12/1/17 ; SF Gate 11/30/17; KPIX 11/30/17; ABC7 News 11/30/17
Caitlin Ryan, director of the Family Acceptance Project (FAP), was interviewed about the FAP’s history and her experience during the AIDS epidemic. thinkprogress.org 12/1/17
SF State alumnus Dan Carson is running for a seat on the Davis City Council. Davis Enterprise. 12/1/17
Dr. June Fisher, a physician who mentors design students at SF State, was interviewed at a fashion conference in the U.K. on the need to design for older adults. Business of Fashion website. 12/1/17
San Francisco State Creative Writing Professor Chanan Tigay wrote about his attempts to track down a collection of forged biblical scrolls. BBC Travel 11/30/2017
San Francisco State Ethnic Studies Professor Rabab Ibrahim Abdulhadi wrote a letter of support for a University of California, Berkeley professor accused of sharing an anti-Semitic image on social media. Mondoweiss 11/29/2017
San Francisco State alumnus Mourhit Drissi discussed how his Moroccan restaurant serves as a form of cultural education. Sacramento News & Review 11/30/2017
San Francisco State alumnus and former Dean of Undergraduate Studies Joseph L. White, acknowledged as the “founder of black psychology,” has died at 84. New York Times 11/29/2017; Washington Post 11/29/2017; Houston Chronicle 11/29/2017; Miami Herald 11/29/2017; Seattle Times 11/29/2017 (This story was distributed nationally by the Associated Press and posted to more than 270 additional news outlets.)
California Attorney General Xavier Becerra spoke on the San Francisco State campus to announce a lawsuit against a for-profit online college. Los Angeles Times 11/29/2017; San Francisco Examiner 11/30/2017; NBC Bay Area (clip not available online); KCBS (clip not available online); KFBK (clip not available online)
San Francisco State alumnus Andrew Lam mentioned the Department of Creative Writing in an essay about the Pacific News Service. SDPB 11/29/2017; KUOW 11/29/2017; WUWM 11/29/2017; Jefferson Public Radio 11/29/2017; WEKU 11/29/2017; WXVU 11/29/2017; KERA 11/29/2017
Author Naomi Klein discussed racial segregation in American higher education and mentioned her mother’s involvement in protest movements at San Francisco State in the 1960s. TruthOut 11/30/2017
A year after San Francisco State student Michaela Gregory died in a warehouse fire, her parents talked about her memory. KTVU 11/30/2017 (clip not available online); KCRA 3 11/30/2017 (clip not available online)
A profile discussed the life of Dan Q. Posin, a popularizer of science who was a physics professor at San Francisco State for 30 years. Skeptical Inquirer 11/29/2017
San Francisco State Mathematics Professor Federico Ardila discussed his life and teaching philosophy. WIRED 11/28/2017; TechSwitch 11/28/2017
San Francisco State Professor Emeritus of Sociology John Irwin, who died in 2010, was mentioned in an article about former convicts becoming criminologists. Pacific Standard 11/28/2019
San Francisco State alumnus Peter Spain discussed his photography of Lake Tahoe and explained how the film and broadcast communication major helped him transition into photography. KCRA 11/29/2017
San Francisco State alumnus Andrew Lam mentioned the Department of Creative Writing in an essay about the Pacific News Service. PRI 11/29/2017; WLRN 11/29/2019; WUNC 11/29/2017; South Carolina Public Radio 11/29/2017
Film and TV director and San Francisco State alumnus Evan Cecil mentioned the University’s School of Cinema while discussing his most recent film. Movie Marker 11/28/2017
San Francisco State Professor of Geography Jason Henderson discussed a potential deal between the city of San Francisco and rideshare apps to designate some parking spots as drop-off zones. San Francisco Examiner 11/28/2017
San Francisco State alumna Justine Freeman was appointed as the deputy chief of staff for the mayor of Albuquerque. KOB 4 11/27/2017
San Francisco State Ethnic Studies Professor Melissa Nelson discussed a women-led land trust intended to reclaim indigenous land in the East Bay. San Francisco Chronicle 11/26/2017
San Francisco State student Megan Rose, a former contestant on the TV show “The Voice,” will give a Christmas-themed performance for San Ramon’s annual tree lighting event. East Bay Times 11/27/2017
San Francisco State students were finalists in Smith Travel Research’s annual Market Study Competition. Niagara Gazette 11/27/2017
A San Francisco State freshman named Lilly discussed a mentoring program for at-risk middle schoolers in east San Jose. The Mercury News 11/26/2017
San Francisco State student E’Loni Morris was awarded a scholarship by the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the National Black MBA Association for her essay “Oakland and the World Enterprise.” Oakland Post 11/25/2017
San Francisco State student Tyler Heinen was quoted discussing last week’s stretch of unseasonably warm weather. Times-Herald 11/25/2017
San Francisco State student Jasmine Fernandez was mentioned in an article about being a Latina in Silicon Valley. Latino USA 11/24/2017
San Francisco State student Steven Luke wrote an article about working in retail on Black Friday. San Francisco Chronicle 11/22/2017
San Francisco State alumna Laura Millar discussed her work developing sexual health programs for the LightHouse, an organization for the blind and visually impaired in San Francisco. South Florida Gay News 11/24/2017
Jayshree Ullal, a San Francisco State alumna and CEO of a computer networking company, was discussed in an article on female Indian-American entrepreneurs. Yourstory 11/23/2017
Annie Morhauser, who learned how to build furnaces and ovens while a student at San Francisco State, discussed holiday-focused crafting workshops at her glass studio. San Francisco Chronicle 11/22/2017
San Francisco State History Professor Marc Stein discussed California’s effort to implement the country’s first LGBTQ-inclusive history curriculum. NBC News 11/22/2017
San Francisco State Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies Nick Sousanis’ comic-based dissertation served as inspiration for a Detroit schoolteacher looking for new ways to explain the impact of 9/11 to his students. Tri-City Times 11/22/2017
San Francisco State Cinema Professors Martha Gorzycki and Celine Shimizu discussed allegations of sexual harassment against Pixar co-founder John Lasseter and sexism in the animation industry. ABC7 11/21/2017
San Francisco State alumna Rosie King’s poetry book “Time and Peonies” was featured on Montana Public Radio. MTPR 11/21/2017
San Francisco State alumna Marilyn Groch, whose art is being exhibited at Daytona State College Fine Arts Gallery, discussed her work and her love of still-life paintings. Ormond Beach Observer 11/21/2017
Bay Area jazz musician Mel Martin, who briefly attended San Francisco State, died at 75. KQED 11/21/2017
Research from San Francisco State’s Family Acceptance Project was cited in an article about relatives coming out during the holidays. USA Today 11/21/2017; MSN 11/21/2017; Desert Sun 11/21/2017; Farmers’ Advance 11/21/2017; York Daily Record 11/21/2017
San Francisco State’s Family Acceptance Project was noted in a roundup of national LGBT news. Windy City Times 11/20/2017
San Francisco State Mathematics Professor Federico Ardila was interviewed about his life, research and teaching philosophy. Quanta Magazine 11/20/2017
San Francisco State Communications Professor Joe Tuman discussed negative advertisements in politics ahead of next year’s gubernatorial election in California. San Francisco Chronicle 11/19/2017
San Francisco State International Relations Professor Mahmood Monshipouri wrote a column about tension between Iran and Saudi Arabia. Tehran Times 11/19/2017
San Francisco State History Professor Dawn Bohulano Mabalon discussed “Memories to Light,” a project to collect and digitize home videos showing the experiences of Asian American communities throughout the 20th century. KNTV 11/19/2917 (clip not available online)
San Francisco State Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson discussed potential permits for four new dockless bike-share companies in San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 11/18/2017
San Francisco State Ethnic Studies Professor Rabab Abdulhadi was quoted in an article discussing a dismissed lawsuit against the University that alleged persistent anti-Semitism on campus. SF Bay View 11/17/2017
Actor and San Francisco State alumnus Jeffrey Tambor left the Amazon series “Transparent” after accusations of sexual harassment. Mercury News 11/19/2017; East Bay Times 11/19/2017; SFGate 11/19/2017
The San Francisco State Black Student Union of 1968 to 1969 was given the NAACP’s Historical Legacy Award for its five-month “Strike Out” protest. Oakland Post 11/17/2017
Indian American actor and San Francisco State alumnus Gautam Sharma starred in the 2016 film “Waarrior Savitri,” which just debuted on Netflix. India West 11/17/2017
The J. Paul Leonard Library contains video clips of the homecoming of U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Everett Alvarez Jr., one of the longest-held prisoners of war in American history. Santa Clara Weekly 11/16/2017
San Francisco State Biology Professor Eric Routman was quoted discussing the genetics of the passenger pigeon, a bird that went extinct in the early 20th century. NPR 11/16/2017; OPB 11/16/2017; WLRN 11/16/2017;Houston Public Media 11/16/2017; KALW 11/16/2017; KUOW 1/16/2017; KNAU 11/16/2017 (This story was distributed nationally to more than 60 local NPR affiliate websites.)
Lecturer of Humanities Peter Richardson wrote an article about Ramparts magazine and how it inspired Rolling Stone magazine. Salon 11/16/2017
Professor Emeritus John De Cecco, the primary founder of San Francisco State’s sexuality studies program, died on Nov. 2. Windy City Times 11/12/2017
San Francisco State student Joemae Santos discussed national budget cuts to education and the relationship between the United States and the Philippines at a protest in downtown San Francisco. Inquirer.net 11/17/2017
Three and a half months after San Francisco State student and DACA recipient Gabriela Sanchez died in a car accident, the University hosted a vigil and posthumously awarded her a degree. El Tecolote 11/16/2017
Professor Emeritus John De Cecco, the primary founder of San Francisco State’s sexuality studies program, died on Nov. 2. The Bay Area Reporter 11/16/2017
Classics Professor Michael Anderson will be giving the first talk in a lecture series on Pompeii at the Arizona Science Center. Paradise Valley Independent 11/15/2017
A group of Jewish students plans to re-file their lawsuit against the University, which alleges an environment of anti-Semitism on campus. JWeekly 11/15/2017
History Professor Dawn Mabalon is writing a children’s book about labor organizer Larry Itliong, the first of a planned series on prominent Filipino American figures. Inquirer.net 11/15/2017
San Francisco State alumnus Nate Looney discussed his time in the National Guard in post-Katrina New Orleans, his subsequent tour in Iraq and his current work launching an urban farming business in Los Angeles. KCET 11/15/2017
San Francisco State alumna and actress Annette Bening attended a screening of her upcoming film “Film Stars Don’t Die” in Liverpool. Daily Mail 11/15/2017
San Francisco State alumnus and musician Johnny Mathis was highlighted in an article in anticipation of two performances at a theatre in southwest Missouri. Branson Tri-Lakes News 11/14/2017
San Francisco State is one of several universities collaborating with Toyota to study consumer acceptance of self-driving cars. The News Wheel 11/15/2017
Labor and Employment Studies Professor John Logan talked about an upcoming U.S. Supreme Court case that some anticipate will be a blow to public sector unions. International Business Times 11/14/2017
Professor Emeritus of Political Science Richard DeLeon was cited in an article discussing a slowdown in legislation in the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. San Francisco Chronicle 11/14/2017
Adjunct Professor of Estuarine Science Stuart Siegel discussed building a natural reef in Sausalito to provide protection from sea-level rise. Marin Independent Journal 11/13/2017
Jewish Studies Professor Fred Astren was part of a symposium on improving Jewish-Muslim relations, drawing on lessons from the Golden Age of Spain. JWeekly 11/13/2017
Sister Marguerite Bartling, a San Francisco State alumna, discussed her work as the executive director of the addiction recovery center Gracenter. Catholic San Francisco 11/14/2017
The details of a hearing about alleged anti-Semitism on the San Francisco State campus were discussed in an article. The Jerusalem Post 11/14/2017
A panel discussion at the Anti-Defamation League’s annual conference, including Jewish Studies Professor Marc Dollinger, discussed “systemic anti-Semitism” at San Francisco State. JWeekly 11/14/2017
Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson was quoted in an article discussing the challenges associated with new bike-share startups. Bloomberg 11/9/2017
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman talked about billionaire Tom Steyer’s advertisement campaign aiming to impeach President Donald Trump. ABC7 News 11/9/2017 (clip not available online)
Director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability Catherine Kudlick was quoted in an article about a 1977 sit-in protest for disability rights and the toll that protest took on the protestors. Atlas Obscura 11/9/2017
History Professor Marc Stein discussed similarities between the modern LGBT movement and social-justice movements during the Vietnam War. them.us 11/9/2017
Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies Nick Sousanis gave a keynote speech at the International Comic Arts Forum about the best practices for teaching comics storytelling. Publishers Weekly 11/9/2017
Professor of Theatre and Dance Mark Allan Davis, a cast member in the original Broadway production of “The Lion King,” attended a 20-year reunion for the cast of the show. SF Chronicle 11/13/2017
San Francisco State alumnus David Dillard, a Vietnam War veteran, took part in a remembrance ceremony at Liberty High School in Liberty, Texas. He told a story about his Vietnam War experience, which was also broadcast on many NPR stations last week. The Houston Chronicle 11/12/2017
San Francisco State alumna Dana Corvin received the Jewish Community Federation’s Robert Sinton Award for Distinguished Leadership. JWeekly 11/10/2017
San Francisco State alumni Kent Nagano was the subject of a feature article discussing how he has balanced his personal life with a career leading classical music ensembles. The Tribune 11/9/2017
San Francisco State alumni Herb Lee, the first Chinese American police officer in San Francisco, died November 1 of colon cancer. SF Gate 11/11/2017; CBS Bay Area 11/11/2017; NBC News 11/11/2017; Newsday 11/11/2017; Huron Daily Tribune 11/11/2017
Alleged anti-Semitism on the San Francisco State campus was discussed in an op-ed in the San Francisco Examiner. 11/12/2017
Lecturer of Humanities Peter Richardson wrote an article about Ramparts magazine and how it inspired Rolling Stone magazine. Rapid City Journal 11/8/17; The Sentinel 11/8/17;Madison.com 11/8/17; The Register Citizen 11/8/17; Montana Standard 11/8/17; Marietta Daily Journal 11/8/17; Tuscon.com 11/8/17; La Crosse Tribune 11/8/17; Rock Rover Times 11/8/17
Associate Professor of Latina/Latino Studies and Equity, Leadership Studies, and Instructional Technologies Jeff Duncan-Andrade discussed a recent report that stated that more than half of Latinos surveyed said applying to college was never discussed with them while growing up. KUNR 11/7/17
French artist JR’s photographic art installation, “JR’s Giant Picnic” in Tecate, Mexico, featured the eyes of an SF State alumna and Dreamer named Mayra and was meant as commentary on dishonest portrayals of immigrants. Time 11/9/17
A federal judge dismissed a complaint filed by current and former students and community members that accused the SF State administration and a faculty member of anti-Semitism. Washington Free Beacon 11/9/17; San Francisco Examiner 11/9/17; Electronic Intifada 11/9/17; ABC7 News 11/9/17 (clip not available online); KPIX 11/8/17; J Weekly 11/8/17; SF Gate 11/8/17; KTVU 11/8/17; KCBS 11/8/17; NBC Bay Area 11/8/17 (clips not available online)
SF State is mentioned in a column that critiques the response of Jewish academics to alleged anti-Semitism on college campuses. Times of Israel 11/4/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman talked about a possible GOP strategy of aligning with President Donald Trump without actually appearing with him publicly. KQED 11/8/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan discussed the career benefits of going into the office, as opposed to working remotely. Quartz 11/8/17
Associate Professor of Latina/Latino Studies and Equity, Leadership Studies, and Instructional Technologies Jeff Duncan-Andrade discussed a recent report that stated that more than half of Latinos surveyed said applying to college was never discussed with them while growing up. NPR 11/7/17; KEDM 11/7/17; NPR Illinois 11/7/17; Alabama Public Radio 11/7/17
Lecturer of Humanities Peter Richardson wrote an article about Ramparts magazine and how it inspired Rolling Stone magazine. The Conversation 11/8/17
Professor of PACE Anabel Pelham will be the keynote speaker at the Age-Friendly Cities Summit in Redwood City as part of an effort to make San Mateo County more age-friendly. East Bay Times 11/7/17
San Francisco State alumnus Daniela Cardona was quoted in a story about immigrants and advocates speaking out after the Trump administration ended temporary protections for Nicaraguan immigrants. Mission Local 11/8/17
Incidents of alleged anti-Semitism at SF State were mentioned in an article about the difficulty of defining prejudice and addressing it on college campuses. Inside Higher Ed 11/8/17
Muni Diaries, which began as an SF State student project and later morphed into a blog, is now a popular live show. San Francisco Chronicle 11/7/17
Project Rebound, a program that started at SF State, was the subject of a feature story. Capital & Main 11/7/17
Professor of PACE Anabel Pelham will be the keynote speaker at the Age-Friendly Cities Summit in Redwood City as part of an effort to make San Mateo County more age-friendly. San Jose Mercury News 11/7/17
Assistant Professor of Linguistics Jenny Lederer discussed speech patterns in an article about five passive aggressive sayings people should avoid. How Stuff Works 11/6/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the status of California’s relationship with Washington D.C. a year after the 2016 election. KALW 11/6/17
Assistant Professor of Africana Studies Maria Ifetayo Flannery graduated from Temple University’s newly renamed Africology and African American Studies Department. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 11/5/17
Professor of Biology Dennis Desjardin was one of the co-hosts of the Wild Rivers Mushroom Festival in Crescent City. Del Norte Triplicate 11/4/17\
The SF State men’s soccer team ended its historic season Friday with a loss against Cal Poly Pomona. San Francisco Examiner 11/3/17
Journalist and SF State alumnus Ben Fong-Torres appeared at the opening of a new documentary film, “Rolling Stone: Stories from the Edge,” at the Castro Theatre in San Francisco. Hoodline 11/4/17
A photo of SF State student Kat McLain posing with a protest sign accompanied an op-ed about free speech on college campuses. The Oregonian 11/5/17
A full-size reproduction of a mural painted by artist Victor Arnautoff is on display at SF State’s J. Paul Leonard Library. KQED 11/03/17 (clip not available online); KPBS 11/05/17 (clip not available online)
SF State was mentioned in an article about anti-Semitism on college campuses. Arutz Sheva 11/5/17
Assistant Professor of English Language and Literature Anastasia Smirnova talks about using language as a tool for solidarity and division in article about Catalonia using school as a political weapon. The Atlantic 11/3/17
San Francisco State honorary graduate Adele Corvin is mentioned in article about her and her daughter Dana’s work as philanthropic leaders. J. Weekly 11/3/17
San Francisco State journalism student Nevin Long writes an article about the push for cannabis licensing in San Francisco. San Francisco Bay View 11/2/17
Author and San Francisco State alumnus Grant Faulkner is the executive director of the Berkeley-based National Novel Writing Month. Berkeleyside 11/3/17
San Francisco State is mentioned in article about Israeli politician and human rights activist Natan Sharanksy and his upcoming visit to San Francisco. 11/3/1
Professor Emeritus John Sloan is profiled in an article about his journey from being a member of Hitler Youth in Germany to discovering his Jewish roots. The Union 11/2/17
Professor of Biology Dennis Desjardin is one of the co-hosts of the Wild Rivers Mushroom Festival in Crescent City. Curry Coastal Pilot 11/31/17
Artist and SF State alumnus Robert Stowe is profiled in a story about his art career. The Wahkiam County Eagle 11/2/17
The Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability at San Francisco State University is one of the sponsors of Superfest: The International Disability Film Festival. The Bay Area Reporter 11/02/7
An exhibit in SF State’s Designspace Gallery featuring guitar effects pedals is the subject of an article. SF Gate 11/01/17
Former SF State president S.I. Hayakawa is quoted in an article that explores why area codes aren’t laid out in a logical way. Tedium 10/31/17
SF State Professor of Jewish Studies Fred Astren will give a keynote address at a symposium on Muslim-Jewish relations at the Osher Marin JCC in San Rafael. J. Weekly 10/31/17
SF State Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi was the keynote speaker at the National Students for Justice in Palestine conference, where a student activist accused organizers of “exclusionary behavior.” The Washington Free Beacon 11/1/17
The SF State men’s soccer team has advanced to the playoffs for the first time since 1978. SF Examiner 10/31/17; KNSD 10/31/17 (clip not available online)
Award-winning journalist and former SF State student Adam Clay “A.C.” Thompson was the subject of a profile. OZY 11/1/17
A lawsuit filed by several SF State students accusing the University of discrimination will be heard by a United States district court Nov. 8. The Jewish Link 10/31/17
The Hellenic Charity Ball is set for Nov. 4, and SF State previously benefitted from funds raised at the event. The Hellenic Journal 11/01/17
Professor of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Nina Roberts commented on whether a proposed entrance fee hike for the National Park Service will hurt the agency’s diversity efforts. Merced Sun-Star 10/27/17
Musician and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis was profiled in a magazine. WAG Magazine 10/30/17
SF State alumna Carolyn Pistone won the North Bay Business Journal’s Nonprofit Leadership Award. 10/30/17 North Bay Business Journal
SF State alumnus Jerry Varnado will serve on a panel at a two-day conference celebrating the 10th anniversary of the African American Studies program at Mississippi State University. The Meridian Star 10/28/17
Associate Professor of History Dawn Mabalon comments on her father’s military service in an article about Filipino World War II veterans. Recordnet.com 10/28/17
Professor of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Nina Roberts comments on whether a proposed entrance fee hike for the National Park Service will hurt the agency’s diversity efforts. CityLab 10/27/17; Sacramento Bee 10/27/17; MSN 10/27/17
SF State alumna Jimmie Miller Johnson completed her second self-published children’s book, “Somewhere Else.” Omaha World-Herald 10/29/17
SF State alumnus Dennis Yen was appointed to the board of the Solano County Fair Association. Vallejo Times Herald 10/28/17
SF State alumna Eve Rendon has been displaced after her Santa Rosa home was destroyed in recent wildfires. Press Democrat 10/27/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes a column about divisions within the Republican Party. Idaho State Journal 10/27/17
SF State is mentioned in an article after Kenneth Marcus, president of a legal advocacy group that targets the BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) movement, was appointed to a top civil rights position in the Department of Education. Mondoweiss 10/30/17
SF State research on temperatures inside locked cars is mentioned in a story about whether animal cruelty charges should be filed against a man whose dog died after being left inside his car. Miami Herald 10/29/17; Fort Worth Star-Telegram 10/28/17; Idaho Statesman 1/29/17; The Fresno Bee; The Bellingham Herald 10/29/17; Sacramento Bee 10/29/17; Kansas City Star 10/29/17; Tri-City Herald 10/29/17; The News & Observer 10/29/17; Lexington Herald Leader 10/29/17; Bradenton Herald 10/29/17; Wichita Eagle 10/17/17;Myrtle Beach Online 10/29/17 (This story was distributed nationally by the McClatchy Company and posted to more than 15 additional media outlet websites.)
Research by Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell is mentioned in an article about how happiness and success go hand in hand. Luxury Standard 10/26/17
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Carolina De Robertis discusses José Saramago’s novel “Blindness” in an article about why it’s a must-read. OZY 10/26/17
Professor of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Nina Roberts discusses a proposed fee hike for the National Park Service. KQED 10/26/17
San Francisco State alumna Alicia Ostarello started Vow Muse, a ghostwriting company for wedding-related writing. SF Gate 10/27/17
A scholarship fund for philosophy students at Orange Coast College was established in honor of San Francisco State alumnus David Johnston. Los Angeles Times 10/26/17
San Francisco State alumnus Eric Goddard will serve as the interim principal of Barron Park Elementary School following a personnel shakeup in the Palo Alto Unified School District. Palo Alto Daily Post 10/26/17
The work of photographer and San Francisco State alumnus James Friedman, who documented Nazi camps in color photography, is on display at the Angela Meleca Gallery in Columbus, Ohio. Hyperallergic 10/26/17
Research by San Francisco State’s Kinesiology Department on the influence of alternate nostril breathing on heart rate is mentioned in an article about using the breathing technique to reduce stress. Medical Independent 10/26/17
San Francisco State’s Project Rebound program is mentioned in an article about an upcoming event that explores education as an alternative to incarceration. The Daily Independent 10/27/17
Professor Emeritus John Hafernik gave a presentation on “ZomBees,” honeybees parasitized by the zombie fly, to students in Ector County, Texas. sNEWSi 10/24/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Danny Glover stars in “Yohen,” a play about an interracial couple struggling to maintain their relationship after 37 years of marriage. Pasadena Weekly 10/26/17
SF State alumna Becky Cantieri is the senior vice president of human resources at Survey Monkey and participated in a Q&A series on women in business. Huffington Post 10/26/17
SF State alumnus Alberto Savoia led a startup company, Agitar Software, that failed, and he used the knowledge he gained from that experience in his role as a failure analyst at Google. Forbes 10/26/17
Former SF State student and wrestler Jed Flores received a championship title at the Camp Lejeune Open Wrestling Tournament in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The Globe 10/26/17
Professor Emeritus John Hafernik gave a presentation on “ZomBees,” honeybees parasitized by the zombie fly, to students in Ector County, Texas. Odessa American 10/25/17; NewsWest 9 10/24/17; Telemundo Amarillo 10/24/17; CBS7 10/24/17 (clip not available online)
Professor Emeritus John Hafernik talks about “ZomBees,” honeybees parasitized by the zombie fly, on a science podcast. SparkDialog 10/24/17
Associate Director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability Emily Beitiks writes an essay about generational caregiving. KQED 10/25/17
A study by Associate Professor of Psychology Kevin Eschleman on how hobbies can affect job performance is mentioned in an article about hobbies having a positive impact on careers. Forbes 10/25/17
SF State student Megan Rose is competing on NBC’s “The Voice.” San Jose Mercury News 10/25/17; East Bay Times 10/25/17; Gold Derby 10/25/17
SF State Athletic Director Charles Guthrie has accepted a position as athletic director of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay. Green Bay Press-Gazette 10/24/17
SF State alumnus Jeremy Miller writes an op-ed opposing the use of Tasers by law enforcement officers as the San Francisco Police Commission prepares to vote on whether officers should be allowed to use them. San Francisco Bay View 10/23/17
SF State alumna Gail Urbanik’s father, Attilio “Toch” Ghiringhell, is the oldest inductee into the St. Helena High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Napa Valley Register 10/23/17
F State is mentioned in a letter to the editor about combating alleged anti-Semitism on campus. San Francisco Examiner 10/24/17
SF State’s Romberg Tiburon Center is mentioned in an editorial about the possibility of the College of Marin reopening its Bolinas lab. Marin Independent Journal 10/23/17
Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson talks about the quality of San Francisco’s infrastructure in an article about cities with the best infrastructure. SF Gate 10/23/17
Associate Professor of Asian American Studies Jonathan HX Lee comments on “ghost scams” in Chinese American communities. The New Yorker 10/23/17
Assistant Professor of Journalism Laura Moorhead comments on an initiative launched by local media to combat homelessness. SF Public Press 10/23/17
SF State Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Instructor Michael Fox reviews the upcoming documentary “My Hero Brother,” about a group of Israeli adults trekking through India with their siblings. J. Weekly 10/22/17
Professor of Management Mitchell Marks talks about energy efficiency in a story about the most and least energy-efficient states in 2017. 10/17/17 WalletHub
SF State alumna Roe McDermott is the author of a sex and relationship advice column. Irish Times 10/21/17
A former wrestling coach has filed an age discrimination lawsuit against SF State. NBC Bay Area 10/23/17; San Francisco Examiner 10/13/17
Project Rebound, which started at SF State and helps the formerly incarcerated enroll in and graduate from college, is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Correctional News 10/23/17
Posters labeling an SF State professor a supporter of terrorism appeared on SF State’s campus and set off a debate over free speech. The Gazette 10/22/17; MSN News 10/22/17; SF Gate 10/20/17; San Antonio Express 10/20/17; Washington Post 10/20/17
Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies Rachel Gross is mentioned in this article about Simchat Torah morning services. J. Weekly 10/20/17
Assistant Professor of Urban Studies Tony Sparks will speak at the Saint Francis Homelessness Challenge Oct. 20. Mission Mission 10/19/17
Professor of Art Mark Dean Johnson is interviewed about artist Martin Wong. SF Weekly 10/19/17
Associate Professor of Africana Studies Shawn Ginwright provides his perspective on the NFL and the national anthem protest. San Jose Mercury News 10/18/17
SF State is mentioned in this article about “malvertising” security breaches. ETH News 10/19/17
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Alegra Eroy-Reveles is profiled about her efforts to support underrepresented students in the sciences. Science Magazine 10/18/17
Adjunct Professor of Counseling Ulash Thakore-Dunlap talks about the psychological impact of the North Bay fires on residents. KTVU 10/18/17
The San Francisco post-punk band Pardoner, the subject of a profile, was formed after band members met while attending SF State. KQED 10/18/17
An op-ed argues that allegations of anti-Semitism at SF State are unfounded and are a tool for silencing pro-Palestinian voices on campus. San Francisco Examiner 10/19/17
SF State’s efforts to preserve LGBT history are mentioned in an article about LGBT curriculum in California. The Bay Area Reporter 10/19/17
SF State research on how BART noise affects hearing is referenced in an article about BART’s recent promise to reduce noise levels. SF Curbed 10/17/17
Assistant Professor of Earth & Climate Sciences Alexander Stine co-authored a study that examines climate change’s impact on early societies. BrightSurf.com 10/17/17; Popular Archaeology 10/17/17; Science Magazine 10/17/7
Lecturer of Health Education Kenn Burrows discussed the health effects of cellphone technology and media coverage of these issues. Progressive Radio Network 10/17/17
SF State Athletic Director Charles Guthrie has accepted a new position at the University of Wisconsin – Green Bay. San Francisco Examiner 10/17/17; Green Bay Press Gazette 10/17/17; WBAY 10/17/17; NBC26 10/17/17; Fox11 News 10/17/17; WFRV-TV 10/17/17 (clip not available online)
SF State Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Instructor Michael Fox reviews the upcoming film “Jungle,” which tells the true story of a young Israeli’s fight for survival after getting lost in the Amazon rainforest. J. Weekly 10/17/17
An SF State alumna talks about her marijuana use in an article about the effects of the drug on young people. The Potrero View 10/17/17
Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies Rachel Gross is mentioned in a columnist’s recap of the Jewish harvest holiday Sukkot. J. Weekly 10/16/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan writes about the link between food quality and job performance. Wall Street Journal 10/15/17
Assistant Professor of Asian American Studies Christen Tsuyuko Sasaki discussed the history of Asian migration during a tour of early California settlements for Japanese Americans. Nichi Bei 10/12/17
SF State alumnus Rob Jackson is co-founder of the hip-hop-focused therapy program Beats Rhymes and Life. Pigeons & Planes 10/16/17
SF State alumnus and University of Maryland Athletics Director Kevin Anderson will take a six-month sabbatical. Washington Post 10/16/17
An event at Rights and Wrongs: A Constitution and Citizenship Day Conference at San Francisco State University is analyzed through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Algemeiner 10/17/17
SF State reopened Monday after closing for three days due to poor air quality caused by massive wildfires in the North Bay. SFist 10/16/17
SF State Associate Professor of Africana Studies Shawn Ginwright writes an op-ed about NFL players taking a knee during the national anthem. The Province 10/15/17
SF State Lecturer of History Sherry Jeanne Katz says she’s had problems breathing since the wildfires erupted in the North Bay. EMS1.com 10/14/17
SF State Professor of Management John Sullivan explains how data can be used to recruit new employees. Business News Daily 10/13/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Management Ian Dunham talks about credit scores. WalletHub 10/4/17
SF State alumnus Kevin Anderson is still the athletic director of the University of Maryland despite conflicting media reports surrounding his absence from the campus. Washington Post 10/14/17
SF State alumna and Emmy-winning art director Chikako Suzuki is the subject of a profile. International Examiner 10/13/17
SF State alumna Patricia “Patti” Miller received the Siskiyou County CattleWomen’s 2017 Pioneer Beef Woman Award. The Siskiyou Daily News 10/13/17
SF State reopened Monday after closing for three days due to poor air quality caused by massive wildfires in the North Bay. KTVU 10/15/17; KPIX 10/15/17; KNTV 10/15/17 (clip not available online); KCBS 10/15 (clip not available online); SF Gate 10/14/17; KQED 10/14/17; San Francisco Patch 10/13/17; Fox 7 Austin 10/13/17; KFBY 10/13/17; KFOX 10/13/17; KION 10/13; Fox 44 10/13/17; WJDX 10/13/17; WWVA 10/13/17; WFLF 10/13/17 (clips not available online); SF Gate 10/12/17; KPIX 10/12/17; KRON 10/12/17; Marin Independent Journal 10/12/17; ABC 10 10/12/17; SFBay News 10/12/17
A confrontation between two SF State students over dreadlocks is referenced in an op-ed critiquing partisan behavior. News Max 10/13/17
SF State Professor of Management Mitchell Marks offers tips to workers who receive negative performance reviews. The Ladders 10/12/17
SF State Professor of Journalism Rachele Kanigel writes an article about young entrepreneurs sharing their experiences at the Issuu Generators Summit. MediaShift 10/12/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Sociology Valerie Francisco has signed a petition to end “red-baiting.” Rappler 10/12/17
SF State Lecturer in Hospitality & Tourism Management Joseph LaVilla comments on how the fires in the North Bay will affect the local wine industry. ABC7 10/11/17
SF State Professor of Earth and Climate Sciences John Monteverdi discusses the science behind the winds that are fanning the North Bay fires. Forbes 10/11/17
SF State Professor of English Language & Literature Michael Krasny was inducted into the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame. San Francisco Chronicle 10/11/17
SF State alumnus Roe McDermott talks about sexual harassment in the workplace. TodayFM 10/11/17
SF State alumnus Stuart Firestein pursued a science degree later in life. Nature 10/11/17
Actor and SF State alumna Sam Jackson is the subject of a profile. San Francisco Chronicle 10/11/17
A fight between two SF State students over dreadlocks is referenced in a column about protests over the removal of Confederate statues and kneeling during the national anthem. World Net Daily 10/12/17
An event at Rights and Wrongs: A Constitution and Citizenship Day Conference at San Francisco State University is analyzed through the lens of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Middle East Forum 10/7/17
SF State Interim Assistant Vice President for Equity & Community Inclusion Manuel Alejandro Pérez talks about how students can find engagement on college campuses. U.S. News & World Report 10/11/17
SF State student Megan Rose performed during a blind audition on NBC’s “The Voice.” Gold Derby 10/11/17
SF State alumnus J Josh Guevara is the new development director of Santa Cruz Community Health Centers. Santa Cruz Sentinel 10/11/17
Artist and SF State alumna Catherine Wagner is the subject of a profile. Cultured 10/10/17
Proceeds from the San Francisco Greek Film Festival will benefit the Center for Modern Greek Studies at SF State. Hellenic Journal 10/10/17
SF State Lecturer of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement Jim Dudley talked about security following the deadly mass shooing in Las Vegas. KQED 10/6/17 (clip not available online)
Professor Emeritus Mark Phillips writes a column about teen suicide and reviews a new documentary film on the same subject. Marin Independent Journal 10/8/17
Former SF State Professor Sally Gearhart is mentioned in a story about LGBT history. Edge Media Network 10/8/17
SF State alumnus Clark Taylor is running for St. Tammany Parish Council District 2 in New Orleans. The Advocate 10/8/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Jeffrey Tambor is profiled in an article about his acting career and net worth. The Gazette Review 10/7/17
Musician and SF State alumnus Will Kiel will perform at the Youth Concert in Sonora. Sierra Lodestar 10/6/17
SF State’s Black Unity Center opens to students. Blavity 10/7/17
Professor of Political Science Nicole Watts writes a column about a referendum in Iraq that pushed for Kurdish independence. Washington Post 10/6/17
Adjunct Professor of Earth and Climate Science Stuart Siegel applauds efforts by multiple experts in Marin County to address sea level rise. Marin Independent Journal 10/5/17
SF State student Cecilia Lam is remembered three years after she was killed in a domestic violence incident. San Francisco Chronicle 10/5/17
SF State student and Dreamer Luis Quiroz is mentioned in a story about the end of DACA. The New Fillmore 9/22/17
Expert on Native American history and former SF State student Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz has published a new book that squashes myths about Native Americans. Pasatiempo 10/6/17
SF State alumnus Sina Riahi was named Lifeguard of the Year in San Clemente. Orange County Register 10/5/17
Artist Sanford Biggers uses an image of Ben Stewart, former head of the Black Student Union at SF State, in an art exhibition. The Brooklyn Rail 10/5/17
SF State is mentioned in a column about a persistent myth in higher education. San Jose Mercury News 10/5/17
Former SF State Professor Sally Gearhart is mentioned in a story about LGBT history. The Bay Area Reporter 10/5/17
A Bay Area family continues to mourn the loss of their daughter, former SF State student Cecilia Lam, who died in a domestic violence incident. San Francisco Chronicle 10/5/17
Former SF State student and Cherokee Chief Wilma Mankiller is the subject of a new documentary. San Francisco Chronicle 10/4/17
SF State alumnus and radio DJ Mike Ficher is the subject of a profile. Source Weekly 10/4/17
SF State alumnus and leader of the Golden Gate Park Band Michael Wirgler retires. San Francisco Examiner 10/4/17
Lecturer in the School of Public Affairs & Civic Engagement James Dudley discusses shifting the responsibility away from police officers in incidents involving people with mental-health problems. PoliceOne.com 10/3/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan comments on the Equifax security breach. Africa-News 10/2/17; News Max 10/2/17
SF State alumna and Bay Area music icon Stephanie Ornelas has died. KPIX 10/2/17; KBCW 10/2/17
SF State alumnus Tom Ammiano is an LGBT activist and is profiled for LGBT History Month. QSaltLake 10/2/17
SF State alumna Alexandra Shapiro fled political unrest in the Ukraine at 18 and is now the chief marketing officer of a major e-commerce software company. New York Times 10/2/17
Former SF State student Ernest Clark is a homicide victim. San Jose Mercury News 9/30/17
The David Horowitz Freedom Center has put up posters that call students terrorist supporters on several college campuses, including SF State. The Village Voice 10/3/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Francis Neely comments on ranked-choice voting as the Kansas legislature considers adopting it for future elections. The Wichita Eagle 10/2/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan comments on the Equifax security breach. Bloomberg 10/2/17
Lecturer in the School of Public Affairs & Civic Engagement James Dudley discusses shifting the responsibility away from police officers in incidents involving people with mental-health problems. San Jose Mercury News 9/30/17
SF State alumna and cartoonist Breena Nunez is the subject of an interview. Comics Beat 10/1/17
SF State alumnus and musician David Potter is the subject of a profile. Santa Cruz Sentinel 10/1/17
SF State alumna and Bay Area music icon Stephanie Ornelas has died. East Bay Times 10/1/17
SF State alumnus Matt McClinton tutors young students in math at a new tutoring center in Brentwood. East Bay Times 10/1/17
SF State alumnus and legendary San Rafael High School football coach Bob Muster has died at 87. Marin Independent Journal 9/29/17
Islamophobic posters were found at SF State and UC Berkeley. Carbonated TV 9/29/17
SF State’s Project Rebound program, which helps formerly incarcerated people attend college, has turned 50. KQED 9/29/17
Comedian and SF State alumnus Larry Williams is the subject of a profile. Sonoma Index Tribune 9/28/17
The San Clemente Exchange Club honors SF State alumnus Sina Riahi with the 2017 Lifeguard of the Year award. San Clemente Times 9/28/17
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Chanan Tigay talks about his book “The Lost Book of Moses: The Hunt for the World’s Oldest Bible.” KQED’s Forum 9/28/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson filed a California Environmental Quality Act appeal against a major construction project in San Francisco. Curbed 9/27/17; Bay City Beacon 9/27/27; San Francisco Chronicle 9/26/17
Professor of Music and photographer Jassen Todorov is the subject of a profile. Local Santa Cruz 9/26/17
A photo of taken by Professor of Music and photographer Jassen Todorov is one of the entries in the 2017 National Geographic Nature Photographer in the Year contest. BBC.com 9/26/17
SF State student Luis Quiroz is a Dreamer who found sanctuary in San Francisco. Deseret News 9/27/17
SF State alumnus Shannon Faulk is the first black board president of the National History Museum of Los Angeles. Los Angeles Sentinel 9/28/17
SF State alumna Yolanda Lopez is listed as a groundbreaking Latin artist. Dazed 9/27/17
SF State alumnus Hamid Karimi writes a column about “fuzzing” and how it’s used to find security weaknesses in software applications. Techaeris 9/27/17
SF State is mentioned in an op-ed about anti-Semitism on college campuses. Jewish Press 9/28/17
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri writes a column about the Kurdistan Regional Government’s referendum in Iraq. Tehran Times 9/27/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson filed a California Environmental Quality Act appeal against a major construction project in San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 9/26/17
Marian Wright Edelman Institute Director David Anderson comments on the proper way to stand while snowboarding. Transworld Snowboarding 9/26/17
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell discusses money management and spending in an article about stopping impulse purchases. MSN Money 9/22/17
An image shared on Twitter of SF State scientists taking a knee is featured in a story about doctors and scientists joining the NFL protest. DailyMail.com 9/27/17; MogazNews 9/27/17
SF State student Kat McLain attended a free speech rally in Berkeley. News9.com 9/24/17
SF State alumnus Clark Taylor is running for a council seat in St. Tammany Parish in New Orleans. Time-Picayune 9/27/17
Legendary musician and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis talks about how the “greatest hits” album concept was born. East Bay Times 9/26/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Danny Glover is now a diversity ambassador for Airbnb. Vancouver Sun 9/26/17; The Province 9/26/16
The 1960s band The Charlatans formed at SF State. Flashbak 9/25/17
Protests at SF State during the 1960s that called for ethnic studies courses are mentioned in a story about protests on college campuses. The Chronicle of Higher Education 9/26/17
Professor of Kinesiology Maryalice Kern talks about the health benefits of virtual reality games. Gears of Biz 9/26/27
SF State student Kat McLain attended a free speech rally in Berkeley. Business Insider 9/24/17; The Spokesman-Review 9/24/17; Kileen Daily Herald 9/24/17; Observer-Reporter 9/24/17; KPCC 9/24/17; Record-Courier 9/24/17; Fox 40 9/24/17; (This story was distributed nationally by the Associated Press and posted to more than 15 additional media outlet websites.)
Legendary musician and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis talks about how the “greatest hits” album concept was born. San Jose Mercury News 9/26/17
SF State alumna Melba Pattilo Beals was one of the Little Rock Nine. New York Times 9/25/17; Philadelphia Tribune 9/25/17; Fresno Bee 9/25/17; Charlotte Observer 9/25/17; Fort Worth Star Telegram 9/25/17; Miami Herald 9/25/17; Modesto Bee 9/24/17; Las Vegas Sun 9/24/17; (This story was distributed nationally by the Associated Press and posted to more than 15 additional media outlet websites.)
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson argues that a traffic analysis for a high-rise construction project needs to include Uber and Lyft. San Francisco Examiner 9/25/17
Research by Professor Emerita Sarah Soh-Boucher is mentioned in a story about a new statue in Chinatown that honors World War II “comfort women.” Curbed 9/25/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith reacts to President Trump’s statements about NFL players kneeling during the national anthem. San Francisco Chronicle 9/24/17
Kinesiology Lecturer Mandy Ross will share her vintage scrapbook collection at Grand Valley State University. Grand Valley Lanthorn 9/24/17
SF State student Nevin Long writes an article about an Oakland forum on homelessness. San Francisco BayView 9/24/17
SF State student and Dreamer Luis Quiroz is mentioned in a story about supporters of DACA filing a lawsuit against the Trump administration. The Atlanta Voice 9/22/17
SF State alumna Alexandra Shapiro fled political unrest in the Ukraine at 18 and is now the chief marketing officer of a major e-commerce software company. CNBC 9/25/17
SF State alumnus Kevin Anderson is the University of Maryland’s athletic director and holds an annual open forum for student athletes to discuss any topics of concern. Washington Post 9/23/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes a column about the Vietnam War and the Irish Easter Rebellion of 1916. Idaho State Journal 9/22/17
SF State alumna Melba Pattilo Beals was one of the Little Rock Nine. WBAL 9/22/17; Journal Gazette 9/24/17; The Republic 9/24/17
Anti-Muslim posters were found on campus. HuffPost 9/24/17
SF State founding President Frederic Burk is mentioned in a column about the Commonwealth Club finding a permanent home. Marin Independent Journal 9/23/17
SF State Professor Emeritus Robert Cherny talks about why it took two major earthquakes for the city to start building smarter. History.com 9/21/27
SF State student Gabriela Sanchez, who was killed in a car crash last summer, is the subject of a column on the University’s response to her death. El Tecolote 9/21/17
Former SF State student Decensae White is mentioned in a story about a rapper on trial in connection with a murder. Utne Reader 9/22/17
Comedian and SF State alumnus Ronnie Schell is 85 years old and still performing. The Mount Airy News 9/22/17
SF State alumnus Conrad Panganiban’s play about a Filipino labor leader will premiere in San Francisco. Inquirer.net 9/22/17
SF State alumnus Andrew Shahan worked for the Son-Rise program, an intensive behavioral therapy program that aims to help children with autism. Slate 9/22/17
A fire broke out in an apartment tower near SF State. KPIX 9/22/17; SF Gate 9/22/17; San Jose Mercury News 9/22/17; ABC7 News 9/22/17
Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov talks about the military exercises Russia is conducting on the borders of three Baltic NATO member states. PBS 9/20/17
SF State student Jeremy Julian receives an honorable mention from the California Newspaper Publishers Association. The Independent 9/21/17
SF State student Luis Quiroz is a Dreamer who found sanctuary in San Francisco. SF Examiner 9/21/17
SF State alumnus Larry Penny writes a column about coming into contact with a rare white hummingbird. East Hampton Star 9/21/17
SF State alumnus Jesse Lyga works as an assistant wrestling coach at Moorpark College. Thousand Oaks Acorn 9/21/17
Actor, activist and former SF State student Peter Coyote talks about the Summer of Love and the Vietnam War. KQED 9/20/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about the need for a regional approach in the Bay Area to address higher education. Ed Source 9/20/17
A lawsuit filed against SF State alleging anti-Semitism is mentioned in an editorial about the Jewish New Year. J. Weekly 9/19/17
SF State alumnus Andrew Shahan worked for the Son-Rise program, an intensive behavioral therapy program that aims to help children with autism. Spectrum News 9/20/17
SF State alumna Ahalya Srikant writes an op-ed about the end of DACA. The Bay City Beacon 9/19/17
SF State Professor of Management Mitchell Marks comments on the health of retailer Toys“R”Us after the company filed for bankruptcy. ABC7 News 9/18/17
Assistant Professor of Ecology and Evolution Pleuni Pennings discusses the evolution of swine flu. Wired 9/18/17
SF State student Ka Yan Choi is one of the first five student recipients of the Rose Pak Community Fund. SF Examiner 9/19/17
Legendary performer and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis celebrates 61 years of performances with a Sacramento show. Sacramento Bee 9/18/17
SF State alumnus Erik Norma is accused of making terror threats at a nuclear power plant. Fox 5 9/18/17
A poem by SF State alumnus and poet Curtis Zahn is mentioned in a story about World Peace Day. People’s World 9/18/17
SF State alumnus and Vice President of the Cambodia National Rescue Party Mu Sochua writes an op-ed about a recent political crackdown in Cambodia. New York Times 9/14/17
Former SF State student Harry “ATL” Smith plays for the San Quentin Warriors. San Francisco Chronicle 9/18/17
SF State Professor Emeritus Mark Phillips writes about choosing colleges. Marin Independent Journal 9/17/17
SF State alumnus Edgar Velasquez and SF State’s BUILD program are featured in an article about increasing diversity in biomedicine. NPR 9/16/17; WXXI 9/16/17; KPCC 9/16/17
SF State alumnus Ricky Del Zompo became an apprentice with Bell Products of Napa and is now a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Local 104 union. Napa Valley Register 9/16/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan reflects on 9/11. Idaho State Journal 9/15/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about improving curricular cohesion for students. Inside Higher Ed 9/18/17
An SF State study on temperatures inside cars is mentioned in an article about Little Rock, Arkansas, officials seeking guidelines for law enforcement to remove pets from cars in extreme weather situations. Arkansas Democrat-Gazette 9/18/17
SF State is mentioned in a story about a security threat facing video streaming and gaming sites. ETH News 9/15/17
Amy Sueyoshi, associate dean of the College of Ethnic Studies, will be the featured speaker at a public program hosted by the Japanese American National Library in San Francisco’s Japantown on Sept. 16. NBC Bay Area 9/15/17
Alum, actress, comic and author Jennifer Schemke is profiled. Daily Republic 9/15/17
Alum Denize Sanchez spoke at a rally in Hayward last week to protest President Trump’s directive on DACA. East Bay Times 9/15/17
Alum Elisa Steele has joined the board of operational intelligence software company Splunk. Data Economy 9/15/17
Alum Steven Hankle, a choral conductor and educator, will lead a choral workshop for the Kern County High School District. Bakersfield.com 9/15/17
The California Supreme Court will hear San Francisco’s appeal seeking millions of dollars in parking taxes from lots run by three state university campuses, including SF State. San Francisco Examiner 9/14/17
San Francisco State is among several colleges mentioned in this article about campus climate and Jewish students. Middle East Eye 9/13/17
Professor of English Michael Krasny has hosted KQED-FM’s interview program “Forum” for 23 years. San Francisco Chronicle 9/14/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson is quoted in this article about private jitney services in San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 9/14/17
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discusses noncitizen voting in the U.S. Newsweek 9/13/17
Rafael Flores, lecturer in the School of Cinema, wrote the screenplay, directed and edited the new documentary “My People Are Rising: Memoirs of a Black Panther Party Captain.” Vallejo Times-Herald 9/14/17
An SF State study on the effects of social rejection in LGBTQ youth found that they were eight times as likely as accepted peers to attempt suicide, six times as likely to report depression, three times as likely to use illegal drugs and three times as likely to be at risk for HIV or sexually transmitted diseases. Worcester Magazine 9/14/17
A potential botnet at SF State is referenced in an article about cryptocurrency miners. The Merkle 9/14/17
The Alexander String Quartet performs Sunday, Sept. 17, at McKenna Hall. San Francisco Chronicle 9/14/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson is quoted in an article about delays facing a luxury skyscraper project on Van Ness Avenue. San Francisco Examiner 9/13/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Wesley Ueunten is quoted in an article about Okinawan resistance to the U.S. military presence. In These Times 9/12/17
An SF State student is uncertain if she can continue her studies because of the Trump administration’s recent DACA decision. Half Moon Bay Review 9/13/17
An SF State alumnus’ first play as a playwright-in-residence at San Francisco’s Crowded Fire Theater is set to run beginning Monday. San Francisco Chronicle 9/12/17
SF State alumnus Jose Antonio Vargas wrote an op-ed about Dreamers and DACA. The New York Times 9/9/17
A potential botnet at SF State is referenced in an article about cryptocurrency miners. ETHNews 9/12/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith comments on the formation of a progressive alliance in Richmond. KQED 9/12/17
SF State students have been posting sexually explicit Post-It note messages in their dormitory windows. NBC Bay Area 9/11/17
An SF State student is quoted in an article about the uncertainties facing DACA recipients. Huffington Post 9/11/17
A former SF State cheerleader was acquitted of several felony charges after a jury found he acted in self-defense during an incident at a high-rise dorm. KPIX 9/8/17
An SF State alumnus who taught in San Francisco Catholic schools for more than 40 years has died at age 63. Catholic SF 9/14/17
An article about a San Jose political activist mentions the 1968-1969 SF State student strike. KQED 9/12/17
A reader says his brother, who taught psychology at SF State, was visiting him in Queens in 2001 and was supposed to be on Flight 93 on 9/11. Daily News 9/12/17
A team of designers associated with the Romberg Tiburon Center has been chosen as one of 10 design teams to come up with ways the Bay Area could respond to rising sea levels. San Francisco Chronicle 9/11/17
San Francisco Giants catcher Buster Posey will be holding a baseball camp for kids at SF State on Nov. 11. San Francisco Chronicle 9/11/17
Associate Professor of American Indian Studies Melissa Nelson is quoted in an article about a tribal cultural camp in Northern California. The New York Times 9/10/17
An SF State student is quoted in an article about a DACA protest in Petaluma. The Press Democrat 9/10/17
An SF State student is quoted in an article about the uncertainties facing DACA recipients. New American Media 9/8/17
An SF State alumna is profiled for her puppetry work. East Bay Times 9/11/17
Comedian Greg Proops says he discovered his gift for improv while studying at SF State. Broadway World 9/11/17
A former SF State cheerleader was acquitted of several felony charges after a jury found he acted in self-defense during an incident at a high-rise dorm. NBC Los Angeles 9/9/17
An SF State alumnus’ marriage is the subject of a weekend Weddings item. The New York Times 9/9/17
An SF State alumnus writes about the high housing costs facing recent college graduates. Daily Republic 9/9/17
Professor of Latino/Latina Studies Alejandro Murguia is quoted in an article about the Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts. Mission Local 9/8/17
SF State alumna Alicia Garza is interviewed about Charlottesville, Donald Trump and the Democratic Party. Mother Jones 9/8/17
An SF State alumna is co-directing an adaptation of The Wizard of Oz at a San Francisco theater. Broadway World 9/8/17
A former SF State cheerleader was acquitted of several felony charges after a jury found he acted in self-defense during an incident at a high-rise dorm. The Associated Press 9/8/17
SF State alumna Arumi is interviewed about her career as a music producer and DJ. KQED 9/7/17
An SF State alumna’s artwork is being featured at a Sonoma wine shop. Sonoma Index-Tribune 9/7/17
The 1968-1969 student strike at SF State is mentioned in a column about what happens when Black Studies faculty speak out on political issues. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 9/7/17
New Deal-era artist Victor Arnautoff is the subject of an exhibit opening next week at SF State’s Labor Archives and Research Center. San Francisco Chronicle 9/7/17
Lecturer Bill Sokol comments on a labor dispute at Tesla’s Fremont plant. KQED 9/6/17
An SF State student who was born in Mexico and came to the U.S. when he was 5 years old is quoted in a column about the DACA program. San Francisco Chronicle 9/7/17
An article about last month’s Bay Area Rally Against Hate mentions that an SF State student is the only participant who faces any charges from the protest. Socialist Worker 9/7/17
An SF State student who is a member of the League of Filipino Students is quoted in an article about the DACA program. Inquirer 9/7/17
An article about film creator Del Shores’ upcoming appearance at a movie screening mentions that his daughter lives in San Francisco and is an SF State alumna. The Bay Area Reporter 9/7/17
An SF State alumna is profiled for her political activism. CV Independent 9/6/17
SF State President Les Wong was interviewed about the Trump administration’s decision to end the DACA program. KQED 9/5/17 (clip not available online)
SF State tests the aerobic benefits of virtual reality games. San Francisco Chronicle 9/5/17
SF State students protested and spoke out against the Trump administration’s decision to end the DACA program. The Guardian 9/6/17; KTVU 9/5/17; NBC Bay Area 9/5/17
An article about education leaders speaking out against the Trump administration’s DACA decision notes that SF State has 700 to 750 students who are undocumented. San Francisco Examiner 9/6/17
Assistant Professor of Sociology Valerie Francisco-Menchavez’s family’s finances are detailed in a video about the cost of living in San Francisco. Vice Money 9/5/17
An SF State alumna has made a name of herself in Marin and Sonoma counties for her concert poster designs. Pacific Sun 9/6/17
A Stanford University study finds low levels of anti-Semitism on college campuses, including at SF State. The Jewish News of Northern California 9/6/17; Tablet 9/6/17
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk is quoted in an article about the history of voter suppression in the U.S. MPR News 9/5/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith is quoted in an article comparing Joe Paterno and Bill Cosby. Blackpressusa 9/4/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson has appealed a decision by the San Francisco Planning Commission to approve a building project at the corner of Market and Van Ness. San Francisco Examiner 9/5/17; 48hills
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson is quoted in an article about data that shows Uber and Lyft usage in San Francisco neighborhoods. San Francisco Examiner 9/3/17
An SF State student used a Post-It Note window message to invite other students to a movie night. Belfast Telegraph 9/5/17
SF State students attended an Oakland rally to oppose the possible end of the DACA program and to support undocumented immigrants. El Tecolote 9/4/17
SF State alumnus Jose Carlos Diaz, chief curator of the Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh, is scheduled to speak at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Cleveland. Cleveland Scene 9/5/17
SF State alumna Laurie Zoloth, an Orthodox Jewish woman who was the inaugural director of SF State’s Jewish studies program, has been named dean of the University of Chicago Divinity School. World Religion News 9/4/17
SF State alumna Chandra Levy’s murder is the subject of a new documentary. Earn the Necklace 9/4/17
A lawsuit against SF State is mentioned in a column about the US-Israel relationship. The Times of Israel 9/5/17
An ethnic studies scholar who has just joined Yale’s faculty mentions SF State’s 1968-1969 student strike in an interview. Yale Daily News 9/5/17
SF State students’ participation in the 1969-1971 Native American occupation of Alcatraz Island is remembered in an article about the first five days of the occupation. Indian Country Today 9/2/17
An article about Chinese homebuyers in the Bay Area says that 28 percent of the students at SF State are Asian. Bisnow 9/1/17
A book reviewer looks at Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri’s book on post-Khomeini Iran. Middle East Quarterly Fall 2017
Two SF State students are quoted in articles about the potential effects of an end to the federal DACA program. San Francisco Chronicle 8/31/17; El Tecolote 8/31/17
An SF State alumna has written a play that is scheduled to run in Redwood City through Oct. 8. Redwood City Path 9/1/17
A former SF State academic counselor has been hired at Los Medanos College. Los Medanos Experience 8/31/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson has appealed a decision by the San Francisco Planning Commission to approve a building project at the corner of Market and Van Ness. 48hills 8/30/17
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin’s estimates on the military health care costs of transgender service members are cited in an article about Donald Trump’s transgender military ban. Hornet 8/30/17
Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov is quoted in an article about the possible foreign policy implications from Steve Bannon’s White House departure. Al Monitor 8/29/17
Two articles look at entrepreneur Aaron Stanton’s virtual reality research partnership with the Department of Kinesiology. VR Fitness Insider 8/29/17; Wareable 8/19/17
An SF State alumna’s Las Vegas restaurant has gotten some local buzz since opening in May. Las Vegas Weekly 8/31/17
An SF State alumna writes an op-ed questioning the use of the term “antifa.” San Francisco Examiner 8/31/17
SF State alumnus Carl Weathers, known for his role as Apollo Creed in “Rocky,” is directing a play in Santa Monica. The Argonaut 8/30/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about a book that looks at whether higher education is adequately serving the Bay Area. Inside Higher Ed 8/31/17
The San Francisco-Marin Food Bank recently opened a food bank at SF State that serves about 100 students. Marin Independent Journal 8/30/17
SF State research is used in a graphic illustrating what happens when you leave small children inside a hot car. The Orange County Register 8/30/17
Professor of Kinesiology Marialice Kern and the department’s virtual reality research are cited in an article says about exercising in the morning. NBC News 8/30/17
An SF State student has been charged with two misdemeanors — assault on a police officer and resisting arrest — following Saturday’s protests in Berkeley. East Bay Times 8/29/17
An SF State student from Petaluma has received the Eagle Scout Award. The Argus-Courier 8/29/17
SF State alumna Laurie Zoloth, an Orthodox Jewish woman who was the inaugural director of SF State’s Jewish studies program, has been named dean of the University of Chicago Divinity School. The Times of Israel 8/30/17; Cleveland Jewish News 8/29/17; Deseret News 8/29/17
An SF State alumna has been performing with her band, D. Marie and The Housecats. The Mercury News 8/30/17
An SF State alumna who bought San Francisco’s Beep’s Burgers in 2014 has opened a location in Danville. The Mercury News 8/29/17
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri writes in an op-ed that the absence of a hegemonic power on the world stage could bring greater regional uncertainty. Tehran Times 8/28/17
SF State alumnus Jeffrey Heyman, who was the first punk rock DJ at SF State radio station KSFS in 1977, will host a new community radio program on the history of punk rock and New Wave on KACR. East Bay Times 8/29/17
An SF State alumna who had a double lung transplant won five swimming medals at the World Transplant Games. East Bay Times 8/29/17
An SF State alumna has created a healthy snack business out of her home kitchen. East Bay Times 8/29/17
An SF State alumnus has expanded his San Francisco cookie-making business by opening a shop in Berkeley. East Bay Times 8/28/17
A man who pleaded guilty to torturing and murdering an SF State student in 1985 is one of 18 California death row prisoners who could have an execution date set within a year following a recent state Supreme Court ruling. San Francisco Chronicle 8/26/17
SF State President Les Wong spoke at a gathering of faith and civic leaders opposed to last weekend’s planned Patriot Prayer event. The Jewish News of Northern California 8/26/17
SF State is one of several higher education institutions that have begun using Oracle’s enterprise performance management cloud solution for planning and forecasting. Accounting Today 8/25/17
SF State student Michaela Azzopardi is quoted in an article about workers struggling with the gig economy. San Francisco Chronicle 8/24/17
An article profiles SF State student Stephanie Ortiz, who is balancing life as a full-time student and a single mother. El Tecolote 8/24/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel participates in a roundtable discussion on the NRA, gun control and gun rights. The Trace 8/25/17
Professor of History Dawn Bohulano Mabalon talks about Filipino immigration to San Francisco in an article about the opening of a night market in the city. The Inquirer 8/25/17
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin says in a statement that is “unconscionable” that President Donald Trump is preparing to give the Pentagon formal authority to expel transgender people from the military. Courthouse News Service 8/24/17; Star Beacon 8/24/17; Stars and Stripes 8/24/17; The Washington Examiner 8/24/17; The New York Times 8/23/17; Jezebel 8/23/17
College of Ethnic Studies dean Kenneth Monteiro alleges discrimination in lawsuit against University. San Francisco Chronicle 8/23/17
Professor of Biology Katharyn Boyer is working to protect shoreline at Blackie’s Pasture in Marin County from rising tides. The Ark 8/23/17 (clip not available online)
Criminal Justice Lecturer Jim Dudley discusses how San Francisco and other cities are preparing for rallies by far right wing and white nationalist groups. KQED Forum 8/18/17
Professor of Physics Zhigang Chen's work is highlighted in an article about researchers using light to explore biological tissues. Optics & Photonics News 8/10/17
The son of SF State alumnus Dwight Crocker, who starred in basketball in the 1990s, is a coveted high school football recruit. Sacramento Bee 8/25/17
SF State alumna Opal Palmer Adisa has been named director of the Institute for Gender and Development Studies at the University of the West Indies. Trinidad and Tobago Newsday 8/25/17
SF State alumnus Justin Mott talks about the business side of being a photojournalist. Amateur Photographer 8/22/17
A 2016 YouTube confrontation between two SF State students over dreadlocks is cited in an article about thought conformity on university campuses. The Spectator 8/26/17
“Birth of the Dragon,” a largely fictionalized film that features Bruce Lee as a main character, includes a scene at a martial arts tournament set at SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 8/24/17
Former SF State professor Ed McCaughan helped curate an art show in San Francisco on queer Chicanos and Mexicans. San Francisco Chronicle 8/24/17
SF State research on the workout benefits of virtual reality games is featured in a news roundup. Sacramento Business Journal 8/23/17; The Mercury News 8/21/17
SF State alumna Alice Ruiz has been awarded an Ignite Fund grant to attend a conference for theater costume designers. BroadwayWorld San Francisco 8/22/17
Ocean Avenue’s role as a major artery between SF State and City College is mentioned in an article about a proposed housing development near the Balboa Park BART station. San Francisco Business Times 8/23/17
The 1968 SF State student strike is cited in an article about a federal judge’s ruling against a 2010 Arizona law that effectively banned a Mexican-American studies program. Remezcla 8/23/17
SF State officials have asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by current and former Jewish students. The Jewish News of Northern California 8/22/17; The Washington Free Beacon 8/22/17
SF State plans to launch a Black Unity Center this fall, as well as a Division of Equity and Community Inclusion. Campus Reform 8/22/17
SF State police are investigating an attempted burglary in an on-campus dorm on Monday. San Francisco Examiner 8/22/17
SF State student Amber Ly does an audio essay about how positive stereotypes affect Asian-American students. KALW 8/21/17
Associate Professor of Raza Studies and Education Administration and Interdisciplinary Studies Jeff Duncan-Andrade is scheduled to speak at a Minnesota school district event next week. Eden Prairie News 8/22/17
Professor of Physics Zhigang Chen's work is highlighted in an article about researchers using light to explore biological tissues. New Scientist 8/22/17; Biophotonics World 8/21/17
Clare Hedin, a lecturer in the College of Business, has filed proposed language for an initiative that would call for a constitutional convention on California's independence. LA Weekly 8/22/17
Associate Professor of Physics Joseph Barranco is interviewed in an article about preparations in San Francisco to view Monday's eclipse. San Francisco Examiner 8/20/17
SF State alumna Jamie Tran's new restaurant, Black Sheep, is mentioned in an article about Asian fusion food in Las Vegas. The Daily Meal 8/22/17
SF State alumnus Vincent Matthews is interviewed about his new position as superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District. KALW 8/21/17
SF State alumnus Aaron Gildengorin has been hired as vice principal at Sonoma Valley High School. Sonoma Index-Tribune 8/21/17
A woman identified as "Suzi" in an article about a 1959-1960 Yale University sex scandal mentions that she met her husband, an SF State history student, during the Summer of Love. Tablet 8/21/17
SF State alumnus Anthony Lucas' San Francisco cookie shop is mentioned on a list of best Bay Area cookies. KQED Food 8/21/17
SF State officials have asked a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by current and former Jewish students. San Francisco Chronicle 8/21/17
The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission unveiled its Holloway Avenue Green Street project, which will improve drainage along a bicycle corridor between SF State and the Balboa Park BART station. SF Streets Blog 8/18/17
SF State Associate Professor of Journalism Rachel Kanigel is quoted in an article about software that can keep instructors from mangling hard-to-pronounce student names. Ed Surge 8/18/17
Radio host, author and Professor of English Language and Literature Michael Krasny is slated to speak in Petaluma. Petaluma Argus Courier 8/18/17
Associate Dean of Ethnic Studies Amy Sueyoshi will speak during a public event in San Francisco about the history and experiences of Asian Americans in the LGBT community. The Rafu Shimpo 8/17/17
Clare Hedin, a lecturer in the College of Business, is the leader of California Calls for a Constitutional Convention, a group calling for the state’s independence. San Jose Mercury News 8/17/17
SF State research on the workout benefits of virtual reality games is featured in a news roundup. Silicon Beat 8/18/17
SF State's "Comics and Culture" class is listed as one of the most offbeat classes offered in the Bay Area this fall. SF Gate 8/18/17
The man who killed SF State alumnus Eunsoon Jun in 2002 is believed to have been a serial killer during the 1980s. San Jose Mercury News 8/18/17
Associate Dean of Ethnic Studies Amy Sueyoshi will serve as a judge in this year’s Gay Asian Pacific Alliance (GAPA) Runway. The Bay Area Reporter 8/17/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi is mentioned in an opinion piece about Palestinian identity and resistance. Truthout 8/17/17
Brandon Davis, associate director of athletics for communications and fan development at SF State, is the subject of a profile that traces his career from Dominican University to the SF State. Marin Independent Journal 8/16/17
SF State alumnus and superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District Vince Matthews is profiled in a story about homegrown school superintendents. KQED 8/16/17
SF State alumna Laura Millar started LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired’s sexual health program. HuffPost 8/17/17; Bay Area Reporter 8/17/17
SF State alumna Brenda Holloway Johnson will perform Whitney Houston songs with her band Pride & Joy in Vallejo. Vallejo Times Herald 8/17/17
Oakland playwright and SF State alumnus Marcus Gardley’s play “Black Odyssey” is being performed at the California Shakespeare Theater. Berkeleyside 8/17/17
Playwright, performer and former SF State student Taylor Mac Bowyer is the subject of a profile. San Francisco Magazine 8/17/17
Musician and SF State alumnus Will Kiel will play classical guitar during the Sonora Bach Festival. Sierra Lodestar 8/16/17
In 1967, SF State students rented out several houses in the Haight- Ashbury neighborhood just as hippies were flooding the city. SF Weekly 8/16/17
Assistant Professor of Cinema Cheryl Dunye comments in an article about a new storytelling video series. The Drum 8/16/17
Professor and Chair of the Department of Kinesiology Marialice Kern comments on SF State conducting leading-edge research into virtual reality and fitness. Virtual Reality Reporter 8/16/17;VR Focus 8/16/17; I4U News 8/16/17;UploadVR 8/16/17
SF State alumna Angela Greenwood is profiled in a story about her job as anchor and reporter at CBS13-Sacramento. East Bay Times 8/15/17
SF State opening its first community-themed dorm floor for African American students is mentioned in a story about a new black student orientation program at University of San Francisco. CBS SF Bay Area 8/15/17
SF State alumna Elizabeth “Lizzie” Beasley from Dublin is missing, and the East Bay community is asking the public for help. KRON4 8/15/17; Dublin Patch 8/15/17; SFist 8/15/17
Executive Director of Budget Administration & Operations Elena Stoian comments on SF State implementing cloud-based solutions to more easily manage financial data. New Kerala 8/14/17; Business Insider 8/14/17
Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson comments in an article about a bike-share program targeted at reducing carbon emissions and traffic congestion. San Francisco Examiner 8/14/17
Associate Professor of American Indian Studies Melissa Nelson has written a chapter in the new volume “Critically Sovereign: Indigenous Gender, Sexuality, and Feminist Studies” and talks about eco-eroticism and indigenous oral narratives. KPFA 8/14/17
Professor of International Relations Sanjoy Banerjee comments in an article about the tensions between the U.S. and North Korea. ABC 7 News 8/11/17
A reader writes a letter about the alleged exclusion of SF Hillel from a campus civil rights information fair. J. Weekly 8/13/17
Artist and SF State alumnus Dylan Silver will display underwater pictures of Lake Tahoe at the Carson City Community Center. Sierra Sun 8/13/17
SF State student Gabriela Sanchez has died at 23. El Tecolote 8/10/17
SF State alumna Mayara Brandao Dusheyko is quoted in a column about efforts to get more minorities in tech. San Francisco Chronicle 8/11/17
SF State alumnus Oliver Tree is profiled ahead of his performance at Outside Lands. Sfbay.ca 8/10/17
A basketball game against SF State is mentioned in an article about Ray Crawford’s selection to the Northern California Sports Association Hall of Fame. Herald and News 8/11/17
The 1968 debate at SF State over what to name the College of Ethnic Studies’ La Raza Studies (now Latina/Latino Studies) is mentioned in a column about the term “Latinx.” El Tecolote 8/10/17
SF State professor emeritus Harvey Peskin is mentioned in an article about San Francisco Supervisor Aaron Peskin. The Jewish News of Northern California 8/10/17
Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson comments in a story about a stadium being built for the Atlanta Braves in suburban Cobb County. Deadspin 8/10/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk is quoted in an article about a proposal in Maryland to let noncitizens vote. The New York Times 8/10/17
SF State alumna B Vivit has been hired as an instructor at the United Bicycle Institute. Bicycle Retailer 8/10/17
Allen Ginsburg’s stint as a teacher at SF State is mentioned in an article that lists a book about the Beats as one of its weekly recommended reads. The New York Times 8/10/17
The cost of student parking at SF State is mentioned in an article about student parking at Cal State East Bay. The Pioneer 8/10/17
SF State student Brontë Sorotsky writes about the high cost of living in San Francisco. Youth Radio 8/9/17
SF State alumnus Larry Pratt has been hired to be the new vice principal at Albany High School. Albany Patch 8/9/17
Concord City Councilman and SF State alumnus Ron Leone has announced that he will run for Contra Costa County superintendent of schools in 2018. East Bay Times 8/9/17
SF State alumni and filmmakers Curtis Grout and Chris Iversen collaborated on the documentary “The Story of Diana” for ABC. The Union 8/8/17
SF State alumna Avani Patel writes about six ways funders can help support quality education for all students and improve communities in the process. Stanford Social Innovation Review 8/8/17
SF State did not make the list when the Jewish newspaper the Forward ranked the best colleges for Jewish students. J. Weekly 8/9/17
Former SF State assistant baseball coach Tyler LaTorre has been hired as assistant baseball coach and recruiting coordinator for NCAA Division I San Jose State. Santa Cruz Sentinel 8/8/17
SF State alumnus Steve Voorhies comments in an article about Camp Concord’s 50th anniversary. East Bay Times 8/8/17
SF State alumnus Bruce Fessier writes about the celebration of the Summer of Love in San Francisco. The Desert Sun 8/7/17
SF State alumna Helen Jenkins is the new chief operating officer at Alkahest, a clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. DOTmed HealthCare Business News 8/7/17; PR Newswire 8/7/17
Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell comments on a new study on happiness in an article about ways to squeeze more joy out of every day. Time 8/7/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Ronald Hayduk comments on how noncitizens used to be able to vote in U.S. elections. The Baltimore Sun 8/6/17
An economic impact report on the music festival Outside Lands conducted by Professor of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Patrick Tierney is mentioned in an article about the festival. San Francisco Chronicle 8/5/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes about actor and playwright Sam Shepard, who recently died at 73. Idaho State Journal 8/4/17
Former drug dealer Malik Wade speaking at SF State is mentioned in an article about his new book in which he details his journey from FBI fugitive to community leader. Atlanta Black Star 8/7/17
A strike at SF State is mentioned in a new book about the history of the Mission district. Mission Local 8/7/17
SF State and other California state universities are adding dorm rooms as a strategy for raising graduation rates. Los Angeles Daily News 8/6/17
Former SF State soccer head coach Matt Barnes’ current team Midland-Odessa FC holds a unique place in the United States soccer landscape. Odessa American 8/4/17
SF State officials have concluded that SF Hillel was improperly excluded from a campus civil rights information fair early this year. J. Weekly 8/4/17
Former SF State wrestling coach Sal Garcia was fired as head coach at Calvary Chapel. The Orange County Register 8/4/17
SF State Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson is quoted in an article about the design and placement of freeways in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 8/4/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan is quoted in an article that says co-workers often emphasize interpersonal behaviors like helpfulness when providing references for colleagues. Society for Human Resource Management 8/4/17
Professor of Physics Zhigang Chen is quoted in an article about research into marine bacteria, lasers and light. Physics 8/4/17
Professor of Urban Studies Jasper Rubin is quoted in an article about plans for a waterfront facility for Anchor Brewing. San Francisco Chronicle 8/3/17
An article profiles Michael Santos, who earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree while in prison then went on to teach criminal justice courses at SF State. Orange County Register 8/3/17
SF State Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson has filed a lawsuit opposing a housing development at the corner of Van Ness and Oak. SF Weekly 8/2/17
SF State alumnus David Peterson has been awarded the lead role in “Hair,” which will run at San Francisco’s Great Star Theater. The Garrett County Republican 8/3/17
SF State alumna Stephanie Flores is interviewed in an article about undocumented immigrants with criminal records. Capital & Main 8/3/17
Two San Francisco Unified School District officials write about the district’s ethnic studies course, which teachers originally designed in collaboration with SF State. Education Week 8/3/17
Latina/Latino Studies Lecturer Nestor Castillo writes about Central American migrants. El Tecolote 8/2/17
SF State alumna Elizabeth Carlen comments in an article about a subspecies of elephant shrew recently being elevated to full species status. Phys.org 8/2/17; MTNV 8/2/17
An SF State study on temperatures inside vehicles is cited in an article about a couple arrested for leaving their child in a hot car. WALB News 8/2/17; WCTV 8/2/17; WFXL 8/2/17; The Valdosta Daily Times 8/2/17; WTXL 8/2/17
Basketball player Jenna Bandy got injured in a game against SF State but bounced back and is now a head coach. The Acorn 8/2/17
An SF State study on the temperatures inside automobiles is cited in an article about the danger of leaving children and pets in hot cars. The Daily Record 8/2/17
A strike at SF State organized by the Third World Liberation Front is listed in an article about acts of resistance that aren’t often taught in school. YES! Magazine 8/1/17
Professor of Theatre Arts Larry Eilenberg comments in an article about actor and playwright Sam Shepard, who recently died at 73. SFGate 7/31/17
SF State alumnus and former police officer Matthew Ornellas is suing the city of Piedmont saying he was harassed and wrongfully fired. East Bay Times 8/1/17
SF State alumna and writer Deb Cotton, who was wounded in a shooting in New Orleans in 2013, recently died and is profiled in a story. New Orleans Magazine 8/1/17
Allen Ginsberg teaching at SF State is mentioned in a review of a new book based on the lectures he taught on the Beat Generation between 1977 and 1994. The New York Times 8/1/17
IT workers at SF State are mentioned in an article about the tech industry’s view on immigration. National Review 8/1/17
A hacker claims the confidential information of SF State students may have been breached in 2014 through an internet security flaw. ETHNews 7/31/17
An SF State report examining the environmental equity of cap and trade is mentioned in an article about pollution issues in California. Huffington Post 7/31/17
An article about seniors still going strong mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. Daily Herald 7/30/17
Professor Emeritus Raymond Pestrong talked about the life of ants. KQED 7/29/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Beth Ossino comments in an article about an insurance company taking over a futuristic building on the Stockton waterfront. Central Valley Business Times 7/30/17
An SF State graduate student worked as a babysitter for a child care company that’s being investigated for not paying its sitters. KFJX 7/30/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State report examining the environmental equity of cap and trade is mentioned in an article about pollution issues in California. Berkeley Patch 7/31/17
A hacker claims the confidential information of SF State students in 2014 may have been breached through an internet security flaw. San Francisco Examiner 7/31/17; KNTV 7/31/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State study on temperatures inside vehicles is cited in an article about the dangers of leaving children alone in cars. Longview News-Journal 7/31/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about California state universities adding dorm rooms as a strategy for raising graduation rates. EdSource 7/30/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Catriona Rueda Esquibel co-wrote a book called “Decolonize Your Diet: Plant-Based Mexican-American Recipes for Health and Healing.” AlterNet 7/28/17
SF State alumna Nashelly Chavez mentions the SF State Police Department in a story about police at the California State Fair. Sacramento Bee 7/27/17
SF State alumnus Kerry Loewen has been chosen as the new dean of the arts and humanities at Santa Rosa Junior College. Press Democrat 7/27/17; North Bay Business Journal 7/27/17
SF State alumnus Josh Gannis is the new executive director of the Eastside Heritage Center in Bellevue, Washington. Bellevue Reporter 7/27/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about the rise of anti-Semitism on college campuses. American Thinker 7/28/17
The Summer Equity Summit was held at SF State. KCBS 7/27/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell comments on a recent study on how certain purchases that save time can lead to increased happiness. Financial Review 7/27/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson comments on Bay Area traffic conditions. KPIX 7/27/27; KCBS 7/27/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman commented on President Donald Trump’s use of Twitter to make policy announcements. KCBS 7/26/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin comments on President Donald Trump’s decision to ban transgender people from serving in the U.S. military. UPI 7/26/17; Money Magazine 7/26/17; KQED 7/26/17; KCBS 7/26/17 (clips not available online)
SF State student Julius Lau comments on climate change in a recent poll of Californians on how they hope leaders address the issue. San Jose Mercury News 7/27/17
An SF State student group joined a crowd of protesters at the Philippine Consulate in Union Square to demonstrate against Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. Inquirer.net 7/27/17
Former Oakland principal and SF State alumna Dhamerr Carlotta Ahmad has passed away at 77. Oakland Post 7/25/17
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin comments on President Donald Trump’s decision to ban transgender people from serving in the U.S. military. Rare 7/26/17; Federal News Radio 7/26/17; The Virginian-Pilot 7/26/17; Washington Examiner 7/26/17; Entertainment Weekly 7/26/17; The New York Times 7/26/17; The Washington Post 7/26/17; The Mercury News 7/26/17; Refinery29 7/26/17; Radio New Zealand 7/26/17; RTÉ 7/26/17; Norwich Bulletin 7/26/17; The Daily Beast 7/26/17; Daily Herald 7/26/17; Jezebel 7/26/17;Buzz Nigeria 7/26/17; NBC News 7/26/17; The Hill 7/26/17; Reuters 7/26/17; Metro Weekly 7/26/17; Roll Call 7/26/17; Military.com 7/26/17
The Macy’s at the Stonestown Galleria mall near SF State could be replaced by new retail stores, restaurants and a movie theater. The Mercury News 7/25/17
A psychologist at SF State was quoted in a story about how the way you spend your money directly affects your happiness. KTVU 7/25/17; KCBA 7/25/17 (clips not available online)
Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell comments in an article about a new study on happiness. Today 7/24/17
KACR Program Director and SF State alumna Danielle Serna comments in an article about the Alameda radio station returning to the community. East Bay Times 7/25/17
The Connecticut Society of Certified Public Accountants has reappointed SF State alumna Lany Pfeifer to serve as a member-at-large of its advisory council. Hartford Courant 7/25/17
Actor and SF State alumna Annette Bening comments on her role in the movie “20th Century Women.” Stuff.co.nz 7/25/17
SF State alumnus, rapper and activist Boots Riley makes his directorial debut with the film “Sorry to Bother You.” San Francisco Chronicle 7/24/17
Seven years after SF State alumnus Adolfo Ignacio Celedón Bravo was killed, his fiancée still honors his memory. Berkeleyside 7/24/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about how people who pay someone to complete household tasks are more satisfied with life. Daily Comet 7/25/17
An SF State study on the internal temperatures of a car is cited in an article about what to do when seeing dogs stuck in hot cars. Winston-Salem Journal 7/24/17
An SF State study finds that doing something creative during your weekends leads to renewed focus during the week. Entrepreneur 7/24/17
Children from Richmond’s Spanish-speaking community learned about DNA from SF State researchers. KCBS 7/24/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhad commented on tensions concerning the Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem. Al Jazeera 7/24/17 (clip not available online)
Professor Emeritus Raymond Pestrong talked about the life of ants. KQED 7/24/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna and audio engineer Kelley Coyne is profiled in an article series celebrating 20 local women artists, creatives and makers. KQED 7/24/17
SF State alumna and CEO for the non-profit Self-Help for the Elderly Anni Chung talked about her organization’s work. KCBS 7/23/17 (clip not available online)
Former SF State football player Mike Hunter will be inducted into the Vintage High School Athletic Hall of Fame. Napa Valley Register 7/23/17
The K-Pop Summer Festival was recently held at SF State. KRON 7/22/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhad writes about Zionism and allegations of anti-Semitism at SF State. Mondoweiss 7/21/17
Associate Professor of Biology Vance Thomas Vredenburg comments on new research on threatened salamander populations. Science 7/21/17
SF State alumnus Aaron Olson is front man for the band L.A. Takedown, which just released its well-received second album. Del Mar Times 7/20/17
An SF State study on temperatures inside vehicles is cited in an article about preventing the deaths of children left in hot cars. KSST Radio 7/21/17
A 2016 SF State study on American Muslim children is mentioned in a story about how anti-Muslim sentiments threaten religious freedom. Toronto Star 7/21/17
An SF State study on rising temperatures inside of vehicles is referenced in a story about a woman facing homicide charges after her 1-year-old was found dead inside a car. The State 7/20/17
SF State Professor Emerita Lynn Fox opposes the opening of a new marijuana dispensary in San Francisco’s Sunset District. Bay Area Reporter 7/20/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Biology Robyn Crook comments on newly published research on giant squid. New York Times 7/19/17
SF State Osher Life Long Learning Institute instructor Michael Fox reviews a documentary on the unsung heroes of Hollywood’s Golden Age of cinema. J. Weekly 7/19/17
A video shared by SF State student Jashandeep Kahlon of Mexicans and Punjabis dancing together has gone viral. KTVU 7/19/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Ian Hopp is acting in numerous roles this summer in the Sacramento Area. Sacramento News and Review 7/20/17
SF State’s International Center for the Arts is mentioned in an article about places where jazz musician Jimmy Cobb performed. Branford Patch 7/20/17
SF State alumna Anni Chung was recognized for her service as the longtime director of Bay Area nonprofit Self-Help for the Elderly. KCBS 7/19/17; KPIX 7/19/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Political Science Ronald Hayduk comments on how noncitizens used to be able to vote in U.S. elections. Time 7/18/17
SF State alumnus Hatem Bazian, a senior lecturer in UC Berkeley’s Department of Ethnic Studies, is the focus of an article about his role in the Israel-Palestine conflict. The Jewish Voice 7/19/17
SF State alumnus and Santa Clarita Valley Boys and Girls Club Manager Matt Nelson has been promoted to chief executive officer for the club. SCV News 7/19/17; KHTS 7/18/17
SF State alumna and porn star Nina Hartley has teamed with Pornhub to create the campaign “Nina Hartley’s Old School: A Complete Guide to Safe Sex After 65.” Vice 7/19/17
Superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District and SF State alumnus Vincent Matthews said the district recruits many new teachers from local universities, including SF State. KTVU 7/18/17; KCBA 7/18/17 (clips not available online)
Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat’s visit to SF State last year is mentioned in an op-ed about understanding Israel-Palestine debates on campus. J. Weekly 7/19/17
The students suing SF State over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination are mentioned in an op-ed about the University and anti-Semitism. The Algemeiner 7/19/17
All members on the Laney College women’s track and field team have been offered full scholarships from several universities, including SF State. East Bay Times 7/19/17
A video shared by SF State student Jashandeep Kahlon of Mexicans and Punjabis dancing together has gone viral. People 7/18/17
An article about aging mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. Sarasota Herald-Tribune 7/18/17
An SF State graduate student worked as a babysitter for a child care company that’s being investigated for not paying its sitters. WTVT 7/17/17 (clip not available online)
The organization Youth Speaks, founded by SF State alumnus James Kass, is still going strong after more than 20 years. KALW 7/17/17
SF State alumnus Taylor Wade was profiled in a story about his baseball career. KBOI 7/17/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State study on posture is referenced in an article about how slouching isn’t as bad as people might think. The Express Tribune 7/18/17
The Chinese Language Bridge Competition held at SF State is mentioned in an article about how more Americans see the benefits of learning Chinese. New China 7/18/17
Associate Dean of Ethnic Studies Amy Sueyoshi was profiled in a short documentary. KOFY 7/16/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi writes about students suing SF State over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. Mondoweiss 7/14/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments in an article about San Francisco Supervisor Hillary Ronen asking for additional staff positions in various city departments. San Francisco Chronicle 7/14/17
SF State alumnus, rapper and activist Boots Riley makes his directorial debut with the film “Sorry to Bother You.” The Mercury News 7/17/17
SF State students are suing the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. The Potrero View 7/17/17
The California State University chancellor’s office has named a liaison to monitor the campus climate for Jewish students at SF State. J. Weekly 7/14/17
SF State is mentioned in the Forbes campaign #MyTopCollege, which encourages students and faculty to show their school spirit through social media. Forbes 7/14/17
SF State Professor Emeritus Lynn Fox opposes a former Oakland mayor’s plan to open a marijuana dispensary in San Francisco’s Sunset District. East Bay Times 7/14/17
Economic projections by Associate Professor of Economics Phil King were included in an article about a sand mine closing in Monterey County. Monterey County Now 7/13/17
SF State Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi is mentioned in an article about a peace rally held in Berkeley. Workers World 7/13/17
SF State alumnus Faustino Cadiz makes his directorial debut with the play “Once Upon a Mattress.” Daily Republic 7/14/17
Property in Kingston, New York, will be named after SF State alumna and avant-garde composer Pauline Oliveros. Daily Freeman News 7/13/17
Former SF State student Carlos Carvajal is profiled in a story about his dance career. KALW 7/13/17
SF State alumnus and singer Johnny Mathis is mentioned in an article about Bay Area athletes who have had a wide impact on American society. San Francisco Chronicle 7/12/17
An opinion piece explores alleged anti-Semitism at SF State. J. Weekly 7/13/17
Associate Professor of Sociology Clare Sears will take part in a panel discussion at the opening of the exhibit “Faces from the Past: Bay Area Queer Lives Before 1930” at the GLBT History Museum. SFist 7/11/17
A live 35-piece orchestra, led by the SF State Wind Ensemble, will play Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring” at Burning Man. San Francisco Chronicle 7/11/17
An SF State study found that spending money on tickets to live events can bring happiness for years. WTTV 7/11/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Ebony Ortega is profiled in a story about homeless Bay Area college students. KQED 7/12/17
An SF State graduate student worked as a babysitter for a child care company that’s being investigated for not paying its sitters. WTFX 7/12/17 (clip not available online)
Former SF State student Michael Gallardo is the president of the Log Cabin Republicans’ San Francisco chapter. Bay Area Reporter 7/13/17
Artist and former SF State student Emily Fromm creates graphic illustrations of San Francisco cityscapes at night, and her work is currently being exhibited at an SF gallery. SF Gate 7/12/17
Former SF State student Hatem Bazian, a senior lecturer in UC Berkeley’s Department of Ethnic Studies, founded the student group Students for Justice in Palestine. Algemeiner 7/12/17
A journalist comes to the SF State campus to test smartglasses that connect the blind to remote human guides. KQED 7/13/17
An SF State study that links people’s emotions to their posture is mentioned in a news brief. KPLA 7/12/17 (clip not available online)
A documentary on civil rights protests at SF State is part of a March on Washington Film Festival happening this month. NBC Washington 7/12/17
Associate Professor of Sociology Clare Sears will take part in a panel discussion at the opening of the exhibit “Faces from the Past: Bay Area Queer Lives Before 1930” at the GLBT History Museum. SFist 7/11/17
A live 35-piece orchestra, led by the SF State Wind Ensemble, will play Stravinsky’s “Rite of Spring” at Burning Man. San Francisco Chronicle 7/11/17
An SF State study found that spending money on tickets to live events can bring happiness for years. WTTV 7/11/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Health Education Ramon Castellblanch writes about the Republican attempt to dismantle Obamacare. The Progressive 7/10/17
SF State alumnus Van Tran is one of 10 finalists for the 13th Annual Toilet Paper Wedding Dress Contest. BKLYNER 7/11/17
SF State alumnus Casey Sparks writes an op-ed on proposed building projects in Alameda. East Bay Times. East Bay Times 7/11/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about using behavioral science to help sports brands connect with people. SportTechie 7/11/17
SF State’s Morrison Artists Series is mentioned in an article about the San Francisco Conservatory of Music appointing Telegraph Quartet as their next quartet-in-residence. Broadway World 7/11/17
An SF State study on posture is referenced in an article about how slouching might actually be recommended. Daily Mail 7/11/17
An SF State study found that spending money on tickets to live events can bring happiness for years. WKEF 7/11/17; WXIN 7/11/17; KDFX 7/10/17; KSTU 7/10/17; KDFX 7/10/17; KEYT 7/10/17; KFSN 7/10/17; WTVG 7/10/17 (clips not available online)
Journalist and SF State alumnus Ben Fong-Torres recalls how he spent the Summer of Love. KQED 7/7/17
SF State graduate student worked as babysitter for a childcare company that’s being investigated for not paying its sitters. KTVU 7/6/17; KXRI 7/6/17 (clips not available online)
Costume designer and SF State alumnus Mark Koss created costumes for Marvel Universe Live. Redlands Daily Facts 7/6/17
SF State alumnus and musician Justin Tamminga has developed a method of teaching children with autism how to drum. News Tribune 7/5/17
Poet and SF State alumnus Michael McClure is mentioned in an article about poets from the Beat Generation. Mankato Free Press 7/5/17
SF State alumnus John MacWillie writes an editorial on health care. ThePineTree.net 7/5/17
SF State alumnus Aaron Gildengorin is the new vice principal of Sonoma Valley High School. Sonoma Valley Sun 7/4/17
An SF State report on World War II “comfort women” is mentioned in an article after the first-ever footage of the women has emerged. Daily Mail 7/6/17
SF State students are suing the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. USA Today 7/6/17
An article about aging mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. San Angelo Standard-Times 7/5/17; The Spokesman-Review 7/4/17; Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 7/3/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi is mentioned in an article about SF State students suing the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. The Algemeiner 7/4/17
Assistant Professor of American Jewish Studies Rachel Gross writes about the history of the Statue of Liberty. J. Weekly 7/3/17
SF State students are suing the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. The Algemeiner 7/4/17
SF State alumnus Felix Cadiz is in the cast of “Once Upon a Mattress” by Bay Area Stage. Vallejo Times-Herald 7/5/17
Journalist and SF State alumnus Vester Flanagan, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after allegedly killing a Virginia reporter and a cameraperson, was the subject of a profile. Oprah Winfrey Network 7/3/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State study on the internal temperatures of a car is cited in an article about pet safety. Shelton Herald 7/5/17
A photo from an antiwar rally at SF State is part of an exhibition at the Berkeley Art Center. SF Gate 7/3/17
An article about aging mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. Laredo Morning Times 7/3/17
Associate Professor of Journalism Venise Wagner comments in an article about the editor of the San Francisco Bay View National Black Newspaper. PBS Newshour 7/1/17
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin is quoted in an article about the Pentagon’s decision to delay opening the door to transgender military recruits. Newsweek 7/1/17
SF State students are suing the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. Truthout 7/2/17
SF State alumnus and former Bay Area TV news anchorman Van Amburg has died. SF Gate 6/30/17; CBS SF Bay Area 6/30/17; KNTV 6/30/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Ebony Ortega is interviewed about her experience being a student and homeless. KQED 6/30/17
Poet and SF State alumnus Michael McClure comments in an article about poets from the Beat Generation. The Washington Post 6/30/17
Former SF State football player Dale Eidson is profiled in an op-ed. East Bay Times 7/3/17
SF State’s Pride contingent was mentioned in a broadcast of the parade. KOFY 7/2/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Shereen Marisol Meraji mentions her degree in Raza studies in an article about how the "Code Switch" podcast was born. WBUR 6/29/17
SF State alumna Mary Streshly has been named superintendent of the Sequoia Union High School District. The Mercury News 6/29/17
An SF State study that suggests that most park patrons are visiting a particular park for the first time is cited in an article about overcrowded Bay Area parks. Bay Nature July-September 2017
An article outlines events that led to a lawsuit against SF State over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. Inside Higher Ed 6/29/17
A group of Pacific Islanders from SF State attended an opera performance in San Francisco to support the cast's four Pacific Islanders. San Francisco Chronicle 6/29/17
A regional bike share system that launched in San Francisco Wednesday could eventually reach the western part of the city, with stations planned near SF State. KQED 6/28/17
A gallery that is showing poster art is located in a building on Haight Street that originally housed SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 6/27/17
A podcast entrepreneur mentions a co-byline he received in SF State's student newspaper when he was in high school. San Francisco Chronicle 6/27/17
An SF State student is competing in the Miss California pageant as Miss Napa County. Vida en el valle 6/27/17
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri writes about the recent power shake-up in Saudi Arabia. Tehran Times 6/28/17
Assistant Professor of American Jewish Studies Rachel Gross spoke at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco about the role of nostalgia in the popularity of Ashkenazi Jewish food. The Jewish News of Northern California 6/27/17
Foundation for Individual Rights in Education Vice President Samantha Harris writes an op-ed about a lawsuit brought by SF State students against the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. Reason 6/27/17
Cal State Fullerton President Mildred Garcia mentions SF State’s role in the founding of Project Rebound in an op-ed about the program. The Orange County Register 6/27/17
Assistant Professor of Jewish Studies Rachel Gross gave a sold out lecture at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. J. Weekly 6/27/17
Professor of Health Education Ramon Castellblanch writes about the Republican proposal to cap Medicaid expansion as part of the Affordable Health Care Act. The Progressive 6/27/17
An article about aging mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. The Gilmer Mirror 6/26/17
SF State employee and cancer survivor Angela Sposito-Bernath sues the University over alleged discrimination. NY Daily News 6/26/17; The Mercury News 6/26/17
The Eureka Theater Company, founded by SF State alumnus Chris Silva, will cease operations in July. American Theatre 6/27/17
SF State alumna, arts advocate and business pioneer Pat Theophilos has died. East Bay Times 6/27/17
SF State students sue the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. PJ Media 6/26/17
SF State research shows that antibacterial soap doesn’t actually kills germs and in some cases can even be harmful. WXIN 6/26/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Norma Hill, a longtime volleyball and softball coach at Napa’s Vintage High School, has been selected to the school’s Athletic Hall of Fame. Napa Valley Register 6/25/17
SF State’s role as the first university with a black studies department is mentioned in an article about being black in California. Blavity 6/26/17
An article about aging mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. Kaiser Health News 6/26/17
An article about student loan refinancing is accompanied by a photo of a student walking on SF State’s campus. Reuters 6/26/17
SF State’s Pride contingent is mentioned in a live broadcast of Sunday’s parade. KOFY 6/26/17 (clip not available online)
An article outlines the recent conflict between Jewish and Palestine students at SF State. San Diego Jewish World 6/25/17
Last year’s visit to SF State of Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat is mentioned in a Senate hearing on free speech on college campuses. CSPAN 6/24/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Michael Mendoza spoke about how art helped while he was in prison. The Mercury News 6/23/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Catriona Rueda Esquibel is scheduled to speak in San Antonio about a cookbook she co-authored. San Antonio Current 6/23/17
An article about aging mentions research by Assistant Professor of Psychology Sarah Barber that found older people often blame memory lapses on “senior moments” because of a cultural stereotype connecting age and memory. USA Today 6/22/17
An op-ed writer who lives near SF State’s main campus calls for Jewish support for Arab students. The Jewish News of Northern California 6/23/17
An article about student housing in San Francisco mentions SF State’s efforts to add more available apartments. San Francisco Business Times 6/22/17
An exhibition on a 1977 occupation of San Francisco’s Federal Building by disability advocates is being presented by the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability at the San Francisco Main Public Library. San Francisco Chronicle 6/21/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel and policy analyst Sean McElwee’s report on data from American National Election Studies is mentioned in an opinion piece about the changing focuses of the Democratic and Republican parties. The New York Times 6/22/17
SF State Lecturer in Criminal Justice Jim Dudley is interviewed about the possible closure of the Golden Gate Bridge during the San Francisco Marathon. NBC Bay Area 6/22/17
SF State student Michael Acumey is quoted in a story remembering the creator of the rainbow flag, Glibert Baker. San Francisco Examiner 6/22/17
SF State students sue the University over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. KPIX 6/19/17 (clip not available online); KCBS 6/19/17 (clip not available online); Haaretz 6/21/17; Courthouse News Service 6/20/17; J. Weekly 6/20/17; Diverse: Issues In Higher Education 6/20/17; The Forward 6/20/17; KQED 6/20/17 (clip not available online); KPIX 6/20/17 (clip not available online); KTVU 6/20/17 (clip not available online); ABC 7 News 6/20/17 (clip not available online); KNTV 6/20/17 (clip not available online); KRON 6/20/17 (clip not available online); KNX 6/20/17 (clip not available online); KCBA (clip not available online); Los Angeles Times 6/21/17; New Jersey Jewish Standard 6/21/17
SF State alumnus Carmen Morrison, known by drag name Alex U. Inn, answers questions about his journey to becoming a community grand marshal in this year’s Pride celebrations. San Francisco Examiner 6/21/17
SF State alumnus and pianist Larry Vukovich tells how he discovered his passion for jazz music in a profile piece. Napa Valley Register 6/21/17
According to a federal lawsuit filed earlier this week, the Koret Foundation held back a $1.7 million grant to SF State last year in response to the 2016 incident in which protesters prevented Jerusalem Mayor Nir Barkat from giving a scheduled talk at school. J. Weekly 6/21/17.
SF State Lecturer in Political Science Joshua Green writes an op-ed about what the First Amendment means to millennials. The Mercury News 6/21/17
SF State student Michael Acumey comments in an article about the creator of the rainbow flag. San Francisco Examiner 6/21/17
SF State alumnus Alex U. Inn is a community grand marshal in this year’s San Francisco Pride celebrations. San Francisco Examiner 6/21/17
SF State students sue university over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. Haaretz 6/21/17; Courthouse News Service 6/20/17; J. Weekly 6/20/17; Diverse: Issues In Higher Education 6/20/17; The Forward 6/20/17; KQED 6/20/17 (clip not available online)
SF State students suing the university over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination is mentioned in an op-ed about the atmosphere on college campuses in the US. The Algemeiner 6/21/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi writes about the long history of Palestinian-Puerto Rican solidarity. Mondoweiss 6/19/17
SF State alumnus Alvin Yu is ordained as priest of the Archdiocese of San Francisco. Catholic San Francisco 6/20/17
SF State students sue university over alleged anti-Semitism and discrimination. Fox News 6/20/17; San Francisco Examiner 6/20/17; Jewish News Service 6/20/17; The Washington Free Beacon 6/20/17; The New York Jewish Week 6/20/17; World Israel News 6/20/17; Breitbart 6/20/17; Inside Higher Ed 6/20/17; The Jerusalem Post 6/20/17; San Diego Jewish World 6/19/17; Los Angeles Times 6/19/20; SF Gate 6/19/17; J. Weekly 6/19/17; The Mercury News 6/19/17; The Algemeiner 6/19/17; KPIX 6/19/17; KCBS 6/19/17; KTVU 6/20/17; KGO 6/20/17; KNTV 6/20/17; KRON 6/20/17; KNX 6/20/17; KCBA 6/20/17 (clips not available online)
Kristina Danella is the new women’s basketball head coach at SF State. Times Herald-Record 6/19/17
Yoga instructor Bobbe Norrise, who taught yoga at SF State for more than 20 years, has died. East Bay Times 6/19/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi writes about the long history of Palestinian-Puerto Rican solidarity. Mondoweiss 6/19/17
Assistant Professor of Sociology Marla Andrea Ramirez is interviewed for a story about mass deportations of Mexican immigrants in the 1930s. The Sacramento Bee 6/18/17
SF State students visit a family who farms in their backyard in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 6/18/17
SF State alumnus John MacWillie writes about the American health care system. The Pine Tree 6/18/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes about the One Love Manchester benefit concert. Idaho State Journal 6/16/17
An early childhood education program at SF State is mentioned in an article about families struggling to find day care. San Francisco Chronicle 6/19/17
SF State research on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story on money lessons dads can teach their kids. CNBC 6/18/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about ideas for Father’s Day gifts. Mic 6/16/17
SF State alumna Terri Givens shares her experience as a first generation college student. Inside Higher Ed 6/16/17
The Palestinian Cultural Mural, located in the Cesar Chavez Student Center, is mentioned in an op-ed about Palestinian representation in the annual New York City Puerto Rican Day Parade. Mondoweiss 6/15/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan is quoted in an article about an app used for interviewing job candidates via text messaging. Quartz 6/13/17
Professor of Geography & Environment Ellen Hines has signed a petition asking the Okinawa Prefectural Government to make dugongs — a manatee-like mammal — the prefecture’s official animal. Ryukyu Shimpo 6/7/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Danny Glover is scheduled to officially kick off the San Francisco Black Film Festival. San Francisco Chronicle 6/13/17
An SF State alumnus is interviewed about his Colorado fine art reproduction business. The Denver Post 6/13/17
SF State alumnus Joshua Wolfson has been named managing editor at the Casper Star-Tribune. Casper Star-Tribune 6/12/17
An article about international students who are still drawn to the Bay Area despite Donald Trump’s policies mentions that SF State has seen a drop in international applications. The Mercury News 6/14/17
An article about what New York was like during the Summer of Love mentions SF State’s role in attracting young people to San Francisco in 1967. 6sqft 6/14/17
An SF State study is mentioned in a story about the dangers of leaving pets in vehicles in high temperatures. Syracuse.com 6/13/17
SF State Professor of Management Mitchell Marks is quoted in a story about the investigation of ride-sharing company Uber. KTVU 6/12/17; KCRA-SAC 6/12 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Alexandra Lawrence gave Prince Charles and his wife Camilla a tour around Florence, Italy. Sonoma Index Tribune 6/12/17
SF State’s Romberg Tiburon Center is mentioned in a National Geographic story about efforts to combat rising sea levels in the San Francisco Bay. National Geographic 6/13/17
“Abina and the Important Men,” a film produced by SF State’s Documentary Film Institute and based on a graphic novel written by Department of History Chair Trevor Getz, will be featured at the 19th San Francisco Black Film Festival. Beyond Chron 6/13/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about the Gamma Zeta Boule Foundation’s mentorship program for high school males planning on pursuing a college education. Pasadena News Now 6/13/17
An SF State study is mentioned in a story about the dangers of leaving pets in vehicles in high temperatures. Winston-Salem Journal 6/8/17; WTTV 6/13/17 (clip not available online)
An article cites a study by Professor of Health Education Erik Peper that found that slouching could produce feelings of depression. The Guardian 6/12/17
A book reviewer writes about Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Carolina De Robertis’ collection of letters written by writers and political thinkers in response to Donald Trump’s election win. KMUW 6/12/17
Professor of Management Sally Baack was quoted in a story about whether Travis Kalanick will remain CEO of Uber. KCBS 6/11/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Cinema Joseph McBride mentions his SF State screenwriting course in writing about how soldiers with PTSD are depicted in several films. Bright Lights Film Journal 6/11/17
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin is quoted in an article about a deadline facing the Pentagon to open the door to transgender military recruits. The San Diego Union-Tribune 6/10/17
Assistant Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell is quoted in an article about what makes rich people happy. Town and Country Philippines 6/6/17
SF State alumna Mimi Lok is profiled for her work leading Voice of Witness, which collects unheard stories through oral histories. NBC News 6/12/17
SF State alumna Deborah Cotton, who was injured in a 2013 Mother’s Day shooting in New Orleans, has died at 52. The Times-Picayune 6/10/17
Mystery writer Cara Black, who earned her teaching credential at SF State, is promoting her latest book set in Paris. East Bay Times 6/9/17
Theater director Barbara Damashek, who has taught acting classes at SF State, and actor Juliana Lustenader and composer Casey Robbins — both SF State alums — are quoted in an article about a play Damashek is directing in Berkeley. San Francisco Chronicle 6/7/17
A nonprofit’s effort to keep at-risk freshmen enrolled at SF State is mentioned in an article about the possibilities of behavioral science. Fast Company 6/9/17
This op-ed discusses allegations of anti-Semitism on the SF State campus. The Jewish News of Northern California 6/9/17
SF State student Robert Bradley is mentioned in an article about edibles dominating the marijuana market. The News Tribune 6/8/17; Chicago Tribune 6/9/17
The University of Houston-Clear Lake announced SF State alumna Ira Kincade Blake as its first female president. Houston Chronicle 6/9/17
SF State alumnus Aaron M. Olson's new album, "L.A. Takedown II," is analyzed. KPBS 6/8/17
SF State alumnus Tom Hutchman competed in an "American Ninja Warrior" obstacle course in hopes of advancing to the regional finals. 6/9 NBC Sports Network (no clip available)
SF State is mentioned in an article about a San Francisco Baptist church's summer reading program to help African American boys reach state reading standards. ABC7 News 6/8/17
SF State is mentioned in a profile piece about San Jose State Football Coach Alonzo Carter. Scout 6/8/17
An SF State study is mentioned in an article about the dangers of leaving pets in vehicles in high temperatures. Winston-Salem Journal 6/8/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman says the large audience expected to tune into the broadcasted hearing of former FBI Director James Comey will make a difference. San Francisco Chronicle 6/8/17
SF State student Robert Bradley is mentioned in an article about edibles dominating the marijuana market. The News Tribune 6/8/17
SF State student Harry Hind is mentioned in wet suit pioneer Jack O’Neill’s obituary for giving him the idea of using neoprene. The Guardian 6/7/17
The 10th annual San Francisco Pride Track and Field Meet, hosted by the San Francisco Track and Field Club, will return Saturday, June 17, to Cox Stadium at SF State. Bay Area Reporter 6/8/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about getting your student through college on a budget and free of debt. Martinez News-Gazette 6/7/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel says Supervisor Mark Farrell’s proposal for citywide broadband could make him an effective challenger to Mark Leno in the 2019 mayoral race. San Francisco Chronicle 6/7/17
Alicia Reid has been named head softball coach at SF State. Eureka Times-Standard 6/7/17
SF State student Lorena Mara’s support for her boyfriend’s photography is highlighted following a photo of a waterfall that went viral on Twitter. HuffPost UK 6/7/17; The Berry 6/6/17; The Bustle 6/6/17; Elite Daily 6/6/17
SF State wrestling coach Lars Jensen’s contract was not renewed. San Francisco Examiner 6/6/17; InterMat 6/5/17
SF State student Lorena Mara’s support for her boyfriend’s photography is highlighted following a photo of a waterfall that went viral on Twitter. BuzzFeed 6/6/17
SF State alumnus John Meehan, a former executive director of the University’s Project Rebound program, is mentioned in an article about a nonprofit that gives free groceries to seniors. Catholic San Francisco 6/8/17
SF State alumnus Greg Paraskou was elected president of the board of directors at a Santa Ynez Valley nonprofit. Santa Ynez Valley News 6/5/17
An SF State study found that people know spending money on experiences leads to more happiness than buying things, but spend money on things anyway. Bustle 6/5/17
An SF Study that showed the temperature inside a vehicle can rise to 140 degrees in less than an hour on a 95 degree day is cited in an article about upcoming high temperatures. Tucson Sentinel 6/5/17
Professor of Urban Studies and Planning Jasper Rubin comments on San Francisco’s waterfront development. San Francisco Examiner 6/4/17
Professor of Biology John Hafernik and his research on parasitized honeybees is mentioned in an article about science students trying to trap “zombie bees.” The Sandwich Enterprise 6/2/17
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa is mentioned in an op-ed about why people applying for American citizenship should learn English. The Valdosta Daily Times 6/4/17
SF State alumnus, actor and minister Wendell Ray Burton has died at 69. The New York Times 6/4/17
Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza and formerly homeless veteran Michael Bennett graduated with honors. San Francisco Bay View 6/3/17
SF State alumnus, surfing legend and wetsuit pioneer Jack O'Neill has died at 94. Outside Online 6/4/17; SFist 6/3/17; Surfer Today 6/3/17; Gulf News 6/3/17; Chicago Tribune 6/3/17; Orlando Sentinel 6/3/17; Los Angeles Times 6/2/17
SF State alumnus David Cruz Hernandez comments on the uncertainty he experiences being undocumented and not eligible for the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. San Francisco Chronicle 6/3/17
SF State alumnus and musician Aaron M. Olson is profiled in an article about releasing a new album with his ensemble L.A. Takedown. KQED 6/3/17
Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza and her commencement speech at SF State is mentioned in a list of commencement speakers around the country. NBC News 6/2/17
Musician and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis is interviewed about his career. KRON4 6/2/17
SF State is mentioned in a book review of Sandhya Menon’s “When Dimple Met Rishi.” The Christian Science Monitor 6/5/17
SF State’s Afro-Cuban Ensemble played at the San Francisco Carnaval Festival. KPIX 6/4/17 (clip not available online)
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Carolina De Robertis is quoted in an article previewing this weekend’s Bay Area Book Festival. San Francisco Chronicle 6/2/17
Assistant Professor of History Sarah Crabtree is in Rhode Island as a National Endowment for the Humanities fellow to finish her research for a book on 18th century ship-owner William Rotch. Yesterday’s Island 6/1/17
A morning TV show pop quiz mentioned that comedian Dana Carvey graduated from SF State in 1986. KSTU-SLC 6/2/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Shunichi Kimura, who died last month at age 87, is remembered for his work as Hawaii County’s first mayor and as a circuit court judge. Honolulu Star-Advertiser 6/2/17
Bill Hammerman, who was a professor of education at SF State before retiring in 1992, has died at age 88. Petaluma Argus-Courier 6/1/17
Roger Alvarado, a protestor during the student strike at SF State in the late 1960s, is quoted in an article about an Illinois State University course on Afro-Latin America anthropology. Remezcla 6/1/17
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Carolina De Robertis will host a panel at this weekend’s Bay Area Book Festival. KQED 6/1/17
Assistant Professor of Creative Writing Carolina De Robertis writes a short story about same-sex tango. CNET 5/30/17
A first-generation university student who just completed his third year at SF State was interviewed by Univision. KDTV, KFTV, KUVS 5/31/17 (clips not available online)
SF State is mentioned in an article about gender-inclusive locker rooms. KTVU 6/1/17
SF State’s Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability organized an exhibit about the disability rights movement that will open June 10 at the San Francisco Public Library. The Bay Area Reporter 6/1/17
Steve Kawa, chief of staff to San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee and the former executive director of SF State’s Willie L. Brown, Jr. Leadership Center, is retiring at the end of June. The Bay Area Reporter 6/1/17
Professor Emerita of Cinema Pat Ferrero has curated part of this year’s Mendocino Film Festival. Fort Bragg Advocate-News 6/1/17; Stark Insider 6/1/17
SF State’s women’s track and field program has risen to the upper echelon of NCAA Division II. San Francisco Chronicle 5/23/17
SF State graduate student Jenny Debevec is conducting research on the benefits of improv comedy on chronically ill children. San Francisco Chronicle 5/30/17
Black Lives Matter co-founder Alicia Garza was the graduate student speaker at SF State’s 2017 Commencement. Blavity 5/31/17; HuffPost 5/30/17
Former journalist and SF State alumnus Ben Fong-Torres reflects back on his years reporting for Rolling Stone as the magazine turns 50. NBC News 5/31/17
Painter and SF State alumna Miyuki Otake is profiled in an article about her artwork. East Bay Times 5/30/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about gender-inclusive locker rooms. San Francisco Chronicle 5/31/17
SF State’s “Beyond the Purchase” website is mentioned in an article about developing a positive relationship with money. Redbook 5/31/17
SF State is the setting for a young adult romantic comedy novel about arranged marriage in the Indian community. NBC News 5/30/17
A study presented by William Cochlan, senior research scientist for the Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies, is mentioned in an article on salmon’s sense of smell. KUOW 5/30/17
SF State Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo comments on the misperception that breast cancer is a white women’s disease. Santa Maria Times 5/29/17
SF State Professor of Latina/Latino Studies Teresea Carrillo comments on recorded racist rants that have gone viral. CW39 NewsFix 5/27/17; Houston Style Magazine 5/30/17; The Philadelphia Tribune 5/27/30; St. Louis American 5/26/17
SF State Lecturer in the Department of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement James Dudley comments on San Francisco’s murder rate. San Francisco Examiner 5/30/17
SF State students comment in an article on how first generation students view college. The New York Times 5/30/17
SF State student Robert Bradley comments in an article about the marijuana edibles market. The Cannifornian 5/30/17
SF State alumnus Javier Galvan is profiled in an article about how military service helped him escape poverty. CNN 5/29/17
SF State alumna and artist Elaine Benjamin comments in an article about artists celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Beatles’ album “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.” Eureka Times-Standard 5/27/17
SF State alumnus Kevin Williams says civil rights activist Mary L. Booker, who passed away earlier this month, encouraged him to stay off the streets and go back to school. Hoodline 5/26/17
SF State alumnus and comedian Michael Meehan has written and directed his first movie, “Hey Monster, Hands Off My City!” San Francisco Chronicle 5/26/17
SF State contributed to a fundraiser hosted by Filipino community groups. Inquirer 5/30/17
SF State’s Project Rebound, a program that helps the formerly incarcerated enroll in and graduate from college, is mentioned in a story about the graduation of the first scholars from Fresno State’s Project Rebound. NHPR 5/30/17; KHPR 5/27/17; KNPR 5/27/17; KCRW 5/27/17; KQED 5/27/17; KPLU 5/27/17; KOPB 5/27/17; KPCC 5/27/17; KHJZ 5/27/17; KUOW 5/27/17; WBEZ 5/27/17; KNOW 5/27/17 (clips not available online)
SF State Professor of Latina/Latino Studies Teresea Carrillo comments on recorded racist rants that have gone viral. CNN 5/26/17; Local 10 News 5/16/17; NBC-2 5/26/17; KRCR News 5/26/17; KITV 5/26/17; Eerie News Now 5/26/17; Tristatehomepage.com 5/26/17; News4 JAX 5/26/17; PA homepage 5/26/17; KMIZ 5/26/17; KAKE 5/26/17; WZVN 5/26/17; KBZK 5/26/17; KTXS 5/26/17; WETM 5/26/17; KVIA 5/26/17; KernGoldenEmpire.com 5/26/17; KEYT 5/26/17; KTVZ 5/26/17; WCTI 5/26/17; Binghamton Homepage 5/26/17; NBC Montana 5/26/17
SF State Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith comments on Bill Cosby’s sexual assault case. The Westside Gazette 5/26/17; The Triangle Tribune 5/25/17
SF State Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell comments on how to achieve happiness in an article about nine things that make people feel better. Yahoo News 5/26/17
SF State Professor of Political Science Mahmood Monshipouri writes a column about President Donald Trump’s fraught relationship with Iran. Tehran Times 5/24/17
Author and SF State alumnus Rebecca Solnit is mentioned in article about how she became essential feminist reading. New Republic 5/26/17
A study by SF State’s Family Acceptance Project is mentioned in an article about bullying. Christian Post 5/26/17
SF State’s 2017 Commencement ceremony is featured in a news story. KTVU 5/25/17; KPIX 5/25/17; KCBS 5/25/17; KOFY 5/25/17; KQED 5/25/17; KAYU 5/25/17; KFFX 5/25/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State study found that posture can influence a person’s mood. KPLA 5/25/17 (clip not available online)
SF State was deemed safe by authorities following a bomb threat that prompted an evacuation of the Health and Social Sciences building. San Francisco Chronicle 5/24/17; San Francisco Examiner 5/24/17; KRON 5/24/17; NBC Bay Area 5/24/17; SF Gate 5/24/17; San Francisco Patch 5/24/17; Chron 5/24/17; KGO 5/24/17; Times-Union 5/24/17; KCBS 5/24/17 (clip not available online)
A former SF State employee writes a column about Commencement. The Desert Sun 5/26/17
Director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute and Professor of History Catherine Kudlick writes about dealing with discrimination during an early stage of her career. The New York Times 5/24/17
A columnist cites Family Acceptance Project Director Caitlin Ryan’s research in arguing against conversion therapy. Post Register 5/24/17
An article profiles NBC4 Southern California meteorologist and SF State alumna Shanna Mendiola. Asian Journal 5/24/17
SF State alumnus and former Hilo County Chairman Shunichi Kimura has died at 87. Hawaii Tribune Herald 5/24/17
SF State alumnus, Native American activist and St. Regis Mohawk Tribe member Richard Oakes inspired a Google Doodle in his honor. Watertown Daily Times 5/24/17
SF State alumnus Michael DeFrancesco has been named principal at Healdsburg Junior High. The Healdsburg Tribune 5/23/17
An article on happiness mentions an SF State study that found experiences last longer in people’s memories than material possessions. Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette 5/24/17
Professor of Special Education and Communicative Disorders Yvonne Bui is one of 45 scholars chosen to take part in leadership training as 2017-18 ACE fellows of the American Council on Education. The Chronicle of Higher Education 5/21/17
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger will participate in an upcoming conference in San Francisco to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Six-Day War. J. Weekly 5/20/17
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz talked about a recent student fashion show that included designs for people with disabilities. KNTV 5/20/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus and Native American activist Richard Oakes inspired a Google Doodle in his honor. CNET 5/22/17; Independent 5/22/17; Refinery29 5/22/17; Heavy 5/22/17; AJC.com 5/22/17; Colorlines 5/22/17; Business Insider 5/22/17; Express 5/22/17; Yahoo News 5/22/17; Breitbart 5/22/17
SF State alumnus Patrick Vanier has announced his candidacy for Contra Costa County district attorney. Antioch Herald 5/22/17
An SF State alumnus was interviewed on why he attended Bay to Breakers. KRON 5/22/17 (clip not available online)
Designer and SF State alumnus Joey Galon created two gowns worn at the recent Miss USA 2017 pageant. The Philippine Star 5/22/17
SF State alumnus Ernesto Palomino has earned an honorary doctorate in fine arts from Fresno State. Vida en el Valle 5/20/17
A workshop at SF State is mentioned in an op-ed about tech-shaming. Forbes 5/21/17
SF State’s Project Rebound, a program that helps the formerly incarcerated enroll in and graduate from college, is mentioned in a story about a graduate of the program. The Fresno Bee 5/20/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Journalism Sachi Cunningham was named Athlete of the Year by the Save the Waves Coalition. KTVU 5/18/17 (clip not available online)
SF State Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith comments on comedian Bill Cosby’s court case. L.A. Watts Times 5/18/17
SF State student artist Nathan Byrne is participating in Recology’s artist-in-residence program. KQED 5/18/17; CNET 5/18/17
SF State alumnus Lionel Ben-Hur has recorded a hit reggae album that was number 14 on Billboard’s music chart. J. Weekly 5/19/17
Veteran politician and SF State alumnus John Burton is stepping down as chair of the California Democratic Party after eight years. KQED 5/19/17
An article on bullying cites an SF State study by the Family Acceptance Project on how LGBTQ teens cope with their sexual minority status. Washington Blade 5/19/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about the campus’ climate for Jewish students. Heritage Florida Jewish News 5/19/17
SF State was mentioned in an article about how the high cost of housing is affecting professors’ decisions to accept faculty positions. Chronicle of Higher Education 5/18/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Nina S. Roberts comments in an article about East Bay doctors recommending the outdoors to people of color. East Bay Express 5/18/17
Professor of International Relations Sanjoy Banerjee and Associate Professor of International Relations Amy Skonieczny comment in an article about the SF State student who was fatally shot on Treasure Island. SF Gate 5/17/17
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz talks about a recent student fashion show that included designs for people with disabilities. NBC Bay Area 5/17/17
Professor of Communicative Disorders Marcia Raggio will give a presentation on how advances in audiology technology can help people age more comfortably. Half Moon Bay Review 5/17/17
Associate Professor of Management Connie Marie Gaglio is interviewed about credit cards for new business owners. WalletHub 5/17/17
SF State student Maryam Khan has been selected by the College of Science & Engineering to represent her peers as the top graduate student from her college at SF State's 2017 Commencement ceremony. Everything South City 5/17/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Jeffrey Tambor mentions his time as SF State in an interview about his new memoir. New York Times 5/18/17
SF State alumna Jody Skenderian is the new CEO of Girl Scouts of California's Central Coast. Houston Chronicle 5/17/17; San Antonio Express-News 5/17/17
SF State alumnus Norman Zelaya is releasing his debut book, "Orlando and Other Stories." SF Gate 5/17/17
A man slain on Treasure Island has been identified as 30-year-old Yuchuan Guo, an SF State graduate student from China. KTVU 5/17/17; KCBA 5/17/17 (clips not available online)
A student veteran resource center at SF State is mentioned in an article about the third Military Career Day being arranged in Sonoma. Napa Valley Register 5/17/17
SF State Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane published new research on why there are no large moons in the TRAPPIST-1 planetary system. TrendinTech 5/17/17
SF State Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith comments on comedian Bill Cosby’s court case. Black Press USA 5/16/17; Voice and Viewpoint 5/16/17
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz talks about a recent student fashion show that included designs for people with disabilities. KNTV 5/16/17 (clip not available online)
SF State Professor of International Relations Kathleen McAfee discusses how commodities companies are curbing deforestation through jurisdictional certification. Epoch Times 5/16/17
A man slain on Treasure Island has been identified as 30-year-old Yuchuan Guo, an SF State graduate student from China. SF Gate 5/16/17
Actor Jeffrey Tambor mentioned his time as an SF State student during an appearance on "Today" that aired on several stations. KTUU 5/16/17; KXGN 5/16/17 (clips not available online)
Actor Jeffrey Tambor commented on his time at SF State during an interview about his new memoir. WNYC 5/16/17 (clip not available online); San Francisco Chronicle 5/16/17
SF State is included in a report on incidents of reported sexual assaults on Bay Area college campuses. San Jose Mercury News 5/17/17; East Bay Times 5/17/17
An article on bullying cites an SF State study by the Family Acceptance Project on how LGBTQ teens cope with their sexual minority status. Queerty 5/16/17; Windy City Times 5/16/17
SF State Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on the future of California’s Democratic Party in a story about the upcoming election of party chair. Los Angeles Times 5/16/17
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell and an SF State study are mentioned in a story on reducing stress from success. Mic 5/16/17
SF State Lecturer of Humanities Peter Richardson reviews “City of Dreams: Dodger Stadium and the Birth of Modern Los Angeles.” LA Review of Books 5/16/17
Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto comments on research findings on why we smile. KJZZ 5/15/17
SF State alumna Jayshree Ullal is listed as one of five trailblazing Indian women engineers for her work as president and chief executive officer of the cloud networking company Arista. Feminism in India 5/16/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Jeffrey Tambor chronicles his journey as an actor in a new memoir, “Are You Anybody?” Gothamist 5/15/17
Actor Jeffrey Tambor mentioned his time as an SF State student during an appearance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.” NBC 5/16/17 (clip not available online)
Actor Jeffrey Tambor commented on his time at SF State during an interview about his new memoir. NBC News 5/16/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iran Mohammad Javad Zarif was referenced in a story on how most Iranian ministers have degrees from the United States. WWRL 5/16/17 (clip not available online)
The work of author and SF State alumnus Frances Mayes will be on display at the San Francisco Center as part of the Chronicle Books: Born in the Summer of Love exhibit this summer. The Potrero View 5/16/17
A study based on data from SF State’s Family Acceptance Project finds that the anti-bullying catch phrase “It gets better” may do more harm than good. Queerty 5/16/17; Medical Xpress 5/15/17; NewNowNext 5/15/17
Jomar Lopes will attend SF State after getting a scholarship from the Assist-A-Grad Scholarship Foundation. Daily Republic 5/16/17
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi talks about movies as a visiting academic at University of Canterbury, New Zealand. Stuff.co.nz 5/13/17
Professor of Marketing Sanjit Sengupta comments on a Silicon Valley startup aiming to change the wind energy market. CBS SF Bay Area 5/12/17; KPIX 5/13/17; KCAL 5/13/17; KFBK 5/15/17 (clips not available online)
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on a race for Congress in Georgia linked to San Francisco because of a political advertisement. NBC Bay Area 5/12/17; KNTV 5/12/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Shane Murphy’s award-winning film “Sirens” is now available on YouTube. SFist 5/12/17
SF State alumna Annie Morhauser spoke about her work as a glassmaker. KTVU 5/13/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Adam Lee is one of the candidates under consideration for acting FBI director. KNTV 5/13/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumni Jeffrey Tambor, Annette Bening, Dana Carvey and Danny Glover are listed in a story on what athletes and celebrities majored in at Bay Area colleges. SF Gate 5/13/17
SF State alumnus Hatem Bazian writes a column about refugees and education. Daily Sabah 5/13/17
SF State alumna Irene McGee, who was diagnosed with Lyme disease in the late ’90s, is mentioned in an article about an outbreak of the disease in the Bay Area. Curbed SF 5/12/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about how to afford vacations. Travel + Leisure 5/15/17
A lecture at SF State is mentioned in an op-ed on why marketers should study conflict resolution. Forbes 5/14/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about a study that found that wives with masculine husbands are more satisfied at peak fertility. Heatstreet 5/13/17
SF State’s 2017 Commencement speaker, Neda Nobari, is mentioned in an article about commencement speakers in the Bay Area in the age of President Donald Trump. Times-Herald 5/12/17
Singer Johnny Mathis will be honored at SF State’s 2017 Commencement ceremony. KPIX 5/12/17 (clip not available online)
SF State students meet with President Les Wong and other University officials over concerns about the climate for Jewish students on campus. J. Weekly 5/11/17
An SF State student got an internship at a tech company through the social media site Snapchat. KARE-Min 5/12/17 (clip not available online)
SF State Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane published new research on why there are no large moons in the TRAPPIST-1 planetary system. Inquisitr 5/12/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Jeffrey Tambor chronicles his journey as an actor in a new memoir, “Are you Anybody?” Seattle Times 5/12/17
SF State’s 2017 Commencement speaker Neda Nobari is mentioned in an article about commencement speakers in the Bay Area in the age of President Donald Trump. San Jose Mercury News 5/11/17; East Bay Times 5/11/17
SF State is listed among Bay Area companies hiring the most recent graduates. SF Gate 5/11/17
SF State is listed among the best mid-sized employers in the nation by Forbes. Petaluma Patch 5/11/17; Glendora Patch 5/11/17
SF State President Les Wong comments in an article about the climate for Jewish students on campus. Jewish Journal 5/10/17
SF State President Les Wong is mentioned in an op-ed about the climate for Jewish students on campus. The Algemeiner 5/10/17
SF State student Lan Paje landed an internship using Snapchat. USA Today 5/10/17; KVVU 5/11/17 (clip not available online)
SF State students will showcase clothes for people with disabilities. NBC Bay Area 5/10/17
SF State alumnus and longtime West Marin lawyer John Burroughs has died at 82. Point Reyes Light 5/11/17
SF State alumnus Adam Lee is one of the candidates under consideration for acting FBI director. KGO-SF 5/10/17; KOFY-SF 5/10/17 (clips not available online)
SF State alumna Lee Miller is profiled about being the new librarian in the city of Indian Rocks Beach, Florida. Tampa Bay Newspapers 5/10/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about happiness. The Hamilton Spectator 5/10/17
SF State professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo comments on the misperception that breast cancer is a white women’s disease. The Racine Journal Times 5/10/17
An SF State alumnus and College of Alameda music professor is one of the leaders of the Alameda College Gospel Ensemble, which will perform at the Second Gospel Explosion Concert May 18. East Bay Times 5/10/17
SF State alumnus and artist Lynn Hershman Leeson has a 50-year retrospective, Lynn Hershman Leeson: Civic Radar, at the Yerba Buena Center. Hyperallergic 5/9/17
SF State alumnus Robin Lopez, a research associate at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, will speak at a Richmond youth summit. Richmond Standard 5/9/17
SF State is mentioned in story about a partnership between the University and the San Francisco Unified School District designed to attract new teachers. San Francisco Examiner 5/9/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about a student choosing a college based on student loan allotments. Los Angeles Daily News 5/7/17
SF State President Les Wong is mentioned in an op-ed about the climate for Jewish students on campus. Jewish News Service 5/9/17
Associate Professor of Special Education Betty Yu is speaking at a bilingual symposium in Miami. Houston Chronicle 5/8/17
SF State alumnus Vincent Matthews writes an op-ed about his experience as the new superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District. San Francisco Examiner 5/9/17
Author, community activist and SF State alumna Mei Takaya Nakano dies at 92. Rafu Shimpo 5/8/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about student hooliganism and a demonstration at University of California, Santa Cruz. The Algemeiner 5/9/17
The mayor of Jerusalem canceling a scheduled visit to SF State is mentioned in an article about the Palestinian lead Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions movement. The Algemeiner 5/8/17
SF State President Les Wong has responded to concern about the climate for Jewish students on campus with a letter to the campus community. J. Weekly 5/8/17
SF State student Duy Nguyen comments on how Buddhism has helped him. The Sacramento Bee 5/7/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes about author Thomas Pynchon. Idaho State Journal 5/7/17
SF State alumnus Jason Rockwell is the new head coach for boys basketball at Justin-Siena High School. Napa Valley Register 5/7/17
An op-ed describes how SF State alumnus Duncan McFetridge and others are trying to ensure that foster kids have access to lawyers. The Tribune 5/5/17
After 21 years of leading San Francisco's Youth Speaks, founder and SF State alumnus James Kass is stepping down as its executive director. KQED 5/5/17
Journalist and SF State alumnus Vester Flanagan, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after allegedly killing a Virginia reporter and a cameraperson, is the subject of a profile. Oprah Winfrey Network 5/5/17 (clip not available online)
Nathan Hare, who founded the nation's first black studies program at SF State, is mentioned in a column about race. The News-Gazette 5/7/17
The David Horowitz Freedom Center distributed posters on campus claiming student group ties to terrorists. J. Weekly 5/5/17
Faculty and community leaders comment on the climate for Jewish students on campus. The Algemeiner 5/5/17
SF State Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane published new research on why there are no large moons in the TRAPPIST-1 planetary system. Seeker.com 5/5/17
A columnist writes about a Golden State Warriors game that his cousin, SF State student Stephen Guillermo, would have enjoyed had he not been fatally gunned down days before his college graduation. Inquirer.Net 5/4/17
A columnist writes about being in San Francisco with her aunt, an SF State alumna, during the commemoration of the Armenian Genocide. Asbarez 5/4/17
SF State alumna and New Orleans culture blogger Deborah Cotton has died at 52. WBOK 5/4/17 (clip not available online)
The man accused of fatally shooting a Virginia news crew, journalist and SF State alumnus Vester Flanagan, was the subject of a profile. OWN 5/4/17 (clip not available online)
SF State research on hot-car deaths is mentioned in an article on proposed pet protection laws in Texas. Star-Telegram 5/5/17
Prominent educators Mark Yudof and Kenneth Waltzer write an op-ed about Jewish life at SF State. J. Weekly 5/5/17
The Jewish Community Relations Council launches a letter-writing campaign in regard to Jewish life on campus. J. Weekly 5/4/17
SF State President Les Wong and other administrators are interviewed about accusations of anti-Semitism on campus. J. Weekly 5/3/17
Professors of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger and Fred Astren co-authored an editorial about Jewish student life on campus. J. Weekly 5/3/17
SF State alumna Dana Bauer is profiled in an article about her work as an orchestral instrumentalist and vocalist. The Mercury News 5/3/17
Artist and SF State alumnus Shimon Attie is profiled in an article about his art. Jewish Standard 5/4/17
SF State alumni Rachel Garcia and Thu Tran are touring together as the musical duo the Singer and the Songwriter. The Argonaut 5/3/17
SF State alumnus Jason Swick is one of three new officers at the Pleasanton Police Department. Patch 5/3/17
SF State alumna and New Orleans culture blogger Deborah Cotton has died at 52. WBOK 5/3/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Ivan Barnes is running for a seat on the Dallas School Board. Polk County Itemizer-Observer 5/2/17
This op-ed discusses campus climate for Jewish students on campus. J. Weekly 5/3/17
This op-ed discusses campus climate for Jewish students at SF State. J. Weekly 5/4/17
SF State Lecturer in the Department of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement James Dudley comments on San Francisco’s 2016 crime rate. San Francisco Examiner 5/3/17
SF State Lecturer of Marketing Neil Cohen discussed an ad banned from CNN that promoted Trump’s 100 days and contained a graphic calling the mainstream media fake news. KNX 5/2/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Vitka Eisen is CEO of HealthRIGHT, an organization providing affordable health care to vulnerable populations, which has moved to the border of the Mission District. Next City 5/3/17
SF State alumnus Andrew Ravani is starring in “The Chaotic Art of Life,” which has its final run this weekend at Sonoma’s Andrews Hall. Sonoma Valley Sun 5/3/17
A 2009 SF State study on how being valued by family is paramount to a child’s well-being is referenced in a story on a U.S. Supreme Court decision on LGBTQ rights. Good 5/2/17
SF State President Les Wong is mentioned in an article about protests against Israel on college campuses. J. Weekly 5/2/17
High school students from Redlands toured a number of Northern California colleges, including SF State, during a three-day field trip. Redlands Daily Facts 5/2/17
Professor of Management Mitchell Marks commented on the potential benefits of wasting time. KCBS 5/1/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Yohahn Ko’s movie “Submergence” is screening in the Trinity Film Festival. Hartford Courant 5/2/17
SF State student Velinda Wallace participates in May Day rallies. KQED 5/1/17
SF State alumna and New Orleans culture blogger Deborah Cotton has died at 52. The Times-Picayune 5/2/17
SF State alumnus Vincent Matthews writes an op-ed about being the new superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District. San Francisco Examiner 5/2/17
SF State President Les Wong is backing Cetys University's bid to become the first Mexican member of the NCAA. New York Times 5/1/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel's research on ranked-choice voting is mentioned in an op-ed. San Francisco Examiner 4/30/17
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz spoke about environmental concerns in the dry-cleaning industry. WFMY 4/29/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo says there is a perception among Asian American women that breast cancer is a disease that only affects white women. Hartford Courant 4/27/17
SF State men's basketball Head Coach Paul Trevor is mentioned in an article about Stanislaus State basketball Head Coach Larry Reynolds announcing he has Parkinson's disease. New Jersey Herald 4/26/17; The Sacramento Bee 4/26/17
Men's basketball Head Coach Paul Trevor is headed to Stanislaus State because of housing prices in the Bay Area. Curbed SF 5/1/17; San Francisco Examiner 4/29/17
Student Alex Ridley tried to hand a Pepsi to a protester at an anti-abortion protest in front of the Cesar Chavez Student Center. KRON4 4/30/17
SF State alumnus Keba Konte talked about himself and his coffee business, Red Bay Coffee. NJN 4/30/17 (clip not available online)
A column about campus radicalism highlights a 1967 fire at an SF State dormitory and mentions the 1968-1969 student strike. Daily Mining Gazette 5/1/17
SF State is on Forbes' "America's Best Value Colleges" list. NBC LA 4/30/17
SF State research on the cause of animals' deaths was mentioned in a story about marine animals dying in large numbers. KRON 4/30/17 (clip not available online)
Hunanese culinary pioneer Henry Chung, who endowed scholarships at SF State, has died at 99. Hoodline 4/28/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo says there is a perception among Asian American women that breast cancer is a disease that only affects white women. The Frederick News-Post 4/26/17
Basketball Head Coach Paul Trevor is headed to Stanislaus State. The Modesto Bee 4/27/17
SF State student Myah Overstreet is quoted in a story about a special issue of Youth Media Reporter, which she edited. KQED 4/27/17
A column about campus radicalism highlights a 1967 fire at an SF State dormitory and mentions the 1968-1969 student strike. National Review 4/28; Investor’s Business Daily 4/28/17; Chicago Sun-Times 4/27/17
News anchors highlighted a tweet from a viewer who said that controversial speakers in the past have requested more security or hired private security before appearing at SF State. KTVU 4/27/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman talked about Ann Coulter’s possible appearance at UC Berkeley. KCBS 4/27/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz spoke about environmental concerns in the dry-cleaning industry. WKRG 4/27/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo says there is a perception among Asian American women that breast cancer is a disease that only affects white women. Orlando Sentinel 4/27/17
Professor and Chair of the Department of Philosophy Anita Silvers is profiled for her work as a disability rights advocate. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 4/26/17
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Viator talks about Rep. Maxine Waters and the 1979 police killing of Eula Love in South Los Angeles. Mic 4/26/17
Basketball Head Coach Paul Trevor is headed to Stanislaus State. The Associated Press 4/26/17
SF State Republican Student Union President John Byerly talked about Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office and the investigations into Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election. KGO 4/26/17 (clip not available online)
Alumnus Steven Adams is a producer on Netflix’s “Rodney King.” The Mercury News 4/27/17
Alumna Mary Frances Crabtree’s artwork will be featured in a Concord art show in June. East Bay Times 4/26/17
An SF State study that found that LGBTQ youth who have experienced rejection based on their sexual orientation are eight times more likely to have attempted suicide. The Washington Post 4/27/17
Hunanese culinary pioneer Henry Chung, who endowed scholarships at SF State, has died at 99. KGO-TV 4/26/17
SF State’s School of Cinema is listed among world-renowned university programs for aspiring filmmakers from around the world. Variety 4/26/17
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned in a discussion about free speech on university campuses. KPAM 4/26/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz spoke about environmental concerns in the dry-cleaning industry. 4/26/17: WVNS; WNEM; KLFY; KOSA; KLST; KMVT; WWNY; WNYF; KTAB; WAGM; KHNL; KGMB; KTAB; 4/25/17: KGWN; WMBD; WEVV; WJTV; WBOC; KSBI; KWTV; WFRV; KSWT; KFSM; WIVB; WTOC; KOLD; WHNT; WISC; WTKR; KOSA; WAFB; WTVY; KEYC; WTRF; KOLN; WHBF; WIBW; KWCH; WCAV; WCTV; KTVK; WNCT; WBNG; KOIN; WSBT; WKBN; WCAX; KFVS; KLST; WJHL; WNYF; WVNS; WGFL; WBTW; WMBF (clips not available online)
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo says there is a perception among Asian American women that breast cancer is a disease that only affects white women. The Telegraph 4/25/17; Myrtle Beach Online 4/25/17; Bradenton Herald 4/25/17; Centre Daily Times 4/25/17; Sun Herald 4/25/17; Tri-City Herald 4/25/17; Lexington Herald Leader 4/25/17
Assistant Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Jiyoung Cha says Fox News has an opportunity to build fresh images and attract new viewers following the departure of Bill O’Reilly. NBC News 4/25/17
Professor of Marketing Sanjit Sengupta is interviewed about the best credit cards. WalletHub 4/25/17
SF State alumnus George Peffer is named provost at Bemidji State University. Bemidji Pioneer 4/25/17
Hunanese culinary pioneer Henry Chung, who endowed scholarships at SF State, has died at 99. San Francisco Chronicle 4/25/17
An SF State study that found that experiences bring more happiness than material possessions is mentioned in an article about sneaker aficionados selling off their collections. Hypebeast 4/25/17
An SF State study that found that LGBTQ youth who were rejected by their families were more likely to contract STDs is cited in an article about conversion therapy. Romper 4/25/17
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz spoke about environmental concerns in the dry-cleaning industry. WWTV 4/25/17; WDEF 4/25/17; KXII 4/25/17 (clips not available online)
Associate Professor of Psychology Charlotte Tate is interviewed about non-binary gender identity. KQED 4/24/17
SF State freshman Julia McKay said she’s considering not going to graduate school because she doesn’t want to accumulate more student debt. KCBS 4/24/17 (clip not available online)
Actor and alumnus Danny Glover mentions his participation in the Black Student Union at SF State in an interview about Charleston’s Civil Rights Film Festival. WTAT 4/24/17
SF State alumna Mariya Taher spoke about female genital mutilation. WJR 4/24/17 (clip not available online)
A Marin Independent Journal editorial urges the College of Marin to consider turning over its closed Bolinas marine laboratory to SF State, Sonoma State or Dominican University. Marin Independent Journal 4/24/17
Associate Professor of American Indian Studies Melissa Nelson talks about the participation of indigenous scientists in the March for Science. BuzzFeed News 4/22/17
Professor of Apparel Design and Merchandising Connie Ulasewicz speaks about environmental concerns in the dry cleaning industry. KPIX 4/22/17; WMSN 4/22/17; WDBJ 4/22/17; WFVS 4/22/17 (clips not available online)
Professor of Communication Studies Joseph Tuman spoke about the French presidential election. KCBS 4/22/17 (clip not available online)
Professors of Asian American Studies Mai-Nhung Le and Grace Yoo are quoted in a story about Asian American women and breast cancer. NBC News 4/21/17
SF State alumnus Peter Coyote mentioned the University and his Haight-Ashbury apartment in a documentary about the 1960s. CNN 4/23/17 (clip not available online)
An article details the philanthropic work at SF State of alumna and 2017 commencement speaker Neda Nobari and alumnus Manny Mashouf. San Francisco Examiner 4/22/17
SF State alumnus Sean McBride is interviewed about his children’s book. KSEE 4/21/17
SF State alumnus Victor Martinez was propelled toward a teaching career by the murders of his twin brother and cousin. Ventura County Star 4/23/17
San Francisco State was mentioned in a discussion about former Professor Geoff Marcy, who was accused of sexual harassment while working at UC Berkeley. KGO 4/21/17 (clip not available online)
Former Nixon speechwriter Ben Stein mentions “the riots at San Francisco State” in talking about 1968 political unrest in the U.S. CSPAN3 4/22/17
Sacramento-area brothers operate food trucks at universities in Northern California, with one serving SF State. KCRA 4/22/17
An SF State study that found experiences bring more happiness than material items is cited in an article about a stay-at-home mom. Baltimore Sun 4/21/17
An SF State alumnus has been awarded a fellowship given to immigrants and children of immigrants. East Bay Times 4/21/17
SF State alumnus Peter Kyvelos, who made and repaired ouds and other string instruments in the Boston area for decades, has died at 73. Boston Globe 4/21/17
SF State alumnus Jerry Houston’s student loan debt is detailed in an article about the economic obstacles of black millennials. OurWeekly 4/20/17
An article about the history of demonstrations at UC Berkeley mentions 1960s protests at SF State. Washington Post 4/20/17
A 2015 recommendation by SF State experts to curtail pet imports is mentioned in an article about a deadly fungus that is affecting European salamanders. Tech Times 4/21/17
A former SF State teacher writes about former Princeton President William Bowen, who died last fall. Princeton Alumni Weekly 4/21/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan commented on the wage gap facing women and minorities. KCBS 4/19/17 (clip not available online)
Family Acceptance Project Director Caitlin Ryan is quoted in an article about Magic Johnson’s support for his son, who came out as gay in 2013. Upworthy 4/19/17
Former SF State professor Geoff Marcy, who resigned from UC Berkeley amid sexual harassment allegations in 2015, is mentioned in a column about Bill O’Reilly. Los Angeles Times 4/19/17
Alumna Marcy Adelman is profiled for her work in providing housing and services for LGBT elders. San Francisco Bay Times 4/20/17
An article about Filipino music mentions Danny Kalanduyan, who was an artist-in-residence at SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies in 2000. Asian Journal 4/20/17
SF State is mentioned in an article that says homeless and disabled students can now use CalFresh cards for food services on some CSU campuses. California Health Report 4/19/17
A columnist cites an SF State study on the political affiliations of newspaper columnists in writing about Bill O’Reilly’s appearance at a conference in 2007. Philadelphia Daily News 4/19/17
An SF State study on the internal temperatures of a car is cited in an article about a toddler’s death in Texas. KAUZ 4/19/17
Family Acceptance Project Director Caitlin Ryan gave a presentation on supporting families with LGBT youth at a Salt Lake City conference. Deseret News 4/18/17
The recent death of Philip Choy, who taught the first Asian American history course in the nation at SF State, was mentioned. KCBS 4/18/17 (clip not available online)
An article cites an SF State study on how dogs left inside parked cars on hot days are affected. Keene Sentinel 4/18/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo says there is a perception among Asian American women that breast cancer is a disease that only affects white women. East Bay Times 4/18/17; Santa Cruz Sentinel 4/17/17; Marin Independent Journal 4/17/17
SF State alumna Anne M. McCaw is the newest company member of the Hub Theatre. Broadway World 4/18/17
SF State alumnus Josh Tilsen, commissioner for the Bureau of Mediation Services and a longtime labor mediator, has died after a sudden illness. Star Tribune 4/18/17
SF State alumna, philanthropist and executive Neda Nobari is announced as Commencement speaker. Inside Higher Ed 4/18/17
A study by SF State’s Creep Project is referenced in articles about consequences and risk after earthquakes in the Bay Area. Telegiz News 4/18/17; San Francisco Chronicle 4/17/17; Houston Chronicle 4/17/17; Phys.org 4/17/17; Newsweek 4/17/17; SF Gate 4/17/17
An SF State study on excessive temperatures in enclosed cars is mentioned in an article about the dangers of leaving animals inside vehicles. Sentinel Source 4/18/17
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson says Apple's new headquarters was poorly planned for transportation needs. KCBS 4/14/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo says there is a perception among Asian American women that breast cancer is a disease that only affects white women. The Mercury News 4/17/17
Assistant Professor of Chemistry Alegra Eroy-Reveles, Professor of Biology Leticia Marquez-Magana and an alumnus identified as "Angel" are quoted in an article about undocumented students in the chemical sciences. Chemical & Engineering News 4/17/17
Assistant Professor of Education Yue-Ting Siu talks about a friend who died with her husband in their Berkeley home in January. San Francisco Chronicle 4/17/17
Humboldt State students look to SF State students' 2015 campaign against a soda "pouring rights" deal as a model for their campaign against a similar proposal. North Coast Journal 4/16/17
An article about retro Mac programs highlights SF State's FogCam, which has been in existence since 1994. Daily Mail 4/17/17
A business executive compares the Chinese city of Chengdu to Silicon Valley, saying that universities like Stanford, Berkeley and SF State are the backbone of a regional knowledge economy. National Business Daily 4/7/17
Associate Professor of Cinema Martha Gorzychi’s film, “Voices for Kaw Thoo Lei,” was screened at the Show Me Justice Film Festival. DigitalBURG 4/14/17
Associate Professor of Journalism Venise Wagner testified in a defamation trial concerning a San Luis Obispo news website. Santa Maria Sun 4/13/17
SF State alumni Rachel Garcia and Thu Tran are touring together as the musical duo the Singer and the Songwriter. Pasadena Weekly 4/13/17
SF State alumnus Matt Ducey and his indie folk-rock band The Battlefield are profiled in an article about their music. Pacific Sun 4/12/17
SF State alumnus, music director and audio operator Lee Merritts orchestrates the sounds and music at the home games for the Warriors, Oakland A’s, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Raiders and Stanford Athletics. The Bay Bridged 4/12/17
LifeStyles has installed a condom vending machine at the Cesar Chavez Student Center in honor of National STD Awareness Month. 7x7 4/12/17
A deal between SF State and the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission is mentioned in an op-ed about the quality of San Francisco’s drinking water. San Francisco Examiner 4/12/17
SF State is on the list of colleges and universities that are test-optional for admissions, meaning students can decide whether or not to submit ACT or SAT scores. The Washington Post 4/12/17
Associate Professor of Journalism Venise Wagner testified in a defamation trial concerning a San Luis Obispo news website. Santa Maria Sun 4/13/17
SF State alumni Rachel Garcia and Thu Tran are touring together as the musical duo the Singer and the Songwriter. Pasadena Weekly 4/13/17
SF State alumnus Matt Ducey and his indie folk-rock band The Battlefield are profiled in an article about their music. Pacific Sun 4/12/17
SF State alumnus, music director and audio operator Lee Merritts orchestrates the sounds and music at the home games for the Warriors, Oakland A’s, San Francisco Giants, Oakland Raiders and Stanford Athletics. The Bay Bridged 4/12/17
LifeStyles has installed a condom vending machine at the Cesar Chavez Student Center in honor of National STD Awareness Month. 7x7 4/12/17
A deal between SF State and San Francisco Public Utilities Commission is mentioned in an op-ed about the quality of San Francisco’s drinking water. San Francisco Examiner 4/12/17
SF State is on the list of colleges and universities that are test-optional for admissions, meaning students can decide whether or not to submit ACT or SAT scores. The Washington Post 4/12/17
SF State alumnus Flores Forbes talks about how he went from prison to a career as an urban planner. WNET 4/12/17
An SF State alumnus is hired as CEO of laundry facilities management company WASH Multifamily Laundry Systems. American Coin-Op 4/12/17
An SF State alumnus is profiled for his work running a Paso Robles winery. Orange County Register 4/11/17
An SF State student wins the grand prize in a student filmmaker competition. Digital Cinema Report 4/11/17
Professor of History Anthony D'Agostino discusses Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson’s visit to Russia. KPFA 4/11/17
Professor of Health Education Erik Peper writes about how shoulder exercises help reduce muscular tension and neck pain. The Western Edition 4/6/17
SF State student Shane Murphy won the grand prize for his film “Sirens” at the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers Vista Project student filmmaker competition. Government Video 4/11/17
An SF State student comments in an article about Middle Eastern students and their experiences. Oakland Voices 4/10/17
An SF State alumnus comments in an article about how therapy used for U.S. veterans is efficient to help immigrants. Caribbean Today 4/11/17
An SF State study finds that people who sit up straight instead of slouching are more happy and productive. Independent 4/11/17
According to a student survey, SF State is one of the 25 colleges in the United States with best location. Business Insider 4/10/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Daniel Phil Gonzales is mentioned in a story about remembering the Bataan Death March. Inquirer 4/10/17
SF State lecturer Brian Benson is profiled in an article about his work as a filmmaker and educator. Hoodline 4/8/17
Professor of Marketing Sanjit Sengupta commented on why few consumers use mobile payments. KDRV 4/7/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna and Bay Area activist, poet and actor Leslie Gordon dies at 55. The Catalina Islander 4/7/17
Professor Emeritus Wade Nobles shares his wisdom in a new book by Oakland resident Pendarvis Harshaw. Los Angeles Times 4/9/17
Professor Emeritus Mark Phillips writes an op-ed about teaching social studies in the age of Trump. Marin Independent Journal 4/9/17
Research conducted at SF State is referenced in an article about different types of smiles. BBC Future 4/10/17
The mayor of Jerusalem, Nir Barkat, cancels a scheduled visit to SF State. J-Wire 4/9/17; KCBS 4/6/17; KTVU 4/6/17 (clips not available online)
A study by the Family Acceptance Project on homosexual and trans youth and family acceptance is referenced in an op-ed about LGBTQ youths and conversion therapy. Longmont Times-Call 4/9/17
An SF State study finds that people who sit up straight instead of slouching are more happy and productive. KPLA 4/7/17 (clip not available online)
This article on an LGBT sailing racing team says crew member Hilary Howes learned to sail at SF State as part of a physical education requirement. Washington Blade 4/6/17
Alum Clarence Thomas, a leader of the 1968-69 student strike, is interviewed at a Mississippi labor march. Workers World 4/6/17
The College of Business' Marketing Department has selected Morgan Stanley First Vice President Shubie Gulati as one of its "20 Distinguished Alumni." Marin Independent Journal 4/6/17
A San Francisco man accused of the attempted abduction and rape of a 13-year-old was arrested near SF State. SFist 4/6/17
SF State alumna and milliner Olivia Griffin is profiled in an article about hats at the Kentucky Derby. Parade 4/6/17
SF State alumna Star Finch is the author of the play “Bondage.” Pacific Sun 4/5/17
SF State alumnus Andrew Greenwood is appointed as new police chief in Berkeley. East Bay Times 4/4/17
The mayor of Jerusalem, Nir Barkat, cancels a scheduled visit to SF State. World Israel News 4/6/17; Jewish Press 4/6/17; The Times of Israel 4/6/17; Heatstreet 4/6/17; San Francisco Examiner 4/5/17; The Jewish News of Northern California 4/5/17; NBC Bay Area 4/6/17 (clip not available online)
Jewish and Muslim students criticize SF State for extending invitation to the mayor of Jerusalem, Nir Barkat, without consultation. The Jerusalem Post 4/5/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about happiness. MetroCebu 4/6/17
SF State Cinema Professor and filmmaker Cheryl Dunye signs with a Beverly Hills entertainment industry management agency. Deadline 4/4/17
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell is quoted in a story about equal pay for women. Village Voice 4/4/17
A columnist profiles SF State alumnus Terry Page, founder of communications firm Page One Automotive. Pinal Central 4/5/17
SF State student Kimberly Meza talks about learning about law enforcement as a student at the California Cadet Academy. Napa Valley Register 4/4/17
SF State President Les Wong encourages student protesters to express grievances in their own words. The Chronicle of Higher Education 4/4/17
Professor of International Relations Kathleen McAfee comments on aims to strengthen protections against deforestation. Mongabay 4/4/17
Professor of Management Mitchell Marks commented on Bay Area residents’ view on traffic and high housing costs. WAVY 4/3/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Vincent Matthews is profiled in an article about being the next superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District. San Francisco Chronicle 4/3/17
SF State alumnus and founder of the influential improvisational theatre troupe The Groundlings recently died at age 75. New York Times 4/3/17; Flavorwire 4/4/17; Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise 4/4/17; KQED 4/3/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Esteban Fernandez talks about his "Jeopardy!" game show experience. Coronado Eagle & Journal 4/4/17
A car caught fire after crashing into several parked cars not far from SF State. KTVU 4/3/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Urban Studies and Planning Jasper Rubin commented on the new Salesforce building changing the San Francisco skyline. CBS SF Bay Area 4/3/17
Professor of Consumer and Family Studies/Dietetics Connie Ulasewicz talked about San Francisco’s Clean Waste Initiative, which aims to send nothing to a landfill or incinerator by the year 2020. KRON4 4/2/17
Professor of Management Mitchell Marks comments on Bay Area resident’s view on traffic and high housing cost. KTVU 4/2/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Breonna Williams commented on how nearly half of millennials want to move out of the Bay Area because of cost of living, traffic and housing. KTVU 3/31/17
SF State alumnus and founder of the influential improvisational theater troupe The Groundlings recently died at age 75. Los Angeles Times 4/3/17; Yahoo 4/2/17
SF State alumna Rebecca Solnit shared her thoughts on how she became a writer, historian and an activist. Cosmopolitan 4/3/17
Jazz singer and SF State alumnus Chris Turner is profiled in an article about what can be found in his trash. Vice 4/2/17
SF State alumnus Dan Cohen is the new president of worldwide television licensing at Paramount Pictures. Variety 4/2/17
SF State alumnus Gar Truppelli is mentioned in an article about the Beach Chalet in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 3/31/17
The governing board of the Sequoia Union High School District has chosen SF State alumna Mary E. Streshly as the new superintendent. Almanac 3/31/17
A strike at SF State organized by the Third World Liberation Front is listed in an article about acts of resistance that aren’t often taught in school. Everyday Feminism 4/2/17
California’s fire marshal staged a three-day course at SF State to help train local emergency responders on what they’ll likely experience when coming to a movie set. NBC Bay Area 3/31/17
Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan comments on why companies hire law firms to stop unions from organizing. Village Voice 3/30/17
Professor of Health Education Michele Eliason comments on why LGBTQ adolescents are more prone to start smoking cigarettes. International Business Times 3/29/17
Professor of Africana Studies Antwi Akom writes about the Trump administration moving to restrict access to public information on fair housing and racial segregation. City Watch LA 3/27/17
SF State student and former foster youth Andrea Gamboa talks about her experience in foster care in an article about improving college-going rates for foster youth. Deseret News 3/30/17
SF State alumnus Vincent Matthews is the next superintendent of the San Francisco Unified School District. San Francisco Examiner 3/29/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about colleges providing assistance to undocumented students. Washington Monthly 3/29/17
SF State students are mentioned in an article about shots being fired during a robbery in Vallejo. Vallejo Times-Herald 3/29/17
Professor of Health Education Michele Eliason comments on why LGBTQ adolescents are more prone to start smoking cigarettes. NBC News 3/28/17; Reuters 3/27/17; WHTC 3/27/17; WTAQ 3/27/17
SF State alumnus Shai Alkebu-Lan writes a column about a complaint filed against the Board of Parole Hearings staff. The Bay View 3/28/17
The National Association for Ethnic Studies Conference held at SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies is mentioned in a story about incorporating ethnic studies into civics courses. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 3/28/17
An SF State spokesperson confirms that the school’s partnership with An-Najah National University will continue in accordance with a 2014 goodwill memorandum of understanding. The Algemeiner 3/29/17
Former SF State president S.I. Hayakawa is mentioned in an op-ed about freedom of speech on college campuses. St. Helena Star 3/28/17
SF State is mentioned in a story after the nearby Stonestown Galleria was evacuated when a chemical was allegedly sprayed inside a store causing customer discomfort. KNTV 3/28/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ threat to block grants to sanctuary cities. Times Union 3/28/17; SF Gate 3/27/1
SF State alumnus Owen Summers is screening his claymation short film “Magic Beans” in the Sonoma Film Festival. Sonoma Index-Tribune 3/27/17
SF State research on vehicle temperatures is mentioned in an article about a proposed bill in Arizona, which would allow good Samaritans to intervene when children or animals are left in hot cars. Tucson Sentinel 3/27/17
Professor of Health Education Michele Eliason comments on why LGBTQ adolescents are more prone to start smoking cigarettes. WHTC 3/27/17
A research paper by Stanley Pogrow, professor in the Department of Equity, Leadership Studies, and Instructional Technologies, that criticizes the education reform program Success for All is mentioned in a news brief. Boston Globe 3/24/17
Hip-hop journalist and Lecturer of Africana Studies David "Davey D" Cook discussed the induction of Tupac Shakur into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. KQED 3/24/17 (clip not available online)
SF State graduate student Stephen Gomez gave testimony about the financial struggles he faces at a California State University trustee hearing on a proposal to raise tuition. KCRW 3/23/17 (clip not available online)
SF State students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals recipients expressed fear that the data collected about their families could give the government deportation power. WUWM 3/25/17; Delmarva Public Radio 3/25/17; Hawaii Public Radio 3/25/17; KOPB 3/25/17; Capital Public Radio 3/25/17; KNPR 3/25/17 (clips not available online)
SF State student Shiba Bandeeba was photographed as she protested CSU tuition increases. OrovilleMR 3/22/17
SF State alumnus Kristin Hope comments on the allure of moving to Detroit after graduating from college. Detroit Deadline 3/25/17
SF State’s Project Rebound was mentioned in a story about an inmate. 3/26/17 WBEZ (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes a column on the Trump administration’s proposal to cut funding to the National Endowment for the Arts. Idaho State Journal 3/25/17
The SF State Pilipino American Collegiate Endeavor helped organize the SAYAW folk dance and leadership summit in San Francisco. Inquirer.Net 3/25/17
SF State research on how cost is keeping some locals from visiting the ocean is mentioned in a story about nine relaxing California beaches. Travel + Leisure 3/25/17
Philip Choy, an expert on Chinese Americans and the first teacher of Asian American history at SF State, has died at 90. Asian Weekly 3/24/17
SF State is one of a handful of universities that have created a resource center for undocumented students. PBS News Hour 3/24/17
An arrest involving an alleged kidnapping and rape suspect was made near SF State. SFist 3/24/17; KTVU 3/24/17; KCBA 3/24/17 (clips not available online)
Artist and former SF State student Cauleen Smith is exhibiting her artwork at the 2017 Whitney Biennial. Hyperallergic 3/24/17
SF State alumnus Pamela Brown is one of the finalists for the position of superintendent of schools for Mesa County, Colorado. The Daily Sentinel 3/23/17
Oakland Athletics announcer and SF State alumnus Glen Kuiper talks about his career in sports broadcasting. CSNBA 3/23/17 (clip not available online)
A dispute at SF State over cultural appropriation is mentioned in an article about how a similar incident led to assault charges against a Hampshire College student. Breitbart 3/23/17
An arrest involving an alleged kidnapping and rape suspect was made near SF State. KTVU 3/23/17; KRXI 3/23/17; KCBA 3/23/17 (clips not available online)
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger is quoted in an op-ed about the author’s decision not to attend the American Israel Public Affairs Committee conference. Jewish Journal 3/22/17
Professor of Music Jassen Todorov’s aerial photography is showcased in an article about capturing the growing wind and solar industries. National Geographic 3/23/17
SF State student Celia LoBuono Gonzalez comments on tuition increases that were passed by trustees of the California State University system. 3/22/17 SF Gate
SF State student Shiba Bandeeba was photographed as she protested CSU tuition increases. ChicoER 3/22/17
Author and SF State alumna Rebecca Solnit is the subject of a profile. SF Weekly 3/22/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about Google creating a partnership with Howard University to increase diversity in Silicon Valley. Geektime 3/23/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about arming police officers at City College of San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 3/23/17
Associate Professor of Health Education José Ramón Fernández-Peña comments on the impact of foreign health care workers on U.S. patient care. U.S. News and World Report 3/22/17
Dean of the College of Ethnic Studies Kenneth Monteiro comments on the death of Philip Choy, an expert on Chinese Americans and the first teacher of Asian American history at SF State. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 3/21/17
Professor of Health Education Ramon Castellblanch comments on the Republican proposal to cap Medicaid expansion as part of the Affordable Health Care Act. The Commercial Appeal 3/21/17; Statesman Journal 3/21/17; Poughkeepsie Journal 3/21/17; Record Searchlight 3/21/17; Las Cruces Sun-News 3/21/17
Buildings that used to house SF State are mentioned in an article about historic structures in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 3/22/17
SF State research on voting preferences and diversity is mentioned in an article about President Donald Trump’s reverence for Andrew Jackson. Rapid City Journal 3/22/17
SF State is mentioned in a story on the proposed tuition increases for the California State University system. KNTV 3/21/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Management John Sullivan comments after IBM ends remote working for its employees. Quartz 3/21/17
Professor of Health Education Ramon Castellblanch weighs in on the probability of the proposed Affordable Health Care Act passing the House and the Senate as is. WalletHub 3/20/17
SF State’s League of Filipino Students is mentioned in a column about the importance of reading the book “Subversive Lives,” which documents the left’s fight against authoritarian leaders in the Philippines. Inquirer.net 3/21/17
SF State students are just some of the college entrants to the Tracy Grand Foundation Film Festival in April. Tracy Press 3/20/17
Electronic Frontier Foundation Director of Cybersecurity and SF State alumna Eva Galperin is campaigning to keep activists safe online. Vice 3/21/17
SF State alumnus Nick Howard went from studying mechanical engineering to building custom furniture in Sonoma County. Sonoma Index-Tribune 3/20/17
SF State’s MFA in writing program is mentioned in an article about Dominican University launching an MFA that focuses on narrative/poetic medicine. Marin Independent Journal 3/20/17
SF State research on voting preferences and diversity is mentioned in an article about President Donald Trump’s reverence for Andrew Jackson. Winston-Salem Journal 3/19/17
Philip Choy, an expert on Chinese Americans and the first teacher of Asian American history at SF State, has died at 90. San Antonio Express News 3/18/17
Associate Professor of Journalism Venise Wagner testified in a libel trial involving a San Luis Obispo news website. New York Times 3/20/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith comments on the FBI investigation into Russia’s alleged hacking of the presidential election. NBC Bay Area 3/19/17
Environmental research by Professor of Biology Kathy Boyer is documented in a new book, “Living Shorelines: The Science and Management of Nature-Based Coastal Protection.” Marin Independent Journal 3/17/17
A trial is underway in the slaying of 30-year-old SF State student Jay Hansen. East Bay Times 3/17/17
SF State student and former foster youth Luz Hernandez is mentioned in an article about state senate bills designed to make college more affordable for students in foster care. Sacramento Bee 3/17/17
SF State alumna Kris Marubayashi is profiled in an article about her ceramics. Sacramento Bee 3/17/17
SF State alumnus Jim Richardson has taught comedy in the North Bay for more than 30 years. The Press Democrat 3/17/17
Philip Choy, an expert on Chinese Americans and the first teacher of Asian American history at SF State, has died at 90. SF Gate 3/18/17; Times Union 3/18/17; Stamford Advocate; Houston Chronicle 3/18/17; Laredo Morning News 3/18/17
A dispute at SF State over cultural appropriation is mentioned in an article about how a similar incident led to assault charges against a Hampshire College student. Inside Higher Ed 3/20/17; Times Higher Ed 3/20/17
SF State research on voting preferences and diversity is mentioned in an article about President Donald Trump’s reverence for Andrew Jackson. Burlington County Times 3/19/17; Daily Globe 3/18/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about student protests over conservative speakers on campus. Canada Free Press 3/15/17
SF State loses to Cal Baptist in the NCAA Division II tournament. San Francisco Examiner 3/15/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane talks about how President Donald Trump’s proposed budget will affect exoplanet research. Science 3/16/17
Attorney and Journalism Lecturer James Wagstaffe wins defamation case against a San Luis Obispo news website. The Tribune 3/16/17
Men’s Basketball Head Coach Paul Trevor is mentioned as a possible coach option for University of California, Berkeley. KPIX-SF (clip not available online)
SF State researchers are mentioned in an op-ed about President Donald Trump and racial diversity in the U.S. Sentinel & Enterprise 3/17/17; Montgomery Advertiser 3/17/17; Hawaii Tribune Herald 3/17/17; Casper Star Tribune 3/16/17; Sacramento Bee 3/16/17; The Register-Guard 3/16/17
SF State student Marianna Lira is mentioned in an article about the IRS data retrieval tool used to help students apply for financial aid being unavailable. Market Watch 3/17/17
SF State alumna Katie Kincade is profiled in an article about her career as a poster designer. Argus Courier 3/16/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales comments on how race and ethnicity are taught in an article about why Asian American voices are missing from history textbooks. Pacific Standard 3/16/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Falu Bakrania’s book “Bhangra and the Asian Underground” is mentioned in an article about identity issues facing South Asian musicians. The Fader 3/15/17
Associate Professor of Journalism Venise Wagner testified in a defamation trial concerning a San Luis Obispo news website. The Tribune 3/15/17
SF State students demonstrate against a proposed tuition increase using their bodies to spell out “NO HIKES” on Malcolm X Plaza. SF Gate 3/15/17
SF State researchers are mentioned in an op-ed about President Donald Trump and racial diversity in the U.S. Washington Post 3/15/17; Salt Lake Tribune 3/16/17
Research from SF State is mentioned in an article about what successful people in their 20s do in their spare time. Business Insider 3/15/17
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material items is referenced in a story about the travel industry. BBC World 3/15/17 (clip not available online)
An aerial photo of migrating geese taken by an SF State assistant professor of music is featured. Wired 3/15/17
A business co-founded by alumna Ani Abgaryan aims to make 3D printing more accessible. 3DPrint.com 3/15/17
An article about a Minnesota school’s band program mentions an SF State study that found students scored higher in math when a music-based curriculum is used to learn fractions. Minneapolis Star Tribune 3/14/17
An article about one of San Francisco’s “most horrific crimes” remembers the 1974 murder of an alumnus. San Francisco Chronicle 3/14/17
Alumnus Paul Ryan’s ski films from the 1960s and 1970s are being screened at Aspen’s Wheeler Opera House. Aspen Times 3/15/17
SF State Biology Professor John Hafernik helps return 300 checkerspot caterpillars to their original habitat in the Presidio. San Francisco Chronicle 3/13/17
KQED host and SF State English Language & Literature Professor Michael Kransy talks about his book on Jewish humor, “Let There Be Laughter.” The Times of Israel 3/14/17
SF State alumna Ani Abgaryan makes strides in educating the public on 3D printing. The Armenian Weekly 3/13/17
An SF State study connecting learning a musical instrument to higher academic performance is mentioned in an article about a thriving high school band. Mankato Free Press 3/14/17
SF State loses to Cal Baptist in Division II tournament. Riverside Press-Enterprise 3/10/17
Professor emeritus Mark Phillips writes about at-risk kids in schools. Marin Independent Journal 3/12/17
A student who got her tax forms filled out at the University’s VITA center is mentioned in an article about how to get taxes done for free. SFGate 3/11/17
A school district in San Mateo County hopes to establish a presence at the University’s career center as it works to alleviate a teacher shortage. The Daily Journal 3/13/17
San Francisco city archivist and SF State alumna Gladys Hansen has died. SFGate 3/11/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan comments on issues facing Uber CEO Travis Kalanick. Wired 3/9/17
Professor of Women & Gender Studies Nan Alamilla Boyd’s book “Wide Open Town” is mentioned in an article about San Francisco gay nightclub Paper Doll. LGBTQ Nation 3/9/17
Alumna Kim Hume, a former Fox News executive, looks back on her journalism career after retirement. Boca Beacon 3/10/17
Alumna Traci Chee returns home to speak about her career as a writer. Calaveras Enterprise 3/9/17
After 23 years, SF State returns to the Division II basketball tournament. SFGate 3/10/17
Oakland food tech startup The Town Kitchen uses a workforce training program linked to the University. Inc. 3/9/17
A columnist looks back at a 2002 confrontation between Muslim and Jewish students at the University. Jerusalem Post 3/9/17
An astronomy blogger remembers when, in 1999, SF State and Harvard researchers independently discovered the first multi-planet system, finding two additional planets orbiting the star Upsilon Andromeda. Deseret News 3/10/17
Professor of Women and Gender Studies Nan Alamilla Boyd writes about the now-closed LGBT-friendly restaurant the Paper Doll in her book “Wide Open Town.” The Bay Area Reporter 3/9/17
Associate Professor of Foreign Languages and Literatures Mohammad Salama writes an opinion story on President Trump’s travel ban. The Indian Economist 3/9/17
Associate Professor of Asian American Studies Jonathan H.X. Lee’s book “The History of Asian Americans: Exploring Diverse Roots” is cited in an article about immigration from India. Quartz 3/9/17
Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov is one of the speakers at an East Bay forum focusing on the relations between the United States and Russia. East Bay Times 3/8/17
SF State alumna and designer Ani Abgaryan hopes to make 3D printing more accessible through her company 3D Store. Abarez 3/8/17
An SF State study on the cost of going to the beach is mentioned in an article about the proposed renovation of 46 beach cottages in Orange County. Los Angeles Times 3/8/17
Black Hills State University, along with SF State, was awarded funding by the Department of Veterans Affairs to research veterans at local VA cemeteries. Star-Telegram 3/8/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Cinema Cheryl Dunye is listed as one of 12 women improving and inspiring their communities. Hoodline 3/8/17
Professor of Biology Kimberly Tanner talks about the study she co-authored involving a new tool that has the potential to help teachers measure active learning in their classrooms. Science Newsline 3/7/17; Science Daily 3/6/17
The SF State men’s basketball team is headed to the NCAA Division II Western Regional in San Diego for the first time in 23 years. Press Democrat 3/7/17; NBC Bay Area 3/7/17; KCBS 3/7/17; KPIX 3/17/17 (clips not available online)
SF State’s Project Rebound, a program that helps the formerly incarcerated enroll in and graduate from college, has expanded to seven other California State University campuses. Diverse Issues in Higher Education 3/7/17
Professor of Biology Kimberly Tanner talks about the study she co-authored involving a new tool that has the potential to help teachers measure active learning in their classrooms. Inside Higher Ed 3/7/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Danny Glover discusses his participation in the 1968 student strike at SF State. The Chicago Crusader 3/7/17
SF State alumnus David Calloway reflects on his bus ride to campus in 1966. Los Angeles Times 3/7/17
SF State was awarded funding by the Department of Veterans Affairs for research at VA cemeteries that will be used to produce educational materials for schools and the public. Black Hills Pioneer 3/7/17
SF State men’s basketball Head Coach Paul Trevor speaks on the Gators’ recent success and their road to the national title for Division II basketball. KPIX 3/6/2017 (clip not available online)
Professor of Communications Studies Joe Tuman comments on presidential speechwriters following President Trump’s congressional address. Las Vegas Review-Journal 3/4/17
SF State student Linda Allen is named a retention specialist for the Guardian Scholars Program at Skyline College. San Bruno Patch 3/5/17
SF State alumnus Eric Keskeys designs labels for Eugene-based Oakshire Brewing. The Register-Guard 3/6/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Danny Glover is marching in Mississippi against the alleged intimidation tactics used by Nissan to discourage workers from unionizing. NBC News 3/4/17
The SF State men’s basketball team is headed to the NCAA Division II West Coast Regional. Deseret News 3/6/17; KGMI 3/6/17; News of Hawaii 3/6/17; KHON2 3/5/17
An op-ed by Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger is referenced in an editorial about recent threats made to Bay Area Jewish Community Centers. J Weekly 3/2/17
SF State student Doug Deorsey is mentioned in an article about LGBT millennials and the challenges they face. ABC7 News 3/3/17
Author and SF State alumnus Rebecca Solnit is the subject of a profile. Elle.com 3/2/17
SF State’s Dream Resource Center is mentioned in an article about how fewer undocumented students are seeking financial aid out of fear of President Trump’s immigration enforcement. KPIX 3/2/17
SF State was awarded funding by the Department of Veterans Affairs for research at VA cemeteries that will be used to produce educational materials for schools and the public. News Center 1 3/2/17
SF State student activism is mentioned in an article about the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love. SFist 3/2/17
Associate Professor of Economics Philip King submitted a declaration on behalf of plaintiffs in a lawsuit involving a Southern California surf gang. Easy Reader News 3/2/17
Professor of Communications Studies Joseph Tuman comments on President Donald Trump’s congressional address. KCBS 3/1/17 (clip not available online)
Assistant Professor of Journalism Sachi Cunningham is interviewed about covering the Pe’ahi Women’s Challenge, the first big-wave surfing contest to include women. Los Angeles Times 2/22/17
SF State alumnus Danny Glover participated in a panel discussion on the mass deportation of immigrants, which included a reference to an SF State exchange student. The Bay Area Reporter 3/2/17
SF State alumnus Vidur Sahney is the new vice president of operations and supply chain at Sientra, a medical aesthetics company in Santa Barbara. GuruFocus 3/1/17; CNBC 3/1/17
Professor Emerita Roma Guy is portrayed in the ABC miniseries “When We Rise” about the LGBT rights movement in San Francisco. Bustle 3/1/17
Carlos Davidson, a professor in the School of Public Affairs & Civic Engagement, comments on the calls frogs make to attract mates. The Scientist 3/1/17
Former San Francisco Supervisor and Asian American Studies Lecturer Eric Mar is mentioned in an article about the city granting immigrants non-citizen voting rights. Truthout 3/1/17
Assistant Professor of Consumer and Family Studies Gretchen George co-authored a study that found that a Fresno-area summer camp may help children adopt healthier lifestyles. Valley Public Radio 2/28/17
Professor Emerita Roma Guy is portrayed in the ABC miniseries “When We Rise” about the LGBT rights movement in San Francisco. SFist 2/28/17
Professor Emerita Sally Gearheart, the first openly lesbian professor at a U.S. university, is portrayed in the ABC miniseries “When We Rise.” 2Paragraphs 2/2717
The SF State men’s basketball team beat SoCal rivals Cal State Los Angeles in round one of the California Collegiate Association championships. SFBay.CA 2/28/17; KCBS 2/28/17; KBCW 2/28/17; KPIX 2/28/17 (clips not available online)
SF State student Jorge Castillo is mourning the loss of his brother, who was found dead with a gunshot wound in Santa Monica. CBS Los Angeles 2/27/17
Playwright and SF State alumnus Meagan Becker is mentioned after her play “Meant to Invent” premiers at a Utah elementary school. Davis Clipper 2/28/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about how undergraduate degrees from India translate to the U.S. when students apply to postgraduate programs. Hindustan Times 3/1/17
A symposium on women’s sports held at SF State is mentioned in an article about the premiere of the documentary “Tomboy,” which addresses the struggles facing women in professional sports. CSNBA 2/28/17 (clip not available online); San Francisco Chronicle 2/27/17
Protests at SF State are mentioned in an article about the First Amendment. Columbia Journalism Review 2/28/17
Professor Emerita Sarah Soh is mentioned in an editorial about Korean “comfort women.” The Korea Times 2/26/17
After backpacking in Asia, Autumn Cecil received certification at SF State to teach English as a second language. Sonoma Index-Tribune 2/27/17
SF State student Ericka Cruz Guevarra writes about Edward Snowden speaking to a live audience in San Francisco from Russia via a livestream. KQED News 2/27/17
SF State alumna Jackie Jenks is the new executive director for the nonprofit Inter-Faith Council for Social Service in North Carolina. The News & Observer 2/28/17
SF State alumnus and activist Cleve Jones is the subject of a profile after being portrayed in ABC’s new miniseries “When We Rise” about the LGBT rights movement. Monsters & Critics 2/27/17
A study on honeybees by Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn is mentioned in an article about crowdsourcing college projects. TriplePundit 2/27/17
Professor of Communications Studies Joseph Tuman discusses a new order requiring Oakland police officers to report unpermitted parties in the wake of the Oakland warehouse fire. Times Union 2/25/17
Professor of Cinema Cheryl Dunye is interviewed in an article on coming out in Hollywood. Vice 2/24/17
SF State alumnus and visiting lecturer Roe McDermott discusses how Irish women consume pornography. Independent 2/26/17
An SF State student from Yemen is quoted in an article about a conference in Oakland that addressed student fears post-election. East Bay Times 2/24/17
Filmmaker and SF State alumnus Masoud Jafari-Jozani will not screen his movie “Behind the Wall of Silence” at the Commission on the Status of Women at the United Nations in protest of President Donald Trump’s policies. Financial Tribune 2/25/17
An anonymous street artist and SF State alumnus is profiled about his artwork. Mission Local 2/27/17
SF State alumnus Michael Corrigan writes about Maya Angelou and how she was portrayed in the PBS documentary “And Still I Rise.” Idaho State Journal 2/24/17
An SF State study about music-based curriculums is referenced in an article about a successful band program at a small school in Cleveland, Minnesota. Star Tribune 2/27/17
Professor and Chair of the Philosophy Department Anita Silvers accepted the 2017 Wang Family Excellence Award. J Weekly 2/13/17
SF State student Esteban Fernandez competed on “Jeopardy!,” along with 14 other college students. Jewish Press 2/22/17
Transgender SF State students Kieran Hayden and Johnny Nikhol attended a rally at San Francisco City Hall against President Trump’s decision to roll back a policy that allowed trans students to use the bathroom of their chosen gender. Daily Star 2/24/17; Daily Mail 2/23/17
SF State alumnus Diana Marie Lee is the recipient of a technology scholarship funded by Uber South Florida. Richmond Standard 2/24/17; El Cerrito Patch 2/23/17
Journalist and former SF State student Vester Flanagan, who died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after allegedly killing a Virginia reporter and a cameraperson, is the subject of a profile. Oprah Winfrey Network 2/23/17 (clip not available online)
Film editor and SF State alumnus Spencer Averick co-produced “13th,” which is up for a Best Documentary Oscar. Argus Courier 2/23/17
Associate Dean of Ethnic Studies Amy Sueyoshi is one of 10 finalists for the 2017 San Francisco Pride community grand marshal. The Bay Area Reporter 2/23/17; San Francisco Bay Times 2/23/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane comments after several Earth-sized planets that could sustain life were discovered orbiting a nearby star. BBC News 2/23/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State student suffered minor injuries after being hit by a car near campus. KGO 2/22/17 (clip not available online)
Film editor and SF State alumnus Spencer Averick co-produced “13th,” which is up for a Best Documentary Oscar. The Press Democrat 2/23/17
SF State alumnus Byron Kelly will head Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices in Chattanooga. Times Free Press 2/23/17
Musician and SF State alumnus Ryan McCaffrey is interviewed about his band Go By Ocean. Pacific Sun 2/22/17
A Livermore couple donated funds to the Pedrozzi Foundation to establish a music scholarship named after SF State alumnus Charles Amirkhanian. The Independent 2/23/17
SF State’s Black Student Union held an event in the 1960s that was mentioned in an article about the Black Panther Party’s 50th anniversary in Seattle. The Seattle Medium 2/23/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane comments after several Earth-sized planets that could sustain life were discovered orbiting a nearby star. New Scientist 2/22/17
SF State student Katie Berry is battling a rare disease, and a surfing fundraiser has been set up to benefit her care. Press-Telegram 2/20/17
A theatrical production at SF State is mentioned in an article on the Trump administration’s impact on arts programs. The Huffington Post 2/22/17
SF State alumnus Tenzin Tsedup writes about challenges and opportunities facing the Tibetan community in North America in an op-ed. Tibet Sun 2/22/17
Medium and former SF State student James Van Praagh is profiled in an article about his upcoming event in New Jersey. New Jersey Herald 2/22/17
Research by Professor of Sociology Gilbert Herdt is mentioned in an article about the link between the decline in youth suicide attempts and same-sex marriage laws. PBS NewsHour 2/20/17
Jim Jucoy, a photographer who documented San Francisco’s punk scene in the 1970s and 1980s and once exhibited his work at SF State, is publishing a new book. Dazed 2/20/17
SF State student Katie Berry is battling a rare disease, and a surfing fundraiser has been set up to benefit her care. Daily Breeze 2/19/17
The SF State men’s basketball team won their 22nd game of the season. KPIX 2/19/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Aracely Gomez is mentoring high school students in Richmond to help create a college-going culture. East Bay Times 2/17/17
SF State student Alena Naiden wrote an article on the arrival of a Peet’s Coffee in Bayview-Hunters Point, signaling a change in the neighborhood. San Francisco Chronicle 2/17/17
Iranian foreign minister and SF State alumnus Mohammad Javad Zarif is mentioned in an article about a former American bureaucrat bringing U.S.-style democracy to Somalia as the nation’s leader. Politico 2/19/17
Former SF State student Amanda Tugwell started leading trips to Candlestick Park and is now giving behind-the-scenes tours of Oracle Arena and the Oakland Coliseum. East Bay Times 2/18/17; San Jose Mercury News 2/18/17
Vallejo High School’s 1963 baseball team, which included former SF State student athletes, will be inducted into the Vallejo Sports Hall of Fame. Times Herald 2/18/17
SF State alumnus Nathan “Nick” Chavin is a secret witness in the Robert Durst murder trial in Los Angeles. Hartford Courant 2/16/17
SF State was mentioned in a story about how the National Cancer Institute is funding cancer research. WBAL 2/19/17 (clip not available online)
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa is mentioned in an op-ed that expresses support for unilingualism in Canada. Toronto Sun 2/18/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman talks about President Donald Trump’s first press conference. KCBS 2/16/17 (clip not available online)
SF State Professor of Biology Ed Carpenter comments on how wildlife adapts to San Francisco’s changing landscape. Potrero View 2/16/17
Former San Francisco Supervisor and Asian American Studies Lecturer Eric Mar is part of a group leading the city’s municipal broadband initiative. SF Gate 2/16/17; Houston Chronicle 2/16/17; Times Union 2/16/17
SF State students participated in the All-Armenian Student Association retreat in Wrightwood, California. Asbarez 2/16/17
Author and SF State alumnus Delphine Hirasuna is the keynote speaker at the Stockton Japanese American Citizens League Day of Remembrance to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the Japanese internment during World War II. RecordNet 2/16/17
SF State alumnus Nathan “Nick” Chavin is a secret witness in the Robert Durst murder trial in Los Angeles. San Diego Union-Tribune 2/17/17; HeraldNet 2/16/17; Chicago Tribune 2/16/17; Manawatu Standard 2/16/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about the New Black Panther Party for Self-Defense. Front Page Mag 2/17/17
DIALOG, a Canadian architecture firm, received the Award of Merit in the Architect at Zero competition, which asked entrants to plan and design student housing at SF State. Canadian Architect 2/17/17
SF State was awarded funding by the Department of Veterans Affairs for research at VA cemeteries that will be used to produce educational materials for schools and the public. News 4 Jax 2/16/17
Professor Emeritus Nancy Rabolt discusses free speech on college campuses in an op-ed. Half Moon Bay Review 2/15/17
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell comments on the ephemeral nature of happiness in an article about Valentine’s Day. Family Share 2/14/17
SF State student Katie Berry is battling a rare disease, and a surfing fundraiser has been set up to benefit her care. Orange County Register 2/15/17
SF State alumnus Nathan “Nick” Chavin was named as a secret witness in the Robert Durst murder trial in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Times 2/15/17
SF State alumnus Stephanie Ernst Scott owns Gus’ Discount Tackle, the San Francisco store her father opened 60 years ago. Hoodline 2/15/17
An SF State study shows how slouching can affect energy levels in students. KTRK 2/15/17 (clip not available online)
Assistant Professor of English Language and Literature Jenny Lederer comments on the power of talking about President Donald Trump without saying his name. The Atlantic 2/14/17
Associate Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell comments on the ephemeral nature of happiness in an article about Valentine’s Day. Aberdeen News 2/14/17
SF State student Alyssa Vasquez will compete in the Miss Napa County and Miss Bay Area/North Bay competitions. Napa Valley Register 2/14/17
A former SF State graduate student recounts the story of how he met his partner at SF State as part of a Valentine’s Day story. KQED 2/14/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State freshman and her boyfriend, who is enlisted in the Navy, were one of 86 Valentine’s Day weddings at San Francisco City Hall. KCBS 2/14/17 (clip not available online)
The SF State men’s basketball team is ranked No. 17 in the nation in the latest NCAA Division II rankings and has won 21 games in a season for the first time since the Reagan administration. KPIX 2/14/17; KCBS 2/15/17 (clips not available online)
A cigarette filter-recycling program at SF State is mentioned in an article about how legislators navigate the delicate balance between beach protection and access. San Francisco Examiner 2/15/17
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi discusses freedom of speech on college campuses. Jezebel 2/13/17
SF State student Esteban Fernandez competed on “Jeopardy!,” along with other college students. WWLP 2/13/17; KGO 2/13/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State study on gift-giving was referenced in a story about Valentine’s Day. Daily American 2/14/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State study on family acceptance of LGBTQ children is mentioned in an op-ed about banning conversion therapy in New Mexico. Daily Post 2/13/17
Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on the use of violence in protests. San Francisco Examiner 2/12/17
Professor of Cinema Celine Shimizu comments on feminism and pornography in an article about the future of sex for Irish women. The Irish Times 2/11/17
Associate Professor of American Indian Studies John-Carlos Parea comments on the “New Age” music genre. Huffington Post 2/10/17
SF State faculty expressed their support for the installation of a memorial that recognizes the suffering of Korean “comfort women” — women forced into sex slavery by Japanese soldiers during World War II. NBC News 2/10/17
SF State student Esteban Fernandez will compete on “Jeopardy!,” along with 14 other college students. News Eagle 2/10/17
Former SF State students Ashonti Ford and Melanie Eke will star in a new Oxygen network reality show, “The Battle of the Ex-Besties.” Fresno Bee 2/13/17
Composer and SF State alumnus Lou Harrison is the subject of a newly published book. San Francisco Classical Voice 2/11/17
Former SF State student Aiko Nishi was the victim of discrimination during World War II, and her family was sent to an internment camp in Arizona. Al Jazeera 2/10/17
Former SF State student Maria Mora comments on being an undocumented student who was granted temporary legal status under Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. San Francisco Chronicle 2/10/17
SF State is one of six colleges that high school juniors will visit on a college tour planned by the California Scholarship Federation. KEYT 2/13/17
Professor of English Michael Krasny discusses how Jewish humor can help Democrats get through the Trump presidency. Forward 2/10/17
Professor of Biology John Hafernik’s research on honeybees that have become parasitized led to the launch of a K-12 program that educates students in becoming ZomBee hunters. Discover Magazine 2/9/17
SF State student Esteban Fernandez will compete on “Jeopardy!,” along with 14 other college students. The Morning Call 2/9/17
Artist and former SF State student Maria Elena Gonzalez opened a multimedia show exploring the language of trees in New York. ArtNet 2/10/17
Corte Madera Town Treasurer and former SF State student George Warman announced his retirement. Marin Independent Journal 2/19/1
Iranian Foreign Minister and SF State alumnus Mohammad Javad Zarif is mentioned in an article about President Trump’s travel ban. Washington Examiner 2/9/17
The 2014 documentary “Agents of Change,” depicting events at SF State during the 1968 student strike, is being screened in Muskegon, Michigan. M Live 2/10/17
Old footage of the California Seals NHL team that had been donated to SF State was used in a newly released documentary about the team. Los Angeles Times 2/9/17
The Malcom X mural at SF State is mentioned in an article about the relationship between Jews and African Americans in the music industry. Observer 2/9/17
Professor of Geography Jason Henderson comments on how racism and segregation shaped transit systems in Atlanta in a story about Dallas transit issues. D Magazine 2/9/17
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger will speak at a forum on religious heretics at the Oshman Family Jewish Community Center in Palo Alto. J Weekly 2/6/17
SF State student Michela Gregory, who was killed in the Oakland warehouse fire, was mentioned in a story about the continuing investigation of the tragedy. MSN 2/7/17
SF State research on how the cost of travel, parking and overnight accommodations has prevented some Californians from going to the beach has sparked new legislation. OB Rag 2/8/17
Professor Emeritus Sarah Soh’s book “The Comfort Women” is mentioned in an article about the sexual exploitation of Korean women by the Japanese during World War II. The Diplomat 2/8/17
Finance lecturer and incumbent member of the San Francisco Retirement Board Herb Meiberger was defeated in a recent election. San Francisco Chronicle 2/7/17
SF State student Esteban Fernandez will compete on “Jeopardy!,” along with 14 other college students. KGO 2/7/17; KGO Radio 2/7/17 (clips not available online)
SF State student and Republican Student Union President John Byerly discussed the first few weeks of the Trump administration. KGO Radio 2/7/17 (clip not available online)
The film “When Rabbit Left the Moon” by SF State alumnus Emiko Omori will be screened at Occidental College. The Rafu Shimpo 2/7/17
SF State alumnus Stephanie Gray will show her Asian-themed art at Gallerie Renee Marie in Benicia. Benicia Herald 2/7/17
Former SF State student Michaela Shoberg will choreograph performances in “Dances with Heart,” a Valentine’s Day celebration. Oregon Coast Today 2/7/17
An SF State study on how posture influences a person’s mood is mentioned in a story about preventing depression. The Marshalltown 2/8/17
The strike at SF State in the 1960s that led to the creation of the first black studies program in the U.S. is mentioned in an article about Black History Month. Jacksonville Free Press 2/7/17
SF State Assistant Professor of Cinema Cheryl Dunye and Professor of Cinema Celine Shimizu comment on the diversity of this year’s Oscar nominees. Post News Group 2/6/17
An SF State professor who lives in Davis commented on a hate crime in the city that was targeted at the Muslim community. Davis Vanguard 2/7/17
SF State student Esteban Fernandez will compete on “Jeopardy!,” along with 14 other college students. WDJT 2/7/17; SF Gate 2/6/17; Coronado Times 2/6/17; 11 Alive 2/6/17; KNSD 2/6/17 (clip not available online)
Former SF State student and senior media producer at the Gene Autry Museum Laura Purdy discusses the “California Continued” exhibit. Hollywood Soapbox 2/6/17
Iranian diplomat and SF State alumnus Mohammad Javad Zarif is an example of Iranian leaders using social media to transform their image in the West. CNBC 2/7/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumnus Cathy Sandeen is a finalist to be the next chancellor of Minnesota state colleges and universities. Echo Press 2/6/17; Duluth News Tribune 2/6/17
The creation of the first Black Studies program in the United States at SF State is mentioned in a story about the growth of ethnic studies programs. WESA 2/6/17 (clip not available online)
An SF State strike in 1968 is mentioned in a story about the 50th anniversary of the Summer of Love. San Francisco Chronicle 2/5/17
“The Watermelon Woman,” a feature film by Assistant Professor of Cinema Cheryl Dunye, has turned 20. New Now Next 2/3/17
Professor Emeritus Mark Phillips praises the documentary “The Bad Kids” as a must-see film. Marin Independent Journal 2/5/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan comments on the effect President Trump’s travel ban is having on Silicon Valley jobs. Wired 2/3/17
Former SF State student P.L. Maillard was appointed as the new assistant medical group administrator for the Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center. North Bay Business Journal 2/6/17
SF State alumnus Cathy Sandeen is a finalist to be the next chancellor of Minnesota state colleges and universities. Twin Cities Pioneer Press 2/6/17
SF State alumnus George Marcus donated $1 million to Hellenic College and Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. The National Herald 2/5/17
Actor and SF State alumnus Annette Bening discusses the Trump presidency, Brexit and Hollywood in an interview. The Herald 2/4/17
The political career of former San Francisco mayor and SF State alumnus Willie Brown was the subject of a profile. KNTV 2/4/17 (clip not available online)
SF State’s new transit pass for students, the Gator Pass, is mentioned in a story about the city’s next transit-centric supervisor. San Francisco Examiner 2/5/17
An SF State study on how posture influences a person’s mood is mentioned in a story about preventing depression. Tech Times 2/5/17; Natural News 2/3/17
SF State men’s basketball head coach Paul Trevor had his 100th win with the program after the Gators beat Chico State 65-51. San Francisco Examiner 2/4/17
Former SF State president S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned during a discussion of social unrest and freedom of speech on college campuses. The American Spectator 2/3/17
A confrontation between two SF State students over dreadlocks is mentioned in a story about student protests. Investor’s Business Daily 2/3/17
SF State research on how the cost of travel, parking and overnight accommodations has prevented some Californians from going to the beach has sparked new legislation. East County Today 2/3/17
Professor of History Charles Postel commented on protests at UC Berkeley over the appearance of a Breitbart News editor. Sacramento Bee 2/2/17
SF State alumnus Dave Donery will take over as town manager of San Anselmo March 1. Marin Independent Journal 2/2/17
SF State alumnus Terry Jones commented on San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee’s proposal to redevelop some low-income neighborhoods. San Francisco News 2/2/17
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned during a discussion of social unrest on Bay Area college campuses. The American Spectator 2/3/17; World Net Daily 2/2/17; KOH 2/2/17; WBEN 2/2/17; Talk 570 2/2/17; WHAM 2/2/17; WGMD 2/2/17; WWZN 2/2/17 (clips not available online)
Marketing Lecturer Neil Cohen talks about Super Bowl advertising. KNX-AM 2/1/17 (clip not available online)
SF State alumna Mariya Taher wrote a column describing how she’s been personally affected by President Trump’s immigration ban. Brown Girl Magazine 1/31/17
SF State alumnus Lloyd Lee Mason is seeking a seat on the East Bay Regional Park board. Martinez News-Gazette 1/29/17
A Canadian artist who was born in Iran might not be able to attend his own art opening at SF State’s Fine Arts Gallery. San Francisco Chronicle 1/31/17
Former SF State president S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned during a discussion of social unrest on Bay Area college campuses. KTVU 2/1/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student protests during the 1960s that sought courses in black studies are mentioned in a story about Carter G. Woodson and Black History Month. Pasadena Journal 2/1/17
SF State received 10,000 negatives from the Bay Area’s first black professional photographer, who chronicled community life for decades. East Bay Times 2/2/17
SF State research on how the cost of travel, parking and overnight accommodations has prevented some Californians from going to the beach has sparked new legislation. Los Angeles Times 2/1/17
Communication Studies Professor Joe Tuman talks about President Donald Trump’s Supreme Court nominee. KCBS 1/31/17 (clip not available online)
Marketing lecturer Hamid Kargaran talks about how his wife, a green card holder traveling back from Iran, has been affected by President Trump’s immigration ban. KCBA 1/31/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies Rabab Abdulhadi discusses Islamophobia in the wake of President Trump’s immigration ban. KPFA 1/30/17
SF State graduate student Charlotte Hummer commented on student loan debt. WFOX 1/31/17 (clip not available online)
Artwork by SF State graduate student alumnus David Mayfield is being displayed in the Milwaukie City Hall. Portland Tribune 2/1/17
Legendary musician and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis is still going strong as a performer and will perform this month at the Santa Ynez Casino. The Tribune 1/31/17
SF State President Les Wong signed a CSU statement on President Trump’s executive order on immigration. Cedar St. Times 1/31/17
A Canadian artist who was born in Iran might not be able to attend his own art opening at SF State’s Fine Arts Gallery. SF Gate 1/31/17
An SF State study on posture and its effect on mood is referenced in a story on the mental health benefits of good posture. Medical Daily 1/31/17
SF State researchers have found that the costs of travel, parking and overnight accommodations discourage many Californians from going to the beach as often as they would like, especially low-wage earners who live inland. Knowridge Science Report 1/29/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan comments on a company using a Super Bowl ad as a recruiting tool. Morningstar 1/31/17
Marketing lecturer Hamid Kargaran talks about how his wife, a green card holder traveling back from Iran, has been affected by President Trump’s immigration ban. KTVU 1/30/17
Professor of Management Sally Baack comments on a boycott of products linked to the Trump brand. KCBS 1/30/17 (clip not available online)
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane has published a paper studying exoplanet system Wolf 1061. Blasting News 1/30/17; Stock News USA 1/30/17; VICE 1/29/17; Futurism 1/28/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman discusses the tech industry’s backlash against Trump’s executive order on immigration. CNET 1/28/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith comments on the role of Gov. Jerry Brown as the defender of liberal values in Washington, D.C. Christian Science Monitor 1/28/17
Associate Professor of International Relations Juanita Darling comments on the growing popularity of community radio among young Salvadorans. TRT World 1/26/17
Professor of Management Mitchell Marks discusses the fear he felt in coming forward about his support for Donald Trump. Wall Street Journal 1/19/17 (clip not available online)
SF State student Ruqaiya Modan participated in a protest at the San Francisco International Airport against President Trump’s immigration ban. PopSugar 1/30/17
SF State students held a meeting to address Islamophobia in the wake of President Trump’s immigration ban. KPIX 1/30/17; NBC Bay Area 1/30/17; KXJZ 1/30/17; KCBS 1/30/17; KOVER 1/30/17 (clips not available online)
Legendary musician and SF State alumnus Johnny Mathis is still going strong as a performer. Santa Ynez Valley News 1/30/17
Journalist, filmmaker, human rights advocate and SF State alumnus Jose Antonio Vargas spoke about immigration during a meeting at Sonoma State University. Sonoma Index-Tribune 1/27/17
Former SF State student Lyn Romstad launched a mentoring program at schools to help teens in the North Bay. Petaluma Argus Courier 1/31/17
Former SF State graduate student Diane Weipert has a new film that will be featured in LUNAFEST in El Cerrito. El Cerrito Patch 1/29/17
A former SF State graduate student was killed in 2002 by her husband, a man linked to six other killings. East Bay Times 1/27/17
Former SF State student Kip Herren will be inducted into the National Wrestling Hall of Fame. Auburn Reporter 1/26/17
A Canadian artist who was born in Iran might not be able to attend his own art opening at SF State’s Fine Arts Gallery. Canadian Art 1/31/17
Protests organized by SF State students during the 1960s are mentioned in this article. BeyondChron 1/31/17
SF State researchers have found that the costs of travel, parking and overnight accommodations discourage many Californians from going to the beach as often as they would like, especially low-wage earners who live inland. New America Media 1/30/17
An emergency discussion sponsored by a student organization on Islamophobia and President Trump’s executive order was held at SF State. KPIX 1/30/17 (clip not available online)
SF State is the top California school for “sugar babies,” or students relying on the generosity of older men, according to SeekingArrangement.com. OC Weekly 1/27/17
SF State offers classes in “Brain Fitness” taught by wellness educator Hope Levy, who focuses on seniors. The Western Edition 1/14/17
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung is referenced in this essay about observing Lunar New Year traditions. WBAA 1/27/17; Public Radio East 1/27/17; KNPR 1/27/17; KQED 1/27/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane has published a paper studying exoplanet system Wolf 1061. Forbes 1/26/17; WWL 1/26/17; WBEN-AM 1/26/17 (clips not available online)
Alum Celeste Austin serves as director of special programs at The Living Room, a daytime drop-in center assisting homeless and at-risk women and their children in Sonoma County. The Press Democrat 1/26/17
Alum Carolyn McDaniel recently retired after teaching for 33 years in the Trona Joint Unified School District. The Daily Independent 1/27/17
Former student and jazz drummer Paul Yonemura is releasing a new album. Berkeleyside 1/26/17
SF State researchers have found that the costs of travel, parking and overnight accommodations discourage many Californians from going to the beach as often as they would like, especially low-wage earners who live inland. LinkTV 1/26/17; KCET 1/26/17
A recently published study conducted by SF State Geography and Environment Lecturer Anna Studwell could prove life-saving for foraging seabirds along the Central California coastline in the event of an oil spill. Science Daily 1/26/17
SF State alum and actor Ronnie Schell, best known for his television work playing opposite Jim Nabors in the classic ’60s sitcom “Gomer Pyle, USMC,” is appearing at the Improv in Lake Tahoe. Tahoe Daily Tribune 1/25/17
Former student Yoshiro Tasaka is the San Francisco Japanese Consulate’s aide and advisor for community affairs. Nikkei West 1/26/17
Former student Ricky Baker is a high school baseball coach and physical education teacher. Chicago Tribune 1/23/17
A study by the Equality of Opportunity Project found that at SF State the wealthiest students comprise less than 1 percent of enrollments, while 38 percent of students were from the bottom 60 percent in income levels. SF Gate 1/26/17
SF State researchers have found that the costs of travel, parking and overnight accommodations discourage many Californians from going to the beach as often as they would like, especially low-wage earners who live inland. Los Angeles Times 1/26/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane has published a paper studying exoplanet system Wolf 1061. Science Alert 1/25/17; Space.com 1/24/17; International Business Times 1/24/17; Mid Day Daily 1/24/17
SF State student Dani Alvarez is mentioned in a newly released policy paper about tuition-free education in California. Turlock Journal 1/24/17
Iranian diplomat and SF State alumnus Mohammad Javad Zarif Khonsar is an example of Iranian leaders using social media to transform their image in the West. CNBC 1/25/17 (clip not available online)
San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee has appointed Nicole Bohn, former director of SF State’s Disability Programs and Resource Center, to head the city’s Office on Disability. San Francisco Examiner 1/24/17
Oakland high school teacher and SF State alumnus Joel Wing is tracking casualties in Iraq. Bozeman Daily Chronicle 1/24/17
SF State alumna Ma. Rowena Matti advocates for meaningful approaches to education in the learning centers she operates in the Philippines. SunStar Philippines 1/25/17
SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies is mentioned in an article that examines whether ethnic studies programs can change education outcomes for minority students. Pacific Standard 1/25/17
Firefighters responded to a blaze at the SF State library annex. KPIX 1/24/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of English Michael Krasny talks about Jewish humor in the age of the Trump administration. San Francisco Chronicle 1/24/17
Labor and Employment Studies Lecturer Bill Sokol comments on possible cuts to California schools due to skyrocketing pension costs. San Francisco Chronicle 1/23/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane has published a paper studying exoplanet system Wolf 1061. Live Science 1/23/17
The civil suit filed by the family of SF State student Michela Gregory, who was killed in the Oakland warehouse fire, is mentioned in a story about the wife of the building’s master tenant. East Bay Times 1/24/17
SF State graduate student Charlotte Hummer commented on student loan debt. KAMC 1/23/17 (clip not available online)
Oakland high school teacher and SF State alumnus Joel Wing is tracking casualties in Iraq. My Statesman 1/24/17
Adolph “Al” Berenguer, an 88-year-old Vallejo teacher and SF State alumnus, has worked as a classroom teacher for more than 50 years and is writing his third book. Vallejo Times-Herald 1/23/17
Dipsea race legend and SF State alumnus Carl Jensen has died at 72. Marin Independent Journal 1/23/17
Former Oakland teacher and SF State alumna Joanne McKray has died at age 85. East Bay Times 1/24/17
SF State faculty members who participate in the Prison University Project at San Quentin are mentioned in an article praising the prison for its rehabilitation programs. The Sydney Morning Herald 1/24/17
SF State is mentioned in a story about protests during the 1960s. Buzzfeed 1/23/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane has published a paper studying exoplanet system Wolf 1061. The Nation 1/23/17; The Space Reporter 1/22/17; The Sun 1/22/17; Gizmodo 1/22/17; KCBS 1/22/17 (clip not available online); iTechPost 1/21/17; New York Post 1/21/17; Daily Star 1/21/17; Telegiz 1/21/17; Tech Times 1/21/17; UPI 1/21/17; Christian Science Monitor 1/21/17; WINS 1/21/27 (clip not available online); Express 1/20/17; Inquisitr 1/20/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan writes about a strategy for companies to attract top talent. Wall Street Journal 1/23/17
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan lists five reasons why the Senate should reject Andrew Puzder as Labor secretary. The Hill 1/22/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on a proposal to make voting mandatory in San Francisco. Hoodline 1/22/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel comments on SF Mayor Ed Lee taking a new public leadership role in the wake of the Trump presidency. San Francisco Chronicle 1/21/17
Professor of Political Science Joe Tuman commented on the political rhetoric of President Trump’s inaugural address. KCBS 1/20/17; WHBL 1/20/17 (clips not available online)
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith comments on President Trump’s inaugural address. San Francisco Chronicle 1/20/17
SF State graduate student Jaime Burnside is mentioned in a story about her brother, a high school wrestler who is overcoming a tragic loss. The Press Democrat 1/21/17
SF State graduate student Charlotte Hummer commented on student loan debt. WIAT 1/21/17 (clip not available online)
Oakland high school teacher and SF State alumnus Joel Wing is tracking casualties in Iraq. 1/20/17 Los Angeles Times
SF State alumnus David Morris helped organize a demonstration on the Golden Gate Bridge called “Bridge Together.” SFist 1/20/17
SF State was approached about possibly renting the El Rey Theatre in San Francisco after a church vacated the building. SF Gate 1/20/17
SF State is mentioned in a story about Asian American protests in the United States. Hyphen Magazine 1/8/17
Associate Professor of Physics and Astronomy Stephen Kane has published a paper studying exoplanet system Wolf 1061. Express 1/20/17; Huffington Post 1/20/17; IBT 1/20/17; Dotemirates 1/20/17; Daily Mail 1/19/17
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri comments on President Trump’s foreign policy. Tehran Times 1/20/17
Biology Lecturer Frances Wilkerson comments on the presence of ammonia in sewage, which can feed algae blooms. TC Palm 1/20/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith comments on what to expect in President Trump’s inaugural address. SF Gate 1/19/17
Research by Assistant Professor of Sociology Darius Bost is mentioned in an article about queer resistance to Vice President Mike Pence. Mic Network 1/19/17
Professor Emeritus Bill Michaelis’ work in the field of play has been recognized by the online Play and Playground Encyclopedia. Pacifica Tribune 1/19/17
SF State graduate student Charlotte Hummer comments on student loan debt. KPIX 1/19/17
SF State alumna Maya Elisabeth has partnered with Whoopi Goldberg to produce medical cannabis products. GreenBiz 1/20/17
Former high school principal and SF State alumna Dorene Basuino will host the City of Pacifica Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Pacifica Tribune 1/20/17
SF State alumna Jill Ruzicka is the new executive director of the Lake County Winery Association. Record-Bee 1/19/17
SF State research on the positive power of good memories is mentioned in an article on how to wake up happier. Reader’s Digest 1/20/17
SF State’s Project Rebound is mentioned in an article about colleges dropping criminal background questions from admission applications. University Business 1/20/17
SF State is mentioned in an article about labor relations and Palestine. Electronic Intifada 1/19/17
Professor of Management John Sullivan talks about unconscious bias during the hiring process and its effect on a work environment. CIO 1/19/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman comments on President-elect Trump’s use of Twitter to spread his message. CNET 1/19/17
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri comments on President-elect Trump’s foreign policy plans. Tehran Times 1/18/17
SF State MFA candidate in creative writing Neval Pektas writes about childhood identity around race during the Trump presidency. Washington Post 1/19/17
A popular geolocation hashtag among SF State students is #library. SFist 1/18/17
SF State alumna Lisanne Skyler screened her film “Brillo Box” at the fourth annual Fog Design + Art gala at Fort Mason. San Francisco Chronicle 1/18/17
SFJazz is honoring Oakland saxophone icon and former SF State student John Handy. Marin Independent Journal 1/18/17
A confrontation between two SF State students over dreadlocks is mentioned in an article about cultural appropriation. Observer 1/18/17
SF State will host a poetry panel as part of a multidisciplinary showcase at the Museum of African Diaspora. KQED 1/18/17
Author and Professor of Political Science Robert Smith assesses President Barack Obama’s legacy as the first black president. Christian Science Monitor 1/18/17
Composer, singer and School of Music Lecturer Rita Sahai has won a bronze medal in the Global Music Award Honors. India Currents 1/17/17
A book by author and Professor of Creative Writing Peter Orner, “Am I Alone Here? : Notes on Living to Read and Reading to Live,” is a finalist for the National Book Critics Circle in criticism. Los Angeles Times 1/17/17
“Am I Alone Here?: Notes on Living to Read and Reading to Live” by author and Professor of Creative Writing Peter Orner is part of a list of notable books. The New Yorker 1/9/17
Associate Professor of Political Science Ronald Hayduk comments after Portland, Maine, considers letting noncitizen immigrants vote in local elections. CentralMaine.com 1/16/17
Professor of Earth and Climate Sciences John Monteverdi talks about recent rain in the Bay Area and its effect on California’s drought. Hoodline 1/13/17
SF State alumnus Mahyar Amouzegar is the new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs at the University of New Orleans. New Orleans City Business 1/17/17
Author and SF State alumna Cal Orey has a wintry recipe for scones. Tahoe Tribune 1/16/17
California Democratic Party Chairman and SF State alumnus John Burton was the subject of a profile. KPIX 1/15/17 (clip not available)
An SF State study on the value of experiences over material gifts is referenced in a list of 30 habits that will establish a healthier mind. Independent.ie 1/17/17
Professor of Humanities Carel Bertram spoke about how music plays a role in identity at a conference with the theme “Armenians in America.” Massis Post 1/12/17; Asbarez 1/12/17
Associate Professor of Anthropology Niccolo Caldararo has written an editorial that criticizes the Marin County Board of Supervisors for putting development pressure on owners of a San Rafael ranch. 1/12/17 Marin Independent Journal
Actress and SF State alumna Annette Bening is profiled in a review of her latest film, “20th Century Women.” The Philadelphia Inquirer 1/13/17
Two SF State alumnae are leaders of a Girl Scout alternative, Radical Monarchs, which has a feminist edge and focuses on the experiences of women of color. The Daily Sheeple 1/12/17
Former SF State student Sean Moore was seriously injured in an officer-involved shooting in San Francisco. SF Gate 1/13/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman comments on President-elect Donald Trump’s first press conference after winning the election. KCBS 1/11/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson talks about what San Francisco can learn from Denmark’s bike infrastructure. StreetsBlog SF 1/10/17
Todd Lewis, CEO of Richmond’s Omega Pacific Electric Supply and an SF State alumnus, has died at 56. East Bay Times 1/10/17
An at-risk student who participated in Soccer Without Borders, a program that reaches out to children in underserved communities through sports, is going on to play soccer at SF State. Good 1/11/17
A student protest at SF State is mentioned in an article about the role university leaders are expected to play in conflicts over free speech. Dallas News 1/11/17
A confrontation between SF State students over dreadlocks is mentioned after a man was criticized for owning a successful dreadlocks business. Heat Street 1/11/17
A student protest at SF State is mentioned during a talk on the Middle East at a San Diego library. San Diego Jewish Journal 1/10/17
Professor of Political Science Robert Smith’s book “Polarization and the Presidency: From FDR to Barack Obama” is referenced in an article about President Obama’s approval rating. Wisc News 1/11/17; Hartford Sentinel 1/11/17; Muscatine Journal 1/11/17
Oakland saxophone icon and former SF State student John Handy is the subject of a tribute during SFJazz’s fifth season. San Jose Mercury News 1/10/17
An SF State study on excessive temperatures in enclosed cars was mentioned in a story about the dangers of leaving animals or children inside vehicles during the warmer months. KFYI 1/11/17 (clip not available online)
Professor of Journalism Jon Funabiki comments about the lack of diversity in the media following the ousting of a longtime TV anchor in Washington, D.C. The Root 1/9/17
An Osher Lifelong Learning Institute instructor is the subject of an article on the challenge of evicting tenants in California. New Zealand Herald 1/9/17
Two SF State alumnae are leaders of a Girl Scout alternative, Radical Monarchs, which has a feminist edge and focuses on the experiences of women of color. Heat Street 1/9/17; KUIK 1/9/17 (clip not available online)
Former SF State students Adam Fortunate Eagle and Richard Oakes were instrumental in hatching a plan to occupy Alcatraz in 1969. Planet Experts 1/9/17
SF State alumna Shani Winston is looking to pursue a career in politics in Israel. The Bay Area Reporter 1/9/17
Master Mason and SF State alumnus Joel Harold Springer has died at 68. Calaveras Enterprise 1/9/17
Professor of Political Science Robert C. Smith comments on President Barack Obama’s struggle for bipartisan cooperation during his two terms. PolitiFact 1/6/17
Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov comments on the U.S. intelligence report on Russian hacking. Russia Direct 1/9/17
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman comments on efforts to save artist warehouse spaces in the aftermath of the Ghost Ship fire. San Francisco Chronicle 1/8/17
An Osher Lifelong Learning Institute instructor is the subject of an article on the challenge of evicting tenants in California. Daily Telegraph 1/8/17; Mother Jones 12/29/16
Professor Emeritus Mark Phillips critiques the nomination of Betsy DeVos for U.S. Secretary of Education. Marin Independent Journal 1/8/16
SF State student Alisar Mustafa advocates for making education accessible to children in Syria. Study Breaks 1/9/17
An SF State student who works as a babysitter and advertises her services through Care.com nearly fell victim to a scam on the website. KRON 1/8/17 (clip not available online)
Author and SF State alumna Marianne Gage has published her third novel, “Private Faces.” Huffington Post 1/9/17
Award-winning actor and SF State alumnus Jeffrey Tambor talks about his acting career. KTVF 1/8/17; KXGN 1/8/17; WNBC 1/8/17; WLTZ 1/8/17; WPTZ 1/8/17; WMBF 1/8/17; WHIZ 1/8/17; KTEN 1/8/17; KYMA 1/8/17; KUSA 1/8/17; KGBF 1/8/17; KGW 1/8/17 (clips not available online)
SF State alumnus Steve Hales is the new general manager for the Solano County Fairgrounds. Daily Republic 1/7/17
SF State Vice President of Administration and Finance Ron Cortez has accepted a position as the vice chancellor for administrative and business services at the University of California, Irvine. Chronicle of Higher Education 1/8/17; Orange County Register 1/9/17
SF State is mentioned in a discussion on free speech on college campuses. Slate 1/9/17
A weekly roundup lists a story on SF State and anti-Semitism as one of the top articles of last week. San Francisco Examiner 1/6/17
Associate Professor of Comparative and World Literature Shirin Khanmohamadi comments on the American far right’s interest in the Middle Ages. The Economist 1/2/17
Professor of Sociology Colleen Hoff comments on a new study that found young gay men who are part of a couple favor monogamy. Edge Media Network 1/5/17
Associate Professor of Economics Philip King commented on the economic value of recreation at beaches in an article about a Southern California surf gang. The Inertia 1/5/17
Andy Warhol Museum curator and SF State alumnus Jose Carlos Diaz is one of the creative forces shaping Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1/5/17
The first Chinese educator in the Stockton Unified School District, SF State alumna Esther Fong, has died at 88. Stockton Record 1/5/17
SF State alumnus Steve Hales is the new general manager for the Solano County Fairgrounds. The Reporter 1/5/17
SF State employee Mark Ohanesian comments on the pending closure of the Stonestown Mall Macy’s. KTVU 1/5/17
Incoming SF State first-year student Daniel Vasquez is featured in a profile on immigrants shielded by the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals program. New York Times 1/17
SF State student Ariana Hatami died following an alleged domestic abuse incident. SF Gate 1/4/17
Despite its recent dip in the polls, the SF State men’s basketball team is having a historic season. San Francisco Examiner 1/4/17
Chief Palestinian negotiator and SF State alumnus Saeb Erekat was mentioned in a discussion on Palestine. KGO Radio (clip not available online)
Actor and former SF State student Danny Glover is the subject of a profile. Gazette Review 1/4/17
SF State’s Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies was mentioned in an article about the increase of bottlenose dolphins in the San Francisco Bay. Times Union 1/2/17
The SF State Poetry Center is mentioned in an interview with Jewish-Cuban poet Jose Kozer. Tablet Magazine 1/4/17
Pinoy Educational Partnerships (PEP), a mentorship program that connects SF State students with high school students, is mentioned. Asian Journal 1/5/17
Associate Professor of Economics Philip King commented on the economic value of recreation at beaches in an article about a Southern California surf gang. Daily Breeze 1/3/17
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Studies Alex Gerould commented on the rise of street violence in San Jose. San Jose Mercury News 12/31/16
Santa Rosa educator, actor and SF State alumnus Bob Stanley has died at 83. The Press Democrat 1/3/17
SF State Vice President of Administration and Finance Ron Cortez has accepted a position as the vice chancellor for administrative and business services at the University of California, Irvine. Orange County Business Journal 1/3/17; Los Angeles Times 1/3/17
SF State’s Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies was mentioned in an article about the increase of bottlenose dolphins in the San Francisco Bay. Houston Chronicle 1/2/17; Stamford Advocate 1/2/17
Author and Professor of Creative Writing Peter Orner discussed his essay collection “Am I Alone Here?” on Forum. KQED 12/29/16 (clip not available online)
Assistant Professor of Journalism Sachi Cunningham is documenting the growing movement of big-wave surfers. San Francisco Chronicle 12/24/16
Professor of Management John Sullivan commented on how hiring referrals can erode workplace diversity. Bloomberg 12/23/16
Associate Professor of Humanities Carel Bertram spoke at a Society for Armenian Studies conference on Armenians in America. Mirror Spectator 12/22/16
Manager of the SF Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve and SF State lecturer Michael Vasey was quoted in an article on exploring the San Mateo coastline. Bay Nature 1/1/17
SF State student Rene Siqueiros was quoted in an article about a program that helps low-income high school students in Watsonville broaden their academic horizons. Santa Cruz Sentinel 12/26/16
SF State’s men’s basketball team continues to climb in national polls. KPIX 12/27/17; KNVN 12/27/17; KHSL 12/27/16; KCBS 12/28/16 (clips not available online)
The family of SF State student Michela Gregory, who was killed in the Oakland warehouse fire, filed a lawsuit following the disaster. Washington Post 12/23/16; Jackson Hole News and Guide 12/24/16; KPCC 12/25/16; San Mateo Daily Journal 12/27/2016; Rolling Stone 12/28/16; KQED 12/23/16; KNTV 12/23/16; Bloomberg Radio 12/23/16; WNEW 12/23/16; KCAL 12/23/16; KPIX 12/23/16; WINS 12/23/16; WBBM 12/23/16; WPTV 12/24/16; KWQC 12/24/16; KNDO 12/24/16; KSBW 12/24/16; KWQC 12/24/16; WMC 12/24/16; WBZ 12/24/16; KOAA 12/24/16; WNDU 12/24/16; KCRW 12/26/16 (clips not available online)
SF State alumna Maddie Smith is a co-owner of Petaluma’s Forget Me Not Cakes. Petaluma Argus Courier 1/3/17
SF State alumnus and social change advocate Scott Meyers-Lipton is fighting to shrink the wealth gap in Silicon Valley. San Jose Mercury News 12/26/2016
SF State was mentioned in an article about anti-Semitism. San Francisco Examiner 1/3/17; Breitbart News 12/27/16; The Algemeiner 12/26/16; KGO 1/3/17; KFBK 1/3/17 (clips not available online)
SF State was mentioned in an article about recording and broadcasting CSU classes online. San Francisco Examiner 1/2/17
SF State’s Romberg Tiburon Center for Environmental Studies was mentioned in an article about the increase of bottlenose dolphins in the SF Bay. San Francisco Chronicle 1/2/17
The SF State Poetry Center is mentioned in an article on the passing of poet David Meltzer. San Francisco Chronicle 1/2/17
SF State received funding from the San Mateo County Office of Education to help train and credential teachers in an effort to end the county’s teacher shortage. San Mateo Daily Journal 12/28/16
The San Francisco Chronicle’s sixth most read story of 2016 was on the woman abandoned as a baby at SF State and graduated from the school 31 years later. San Francisco Chronicle 5/28/16