A selection of recent stories about the San Francisco State University community that have appeared in the media.
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October
10/11/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed how San Francisco politics shaped the career of Vice President Kamala Harris when she was the city’s district attorney. (This article has a paywall.)
10/10/2024
A website that tracks non-citizen voting managed by Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk was referenced.
8/23/2024
Alumna Dawn Addis is a San Luis Obispo County Assembly candidate.
10/11/2024
SF State’s Dining Services received Sodexo’s Plant-Forward Challenge award.
10/10/2024
A paper written for an SF State class about transexual sex workers in the 1960s was discussed during a panel on LGBT labor history at the Organization of American Historians 2024 Conference. (Time stamp: 6:00.)
Today’s Chronic; The Mercury News; East Bay Times
10/10/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the proposed recall of Alameda County District Attorney Pamela Price.
10/10/2024
Chair and Professor of Kinesiology Matt Lee discussed how runners can optimize their workout routine.
10/10/2024
Assistant Professor of Latina/Latino Studies Leticia Hernandez helped organize a virtual event celebrating Latino poetry.
KCBS-AM
10/10/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed teaching students about ballot measures in a news segment about San Francisco’s Proposition 33, which would prohibit landlords from raising rents. (Clip not available.)
Pacific Citizen
8/23/2024
Professor Emeritus of Asian American Studies Ben Kobashigawa and the Center for Japanese American Studies at SF State were mentioned in an article about a proposed mural in Japantown.
10/9/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Rebecca Eissler spoke about the history of the “I Voted” sticker
Issues in Science and Technology
10/8/2024
Cephalopod research by Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was discussed in an article about the OCTOPUS ACT of 2024, a bipartisan Senate bill that would prohibit commercial octopus farming.
10/7/2024
Professor of Psychology Ryan Howell commented on the psychology behind financial debt.
NewsOne; The Urban Daily; Praise 100.9
10/7/2024
The late poet Amiri Baraka, a former faculty member, was profiled. (This article was originally published by NewsOne.)
10/8/2024
Alumna Rachel Kertz is a San Rafael City Council candidate.
10/5/2024
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln’s comments about COVID-19 policies were quoted in an article about a recent Pandemic Policy Conference at Stanford University.
Reuters; The Denver Gazette; Yahoo! News
10/5/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on issues dominating San Francisco’s mayoral race. (This article was originally published in Reuters and republished in 55 additional media outlets.)
Journal of Behavioral Medicine
10/5/2024
Research by alumna Emily Wei-Ning Wu was cited in a study on discrimination in treatment and negative outcomes among Black individuals with chronic pain.
10/4/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a District 1 supervisor candidates, discussed San Francisco Unified School District’s proposed plan to close and consolidate schools in the city.
10/4/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco, a District 11 supervisorial candidate, discussed what he thinks are the top issues in the Excelsior.
9/14/2024
The establishment of the Black Studies programs at SF State in the 1960s was discussed during an author discussion on African American history.
SF Gate
10/3/2024
Lecturer for the School of Environment Kevin Levey commented on the current heatwave impacting the San Francisco Bay Area.
10/3/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s reelection chances in an article about other political figures who lost their seats in primaries.
10/2/2024
Professor Emeritus of Ethnic Studies and Psychology Kenneth P. Monteiro wrote an op-ed about the City of Palm Springs’ decision to complete a historical context study on the displacement of Section 14 residents in the 1960s.
10/1/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger was quoted in an article analyzing American Jewish reactions to the conflict in Gaza.
Hispanic Engineer & Information Technology
10/2/2024
Student Samantha Carrillo was awarded a Congressional Hispanic Leadership Institute Fellowship for fall 2024.
10/3/2024
Ripple CEO and alumnus Chris Larsen is a 2024 San Franciscan of the Year nominee.
10/3/2024
Alumnus and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown Jr.’s contribution to Vice President Kamala Harris’ political success was discussed. (This article has a paywall.)
10/2/2024
The success of alumna Jayshree Ullal’s cloud networking company Arista Networks was discussed.
10/2/2024
Alumna Michaela Perez is an Oxnard City Council candidate.
10/1/2024
Alumna Myrna Melgar, a District 7 supervisorial candidate, discussed how the district will support senior citizens under her supervision.
10/1/2024
SF State was mentioned in a story about Noches Universitarias (College Nights), a program that helps immigrant students plan for higher education.
10/1/2024
lumna Jessie Ryan discussed her goals as the new president of the Campaign for College Opportunity, a higher education advocacy group.
9/30/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco, a candidate for District 11 supervisor, discussed issues impacting the Oceanview, Merced Heights and Ingleside neighborhoods.
9/30/2024
Alumnus Ed Scott wrote an article about how using digital software to process photos can sometimes reveal hidden surprises.
September
9/30/2024
Artist and alumna Suzanne Jackson was profiled in an article about a book on Black artists in which she is featured.
9/25/2024
Alum Lauren Marie Fleming was interviewed about xer new novel, “Because Fat Girl.” (This article has a paywall.)
9/26/2024
SF State’s ranking on the U.S. News & World Report 2025 Best Colleges rankings was mentioned in an article about Cal State San Bernadino.
Mendicino Beacon
9/26/2024
Author Marnie White, an alumna, was profiled in an article about an upcoming book reading event.
9/25/2024
A statement by the late Ronald Reagan regarding the 1968 student strike at SF State was cited in an op-ed about supposed misconceptions about the Republican politician.
9/26/2024
Alumnus Thomas Gase wrote an editorial about his experience covering Oakland Athletics’ games.
9/26/2024
SF State was listed as a Teaching with Primary Sources grant recipient.
9/25/2024
The Stop AAPI Hate website, launched in collaboration with SF State’s Asian American Studies Department in 2020, was mentioned in an article about a 2023 survey that showed an increase in hate acts against Asian Americans. (This article was originally published by USA Today. It was republished in eight additional media outlets.)
9/13/2024
Assistant Professor of Journalism Joshua Davis wrote an article exploring proposals in “Project 2025” to weaponize the Department of Justice against progressive district attorneys.
California Faculty Association
9/26/2024
The 1968 student strike at SF State was discussed in an article about the CSU Academic Senate’s decision to vote against a new time, place, manner policy.
SF Gate
9/19/2024
The Bay Area Television Archive at SF State was mentioned in an article about a man who survived a fall through the city’s Transamerica Pyramid in 1978.
9/24/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discussed immigrant voting rights in an article about a ballot measure in Wisconsin that would allow non-citizens to vote in local elections.
9/22/2024
Student journalist Cami Dominguez wrote an article about District 9 supervisorial candidates’ views on San Francisco’s role as a sanctuary city.
Euro News; Yahoo!; Daily Guardian EU
9/24/2024
Graduate student Birdy Wei-Ting Hung’s receipt of a 2024 Student Academy Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for her film “A Brighter Summer Day for the Lady Avengers” was mentioned in an article about the award ceremony being held in London. (The Yahoo! article was originally published by Euro News.)
9/23/2024
Alumnus Mario Vasquez Zuniga discussed the success of Collective, a consulting firm he co-founded in 2023.
9/23/2024
A candidate for the Modesto City Schools Board of Education mentioned that his daughter was able to transfer college credits to SF State through an early college program. (This article was originally published in The Modesto Bee, which has a paywall.)
9/23/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk was mentioned in a summary of an episode of the podcast “AirTalk” about an Orange County ballot measure that would allow non-citizens in Santa Ana to vote in local elections.
9/22/2024
Student journalist Cami Dominguez wrote an article about District 9 supervisorial candidates’ views on San Francisco’s role as a sanctuary city.
9/21/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco, a District 11 supervisor candidate, discussed ways to bring more grocery stores to the district.
9/18/2024
Sachi Cunningham, associate professor of Journalism, was interviewed about the upcoming release of her film “SheChange.”
9/16/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on non-citizen voting in a story about Pennsylvania election laws.
9/17/2024
Graduate student Birdy Wei-Ting Hung received a 2024 Student Academy Award from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for her film “A Brighter Summer Day for the Lady Avengers.” (The Yahoo article was originally published by Variety.)
9/17/2024
Alumnus Bob Sherman was interviewed about his lifelong love of diving
9/18/2024
SF State’s online student radio station was mentioned in a column about college radio.
9/18/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on non-citizen voting in a story about Pennsylvania election laws.
9/17/2024
Professor of Creative Writing May-lee Chai commented on Donald Trump’s claims that immigrants are eating pets in Springfield, Ohio.
9/18/2024
Alumna Nadine Wade-Gravett is the Napa County Office of Education’s newest board member.
9/14/2024
Professor of Management Ronald Purser discussed how some people use the identity of being an empath to avoid accountability.
9/16/2024
Master’s student Michael Gallagher read a poem he wrote.
Richmond Confidential; OaklandNorth
9/14/2024
SF State was one of four schools that participated in a design competition featuring old BART tickets transformed into fashion.
9/13/2024
Alumna Myrna Melgar, a District 7 supervisorial candidate, discussed proposed plans to revitalize 9th Avenue.
9/13/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a District 1 supervisor candidates, discussed why he will not be supporting Proposition L, which would increase sales tax to raise revenue that would be applied towards transportation.
9/13/2024
Alumnus Chris Harrold is the new associate and youth pastor at Sherwood Baptist Church in Huntsville, Alabama.
9/13/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco, who is running for District 11 supervisor, discussed why he does not support a project that would close the Great American Highway in a Q&A with other candidates.
9/13/2024
Jose Corona, a member of the band The Red Pears, discussed briefly attending SF State.
9/13/2024
SF State’s new West Grove Commons residential community was mentioned in an article about new student housing at San Jose State.
USA Today; Detroit Free Press; MSN
9/12/2024
Professor of Creative Writing May-lee Chai discussed the history of the xenophobic stereotype that immigrants eat housepets. (This article was originally published by USA Today. It was republished in three additional media outlets.)
9/12/2024
A 1982 interview with former faculty member Diana Reiss about a study on communication in aquatic animals was aired for World Dolphin Day.
9/12/2024
The political prospects of alumna Myrna Melgar, who represents District 7 on the city’s Board of Supervisors, were discussed.
Colorado State University Pueblo
9/12/2024
The founding of the first Black Student Union at SF State in 1966 was discussed in an article about the new BSU president at Colorado State University – Pueblo.
9/11/2024
SF State’s real estate development plans and those of its neighbors Parkmerced and Stonestown were the subject of a news story.
9/10/2024
SF State’s newest student housing building, West Grove Commons, was the subject of a feature.
9/10/2024
SF State is one of four schools competing in a design competition to turn old BART tickets into fashion.
9/10/2024
Research on the effects of fog on strawberry growth by Sara Baguskas, associate professor for the School of the Environment, was discussed in an article about research on San Francisco’s changing climate.
9/9/2024
Design students discussed the fashion designs they created using paper BART tickets.
9/9/2024
Alumnus Harry Glorikian discussed how artificial intelligence can be used to improve health.
9/9/2024
Author and alumna Syl Co discussed advocating for animals.
The Conversation; Milwaukee Independent
9/10/2024
An article about a Vietnam protester mentioned the 1968 student strike and the establishment of the Black Studies program. (This article was originally published 5/24/2024 by The Conversation.)
9/9/2024
Alumna Myrna Melgar discussed which supervisorial candidate she supports in a Q&A with district 7 candidates.
9/10/2024
The West Grove Commons at SF State was discussed.
9/6/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about Bay Area college rankings.
9/9/2024
Russell Jeung, professor of Asian American Studies, discussed concerns about anti-Chinese backlash following charges that a former aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul had acted as an undisclosed agent for the Chinese government.
9/9/2024
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley discussed how crime in San Francisco differs from crime in other California cities. (This article has a paywall.)
9/9/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in a news story about the impact of California's minimum wage increase for fast food workers.
9/9/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on an Orange County ballot measure that, if passed, would allow non-citizens in Santa Ana to vote in local elections. (See episode “Santa Ana Voters to Decide on Whether to Allow Non-Citizens to Vote in Municipal Elections.” Timestamp: 3:40.)
9/8/2024
Alumnus Aaron Olson was interviewed about creating the musical score for “Nutcrackers,” a film that debuted Sept. 5 at the Toronto International Film Festival.
9/9/2024
Former faculty member and co-founder of the University’s Black Studies Department Sonia Sanchez discussed her career and turning 90. (This news site has a paywall.)
9/6/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco, a District 11 supervisor candidate, discussed San Francisco Unified School District’s proposed school closures.
9/6/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a District 1 supervisor candidate, discussed how the city can deal with concerns about a growing coyote population.
9/6/2024 – 9/9/2024
Researchers at SF State contributed to a study on low-impact yoga and incontinence.
9/6/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed mayoral candidate Daniel Lurie’s campaign approach.
9/4/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about reports that President Biden would block a Japanese company’s attempt to take over U.S. Steel.
9/5/2024
Russell Jeung, professor of Asian American Studies, commented on charges that a former aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul had acted as an undisclosed agent for the Chinese government.
Top Secret Files: Declassified
9/6/2024
The 1996 discovery of an exoplanet in the Upsilon Andromedae system by former faculty members Geoffrey Marcy and Debra Fischer (M.S., ’90) and alumnus R. Paul Butler was discussed on an episode of a television series about the possibility of life beyond Earth. (Clip not available.)
9/5/2024
A 2012 lecture at SF State by Li Lu, an investor and businessman, was mentioned in a podcast episode
9/5/2024
Statements by Jeff Jackanicz, vice president of University Advancement and president of the SF State Foundation board, and Media Relations Specialist Kent Bravo were quoted in an article about how universities have responded to calls to divest from Israel.
9/5/2024
Russell Jeung, professor of Asian American studies, discussed the importance of mayoral candidates listening to Chinese voters in the city.
The Willits News; The Ukiah Daily Journal
9/4/2024
Selections of artwork by alumnus Bob Comings are on exhibit as part of a two-person show titled “Seeking the Light | A Long Strange Trip.”
9/4/2024
SF State research on the negative impact of the lack of parental support for LGBTQ youth was mentioned in an article about conversion therapies.
9/3/2024
Researchers at SF State contributed to a study on low-impact yoga and incontinence.
9/4/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on progressive Mission District voters and how their discontent could shake up the upcoming San Francisco election.
9/3/2024
When he was a student, Daedalus Howell wrote the script for the new film “Werewolf Serenade,” which debuts at the Oakland International Film Festival.
9/3/2024
Alumna and Miwok scholar Betty Goerke passed away at 93.
NBC News; US Times Mirror; MSN
8/29/2024
A statement by Jeff Jackanicz, president of the University's Foundation board, was quoted in an article about the University's decision to divest from three companies that do not meet its human rights standards.
The Jerusalem Post; The Forward; Jewish Telegraph Agency
8/30/2024
Former faculty member and rabbi-activist Michael Lerer died Aug. 28.
9/1/2024
Alumnus Paul Bosco, co-owner of Lucca Delicatessen on Chestnut Street, discussed his success working at one of the city’s classic Italian shops.
8/31/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a District 1 supervisor candidate, discussed how he would draw tourists to the city's Richmond District.
8/31/2024
An upcoming fashion competition featuring SF State design students will showcase designs they created using paper BART tickets.
8/26/2024
An SF State study on vehicle temperatures was cited in an article about two Missouri women accused of locking three disabled elderly people in a hot car. (This article has a paywall.)
August
8/29/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, discussed the impact of the state’s new minimum wage increase for fast food workers. (Time stamp 8:56)
KRON 4
8/29/2024
New dorms for first-year students at SF State and a new program that helps reduce the cost of student housing for qualifying students was discussed. (Clip not available.)
8/27/2024
Professor Emeritus of Asian American Studies Daniel Phil Gonzales was quoted in an article about a column written about a campaign speech by Vice President Kamala Harris.
8/26/2024
The new West Grove Commons was featured in an article about expanded on-campus housing at SF State.
The Mercury News; USA News Site; Marin Independent Journal
8/28/2024 – 8/29/2024
Researchers from SF State joined the Bee Lab, a research facility dedicated to bee pollinators, in the quest for a rare bee species near Mount Tampalpais. (This article was published in five media outlets. All sites but the USA News Site have paywalls.)
8/27/2024
Alumna Sally Saul discussed her love of art and being a ceramic artist.
8/26/2024
Omar Carrera, alumnus and CEO of the social service organization Canal Alliance, discussed the nonprofit’s youth soccer program.
8/26/2024
Ralph Arlyck, an American documentary filmmaker, discussed studying film briefly at SF State.
8/26/2024
SF State design students will compete against other Bay Area students to create fashion out of paper BART tickets. (ABC 7 timestamp: 11:00.)
8/28/2024
SF State and other Bay Area colleges are anticipating protests over the war in Gaza Thursday as security ramps up at many colleges expecting protests. (This story was syndicated in several other news outlets.)
8/27/2024
SF State is offering more beds to freshmen students and at reduced cost.
KPIX
8/28/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Rebecca Eissler commented on the negative perceptions people have of San Francisco and how the city is now front-and-center because it’s where Kamala Harris rose to prominence. (Clip not available online)
8/28/2024
Alumna Jayshree Ullal was profiled for being one of the wealthiest self-made women in the U.S.
8/23/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on the continued debate over non-citizens being allowed to vote in local elections.
8/21/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, discussed a possible strike by Canadian freight railroad workers. (This interview is in Russian.)
Greene County Record; Orange County Review; Madison County Eagle
8/25/2024
Alumna Michele Karabin, noted for being a contestant on the show “MasterChef,” discussed using her culinary skills for a fundraising event for Greene County Public Schools’ special education services department.
8/23/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a District 1 supervisor candidate, discussed what improvements he would make to transportation access for seniors in the Richmond District.
8/25/2024
SF State’s Iranian Diaspora Studies program was mentioned in an article about the achievements of artist Esther Elia.
8/23/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the differences in presidential campaign ads seen in California and in swing states.
8/21/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about Governor Newsom’s comments on the impact of the recent minimum wage increases for fast food workers.
8/23/2024
Alumnus Dante Alvarez is the new superintendent for the Salida Union School District. (This article has a paywall.)
8/22/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco discussed more uses for Boxer Stadium during a Q&A with District 11 candidates.
8/21/2024
Alumnus Jim Kelly was profiled in an article about the 46th anniversary of Rainbow Bridge Jewelers in Folsom.
8/21/2024
Alumnus Paul Sullivan discussed the value of business interruption insurance.
South China Morning Post ; MSN Singapore
8/20/2024
Student Lin Xinjiang discussed his decision to study in the U.S. in an article about a decline of Chinese students studying in the U.S. amid safety concerns. (The original publishing source, South China Morning Post, has a paywall.)
WHYY; Philanthropy News Digest
8/21/2024
A story about a Princeton University STEM program toolkit for helping formerly incarcerated students obtain degrees mentions SF State’s use of the toolkit.
KBU; KDHT
8/21/2024
SF State Professor of Employment Studies John Logan commented on growth in California’s fast food jobs following the wage increase for fast food workers. (Clip not available online)
8/20/2024
SF State Ethnic Studies lecturer Lara Kiswani commented on proposed legislation that would limit how people talk about Israel’s war against Gaza in schools.
8/20/2024
An article about Barack Obama’s endorsement of Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris mentioned the Commencement address she delivered at SF State in 2007
Times~Herald; East Bay Times; MSN
8/17/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the pressure on civic leaders to take action in the wake of a Supreme Court ruling that granted cities more authority to crack down on encampments of unhoused individuals.
8/16/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the city’s District 5 supervisor race.
8/15/2024 – 8/18/2024
A eulogy for Nathan Hare, the first chair of SF State’s Africana Studies (then Black Studies) program, who died June 10, was quoted. (See the section with the headline “In Memoriam: Dr. Michael Eric Dyson Eulogizes ‘The Father of Black Studies’ in San Francisco.”)
8/18/2024
Alumna Myrna Melgar discussed the city’s approach to recent sweeps of unhoused individuals during a Q&A with District 7 candidates.
8/16/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva discussed the city’s approach to recent sweeps of unhoused individuals during a Q&A with District 1 candidates.
8/15/2024
Alumnus Ted Friedman, know for his love of Berkeley’s Telegraph Avenue, died July 22.
8/15/2024
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung discussed anti-Asian hate and co-founding the Stop AAPI Hate coalition.
8/15/2024
President and CEO of cloud networking company Arista Networks Jayshree Ullal, an alumna, was profiled in an article about Indian leaders of prominent tech companies.
8/15/2024
Alumnus Michael E. Spagna discussed being appointed as the acting president of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
8/14/2024
An RV community that moved from Winston Drive, near SF State, to the area near the San Francisco Zoo was mentioned in a story about people struggling to deal with the city’s enforcement of parking rules.
8/13/2024
Actor and activist Jamal Truelove, an alumnus, discussed Vice President Kamala Harris’ response to his wrongful murder conviction while she was serving as the district attorney for San Francisco.
The Washington Blade; Los Angeles Blade
8/12/2024 - 8/13/2024
Alumna and activist Kim Coco Iwanoto is the first openly trans woman to be elected as a state lawmaker in Hawaii.
8/12/2024
The 1969 occupation of Alcatraz by Indigenous activists from SF State was discussed in an article about the 90th anniversary of the island’s infamous prison. (This article was published by 12 media outlets.)
Midland Daily News; Bangor Daily News; MSN
8/9/2024 – 8/12/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke co-wrote an article about the negative impact of antibiotics overuse in factory farms. (This article was originally published 8/6/2024 by The Progressive Magazine.)
8/8/2024
Biology Professor Vance Vredenburg commented on a deadly fungus that has infected amphibians in Yosemite National Park.
8/7/2024
SF State Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on the unionization of workers at a Maryland Apple Store. (This article was originally published 8/6/2024 by The New York Times.)
8/10/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a candidate for District 1 supervisor, discussed the impact of Outside Lands on the Richmond district.
8/10/2024
Alumnus Charles Hall, who created the waterbed as a student at SF State, was mentioned in a call for waterbed enthusiasts to share their stories. (This article was originally published 5/5/2024 by The Los Angeles Times.)
8/9/2024
Alumnus Michael E. Spagna has been appointed acting president of California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt.
8/9/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco discussed the encampment sweeps targeting unhoused individuals in the city during a Q&A with District 11 candidates.
8/9/2024
Alumnus Dan Hamer was profiled in an article about his recent nomination to the Gardnerville Town Board.
8/8/2024
Jazz vocalist Suzanne Pittson, an alumna, commented on the release of her new album.
8/7/2024
Alumnus Hassan Aburish discussed running for a District 5 seat in Woodside.
8/12/2024
SF State was awarded part of a grant from the National Park Service to be used for projects related to the return of Indigenous artifacts to their rightful tribal homes.
The East Bay Times; The Mercury News
8/9/2024
Artifacts at SF State were mentioned in an article about Muwekma Ohlone Tribal members advocating for museums and institutions to return artifacts to their tribal homes.
8/8/2024
The establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State was mentioned in an article about the concerns of parents in the Palo Alto Unified School District about ethnic studies curricula.
8/8/2024
A collaboration with SF State was among the accomplishments listed by Sequoia Union High School District Trustee Shawneece Stevenson in a statement announcing her decision not to seek reelection.
8/8/2024
The 1968 student strike was mentioned in an article about what organizers of the 2024 Democratic Convention in Chicago can learn from anti-Vietnam war protests outside the Democratic Convention in 1968 that led to riots.
8/7/2024
SF State Professor of Public Health Laura Mamo commented on how societal views on fertility and parenthood have changed in an article about the uncertain future of IVF.
8/6/2024
SF State Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on the recent success of Apple Store workers at a Maryland store to unionize.
8/7/2024
Police forced homeless residents living in RVs along Winston Drive to relocate, stating more parking was needed for SF State students.
8/7/2024
Dreamy shoegaze musician and former SF State student Wisp is performing at San Francisco’s Outside Lands.
8/7/2024
Alumna Melanie Harris is the new vice principal of Adele Harrison Middle School in the Sonoma Valley Unified School District.
8/6/2024
Associate Professor of Biology Jaime Chaves was co-author of an article about revisiting Charles Darwin’s research to understand plant-microbes interactions on the Galápagos Islands. (This article has a paywall.)
8/6/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke co-wrote an article about the negative impact of antibiotics overuse in factory farms.
8/5/2024
Professor of Biology Sarah Cohen discussed what she’s observed about Bay Area wildlife while working on KQED’s educational video series “Deep Look.”
8/3/2024
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley commented on the Sacramento County Sheriff's Office attempt to deter retail theft with billboard advertisements. (This article has a paywall.)
8/2/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on the push by some members of the GOP to prohibit noncitizen voting in federal elections, which is already illegal. (This article has a paywall.)
8/3/2024
Student Jermaine Ramos commented on the challenge of finding an electric vehicle charging station in the city.
8/5/2024
Alumna Ella Jenkins’ success in transforming children’s music was discussed in an article about her upcoming 100th birthday. (This article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
8/4/2024
Alumna Kiana Krystle discussed her new book “Dance of the Starlit Sea.”
8/3/2024
Alumna Myrna Melgar discussed which supervisor she admires in a Q&A with District 7 candidates.
8/2/2024
Grace Yoo, dean for the College of Ethnic Studies, discussed the benefits of teaching ethnic studies in an article about parents asking the Palo Alto Unified School District to share its ethnic studies curriculum.
8/2/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco discussed recent school board recalls in a Q&A with District 11 candidates.
7/31/2024
Alumna Mariel Paat commented on the restoration of a mural honoring the first Asian American Olympic gold medalist.
8/2/2024
SF State was mentioned in multiple news segments about enforcements of parking laws in the city as part of Mayor London Breed’s plan to relocate unhoused individuals. (There are two versions of the ABC 7 story.
8/1/2024
Alumna and educator Jennifer Ramos was awarded the 2024 Susan S. Northcutt Award from the International Studies Association for her work advancing underrepresented scholars.
8/1/2024
Alumnus Charlie J. Stephens was interviewed about his debut novel “A Wounded Deer Seeking Refuge.”
7/31/2024
Alumnus Eric Mazariego, who works for the Orientation Center for the Blind, discussed his career, being vision impaired and his lifelong use of the BART system.
The College Fix; The Michigan Star; The Minnesota Sun
7/30/2024
The discontinuation of SF State’s COVID vaccine mandate was mentioned in an article about 20 universities nationwide that still require vaccines. (This article was originally published 7/24/2024 by The College Fix. It was republished in 26 news outlets.)
July
7/30/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was interviewed about what powers a mayor has to influence elections.
7/8/2024
Associate Professor of Computer Science E. Wes Bethel discussed his most recent research article, “Quantum Computing and Visualization: A Disruptive Technological Change Ahead.”
7/30/2024
The documentary “Possible Selves: Overcoming the Odds in Foster Care” featuring student Mia Derisso recently aired. (Link provided is to full documentary.)
7/31/2024
Alumnus Manny Espinoza discussed how the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program and a Pursuit of Excellence scholarship have benefited his career.
7/30/2024
Alumna Chris Phung discussed her favorite San Francisco “foodie.”
Hawaii Tribune Herald; The Daily Item
7/30/2024- 7/31/2024
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies were discussed in an op-ed about the shifting political views of Asian American voters. (This article was originally published 7/25/2024 by The Los Angeles Times.)
7/29/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Vice President Kamala Harris’ endorsement of Mayor London Breed’s reelection.
7/30/2024
Alumnus Patrick Harman was profiled and quoted in an article about his candidacy for lieutenant governor of Washington.
7/29/2024
Actor and filmmaker Amy Hart Redford, an alumna, was profiled in a story about her father Robert Redford and his family.
7/28/2024
District 7 supervisor candidate Myrna Melgar, an alumna, discussed how she would resolve transit issues in the district.
The Tennessee Star; The Pennsylvania Daily Star; The Ohio Star
7/30/2024
The discontinuation of SF State’s COVID vaccine mandate was mentioned in an article about 20 universities nationwide that still require vaccines.
7/29/2024
Advocacy for an ethnic studies curriculum by the 1960s student group Third World Liberation Front was discussed in an article about Asian Americans and the U.S. Census.
7/26/2024
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John Monteverdi commented on the science behind the film “Twisters.”
7/25/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, discussed the California Supreme Court decision to uphold Proposition 22, which exempted app-based transportation companies like Lyft and Uber from having to provide benefits to certain employees. (Time stamp: 2:02- 7:08)
7/25/2024
Africana Studies Lecturer Dave “Davey D” Cook discussed the legacy of Nathan Hare, the first chair of SF State’s Africana Studies (then Black Studies) program, who died June 10.
7/25/2024
Writer and publisher G.H. “Hank” Harrison, an alumnus, discussed his education, career and new book “Love Kills: The Assassination of Kurt Cobain”.
7/25/2024
Former University President Robert A. Corrigan, who passed away on July 5, was remembered.
7/25/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi’s endorsement of District 5 Supervisor Dean Preston.
7/25/2024
Yumi Wilson, professor of Broadcast Communications Arts, commented on the memes about Vice President Kamala Harris that are circulating on social media. (This article has a paywall.)
7/25/2024
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies were discussed in an op-ed about the shifting political views of Asian American voters.
7/24/2024
Comedian and artist Mike Evans Jr., an alumnus, was interviewed about headlining a fundraiser supporting humanitarian aid in Gaza.
7/23/2024
Alumna Agnes Wong Nickerson, vice president for business and financial affairs and chief financial officer for San Diego State University, recently joined the board of directors for Jewish Family Service of San Diego.
7/22/2024
Alumna Ann Cash was profiled in an article about her decision to resign from her position as a Napa County Board of Education trustee.
Patch; The Bharat Express; The Daily Journal
7/24/2024 – 7/25/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about the approval of housing plans for Stonestown Galleria.
7/23/2024
A harm reduction strategy at SF State that targets drug use was mentioned in an article about an approach to safe substance use at Penn State.
Building Bridges
7/22/2024
John Logan, chair and professor for Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about Donald Trump and the labor movement. (Clip not available.)
7/22/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the California Democratic Party’s endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for a 2024 presidential candidate.
7/21/2024 – 7/22/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Bay Area support for Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential run.
7/21/2024
Susan Roe, associate professor of Hospitality & Tourism Management, commented in an article about the possibility of a strike by hospitality workers in the city.
7/21/2024
A 2021 article about Vice President Kamala Harris that discusses her late godmother Mary Lewis, an SF State professor and co-founder of the University’s Black Studies Department, was republished.
7/21/2024
Alumna May Cobb discussed her new book “The Hollywood Assistant.”
7/21/2024
CEO for Pets Lifeline Olivia Kristiansen, an alumna, discussed her new role with the Sonoma Valley-based nonprofit.
7/20/2024
Alumnus Troy Taira has been reappointed to the state’s Board of Parole Hearings.
7/19/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a candidate for District 1 supervisor, participated in a discussion about how to resolve the neglected parts of District 1.
7/22/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about city Supervisor Aaron Peskin’s efforts to improve recruitment for the San Francisco Police Department.
Los Angeles Times; The Bharat Express News
7/19/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk was quoted in an article exploring which elections non-citizens are allowed to vote in.
7/19/2024
John Logan, professor and chair of Labor and Employment Studies, commented on Teamsters President Sean O’Brien’s speech at the Republican National Convention.
7/19/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk was quoted in an article about conspiracy theories that the U.S. Department of Transportation is trying to enroll non-citizens to vote.
7/18/2024
A study on emotions and political violence co-authored by Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto and adjunct faculty member Hyisung C. Hwang was referenced in an article about what drives political violence.
7/18/2024
Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn and the Great Sunflower Project, which she started, were discussed in an article about a pollinator census.
The Almanac; Mountain View Voice
7/18/2024
Alumna Edwina Ferro discussed her passion for making upcycled handbags.
7/18/2024
Alumnus Pete Imperial took part in a podcast discussion titled “What Would Jesus Say About Diversity and Inclusion?”
LAist
7/18/2024
A clip from the podcast “Inheriting” featuring alumna Nicole Salaver discussing the legacy of her uncle Patrick Salaver, who was part of the Third World Liberation Front at SF State in the 1960s, was played in a news segment. (The “LAist” clip is not available. Listen to the full “Inheriting” episode.)
7/18/2024
SF State was mentioned in a story about a startup created to help match services for elders and health care providers.
7/18/2024
SF State will offer classroom space for Morgan State University’s “Black 2 San Francisco” internship initiative.
North Bay Business Journal; The Press Democrat
7/16/2024
Alumnus Peter Rumble was interviewed about taking on a new leadership role with the Napa County Farm Bureau.
7/16/2024
Benicia Mayor Steve Young, an alumnus, announced that he is running for reelection.
7/17/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about the San Francisco County Transportation Authority’s exploration of a possible subway line along the Geary Boulevard corridor.
KRON-TV
7/16/2024
Mayor London Breed mentioned SF State while discussing her proposal to increase housing opportunities for students and families in the city. (Clip not available.)
7/13/2024
Professor of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Erik Peper wrote an article about the healing benefits of incorporating playful techniques in biofeedback.
7/16/2024
An interview with alumna Nicole Salaver in which she discussed the legacy of her uncle Patrick Salaver, who was part of the Third World Liberation Front that advocated for the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies in the 1960s, was discussed in an article about the NPR podcast “Inheriting.”
7/15/2024
A study by researchers at SF State on the impact of Smartphone use was cited in an article about daily habits that contribute to poor mental health.
7/14/2024
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim will moderate an upcoming panel discussion on "The Power of Photography in Defying Censorship."
7/13/2024
Alumna Mandisa Glover — daughter of activist, actor and alumnus Danny Glover — was profiled. (This article was originally published by People Magazine.)
7/12/2024
Alums Jon “Joog” Macapinlac and Alexander “Flex” Lim discussed collaborating on music and forming their Bay Area funk duo Tall Tee.
7/11/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the potential recall of Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao and the June 20 FBI raid of her home.
7/9/2024
The social media popularity of a song created by student Natalie Lu was discussed in an article about the band “Cigarettes After Sex”. (This article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
7/10/2024
SF State graduate student and Yosemite biologist Tiffany May talked about the endangered toads that were reintroduced to Yosemite National Park following wildfires.
7/10/2024
Professor of Physics and Astronomy Adrienne Cool commented on a recent study that found a hidden black hole in the Milky Way.
7/10/2024
A photo taken by Professor of Physics and Astronomy Adrienne Cool was featured in a story about a newly discovered black hole in the Milky Way galaxy.
7/10/2024
Alumna Patricia McGraw founded the McGraw Learning Institute, an Afrocentric school in Little Rock, Arkansas.
7/9/2024
Documentary photographer Cammie Toloui, an alumna, discussed photographing customers while working at San Francisco’s Lusty Lady Theater in the 1990s in an article about an exhibition of her work.
7/8/2024
Alumnus Pete Dominguez is a new assistant coach for the Milwaukee Bucks.
7/9/2024
Alumna May Cobb, an author, will discuss her latest novel at a bookstore event in Texas.
7/8/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about the Biden administration’s policies on immigration.
Fairfield Sun Times; KPVI-TV; Daily Montanan
7/6/2024
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi, who serves as the president and director of El Dorado Films, discussed the documentary “Decoding Jean: Secrets of WWII,” which was co-produced by El Dorado Films and the Veteran Documentary Corps.
7/5/2024
Assistant Professor of English Language & Literature Teresa Pratt discussed the “valley girl” accent.
7/5/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the potential for Kamala Harris to take over the presidency if Joe Biden decides to step aside.
7/5/2024
Textile artist Dance Doyle, an alum, discussed the inspiration for their new tapestry.
7/6/2024
Alumnus Roger Morenco discussed city support for multi-generational households in a Q&A with San Francisco District 11 supervisor candidates.
7/4/2024
Alumna Nicole Salaver discussed the legacy of her uncle Patrick Salaver, who was part of the Third World Liberation Front that advocated for the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies in the 1960s.
7/3/2024
Professor of Philosophy Carlos Montemayor was cited in an op-ed about the negative impacts of digital technology on our minds and ability to focus.
7/2/2024
Wim Kimmerer, adjunct professor emeritus of Biology with the Estuary & Ocean Science Center, was cited in an article about the convergence of fresh and salt water in the Carquinez Strait.
KQED
7/2/2024
The documentary “Possible Selves: Overcoming the Odds in Foster Care” featuring student Mia Derisso recently aired. (Link unavailable.)
7/2/2024
Alumnus Arturo Castillo is the new administrative services director for the city of San Pablo.
7/2/2024
Professor of Africana Studies Tiffany Caesar wrote an article about the legacy of the late Nathan Hare, the first chair of SF State’s Africana Studies (formerly Black Studies) program, and the accomplishments of current Chair Abul Pitre and former Chair Dorothy Tsuruta.
7/1/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about unionization efforts by employees at Campus Coffee in Washington, D.C. (This article was originally published 6/28/2024 in Restaurant Dive.)
7/1/2024
SF State was listed as a recipient for a STEM grant from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.
6/30/2024
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed how the fear of communism in the U.S. during the 1950s and 1960s impacted LGBTQ government employees on an episode of “Hidden Histories.”
6/30/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, discussed the minimum wage increase for health care workers and fast food employees in the state. (Time stamp: 11:45.)
6/28/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about unionization efforts by employees at Campus Coffee in Washington, D.C.
6/28/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about unionization efforts by employees at a restaurant in Minneapolis.
6/28/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva, a candidate for District 11 supervisor, participated in a discussion about a proposal to ban cars from part of the city’s Great Highway.
June
6/28/2024
Associate Professor of Criminal Justice Studies Dilara Yarbrough was quoted in an article about sweeping measures targeting unhoused individuals in Aurora, Colorado.
6/28/2024
Ernita Joaquin, an associate professor in the School of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement, co-wrote an article about the government’s capacity to respond to a new strain of the avian flu.
6/28/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on mayoral candidate Aaron Peskin.
San Francisco Chronicle; MSN Money
6/27/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about employee unionization efforts at CounterPulse in San Francisco. (This article was originally published by The San Francisco Chronicle; their site has a paywall.)
6/27/2024
Alum Oliver EliasTinoco discussed how San Francisco Pride has benefited them.
6/26/2024
Alumnus Arturo Castillo will start his new position as administrative services director for the city of San Pablo in July.
6/27/2024
SF State’s downtown campus was mentioned in an article about successful colleges in the city’s downtown area.
The Windham-Campbell Prizes Podcast
6/26/2024
Playwright and alumnus Christopher Chen discussed the Jorge Luis Borges story “Tlön, Uqbar, Orbis Tertius.”
6/25/2024
Student Cami Dominguez is part of El Tecolote’s inaugural News Hub volunteer program.
6/25/2024
School of the Environment Professor Jason Henderson was quoted in an article about the success of the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition.
6/25/2024
Professor Emeritus of Creative Writing Molly Giles discussed her new memoir, “Lifespan.”
6/24/2024
John Logan, professor and chair of Labor and Employment Studies, commented on the impact of the state’s recent minimum wage increase for medical care workers and fast food employees.
6/25/2024
Educator, poet and alumnus Geoffrey Nutter was featured in an article about videos his daughters have posted of his work on TikTok.
6/25/2024
The SF State Create website, which serves as a hub for student research, scholarship and creative activities, was reviewed.
6/24/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about the upcoming closure of the McDonald’s in the Stonestown Galleria.
6/24/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel and student Jacob Spangler commented on support for Republican and Democratic candidates in the city’s mayoral race.
6/21/2024
John Logan, professor and chair of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about the Amazon Labor Union’s merger with the Teamsters.
The New York Times; The Mercury News; East Bay Times
6/21/2024
The late Nathan Hare, the first chair of SF State’s Africana Studies (then Black Studies) program, was remembered. (This article was originally published by The New York Times. It can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
6/20/2024
Estuary and Ocean Science Center researchers have replanted eelgrass in the Richardson Bay mooring scars thanks to a $2.8 million grant from the Environmental Protection Agency.
6/20/2024
Alumna Dr. Kar May Kwong, founder of the Center for Integrated Medicine, was profiled.
6/20/2024
School of the Environment Director and Professor Andrew Oliphant discussed his research on carbon emissions caused by the Burning Man festival.
6/20/2024
Alumnus Roger Marenco is a candidate for the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.
6/20/2024
Special Education Professor Emeritus Stanley Goldberg wrote an article giving suggestions on reducing clutter.
6/20/2024
Alumna Michelle Cabrera is the bakery supervisor and pastry chef at Canyon Market in San Francisco.
6/18/2024
Alumnus Danny Glover was inducted into the California-Hawaii NAACP Hall of Fame.
June 2024
Alumnus LeRoid David was profiled for his work as an artist and graphic designer.
6/19/2024
Alumna Stephanie Mufson is the owner of Parade Guys, a company that builds floats.
6/19/2024
John Logan, professor and chair of Labor and Employment Studies, commented on the vote by Amazon Labor Union members at a facility in New York to align themselves with the Teamsters.
6/18/2024
Alumnus Danny Glover was inducted into the California-Hawaii NAACP Hall of Fame.
The California State University
6/18/2024
The Gilead Foundation has given $3.5 million in grant funding to SF State for the new Science & Engineering Innovation Center on campus.
Newsweek; The Grio/America Online
6/19/2024
Baseball legend Willie Mays, who died this week, received an honorary degree from SF State and four other higher education institutions.
6/19/2024
SF State’s Sierra Nevada Field Campus will host an open house June 22.
6/17/2024
The son of alumna Denise Nickolas will compete in the 2024 Summer Olympics in taekwondo.
6/12/2024
SF State was recognized as one of America’s Best Colleges with a ranking of 4.5 stars.
KTVU-TV
6/17/2024
Students from Historically Black Colleges and Universities are taking classes at SF State this summer. (Clip not available.)
KQED-FM
6/17/2024, 6/16/2024
People who reside in recreational vehicles near the SF State campus will be forced to move. (Clip not available.)
The Associated Press; ABC News; Financial Post Magazine
6/18/2024
John Logan, professor and chair of Labor and Employment Studies, commented on the vote by Amazon Labor Union members at a facility in New York to align themselves with the Teamsters. (This article was originally published by the Associated Press. It was republished by 23 additional media outlets.)
6/17/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Monday’s mayoral debate watch party held at the UC Law San Francisco campus.
The California State University
6/14/2024
SF State student Olympia Joy Pereira was listed as one of six recipients of the CSU’s inaugural Black Student Success Scholarship.
6/17/2024
Writer and journalist Daedalus Howell, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about a screening of his film “Werewolf Serenade.”
6/17/2024
Professor Emeritus of History Robert W. Cherny discussed his new book “San Francisco Reds: Communists in the Bay Area, 1919-1958.”
6/14/2024
Nathan Hare, the first chair of SF State’s Africana Studies (then Black Studies) program, passed away June 10.
6/17/2024
President of Baszucki Group and founder of Metabolic Mind Jan Ellison Baszucki, an alumna, discussed how diet effects mental health.
6/14/2024
Alumnus Jared Ledesma was interviewed about being one of the curators at the North Carolina Museum of Art.
6/14/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva discussed how he would support senior citizens if elected in a Q&A with District 1 supervisor candidates.
6/17/2024
A photo taken inside the J. Paul Leonard Library last July was featured in an article about Governor Newsom’s proposed budgets cuts for higher education.
6/14/2024
Professor Emeritus of Environmental Studies Carlos Davidson wrote an op-ed about CalPERS’ and CalSTRS’ response to calls for both organizations to divest from fossil fuel.
6/13/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was cited in an article about a Supreme Court case involving Starbucks and the National Labor Relations Board.
6/13/2024
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on Great Falls, Montana, Mayor Cory Reeves’ decision to not honor Pride Month in the city. (This article was originally published by USA Today. It was republished by 15 additional media outlets.)
6/13/2024
Professor Emeritus of Creative Writing Robert Glück discussed writing with Scottish poet and novelist K Patrick.
KTVU-TV; KTVU-TV; Yahoo! News; Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
6/12/2024
Nathan Hare, the first chair of SF State’s Africana Studies (then Black Studies) program, passed away Monday. (One of the KTVU-TV links includes a text version of this story.)
6/12/2024
Alumna Anni Chung has been appointed to the Medical Board of California.
6/11/2024
Darrow Feldstein, director of SF State’s Sierra Nevada Field Campus, discussed an upcoming open house at the campus.
The Boston Globe; Yahoo! News; ABC News Talk
6/11/2024 – 6/12/2024
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis E. Desjardin discussed the need for the Food and Drug Administration to add safety precautions for wild mushrooms in an article about potential restrictions on foraging on public lands. (This article was originally published 6/11/2024 by The New York Times.)
6/11/2024
Alumna Barbara Pinto, an attorney and co-founder of the group Immigrant Legal Defense, wrote an op-ed about proposed budget cuts for the CSU’s Immigration Legal Services Project, which has helped hundreds of undocumented students earn degrees.
6/11/2024
Alumnus Marshall Runkel discussed running for mayor of Portland, Oregon.
6/11/2024
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis E. Desjardin discussed the need for the Food and Drug Administration to add safety precautions for wild mushrooms in an article about potential restrictions on foraging on public lands. (This article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
6/6/2024
Mayor of Daly City Juslyn Manalo, an alumna, spoke at SF State’s 2024 Fil-Am graduation ceremony.
6/11/2024
The inclusion of a course about Israel in SF State’s Jewish Studies program was mentioned in an article about a new Israel Studies minor at University of California, Berkeley.
6/9/2024
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an op-ed about Jonathan Haidt’s book “The Anxious Generation” and how the internet and smartphones effect adolescents.
6/6/2024
Professor of Journalism Cristina Azocar discussed a poll by the Media Insight Project that found widespread mistrust of media reporting about the 2024 election. (See link and details under: Monday, June 3, 2024 – Prepare for election misinformation.)
6/8/2024
An article about the West Portal neighborhood mentioned SF State’s Comic Studies certificate program.
Los Angeles Times; Yahoo! News
6/6/2024
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed how Ernestine Eckstein was a pioneer for Black LGBT rights in the 1960s.
6/6/2024
Professor Emeritus of Psychology Kathleen Mosier wrote an editorial about the human side of spaceflight.
5/27/2024
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi, who serves as the president and director of El Dorado Films, discussed the documentary “Decoding Jean: Secrets of WWII,” which was co-produced by El Dorado Films and the Veteran Documentary Corps.
6/7/2024
Former faculty member John Irwin’s role as the founder of Project Rebound was discussed in a story about the success of the program at Cal State Fullerton.
6/6/2024
Alumnus Mike McLaughlin, who founded the McLaughlin Coffee Roasting Company and co-founded Royal Coffee, passed away on April 20.
5/7/2024 -6/6/2024
President of the Golden Gate Park Band Mark Nemoyten, an alumnus, was interviewed about the band’s 142nd season. (This story was originally broadcast 5/7/2024 and re-aired 6/6/2024 on KRON-4.)
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
6/6/2024
Emily Beitiks, interim director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability, discussed a new fellowship program through the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation that aims to highlight the work of disabled scholar-activists.
6/6/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Marcela García-Castañon discussed the divided views amongst Salvadoran American voters on San Francisco’s response to crime.
6/5/2024
Professor Emeritus of Journalism Leonard Sellers, who died March 10, was remembered for his pioneering approach to teaching journalism.
6/6/2024
Alumnus Jason Williams was interviewed about being selected to participate in a new mentorship and anti-violence program through the San Francisco District Attorney’s office.
6/6/2024
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid discussed serving hotdogs while he was an assistant football coach at SF State.
6/5/2024
Alumna Rebecca Alvarez Story was interviewed about her success as the CEO and founder of Bloomi, an intimate personal care product company.
6/5/2024
Alumnus and East Contra Costa County civil rights advocate Willie Mims, who died May 22, was remembered.
6/3/2024
Professor Emeritus of Creative Writing Molly Giles was interviewed about her new book, “Lifespan.”
6/4/2024
A photo of nursing student Nate Challis was featured in an article about a partnership between SF State and Sutter Health’s California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco with the goal of addressing the shortage of nurses.
6/4/2024
Alumnus Aidan Fisher-Paulson discussed overcoming challenges on his academic journey.
6/3/2024
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung discussed advocating for the Asian American community and being the co-founder of Stop AAPI Hate.
KCBS-AM
6/2/2024
Andrew Fraknoi, who teaches astronomy at SF State’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, discussed the purpose of NASA’s James Web Telescope and how its findings help us understand space. (Clip not available.)
5/31/2024 - 6/2/2024
Professor Emeritus of Management Mitchell Marks discussed the recent purchase of Anchor Brewing Company in San Francisco by the Chobani company.
6/1/2024
Research into animal dreams by Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was quoted in an article about whether or not dogs dream.
6/1/2024
A paper written for an SF State class about trans people in the workplace was discussed during a panel on LGBT labor history that took place at the 2024 Organization of American Historians Conference in April. (Time stamp: 5:59)
5/31/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about recent recipients of the East Tennessee chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists’ Golden Press Card Awards.
May
5/31/2024
Professor Emeritus of Creative Writing Molly Giles’ new book “Lifespan,” which details her life as a writer in the Bay Area, was reviewed.
5/31/2024
Former faculty member and alumna Julie Gardner was interviewed about taking over the role of CEO at Downtown Streets Team, a nonprofit organization focused on helping unhoused individuals.
5/30/2024
An honorary degree awarded to Willie Mays by the University in 2009 was mentioned in an article about the Giants Community Fund’s Willie Mays Scholars program.
5/30/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about union and labor negotiations within the Bureau of Land Management.
5/24/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger commented on a new state bill that would incorporate antisemitism education into diversity, equity and inclusion training at universities.
5/22/2024
A multi-year lab project focused on studying Pseudo-nitzschia, a harmful algal bloom, that was launched as a result of efforts by Professor Emeritus William Cochlan was discussed.
5/29/2024
Former student Brandon Lee discussed participating in the League of Filipino Students organization while attending SF State in an article about his speaking tour that begins May 26.
5/29/2024
Educator and alumna Rosa Uribe discussed her research on opioid receptors and the enteric nervous system.
SiliconValley.com; The Mercury News; East Bay Times
5/29/2024
Alums Linh Jee and Sophia Cheng are opening a new location of Toatique, a gourmet toast and juice bar franchise, in Danville.
The Mercury News; East Bay Times
5/24/2024
Community activist and alumnus Willie Mims, who passed away on May 22, was remembered.
5/29/2024
The Stop AAPI Hate website, launched in collaboration with SF State’s Asian American Studies Department in 2020, was mentioned in an article about a new “Spread AAPI Love” campaign, which aims to share stories of resilience in the Asian American and Pacific Islander community.
5/29/2024
An article about a Vietnam protester mentioned the 1968 student strike at SF State. (This article originated in The Conversation and has appeared in multiple new outlets.)
KTVU; WOFL; Fox 7 Austin; SFist; KTFX
5/28/2024
Actor Benjamin Bratt received an honorary doctorate degree from SF State and attended a Giants game.
Yahoo! News; Norfolk Daily News
5/27/2024
SF State’s Veteran Documentary Corps produced a 20-minute film about a Bellevue woman’s heroism during World War II that could be turned into a feature film.
KNTV; ABC7 News; San Francisco Chronicle
5/25/2024
Actor Benjamin Bratt received an honorary doctorate degree from SF State.
KNX
5/29/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on the current strike of academic workers at the University of California. (Clip not available online.)
5/28/2024
Museum Studies Lecturer Julie Bly DeVere was named the new interim executive director at the Los Altos History Museum.
US Times Mirror; U.S. News & World Report
5/27/2024
Political Science Professor Ron Hayduk commented on non-citizen voting.
5/29/2024
Alumnus Matt Severson has been named executive vice president of academy collection and preservation at the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
5/28/2024
Alumnus Faustino Cadiz III is a principal by day and theater performer by night.
5/28/2024
Alumnus and East Contra Costa County civil rights advocate Willie Mims passed away.
5/23/2024
Deborah Craig’s documentary “Sally!” about late Professor Emerita of Speech and Communication Studies Sally Gearhart was discussed in an article about the 48th San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival.
5/17/2024
Photos of fashion designs by students Paulina Aguilar-Rosil, Arnel Noquez and Keana Pukahi De Bruce were featured in an article about the city’s unofficial fashion week events held earlier this month.
5/23/2024
Student Maya Luna discussed the lack of support for low-income seniors in San Francisco in an article about the hardships her mother faced after being evicted from her home in September.
5/24/2024
Alumnus Tony Billetter was profiled in an article about his new role at Venu Sports.
LAist
5/23/2024
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front and the 1968 student strike at SF State were discussed in an interview with the new host of the podcast “Inheriting.” (Clip not available.)
5/22/2024
Alumnus Aaron Dillon, co-owner of Four Winds Growers in Santa Cruz, was interviewed about the history of the nursery and the type of plants they grow.
5/23/2024
The space in San Francisco Centre (formerly known as Westfield Mall) that once housed SF State’s Downtown Campus has caught the eye of organizers for Mayor London Breed’s initiative to bring satellite campuses from historically Black colleges to the city.
5/21/2024
Professor Emerita of Asian American Studies Lorraine Dong discussed the legacy of San Francisco Chinatown’s Square & Circle club, a female group founded in the 1920s with the goal of giving back to the community.
5/21/2024
Professor of Asian American Studies Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales spoke during a town hall held at Landmark Elementary School on Monday as part of a community effort to encourage Pajaro Valley Unified School District to bring back the ethnic studies curriculum.
ABC 7 News; Spectrum 1 SoCal
5/21/2024
John Logan, chair and professor of Labor and Employment Studies, commented on recent arguments made to the California Supreme Court justices about the constitutionality of Proposition 22, a proposition passed in 2020 that exempted app-based transportation companies like Lyft and Uber from having to provide benefits to certain employees. (Spectrum 1 SoCal clip not available.)
5/21/2024
SF State Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the impact Chinatown’s senior voters could have on the San Francisco mayoral election.
5/21/2024
A survey on workplace conditions by SF State researchers was cited in an article about unionization efforts by Disneyland character performers at the Anaheim park.
NBC Bay Area
5/21/2024
SF State’s 2024 Commencement honorees actor and activist Benjamin Bratt, attorney and civil rights activist Walter Riley and the late psychologist, activist and educator Joseph L. White were discussed on an evening news segment. (Clip not available.)
5/21/2024
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed how late Suffolk County defense attorney Benedict “Benny” Vuturo became an unlikely ally of the LGBTQ community during the 1969 Stonewall uprising.
5/20/2024
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri discussed the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi.
5/20/2024
Ida Mojadad, alumna and vice president of the Society of Professional Journalists’ Northern California chapter, has joined the newsroom at The San Francisco Chronicle.
5/20/2024
Meg Partridge, alumna and director of the Imogen Cunningham Trust, was profiled in an article about an upcoming exhibition of Imogen Cunningham’s photography.
5/17/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about Genentech’s efforts to support STEM education for underrepresented college students in California.
Los Angeles Times; Yahoo! News
5/18/2024
Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice Angélica Camacho was quoted in an article about efforts to free Johnny Martinez, who was convicted of murder and sent to prison in 1995.
5/18/2024
Professor of Modern Languages & Literatures Masahiko Minami discussed how a 1906 mandate by the San Francisco school board regarding Chinese, Korean and Japanese children led to the creation of the Kinmon Gakuen language school in Japantown in an article about community efforts to revitalize the school.
5/18/2024
Professors of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Erik Peper and Richard Harvey co-authored an article about rethinking the money spent on cancer screening tests.
5/17/2024
John Logan, chair and professor for Labor and Employment Studies, was quoted in an article about unionization efforts by employees at a Mercedes plant in Alabama.
5/18/2024
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa’s response to the 1968 student strike was discussed in an article about the legacy of former U.S. House Representative Pete McCloskey. (This story was republished by over 100 NPR affiliates.)
5/17/2024
Research on breathing exercises by master’s student Singing Chen and alums Cindy Huey and Nick Heinz was referenced. (This article has a paywall.)
5/19/2024
Alumna and educator Annie Dawid discussed the inspiration for her new historical novel “Paradise Undone: A Novel of Jonestown.”
5/17/2024
Alumnus Randy Leo Dudley, who passed away in late April, was remembered.
5/15/2024
Professor of Creative Writing May-lee Chai wrote a review of the novel, “Real Americans” by Rachel Khong.
5/14/2024
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee discussed how efforts by Democrats and Republics to reach Asian American voters might impact the 2024 election.
5/15/2024
Alumna Rebecca Rodriguez and her all-femme salsa band Agua Pura were discussed in an article about must-see local bands.
5/15/2024
Student Oliver Elias Tinoco commented on potential budget cuts for nonprofit organizations serving LGBTQ+ youth in San Francisco.
5/14/2024
Student Makalah Wright wrote an op-ed about supporting LGBTQ+ mental health by supporting LGBTQ+ nonprofit organizations.
5/14/2025
SF State Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the San Francisco mayoral race.
5/13/2024
Andrew Fraknoi, who teaches astronomy at SF State’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, discussed the recent visibility of the Northern Lights in the Bay Area.
5/12/2024
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an op-ed about the sitcom “Abbott Elementary.”
5/12/2024
Professor of English Language & Literature Jennifer Trainor co-wrote an article about writing formulas and teaching writing.
5/8/2024
Lecturer of Nursing Mary Jue was interviewed about her love of pickleball.
5/13/2024
Nursing student Nate Challis discussed how a partnership between SF State and Sutter Health’s California Pacific Medical Center in San Francisco benefits nursing students and addresses the need for nurses.
5/13/2024
SF State’s Department of Latina/Latino Studies was mentioned in an article about a UC Berkeley professor’s efforts to increase Latinx visibility at the university.
5/12/2024
A photo of dark matter by Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Andisheh Mahdavi was featured in an article about how invisible matter might be impacting the orbit of stars.
5/12/2024
Asian American Studies Professors Dan Gonzales and Laureen Chew (emerita) and alumna Penny Nakatsu discussed participating in the 1968 student strike on an episode of the PBS docuseries “Asian Americans.”
5/10/2024
Professor of Marketing Gulnur Tumbat discussed the criticism Target is facing after the company’s decision to limit Pride month merchandise and displays.
Times-Standard; Boston Herald; The Oakland Press
5/10/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on the continued efforts by Republican lawmakers to make it illegal for non-citizens to vote in all elections. (This article was originally published 5/6/2024 by Stateline. It has be republished by over 100 media outlets.)
5/11/2024
Student Vera Maksymiuk wrote about her experience being a student writer.
5/11/2024
Student Ruth Adams wrote an op-ed about what college has taught her about personal development.
5/10/2024
Student Piper Rea wrote an op-ed about pro-Palestinian student protesters at SF State.
5/12/2024
Alumna Amy Allen discussed how she ended up playing Jedi Aayla Secura in the “Star Wars” prequel films.
5/12/2024
Executive Marketing Director for Ceja Vineyards Dalia Ceja Swedelson, an alumna, discussed the legacy of her family’s vineyard and the upcoming La Onda Festival in Napa Valley.
5/12/2024
SF State was listed as the first college to have a FilGrad, a student-run Filipino graduation celebration, in an article about the University of Hawaii’s seventh annual FilGrad event.
5/9/2024
University President Lynn Mahoney discussed her role as an educational leader.
5/9/2024
A body discovered in 1967 was finally identified by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s office with help from work by Chair and Associate Professor of Anthropology Mark Griffin.
5/10/2024
The documentary “Possible Selves: Overcoming the Odds in Foster Care” featuring student Mia Derisso recently aired. (Link goes to the full documentary.)
Northern California Public Media; Yahoo! News; KRON 4; The Press Democrat
5/8/2024 – 5/9/2024
A body discovered in 1967 was finally identified by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s office with help from work by Chair and Associate Professor of Anthropology Mark Griffin. (The Yahoo! News article was originally published by The Sacramento Bee.)
5/8/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the funding dispute the Los Angeles Unified School District is facing. (This newscast is in Russian.)
Contra Costa Herald; Antioch Herald; Ed Source
5/6/2024 – 5/8/2024
Doctoral student Maria Gutierrez was quoted in an article about efforts to untangle confusion around AB 540, the California law that allows undocumented students to pay in-state tuition rates. (This article was originally published by Ed Source.)
Commonwealth Journal; The Richmond Register
5/7/2024 – 5/8/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discussed non-citizen voter turnout in an article about efforts by Republican lawmakers to make it illegal for non-citizens to vote in all elections. (This article was featured in over 20 media outlets.)
5/7/2024
Photographer Jeff Heyman, an alumnus, was quoted in an article about the upcoming Lafayette Artisan Walk.
5/6/2024
University President Lynn Mahoney’s meeting with student activists Monday was discussed.
5/7/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was quoted in an article about San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Aaron Peskin’s mayoral campaign.
Arizona Mirror; Yahoo! News; Henry Herald
5/6/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discussed non-citizen voter turnout in an article about efforts by Republican lawmakers to make it illegal for non-citizens to vote in all elections. (This article was featured in over 20 media outlets.)
5/7/2024
Student Andre Aberin discussed his fashion design, which will be featured during the city’s upcoming fashion week events.
5/5/2024
Doctoral student Maria Gutierrez was quoted in an article about efforts to untangle confusion around AB 540, the California law that allows undocumented students to pay in-state tuition rates.
5/5/2024
Student Vera Makscymiuk wrote an op-ed about why students should take advantage of instructors’ office hours.
5/4/2024
Student Mia Derisso was quoted in an article about the new PBS documentary “Possible Selves,” which covers the lives of former foster youth and their success with the First Star Foster Youth program.
5/5/2024
Alumnus Charles Hall, who created the waterbed as a student at SF State, was mentioned in a call for waterbed enthusiasts to share their stories.
5/2/2024
HeeBong Hyun, general manager for SF State’s Dining Services, discussed the “Plant a Seed Day” event hosted by City Eats on campus on April 22.
KRON 4
5/2/2024
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley commented on the reduced crime rate stats for the city of Oakland. (Clip not available.)
4/30/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the relationship between Mayoral Candidate Mark Farrell and Jay Cheng, who is the executive director of Neighbors for a Better San Francisco.
4/30/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about union efforts by employees of a Trader Joes in Chicago. (This article was originally published in the Washington Post.)
4/30/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about why farmers are pushing for policies that would be economically beneficial for their families. (This article was originally published 4/23/2024 in The Progressive Magazine.)
5/2/2024
Alumna Aline Younge was interviewed about her passion for hula dancing and performing with the Hardly Strictly Hawaiian Aloha Band.
5/2/2024
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front and student activism that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies were discussed in an article about Liberated Ethnic Studies.
5/2/2024
SF State was mentioned in a news story about how the issues with the new Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are effecting student admission offers statewide.
5/1/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the potential Alameda County recall election for district attorney.
5/1/2024
An editorial about pro-Palestinian student protests praised the 1968 SF State student strike as an example of an effective and peaceful protest.
April
4/30/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about unionization efforts at a Trader Joe’s in Chicago.
4/29/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about why farmers are pushing for policies that would be economically beneficial for their families. (This article was originally published 4/23/2024 in The Progressive Magazine.)
4/29/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed California’s new fair wage bill.
4/26/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a struggling Amazon union. (This article requires a subscription.)
4/26/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about Starbucks bargaining with a union. (This article requires a subscription.)
4/22/2024
Professor of Finance Todd Feldman discussed long-term investment strategies.
4/22/2024
Professor of Finance Todd Feldman discussed cryptocurrency.
4/19/2024
Steve Dickison, lecturer faculty for the Department of Creative Writing, was part of a Bay Area book award presentation to Palestinian poet Abu Toha.
4/28/2024
Student Lilah Rivera wrote an op-ed about mental health awareness for the month of May.
4/20/2024
Student Ruth Adams discussed BART’s “Not One More Girl” initiative, which aims to decrease sexual harassment and improve safety on public transportation.
Sun Herald; The Progressive Magazine
4/23/2024 – 4/26/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about why farmers are pushing for policies that would be economically beneficial for their families. (This article was originally published in The Progressive Magazine.)
4/10/2024
Assistant Professor of Cinema Artel Great was interviewed for the new documentary “How Disney Built America,” which premieres Sunday.
4/25/2024
Alumna “Tina S.,” who works for the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, commented on the concerns that her and her fellow parking enforcers have with proposed plans to increase ticketing in the city.
Los Angeles Times; Yahoo! News
4/25/2024
The 1968 student strike at SF State was mentioned in an article about pro-Palestinian protests on college campuses.
4/28/2024
High school student Izzy Garcia discussed how the 1968 student strike at SF State inspired her to learn more about ethnic studies in an article about Fresno teachers advocating for ethnic studies curricula.
4/24/2024
An article about the S.F. International Arts Festival needing to change venues mentioned a potential partnership with SF State.
Restaurant Dive; Yahoo! Finance
4/23/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a Supreme Court hearing involving Starbucks and the National Labor Relations Board.
4/25/2024
Masters student Stephanie Temple is the director of a high school performance ensemble opening soon at the New Conservatory Theatre Center in San Francisco.
4/23/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on recent UAW victories with Volkswagen and whether those victories could spread to Tesla. (This story was reprinted in multiple news outlets)
4/23/2024
Assistant Professor of Journalism Laura Moorhead was part of a panel about environmental journalists and the challenges they face.
4/23/2024
An article about historic buildings in Potrero Hill mentioned the Rock House, a building that was once owned by SF State.
The Rogersville Review; Princeton Daily Clarion; Newport Plain Talk; East Oregonian Online
4/24/2024
The founding of SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies was mentioned in an article about seven moments of Asian and Black solidarity.
4/24/2024
Alumnus and co-owner of Landmark Theatres Gary Meyer will receive the San Francisco International Film Festival’s Mel Novikoff Award.
Fox News; Democratic Accent; The Wall Street Journal
4/21/2024 – 4/23/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the changing political outlook of Chinese American voters in San Francisco. (This article was originally published by The Wall Street Journal. It was republished by seven additional media outlets.)
4/22/2024
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was quoted in an article about research on sleeping birds.
3/23/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed challenges to the National Labor Relations Board.
4/22/2024
Student Piper Rea wrote about the mental health benefits of journaling.
4/23/2024
Retired Marine sergeant and alumnus Kyle Garcia discussed being injured while serving in Afghanistan in an article about a nonprofit organization that gifted him and his family a custom home in the East Bay.
4/20/2024
Professor Emeritus of Psychology Jamie Newton and his wife Marion are volunteers for the El Salvador Project, a nonprofit organization that helps people in poor rural communities in El Salvador obtain higher education.
Weekly Voice; Yahoo! Finance; Reuters
4/19/2024 - 4/20/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the United Auto Workers organizing a campaign at a Mercedes plant in Alabama. (This article was originally published by Reuters. It was republished by over 50 media outlets.)
4/19/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about workers’ support for unionizing at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
4/18/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed union efforts by Disney performers. (This video is in Russian.)
4/21/2024
Student Starr Washington wrote about being a student leader at SF State.
4/6/2024
District 7 supervisor candidate Myrna Melgar mentioned attending SF State in a “Meet the Candidates” Q&A segment about housing in West Portal.
Insurance Journal; The Business Times; The Economic Times
4/18/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about Google’s decision to fire workers for protesting a partnership project with Amazon and the Israeli government. (This article was originally published 4/17/2024 by Bloomberg, which has a paywall. It has since been republished by over 30 media outlets.)
4/19/2024
Student Kevin DeAntoni discussed using BART to commute around the Bay Area area.
4/18/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about President Biden’s signing of an executive order designed to boost the use of registered apprenticeships as a career pathway.
4/18/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a union campaign at The Long Beach Post.
4/17/2024
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Eileen Gonzales co-authored a study in which methane emissions were discovered on a brown dwarf star.
Time; Bloomberg; Yahoo! Finance
4/17/2024 – 4/18/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about Google’s decision to fire workers for protesting a partnership project with Amazon and the Israeli government. (This article was originally published by Bloomberg, which has a paywall. It was republished by over 20 media outlets.)
4/17/2024
Professor of Psychology Ezequiel Morsella co-authored a study on identifying consciousness in humans and other non-human creatures.
4/18/2024
Filmmaker and alumna Ralph Arlyck was profiled in an article about an upcoming screening of his new documentary “I Like It Here.”
4/15/2024
Associate Professor of History Maziar Behrooz discussed the complications that public pressures surrounding the current conflict in Gaza are creating in the relationship between the U.S. and Israel.
4/17/2024
Alumnus Chadwick Burnaw, the owner of an event company, was featured in an article about the company’s recent hosting of the Sazón Latin Food Festival in Austin.
4/15/2024
Amy Kelly of the band Mustache Cleavage discussed meeting bandmate Alexander Lewis while attending SF State in an article about the pairs’ new album.
4/15/2024
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley will discuss how law enforcement can better respond to situations involving mental health crises during a webinar hosted by his podcast “Policing Matters.”
4/9/2024
Student Ailin Torres’ campus community efforts as part of the state’s College Corps service program was discussed in an article about other California Service Corps programs.
4/15/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke discussed the negative impact of Iowa’s new immigration law.
4/14/2024
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed the effect that the conflict in Gaza is having on Iranians in the Bay Area.
4/12/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on the push by Republicans to prohibit non-citizen voting in federal elections, which is already illegal. (This article was republished be over 90 public radio stations.)
Asian Pacific America with Robert Handa
3/8/2024
Director and choreographer for “Larry the Musical” Billy Bustamante was interviewed about the play, which is based on the book “Journey for Justice: The Life of Larry Itliong,” co-written by late SF State Professor Dawn Mabalon.
4/13/2024
Alumnus Charles Hall, who created the waterbed as a student at SF State, was discussed in an article about longtime fans of the bed.
Asian Pacific America with Robert Handa
4/14/2024
Janet Alvarado discussed “Through My Father’s Eyes: The Filipino American Photographs of Ricardo Ocreto Alvarado,” now on exhibit in SF State’s Global Museum. (Clip not available.)
4/12/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about “progressive companies” that have yet to negotiate union contracts with their employees.
East Bay Times; The Mercury News
4/12/2024
Alumna Erin Green was interviewed about her traveling tearoom “The Hen and the Drake Modern Tearoom”.
KRON 4 ; Yahoo! News; Fior Reports
4/10/2024
Owner of Complex Oakland Oscar Edwards, an alumnus, discussed closing his business due to increase crime in the city.
The Mercury News; East Bay Times; Today’s Chronic
4/11/2024
Director for the Financial Aid Office Denise Peña discussed the negative impact that the changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) are having on students. (The Mercury New and East Bay Times websites have paywalls.)
4/11/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the money Amazon paid to anti-union consultants.
4/11/2024
Mayoral candidate Ellen Lee Zhou, an alumna, discussed her support for Trump and the Republican party.
4/10/2024
SF State student Arlett Mejia talked about their two-hour commute from Antioch to SF State in an article about people facing extreme commutes for work.
4/9/2024
The legacy of SF State Professor Dawn Mabalon is mentioned in a story about “Larry the Musical,” a play based on her book.
4/10/2024
A former SF State educator Jackie Fielder is running for supervisor for District 9.
4/8/2024
Professor Emeritus of Philosophy Anatole Ben Anton, who died Dec. 25, 2023, was remembered.
4/5/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger wrote an op-ed about rising antisemitism and increasing divides within the Jewish community in the wake of the Oct. 7 terrorist attacks on Israel.
4/8/2024
Alumna LaSandra Whitesenior is the new director of human resources for the Tamalpais Union High School District office.
4/8/2024
SF State’s Morrison Chamber Music Center and the Alexander String Quartet were discussed in an article about the quartet’s plan to end performances.
4/8/2024
A poem by Professor of Modern Languages & Literatures Charles Egan was featured on a podcast episode about Chinese immigrants incarcerated on Angel Island.
San Francisco Chronicle; Washington Examiner; Denver Gazette
4/6/2024 – 4/8/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Supervisor Aaron Peskin’s candidacy for mayor. (The Denver Gazette article was originally published by The Washington Examiner.)
4/7/2024
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips discussed how the film “The Zone of Interest” could be a great resource for Holocaust studies.
4/7/2024
Professor Emerita of Cinema Jan Millsapps was interviewed about her career. (This article has a paywall.)
4/7/2024
Musician Raffi Garabedian discussed how he was inspired by the writing of his late father, Professor Emeritus of Sociology Peter Garabedian.
4/5/2024
Assistant Professor of Africana Studies Tiffany Caesar wrote an article about alumnus Jihno “Piper” Ferreira’s play “Black Men Everywhere!”
4/5/2024
Nancy Martin, lecturer for Family, Interiors, Nutrition & Apparel, discussed a partnership between the Apparel Design and Merchandising program and Goodwill in which students repurpose secondhand clothing.
4/7/2024
CEO of TriCore Panels Misha Homara, an alumna, discussed her success as a woman in construction.
Consider This with Christine Zak Edmonds
4/5/2024
Puppeteer for “Sesame Street” Leslie Cararra-Rudolph, an alumna, discussed her career and education.
San Francisco Chronicle; San Francisco Chronicle
3/23/2024 - 4/5/2024
Multiple articles discussed the roles alumni Gayle Romasanta (executive director) and Bryan Pangilinan (production composer) played in creating “Larry the Musical: An American Journey,” a play about the life of Filipino American labor rights leader Larry Itliong.
4/6/2024
District 7 supervisor candidate Myrna Melgar mentioned attending SF State in a “Meet the Candidates” Q&A.
KTVU-TV; The Mercury News; The San Francisco Standard
4/8/2024
The SFSU Observatory’s sun viewing party for today’s solar eclipse was mentioned in multiple news stories.
4/5/2024
Professor of Theatre and Dance Dee Spencer recommended places to go in Healdsburg.
4/4/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed Supervisor Aaron Peskin’s candidacy for mayor.
KCBS-AM
4/4/2024
Nancy Martin, lecturer for Family, Interiors, Nutrition & Apparel, discussed a partnership between the Apparel Design and Merchandising program and Goodwill in which students repurpose secondhand clothing. (Clip not available.)
4/4/2024
Alums Alexis Howard and Brandon Sardi were interviewed about their new local coffee pop-up, Poorboy Coffee.
4/3/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan’s article about the political ideology of Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was referenced in an article about the conflict in Gaza and calls for Israel’s allies to stop supplying weapons.
4/4/2024
Editor-in-Chief of the Golden Gate Xpress Adriana Hernandez discussed the University’s bilingual journalism program and supporting Spanish-language reporting at the student-run news site.
The Mercury News; Marin Independent Journal; East Bay Times
4/4/2024
Director/screenwriter and alumnus Steven Zaillian’s new television series “Ripley” was discussed.
4/3/2024
Livermore City Manager Marianna Marysheva, an alumna, was a panelist for a recent “Women in Business” discussion.
4/3/2024
Alumnus Peter Roussel’s membership in the Raku Club of Central Oregon was mentioned in an article about an upcoming exhibition.
4/1/2024
Co-Founder and President of Autism Hearts Erlinda Borromeo, an alumna, discussed advocacy for autism in the Filipino community.
KRON-TV
4/4/2024
Contributions to the Golden Gate Xpress’ bilingual reporting by students in the bilingual journalism program were discussed in a news segment. (Clip not available.)
4/3/2024
SF State’s Garden of Remembrance was discussed in an article about the artwork of Ruth Asawa.
4/2/2024
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk commented on false claims made by Elon Musk about immigrant voting in the U.S.
3/30/2024
Professor of Physics & Astronomy Maarten Golterman collaborated on potentially groundbreaking research into a particle called the muon.
4/3/2024
Alumnus Daedalus Howell wrote an editorial about the state of the literary arts in the North Bay.
4/2/2024
Alumna Carrie James is getting divorced from “NCIS” star Sean Murray
4/2/2024
Associate Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Ponipate Rokolekutu was quoted in an article about the recent premiere of the film “Oppenheimer” in Japan.
4/1/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about California’s new minimum wage law for fast food workers.
3/30/2024
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John P. Monteverdi discussed what makes a tornado in an article about tornadoes in California.
3/29/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was referenced in an article about how the divide between “moderates” and “progressives” has little to no impact on opinions about housing in San Francisco.
3/31/2024
Alumna Regina Louise’s experiences in the foster care system inspired a movie, “I Am Somebody’s Child,” which recently aired on the Lifetime television network.
4/2/2024
A two-part docuseries entitled “Black Panther/San Francisco State: On Strike” was discussed in an article about the book “The Gangster of Love” (1996).
3/30/2024
One of the candidates running for District 7 supervisor in San Francisco, Myrna Melgar, mentioned attending SF State in a “Meet the Candidates” Q&A.
March
3/29/2024
CEO of Tricore Panels Misha Homara, an alumna, was interviewed about her career and being a woman in the construction field. (This article was originally published by CNBC.)
3/28/2024
SF State was listed as one of the top five colleges near Hillsborough.
3/28/2024
Assistant Professor of International Relations See-Won Byun co-wrote an article about the changes in the economic relationship between China and South Korea.
3/27/2024
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the state’s new minimum wage increase.
Asia Times; Metropolitan Digital; Yahoo!
3/25/2024- 3/26/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan wrote an article about the political ideology of Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (This article was originally published 3/25/2024 in The Conversation. It was republished in 10 additional media outlets.
3/28/2024
Rabbi Ellen Bernstein, an alumna who died Feb. 27, was remembered.
3/27/2024
School of the Environment Professor Jason Henderson commented on the failings of San Francisco’s Vision Zero plan to limit traffic fatalities in the city.
3/27/2024
Assistant Professor of Political Science Amanda Roberti commented on an upcoming Supreme Court ruling on an abortion pill.
3/26/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on a California law that goes into effect in April that will increase the wages for fast food workers.
3/26/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan wrote an editorial about the “Iron Wall” ideology that’s guiding the actions of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
3/27/2024
A 2013 SF State study was mentioned in an article about language immersion programs in school and how they may not give kids a “developmental” edge.
3/27/2024
Alumna Jill Hunter was named the coordinator of Alameda Unified School District’s early childhood education program.
3/25/2024
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the state’s new minimum wage increase.
3/26/2024
Lucasfilm Vice President of Post-Production Mike Blanchard, an alumnus, was interviewed about retiring from the company.
3/25/2024
Artist and alumnus Jonathan Barcan was profiled.
3/26/2024
The Observatory at SF State was listed as one of the places to watch the eclipse on April 8.
3/25/2024
Author Lindsay Wong discussed using SF State as setting for one of her books during an interview.
The Conversation; MSN; The Huntsville Item
3/25/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan wrote an article about the political ideology of Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. (This article was originally published in The Conversation. It was republished in four additional media outlets. )
3/25/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Daniel Lurie’s campaign for San Francisco mayor.
3/24/2024
Professor Emeritus of Journalism Leonard Sellers, who died March 9, was remembered.
San Francisco Bay View; Before It’s News
3/23/2024
Lecturer of Africana Studies and alumna Shanice Robinson-Blacknell discussed an event honoring the legacy of Malcom X that she organized with Lecturer and Advisor Tachelle Herron-Lane.
3/22/2024
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about unionization efforts by Starbucks employees.
3/22/2024
Research into electron behavior in particle physics co-conducted by Professor of Physics and Astronomy Maarten Golterman was discussed in an article about new findings.
3/21/2024
Information Systems Professor Paul Beckman discussed the use of mathematics in selecting a winning basketball team during March Madness. (Time stamp: 9:35)
3/19/2024
A research project by Information Systems Professor Paul Beckman was referenced in an article about choosing a winning team during March Madness.
3/22/2024
Student Allexa Baron discussed her concerns about an individual who has been camping near the Argonne Playground in San Francisco.
3/21/2024
Students from SF State’s Apparel Design and Merchandising program have partnered with Goodwill to repurpose secondhand clothing.
3/23/2024
Alumna Sue Fisher King was interviewed about the relocations of the home design store she runs in San Francisco.
3/22/2024
Honorary alumnus Jeffrey L. Bleich is a new member of the National Security Education Board.
3/21/2024
President and CEO of cloud networking company Arista Networks Jayshree Ullal, an alumna and the keynote speaker at SF State’s 2023 Commencement, was interviewed about her career.
KFBK-AM
3/23/2024
The 125th anniversary of SF State’s founding was mentioned in a news segment. (Clip not available.)
3/21/2024
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed the history of Nowruz, also known as Persian New Year.
3/21/2024
Associate Dean of Students and Director of Residential Life David F Rourke discussed the importance of supporting SF State’s Muslim community during Ramadan in an article about how City Eats is providing meal accommodations.
3/21/2024
Director of the Estuary and Ocean Science Center Katharyn Boyer is one of Bay Nature’s 2024 local heroes.
3/15/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed an analysis comparing campaign funding and results for the recent Democratic County Central Committee races.
3/20/2024 – 3/21/2024
Alumnus and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown Jr.’s legacy was discussed in multiple articles about his 90th birthday celebration.
3/21/2024
Alumna T. Ajewole Duckett was quoted in an article about a recent Northern Illinois University Women’s History Month panel.
3/20/2024
Alumna Joanna Chun is a new member of the University of Guam Board of Regents.
3/20/2024
Alumna Juslyn Manalo was profiled in an International Women’s Day article about Filipina movers and shakers.
California State University News
3/20/2024
Alumnus Ju Hung, who is the director of the Dream Resource Center at UCLA, shared his experience as an undocumented student during the CSU’s first-ever Undocu Student Summit held March 16 at Cal State Long Beach.
KRON-TV; San Francisco Chronicle
3/20/2024
Multiple news stories about a UC Berkeley professor’s “sleep-in” protest against antisemitism mentioned that some SF State community members would participate in a similar on-campus protest. (KRON-TV video time stamp: 2:23)
3/20/2024
SF State’s partnership with SparkPoint, which will make free financial coaching available on campus, was covered in a news segment.
3/20/2024
Assistant Professor Amanda Roberti was quoted in a story about the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee working to elect Democrats to statehouses in the hopes of fighting for abortion rights. (This story appeared in more than a dozen publications.)
3/19/2024
Professor Emeritus William Cochlan commented on a harmful blue-green algae bloom at East Bay lakes.
3/15/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on how the U.S. Steelworkers union has influenced corporate mergers.
3/19/2024
SF State was listed as one of the schools where students and faculty may participate in a “sleep-in” protest of campus antisemitism. (This wire story appeared in multiple news outlets.)
3/19/2024
A story about how disability studies and ethnic studies go hand-in-hand mentioned the founding of the first College of Ethnic Studies in the nation at SF State.
3/20/2024
Alumnus and former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown Jr. is about to turn 90.
3/15/2024
Vice President of University Advancement Jeff Jackanicz was a panelist for a forum on Bay Area workforce development that was sponsored by SF State, the California Biomanufacturing Center, EastBay Works and the San Francisco Building and Trades Council.
3/19/2024
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed how the celebration of Nowruz, also known as Persian New Year, has changed through the years.
3/18/2024
A March 7 presentation by Professor of Journalism Cristina Azocar on the negative impact of cultural appropriation on Indigenous peoples was discussed.
USA Today; Reporter; El Paso Times
3/19/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about how a University of California, Berkeley professor is protesting antisemitism. (This article was originally published by USA Today. It was republished by over 70 media outlets.)
3/18/2024
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front was mentioned in an article about Bay Area protesters in need of personal financial support.
3/16/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger was quoted in an article about pressure on state leaders to respond to calls for a cease fire in Gaza.
3/15/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed campaign endorsements in an article about changes to San Francisco’s Democratic County Central Committee.
3/16/2024
Student Maddux Eckerling was a panelist for an LGBTQ+ panel led by the American Association of University Women – Nevada County Branch on March 16.
3/18/2024
Actor and alumna Annette Bening was quoted in an article about the success of her career.
3/16/2024
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie L. Brown Jr., an alumnus, was interviewed about his career in politics and upcoming 90th birthday.
3/11/2024
Painter and Fabricator Ryan Whelan, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about his new art exhibition.
The Sacramento Bee; Yahoo! News
3/14/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on proposed changes to the state’s minimum wage rules for fast food workers. (This article was originally published by The Sacramento Bee, which has a paywall.)
3/14/2024
Research by Assistant Professor of Biology Jenna Ekwealor was discussed in an article about adaptability in flowering plants.
3/15/2024
Desert Sun Reporter Bruce Fessier, an alumnus, was inducted into the Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation’s inaugural Media Hall of Fame.
3/15/2024
Producer for the Hardly Strictly Bluegrass festival Greg Wynn, an alumnus, died yesterday.
3/14/2024
SF State’s Dining Services was mentioned in an article about Gator Grub, a University initiative addressing food insecurity.
Spectrum News 1 SoCal
3/14/2024
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front and student activism that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies were discussed in an article about a University of California, Los Angeles alumnus who has donated funding to his alma mater for ethnic studies. (Clip not available.)
3/13/2024
Political Science Professor Ronald Hayduk discussed the history of non-citizens voting in an article about conspiracy theories surrounding its practice. (This article was originally published by NPR. It was republished by over 70 additional media outlets.)
3/13/2024
HeeBong Hyun, general manager for SF State’s Dining Services, discussed Gator Grub, a University initiative addressing food insecurity.
3/13/2024
Alumnus Nathan Tan contributed to a new exhibition called “The Streets of San Francisco” at the city’s Luna Rienne Gallery.
Japan Society of Northern California
3/11/2024
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin was a panelist at a conference on LGBTQ rights in Japan and the U.S.
Here & Now
3/9/2024
Associate Professor for the School of the Environment Sara Baguskas discussed her research on how fog affects the growth of strawberries in a story about climate change and fog in the Bay Area. (Clip not available. This episode of “Here & Now” was broadcast on over 10 NPR-affiliated radio stations.)
3/7/2024
An article co-written by Assistant Professor of International Relations See-Won Byun was cited in an article about the history of the relationship between China and North Korea.
3/11/2024
Alumnus Kirk Hammett, the lead guitarist of the band Metallica, was profiled.
3/10/2024
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an op-ed about how teachers can adapt their instruction to include students having cell phones in the classroom.
3/9/2024
Professor of International Relations Andrei P. Tsygankov discussed the history of westernization in Russia.
3/8/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the divide in San Francisco between “tough on crime” legislation and judicial candidates.
3/6/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco voters’ support of Proposition E (which will require welfare recipients to be drug tested) and Proposition F (which will increase law enforcement surveillance in the city.) (This article was originally published by NBC News.)
3/9/2024
Student Ella Gutierrez commented on attending San Francisco’s Tulip Day celebration held Saturday in Union Square.
3/10/2024
Actor and alumna Annette Bening was interviewed by fellow alum Whit Johnson about her Oscar-nominated role as athlete Diana Nyad in the biopic film “Nyad.” (Time stamps:35:00-35:13;35:54-39:55.)
3/10/2024
Rabbi Ellen Bernstein, an alumna who died Feb. 27, was remembered.
3/9/2024
Author and alumna Cal Orey wrote an article about natural ways to fend off colds and the flu.
KFBK-AM
3/8/2024
The kudos to the public education system that alumna and actor Annette Bening gave on a recent episode of “The Kelly Clarkson Show” was mentioned in a news segment. (Clip not available.)
3/9/2024
Photographer Michael Zagaris discussed photographing Ray Charles at SF State in 1971. (Time stamp: 7:58 – 9:32. Episode 5. Video expires 4/5/2024.)
3/7/2024
The closure of several offices at SF State’s downtown campus during the peak of the 2020 pandemic was mentioned in an article about San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s efforts to attract new residents and students to the city’s downtown.
The Chronicles of Higher Education
3/7/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the growing interest of student workers in unionizing. (This article can be accessed by the University community via the J. Paul Leonard Library website. Click on the headline “Colleges Contend with a Tidal Wave of New Undergrad Unions.”)
3/7/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco voters’ support of Proposition E (which will require welfare recipients to be drug tested) and Proposition F (which will increase law enforcement surveillance in the city.) (This article was originally published by The Washington Post.)
3/6/2024
Lecturer of Philosophy Kimbrough Moore was quoted in an article about the history of rock climbing in Berkeley.
3/7/2024
Executive Director of the Bay Area Urban Debate League Mya Whitaker, an alumna, was interviewed about participating as a youth with the organization she now leads.
3/7/2024
Alumna and actor Annette Bening discussed her education and her latest role.
3/7/2024
Actor and alumnus BD Wong was interviewed about taking a stage role in “Big Data,” which runs through March 10 at San Francisco’s American Conservatory Theatre.
3/1/2024
Playwright and alumna Ashley Smiley was interviewed about her new play “Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad,” which opened March 2 at San Francisco’s Magic Theatre.
The Washington Post; NBC News; MSN News Canada
3/6/2024 – 3/7/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco voters’ support of Proposition E (which will require welfare recipients to be drug tested) and Proposition F (which will increase law enforcement surveillance in the city.) (The MSN article is a republishing of the NBC News article.)
3/6/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed how San Francisco voter turnout could impact election results.
3/5/2024
Lecturer of Anthropology Niccolo Caldararo commented in an article about 19th century anthropologist Anténor Firmin.
3/6/2024
Sophie Molholm, an alumna and professor at Albert Einstein School of Medicine in New York, was profiled.
ABC News Talk; The Boston Globe; The New York Times
3/5/2024- 3/6/2024
Rabbi Ellen Bernstein, an alumna, who died Feb. 27 was remembered. (The Boston Globe article was originally published by The New York times. It has a paywall. The New York Times article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
3/5/2024
Veterinarian and co-founder of CodaPet Bethany Hsia, an alumna, was cited in an article about longevity in dogs.
3/6/2024
Assistant Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Omar Zahzah was quoted in an article about pro-Palestinian voices in the U.S.
3/5/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the Joe Biden-Donald Trump rematch this November after they were the likely victors of their respective primaries.
3/6/2024
Alumna Noa Silver discussed her debut novel “California Dreaming.”
2/5/2024
Alumna Ashley Smiley tackled the gentrification of San Francisco in her new play “Dirty White Teslas Make Me Sad,” which opened in San Francisco’s Magic Theatre.
USA Today; El Paso Times; St. Cloud Times
3/5/2024
An open letter co-written last year by Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin requesting that the Biden administration find ways to sidestep recent Supreme Court decisions was mentioned in an op-ed about the Supreme Court’s decision to allow Donald Trump to remain on the ballot in Colorado. (This article was published in over 50 media outlets.)
3/4/2024
Assistant Professor of Africana Studies Tiffany Caesar interviewed Fredrika Newton, president and co-founder of the Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation, about the foundation’s decision to open the Black Panther Party Museum in Oakland.
3/4/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was quoted in an article about the race to fill the seat left by late Senator Dianne Feinstein.
3/4/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed voter turnout for San Francisco’s primary election.
3/4/2024
Professor Emeritus of Communication Studies Joseph S. Tuman discussed the campaign ads for the Alameda County Democratic committee race.
The San Francisco Standard; CBS News Bay Area; My Droll
3/4/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco Supervisor Aaron Peskin potentially becoming a mayoral candidate. (The My Droll article was originally published by CBS News Bay Area.)
3/2/2024
Abdur R. Sikder, a lecturer for the Lam Family College of Business and the College of Science & Engineering, is a candidate for the congressional seat currently held by Rep. Barbara Lee.
3/1/2024
Chair and Professor of Secondary Education Trevor Getz was a contributing scholar to New York City public school’s new African Diaspora curriculum.
3/2/2024
Alumnus Hasseem Abdalla discussed the inspiration behind his artwork that is part of a display by Black artists with studios at Hunters Point Shipyard.
3/1/2024
Alumnus Sherman D’Silva is a candidate for San Francisco’s District 1 supervisor seat.
2/27/2024
Student activism at SF State was mentioned in an op-ed about San Francisco’s Prop E, which would allow law enforcement to experiment with new surveillance technology.
3/2/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about supervisor candidates for District 7 in San Francisco.
Eyewitness News Mornings at 8 on KBFX
3/1/2024
Professor of Urban Studies and Planning Jasper Rubin discussed the use of the space that will be left in Union Square once the Macy’s there closes. (Clip not available.)
2/29/2024
Associate Professor of Latino/a Studies Melissa Guzman was a panelist at a Black Studies conference held yesterday at the University of California, Santa Barbara.
2/29/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on ongoing negotiations between Starbucks and its workers’ union, Workers United. (This article was originally published by The New York Times.)
2/29/2024
Alumna Megan Watson was interviewed about being the new coordinator for Native American artifacts repatriation at Cal Poly Humboldt.
2/29/2024
Alumna E. Magdalen Ross was interviewed about being the new director of canonical services for the Diocesan Tribunal in Fall River, Massachusetts.
2/29/2024
Alumna Joan Gelfand was interviewed about her new memoir.
2/28/2024
Journalist and alumnus Bruce Fessier has been inducted into the Coachella Valley Media Awards Hall of Fame.
3/1/2024
An art piece by Evelyn Nitzberg that is on permanent display in the University’s Union History Archives was mentioned in an article about an art display at the Franklin Gallery in Rochester, New York.
February
2/29/2024
Professor of Urban Studies and Planning Jasper Rubin discussed the use of the space that will be left in Union Square once the Macy’s there closes.
Fox 5 New York; The San Juan Daily Star; Sky News
2/28/2024 – 2/29/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on ongoing negotiations between Starbucks and its workers’ union, Workers United.
Livingston Daily; MSN; USA Today
2/28/2024 – 2/29/2024
Professor of Political Science Ronald Hayduk commented on allegations that one of San Francisco’s Election Commission members was an illegal immigrant. (This article was originally published by USA Today. It was republished in over 400 additional media outlets.)
2/28/2024
Assistant Professor of Biology Jenna Ekwealor co-authored a study on a new adaptability finding in flowering plants.
2/29/2024
Student Maddux Erkerling discussed his participation in CSU student worker unionization efforts.
2/29/2024
Alumnus and singer Johnny Mathis was profiled in an article about 10 famous singers from San Francisco.
2/28/2024
An art piece by Evelyn Nitzberg that is on permanent display in the University’s Union History Archives was discussed in an article about the New Hampshire Art Association.
2/27/2024
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on ongoing negotiations between Starbucks and its workers’ union, Workers United.
2/27/2024
An article about how Kansas City Chief’s head coach Andy Reid is celebrating his team’s Super Bowl win mentioned his time as the assistant coach of SF State’s football team.
2/25/2024
SF State research about the physical benefits of thinking about pleasant memories was mentioned in an article about how to have great mornings.
2/26/2024
A new apartment building in downtown San Francisco that’s open to SF State students is one way the mayor is hoping to revitalize the Tenderloin.
KPIX; NBC Bay Area; San Francisco Chronicle; KTVU
2/23/2024
SF State’s declining enrollment was mentioned in a news story about a 6% decrease in enrollment in the entire California State University system.
2/22/2024
Professor of Journalism Venise Wagner discussed her experience growing up with family employed by U.S. Steel in South Chicago.
2/21/2024
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee was quoted in an article about California primary candidates who support a proposal to open an LGBTQ history museum in the city.
2/21/2024
SF State’s dining team partnered with the student group Black Residents United in Housing to host a cooking class in honor of Black History Month.
2/21/2024
An essay about the benefits of virtual reality workouts mentioned a 2022 SF State study that examined the level of physical exertion people experience when they play VR games.
2/19/2024
Alumna Melba Pattillo Beals, one of the Little Rock Nine, the group of Black students who enrolled at a previously all-white school in Little Rock, Arkansas, in 1957, was profiled in a tribute article.
2/20/2024
Alumna Kimberly Green has announced her retirement as director of the Washington State University Office of Assessment for Curricular Effectiveness.
2/17/2024
Associate Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Rabab Ibrahim Abdulhadi spoke during the annual Day of Remembrance in San Francisco, an event that commemorates the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II.
2/18/2024
Alumna Cal Orey wrote an article about the benefits of essential oils.
2/15/2024
Songwriter and musician Ty Segall, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about two upcoming shows.
2/18/2024
The upcoming First Exposure: The 2023 SF State Photojournalism Showcase was mentioned in a story about the San Francisco International Arts Festival.
Marin Independent Journal; Times~Herald
2/14/2024
SF State’s return of the cultural items to Indigenous tribes was mentioned in an article about efforts to apply new federal rules to have all Indigineous items from various Bay Area universities and museums returned to their respectful tribes. (This article was published in four media outlets.)
Teen VOGUE; Yahoo! Canada; MSN
2/16/2024
Student “Josh” discussed issues he’s had with completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) in an article about a glitch on the site.
2/16/2024
Alumnus David Wheeler was profiled in an article about auditions for a stage play he is directing.
2/15/2024
Christina Chan, an environmental diplomat for the U.S., discussed how participating in the study abroad program at SF State influenced her career.
2/14/2024
Alumna Nite Yun Chef, who is the owner of Nyum Bai, a Cambodian restaurant based in Oakland, was interviewed about her new restaurant that will be opening in San Francisco’s Ferry Building.
2/14/2024
Alumnus Vince Gotera, who is an English professor for the University of Northern Iowa, was named Iowa Poet Laureate.
2/15/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the United Auto Workers organizing a campaign at a Volkswagen plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Before It’s News; San Francisco Bay View
2/14/2024
Assistant Professor of Africana Studies Tiffany Caesar wrote an article about Oakland’s new Black Panther Party Museum.
2/9/2024
Emily Beitiks, interim director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability, wrote an article about a new theory on the 1932 kidnapping and murder of the Lindbergh baby.
2/14/2024
SF State was listed as a participant in a summer program that is part of San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s initiative to bring satellite campuses from historically Black colleges to downtown San Francisco. (This article was originally published by EURweb.)
2/13/2024
SF State student Maelynn Le has been using a dating service called Vouched Dating, which relies on references for dating service users.
2/12/2024
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri commented on recent hostage rescue efforts by Israel in Gaza.
2/12/2024
“Crave,” a KSFS radio show co-produced by Associate Professor of Broadcast Communications Arts Miriam Smith, has announced a fourth season. (This article is in Italian.)
Los Angeles Times; Yahoo! News; West Observer
2/13/2024
Chief Operations Officer for the Felton Institute Yohana I. Quiróz, an alumna, was quoted in an article about a recent report on wages for Black and Latina child care workers in California. (This article was originally published by The Los Angeles Times, which has a paywall.)
2/13/2024
A 2015 student film shot at SF State was featured in an article about the 2024 Beyond the Peaks Student Film Festival.
NBC News; MSN News; Yahoo! News
2/12/2024
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee was quoted in an article about Asian Americans in local government leadership roles in the Bay Area.
2/12/2024
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee commented on state legislation surrounding allowable surgeries on intersex youth.
2/8/2024
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an op-ed about the impact a school’s architectural design has on student learning.
2/11/2024
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid’s time as an assistant football coach at SF State was mentioned in a Superbowl news special. (Time stamp: 21:57.)
The San Juan Daily Star; Chattanooga Times Free Press
2/8/2024 – 2/9/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger’s book “Black Power, Jewish Politics” was cited in an op-ed about how the relationship between Black and Jewish Americans has influenced views on the war in Gaza. (This article was originally published by The New York Times.)
Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences; MSN; Mirage News; Nature Water
2/5/2024- 2/8/2024
Research scholar Aleyda M. Trevino co-authored a study on the impact of changing temperatures and surface moisture in soil.
2/8/2024
Retired football coach and alumnus Leon Feliciano discussed coaching college football at SF State alongside now-Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid.
2/8/2024
Comedian Greg Proops, who took acting classes at SF State in the late ’70s and early ’80s, discussed his career. (Time stamp 39:16)
2/7/2024
Associate Professor of Liberal Studies Logan Hennessy commented on the environmental impact the war in Gaza is having on the planet.
2/6/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger’s book “Black Power, Jewish Politics” was cited in an op-ed about how the relationship between Black and Jewish Americans has influenced views on the war in Gaza. (The article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
Daily Mail; The British Club; Salten
2/7/2024
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid, a former football coach at SF State, commented on rumors of his retirement. (This article was published in 10 media outlets.)
2/7/2024
An article about Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid mentioned his time as an assistant football coach at SF State.
2/7/2024
An article about Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid mentioned his time as an assistant football coach at SF State.
2/5/2024
A story about UCLA expanding its ethnic studies programs mentioned ethnic studies at SF State and the 1968 student strike.
2/7/2024
An essay about the health benefits of VR games mentioned an SF State study that measured people’s level of exertion while playing VR games.
2/7/2024
Alumna and artist Karen Taylor will be displaying her artwork in Sedona’s city hall.
Thanh Nien; Mountain View Sentinel; White House News Time
2/6/2024
Associate Professor of Marketing Ho Dac Nguyen Nga wrote an editorial about Vietnam and its integration into the global economy. (This article was originally published in the Thanh Nien newspaper. It was republished by 19 additional media outlets.)
2/6/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about how improving policies surrounding the export of agricultural goods could benefit farmers. (This article was originally published by The Progressive Magazine.)
2/5/2024
Professor of Cinema Zhang Weimin discussed how Professor Emeritus of Art Mark Johnson contributed footage to her award-winning documentary “Of Color & Ink: Chang Dai-chien After 1949,” which follows the life and works of Chinese artist Chang Dai-chien.
Fox 40 Morning News
2/6/2024
Actor and former professional football player Carl Weathers, an alumnus who died Feb. 1, was remembered. (Clip not available.)
The Sacramento Bee; Yahoo! News
2/5/2024
Alumnus Sean Frame is a candidate for the vacant Sacramento Assembly District 6 seat. (This article was originally published by The Sacramento Bee, which has a paywall.)
2/5/2024 – 2/6/2024
SF State was listed as a participant in a summer program that is part of San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s initiative to bring satellite campuses from historically Black colleges to downtown San Francisco.
Yahoo! News; Los Angeles Times
2/5/2024
Activism by SF State student groups that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies was discussed in an article about a $10 million dollar gift to the University of California Los Angeles’ Institute of American Cultures.
2/3/2024
Associate Professor of History Maziar Behrooz discussed the recent U.S. airstrikes in Syria and Iraq following an attack on a U.S. military base in Jordan. (The Yahoo! News article was originally published by KTVU-TV.)
2/2/2024
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John Monteverdi discussed the ‘unconfirmed tornado’ that recently struck the Bay Area.
2/2/2024
The legal battle between Professor Emeritus of Economics Ralph Anspach and the Parker Brothers, brought on by his creation of a board game called Anti-Monopoly, was discussed.
Doc Reno; NFL Draft Diamonds; Associated Press; InspireMore
2/2/2024
Actor and former professional football player Carl Weathers, an alumnus, died Feb. 1.
2/2/2024
Alumna Graciela Ronconi was interviewed about the success of her store Love Street Vintage, which she’s owned for 30 years.
2/2/2024 – 2/5/2024
SF State was listed as a participant in a summer program that is part of San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s initiative to bring satellite campuses from historically Black colleges to downtown San Francisco.
1/31/2024
The involvement of alumnus and Indigenous activist Richard Oakes in the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz was discussed in an interview with the director of a new educational documentary short about the occupation. (Time stamp of interview: 15:04. Full documentary available via Retro Report.)
2/1/2024
SF State’s Dining Services by Sodexo has organized a nationwide food waste competition.
2/2/2024
SF State was mentioned in an article about San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s plan to bring satellite campuses of historically Black colleges to downtown San Francisco.
1/30/2024
Professor Emeritus of Special Education Stan Goldberg discussed the effects of aging on brains and ways to improve cognition.
The Hollywood Reporter; The Internet Movie Database; KZK101
1/31/2024
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front and the 1968 student strike were discussed in a review of the 1971 docudrama “Bushman,” which stars Paul Eyam Nzie Okpokam, a former instructor at the University. (This article was originally published by The Hollywood Reporter. It was republished in three additional media outlets.)
2/1/2024
An interview with alumnus Nesbit Crutchfield about his participation with the Third World Liberation Front and the 1968 student strike was referenced in an article commemorating the founding of the College of Ethnic Studies and the Black Studies (now Africana Studies) program.
2/1/2024
Alumnus Chi-hui Yang is the new program director for creativity and free expression at the Ford Foundation.
1/31/2024
SF State was listed number one on a list of top five colleges near Millbrae.
1/31/2024
A Golden Gate Xpress article about the new Science & Engineering Innovation Center was referenced.
January
1/31/2024
Alumna Daisy Hernandez has become a San Francisco rental influencer on TikTok with her popular handle Apartment Plug.
1/31/2024
Alumna and godmother of the parklet Bonnie Ora is celebrated in a new retrospective at Fort Mason Center.
1/30/2024
Alumna Laksmi Abraham was appointed Maui County Director of Communications and Government Affairs.
NBC News; AOL.com; MSN South Africa
1/30/2024
Professor of Asian American Studies Jonathan H. X. Lee discussed the Lunar New Year and the symbolism behind the Year of the Dragon.
1/30/2024
Chair of Latina/Latino Studies and Associate Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Jeff Duncan-Andrade was quoted in an article about an equity conference recently hosted by the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools.
1/29/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about an ABC News Australia journalist who was allegedly fired for sharing a social media post by the group Human Rights Watch that was critical of Israel.
1/29/2024
Professor of Psychology Ezequiel Morsella referenced research co-conducted by Professor David Matsumoto in an article about whether or not we can control our emotions.
1/29/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was interviewed about a new documentary on Amazon and unions. (This article is in French and has a paywall.)
1/29/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about how improving policies surrounding the export of agricultural goods could benefit farmers.
1/29/2024
Memoir writing classes taught by alumnus Oscar Penaranda were mentioned in an article about a senior activity group in the city of Makati in the Philippines.
1/29/2024
SF State is mentioned in an article about the 1971 docudrama “Bushman,” which stars Paul Eyam Nzie Okpokam, a former instructor at the University.
1/28/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on campaign donations for the San Francisco Superior Court judicial elections.
1/27/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about how improving policies surrounding the export of agricultural goods could benefit farmers. (This article was originally published 1/25/2024 by The Progressive Magazine.)
Animation Magazine; Cartoon Brew
1/26/2024 – 1/27/2024
Late television animation producer John Bush, an alumnus who died in November, was remembered.
Variety; Yahoo! News; MSN Philippines
1/26/2024
Award winning American television director and producer Rod Holcomb, an alumnus, died Jan. 24.
1/25/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the CSU student workers union.
1/19/2024- 1/25/2024
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about how improving policies surrounding the export of agricultural goods could benefit farmers. (This article was originally published by The Progressive Magazine.)
The Theatre Times; Canadian Review
1/24/2024
Assistant Professor of Theatre Michael Schweikardt and students Jessa Laboissonniere, Tristan Fabiunke, Bre Lawscha, Connor Diaz and Benjamin Edwards co-wrote an article about the School of Theatre and Dance’s production of “Eurydice.”
Yahoo! News; Apple Valley News; News Channel 3
1/23/2024
Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn commented on a story about the increasing frequency of self-pollinating flowers. (This article was originally published 1/23/2024 by CNN. It was republished in 10 additional media outlets.)
Taiwan Sun; Sacramento Sun; Oregon Telegraph
1/24/2024
Emmy-winning “Simpsons” producer and alumnus John Bush passed away at age 69 after a battle with lymphoma. (This story was published in more than 10 publications.)
1/23/2024
Alumna Gina O’Mara is the Teacher of the Week for Gibson Elementary School. (This article has a paywall.
1/23/2024
Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan spoke about the CFA-CSU settlement following the union’s one-day strike. (This clip is in Russian.)
San Jose Mercury News; The East Bay Times
1/24/2024
Andrew Fraknoi, who teaches astronomy at SF State’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute, was profiled.
1/23/2024
Professor of History James Martel discussed opposition to a tentative agreement between the California Faculty Association and the CSU.
Hollywood Reporter; Yahoo! News; Florida Statesman; San Diego Sun; New Hampshire State News
1/24/2024
Emmy-winning “Simpsons” producer and alumnus John Bush passed away at age 69 after a battle with lymphoma. (This story was published in more than 10 publications.)
1/23/2024
Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn commented on a story about the increasing frequency of self-pollinating flowers. (This article was originally published by CNN. It was published in three additional media outlets.)
1/22/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the Harvey Milk LGBTQ Democratic Club’s decision to withdraw its endorsement from President Biden’s March primary campaign.
1/22/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the delayed closure of the Fillmore District Safeway.
1/23/2024
Author and alumnus David Madden discussed his book “Momma’s Lost Piano: A Memoir.”
1/22/2024
Alumnus and artist Bonnie Sherk was profiled in an article about the history of parklets in San Francisco.
1/21/2024
Marine research by late faculty member Jonathan Stern was referenced in an article about the unusual mating habits of porpoises in the San Francisco Bay.
The Guardian; Inkl; MSN South Africa
1/20/2024
Professor of Theatre and Dance Yutian Wong discussed the history of ballroom dancing in an article about Asian elders returning to the dance floor in Alhambra after a one-year hiatus due to a shooting at a Monterey dance hall. (This article was originally published 1/20/2024 by The Guardian. It was republished in several additional media outlets. The Inkl site has a paywall.)
1/19/2024
Assistant Professor of Philosophy Arezoo Islami discussed the mysterious history of mathematics.
1/19/2024
Glass artist and alumna Annie Morhauser was profiled in an article about her business Annieglass.
1/19/2024
Alumna Sonia Sarkar discussed her experience studying in San Francisco in an article celebrating the 25th year of the Hope Foundation.
1/18/2024
Co-founder of SF Sketchfest Cole Stratton, an alumnus, was interviewed about the success of the annual event, now in its 21st year. (See video title: “More than 200 shows coming to ‘SF Sketchfest’ comedy festival”)
1/18/2024
Alumna Shanna Strassberg, vice president of development and strategy for the music production company C.A.M.P. 615, was profiled.
1/17/2024
Alumna Mary Hatcher-Skeers is the new vice president of academic affairs and dean of the faculty at Scripps College.
1/18/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the role that the social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) will have in San Francisco’s 2024 election.
1/18/2024
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John Monteverdi commented on the recent El Niño weather patterns in California in an article about a forecast for rain.
1/17/2024
Assistant Professor of English Language and Literature Teresa Pratt discussed the history of accents and dialects in the U.S.
1/16/2024
Professor of Jewish Studies Marc Dollinger was quoted in an article about the recent resignation of Harvard’s president following allegations of antisemitism and plagiarism. (This article was originally published by Haaretz.)
1/15/2023
Professor Emeritus of Theatre at Las Positas College Ken Ross, an alumnus, passed away in October.
The Killeen Daily Herald; The Kansas City Star
1/17/2024- 1/18/2024
Alumna Emily Curiel quoted “words of wisdom” from Journalism Lecturer Scot Tucker in an article about a photo she took during a recent AFC Wild Card game between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Miami Dolphins. (This article was originally published 1/17/2024 by The Kansas City Star.)
1/17/2024
Music Lecturer for Sacramento State Julian Dixon, an alumnus, was interviewed about his part in establishing the Sacramento Philharmonic’s Link Up! Carnegie Hall Program, a music education program for grades 3-5.
1/17/2024
Alumna Miriam Brooks was interviewed about her role in the Magic Theatre’s
production “Miriam and Esther Go to the Diamond District.”
1/172024
Alumna Leslie Vedder was profiled in an article about her new book “The Cursed Rose.”
1/17/2024
The late professional baseball player and coach Bud Harrelson, an alumnus, was remembered.
1/16/2024
Recommendations from engineers at SF State were mentioned in an article about an upcoming Coastside County Water District hydroelectric power study.
1/17/2024
The Ethnic Studies program at SF State was referenced in a review of the book “Writing Backwards: Historical Fiction and the Reshaping of the American Canon” by Alexander Manshel. (This article has a paywall.)
1/17/2023
An article about how two small businesses launched campaigns to support the LGBTQ community referenced research by SF State’s Family Acceptance Project.
1/17/2023
An article about a program that sends Glendale Community College students to the Sundance Film Festival included a profile of participant Michelle Castillo, who later transferred to SF State and now works for Warner Music Group.
1/16/2024
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley discussed whether or not off-duty law enforcement officers should be allowed to use marijuana in states where it is recreationally legal.
Yahoo! News; The Sacramento Bee
1/15/2024
Professor Emeritus of Environmental Studies Carlos Davidson wrote an op-ed about a plan by the California Public Employees Pension System (CalPERS) to invest in clean energy. (This article was originally published in The Sacramento Bee. The link has a paywall.)
1/15/2024
Professor and Chair of Africana Studies Abul Pitre discussed concerns of political constraints on American history education in Florida following passage of a law that forbids teaching that U.S. political institutions were “created to maintain social, political, and economic inequities.” (This article was originally published 1/6/2024 by the Associated Press.)
1/13/2024
Professor Emeritus of Theatre and Dance Joel Schechter was quoted in a review a local drag production of “9 to 5: Live.”
1/16/2024
California Almond Board CEO Clarice Turner, an alumna, was named one of the nation’s Top 50 Diverse Board Candidates.
1/16/2024
Photojournalist and alumnus Benjamin Fanjoy is a winter intern for The San Francisco Chronicle.
1/15/2024
Alumnus Jeffrey Paradise, a founding member of the band Poolside, was interviewed about his career in music.
1/15/2023
Alumna Ellen Lee Zhou’s 2019 San Francisco mayoral campaign was discussed in an article about candidates in the 2024 election.
1/14/2024
Alumna Angela Jaime was appointed vice-provost of Indigenous engagement at the University of Saskatchewan.
1/11/2024
Assistant Professor of Sociology Jen Reck was a speaker at “The Fight for the Castro Theatre: Lessons for Queer Preservation,” a recent event at the Roxie Theatre in San Francisco.
1/10/2024 – 1/11/2024
Professor and Chair of Africana Studies Abul Pitre discussed concerns of political constraints on American history education in Florida following passage of a law that forbids teaching that U.S. political institutions were “created to maintain social, political, and economic inequities.” (This article was originally published 1/6/2024 by the Associated Press. It was republished by over 300 media outlets.)
1/12/2024
Alumnus Durryle Brooks was profiled in an article about his upcoming Wilson College Martin Luther King Jr. Day presentation entitled “Centering Love, Healing, and Liberation in Our Social Justice Work.”
1/12/2023
Alumnus Elliott Lin discussed how he bonded with his future wife over their shared love of the “Fast & Furious” movie franchise. (The article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
1/12/2024
California Almond Board CEO Clarice Turner, an alumna, was named one of the nation’s Top 50 Diverse Board Candidates.
1/11/2024
Iranian artist Shadi Yousefian, an alumna, was profiled in an article about the donation of her entire collection of artwork to Mano Amiga, a Mexican non-governmental organization that provides business and personal finance support for women.
1/11/2024
Vice Chair for the SF State Foundation Board Mary Huss has announced her retirement from the San Francisco Business Times.
The Kansas City Jewish Chronicle
1/11/2024
Associate Professor of Jewish Studies Rachel Gross was profiled in an article about an upcoming event she is hosting at the Lawrence Jewish Community Congregation in Lawrence, Kansas.
1/10/2024 – 1/11/2024
Professor and Chair of Africana Studies Abul Pitre discussed concerns of political constraints on American history education in Florida following passage of a law that forbids teaching that U.S. political institutions were “created to maintain social, political, and economic inequities.” (This article was originally published 1/6/2024 by the Associated Press. It was republished by over 300 media outlets.)
1/10/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposal to offer prenatal leave for pregnant women. (This interview is in Russian.)
1/10/2024
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was quoted in an article about research of dream behavior in multiple species of animals.
1/11/2024
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid, a former football coach at SF State, was profiled in an article about the team’s performance. (The article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
Lone Star Ball; The New York Times; MLB Trade Rumors
1/11/2024
Former professional baseball player and coach Bud Harrelson, an alumnus, died yesterday.
1/11/2024
Alumna Tenny Minassian was interviewed about her new children’s book “Lucy Goes to the Gentle Barn.” (This article was originally published 1/4/2024 by The Orange County Register.)
1/10/2024
A memorial service for Oakland police officer and alumnus Tuan Le, who was killed in the line of duty on Dec. 29, was held yesterday morning in Castro Valley.
1/4/2024
Artist and naturalist Esme Cabrera, an alumna, discussed how her ethnic background and education influenced her passion for environmental preservation. (See headline “Welcoming whimsy, wonder, and the work of Intimacy: Esme Cabrera Naturalist/Artist, la_mamigami”)
1/11/2024
A proposal for renovations to SF State’s Romberg Tiburon Center was discussed.
1/10/2024
The Markowski-Leach scholarship at SF State was listed among the best college scholarships for LGBTQ+ students.
The Chronicle of Higher Education
1/9/2024
Professor Emeritus of History Robert W. Cherny commented on the recent resignation of Claudine Gay as president of Harvard University. (This article can be accessed by the University community via a page on the J. Paul Leonard Library website. Click on the headline “‘You Hand Them a Knife’: After Claudine Gay’s Ouster, Historians Worry About Weaponization of Plagiarism.”)
1/10/2024
A memorial service for Oakland police officer and alumnus Tuan Le, who was killed in the line of duty on Dec. 29, was held this morning in Castro Valley.
Yahoo! News; NBC Bay Area; Fortune
1/7/2024 – 1/8/2024
Professor and Chair of Africana Studies Abul Pitre discussed concerns of political constraints on American history education in Florida following passage of a law that forbids teaching that U.S. political institutions were “created to maintain social, political, and economic inequities.” (This article was originally published 1/6/2024 by the Associated Press. It was republished by over 340 additional media outlets.)
1/9/2024
Owner of Beep’s Burger Samantha Yen Wong, an alumna, was mentioned in a review of the popular San Francisco restaurant.
1/9/2024
Alumna Serene Williams is advocating for an AP Women’s History course.
1/8/2024
Alumnus David Pendery wrote a letter to the editor about Taiwan’s 2024 election.
1/8/2024
Emeritus Professor and former Dean of Ethnic Studies Kenneth P. Monteiro commented in a story about the impact the Israel-Hamas war could have on University of California ethnic studies course requirements.
NBC Boston; Associated Press; CBS 42; ABC 4
1/6/2024 – 1/8/2024
Professor and Chair of Africana Studies Abul Pitre discussed concerns of political constraints on American history education in Florida following passage of a law that forbids teaching that U.S. political institutions were “created to maintain social, political, and economic inequities.” (This article was originally published 1/6/2024 by the Associated Press. It was republished by over 340 additional media outlets.)
1/8/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed San Francisco’s 2024 general election.
1/7/2024
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on BART Director Lateefah Simon’s candidacy for the open Congress seat left by Representative Barbara Lee.
1/7/2024
Alumna Shelana deSilva is the new deputy district superintendent for the California State Parks North Coast Redwoods District.
1/5/2023
Oakland police officer Tuan Le, an alumnus, was killed in the line of duty on Dec.29
1/4/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about unionization efforts at Tesla. (This article is in Norwegian.)
1/5/2024
Artist and educator Mokhtar Paki, an alumnus, was interviewed about his career and upcoming art exhibit.
WGBH-FM
1/4/2024
A recording of late Dean of Education Asa Grant Hilliard’s testimony in a landmark lawsuit that challenged racial biases in IQ tests was featured in a radio program about the history of IQ tests. (Clip unavailable.)
1/3/2024
Alumnus Roy De Forest was profiled in an article about Bay Area artists featured in a new exhibit at the George Adams Gallery in New York.
Long Beach Press-Telegram; The Orange County Register; San Gabriel Valley Tribune
1/4/2024
Alumna Tenny Minassian was interviewed about her new children’s book “Lucy Goes to the Gentle Barn.” (This article was published by 12 media outlets.)
1/4/2023
Oakland police officer Tuan Le, an alumnus, was killed in the line of duty last week.
1/3/2024
SF State’s minor in Disability Studies was mentioned in an article about University of California Los Angeles’ new Disability Studies major.
1/2/2024
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a story about California’s proposed plan to raise the minimum wage for fast food and health care workers. (This article was originally published 12/21/2023 by Cal Matters.)
Before It’s News; San Francisco Bay View
1/3/2024
Student Amiriana Sinegal discussed the challenges she’s faced seeking higher education as a Black student during a panel discussion at the Southeast Community Center in Bayview Hunters Point.
1/3/2023
Alumnus Peter Cochrane was interviewed about his upcoming art exhibition.
1/1/2024
Freelance writer and editor Kim Bancroft, an alumna, was interviewed about her participation in a Sonoma Petaluma Parks lecture series.
1/3/2024
SF State’s return of cultural items to four Indigenous tribes was mentioned in an article about the push to have all items from various CSU campuses returned to their appropriate tribes. (This article was originally published 12/26/2023 by Cal Matters. It was republished in over 20 additional media outlets.)
1/3/2024
SF State research on the negative impact of conversion therapy was cited in an article about a house bill in Alaska that, if passed, would prohibit the practice.
Santa Barbara Independent; The Current
12/18/2023 - 12/30/2023
The founding of the Black Studies program at SF State in 1968 was discussed in an article about the controversy surrounding the College Board’s AP African-American Studies course. (This article was originally published 12/18/2023 in UC Santa Barbara’s The Current.)
Al Jazeera; MSN Philippines; Inkl
1/2/2024
Professor of Broadcast Communication Arts Dina Ibrahim commented on cyber security and the concerns of spyware by mobile applications like X, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok in an article about the potential for U.S. lawmakers to limit access to TikTok. (This article was originally published by Al Jazeera. It was republished in 10 additional media outlets.)
KCBS-AM
12/28/2023
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the proposed layoff of delivery drivers at several Pizza Hut franchises in California due to the state’s plan to raise the minimum wage for fast food workers. (Clip not available.)
12/28/2023
An article about tech workers and unions by Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was published by the International Centre for Trade Union Rights.
KIRO-AM
12/26/2023
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute Instructor Andrew Fraknoi discussed the science behind the winter solstice. (Clip not available.)
12/22/2023
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a Danish magazine article about the unionization efforts of Tesla employees. (This article is in Danish.)
Cal Matters; KQED FM; California Public Radio
12/26/2023 – 12/27/2023
SF State’s return of cultural items to four Indigenous tribes was mentioned in an article about the push to have all items from various CSU campuses returned to their appropriate tribes. (This article was originally published by Cal Matters. It was republished in over 20 additional media outlets.)
Richmond Pulse; San Mateo Daily Journal; SF Gate
12/15/2023- 12/29/2023
Student Kathia Noriega was quoted in an article about a recent survey of young voters in the Bay Area.
1/1/2024
Late landscape artist and alumna Bonnie Ora Sherk was profiled in an article about an upcoming exhibition of her work.
12/30/2023
The work of late author and alumnus Ernest J. Gaines (B.A., ’57) was discussed. (This article was originally published by The Telegraph, which has a paywall.)
The Gateway Pundit; Pagegoo; The Millennial
12/25/2023
Late American jazz pianist and alumnus Vince Guaraldi’s work as the composer behind many of Charles M. Schulz’s “Peanuts” TV specials was discussed. (This article was originally published by The Gateway Pundit and was republished by seven additional media outlets.)
December
12/21/2023
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a story about California’s proposed plan to raise the minimum wage for fast food and health care workers.
12/20/2023
Bay Area television personality and alumnus Jack Hanson, who died Dec. 13, was remembered.
WYLL-AM; KKLA-FM; Crosswalk.com
12/6/2023 - 12/21/2023
Research by SF State on how shared heritage and lifestyle can solidify identity was mentioned in a list article about family bonding. (This article was originally published by Crosswalk.com. It was published by eight additional outlets.
Jazz in the Afternoon
12/20/2023
Alumna Karen Stachel’s career in music and a song from her album “A Whim and a Prayer” were discussed on a holiday-themed radio program. (Clip not available.)
Greenville News; Spartanburg Herald-Journal; Anderson Independent-Mail
12/18/2023 – 12/19/2023
Research by Assistant Professor of Political Science Amanda Roberti was referenced in an article about a proposed abortion ban in South Carolina.
12/18/2023
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the unionization efforts of Trader Joe’s employees.
Government Technology; San Francisco Chronicle
12/16/2023- 12/17/2023
Computer Science Professor Dragutin Petkovic, Professor of Philosophy Carlos Montemayor and students John Kongtcheu and Brandon Watanabe discussed artificial intelligence in higher education. (This article was originally published 12/16/2023 by The San Francisco Chronicle.)
12/16/2023
Assistant Professor of Sociology Jen Reck was quoted in an op-ed about LGBTQ safety in San Francisco’s Castro District.
12/18/2023
Chair and Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the unionization efforts of Trader Joe’s employees.
12/18/2023
Professor Emeritus of History Robert W. Cherny’s new book “Harry Bridges: Labor Radical, Labor Legend” was reviewed.
12/18/2023
Brewmaster and alumnus Dane Volek was interviewed about the efforts to keep Anchor Brewing Company open in San Francisco.
12/18/2023
Coach and outdoorsman Billy Gianquinto, an alumnus, died Dec. 14.
12/8/2023 – 12/17/2023
Palestinian activist and alumna Nabila Mango, who died Nov. 13, was remembered for her work in the Bay Area.
12/15/2023
Research on ranked choice voting by Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was cited in an op-ed about the voting option being a ballot question in Nevada.
12/15/2023
Future NFL Coach Dirk Koetter and Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid, both former football coaches at SF State, were mentioned in an article about former Kansas City Chiefs Coach Steve Spagnuolo.
12/14/2023
Cinema Professor Daniel Bernardi discussed his new documentary “Ultimate Sacrifices: Capt. Jennifer Moreno.”
12/14/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a news story about Starbucks’ decision to close multiple locations in an alleged effort to keep employees from unionizing. (Video time stamp: 1:09-1:40
12/14/2023
Professor Emeritus of Computer Science Gerald Eisman discussed having his license plates stolen in an article about vehicle break-ins in San Francisco. (This story was originally published by ABC News.)
12/13/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s 2024 re-election campaign in an article about the San Francisco Labor Council’s decision to not endorse her.
12/13/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the nationwide unionization efforts of Starbucks employees.
12/13/2023
An October interview with School of the Environment Professor Alexander Stine was cited in an article about the accuracy of the iPhone weather app.
Middle East Policy Council; Wylie Online Library
12/7/2023 - 12/12/2023
Professor of International Relations Mahmood Monshipouri and grad student Ramtin Zamiri co-wrote an essay on the Woman, Life, Freedom movement in Iran.
12/11/2023
Dean for the College of Health and Social Science and Professor of Sociology Andreana Clay was quoted in an article about hip-hop artist Nicki Minaj, who just turned 41, and aging women in the industry.
12/13/2023
Former faculty member Larry Clark’s 1977 film “Passing Through” was mentioned in an article about the addition of the 1990 film “Home Alone” to the Library of Congress National Film Registry.
12/13/2023
Alumnus Greg Tagert is the new field manager for the Tri-City ValleyCats, a professional independent baseball team based in Troy, New York.
CBS Bay Area; KRON 4; Yahoo! News
12/13/2023
Bay Area television personality Jack Hanson, an alumnus, died yesterday. (The Yahoo! News article was originally published by KRON 4.)
12/14/2023
The anniversary of the 1968 student strike at SF State was noted.
12/12/2023
SF State student participation in the pilot of Clipper BayPass, a new program through the Metropolitan Transportation Commission that allows people to more easily transfer between various modes of public transportation, was mentioned in an article about University of California San Francisco offering the program to its employees.
12/11/2023
SF State was listed as one of California’s safest colleges to attend.
12/11/2023
Professor and Chair of Biology Vance Vredenburg commented on a deadly fungus impacting amphibians in an article about California regulations on catching wild turtles and bullfrogs.
12/9/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung was listed as a contributor to a collection of essays titled “Redemptive Dreams: Engaging Kevin Starr's California.”
12/9/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung was quoted in an article about a recent Pew Research Center study that showed continued anti-Asian bias in the U.S.
The Mercury News; East Bay Times ; USA News Site
12/8/2023
Executive Director of SF State’s Project Rebound C. Jason Bell was quoted in an article about a local justice reform advocate and alleged gang member who was recently charged for his involvement in the death of two people.
12/8/2023
Lecturer for the School of Music Steve Horowitz discussed the growing popularity of music scores in video games in a story about a radio station that plays video game music. (This episode of All Things Considered aired on over 60 NPR affiliates.)
12/10/2023
Alumna Rebecca Rodriguez was interviewed about performing with her all-femme salsa band Agua Pura.
12/8/2023
SF State’s One Card/Gator Pass was mentioned in a news segment about the Clipper BayPass, a new pilot program through the Metropolitan Transportation Commission that allows people to more easily transfer between various modes of public transportation.
12/7/2023
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi discussed different places to appreciate local artists in the Bay Area.
12/7/2023
Marine research by late faculty member Jonathan Stern was referenced in an article about the unusual mating habits of porpoises in the San Francisco Bay.
12/6/2023
Lecturer of History Susan Englander, who is a member of the SF State chapter of the California Faculty Association, commented on one International Brotherhood of Teamsters member’s efforts to change the name of the union.
11/30/2023
Associate Professor for the School of the Environment Sara Baguskas discussed her research on how fog affects the growth of strawberries in a story about climate change and fog in the Bay Area.
11/6/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the San Francisco mayoral campaign of David Lurie.
12/6/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook commented on whether it’s ethical to eat octopus given that they are intelligent creatures.
11/30/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about unfair labor practices in the field of construction.
11/29/2023
Alumnus Stephen Torres was interviewed about his plan to run for the Castro District San Francisco Board of Supervisors seat opening next year.
November
Voice of America; Los Angeles Herald; Belgium Sun
11/30/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung discussed combating prejudices in an article about a recent Pew Research Center study that showed continued anti-Asian bias in the U.S. (This article was published in 81 additional news outlets.)
11/30/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about United Auto Workers efforts to unionize more auto plants.
11/30/2023
Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement Raquel Pinderhughes wrote the curriculum for Energy Warriors, an environmental literacy program run by Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Tompkins County.
11/30/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on how a local group is working to expand the Republican Party in San Francisco.
11/29/2023
Assistant Professor of Biology Robyn Crook commented on the ability of cephalopods to feel pain in an article questioning whether it’s OK to eat octopus since they are intelligent creatures. (This story is behind a paywall.)
11/29/2023
Late faculty member and U.S. Representative Tom Lantos was profiled in an op-ed.
Television Academy; Emmy Magazine
11/30/2023
Quechan filmmaker and SF State alumnus Daniel Golding discussed documenting indigenous culture and making season two of PBS’s “Native Americans.” (The Television Academy article was published on page 12 of Emmy Magazine.)
The Mercury News; East Bay Times; Planet Circulate
11/30/2023
Alumnus Jamaal Morgain was interviewed about how La Familia, a Bay Area-based community outreach nonprofit, supported him during the grieving process after he lost his brother. (The Mercury News and East Bay Times articles have paywalls.)
11/30/2023
Alumna Lizett Lopez was interviewed about how her mother inspired her new gordita shop in Fresno.
11/30/2023
In a letter to the editor, teacher and alumnus David Pendery discussed an essay he had his students write on what it means to be Taiwanese.
11/29/2023
Alumnus Tom O’Connell, who was killed in a Thanksgiving Day DUI crash, was remembered.
The San Francisco Standard; Eater SF; MSN
11/28/2023
Beloved Vietnamese restaurant Turtle Tower had several locations in San Francisco, including one at SF State, but shuttered the final restaurant this week.
11/28/2023
Political Science Professor Ronald Hayduk commented on municipal laws that allow non-citizens to vote in Washington, D.C. and Wisconsin.
11/27/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in multiple articles about unionization efforts by employees at Starbucks nationwide.
11/27/2023
Interim Director for Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability Emily Smith Beitiks discussed the need for disability studies programs in an article about the University of California Los Angeles’ new disability studies major. (This article was originally published in the Los Angeles Times.)
11/22/2023
American actor and singer Margaret Avery, an alumna, was profiled in an article about educators sharing her life story with their students.
11/27/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the history of Republicans in San Francisco.
11/27/2023
Interim Director for the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability Emily Smith Beitiks discussed the need for disability studies programs in an article about a new disability studies major at the University of California Los Angeles. (This article has a paywall.)
11/26/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the call for changes in San Francisco city leadership.
11/22/2023
Emily Smith Beitiks, interim director for the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability and organizer of the Institute’s annual Superfest Disability Film Festival, discussed the success of the 37th year of the festival.
11/22/2023
Student Kassandra Santillan was interviewed about how BART has helped her achieve her goal of attending SF State.
11/24/2023
Immigration advocate and journalist Jose Antonio Vargas, an alumnus, discussed his experience growing up as an undocumented immigrant in the U.S.
11/24/2023
Alumna Janine Michele James was interviewed about how her career as a psychic helped her and her wife plan their wedding. (The article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
11/24/2023
Performance artist and alumnus Patrick Combs was interviewed about the upcoming debut of his one-man play.
11/24/2023
American artist Ron Nagle, an alumnus, was interviewed about his exhibition “Cinema Sanctimony” (2022).
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices
11/23/2023
A segment of a September interview with alumnus Juan Mendoza, a Biochemistry Professor at the University of Chicago, discussing his efforts to improve diversity in STEM labs was featured in an evening news series. (Time stamp 21:21.)
11/23/2023
Late alumnus Agonafer Shiferaw, who was former owner of the Rasselas Jazz Club in San Francisco’s Fillmore District, was remembered for his contributions to the city’s Jazz community.
11/22/2023
SF State was listed as a participant in the Regional K-16 Education Collaboratives Grant Program, a program that strengthens education-to-career pathways.
11/19/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the Starbucks union campaigns. (This program is in Russian.)
11/22/2023
A 2020 SF State news article by Director of Communications for Foundation and Alumni Engagement Jamie Oppenheim and former Science Content Specialist Patrick Monahan was cited in an article about a weekly planet climate strike that’s been held at San Francisco City Hall since March 2019.
11/21/2023
Photos of student Callum Bisping sparing with his father UFC champion Michael Bisping were featured in an article about the family’s interest in the sport.
11/20/2023
Research by SF State’s Family Acceptance Project on parental acceptance of LGBTQ children’s mental health was cited in an article about comedian and actor Marlon Wayans support for his trans son Kai Wayans. (This article was originally published 11/16/2023 by CNN.)
11/21/2023
Professor Emeritus of Communication Studies Joseph S. Tuman commented on Governor Gavin Newsom’s response to the recent collapse of the 10 Freeway.
11/21/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about how Starbucks rewarded one of their patrons during recent strikes at multiple locations.
11/20/2023
Assistant Professor of Cinema Mihaela Mihailova commented on the use of artificial intelligence in the production of entertainment media.
The Jamestown Sun; Grand Forks Herald ; Daily Globe
11/19/2023
A photo of School of the Environment Associate Professor Jen Blecha was featured in an article about the Good Courage Farm, a Minnesota non-profit agrarian ministry Blecha runs with her spouse. (This article was published in 20 media outlets. It has a paywall.)
11/20/2023
Professor of Broadcast Communication Arts Dina Ibrahim discussed a journalistic perspective on analyzing the news about the current conflict in Gaza as part of an Israel-Palestine Media literacy article series.
11/21/2023
A photo of alumna Emily Otstott, taken while she was a grad student, was featured in an article about the best places in the Bay Area to hike and find wildlife.
11/20/2023
Late alumnus Scot Halpin’s career in music was discussed.
11/19/2023
Songwriter and musician Ty Segall, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about his upcoming solo show.
11/19/2023
The work and life of American composer Pauline Oliveros, an alumna, was profiled in a new documentary “Deep Listening: The Story of Pauline Oliveros.”
11/21/2023
The benefits of incarcerated youth participating in programs like SF State’s Project Rebound was mentioned in an article about a recent report from the Youth Law Center.
11/17/2023
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis Desjardin, who is chief mycologist for Sempera Organics, Inc. — a company that makes plant-based meat from mushrooms — discussed how the company is reducing its carbon footprint.
11/19/2023
Quechan filmmaker and SF State alumnus Daniel Golding was interviewed about his career documenting Indigenous culture.
11/17/2023
Alumnus Steven Lee, founder and CEO of Steven Lee Ventures, discussed a Chinatown walking tour held for attendees of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference last week in San Francisco.
11/17/2023
Alumna Maia Campbell was interviewed about her role in TheatreWorks Silicon Valley's production of "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee."
11/18/2023
The suspicious death in 1978 of alumnus Bob Houston was discussed in an article about other deaths related to the Peoples Temple Agricultural Project, now known as Jonestown.
11/17/2023
SF State was listed as one of the top colleges near Mill Valley.
11/17/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator’s co-curation of the Hip-Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit at the Grammy Museum was mentioned in an article about the 50th anniversary of hip-hop.
11/16/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the United Auto Workers strike..
11/15/2023
English Literature grad student Chloe Moody wrote an op-ed about celebrating the holiday season in Napa.
11/15/2023
SF State students were among the participants in the Gotham Film & Media Institute’s fifth annual student short film showcase.
11/16/2023
SF State students were mentioned in an article about Stonestown Galleria.
11/16/2023
Research by SF State’s Family Acceptance Project on the positive impact parental acceptance of LGBTQ children can have on the child’s long-term mental health was cited in an article about comedian and actor Marlon Wayans’ support for his trans son Kai Wayans. (This article was originally published by CNN.
11/15/2023
Lecturer of History Susan Englander, who is a member of the SF State chapter of the California Faculty Association, commented on an International Brotherhood of Teamsters member’s call to change the name of the union.
11/13/2023
Research by Associate Professor of Sociology Clare Sears was cited in an article about how the response to a recent drag show in Columbus, Ohio, reflected the history of anti-drag laws in the city.
11/12/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed how President Joe Biden’s presence at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference in San Francisco can improve U.S. foreign policy. (This article has a paywall.)
11/16/2023
International Relations grad student Dominic Piazza commented on the political value of President Biden meeting with Chinese Leader Xi Jinping during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) conference.
11/15/2023
Anthropology grad student Cecilia Mellieon was interviewed about a recent screening of her film “He told us the sky is blue.”
11/14/2023
Student Lauren Delgado wrote an op-ed about how humans can help bees survive.
11/15/2023
Alums Shawneé Gibbs and Shawnelle Gibbs, also known as the Gibbs sisters, were interviewed about their career writing and producing content for TV, film, comic books and graphic novels.
11/15/2023
Photographer Judy Dater, an alumna, was profiled in an article about her exhibition “The Gun Next Door,” which features photos of Bay Area gun owners.
11/14/2023
Alumnus Ryan Christopher Parks was interviewed about his band B. Hamilton.
11/16/2023
Research by SF State’s Family Acceptance Project on the positive impact parental acceptance of LGBTQ children can have on the child’s long-term mental health was cited in an article about comedian and actor Marlon Wayans’ support for his trans son Kai Wayans. (This article was originally published by CNN.)
11/14/2023
SF State’s General Union of Palestine Students participated in a rally in San Francisco in support of a ceasefire in Gaza.
11/14/2023
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa is described as a “celebrity candidate” for the Republican party when he ran for U.S. Senate in the 1970s.
KRON 4; Contra Costa News
11/13/2023 – 11/14/2023
Alumna Mojdeh Mehdizadeh was named chancellor for the Contra Costa Community College district. (KRON 4 clip not available.)
11/13/2023
Metaphysician Linda Salvin, an alumna, discussed how she integrated her education and traumatic life experiences into helping others. (Time stamp: Part 9- 12:10:18 – Part 10-12:57:30. This program aired on six radio stations.)
11/13/2023
Performance artist and alumnus Patrick Combs was interviewed about the upcoming debut of his one-man play.
11/12/2023
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an op-ed about why high schools should include architecture as a subject of study.
11/11/2023
Former President S.I. Hayakawa is described as a “celebrity candidate” for the Republican party when he ran for U.S. Senate in the 1970s.
11/10/2023
Kirkpatrick Foundation Executive Director Louisa McCune, an alumna, was interviewed about her work for animal welfare.
11/9/2023
A Q&A with alumnus Jerry Takigawa, a photographer, is featured.
San Francisco Standard; TruthOut
11/9/2023
SF State’s League of Filipino Students will host a summit on campus to counter the Asia-Pacific Economic Corp. (APEC) conference in San Francisco.
11/8/2023
A listicle provides 10 reasons to attend SF State.
Danville San Ramon
11/8/2023
A program at SF State making it easier to train high school computer science teachers was mentioned in an article about the state’s computer science teacher shortage. (This article originally appeared in CalMatters and has been published in multiple media outlets.)
11/8/2023
Former President S.I. Hayakawa is described as a “celebrity candidate” for the Republican party when he ran for U.S. Senate in the 1970s.
11/8/2023
Dave Rude, guitarist for heavy metal band Tesla, attended SF State.
11/8/2023
Alumna Stephanie Geckler, supervising animal control officer of the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office and founder of the Humane Emergency Animal Rescue Team, is featured. (This article also appeared on YubaNet.)
11/8/2023
Asian American Studies Professor Jonathan Lee discusses the possible closure of the Rainbow Community Center, where he serves as interim director.
11/7/2023
Alumnae Dorene Basuino and Kari Trainor played Gators volleyball after winning a Northern California championship together at Terra Nova High School in 1983.
November 2023
Special Education Professor Emeritus Stanley Goldberg wrote an article on dementia intervention.
11/8/2023
SF State student Corey McNeil is part of a unique college-in-prison program through which he was guaranteed admission into the CSU.
11/6/2023
Political Science Professor Ronald Hayduk comments on voting rights for New York City residents who are not U.S. citizens.
11/6/2023
Alumnus Steve Adami helped research and develop a pilot proposal for the San Francisco Chronicle’s SFNext project.
11/6/2023
Marc Dollinger, the Richard and Rhoda Goldman Chair in Jewish Studies and Social Responsibility, comments on antisemitic imagery on a public mural in San Francisco.
11/6/2023
Psychology Professor Ryan Howell comments on the positive mental health impacts of paying off debt. (This article was originally published on BankRate.com.)
11/6/2023
Alumna Stephanie Geckler, supervising animal control officer of the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office and founder of the Humane Emergency Animal Rescue Team, is featured.
11/6/2023
Performance art by alum Sigi Torinus is included in an exhibition on the U.S. Virgin Islands.
“Supertalk Mississippi” (WFMN-FM, KTSA-AM)
11/6/2023
Biology Professor Emeritus James Steele is interviewed about climate change. (Clip not available.)
11/6/2023
Alumnus McArdle Hankin is the co-founder of Back Pocket Media, a storytelling company.
11/3/2023
Asian American Studies Professor Isabelle Thuy Pelaud talks about her friend and Diasporic Vietnamese Artists Network co-founder, the author Viet Thanh Nguyen.
11/6/2023
A Q&A with alumnus Chris Larsen, technology and cryptocurrency entrepreneur, explores his work, philanthropy and civic engagement.
11/6/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel participated in a panel discussion on government reform in San Francisco.
11/6/2023
Assistant Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Rama Ali Kased discussed the Nakba of 1948.
11/5/2023
Alumna Carrie James, an entrepreneur and activist, is married to “NCIS” actor Sean Murray.
11/5/2023
A Q&A with alumnus Boots Riley, a musician and filmmaker, notes that his father, Walter Riley, attended SF State.
11/5/2023
Alumnus Fernando Pujals, of Urban Places Consulting Group, is featured.
11/3/2023
Philosophy Lecturer Kristian Kemtrup commented on the Shadow Work Journal approach to psychoanalysis.
11/3/2023
A profile of artist Ruth Asawa discusses her “Garden of Remembrance” project on the SF State campus.
KQED-FM
11/3/2023
Assistant Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Rama Ali Kased commented on demonstrations in San Francisco following the Hamas terrorist attack. (Clip not available.)
11/3/2023
Alumna Karen Michel, an audio anthropologist, is featured.
“Civil Rights with Host Pamela Clark” (iHeart Radio); News Break
11/2/2023
San Francisco is named among the “smartest cities” in the U.S. due in part to the region being “home to renowned universities, including Stanford, UC Berkeley and San Francisco State.”
11/2/2023
Alumna Holly Bowling, a pianist, performed in Amherst, Massachusetts.
KPLA-FM
11/2/2023
Research by SF State faculty about the benefits of closing one’s eyes for 30 seconds is mentioned in a segment of the “John Tesh: Intelligence for Your Life” radio program. (Clip not available.)
10/31/2023
Empire, a San Francisco-based record label, distribution and publishing company, was founded by an alumnus named Ghazi.
11/3/2023
Labor Studies Lecturer Bill Sokol discussed concerns about the deficit in California’s unemployment insurance fund. (This article was originally published 10/31/2023 by Cal Matters.)
The Root Cause Medicine Podcast
10/30/2023
Professor of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Erik Peper discussed the physiological impact that technology has on the human body.
11/3/2023
Alumnus and entrepreneur Chris Larsen was interviewed about his career as a philanthropist. (This article has a paywall.)
11/3/2023
SF State’s Garden of Remembrance was mentioned in an article about the public artwork of Ruth Asawa.
10/30/2023
Alumnus Casey Ungar, who is transportation supervisor for Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) in Daly City, discussed why he chose a career in transportation.
11/1/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the slight increase in registered Republicans in San Francisco and whether that means the electorate is becoming more conservative.
11/1/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed why Halloween is such a popular holiday in the LGBTQ+ community.
10/31/2023
A program at SF State making it easier to train high school computer science teachers was mentioned in an article about the state’s computer science teacher shortage.
October
10/31/2023
Labor Studies Lecturer Bill Sokol discussed concerns about the deficit in California’s unemployment insurance fund.
10/30/2023
Lecturer of Latina/Latino Studies and Art John Ulloa discussed the history of lowrider culture in California in an article about the state’s decision to lift a decades-old cruising ban.
10/30/2023
Professor of Management Ronald Purser discussed the corporatization of the mindfulness movement.
10/30/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed San Francisco’s 2024 Consolidated General Election.
10/30/2023
Research into animal dreams by Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was referenced. (This article was originally published 8/30/2023 in Knowable Magazine.)
The Almanac; Cal Matters; San Gabriel Valley Tribune
10/30/2023 -10/31/2023
Assistant Chair of the Computer Science Department Hao Yue commented on the lack of skilled computer science instructors in California public schools. (This article was originally published by Cal Matters. It was republished in over 35 news outlets.)
10/30/2023
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned in an op-ed about celebrity GOP candidates.
Reuters; 97.9 WEVE; Yahoo! Finance
10/29/2023 – 10/30/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the United Auto Workers strike settlement. (This article was originally published by Reuters. It was republished in over 80 media outlets.)
10/27/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed the improving of research standards for cephalopods. (This article was originally published by Salon. The Inkl link has a paywall.)
10/26/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed the importance of carnivalesque holidays in the LGBTQ+ community.
10/26/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about an audit of working conditions at multiple Apple Store locations.
10/26/2023
Novelist Ayelet Gundar-Goshen, who was a visiting faculty member in 2018, discussed her work in an article highlighting Israeli writers.
10/26/2023 – 10/27/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed a new federal labor rule that will take effect at the year’s end. (This article was originally published by CBS.)
10/27/2023
Alumna Nely Meza-Andrade, executive director/CEO of Casa Treatment Center, is a new board member for the nonprofit Leadership Pasadena.
10/25/2023
A 2018 SF State study linking posture to mental health was mentioned in an article about how slouching can affect productivity and mental health. (This article was originally published by Desert News.)
10/26/2023
Professor of Recreation, Parks & Tourism Erik Peper was quoted in an article about the benefits of leg movement on heart health.
10/26/2023
A 2016 interview with alumnus and journalist Ben Fong-Torres was republished.
10/25/2023
School of the Environment Professor Alexander Stine commented on Apple’s weather app and why it’s often inaccurate.
10/25/2023
School of Public Affairs & Civic Engagement Professor Jasper Rubin commented on a plan to build a new city in eastern Solano County that’s being supported by Silicon Valley investors.
10/25/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the United Auto Workers strike. (This interview is in Russian.)
10/24/2023
A 2018 SF State study linking posture to mental health was mentioned in an article about how slouching can affect productivity and mental health.
10/25/2023
Alumna Illana Madrigal, a former commissioner on the Sonoma County Human Rights Commission, was profiled.
10/24/2023
Alumnus Matt Ross was one of five athletes and coaches inducted into Santa Ynez High School’s Wall of Honor.
10/23/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the varying views of San Francisco.
10/21/2023
A vote of the best college town bar by SF State students was mentioned in a list article.
10/24/2023
Alumna Louisa McCune will receive the Paseo Arts Lifetime Achievement Award.
10/23/2023
The creation of the waterbed by an SF State student was mentioned in an article about the launch of a multimillion dollar campaign aimed at improving San Francisco’s image. (This article was originally published 10/19/2023 by the Associated Press. It was republished in over 100 additional media outlets.)
10/21/2023
Professors of Recreation, Parks, and Tourism Erik Peper and Richard Harvey co-authored an article about online health resources.
Society of Women Engineers Magazine
10/20/2023
Assistant Professor of Engineering Stephanie Claussen discussed integrating ethics into core courses for engineer students.
10/19/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about credit reform for farmers. (This article was originally published 10/13/2023 by The Progressive Magazine.)
10/20/2023
Student Corey McNeil discussed the stigma of incarcerated students working towards degrees in higher education in an article about a new partnership between the CSU and Mount Tamalpais College, a private two-year college based at San Quentin.
10/19/2023
The creation of the waterbed by an SF State student was mentioned in an article about the launch of a multimillion dollar campaign aimed at improving San Francisco’s image. (This article was originally published by the Associated Press. It was republished in over 80 additional media outlets.)
Chico Enterprise-Record; Oroville Mercury-Register
10/20/2023
A fern gifted to Chico State by SF State’s greenhouse was mentioned in an article about Chico’s botanical and research facility.
10/19/2023
A hybrid course started in 2006 at SF State by Professor of Instructional Design and Technology Brian Beatty was discussed in an article about the continuation of hybrid learning.
10/18/2023
Asian American Studies Professor Russell Jeung co-conducted research on the need for Asian American studies curricula for grades K-12.
10/18/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about credit reform for farmers.
10/17/2023
Latina/Latino Studies and Art Lecturer John Ulloa discussed lowrider culture after cruising bans were lifted in the state of California. (This article was originally published in The New York Times.)
10/17/2023
Research on the impact of divorce on children by Professor Emeritus of Psychology Julia Lewis was referenced in an op-ed about how online dating culture is changing the ideas of marriage. (This article has a paywall.)
10/16/2023
Professor Emeritus of Theatre and Dance Joel Schechter wrote an article about a political theatre performance in which an actor portrayed a bank CEO being arrested for climate crimes.
10/17/2023
Alumnus Jeffrey Paradise, a founding member of Poolside, the former DJ/production duo, discussed music and his career.
Associated Press; ABC News; Yahoo!
10/19/2023
The creation of the waterbed by an SF State student was mentioned in an article about the launch of a multimillion dollar campaign aimed at improving San Francisco’s image. (This article was originally published by the Associated Press. It was republished in 79 additional media outlets.)
Portland Press Herald; West Hawaii Today
10/17/2023
SF State Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about credit reform for farmers.
10/17/2023
SF State Latina/Latino Studies and Art Lecturer John Ulloa discussed lowrider culture after cruising bans were lifted in the state of California.
10/16/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the importance of endorsements for candidates in the 2024 Democratic County Central Committee race.
MSN Money; The Progressive Magazine
10/13/2023 – 10/16/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an article about the need to improve loan services for farmers. (This article was originally published 10/13/2023 in The Progressive Magazine.)
10/16/2023
Writer and alumna Karla Brundage read her poem “In Memory of…also for Zora and Lorraine” as part of a series spotlighting Bay Area poets.
10/15/2023
Alumnus Juan Gonzales was interviewed about co-founding El Tecolote, the San Francisco-based bilingual newspaper, more than 50 years ago.
10/13/2023
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln co-wrote an article about the need to improve health care communications surrounding COVID-19.
Global Grind; 93.1 FM; 105.3 RnB
10/12/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator is the co-curator of the Hip Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit at the Grammy Museum.
CNN; KTVZ-TV; The Mercury News
10/12/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the lack of a union at Tesla and the United Auto Workers strike. (This article was originally published by CNN. It was featured in 28 additional media outlets.)
10/11/2023
An op-ed by Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan was discussed in a letter to the editor.
10/11/2023
Professor of Biology Leticia Márquez-Magaña discussed how nature can help improve mental health.
10/5/2023
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan wrote an op-ed about Golda Meir, Israel’s prime minister from 1969 to 1974.
10/11/2023
A natural history course at SF State influenced seventh grade student Naomi D’Alessio to become an advocate for bats in California.
10/11/2023
Alumna Ninfa Iglesias discussed co-founding Mariachi Femenil Orgullo Mexicano, an all-female mariachi band, with fellow alumna Lilia Chavez in a news segment about National Hispanic Heritage Month. (Time stamp: 4:19)
10/11/2023
Alumnus Justin Torres was profiled in an article about his latest book, “Blackouts,” which is a finalist for the National Book Award.
10/13/2023
A 1960s reading at SF State by then-controversial beat poet Lenore Kandel was mentioned in an article about her work.
10/12/2023
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front, the 1968 student strike and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies were discussed in a podcast about the history of advocacy for Asian American studies.
10/12/2023
A contingent from California’s Office of Emergency Services stopped at SF State this week as part of its Great ShakeOut tour to provide preparedness information about earthquakes.
10/11/2023
Psychology Professor David Matsumoto wrote an essay about the behavioral indicators of deception.
10/11/23
Alumnus Justin Torres’ latest book “Blackouts” is a finalist for the National Book Award.
10/11/2023
Alumnus Steven Marais has been named vice president of rooms at Noble House Hotels and Resorts.
10/10/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the United Auto Workers strike.
10/9/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator co-curated the Hip Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit at the Grammy Museum.
10/8/2023
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an editorial about the practice of legacy admissions in higher ed.
10/9/2023
Photographer and alumnus Jeff Heyman was interviewed about his work currently on exhibit at the De Young Museum in San Francisco.
10/6/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator co-curated the Hip Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit at the Grammy Museum. (This article was originally published by Variety. It was featured in eight additional media outlets.)
10/6/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed the value of research on octopi neurology in an article about potential improvements of research standards for cephalopods.
10/7/2023
Artist and alumna Eileen David was profiled.
10/5/2023
A 2022 episode of the television show “Mosaic” featuring an interview with alumnus and retired Novato Police Captain Reginald Lyles recently aired on KPIX-TV.
10/2/2023
The art exhibit “See You Space Cowboy … From Hokusai to Hiphop,” that was organized by Professor of Anthropology Dawn-Elissa Fischer, School of Art Lecturer Kevin B. Chen and Fine Arts Gallery Director Sharon Bliss, was reviewed.
10/6/2023
Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Jamillah Moore is listed as one of the San Francisco Business Time’s 2023 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business. (This article has a paywall.)
Entertainment News ; East Bay Times; The Press Democrat
10/6/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the current strike by Kaiser Permanente workers.
10/5/2023
A composite image of a merging galaxy cluster by Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Andisheh Mahdavi was featured in an article about research into gravitational forces in the universe.(This article was originally published 10/4/2023 in The Conversation.)
10/5/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about anti-union law firms.
10/4/2023
Professor and Chair of Geography and Environment Andrew Oliphant discussed how weather and temperature impact various neighborhoods in San Francisco.
10/4/2023
A composite image of a merging galaxy cluster by Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Andisheh Mahdavi was featured in an article about research into gravitational forces in the universe.
10/2/2023
SF State student participants in the Clipper BayPass pilot program were mentioned in an article about the potential expansion of the program to employers in Marin County
10/3/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on a recent study that found same-sex relationships are common in animals. (This story was published in several publications under the USA Today Network.)
10/3/2023
Labor and Employment Studies Lecturer Bill Sokol commented on recent waves of work stoppages by heath care and auto workers.
10/3/2023
Alumna Pauline Oliveros was an electronic music pioneer and introduced the concept of “Deep Listening,” a new way of experiencing music.
10/3/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed the potential of President of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors Aaron Peskin running against Mayor London Breed in the November 2024 election.
10/3/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the United Auto Workers strike. (Time stamp: 40:28.This newscast is in Russian with Logan speaking English.)
10/2/2023
Co-founder of CodaPet (an at-home pet euthanasia service) and veterinarian Bethany Hsia, an alumna, discussed how to improve longevity in dogs.
10/2/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on California’s decision to rescind its ban on state-funded travel to states with anti-LGBTQ laws.
9/29/2023
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips was quoted in a review of the movie “Oppenheimer.”
9/25/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein wrote an editorial on faculty tenure.
10/1/2023
Filmmaker Justin Schuck, who is currently pursuing an MFA at SF State, discussed the San Francisco Police Department’s alleged reaction when he tracked $24,000 in stolen camera equipment to a location in the city. (This article was originally published in The Western Journal.)
CBS News; FOX 59 Morning News
10/2/2023- 9/29/2023
Alumna Ninfa Iglesias discussed co-founding Mariachi Femenil Orgullo Mexicano, an all-female mariachi band, with fellow alumna Lilia Chavez in multiple news segment about National Hispanic Heritage Month. (Clips not available.)
9/30/2023
Journalist Lori Teresa Yearwood, an alumna, lost her battle with ovarian cancer on Sept. 17.
9/29/2023
President and CEO of the Bay Area Council Jim Wunderman, an alumnus, shared his memories of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, who passed away last Thursday.
September
9/29/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed who will fill the vacant seat of U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, who passed away yesterday.
Martinsville Bulletin; Arizona Daily Sun; Missoulian
9/28/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the United Auto Workers strike. (This article was originally published 9/27/2023 by Bloomberg. It’s been republished in 49 media outlets.)
9/27/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was cited in an episode of a podcast featuring labor journalist Steven Greenhouse.
Entertainment Weekly; MSN; Yahoo
9/29/2023
Alumna and actress Annette Bening discussed playing recently deceased U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein in the film “The Report.” (This article was originally published in Entertainment Weekly.)
9/29/2023
Alumna Andrea Flinn was interviewed about earning a Fulbright-Hays fellowship through Iowa State University, where she is now a doctoral student.
9/29/2023
SF State’s nursing program was ranked the sixth best in the state. (This article has a paywall.)
BNN Bloomberg; Boston Globe; Law 360
9/26/2023- 9/27/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in multiple articles about the United Auto Workers strike. (The Boston Globe article has a paywall.)
9/27/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator was listed as an editor for Made by History, a new history platform that is part of Time.
9/26/2023
Professor and Chair of Geography and Environment Andrew Oliphant discussed his research on the environmental impact of Burning Man on the Black Rock Desert in Nevada. (This article was originally published 8/10/2023 by 48 Hills.)
9/25/2023
A 2019 photo of historical Chinese documents being examined at SF State was featured in an article about a Senate resolution to encourage universities to offer Chinese language programs in partnership with Taiwan rather than China.
The Chronicle; Northern Woodlands
9/25/2023 – 9/28/2023
Research on mushrooms by Professor Emeritus Dennis Desjardin was referenced in an article about bioluminescent mushrooms.
9/25/2023
Alumnus Michael Rafferty wrote an op-ed about his experiences as a student at SF State.
The John Philips Show
9/25/2023
A podcast segment discussed media coverage of filmmaker Justin Schuck, who is pursuing an MFA at SF State, and his criticism of the San Francisco Police Department after he tracked $24,000 in stolen camera equipment to a location in the city. (Clip not available.)
Bozeman Daily Chronicle; The Edge Malaysia; Yahoo! Finance; Bloomberg; Arca Max
9/27/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the United Auto Workers strike.
9/26/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Daniel Lurie’s San Francisco mayoral campaign.
9/26/2023
Dean of the College of Ethnic Studies Grace Yoo commented on what she likes best about the Korean harvest moon festival in San Francisco.
9/26/2023
Mycologist and SF State Professor Emeritus Dennis Desjardin commented on why some mushrooms glow.
9/24/2023
Research by Professor Emeritus Dennis Desjardin was referenced in an article about bioluminescent mushrooms.
9/24/2023
Assistant Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was quoted in an article about potential improvements in research standards for cephalopods.
KGO-TV
9/22/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the impact of the United Auto Workers strike on the “Getting Answers” news segment. (Clip not available.)
9/23/2023
Filmmaker Justin Schuck, who is currently pursuing an MFA at SF State, discussed the San Francisco Police Department’s alleged response when he reported that he’d tracked $24,000 in stolen camera equipment to a location in the city.
9/22/2023
A 2010 study by researchers at SF State on monogamy in same-sex relationships was referenced in an article. (This article was originally published by Metro Weekly.)
KRON-TV
9/21/2023
Alumna Ninfa Iglesias discussed co-founding Mariachi Femenil Orgullo Mexicano, an all-female mariachi band, with fellow alumna Lilia Chavez in a news segment about National Hispanic Heritage Month. (Clip not available.)
9/18/2023
Educator and alumna Judy Juanita was interviewed about her new book “The High Price of Freeways.”
9/19/2023
Professor of History Charles Postel discussed the increase in neo-Nazi and other white supremacy groups in the U.S.
9/21/2023
San Francisco 49ers play-by-play announcer Jesús Zárate, an alumnus, was interviewed.
9/20/2023
SF State was mentioned in a story about the CSU’s 6% tuition increase. (This article was originally published in Axios.)
9/20/2023
Nursing Lecturer Tora Spigner commented on the biggest health risk for uncircumcised children.
9/20/2023
SF State was mentioned in a story about Cal State University’s 6% tuition increase.
9/20/2023
A photo of SF State was included in a story about CSU schools that are harder to get into than UCs.
9/19/2023
SF State and other universities were mentioned in an article about colleges whose rankings improved in the U.S. News & World Report annual college rankings after it changed its methodology to favor social mobility indicators.
9/20/2023
Alumna Sarabeth Maney was named a fellow in the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Visual Fellowship Program at ProPublica.
9/18/2023
Founder and former chair of SF State’s Africana Studies program Nathan Hare was quoted in an article about the longstanding efforts to preserve Black Studies programs in higher education.
9/18/2023
Vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa, an alumna, was mentioned in an article about a new jazz album.
9/18/2023
SF State’s fall 2022 admission rates were featured in an article about applications to the California State University.
Fatti Nostri; Italia Report USA; AISE; La Voce di New York
9/11/2023 – 9/13/2023
The third season of “Crave,” a radio show about Italian culture presented by Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts majors, recently premiered in four Italian media outlets.
9/18/2023 – 9/19/2023
SF State moved up 56 points on the U.S. News & World Report 2024 Best College rankings.
9/18/2023
The University’s social work masters program was listed as an affordable social work program.
9/17/2023
Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed multiple labor union strikes in the U.S.
CBC News Network; MSN Canada; Sky News
9/16/2023
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed how Iranian artists are using their work as a means of protest against oppression of human rights. (This topic was discussed in 10 media outlets.)
9/15/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales co-hosted a promotional event for “Larry: The Musical,” based on the life of Filipino American farmworker union leader Larry Itliong.
9/17/2023
Student Lucía González Ippolito, a San Francisco-based muralist, discussed the negative impact artificial intelligence may have on artists and their work.
9/15/2023
Filmmaker Justin Schuck, an alumnus currently pursuing an MFA at SF State, discussed his experience after $24,000 in camera equipment was stolen from his rental vehicle in Oakland.
Forbes; The Mercury News; USA News Site
9/15/2023 – 9/17/2023
Vocalist Gabrielle Cavassa, an alumna, was mentioned in an article about a new jazz album. (The Mercury News article has a paywall. This topic was discussed in six media outlets.)
9/15/2023
A resignation notice from alumnus Donald Thompson, CEO of the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank, was discussed.
9/18/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about the University of California College of Law’s downtown student housing facility, Academic Village.
9/15/2023
A 2010 study by researchers at SF State on monogamy in same-sex relationships was referenced in an article.
9/14/2023
Alumna Molly Blair Salyer is a new Audio Academy Fellow for KALW Public Media.
9/15/2023
1960s student activism at SF State was mentioned in an essay about changing Asian stereotypes in Hollywood.
Smithsonian Magazine; Samachar Central
9/13/2023
Research into animal dreams by Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was referenced. (This article was originally published 8/31/2023 by Knowable Magazine.)
The Mercury News; East Bay Times
9/12/2023
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk was quoted in an op-ed about noncitizen voting rights.
9/10/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein was quoted in an op-ed about how the LGBTQ+ community can best respond to discrimination and hate crimes. (This article was originally published 9/4/2023 in The Los Angeles Times.)
9/8/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator co-curated the Hip Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit at the Grammy Museum.
Richmond Pulse; SF Gate; Local News Matters
8/30/2023- 9/10/2023
Alumna Alex Lalama discussed low registration rates for young voters in the Bay Area.
Chicago Tonight: Latino Voices
9/9/2023
University of Chicago Professor Juan Mendoza, an alumnus, was interviewed about his efforts to increase student diversity in science.
9/5/2023
Alumna Cauleen Smith’s 1998 independent film “Drylongso” was featured at this year’s San Francisco Cinematheque Crossroads film festival.
9/8/2023
The Estuary & Ocean Science Center (EOS) was discussed in an article about the Sausalito Community Boating Center’s second annual Oyster Festival.
Pop Culturely; The Music Universe; Houston Style Magazine
9/7/2023 – 9/8/2023
Assistant Professor of History Felicia Angeja Viator co-curated the Hip Hop America: The Mixtape Exhibit at the Grammy Museum.
9/7/2023
Alumnus and activist Paul Yamazaki will receive the National Book Foundation’s Lifetime Achievement award.
Fox News Channel; Associated Press; Yahoo! News
9/7/2023 – 9/8/2023
A 2022 photo of San Francisco Senator Scott Weiner taken during an on-campus news conference was featured in an article about legislation that will increase low-income housing projects in California. (This article was originally published 9/7/2023 by the Associated Press. It was featured in 17 media outlets.)
9/6/2023
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was quoted in an article about research on animal consciousness.
9/6/2023
Alumna Jayshree Ullal, the president and CEO of Arista Networks, was profiled in an article about Indian CEOs of top companies worldwide.
Los Angeles Times; West Observer; AOL Japan
9/6/2023
Alumnus and activist Paul Yamazaki was profiled in an article about his work at City Lights bookstore in San Francisco. (This article was originally published by the Los Angeles Times. It was featured in three additional media outlets.)
9/6/2023
Alums Rachel Franke and Matt Hemmerich, members of the music duo Phosphene, were interviewed about their new album.
9/7/2023
Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi’s speech during the 2023 opening Convocation at SF State was discussed in an article about her proposed plans to run again.
9/4/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein was quoted in an op-ed about how the LGBTQ+ community can best respond to discrimination and hate crimes.
9/4/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan wrote an op-ed about Labor Day and the American union movement.
Ohio Capital Journal; Georgia Recorder; KTBS-TV
9/2/2023 – 9/4/2023
Assistant Professor of Political Science Amanda Roberti discussed the issues with civil rights language being used by anti-abortion activists in their campaigns. (This article was published in 36 media outlets.)
Yerepouni Daily News; BBC News
9/3/2023 – 9/4/2023
Research into animal dreams by Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was referenced. (This article was originally published 8/31/2023 by Knowable Magazine.)
KPBS-TV
9/3/2023
An episode of the show “A Growing Passion” featuring the Great Sunflower Project, a citizen science initiative run by Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn, recently aired on PBS. (Clip not available. See Beneficial Insects episode #403.)
Kansas Reflector; Alaska Beacon; Arizona Mirror
8/31/2023
Assistant Professor of Political Science Amanda Roberti discussed the issues with civil rights language being used by anti-abortion activists in their campaigns. (This article was published in 12 media outlets.)
Knowable Magazine; Sleep Review Magazine
8/30/2023
Research into animal dreams by Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was referenced.
8/31/2023
A 2011 “PBS NewsHour” segment about the economic challenges of higher education that featured SF State President Emeritus Robert Corrigan, late Ethnic Studies faculty member Phil Klasky (an alumnus) and students Monica Popescu and Tiffany Tong was republished.
The Mercury News; SiliconValley.com; Planet Circulate
8/31/2023
Isleton Chamber of Commerce President Jean Yokotob, an alumna, discussed how she came to love the city. (This article was published in 10 media outlets.)
8/31/2023
Film Programmer Ryan McCandless, an alumnus, was interviewed about his contributions to a Martin Scorsese film festival.
8/30/2023
Alumnus Sebastian Miño-Bucheli will work with Coastside News Group Inc. as part of an inaugural California Local News Fellowship program.
8/30/2023
Musical artist Tim Lorsch, an alumnus, shared the personal story behind his upcoming presentation of “The Suitcase: One Family’s Story of Survival.”
8/29/2023
Educator and filmmaker Cauleen Smith, an alumna, was profiled in an article about the success of her 1998 independent film “Drylongso.”
August
9/26/2023
A protest dubbed the Pandhandle Freeway Rebellion led by then-SF State Professor Art Bierman stopped a freeway project from cutting through San Francisco’s Pandhandle.
8/30/2023
Alumnus Sebastian Miño-Bucheli was named a fellow for the California Local News Fellowship program and will write about agriculture for the Half Moon Bay Review.
8/29/2023
Educator and filmmaker Cauleen Smith, an alumna, was interviewed about the success of her 1998 independent film “Drylongso.”
8/28/2023
Late author and alumnus Ernest J. Gaines (B.A., ’57) was remembered.
California.com; California.com
8/25/2023
SF State was profiled in two recent articles.
8/26/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a story about Starbucks’ union-busting efforts.
8/26/2023
Late faculty member and alumnus Joseph L. White was profiled in an article about pioneers of Black mental health care.
8/25/2023
Writer JC Lacek, an alumnus, was interviewed about how he is navigating through the SAG-AFTRA strike.
8/25/2023
Artist Natalie Schrik, an alumna, was profiled in an article about her upcoming
photo exhibit.
8/24/2023
Journalist and alumnus Edgar Sanchez wrote an editorial about the impact El Tecolote had on his education and career.
The Mercury News; East Bay Times; Today’s Chronic
8/26/2023
The 1960s efforts of the Black Student Union at SF State that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies was discussed in an article about Bay Area high schools that have adopted ethnic studies curricula ahead of the 2025 state requirement. (This article was originally published by The Mercury News, and The Mercury News and East Bay Times articles have paywalls. This article was featured in eight media outlets. )
8/25/2023
1960s activism by SF State students that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies and a Black Studies program was discussed in an article about an AP African American Studies class that was approved earlier this year by the College Board.
New Books in Intellectual History
8/24/2023
Professor of Political Science Katherine A. Gordy discussed co-editing a recent edition of “Globalizing Political Theory.”
8/21/2023
Student Jacob Spangler, president of the College Republicans student organization, discussed his support for former President Donald Trump in an article about Bay Area watch parties for yesterday’s GOP debate.
8/23/2023
Alumnus Richard M Jaffe received the Kanazawa University International Award for his work on the Buddhist philosophy of Daisetz T (DT) Suzuki.
8/22/2023
Alumna and founder of Women4Nonviolence in Peace+Conflict Zones Betsy Kawamura was interviewed.
The Outdoor Wire; The Sacramento Bee
8/23/2023 – 8/24/2023
SF State’s Estuary & Ocean Science Center supported the California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s release of approximately 23 million fall-run Chinook salmon. (The Sacramento Bee article has a paywall.)
8/21/2023
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi wrote an op-ed about the controversy over a non-Jewish actor wearing a prosthetic nose to portray legendary Jewish conductor Leonard Bernstein in the biographical drama “Maestro.”
8/17/2023
Professor of Instructional Design and Technology Brian Beatty commented on the benefits of HyFlex teaching and learning at SF State.
8/21/2023
Alumna Melissa McDonough commented on participating in President Biden’s SAVE (Saving on a Valuable Education) plan to reduce her student loan payments.
8/21/2023
Alumna Madison Macay was hired as a news anchor for a Fox affiliate in Reno.
8/16/2023
Graphic designer LeRoid David, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about the use of his logo designs for local companies like the Giants, Warriors and Kings.
8/21/2023
The cost of attendance at SF State was mentioned in an article about the cost of living in San Francisco.
KTVU
8/21/2023
SF State’s first day of instruction for the new semester and the College of Science & Engineering’s launch of the School of the Environment were both mentioned in a morning news segment. (Clip not available.)
Marin Independent Journal; The Mercury News; Todays Chronic
8/17/2023
Adjunct Professor of Biology Andy Chang discussed research being conducted on an invasive species of sea anemone in Tomales Bay. (This article was originally published by The Marin Independent Journal. It was featured in seven additional media outlets.)
8/17/2023
Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto co-authored a study on the influence of emotions on behavior.
WYNT-TV; Twin Cities Business Radio; The Porterville Recorder;
8/16/2023 – 8/17/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the Teamsters’ support of a nationwide Amazon delivery driver strike. (This article was originally published by the Associated Press. It was featured by 24 additional media outlets.)
8/10/2023
Professor of Africana Studies Shawn Ginwright was a panelist at the 35th Annual National Conference on Race and Ethnicity in Higher Education held May 30 – June 3 in New Orleans.
8/17/2023
Alumnus James Kass is the new executive director for KALW Public Media.
Community Voice; The Sonoma Index-Tribune
8/18/2023 – 8/17/2023
Alumna Maité Iturri commented on being appointed as the superintendent of the Cotati-Rohnert Park Unified School District in Sonoma County.
8/17/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about the CSU’s objection to an Assembly bill that would allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. (This article was originally published 8/11/2023 by CalMatters. It was published in 29 additional outlets.)
2 News; Associated Press; ABC News
8/16/2023 – 8/17/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the Teamsters’ support of a nationwide Amazon delivery driver strike. (This article was originally published by the Associated Press. It was featured by 24 additional media outlets.)
California Political News & Views
8/16/2023
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discussed the value of allowing noncitizens to vote in San Francisco.
8/16/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about union campaigns at Starbucks stores nationwide.
8/15/2023
Pan instrument maker and tuner Ansel Joseph, an alumnus, was interviewed about his life and career.
8/15/2023
Officials from the San Francisco Fire Department helped an SF State student move into student housing after her grandparents’ car rolled over near campus.
KPVI-TV; Ventura County Star; Long Beach Post
8/16/2023 – 8/17/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about the CSU’s objection to an Assembly bill that would allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. (This article was originally published 8/11/2023 by CalMatters. It was published in 29 additional outlets.)
8/14/2023
Lecturer of Elementary Education Patricia Sullivan discussed the importance of Black educators in an article about the San Francisco Children’s Council’s Pipeline for Black Early Childhood Educator pilot program.
8/14/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a new UPS Teamsters contract.
8/14/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a labor strike by Los Angeles city workers. (This article was originally published by MarketWatch.)
8/16/2023
Officials from the San Francisco Fire Department helped an SF State student move into student housing after her grandparents’ car rolled over near campus.
8/11/2023
Alumna and circus acrobat Genie Cartier was interviewed about her new solo variety show.
8/14/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a labor strike by Los Angeles city workers.
8/12/2023 – 8/13/2023
Officials from the San Francisco Fire Department helped an SF State student move into student housing after her grandparents’ car rolled over near campus.
Capital Public Radio; Santa Ynez Valley News; KPVI-TV
8/12/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about the CSU’s objection to an Assembly bill that would allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. (This article was originally published 8/11/2023 by CalMatters. It was published in 29 additional outlets.)
8/11/2023
Africana Studies Lecturer Dave “Davey D” Cook discussed the history of hip-hop in a podcast episode about the genre’s 50th birthday.
8/10/2023
Professor and Chair of Geography and Environment Andrew Oliphant discussed his research on the environmental impact of the annual Burning Man event on the Black Rock Desert in Nevada.
8/10/2023
Alumnus Andy Frasco was interviewed about his life, career in music and new album “L’Optimist,” which was recently released by his band Andy Frasco & The U.N.
8/11/2023
The EDvance program at SF State was mentioned in an article about the need to improve training and education for early childhood educators.
CalMatters; San Gabriel Valley Tribune; Daily Breeze
8/11/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about the CSU’s objection to an Assembly bill that would allow community colleges to offer bachelor’s degrees. (This article was originally published by CalMatters. It was published in 10 additional outlets.)
8/10/2023
A photo of a robotaxi taken at SF State was featured in an article about the future of autonomous vehicles in San Francisco.
USA Today; Courier Post; Yahoo News
8/8/2023
Africana Studies Lecturer Dave “Davey D” Cook commented on the 1986 release of the song “Walk This Way,” a collaboration by hip-hop artists Run-DMC and American rock band Aerosmith.
8/8/2023
Assistant Professor of Art Libby Black discussed her artwork, which is part of a show at a gallery in Mill Valley.
8/8/2023
The Observatory at SF State was mentioned in an article about best times and places to stargaze in San Francisco.
8/7/2023
An open letter co-written by Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin requesting that the Biden administration find ways to sidestep recent Supreme Court decisions was scrutinized in an op-ed.
8/4/2023
Emeritus Lecturer of Biology William Cochlan commented on the return of algal bloom to the San Francisco Bay.
8/4/2023
Professor of History Charles Postel discussed the rise of monopolies in the United States during the 19th century. (This podcast episode originally went live 2/16/2022.)
8/7/2023
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front and the 1968 student strike were discussed in an article about Asian American students speaking out against the recent Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action in higher education.
All Things Considered; WRKF-FM
8/3/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein was quoted in an article about efforts to repeal a ban on travel to states with anti-LGBTQ laws for California state employees.
8/2/2023
Former faculty member Ayelet Gundar-Goshen was interviewed about her new book “The Wolf Hunt.”
7/30/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the impact the extreme summer heat is having on laborers.
SF Gate; Galaxy Concerns; Todays Chronic
8/2/2023
Co-owner of San Francisco’s Hawaiian Drive Inn restaurant Maggie Zhou, an alumna, was interviewed about why her family will not raise the price of their burgers.
8/1/2023
Alumna Tanya Rao was interviewed about her experience breaking family tradition to travel and open Kaveri Coffee Works in Berkeley.
8/2/2023
Research on pheromones and attractiveness conducted by SF State faculty researchers was referenced in an article about ways to help yourself feel more attractive.
July
7/31/2023
Professor Emeritus of Journalism Jon Funabiki was listed as a judge for the 2023 California Ethnic Media awards.
USA Today; Farmers Advance; MSN South Africa
7/29/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung commented on the results of a recent Pew Research Center survey on the opinion of Asian Americans on China. (This article was republished by 20 media outlets.)
Los Angeles Times; West Observer; Portland Press Herald
7/29/2023
Lecturer of History Sue Englander discussed her decades of work advocating for LGBTQ rights. (This article was originally published by The Los Angeles Times. It was published in six media outlets.)
7/28/2023
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán discussed research into animal dreams.
Diverse Issues in Higher Education
7/28/2023
Journalist Emil Guillermo mentioned that he is the parent of an SF State graduate in an op-ed about the Supreme Court’s recent ruling on affirmative action in higher education.
7/28/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed the unintended consequences of California’s ban on state employee travel to states with anti-LGBTQ laws.
7/27/2023
Assistant Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Omar Zahzah co-wrote an article about proposed organizational changes for the Democratic Socialists of America.
7/28/2023
Josiah Luis Alderete, selected for the SF State Poetry Center Mazza Writer in Residence program in Fall 2023, discussed poetry and reading at the Medicine for Nightmares bookstore in San Francisco’s Mission District.
7/27/2023
Alumna Iris Flores-Iglesias wrote a short story about sunsets.
Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
7/26/2023
Alumna Kamala Green is the new associate vice chancellor for staff human resources and chief human resources officer at the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Reuters; Huffington Post; Colorado Springs Gazette
7/26/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in multiple articles about the Teamsters’ success in negotiating a deal for UPS workers that will avert a proposed nationwide strike. (The Reuters article was published in eight additional media outlets.)
7/26/2023
Professor of History Trevor Getz discussed his recommendation for the best comics on African history.
7/26/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the unionization efforts of baristas.
7/24/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an editorial about why farmers should have discretion over the crops they grow. (This article has a paywall.)
Israel National News; The Hill
7/24/2023
An open letter co-written by Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin requesting that the Biden administration find ways to sidestep recent Supreme Court decisions was scrutinized in multiple op-eds.
7/25/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed his experience travelling for work in an article about efforts to appeal a ban on travel to states with anti-LGBTQ laws for California state employees.
Colorado Springs Gazette; USA Times; Independent Sentinel
7/24/2023
An open letter co-written by Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin requesting that the Biden administration find ways to sidestep recent Supreme Court decisions was discussed. (The Colorado Springs Gazette article was originally published by The Washington Examiner. This topic was covered by over 100 media outlets.)
7/24/2023
Alumnus May Cobb discussed how her life influenced her new novel “A Likeable Woman.”
Washington Examiner; New York Post; Fox News Channel
7/23/2023 – 7/24/2023
An open letter co-written by Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin requesting that the Biden administration find ways to sidestep recent Supreme Court decisions was discussed. (This topic was covered by over 65 media outlets.)
The Atlantic; MSN; Vigour Times
7/19/2023
Assistant Professor of Psychology Diane R. Sanchez commented on the psychology behind the “Zoom wave” hand gesture. (This article was originally published by The Atlantic, which has a paywall. It was featured in four media outlets.)
7/21/2023
Alumnus Evan Kidera was interviewed about the success of Señor Sisig, the Filipino-Mexican fusion restaurant he opened with his longtime friend Gil Payumo.
Pacific Nut Producer; Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery
7/21/2023
Alumna Clarice Turner commented on being selected as the new CEO for the Almond Board of California.
7/21/2023
The establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State was discussed in an op-ed about teaching ethnic studies.
7/19/2023- 7/20/2023
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies Steve Ford was quoted in multiple stories about his decision to retire as chief of police for the Antioch Police Department.
7/19/2023
Alex Lazar, alumnus and former aide to San Francisco Mayor London Breed and House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, was interviewed about running for a District 6 State Assembly seat.
7/19/2023
Alumna Hannah Wright was profiled in an article about her role in season five of the reality television series “Love Island USA.”
7/19/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about alumni success and Sonoma’s Hanna Center annual scholarship program.
KMID-TV; KTWO-TV; KXLY-TV
7/18/2023 – 7/19/2023
Multiple news segments featured Professor and Chair of Kinesiology Matt Lee discussing caloric expenditures in a story about the ideal time of day to exercise. (Clips not available.)
7/19/2023
Alumnus May Cobb discussed her new novel “A Likeable Woman.”
7/18/2023
Alumnus Bradley Penner was quoted in an article about community efforts to save Street Spirit, a monthly newspaper that has focused on the challenges facing unhoused individuals in Oakland and Berkeley since 1995.
Eater San Francisco; MSN Philippines; Gur Times
7/18/2023
Alumnus Meegan Nguyen was interviewed about transforming a bodega into a Vietnamese café in San Francisco’s Inner Sunset District.
7/18/2023
SF State partnered with the 10,000 Degrees organization to host a College Opportunities Summit that provided high school seniors with college preparation resources for low-income and first generation students.
7/18/2023
Professor and Chair of Kinesiology Matt Lee discussed caloric expenditures in a segment about the ideal time of day to exercise.
7/18/2023
Professor of Political Science Aaron Belkin discussed term limits for Supreme Court justices.
7/18/2023
Professor Emeritus of Gerontology Brian de Vries was quoted in an op-ed about LGBTQ caregiver rights and family choices for their aging loved ones. (This article has a paywall.)
7/17/2023
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned in an article about California’s 2024 U.S. Senate race.
The Frederick News-Post; Central Maine Today
7/15/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about farmers’ discretion over the crops they grow.
Oroville Mercury-Register; Chico Enterprise-Record
7/15/2023
Alumnus Jack McWherter wrote an editorial about his life experiences.
7/14/2023
Professor of Psychology Ezequiel Morsella was profiled.
7/13/2023
Professor Emeritus of Environmental Studies Carlos Davidson commented on a divestment campaign he assisted with and advocating for CalPERS to divest from fossil fuels.
7/13/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about farmers’ discretion over the crops they grow.
7/13/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on a group that launched a campaign to recall Alameda County’s new district attorney, Pamela Price.
7/13/2023
Alumnus Josh Thomas, co-owner of Thomas Family Farm, discussed hosting an annual filmmaking summer camp.
The Mercury News; East Bay Times; Galaxy Concerns
7/12/2023d
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on a group that launched a campaign to recall Alameda County’s new district attorney, Pamela Price.
California State University News
7/10/2023
Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement Darlene Yee-Melichar was appointed to serve as a CSU Trustee by Governor Gavin Newsom on June 29.
Business Today; The Week; Business Insider
7/10/2023 – 7/11/2023
President and CEO of cloud networking company Arista Networks Jayshree Ullal, an alumna, was profiled in multiple articles about Indian women who found success in America. (This topic was covered by over 35 media outlets.)
7/10/2023
Alumnus Mark Warschauer, a professor of Education and Informatics at University of California, Irvine, discussed research on the benefits of interactive characters in children’s educational television programs.
7/10/2023
An ethnic studies certificate program for incarcerated youth offered through SF State’s Project Rebound was discussed.
The Economic Times; The Tribune; MSN
7/10/2023
President and CEO of cloud networking company Arista Networks Jayshree Ullal, an alumna, was profiled in multiple articles about Indian women who found success in America.
7/8/2023
Alumnus David Gallagher discussed the 50th year of Sutro Tower in San Francisco.
7/7/2023
The 1968 student strike at SF State was mentioned in an interview with the author of “The Murders That Made Us,” a history of violent crime in San Francisco. (This program originally aired 5/10/2022.Time stamp: 1:10:33)
7/7/2023
Professor of Biology Edward J Carpenter was quoted in an article about growing concerns of plastic particles in the ocean.
7/6/2023
Associate Professor and Chair of Latina/Latino Studies Jeff Duncan-Andrade discussed the history of fairness and inclusion in the public education system.
7/7/2023
A photo from the 1968 student strike at SF State was featured in an article about the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling on affirmative action in higher education.
7/6/2023
Professor of Biology Gretchen LeBuhn was referenced in an article about a new study on the impact negative impact honey bees are having on the pollination of native plants.
7/5/2023
Professor Emeritus of Theatre and Dance Joel Schechter, also a former member of San Francisco Mime Troupe, commented on the theory that the troupe’s performances are satire.
7/5/2023
Lecturer of English Language and Literature Brian Strang wrote a review of the book "Unbound: A Book of AIDS."
7/5/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on an increase in labor strikes in the U.S.
7/4/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung discussed his family’s experience with xenophobia in the U.S. and a recent federal proposal that would prohibit Chinese citizens from purchasing land in the U.S. (This article was published in 12 media outlets, many of which have paywalls.)
7/4/2023
A hearing on Anti-Asian racism in the U.S. held by the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights in March that featured Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung as a panelist recently aired. (Time stamp: 8:29-15:42)
The Chronicle of Higher Education
7/3/2023
Director of the Project Rebound program at SF State Jason Bell discussed his experience trying to achieve higher education in an article about the reinstatement of federal aid to incarcerated students.
NPR ; Jefferson Public Radio ; KPBS-TV
7/3/2023
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim commented on a new mural that features Mahsa Jina Amini, an Iranian woman who was killed last year while in police custody for breaking Islamic law; her death led to worldwide protests. (This article was originally published by NPR. It was featured in over 55 media outlets.)
7/3/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on a workers strike launched by Los Angeles hotel workers. (This article was originally published by Market Watch.)
7/3/2023
Associate Professors of Economics Zuzana Janko and Venoo Kakar recently published a study on health care expenditures and income in Canada
Fort Meyers News Central ; Boca Raton News Central
7/3/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the workers strike launched by Los Angeles hotel workers.
7/5/2023
Alumna Jennifer March discussed her career as a voice artist in an article about Petaluma Readers Theatre.
7/4/2023
Instruction expenditures at SF State were mentioned in an op-ed about affirmative action.
KRON 4
7/3/2023
SF State was mentioned in a news segment about a proposed tuition increase for the CSU starting fall 2024. (Clip not available online.)
7/5/2023
SF State Professor of Management Ronald Purser commented on the cooption of mindfulness by corporations in an article about the evolution of mindfulness. (This article is behind a paywall.)
7/3/2023
SF State Professor of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on a workers strike launched by Los Angeles hotel workers. (This story is behind a paywall.)
KTVU
7/5/2023
SF State students will join other Bay Area college students at a planned protest at Stanford University against the recent Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action. (Clip not available online.)
KCUR
7/4/2023
A story about California’s adoption of ethnic studies lesson plans in K-12 schools discussed how SF State faculty were involved in developing the curriculum for schools. (Clip not available online.)
7/5/2023
Former archivist for SF State’s Labor Archives and Research Center Susan Goldstein announced her retirement as the chief archivist for the San Francisco Public Library.
7/5/2023
Actor and alumnus Carl Weathers was included in a list of actors who could be famous for something other than acting.
7/4/2023
Actor and alumnus BD Wong’s top 10 films were listed in an article.
7/4/2023
Alumna Mary Reynolds was appointed assistant principal at Petaluma High School.
7/3/2023
Professor Emeritus Carlos Davidson was involved in a divestment campaign at SF State and is currently pushing for CalPERS to divest from fossil fuel.
7/3/2023
Governor Gavin Newsom appointed Professor of Public Affairs & Civic Engagement Darlene Yee-Melichar to serve as a CSU Trustee.
7/3/2023
An op-ed about the recent Supreme Court ruling on affirmative action in higher education mentioned SF State and how much it spends on its students in comparison to other more selective universities.
7/2/2023
An editorial about the benefits of Project Rebound for the formerly incarcerated mentioned that the program was founded at SF State.
7/3/2023
Alumnus Justin Wittrock earned his sixth advanced degree and overcame challenges from his lifelong hearing loss.
June
6/30/2023
Professor of Public Affairs and Civic Engagement Darlene Yee-Melichar has been appointed to the California State University Board of Trustees.
6/30/2023
Director of the Family Acceptance Project Caitlin Ryan was referenced in an article about the mental health crisis in the LGBTQ+ community.
6/30/2023
Associate Professor of Sociology Clare Sears commented on proposed anti-drag legislation. (This article has a paywall.)
Lake County Record-Bee; The Press Democrat
6/29/2023 – 6/30/2023
Professor Emeritus of Environmental Studies Carlos Davidson commented on California Senate Bill 252, which would prohibit new or renewed investment of public employee and state teacher retirement system funds into fossil fuels. (This article was originally published by CalMatters.)
6/29/2023
Sonoma Filmworks Creative Director George Dondero, an alumnus, was interviewed about his new film “War of the Wills.”
KRON4 Special: Celebrating Pam Moore
6/29/2023
An interview with alumna and co-founder of Black Lives Matter Alicia Garza was featured in a news special about a retiring news anchor. (Time stamp: 4:30)
6/29/2023
Alumnus Craig Stone promoted to co-chief investment officer for Virtus Investment Partners, Inc.
6/29/2023
Assistant Professor of Cinema Artel Great’s new book “Black Cinema & Visual Culture: Art and Politics in the 21st Century” was mentioned in an article about people succeeding in the fields of art, sports and food service.
6/29/2023
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis Desjardin’s “Basics of Wild Harvested Mushroom Identification” guide was listed in an article about best ways to identify wild mushrooms.
6/29/2023
Professor Emeritus of Environmental Studies Carlos Davidson commented on California Senate Bill 252, which would prohibit new or renewed investment of public employee and state teacher retirement system funds in fossil fuels.
6/28/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed the history of LGBTQ+ activism and the movements that led up to the 1969 Stonewall riots.
6/28/2023
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis Desjardin will receive the Distinguished Mycologist Award from the Mycological Society of America.
6/28/2023
Alumna Lisa Owens Viani wrote an article about what inspired her to found Raptors Are the Solution, a nonprofit dedicated to educating the public about the dangerous impact rodent poisons have on wildlife.
6/28/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about Starbucks’ anti-union efforts.
6/27/2023
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley is a panelist for an on-demand webinar about police recruitment and retention.
6/28/2023
Alumna Sparky Harlan, the former CEO of the Bill Wilson Center, a nonprofit organization focused on aiding unhoused youth and families, was profiled in an article about inspiring leaders in Silicon Valley’s LGBTQ community.
6/27/2023
Alumnus Marco Lopez’s appointment as principal of Pleasanton Middle School was discussed.
6/26/2023
Sonoma Filmworks Creative Director George Dondero, an alumnus, was interviewed about his new film “War of the Wills.”
The Chronicle of Higher Education
6/26/2023
President Emeritus Leslie Wong’s appointment as interim president of Connecticut College was included in an article listing higher ed appointments, resignations, retirements and deaths.
6/26/2023
Assistant Professor of Biology Alejandro Vélez and grad students Tarah Haslett and Carolyn Schwartz discussed their research on chorus frog mating calls in the Pacific.
6/26/2023
A recording of alum Alexiz Angel Romero reading a poem they wrote about a late San Francisco street performer aired.
The New York Times; Naya Nazriya
6/26/2023
Artist Sally Saul, an alumna, was interviewed about her career sculpting. (The New York Times article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
The Almanac; Mountain View Voice
6/26/2023
Alumna Gail Tsukiyama was profiled in an article about her new book “The Brightest Star: A Novel.
6/25/2023
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Amy Sueyoshi commented on the increase in corporate sponsorship of San Francisco’s Pride celebration in an article about its 53rd year in the city.
6/25/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a possible nationwide UPS strike. (This article has a paywall.)
6/24/2023
Alumnus Boots Riley discussed his life, career and new television series “I’m a Virgo.”
6/24/2023
Alumna Julie Thompson is the new assistant principal at Crittenden Middle School in Mountain View.
6/26/2023
Alum, writer and activist Kitty Tsui was profiled.
Hispanic Engineer & Information Technology
6/23/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about universities receiving CSU Hispanic Serving Institution Community Grants.
People to People
6/23/2023
A West Coast conference of Black student unions hosted at SF State in 1968 was discussed during an interview with Elmer Dixon, an author, civil rights activist and co-founder of the Seattle Chapter of the Black Panther Party. (Clip not available.)
KQED-FM
6/23/2023
Provost Amy Sueyoshi commented on the history of sponsorship for SF Pride in a news segment about the conservative backlash against corporations that celebrate the LGBTQ community. (Clip not available.)
06/22/2023
Grace Yoo, the new dean of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State, was included in a list of women recently appointed as deans at universities.
6/22/2023
Former SF State student Boots Riley was interviewed about his new television series “I’m a Virgo.”
6/22/2023
Alumna Nicole Helfer was interviewed about choreographing and starring in San Francisco Playhouse’s “A Chorus Line.”
6/23/2023
SF State’s graduation rates were discussed in an editorial about concerns about the CSU’s overall four-year graduation rates.
06/22/2023
Professor of Theatre and Dance Dee Spencer was interviewed about arranging and directing “The BluesFem Project: Smile Orange,” a performance that combined a screening of the 1976 film “Smile Orange” with a live performance of the soundtrack composed by the late trombonist Melba Liston.
6/22/2023
A recent episode of the podcast “Overthink” created and co-host by Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was featured on a news site for philosophy professionals.
6/22/2023
Former faculty member John Irwin’s role as the founder of Project Rebound and the success of the program was discussed in an interview with California State University, Fresno’s Project Rebound outreach coordinator.
6/22/2023
Filipino American actor Leandro Muñoz discussed supporting his son Frankie Muñoz, an alumnus, in an article about celebrity parents supporting their LGBTQ children.
6/22/2023
Alumnus Boots Riley discussed how his father Walter Riley, a civil rights and criminal defense lawyer and alumnus, influenced his career in an interview about his new television series “I’m a Virgo.”
6/21/2023
Alumna Nicole Helfer was interviewed about choreographing and starring in San Francisco Playhouse’s “A Chorus Line.”
The Mercury News; East Bay Times
6/22/2023
SF State’s graduation rates were discussed in an editorial about concerns about the CSU’s overall four-year graduation rates.
6/20/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein was quoted in a review of his book “Rethinking the Gay and Lesbian Movement.”
6/20/2023
Alumna Gail Tsukiyama was profiled in an article about her new book “The Brightest Star: A Novel.”
06/20/2023
Alumna Eva Long was profiled in an article about her resignation as a member of the College of Marin Board of Trustees.
6/20/2023
Alumna Kristen Ugrin is the new human resources director for Sonoma Valley Unified School District.
6/20/2023
Alumnus Dane Volek was interviewed about his career as a brewmaster at Anchor Brewing Company.
6/20/2023
SF State’s Psychology Training Clinic was recommended as a resource in an episode of a podcast about mental health.
6/20/2023
An SF State study on the psychological benefits of participating in creative activities outside of work was mentioned in an article about career advice for new graduates.
6/19/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on the increase in cost of attending Pride celebrations.
Vigour Times; The National Desk; News Field Online
6/16/2023 – 06/17/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed a proposed nationwide UPS workers strike. (The National News Desk Time stamp: 0:35.)
6/14/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment John Logan commented on Bill Gates’ recent meeting with China’s president, XI Jinping.
6/18/2023
Students from SF State’s Apparel Design and Merchandising program were mentioned in an article about a Goodwill project aimed at reducing clothing waste.
6/18/2023
California Congressman Kevin Mullin, an alumnus, was profiled.
6/19/2023
Activist and actor Danny Glover, an alumnus, was honored yesterday by International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 10 for his humanitarian efforts and contributions to social justice.
6/16/2023
Poet, playwright and screenwriter Marcus Gardley, an alumnus, was interviewed about his new position as co-chair of playwriting at Yale’s David Geffen School of Drama.
6/19/2023
Archival researchers from SF State were cited in an article about the backlash a California town received after an apology to its Black and Latino community members.
6/16/2023
Professor of Mathematics Federico Ardila-Mantilla was profiled in an article about his unique approach to the field.
The Mercury News; Marin Independent Journal; East Bay Times
6/15/2023
Professor of Theatre and Dance Dee Spencer was interviewed about arranging and directing “The BluesFem Project: Smile Orange,” a performance that combines a screening of the 1976 film “Smile Orange” with a live performance of the soundtrack composed by the late trombonist Melba Liston.
6/15/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed a strike by UPS workers.
Salt Lake Tribune; Easy Branches World News
6/15/2023
Multiple works co-authored by Director of the Family Acceptance Project Caitlin Ryan and Robert Rees were discussed in an op-ed written by Rees.
6/15/2023
Assistant Professor of Sociology Jen Reck, who co-chairs the Castro Cultural District, discussed plans to turn the Castro Theater into a nightclub.
Daily Freeman; The Morning Journal; The Burlington Record
6/14/2023
Professor Emerita of Creative Writing Frances Mayes was interviewed about “Pasta Veloce: Irresistibly Fast Recipes from Under the Tuscan Sun,” a cookbook she cowrote. (This interview was published in 90 news outlets.)
Daily Breeze; San Gabriel Valley Tribune; The Orange County Register
6/15/2023
Alumna Rina Ayuyang was interviewed about her new graphic novel “The Man in the McIntosh Suit.” (This interview was featured in 12 news outlets.)
6/15/2023
Alumnus Michael Feger was interviewed about creating the free app WildPermits, which helps backpackers in California find just-canceled permits for public lands. (This article was originally published 5/26/2023 by Bay Area News Group.)
6/15/2023
Assistant Professor of Africana Studies Tiffany Caesar discussed the importance of celebrating Juneteenth.
Monterey Herald; The Oakland Press; Boston Herald
6/14/2023
Professor Emerita of Creative Writing Frances Mayes was interviewed about “Pasta Veloce: Irresistibly Fast Recipes from Under the Tuscan Sun,” a cookbook she cowrote. (This interview was published in 90 news outlets.)
6/13/2023
Andrew Zink, professor and chair of hiring, retention, tenure and promotion for the Biology Department, is the new president of Deep Springs College.
The Brunswick; The News & Observer
6/15/2023
Alumnus Michael Feger was interviewed about creating the free app WildPermits, which helps backpackers in California find just-canceled permits for public lands. (This article was originally published 5/26/2023 by Bay Area News Group.)
6/15/2023
Alumna Daja DuBois-Walker was featured on a news segment celebrating 2023 graduates.
6/15/2023
Alumnus Santiago Cuevas commented on the state’s new mandatory dyslexia screening policy for students in kindergarten through second grade. (This article was originally published 5/19/2023 by CalMatters.)
6/14/2023
Alumna D’Arcy Drollinger was appointed San Francisco’s drag laureate by Mayor London Breed.
KQED Newscast; San Francisco Chronicle
6/10/2023- 6/12/2023
Director of SF State’s Estuary and Ocean Science Center Katharyn Boyer discussed concerns that a lack of funding could lead to closure of the center. (KQED Newscast timestamp: 2:36-3:30.)
6/12/2023 - 6/14/2023
Alumna D’Arcy Drollinger commented on being appointed San Francisco’s drag laureate by Mayor London Breed. (This story originally aired on a June 12 episode of All Things Considered.)
6/13/2023
Poet, playwright and screenwriter Marcus Gardley, an alumnus, is the new co-chair of playwriting at the David Geffen School of Drama at Yale University.
6/13/2023
Professor and Chair of Hospitality and Tourism Management Colin Johnson commented on the proposed closure of Westfield San Francisco Centre.
6/13/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about working conditions for California farmers.
6/13/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was quoted in an article about how octopi can neurologically adapt to cold water in their environment.
6/12/2023
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley commented on city harm reduction policies that reduce the punishment for open drug use.
6/12/2023
Director of the Estuary & Ocean Science Center Katharyn Boyer discussed concerns that a lack of funding could lead to closure of the center.
6/12/2023
Alumna Vitka Eisen, president and CEO of Health Right 360, a nonprofit that supports treatment for individuals with substance use disorder, discussed her work with the Tenderloin Linkage Center and the success of similar programs.
6/12/2023
Photography by artist and alumna Irene Poon was discussed.
6/8/2023
SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi, who went missing while swimming near Pacifica in January, was mentioned in an article about a driver who had to be rescued after veering off a cliff into the water in Malibu over the weekend.
6/12/2023
Alumna Lina Saadzoi is the new chief financial officer for Providence Health Plan.
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
6/9/2023
President Emeritus Leslie Wong is the new interim president of Connecticut College.
6/12/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was quoted in an article about new adaptability findings in octopi neurology. (This article was originally published by Salon.)
6/9/2023
Director of the Estuary & Ocean Science Center Katharyn Boyer commented on a grant awarded to the Richardson Bay Regional Agency that will be used to fund ecological restoration efforts.
The Washington Post; New York Folk
6/8/2023
Director of the Family Acceptance Project Caitlin Ryan commented on new anti-trans laws in Florida.
6/8/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein was quoted in an article about the influence 1960s Black civil rights activism had on gay activism.
6/5/2023
President Emeritus Leslie Wong is the new interim president of Connecticut College. (This article has a paywall.)
6/7/2023
A composite image of a merging galaxy cluster by Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Andisheh Mahdavi was featured in an article about dark matter.
6/8/2023
Alumna Bonnie Lee has a new book out called “The Card Game.”
6/7/2023
San Francisco City Supervisor Shamann Walton, an alumnus, was interviewed about his new book “From Juvenile Hall to City Hall: Your Resume Can Change.”
6/7/2023
Late Chicana painter and activist Yolanda López, an alumna, was remembered in an article about a cannabis club in the Mission.
6/7/2023
Alumnus Ray McClintock is the new principal at Petaluma Junior High School.
6/8/2023
SF State’s Global Museum was discussed in a story about the variety of ancient Egyptian artifacts people have in their collections worldwide.
6/5/2023
Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer discussed 1960s activism at SF State during an interview with the Supreme Court Historical Society. (Time stamp: 27:28)
Cheddar News; International Business Times
6/7/2023
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on a potential strike by UPS workers, led by the Teamsters Union.
6/7/2023
The daughter of actress Sheryl Cruz graduated from SF State.
6/7/2023
SF State bilingual journalism student Andy Damián-Correa was named a summer journalism intern for the Environmental Health News.
6/7/2023
Alumna D’Arcy Drollinger was appointed San Francisco’s drag laureate by Mayor London Breed.
6/6/2023
Alumnus Mwangi Ndengwa Mukami’s foundation MLIFE is making plans to take a group of California youth on a cultural tour of Kenya
6/6/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the influence Starbucks’ union campaigns have had on other companies.
6/5/2023
Associate Professor of Jewish Studies Rachel Gross was quoted in an article about the closing ceremony for San Francisco’s Congregation B’nai Emunah, which is merging with another congregation.
6/5/2023
Professor and Chair of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Jackson Wilson commented on the San Francisco Travel Association’s new tourism campaign.
Associated Press; The Business Journal
6/5/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a potential strike at UPS. (This article was originally published 5/23/2023 by the Associated Press. It was revised 6/5/2023.)
6/6/2023
Humanitarian and CEO of the MLIFE foundation Mwangi Mukami, an alumnus, commented on an upcoming educational trip from California to Kenya that he is sponsoring.
Aquarius Papers – Global Astrology
6/3/2023
A video featuring a 1956 appearance by the late beat poet and writer Allen Ginsberg at SF State’s Poetry Center was featured in an article celebrating his birthday, which was June 3.
6/3/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was quoted in an article about an octopus in a laboratory that might have been observed dreaming.
6/1/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a story about a recent Supreme Court decision on whether unions can be held liable for damages from a workers strike. (This article was originally published in MarketWatch.)
6/5/2023
Alum Kyran Berlin will be an intern for The San Francisco Chronicle this summer.
6/3/2023
A conversation with alumna Yeye Akilimali Funua Olade, chief librarian for the African Heritage Research Library in AIla Orangun, Nigeria, was discussed in an op-ed about political differences between African countries and the U.S.
6/2/2023
SF State was mentioned in an advice column for Irish students looking to study abroad.
6/2/2023
Professor Emeritus of Economics Ralph Anspach’s creation of the board game Anti-Monopoly was discussed.
6/1/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a story about a recent Supreme Court decision on whether unions can be held liable for damages from a workers strike.
5/25/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Jonathan Lee discussed the Year of the Rabbit and Lunar New Year. (Time stamp: 3:58-6:42)
5/31/2023
Alumnus and tech billionaire Chris Larsen discussed donating $2 million to help boost San Francisco’s troubled shopping districts.
6/1/2023
Alumnus Okorie Ramsey was interviewed about being the new chair for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).
5/31/2023
SF State was listed as a top producer of Peace Corps volunteers.
The Michigan Star; The Ohio Star
5/31/2023
A Queer History Conference held last year at SF State was mentioned in an op-ed criticizing identity studies in higher education.
May
5/31/2023
Information Systems Professor Paul Beckman was awarded the Distinguished Faculty Award from SF State.
5/30/2023
An article about an LGBTQ youth program in Vermont cited SF State research in its strategic pivot to tackling systemic change.
5/31/2023
Alumna Hatice Yildiz has become famous for her baklava, which landed her a permanent kiosk at San Francisco’s Ferry Building.
5/30/2023
Alumnus and tech billionaire Chris Larsen donated $2 million to help boost San Francisco’s troubled shopping districts.
5/30/2023
Alumnus and sculptor Vince Skelly discussed how a rocking chair became the signature piece of furniture in his home.
5/27/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Grace Yoo is the new dean of the College of Ethnic Studies.
5/29/2023
Professor Emerita of Journalism Betty Medsger participated in a panel discussion of calls to free WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange from prison. (Time stamp: 37:15)
Business Insider; South China Morning Post; Yahoo! News
5/28/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was quoted in an article about an octopus in a laboratory in New York that was possibly observed dreaming. (This article was originally published by Business Insider. It was published by five additional media outlets.)
5/26/2023
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John P. Monteverdi discussed El Niño and its impact on California’s weather.
The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
5/26/2023
Late Professor Emeritus of Political Science Robert C. Smith was remembered.
5/30/2023
Alumnus Michael Williams is the new director of human resources for the Dublin Unified School District.
5/30/2023
Alumna Christina Bridges will transition from her role as vice principal to principal at Casa Grande High School.
5/29/2023
Alumna Ana Leonor will be an assistant principal at Watsonville High School.
5/25/2023
Founder and designer for Lulu Designs Stacy King, an alumna, discussed her career and how jewelry is made.
5/26/2023
Duke Ellington Morris, one of the University's popular therapy animals, is joining the Wag Brigade, an airline program to comfort nervous flyers.
CBS Bay Area
5/26/2023
SF State’s 2023 Commencement ceremony at Oracle Park was mentioned in an evening news segment. (Clip not available online.)
5/26/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed octopi neurology and the potential for them to dream in an article about an octopus in a laboratory in New York that was observed exhibiting dream-like behavior.
5/25/2023
Lecturer for Recreation, Parks and Tourism Bernadette Lim discussed what inspired her to found the Freedom Community Clinic in Oakland.
5/25/2023
Professor Emeritus of Environmental Studies Carlos Davidson commented on California Senate Bill 252, bill which would prohibit new or renewed investment of Public Employees’ Retirement System and the State Teachers’ Retirement System funds into fossil fuels.
5/25/2023
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie L. Brown Jr., an alumnus, discussed his long standing career in city and state government.
GMA NEWS ; The Philippine Star
5/26/2023
Social media posts by Filipino actress Sheryl Cruz and her daughter Ashley Bustos on social media, who will graduate from SF State today, were discussed.
5/26/2023
Alumnus Michael Feger was interviewed about creating the free app WildPermits, which helps backpackers in California find just-canceled permits for public lands.
5/25/2023
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was quoted in an op-ed about technology, attention and education, based on a class he taught at SF State.
Smithsonian Magazine; National Geographic; MSN
5/24/2023 – 5/25/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed octopi neurology and the potential for them to dream in multiple articles about an octopus in a laboratory in New York that was observed exhibiting dream like behavior. (The MSN article was originally published in the National Geographic, which has a paywall.)
5/23/2023
An interview with co-founders of SF State’s Guardian Scholars program Xochitl Sanchez and Sonjia Lenz-Rashid and alumna Vanessa Ayres was featured in a story about statistics on relocating Bay Area foster youth.
5/23/2023
Professor Emeritus of Theatre and Dance Joel Schechter wrote an op-ed about how a demonstration by climate justice activists led to the closure of the Wells Fargo headquarters building in San Francisco this week.
5/17/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung and alumnus Ryan Yamamoto were quoted in an article about a recent panel organized by the Stanford Center for Asian Health Research and Education entitled "What does it mean to be Asian in America?"
5/25/2023
Alumna Rina Ayuyang was interviewed about her career as a comic artist.
5/25/2023
Musician Doug McKechnie, best known for his work with the moog, discussed a communications course he took at SF State in an interview about his career in music.
5/25/2023
Alumnus Benjamin Walker was interviewed about his new novel, “When the Old World Was New.”
5/23/2023
Alumnus and San Francisco Chronicle Photographer Stephen Lam has earned a place as a 2023 Pulitzer Prize Finalist for his photos documenting the city’s fentanyl epidemic.
5/25/2023
SF State was listed as one Bay Area’s top three Peace Corps producing schools.
5/25/2023
A study on buying experiences conducted by researchers at SF State was discussed in an article about the rewards of living a minimalist lifestyle.
5/24/2023
SF State Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on a potential labor strike by UPS workers.
KPIX
5/23/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s approach to handling the drug crisis in the city. (Clip not available online.)
5/23/2023
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on the union-busting activities of large companies in an article about companies taking a harder line on union organizing.
5/24/2023
An incident at SF State involving an anti-trans activist and a student protest is mentioned in an article about bias incident reporting in K-12 schools in Fairfax County.
5/23/2023
SF State’s undergraduate nursing program was ranked in the top 12 programs in the state.
5/23/2023
SF State’s College of Ethnic Studies was mentioned in an article about how an ethnic studies class can teach people about Asian resistance.
5/24/2023
Alumnus Aaron Brooks was named Coronado High School athletic director.
5/23/2023
Alumna Mariama J. Lockington wrote an op-ed about how her debut novel centers the experience of anxious, sad black girls.
5/23/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a potential strike at UPS.
Earth Times; The Science Times
5/22/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook commented on the possibility that an octopus in a laboratory in New York was observed dreaming. (The Earth Times article was originally published in Live Science.)
5/22/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about corporate opposition to unions. (This article was originally published by The New York Times.)
5/19/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the unionization efforts of dancers at a topless bar in Los Angeles. (This article was originally published by The Conversation. This topic was covered by 17 media outlets.)
5/22/2023
Tracey Runeare, who is pursuing her doctorate in educational leadership at SF State, was quoted in an article about becoming the new principal of Los Altos High School.
5/22/2023
Alumnus Santiago Cuevas commented on the state’s new mandatory dyslexia screening policy for kindergarten through second grade students. (This article was originally published by CalMatters. It has been featured in over 1,000 media outlets.)
5/16/2023
Alumna S. Renee Jones was interviewed about her career in photography and working as the gallery manager for the TODCO Group, a local nonprofit devoted to developing affordable housing.
5/22/2023
SF State’s 12th Annual Rhythms Music Festival, hosted by Associated Students May 13, was discussed.
5/22/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about corporate opposition to unions. (This article can be accessed through the J. Paul Leonard Library website.)
Live Science; MSN; Todays Chronic
5/22/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook commented on recently observed sleep behavior of an octopus in a laboratory in New York. (The MSN article was originally published in Live Science.)
5/22/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the nationwide unionization efforts of REI employees.
5/21/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung and alumnus Ryan Yamamoto were quoted in an article about a recent panel held at Stanford entitled "What Does It Mean to Be Asian in America?"
KPBS Radio; San Francisco Chronicle; The Conversation
5/19/2023 – 5/21/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed the unionization efforts of dancers at a topless bar in Los Angeles. (The San Francisco Chronicle article was originally published in The Conversation. This topic was covered by 17 media outlets.)
5/19/2023
Lecturer for Family, Interiors, Nutrition & Apparel Rachel Scherr co-authored a study on food insecurity in higher education.
5/22/2023
Student Jessica Nowak discussed what she is looking for from a post-college job.
5/22/2023
Late alumnus Joe Louis Moore was remembered in an article about his contributions to preserving Black history and his Juneteenth events, which were included in the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Project.
5/19/2023 – 5/20/2023
Alumnus Santiago Cuevas commented on the state’s new mandatory dyslexia screening policy for kindergarten through second grade students. (This article was originally published by CalMatters. It has been featured in over 1,000 media outlets.)
5/19/2023
Assistant Professor of International Relations See-Won Byun co-wrote an article about the diplomatic relationship between China and South Korea.
5/18/2023
President Emeritus Leslie Wong was quoted in an article about a statement of support for the National Teaching Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander History Act.
5/18/2023 – 5/19/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung and alumnus Ryan Yamamoto were quoted in an article about a recent panel titled “What Does It Mean to Be Asian in America?”
5/18/2023
Social media posts by Filipino actress Sheryl Cruz and her daughter Ashley Bustos, who will graduate SF State next week, were discussed.
5/19/2023
Student Mea Montañez commented on the academic challenges she faced after transferring to SF State from a community college. (This article was originally published 5/2/2023 by the Associated Press.)
CalMatters; The Press Democrat; ABC 10
5/19/2023
Alumnus Santiago Cuevas commented on the state’s new mandatory dyslexia screening policy for students in grades K-2. (This article was originally published by CalMatters.)
5/19/2023
Alumnus Grayson Converse, lead singer of the band Spooky Mansion, was interviewed about his music.
5/18/2023
SF State was listed as a recipient of a federal grant supporting student mental health resources.
5/17/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung commented on Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ signing of a bill that requires K-12 curriculum to include Asian American and Pacific Islander history.
5/16/2023
An article spotlights Professor of Instructional Design and Technology Brian Beatty’s ahead-of-their-time innovations in online and hybrid instruction.
5/18/2023
SF State was listed as a recipient of a federal grant supporting student mental health resources.
5/16/2023
A survey co-conducted by the San Francisco Small Business Commission and SF State’s Economics Department was referenced in an article about the post-pandemic struggles many small businesses in San Francisco are facing.
KPIX-TV
5/16/2023
SF State was mentioned in a story about colleges that are ending investments in the fossil fuel industry. (This story was part of the CBS News Bay Area: Evening Edition. Link unavailable.)
5/17/23
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on the employee-led push for CNET employees to unionize after the company published AI-generated articles.
5/17/2023
Anthropology Lecturer Niccolo Caldaro discussed Haitian scholar Anténor Firmin, who challenged the racist roots of anthropology.
5/16/2022
Cinema Professor and Director of the Veteran Documentary Corps Daniel Bernardi recently directed two documentary films about women in military service.
5/15/2023
Professor Emeritus of History Robert W. Cherny commented on San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s nomination of Robert “Bob” Vergara to the San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission.
5/12/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Scott Siegel was quoted in a story about the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest. (Time stamp: 17:34)
5/14/2023
Author Gail Whang discussed how a guest lecture in an SF State class encouraged her to get involved in the fight for justice for a Korean American immigrant wrongfully convicted of murder. (Time stamp: 12:35)
5/12/2023
Director of Advocacy at the Anti-Recidivism Coalition Michael Anthony Mendoza, an alumnus, was appointed to the Coordinating Council on Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention by U.S. President Joe Biden.
The California State University
5/15/2023
Alumna Alicia Garza’s 2017 Commencement address was listed as one of the CSU’s historic Commencement ceremonies.
Jewish Telegraphic Agency; Cleveland Jewish News
5/12/2023
A 2018 lawsuit filed by the Lawfare Project that alleged an environment of antisemitism at SF State was referenced in an article about the growing support for the End Jewish Hatred movement.
2/26/2023
Author Mark Whittaker discussed the establishment of the Black Studies department at SF State in a talk about his book “Saying It Loud: 1966 — The Year Black Power Challenged the Civil Rights Movement.” (Time stamp: 12:53)
5/12/2023
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi discussed his documentary films “Time for Change: The Kathy Bruyere Story” and “Ultimate Sacrifices: CPT Jennifer Moreno,” which were recently screened at the 2023 GI Film Festival in San Diego.
5/12/2023
Lecturer of Anthropology Niccolo Caldararo wrote a letter to the editor about the benefits of solitude.
5/11/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about challenges to Starbucks unionization in New York state.
5/10/2023
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan wrote an article about the 75th anniversary of Israel and the country’s continued political conflicts. (This article was originally published 5/10/2023 in The Conversation.)
New England Real Estate Journal
5/12/2023
Alumnus George Marcus received a Lifetime Achievement Award from Connect Commercial Real Estate.
5/11/2023
Alumna Livia Stein was interviewed about her art.
5/10/2023
Alumnus George Marcus will be awarded the Nicholas J. Bouras Award for Extraordinary Archon Stewardship in October.
San Francisco Chronicle; CNX Today
5/12/2023
A report co-authored by the San Francisco Small Business Commission and SF State’s Economics Department was referenced in an article about Amazon’s plan to host a small business week.
5/11/2023
SF State was listed among other Hispanic Serving Institutions.
5/11/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about challenges to Starbucks unionization in New York state.
The Conversation; SFGate; The Hour
5/10/2023
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan wrote an article about the 75th anniversary of Israel and the country’s continued political conflicts. (This article was originally published 5/10/2023 in The Conversation. It was featured in nine additional media outlets.)
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Chron.com; The Washington Post 5/3/2023- 5/8/2023 Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung discussed being an Asian American evangelical Christian. (This article was originally published 5/3/2023 by The Washington Post. The original article has a paywall.)
The Sun; The Orange County Register; Los Angeles Daily News 5/9/2023 Alumnus H. Pike Oliver was interviewed about co-authoring “Transforming the Irvine Ranch: Joan Irvine, William Pereira, Ray Watson, and the Big Plan,” a book about how the Irvine Ranch in Southern California was transformed into a college community. (This article was published in five news outlets.) 5/9/2023 Environmental activist Randy Hayes, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about a Praxis Peace Institute event. 5/8/2023 Alumna Chelsea Antrim Dennis is the new director of production for the Washington National Opera. Taiwan Sun; Ohio Standard; Canada Standard 5/9/2023 A recent report by the Stop AAPI Hate coalition, which was co-founded by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department, was referenced in an article about a Pew study on Asian American identity. (This article was originally published 5/8/2023 by VOA News. It was republished in 50 additional media outlets.) The Denver Gazette; The Brunswick News; Ashtabula Star Beacon 5/9/2023 SF State’s former Confucius Institute language program was mentioned in an article about Mandarin courses and the tensions between China and Taiwan. (This article was originally published 5/5/2023 by The Los Angeles Times.) The Chronicle of Higher Education 5/8/2023 SF State was mentioned in an article about multiple campuses that have had speech-related conflict with diversity administrators. (This article can be accessed by the University community by logging in here: https://idp.sfsu.edu/idp/profile/SAML2/POST/SSO?execution=e1s1.) |
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung discussed being an Asian American evangelical Christian. Chron.com 5/8/2023; The Washington Post 5/3/2023 (This article was originally published 5/3/2023 by The Washington Post. The original article has a paywall.)
Alumnus H. Pike Oliver was interviewed about co-authoring “Transforming the Irvine Ranch: Joan Irvine, William Pereira, Ray Watson, and the Big Plan,” a book about how the Irvine Ranch in Southern California was transformed into a college community. The Sun 5/9/2023; The Orange County Register 5/9/2023 ; Los Angeles Daily News 5/9/2023 (This article was published in five news outlets.)
Environmental activist Randy Hayes, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about a Praxis Peace Institute event. The Sonoma Index-Tribune 5/9/2023
Alumna Chelsea Antrim Dennis is the new director of production for the Washington National Opera. Broadway World 5/8/2023
A recent report by the Stop AAPI Hate coalition, which was co-founded by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department, was referenced in an article about a Pew study on Asian American identity. Taiwan Sun 5/9/2023; Ohio Standard 5/9/2023 ; Canada Standard 5/9/2023 (This article was originally published 5/8/2023 by VOA News. It was republished in 50 additional media outlets.)
SF State’s former Confucius Institute language program was mentioned in an article about Mandarin courses and the tensions between China and Taiwan. The Denver Gazette 5/9/2023; The Brunswick News 5/9/2023; Ashtabula Star Beacon 5/9/2023 (This article was originally published 5/5/2023 by The Los Angeles Times.)
SF State was mentioned in an article about multiple campuses that have had speech-related conflict with diversity administrators. The Chronicle of Higher Education 5/8/2023 (This article can be accessed by the University community by logging in here: https://library.sfsu.edu/chronicle-higher-education. See lead: “Administrators’ Hysterical Response to Campus Controversy”)
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed Alameda County’s new District Attorney Pamela Price. The Mercury News 5/7/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein wrote an editorial about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ decision to ban public school lessons on gender identity and sexual orientation. History News Network 5/7/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was interviewed about job layoffs in the tech sector and at Amazon headquarters. Northwest News Radio 4/26/2023; Northwest News Radio 3/6/2023
Student Mea Montañez commented on the academic challenges she faced after transferring to SF State from a community college. KCBS Radio 5/6/2023; Bluefield Daily Telegraph 5/7/2023; The Argus-Press 5/2/2023 (This article was originally published 5/2/2023 by the Associated Press.)
Alumna and author Gail Tsukiyama was profiled about a speaking event she was part of in celebration of Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month at the Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative in Tampa, Florida. Hillsborough County 5/8/2023
Alumna Karen Sikkenga is a candidate for the Dexter Township Supervisor in Dexter, Michigan. The Sun Times News 5/8/2023
Alumna Aisha Wells was interviewed about becoming a teacher at the SPACE youth performing arts program in Ukiah. The Ukiah Daily Journal 5/7/2023
A Golden Gate Xpress article, which featured an interview with alumnus and former KTVU news anchor Frank Somerville, was discussed. SF Gate 5/7/2023
Alumnus Attilio Tribuzi was interviewed about retiring as the music director for San Matteo High School. San Matteo Daily Journal 5/6/2023
Alumna Julia Dessery and her sisters Evelyn and Diana, were profiled. Fontana Herald News 5/5/2023
A recent report by the Stop AAPI Hate coalition, which was co-founded by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department, was referenced in an article about a PEW study on Asian American identity. VOA News 5/8/2023
SF State’s former Confucius Institute language program was mentioned in an article about Mandarin courses and the tensions between China and Taiwan. MSN 5/5/2023 (This article was originally published by Los Angeles Times.)
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on French workers protesting their government’s pension reform proposal. SF Building Trades Council 5/4/2023
A photo of student Asia Barclay was featured in an article about a recent San Francisco Workers rally. El Tecolote 5/4/2023
Alumnus Rudy Lemcke wrote an editorial about aging, self-expression and identity. San Francisco Bay Times 5/4/2023
Alumna Paula Berry was promoted to senior director of curriculum and instruction for the Tamalpais Union High School District in Larkspur. Marin Independent Journal 5/4/2023
SF State’s former Confucius Institute language program was mentioned in an article about Mandarin courses and the tensions between China and Taiwan. Los Angeles Times 5/5/2023
Continued reports on anti-Asian violence to the Stop AAPI Hate website, launched by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department in 2020, was discussed in an article about language use when writing/speaking about celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Rochester Women Magazine 5/4/2023
President Lynn Mahoney commented in an article about redefining harm, First Amendment rights and controversial guest speakers on college campuses. The Chronicle of Higher Education 5/3/2023
Emeritus Faculty member Felix Kury discussed the 1990s boycott of Folgers Coffee. KQED-FM 5/3/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on allegations that Amazon Labor Union’s vice president assaulted his girlfriend. Business Insider 5/3/2023; Yahoo! Finance 5/3/2023; Canada Today 5/3/2023 (This article was originally published by Business Insider.)
Research on human consciousness by Professor of Philosophy Carlos Montemayor was discussed. Newswise 5/1/2023 (This article was originally published 4/28/2023 by Ruhr-Universität Bochum.)
Former faculty member John Irwin’s role as the founder of Project Rebound was discussed in an article about the success of the program at California State University and University of California campuses. San Quentin News 5/1/2023
Alumnus Jaime Geaga commented on joining the Los Angeles Central Area Planning Commission. Positively Filipino Magazine 5/3/2023
Photos of actor and alumnus Delroy Lindo and his friends were discussed. The Spirit 5/1/2023
Alumnus Shamann Walton’s new biography, “From Juvenile Hall to City Hall: Your Resume Can Change,” was discussed in an editorial. The Sun Reporter 5/3/2023
Alumna Maria Angélica Garcia is the new superintendent/president of Santa Rosa Junior College. Diverse: Issues in Higher Education 5/3/2023
Artist and alumna Sally Saul was interviewed about her life in art and working with husband Peter Saul. Cultured Magazine 5/3/2023
Music by Pardoner, a band made up of SF State alums Max Freeland, Trey Flanigan and River van den Berghe, was reviewed. 48 Hills 5/1/2023
The 2020 launch of the Stop AAPI Hate by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department was discussed in an op-ed about a new survey highlighting the increase in anti-Asian hate. USA Today 5/4/2023
SF State’s plan to offer free and discounted courses to assist people impacted by mass layoffs was discussed in multiple articles. San Francisco Examiner 5/4/2023; The Business Journals 5/4/2023
The Family Acceptance Project at SF State was discussed in an article about California Assembly Bill 957, which would give trans and intersex youth more control over their gender identity. Bay Area Reporter 5/3/2023
A 2018 study by researchers at SF State on the psychological effects of smartphone usage was discussed in an article about the neurologic impact of smartphone use. News Directory 3 5/3/2023
The 2020 launch of the Stop AAPI Hate by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department was discussed in an article about celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander month. Aol. 5/2/2023
SF State Professor of Cinema Julian Hoxter commented on the Writers Guild of America strike. The Atlantic 5/2/2023
Alumnus and co-founder of commercial real estate brokerage firm Marcus & Millichap George Marcus was honored with a lifetime achievement award by Connect Commercial Real Estate. West Virginia News 5/3/2023
Professor of Biology Katharyn Boyer co-wrote an article about the value of supporting SF State’s Estuary & Ocean Science Center in Tiburon. Marin Independent Journal 4/28/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Wei Ming Dariotis commented on comedian W. Kamau Bell’s new documentary “1000% Me: Growing Up Mixed,” which features multiracial families discussing the issues they’ve faced. San Francisco Chronicle 4/28/2023
Student Mea Montañez commented on the academic challenges she faced after transferring to SF State from a community college. Associated Press 4/30/2023; ABC News 4/30/2023; SF Gate 5/1/2023 (This article was originally published by the Associated Press. It was republished in over 240 media outlets.)
The 1968 student strike that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State was discussed in an article about varying views on ethnic studies nationwide. Truthout 4/28/2023
April
Associate Professor of Communication Studies Vivian Huang wrote an op-ed about performance artist Tehching Hsieh’s one-year performance called “Time Clock Piece.” Frieze 4/28/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung was quoted in an article about an upcoming seminar on hate crime awareness in San Francisco. World Journal 4/28/2023
Associate Professor of Economics Venoo Kakar commented on the potential closure of First Republic Bank in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 4/27/2023
Associate Professor of English Language and Literature Robert Kohls discussed the benefits of ChatGPT. CBS Bay Area 4/27/2023
Research on human consciousness by Professor of Philosophy Carlos Montemayor was featured in multiple stories. Ruhr-Universität Bochum 4/28/2023; Gütsel News 4/28/2023 (These articles are in German.)
Late Professor Emerita of Speech and Communication Studies Sally Gearhart was profiled. LGBTQ Nation 4/15/2023
Students Eva Flores Hernandez and Sydni Taylor commented on whether or not universities should participate in school ranking reports. EdSource 4/28/2023
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi was profiled in an article about the 2023 GI Film Festival in San Diego. East County Magazine 4/26/2023
Associate Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Jason Ferreira and the efforts by the 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front to implement ethnic studies programs at the University were referenced in an article criticizing ethnic studies curricula for K-12 students. The Daily Signal 4/26/2023
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed Iran’s current protest movement. KQED Forum 4/25/2023
Student Talya K. Brass is the new executive director of Congregation Am Tikvah in San Francisco. J.Weekly 4/27/2023
Alumna Kathryn Lybarger was interviewed about running for a seat on the California state senate. Bay Area Reporter 4/26/2023
Alumnus Christina Rhoads was interviewed about an art show she is directing. Turlock Journal 4/25/2023
Director of SF State’s Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed Iran’s current protest movement. KQED 4/26/2023
SF State alumnus Doug McKechnie is profiled for being a pioneer in electronic music, specifically for his performances on the Moog synthesizer. MusicRadar 4/25/2023
Associate Professor of Journalism Sachi Cunningham, who specializes in photographing ocean waves, commented on an award-winning AI-generated surfing image. Essentially Sports 4/25/2023
The cost of tuition at SF State was mentioned in an article about one high school student’s decision to attend community college. Los Angeles Times 4/25/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a union victory at a Trader Joe’s in Oakland. KQED News 4/21/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung wrote an op-ed about how tensions between the U.S. and China could create more anti-Asian hate. Press City of Atlantic 4/18/2023 (This article was originally posted in The Los Angeles Times.)
Owner of Valencia Cyclery Paul Olszewski, an alumnus, was interviewed about the San Francisco shop. Mission Local 4/23/2023
Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Jamillah Moore was quoted in an article about the groundbreaking for the West Campus Green student housing project. Civil Structure Engineer 4/20/2023
Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto discussed how facial expressions can help distinguish real photos from AI-generated photos. National Geographic 4/21/2023
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln wrote an editorial about how the COVID-19 pandemic highlights the need for better planning for future pandemics. The Nation 4/21/2023
Emeritus Biology Faculty JR Blair discussed the best places to hike in the Bay Area. KQED 4/20/2023
Founder of the Mwangi-Mukami Low-Income Families Endowment and the National Youth Parliament of Kenya Mwangi Mukami, an alumnus, was profiled. The Nairobian 4/21/2023; The Standard 4/21/2023
Alumnus Phillip Jones commented on graduating from San Francisco’s behavioral health court, a program developed to improve public safety by helping offenders with mental health challenges. The San Francisco Standard 4/21/2023
SF State is number five on a list of top public colleges for high-paying jobs in accounting. The Wall Street Journal 4/18/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung wrote an op-ed about how tensions between the U.S. and China could create more anti-Asian hate. Boston Herald 4/20/2023
Professor of Cinema Daniel Bernardi was interviewed about his life and career. SD Voyager 4/17/2023
Resident Advisor Grayce Honza discussed coordinating communications between CSU and UC students involving the student worker strike. KXJZ-FM 4/19/2023
Alumnus Thomas Harvey is the new captain of the San Francisco Police Department’s Mission Station. Mission Local 4/20/2023
Actor and alumnus Delroy Lindo discussed his leading role in the new television series “UnPrisoner.” The Hollywood Reporter 4/19/2023
Alumna Imelda Carrasco was interviewed about taking on the new role of publisher for 48 Hills. 48 Hills 4/17/2023
Alumna Catie Thow Garcia was interviewed about being the new sustainability manager for Sausalito. Marin Independent Journal 4/10/2023
A photo of SF State students walking on campus was featured in an article about CSU students supporting the unionization of student assistants. San Francisco Chronicle 4/17/2023
American actor Carol Locatell, an alumna, died April 11. WJAX-TV 4/18/2023; WSB-AM 4/18/2023; KIRO TV 4/18/2023
SF State’s plan to offer free and discounted courses to assist people impacted by mass layoffs was discussed in a story about tech layoffs. KNTV-TV 4/20/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung wrote an op-ed about how tensions between the U.S. and China could create more anti-Asian hate. Clayton News Daily 4/18/2023 (This article was originally published in The Los Angeles Times.)
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a union campaign at Ben & Jerry’s in Burlington, Vermont. The Boston Globe 4/17/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Alumnus Luis Alberto Mier was discussed in an article about the closure of La Canasta, a restaurant he owns in San Francisco. SF Gate 4/18/2023
American actor Carol Locatell, an alumna, died this morning. The Hollywood Reporter 4/18/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung wrote an op-ed about how tensions between the U.S. and China could create more anti-Asian hate. Los Angeles Times 4/17/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a union campaign at Ben & Jerry’s in Burlington, Vermont. The Washington Post 4/17/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Alumna Danica Remy was interviewed about being the co-founder of Asteroid Day, an annual global event which is held on June 30 with the purpose of educating people about asteroids. Marin Independent Journal 4/15/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed San Francisco government’s response to concerns city residents have about high crime rates in an article about the recent death of Cash App founder Bob Lee. The Guardian 4/13/2023
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee was a guest speaker on a radio program about political identity in the Bay Area’s Asian American community. Mid Pacific 4/13/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on proposed legislation that would do away with tenure for faculty members at state universities. USA Today 4/13/2023; Springfield News-Leader 4/13/2023; MSN 4/13/2023
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley is a panelist in a webinar on how law enforcement and educators can work together to improve school safety. Police 1 4/11/2023
Alumna Alana May Johnson was interviewed about starting a book club during the pandemic. Alta Online 4/13/2023
Alumna Maria Angélica Garcia is the new superintendent/president for Santa Rosa Junior College. The Press Democrat 4/11/2023
Labor Studies Professor and Chair John Logan commented on the financial accounting of labor unions in an article about a prominent labor leader and the Amazon Labor Union. Business Insider 4/12/2023
Professor Emeritus of Health Education José Ramón Fernández-Peña discussed the Welcome Back Initiative, a program he started at SF State that helps immigrant medical professionals become eligible to practice medicine in the U.S. The Chronicle of Higher Education 4/12/23
Alumna Malia Spanyola has opened a new lesbian bar in San Francisco named Mother. Edge Media 4/11/2023
Professor of Cinema Johnny Symons commented on the recent news that scientists created baby mice from dads, foretelling a day when it may be possible for same-sex couples to have biological children. Hartford Courant 4/11/2023; The Mendocino Beacon 4/11/2023 (This article was originally published 4/10/2023 by the Bay Area News Group.)
The start of ethnic studies courses at SF State in the 1960s was discussed in an article about statewide curricula for grades K-12. Times of San Diego 4/10/2023 (This article was originally published by CalMatters.)
SF State Professor of Cinema Johnny Symons commented on the recent news that scientists created baby mice from dads, foretelling a day when it may be possible for same-sex couples to have biological children. San Jose Mercury News 4/10/2023; East Bay Times 4/10/2023; SiliconValley.com 4/10/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor Studies John Logan commented on a firm that specializes in undermining unions. Truthout 4/7/2023
SF State is one of five universities chosen by the U.S. Department of Energy to participate in a program aimed at training workers for jobs in the green energy sector. UPI 4/7/2023
Alum Misha G. Cornelius has been named Howard University’s director of public relations in the Office of University Communications. Educational Trends 4/6/2023
Student Emily “Emi” Watson is a candidate for Northern California Cherry Blossom Queen. Rafu Shimpo 4/6/2023
The start of ethnic studies courses at SF State in the 1960s was discussed in an article about statewide curricula for grades K-12. San Mateo Daily Journal 4/6/2023 (This article was originally published 3/29/2023 by CalMatters. It was republished by over 20 media outlets.)
Alumna Dominique DiPrima hosted the hip hop-themed show “Home Turf” on KRON-TV in the 1980s. KQED 4/5/2023
A program at the San Mateo County Youth Services Center has helped students attend SF State and other universities after their release from incarceration. The Imprint 4/5/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz's testimony at a Senate hearing held last Wednesday. Restaurant Dive 3/31/2023
Former faculty member and co-founder of the University’s Black Studies Department Sonia Sanchez is featured. Here & Now 3/31/2023
Executive Director of the Willie L. Brown Jr. Institute on Politics and Public Service at SF State Eleanor Johns died Saturday. San Francisco Chronicle 4/2/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on a ban on travel to states with anti-LGBTQ laws for California state employees. Herald-Standard 3/29/2023; Associated Press 3/29/2023 (This article was originally published by the Associated Press.)
Board member of the Community Foundation of Sonoma County Aiko-Sophie Ezaki, an alumna, was interviewed about working in non-profit. Sonoma Sun 4/2/2023
Catherine Cruz, an alumna and host of the Hawaii Public Radio show The Conversation, was profiled. Spectrum News Hawaii 3/30/2023
The 1968 student strike at SF State and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies were discussed in an article about lessons from banned books. Salon 3/31/2023
The start of ethnic studies courses at SF State in the 1960s was discussed in an article about statewide curricula for grades K-12. SFGate 3/31/2023; ABC 7 3/31/2023; CBS 8 3/30/2023 (This article was originally published 3/29/2023 by CalMatters. It was republished by over 20 media outlets.)
March
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley commented on a recent hearing for the Hercules man who led police on a high-speed chase that caused a fatal collision. San Francisco Chronicle 3/30/2023
Professor Emeritus of History Robert Cherny’s book “Harry Bridges: Labor Radical, Labor Legend” was reviewed. The New York Review 3/30/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Former faculty member John Irwin’s role as the founder of Project Rebound was discussed in an article about the success of the program at California State University, Fullerton. The Orange County Register 3/30/2023
SF State Associate Professor of Cinema Artel Great discussed his appointment as cultural critic at the Museum of the African Diaspora. KALW 3/29/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz’s testimony during a Senate hearing held Tuesday. KCBS-AM 3/29/2023
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley participated in a webinar about an award-winning wellness program the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s office developed for its officers. Police1 3/29/2023; 4 States News 3/29/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on a proposed ban on travel to states with anti-LGBTQ laws for California state employees. CityNews Toronto 3/29/2023; KCRA 3/29/2023
Activist, actor and artist Danny Glover, an alumnus, was profiled. Not Born Yesterday 3/29/2023
Founder of the San Geronimo Valley Community Center Jean Berensmeier, an alumna, died March 15. Marin Independent Journal 3/29/2023
SF State’s Accessible Comics Collective was cited in an interview with an artist who specializes in accessible illustration. Creative Bloom 3/30/2023
The start of ethnic studies courses at SF State in the 1960s was discussed in an article about statewide curricula for grades K-12. Desert Sun 3/30/2023; Lost Coast Outpost 3/30/2023; CalMatters 3/29/2023 (This article was originally published by CalMatters.)
SF State was included in a list of top colleges near Berkeley. California.com 3/28/23
Biology Professor Vance Vredenburg was quoted in an article about a deadly fungus impacting amphibians in Africa. The East African 3/28/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was quoted in an article about the distribution of responsibilities in San Francisco city government. San Francisco Chronicle 3/28/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Former NASA astronaut Yvonne Cagle, an alumna, was profiled in an article about successful Black women in space exploration. The Seattle Medium 3/28/2023
Alumna Sarah Lamb was profiled. D Magazine 3/28/2023
American musician Nathan Chavin, an alumnus known by the stage name Chinga Chavin, died March 15. Jewish Telegraph Agency 3/27/2023; Cleveland Jewish News 3/27/2023; The Forward 3/27/2023
Bay Area graffiti artist “Spie One,” an alumnus who helped paint the Malcom X mural on the Cesar Chavez Student Center while attending SF State, was profiled. That’s My Word 3/22/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about author and illustrator Thi Bui. Chico Enterprise-Record 3/28/2023; Oroville Mercury-Register 3/28/2023
Assistant Professor of Psychology Gaurav Suri commented on the impact the artificial intelligence model ChatGPT will have on creativity, judgment and decision-making. Axios 3/25/2023
Biology Professor Vance Vredenburg was quoted in an article about a deadly fungus that’s decimating amphibian populations in Africa. CNN 3/25/2023; WESH-TV 3/25/2023; MSN Health & Fitness 3/25/2023 (This article was originally published by CNN. It was featured in over 40 publications.)
Professor of Psychology David Matsumoto commented on the sounds we make when moving. The New York Times 3/24/2023 (University account access to The New York Times can be found here: https://libguides.sfsu.edu/newspapers/new-york-times.)
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on San Francisco Supervisor Ahsha Safaí’s anticipated run against Mayor London Breed in next year’s election. The San Francisco Standard 3/23/2023
Student James Dominguez discussed his experience with Code Next, an Oakland-based after school program designed to make tech more accessible. Ed Surge 3/27/2023
SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi, who went missing in the Pacific Jan. 19, was mentioned in an article about the search for a missing surfer in Pacifica. San Francisco Examiner 3/23/2023
Retired microbial ecologist Charlie Culbertson, an alumnus, was interviewed about his career. The Lincoln County News 3/27/2023
Alumnus and former SF State administrator Leroy Morishita was named interim president of the CSU. The Rafu Shimpo 3/25/2023; California State University News 3/23/2023; The Orange County Register 3/23/2023 (This topic was covered by over 13 media outlets.)
Alumnus Justin Crossley was interviewed about co-founding the “Brewing Network,” a podcast about beer brewing. The Mercury News 3/23/2023; MSN 3/23/2023; Marin Independent Journal 3/23/2023
SF State was listed as one of the top colleges near Daly City, California. California.com 3/24/2023
The 1968 student strike and the establishment of a Black Studies program at SF State were mentioned in an op-ed about a protest at Stanford by law students. The Chronicle of Higher Education 3/23/2023 (The full article can be read by logging in at https://www-chronicle-com.jpllnet.sfsu.edu/)
The 1968 establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State was mentioned in an op-ed about the benefits of ethnic studies programs in California schools. San Francisco Chronicle 3/25/2023
Associate Professor of Jewish Studies Rachel Gross discussed Trader Joe’s-branded matzah. The Jerusalem Post 3/23/2023; Jewish Telegraph Agency 3/22/2023; J.Weekly 3/22/2023(This article was originally published 3/22/2023 by Jewish Telegraph Agency. It was featured in four additional media outlets.)
University Clinical Counselor Susan Chen discussed why the CSU should listen to faculty counselors in their efforts to improve mental health and well-being of students. California Faculty Association 3/23/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook commented on research on octopi neurology. Science News 3/23/2023; Samachar Central 3/23/2023
SF State research on hand gestures was referenced in an article about why some cultures speak with their hands while others don’t. Babbel Magazine 3/23/2023
A study by researchers at SF State on the academic benefits of good posture was cited in an article about how posture impacts confidence. Axios 3/22/2023; MSN 3/22/2023 (This article was originally published by Axios.)
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung testified to the need for essential workers to learn Cantonese. KQED 3/22/2023
American Indian Studies Lecturer Eddie Madril is the artistic director and a dancer in the Sewam American Indian Dance show. San Diego Tribune 3/22/2023
SF State Biology Professor Vance Vredenburg published research about a deadly fungus that’s decimating amphibian populations in Africa. Outdoors 3/20/2023
Alumna Laura Meyer opened her first-ever pizza restaurant, Pizzeria Da Laura, in Berkeley. Berkeleyside 3/22/2023
Alumnus Mario Vasquez Zuniga was profiled. Capitol Weekly 3/22/2023
Alumnus George Marcus was included in a list of the 50 wealthiest Greek Americans. The National Herald 3/22/2023
Emily Beitiks, interim director of the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability, was referenced in an op-ed about a disability rights exhibit at the Park City Museum in Utah. Park Record 3/21/2023
Professor Emeritus of Economics Ralph Anspach’s creation of an anti-monopoly board game was discussed in an article about a documentary on the inventors of the game Monopoly. Haaretz 3/21/2023
Student Zaynah Shaikh discussed what celebrating Ramadan means to her. KQED 3/20/2023
1960s activism at SF State that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies was cited in an article about the free Muni movement in San Francisco. Mission Local 3/21/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales was quoted in an article about California’s ethnic studies curriculum requirements. San Francisco Chronicle 3/20/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on how new Oakland District Attorney Pamela Price is handling crime in the city. SF Gate 3/20/2023; Record Patriot 3/20/2023; Washington Post 3/20/2023
Professor and Chair of Modern Languages & Literatures Charles Egan’s book “Voices of Angel Island: Inscriptions and Immigrant Poetry, 1910-1945” was reviewed. Nichi Bei Times 3/19/2023
Professor for the School of Music Hafez Modirzadeh discussed the 2023 Persian New Year. The San Francisco Standard 3/18/2023
Alumna Regina Louise’s experiences in the foster care system inspired a movie, “I Am Somebody’s Child,” which recently aired on the Lifetime television network. Lifetime 3/18/2023
Alumnus Jim Mellen, a member of the 1960s radical group The Weathermen, died February 17. New York Times 3/17/2023
Author Malcom Harris discussed the 1960s protest at SF State that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies during a talk for his new book about the history of Silicon Valley. C-Span 2 3/1/2023 (Time stamp: 44:43)
Dean for the College of Science & Engineering Carmen Domingo was quoted in an article about grant funding the University will receive from the Gilead Foundation. San Francisco Business Times 3/17/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Research about a killer fungus wreaking havoc on amphibian populations in Africa by Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg was discussed. Nature World News 3/16/2023
Chicana artist Amalia Mesa-Bains, an alumna, was interviewed about her art and career. 48 Hills 3/9/2023
Music producer and DJ Lindsey Herbert, an alumna, was interviewed about her career. LA Weekly 3/15/2023
SF State’s history as a leader in ethnic studies was mentioned in an op-ed about an Ohio Senate bill that would end diversity training mandates and other equity-oriented efforts. The Columbus Dispatch 3/16/2023
A downed tree on the SF State campus was mentioned in an article about storm damage in the Bay Area. ABC7 News 3/15/2023
SF State poetry graduate student and Iraqi native Zêdan Xelef and other poets discussed the 20th anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. KQED 3/15/2023
SF State Professor of Biology Vance Vredenburg published research about a killer fungus wreaking havoc on amphibian populations in Africa. Washington Post 3/15/2023; Forbes 3/15/2023; Phys.org 3/15/2023; SF Gate 3/15/2023; New Scientist 3/15/2023; MSN News 3/15/2023
SF State Professor of History Marc Stein discussed his new project documenting more than 600 LGBTQ+ protests between 1965 and 1973. Xtra Magazine 3/15/2023
Professor of Political Science James Martel was quoted in an article about a new book on author Horatio Alger. Rolling Stone 3/14/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Professor of Biology Edward J Carpenter was quoted in an article about a study he co-wrote on growing concerns of plastic particles in the ocean. Oceanographic Magazine 3/14/2023
Alumna Vivian Myrtetus was interviewed about joining Converge Public Strategies, a government relations communications company. Florida Politics 3/14/2023
Research from SF State shows people can improve alertness just by sniffing coffee. KPLA 3/15/2023 (Clip not available online.)
SF State warned the campus community to be careful of large trees after several toppled during a storm. KRON4 3/14/2023
A CSU housing project at SF State was discussed in an article about statewide student housing issues. Los Angeles Times 3/14/2023
The 1960s student protests that led to the Black Studies program at SF State were mentioned in an article about the music of Idris Ackamoor. San Francisco Classical Voice 3/13/2023
Student Lorissa Carin discussed the new film “Everything Everywhere All At Once.” Mashable 3/11/2023; MSN 3/11/2023; Washington Dailies 3/11/2023 (This article was originally published by Mashable and was republished by three media outlets.)
Alumnus Greg M. Schwartz wrote a review of Pearl Jam’s 1998 album “Yield.” PopMatters 3/13/2023
Professor of Theatre and Dance Yutian Wong discussed the history and benefits of ballroom dancing in the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. San Francisco Chronicle 3/10/2023
SF State Journalism students partnered with El Tecolote to write an article about how improper dental care for incarcerated people creates challenges for them when they are released. El Tecolote 3/9/2023
Alumna Sharon Ranals was named permanent city manager for South San Francisco. San Mateo Daily Journal 3/10/2023
Alumnus Conall Jones discussed his Oscar-nominated documentary “Stranger at the Gate,” about a Muslim-hating veteran who overcame his prejudice and converted to Islam. KCBW-TV 3/9/2023 (Clip not available.)
Professor of Cinema Joseph McBride commented on the story behind the film “The Fablemans,” which is based on the life of filmmaker Steven Spielberg. The Philadephia Inquirer 3/9/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on a San Francisco official’s proposal to repeal state travel bans. Bay Area Reporter 3/8/2023
Professor of Biology Edward J Carpenter was quoted in an article about a study he co-wrote on growing concerns of plastic particles in the ocean. News Concerns 3/8/2023
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John P. Monteverdi discussed concerns about the impact an upcoming rainstorm will have on Southern California. KNX-AM 3/8/2023 (Time stamp: 1:29)
Alumnus and entrepreneur Chris Larsen discussed his plan to donate $2 million to retail districts in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 3/9/2023
Alumnus Jesus Lopez commented on efforts to improve Franklin Boulevard in Sacramento. Sacramento News & Review 3/9/2023
American actor and former professional football player Carl Weathers, an alumnus, was profiled. Michigan Sports Zone 3/9/2023
Alumna Ashley Howe was interviewed about being the new parks and recreation director for Corte Madera. Marin Independent Journal 3/9/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about the 2023 Farm Bill. The Hill 3/7/23
Professor Emeritus of Management John Sullivan shared his expertise in an article about how to conduct an effective job interview. American Talk 3/7/2023
SF State Professor of Women and Gender Studies Nan Alamilla Boyd and History Lecturer Sue Englander were identified as potential nominees for an open seat on the city’s Historic Preservation Commission after a mayoral appointee was rejected. Bay Area Reporter 3/7/2023
Alumna and Tracy community leader Rhodesia Ransom plans to run for the California Senate in District 5. Manteca/Ripon Bulletin 3/8/2023
Alumna Ella Jenkins was highlighted during Women’s History Month for her contributions to children’s music. NewsBreak 3/7/2023
Professor of Social Work Rashmi Gupta was quoted in an article about care for South Asian senior citizens. India Currents 3/6/2023
Professor of Psychology Zena Mello, Graduate Assistant Ilke Bayazitli and grad students Julia Moon and Rebecca Lieber co-authored a study on time perspective and mental health. Mdpi 3/2/2023
Alumna Priscilla Sims Brown was interviewed about her work as the president and CEO of Amalgamated Bank. New York Times 3/7/2023
Alumnus Josh Thomas, co-owner of Thomas Family Farm, discussed hosting an annual filmmaking summer camp. Santa Cruz Sentinel 3/4/2023
Actor and former student Harry Shum Jr. was profiled. The Wall Street Journal 3/7/2023
Assistant Professor of Cinema Artel Great was interviewed about becoming the new cultural critic in residence for the Museum of the African Diaspora. Before It’s News 3/4/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed Starbucks and the labor union movement. The Source 3/4/2023
Professor Emeritus of History Robert Cherny discussed a recent call to reject San Francisco Mayor London Breed’s appointee to the city’s Historic Preservation Commission. Bay Area Reporter 3/3/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein discussed a recent study he and student researchers published on LGBTQ protests of the 1960s and 1970s. Philadephia Gay News 3/2/2023
The founding of Project Rebound at SF State in 1967 was discussed in an article about the benefits of higher education for current and formerly incarcerated students. The Chronicle of Higher Education 3/3/2023
SF State’s Disability Programs and Resource Center recently led a tour for deaf and hard-of-hearing high school students. Alameda Sun 3/2/2023
Crave, a KSFS radio show started by Professor of Broadcast Communication Arts Jeff Jacoby, has been discussed by three Italian media outlets. Corriere Della Sera 2/27/2023; Aise 2/27/2023; il Cittadino Italiano 2/27/2023 (Links are to articles that have already been translated.)
Several final projects from an SF State class on audio journalism were aired as part of a radio special titled “The Future of the Bay Area.” KQED 2/22/2023
Cinematographer Laura Valladao, an alumna, was interviewed about filming in Fremont. The Daily Californian 3/3/2023
Artist Amalia Mesa-Bains, an alumna, was interviewed about her work. San Francisco Chronicle 3/3/2023
Artist Juan R. Fuentes, an alumnus, was interviewed about being part of a short film on the history of California’s field workers called “Strawberry Picker.” The Pajaronian 3/2/2023
Alumna Bianucci Rus was interviewed about receiving Novato’s Citizen of the Year award. Marin Independent Journal 3/2/2023
In 2010 SF State researchers found a fungus in Malaysia that they named after the cartoon character SpongeBob SquarePants. The Star 3/3/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the recent firing of employees at Sun County Airlines. Star Tribune 3/2/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the backlash Starbucks is receiving after implementing a return-to-office policy for corporate employees. Restaurant Dive 3/2/2023
Late community activist Ruth Williams, a former faculty member, was quoted in an article about the environmentally hazardous history of Bayview-Hunters Point. 48 Hills 3/2/2023
Director of Cinema Arts and Senior Curator at the Exploratorium Liz Keim, an alumna, was interviewed about her 40 years showing experimental films at the interactive museum. San Francisco Chronicle 3/2/2023
Artist Juan R. Fuentes, an alumnus, was interviewed about being part of a short film on the history of California’s field workers called “Strawberry Picker.” Good Times 3/1/2023
Author and alumna Cal Orey wrote an article about how author John Steinbeck inspired her to write her book “Soulmates with Paws: A Collection of Tales & Tails.” Tahoe Daily Tribune 2/28/2023
With the help of student researchers, Professor of History Marc Stein published a new study that documents over 600 early LGBTQ protests. Bay Area Reporter 3/1/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on a coal worker strike in Alabama. NPR 2/28/2023 (This story was broadcast on more than five public radio stations.)
Associate Professor of Cinema Steve Choe commented on the 20th anniversary of William Friedkin’s “The Hunted,” a film set in Oregon. Willamette Week 2/28/2023
Alumnus Joel Eis wrote a book about the evolution of his radical politics and activism. Pacific Sun 2/28/2023
“Strawberry Picker,” a short film about artist and alumnus Juan R. Fuentes, debuts at the Watsonville Film Festival. Good Ties 2/28/2023
February
Assistant Professor of Cinema Artel Great was interviewed about becoming the new cultural critic in residence for the Museum of the African Diaspora. Black News Portal 2/27/2023; San Francisco Bay View 2/27/2023
Lecturer of Special Education Elana Naftalin-Kelman was quoted in an article about Berkeley High School’s decision to hold graduation on Shabbat. J. Weekly 2/27/2023
Alumnus Ernest J. Gaines has been honored with a stamp as part of the United States Postal Service’s Black Heritage series. Times-Herald 2/27/2023; The Reporter 2/27/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in a story about independent unions. Bloomberg Law 2/27/2023
Professor of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Erik Peper wrote an article about the physiological symptoms of anxiety. Townsend Letter 2/26/2023
Poetry by Lecturer of Latina/Latino Studies Leticia Hernández-Linares was discussed. Women’s Voices of Change 2/26/2023
Professor of International Relations Andrei P. Tsygankov wrote an article about the current war between Russia and Ukraine. Canadian Dimension 2/26/2023
Professor Emerita of Journalism Betty Medsger discussed how the arrest of Wikileaks founder Julian Assange highlights threats to first amendment rights. C-Span 2/25/2023 (Time stamp: 1:51)
Associate Professor of Elementary Education Christy Lao wrote an article about Mandarin classes in high school. Language Magazine 2/24/2023
An article about the indie band Turnouts mentions that members met while attending SF State. Obscure Sound 2/25/2023
An upcoming exhibit by the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability at SF State was discussed. Park Record 2/25/2025
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan wrote an op-ed on the next secretary of Labor. The Hill 2/23/2023
Professor Emeritus of English Michael Krasny was interviewed about his new podcast “Grey Matter with Michael Krasny.” Pacific Sun 2/22/2023
Student Sara Ouchene commented on the San Francisco school district’s reversal of its decision to recognize Muslim holidays Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha in schools. The Arab American News 2/24/2023
Alumna Sparky Harlan was interviewed about retiring as the CEO of the Bill Wilson Center. SF Gate 2/24/2023 (This article was originally published 2/22/2023 by San José Spotlight.)
Filmmaker Oscar Williams, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about the premiere of his film “Five on the Black Hand Side.” St. Thomas Source 2/22/2023 (This article was republished by four media outlets.)
Alumnus Mark Orcutt is the new president & CEO/executive director of the East Bay Leadership Council (EBLC) and Contra Costa Economic Partnership (CCEP). The Richmond Standard 2/22/2023
SF State’s fall 2023 transfer deadline was listed in an article about the upcoming academic year. AS USA 2/24/2023
SF State research on the psychology of purchasing experiences was cited in an article about ways to boost well-being. BBC Science Focus 2/24/2023
The establishment of the Africana Studies department at SF State was mentioned in an article about the lack of Black history education in public schools. The 19th 2/23/2023; USA Today 2/23/2023
Assistant Professor of Sociology Jen Reck was mentioned in an article about a survey on business ownership in San Francisco’s Castro District. Bay Area Reporter 2/22/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on a union campaign at the Bay Area nonprofit Felton Institute. KQED 2/22/2023 (Timestamp: 3:04)
Director of SF State’s Family Acceptance Project Caitlyn Ryan was quoted in an article about the mental health benefits of high school support groups for LGBTQ students. HealthDay News 2/21/2023; United Press International 2/21/2023 (This article was originally published 2/21/2023 by HealthDay News. It was republished by over 90 media outlets.)
Chief Administrative Officer for Sutter Solano Medical Center Kelley Jaeger-Jackson, an alumna, discussed how the medical center is handling staffing challenges. North Bay Business Journal 2/23/2023
Alumna Sparky Harlan was interviewed about retiring as the CEO of the Bill Wilson Center. San José Spotlight 2/22/2023
Mental health advocate Juan Acosta, an alumnus, was interviewed about how he overcame bullying. LGBTQ Nation 2/20/2023
Asian American Studies Professor Isabelle Thuy Pelaud commented on progress made in the publishing industry for publishing books by diverse authors in a story about a rising Asian American literary star. San Jose Mercury News 2/22/2023; East Bay Times 2/22/2023; Boston Herald 2/22/2023; Marin Independent Journal 2/22/2023
Cinema Professor Joseph McBride commented on the 1930s Oscar-winning film adaptation of Eric Maria Remarque’s novel “All Quiet on the Western Front” and the latest film remake. Los Angeles Times 2/22/2023
Director of SF State’s Family Acceptance Project Caitlyn Ryan was quoted in an article about the mental health benefits of high school support groups for LGBTQ students. St. Louis Post Dispatch 2/21/2023
Professor Emeritus of English Michael Krasny came out of retirement to host a podcast and teach a class. Bohemian 2/21/2023
Big wave photographer and Associate Professor of Journalism Sachi Cunningham was profiled for her photography. New York Times 2/17/2023
Africana Studies Lecturer Dave “Davey D” Cook wrote an article about how this year’s Grammy Awards highlighted the success of hip-hop. Pollstar 2/20/2023
Kansas City Chiefs coach Andy Reid discussed a play he used to run when he was offensive line coach at SF State from 1983 to 1985. Kansas City Star 2/22/2023
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis E. Desjardin commented on the neurologic benefits of the Lion’s Mane mushroom. Nutra Ingredients 2/17/2023
Professor Emeritus of Economics Ralph Anspach’s creation of an anti-monopoly board game was discussed in an article about a documentary on the inventors of the game Monopoly. Chicago Sun-Times 2/17/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a national cease-and-desist order filed against Starbucks regarding firing union organizers. Law 360 2/17/2023
The Crellin Pauling Student Teaching Award, named after an SF State professor, was discussed in an article about grad student research on COVID-19 and AIDS transmission-blocking drugs. Hispanic Engineer & Information Technology 2/20/2023
The 1968 student strike at SF State was discussed in multiple articles about the first Black studies program in the U.S. World History News 2/18/2023; History 2/17/2023
SF State was mentioned in a story about concerns of students cheating through the use of the artificial intelligence model ChatGPT. NBC Bay Area 2/17/2023
Professor of Anthropology C. Sarah Soh-Boucher co-wrote an article on books about women during World War II. Literary Hub 2/17/2023
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán discussed whether or not animals feel love. Scientific American 2/17/2023
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein’s retirement announcement. Spectrum News 1 2/16/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a union campaign at a Tesla facility in Buffalo, New York. The New York Times 2/16/2023
“Shikata Ga Nai (It Cannot Be Helped),” a 2022 short film by alumnus Kevin Kodama, was discussed in an article about films of remembrance and Japanese American history. Nichi Bei 2/16/2023
The romance between writer and educator Lisa Smartt, an alumna, and a Keith Richards tribute artist was discussed. USA Times 2/17/2023; The New York Times 2/16/2023
Alumna Linda Mills was named president of New York University. Diverse Issues in Higher Ed 2/17/2023; New York Times 2/15/2023; Yahoo! News 2/15/2023
Tom Luddy, a former curator for the Documentary Film Institute at SF State, died Monday. The Wrap 2/14/2023; MSN 2/14/2023
SF State was mentioned in an article about the potential effects of the artificial intelligence model ChatGPT on students and learning. NBC Bay Area 2/17/2023
The 1968 student strike at SF State was discussed in a story about a 1969 strike for Black studies at the University of Wisconsin. WORT fm 2/15/2023; WORT fm 2/8/2023
The history of SF State’s gator mascot was discussed. KRON-TV 2/15/2023
SF State student and Oakland native Kevin Cassman was riding his bike with friends in Oakland when a car swiped them and several other riders. The Oaklandside 2/15/2023
Professor of Theatre and Dance Yutian Wong discussed how her parents, Malaysian immigrants, found community in a ballroom dance studio in Southern California — the same Monterey Park studio where a gunman opened fire Jan. 21. New York Times 2/15/2023
Associate Professor of Kinesiology and cofounder of the Virtual Reality Institute of Health and Exercise Jimmy Bagley discussed the health benefits of using virtual reality games to work out. Men’s Health 2/15/2023
SF State’s campus was listed as one of several CSU campuses that had buildings in need of repair or renovations. Ed Source 2/15/2023
Alumna Linda Mills was named president of New York University. New York Times 2/15/2023; Yahoo! News 2/15/2023
University employee Sandee Noda was quoted in multiple articles about the CSU’s search for a new chancellor. Napa Valley Register 2/13/2023; The Press Democrat 2/13/2023 (The Napa Valley Register article was originally published 2/9/2023 by EdSource. It has a paywall.)
The Pacifica Police Department is looking for a drone operator who was in the area on Jan. 19 when SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi went missing off the coast. KRON 4 2/13/2023; MSN 2/13/2023
Alumnus Ryan Wamhoff is a new member of the Optimist Club of Coronado. Coronado Eagle & Journal 2/13/2023
The 1960s efforts of the Black Student Union and Third World Liberation Front at SF State that led to the establishment of a Black studies program at the University were discussed in an op-ed about the history of Black studies in the U.S. The Guardian 2/14/2023
In 1966, SF State students and faculty gathered in the campus commons to read passages from a book of erotic poetry as an early effort to keep the book from being banned in the city. SF Gate 2/14/2023
The 1968 student strike and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State were mentioned in a news story about the Black Studies department at the University of Nebraska Omaha. WOWT-TV 2/13/2023; WOWT-TV 2/13/2023
Professor of Management Ronald Purser was quoted in an article about Jay Shetty, a storyteller, podcaster and former monk. New York Times 2/13/2023
Associate Professor of Sociology Clare Sears commented on the history of proposals to regulate cross-dressing in the U.S. in an article about a new proposal targeting drag shows. My US Times 2/13/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on mass layoffs in the tech industry. Northwest News Radio 2/11/2023 (Clip not available.)
Student Trey Xavier wrote about his transition to the civilian world after years of incarceration. San Francisco Bay View 2/10/2023; San Francisco Bay View 12/2/2022
Alumna Michaela Perez is a candidate for the Oxnard city council. Ventura County Star 2/11/2023
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid, a former football coach at SF State, discussed the future of the team after their win at the 2023 Superbowl. 247 Sports 2/13/2023
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid, a former football coach at SF State, discussed his favorite rappers in a news segment about him being the 14th head coach in NFL history to win more than one Vince Lombardi Trophy. CBS Morning News 2/12/2023 (Clip not available.)
SF State student activism of the1960s and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State were discussed in an article about the history of Black studies in the U.S. National Geographic 2/13/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Activism at SF State that led to the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies was mentioned in a news segment about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ criticisms of Black studies. MSNBC 2/12/2023 (Clip not available online.)
The 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front and the 1968 student strike were discussed. Outside Lands 2/11/2023
Associate Professor of Humanities and Liberal Studies David M. Peña-Guzmán was awarded a PROSE Award for his book “When Animals Dream: The Hidden World of Animal Consciousness.” Association of American Publishers 2/8/2023
University employee Sandee Noda was quoted in an article about the CSU chancellor forum held yesterday on campus. EdSource 2/9/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung commented on a new federal proposal that would prohibit Chinese citizens from purchasing land in the U.S. USA Today 2/9/2023; MSN 2/9/2023
Assistant Professor of Africana Studies Mark Allan Davis discussed empowering Black students through art and activism. California Faculty Association 2/9/2023
Music Professor Dee Spencer, who founded the Jazz Studies program at SF State and the San Francisco Jazz Organization, was profiled. San Francisco Bay Times 2/9/2023
The career of former SF State President and U.S. Senator S.I. Hayakawa was discussed in an article about current U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein. KQED 2/8/2023
Associate Professor of Journalism Sachi Cunningham commented on the potential for AI to transform photography and photojournalism after a fabricated photo won a surfing photography competition. The San Francisco Standard 2/8/2023
Professor and Chair of Kinesiology Matt Lee commented in an article about mastering the running workout known as speedwork. Yahoo!Sport 2/8/2023
After retiring from KQED and SF State, Professor Emeritus Michael Krasny is launching a book club and podcast. J. Weekly 2/7/2023
Assistant Professor of Political Science Rebecca Eissler commented on President Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address. NBC Bay Area 2/7/2023
The 2017 shooting death of student Sean Moore was discussed in an op-ed. San Francisco Chronicle 2/9/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Photographer and alumnus Joe Ramos was interviewed about photographing San Francisco’s Mission District in the 1970s and 1980s. El Tecolote 2/9/2023
Author Mark Whitaker shared an anecdote about his friend, journalist and alumnus Vern Smith, who experienced a profound transformation at SF State while advocating for Black studies during the historic SF State student strike. Fresh Air 2/8/2023 (This story was rebroadcast on more than 10 public radio stations.)
Alumnus Steven Lee has been instrumental in reinventing San Francisco’s Chinatown by saving a beloved restaurant and opening a new club. The San Francisco Standard 2/8/2023
Alumnus and San Francisco Board of Supervisors President Shamann Walton was profiled. MEAWW 2/8/2023
A 2022 SF State study about the benefits of teaching problem-solving to students was mentioned as a sidebar to an article about a class on emotional regulation at the University of Maryland, College Park. Inside Higher Ed 2/8/2022
Associate Professor of Sociology Jen Reck commented on a hearing on the Castro Theatre’s landmark status held Wednesday at San Francisco City Hall. SF Gate 2/3/2023
Graduate Student Stephanie Mufson was interviewed about being a parade float designer. SF Gate 2/3/2023; Swift Telecast 2/3/2023; Todays Chronic 2/3/2023
Jazz musician John Handy, an alumnus and former faculty member, was interviewed about his career in music. KQED 2/2/2023
Professor Emeritus of Africana Studies Oba T’Shaka was quoted in an article about Florida officials’ lack of support for African American studies classes. Ms. Magazine 2/2/2023
Lecturer of Africana Studies Dave “Davey D” Cook discussed the early days of hip-hop. That’s My Word 2/1/2023
Graduate student Shamawn Wright discussed overcoming obstacles and becoming the founder of Bridge Builders to the New Generation, Inc., a nonprofit organization that helps at-risk middle and high school students in Antioch Unified School District. CBS News 2/1/2023
Alumnus Piero Salussoli, a trust attorney featured in a Netflix documentary about his client, a German shepherd named Gunther who inherited millions of dollars, was profiled. Cinemaholic 2/1/2023
An editorial about attempts by states to restrict African American studies classes in schools mentioned the founding of SF State’s Africana Studies Department in the late 1960s. Washington Post 2/1/2023
The creation of the first Black studies program at SF State was mentioned in a story about the College Board’s approval of the first AP African American studies class. US Times Post 2/1/2023
January
University President Lynn Mahoney was quoted in an article about the approval of grant funding to build additional student housing at SF State. KALW 1/30/2023
Counseling Lecturer Ulash Thakore-Dunlap’s new book “Counseling and Psychotherapy for South Asian Americans: Identity, Psychology, and Clinical Implications” was discussed in an article about the stigma around mental health care in the South Asian American community. AsAm News 1/31/2023
American basketball coach and alumnus Ken Carter, the inspiration for the 2005 film “Coach Carter,” was discussed. The Shahab 1/31/2023
The U.S. Postal Service is honoring the work of author and alumnus Ernest J. Gaines (B.A., ’57) with a new stamp as part of its Black Heritage Series. Plaquemine Post South
The 1960s activism that led to the establishment of the Africana Studies department at SF State was mentioned in an op-ed about Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ lack of support for African American studies classes. The Washington Post 1/31/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
University President Lynn Mahoney was quoted in multiple stories about the approval of grant funding to build additional student housing at SF State. KTVU-TV 1/30/2023; San Francisco Examiner 1/29/2023 (The KTVU clip is not available. The San Francisco Examiner story was originally published 1/27/2023 by EdSource.)
Asian American Studies Professor Jonathan Lee discussed the Year of the Rabbit and Lunar New Year. CNBC 1/28/2023 (This article was published in 13 media outlets.)
Media Relations Specialist Kent Bravo was quoted in an article about opioid overdose prevention and Narcan supplies at schools in the Bay Area. The San Francisco Standard 1/27/2023
Alumnus Harrison Paul was interviewed about volunteering to read to children in Mandarin and English in celebration of Chinese New Year. Daily Republic 1/29/2023
Calligraphy artist Karen C. Haslag, an alumna, was profiled. News Tribune 1/29/2023
Alumnus and Indigenous activist Richard Oakes’ involvement in the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz and how it led to the establishment of the American Indian Studies program at SF State was discussed. Tahlequah Daily Press 1/27/2023
Alumna Janet Varney discussed co-founding the annual comedy festival SF Sketchfest. KCBS-AM 1/27/2023
Alumna Arnetta Villela-Smith is the new co-chair of Skyline College’s ethnic studies department. Journal of Blacks in Higher Education 1/27/2023
SF State was mentioned in a story about the CSU’s proposed plan to redistribute funding between schools based on enrollment numbers. KOGO-AM 1/27/2023 (This story aired on three additional media outlets.)
University President Lynn Mahoney commented on the CSU’s approval of building additional affordable student housing at SF State. EdSource 1/27/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung commented on the emotional impact on the Asian American community following multiple shootings. VOA News 1/27/2023; Southeast Asia Post 1/27/2023; Vietnam Tribune 1/27/2023 (This article was originally published by VOA News. It was republished by 18 additional news outlets.)
Professor of Africana Studies Antwi Akom’s research and work with SF State’s Social Innovation and Urban Opportunity Lab (SOUL) was cited in an article about late Nation of Islam leader Elijah Muhammad. Moguldom 1/26/2023
Late Professor Emeritus of Latina/Latino Studies Roberto Rivera, who passed away last January, was remembered. El Tecolote 1/26/2023
The family of SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi, who went missing Jan. 19 off the coast of Pacifica, was interviewed. NBC Los Angeles 1/27/2023
Alumnus Ben Yee was named director of processor partnerships for the Milk Advisory Board. California Dairy Magazine 1/27/2023
Sonoma County Poet Laureate Elizabeth Herron, an alumna, was interviewed about creating the Being Brave Poetry Project, a writing workshop series. Bohemian 1/25/2023
SF State students were listed as participants in the fourth annual Focus Features & JetBlue Student Short Film Showcase. Deadline 1/26/2023; Broadway World 1/26/2023 (The Deadline article was republished by one additional news outlet.)
SF State Professor of Theatre and Dance Yutian Wong discussed the Monterey Park mass shooting at a dance studio once considered a vibrant hub for the older Asian American community. Los Angeles Times 1/25/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung commented on the recent mass shootings in California that involved members of the Asian American community. San Francisco Chronicle 1/25/2023
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung commented on a growing mental health crises in the Asian American community. USA Today 1/25/2023
An SF State student athlete who went missing off the coast of Pacifica was identified as a former Santa Monica resident. Santa Monica Daily Press 1/25/2023
The U.S. Postal Service is honoring the work of author and alumnus Ernest J. Gaines (B.A., ’57) with a new stamp as part of its Black Heritage Series. San Francisco Examiner 1/25/2023
Alumnus Matthew Renoir opened a video store offering customers nostalgia and classic films. My Burbank 1/25/2023
Alumna Lisa McNaney has stepped down as executive director of Culinary Angels, the nonprofit she founded. Danville/SanRamon.com 1/25/2023
Alumnus Ben Yee was named director of processor partnerships for the Milk Advisory Board. Morning Ag Clips 1/25/2023
Enrollment numbers at SF State were discussed in an article about proposed changes to how the CSU funds schools. CALMatters 1/26/2023; The Reporter 1/26/2023; Times-Herald 1/26/2023 (This article was republished in 12 additional news outlets.)
A report about enrollment declines at the California State University mentioned SF State. EdSource 1/25/2023; KXJZ-FM 1/25/2023 (This article was republished in six additional news outlets.)
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed her research on octopi in an article about advocacy for better wildlife protections for them. Boston Globe 1/23/2023 (This article has a paywall.)
Professor Emeritus of Asian American Studies Ben Hirabayashi is part of the committee voting on the new Japantown mural. Nichi Bei 1/19/2023
The search for SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi, who went missing Jan. 19 off the coast of Pacifica after attempting a polar plunge, was discussed. Patch.com 1/24/2023; Cleveland.com 1/23/2023
Lecturer for the School of Music Andrew Speight, who died Dec. 1, 2022, was remembered. San Francisco Classical Voice 1/23/2023
Jazz musician George Duke, an alumnus, was profiled in an article about the history of jazz in Marin. Marin Magazine 1/23/2023
The Postal Service is honoring the work of author and alumnus Ernest J. Gaines (B.A., ’57) with a new stamp as part of its Black Heritage Series. USPS News 1/23/2023; WAFB 1/23/2023; Yahoo! Finance 1/23/2023
Organizers of the SF State Global Museum’s exhibition Clearly Polluted spoke about environmental racism in the San Francisco Bay Area. KCBS 1/23/2023; KUT 1/23/2023; WESA 1/23/2023 (Clips not available online.)
SF State’s pilot transit pass program was mentioned in a story about the state attempting to lower the cost of college through free transit programs. Sacramento News and Review 1/23/2023
A story about Superfest Sacramento, a disability film festival, mentioned that Superfest was founded by SF State’s Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability. KXTV 1/23/2023 (Clip not available online.)
The search has been suspended for 22-year-old SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi, who disappeared off the coast of Pacifica after attempting a polar plunge. SF Gate 1/22/2023
The search has been suspended for 22-year-old SF State student and athlete Hamzah Alsaudi, who disappeared off the coast of Pacifica after attempting a polar plunge. Daily Mail 1/21/2023; Fox News 1/21/2023; USA Today 1/21/2023; UPI 1/21/2023; CBS News 1/21/2023; NBC News 1/21/2023; Huff Post 1/21/2023 (This story was published in more than 10 online publications.)
Alumna and school administrator Sarnia Shoman has come under fire for comments she made about developing an ethnic studies curriculum. NY Breaking 1/23/2023
Asian American Studies Professor Jonathan Lee discussed the Year of the Rabbit and Lunar New Year. NBC News 1/20/2023
The U.S. Coast Guard has called off its search for an SF State student-athlete who went missing off the coast of Pacifica on Jan. 19. KTVU-TV 1/20/2023
An SF State student-athlete has gone missing off the coast of Pacifica. San Francisco Examiner 1/19/2023; MSN 1/19/2023; KGO-TV 1/19/2023; KNTV-TV 1/19/2023; KTVU-TV 1/19/2023; KRON-TV 1/19/2023
Recreation, Parks and Tourism Professor Erik Peper offered suggestions to reduce technology-related stress. Woman’s World 1/19/2023
Alum Scott Myers-Lipton, a sociology professor at San José State University, has announced his retirement. Campbell Patch 1/19/2023
An essay by alum Eric Maisel revisits an occasion when he met with Professor Herb Wilner at his home. The Good Men Project 1/19/2023
Alum Neeta Misra wrote an opinion piece on workplace issues faced by women of color. Business World (India) 1/19/2023
John Logan, professor and director of Labor and Employment Studies, discussed retail worker unions in an article about requirements for cashiers to stand up at the register. Fast Company 1/19/2023
Aaron Stanton, founder of SF State’s VR Institute of Health and Exercise, discussed virtual reality workouts. KZTV-TV 1/19/2023 (Clip not available online.)
Philosophy Lecturer Purushottama Bilimoria’s course in Buddhist traditions was featured. Blog of the APA (American Philosophical Association) 1/18/2023
Alum Silvia Regalado-Zachlod has been named executive director of the Napa Valley Youth Symphony. Napa Valley Register 1/18/2023
New archives at the Archives of American Art belonging to realist artist and professor emeritus Robert Bechtle were highlighted. Smithsonian 1/17/2023
An article explored the financial success of alumnus and popular American singer Johnny Mathis. Techstry 1/18/2023
Alumnus Dan Took, founder of South Coast Repertory, passed away at 83. Daily Pilot 1/17/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick’s criticisms of Critical Race Theory and tenure for faculty members at state universities. KQSK-FM 1/16/2023 (This article was originally published 1/8/2023 by the Associated Press.)
Alumnus Greg Curtis’ contribution to the development of Texas Monthly Magazine was mentioned in an article with its founder. Texas Monthly 1/17/2023
Professional pickleball player Callan Dawson, an alumnus, was interviewed about his career. San Francisco Chronicle 1/17/2023
Alumnus Scott Myers-Lipton, a sociology professor for San Jose State, was interviewed about retiring. San Jose Spotlight 1/17/2023
Civil rights activist and alumnus Offie C. Wortham gave a lecture at King’s College on Sunday. WFMZ 1/16/2023
Alumnus and musician Vince DeWald was interviewed about performing with his brother. South Bend Tribune 1/16/2023
Alumni David Owen, Cole Stratton and Janet Varney discussed founding the annual comedy festival San Francisco Sketchfest in an article about comedian Janeane Garofalo. The Mercury News 1/13/2023 (This article was republished by nine media outlets.)
Alumnus Kevin Jenkins, who will represent District 6 on the Oakland City Council, was profiled. San Francisco Bay Times 1/13/2023
Associate Professor and Chair of Nursing Elaine Musselman discussed the importance oral health care in children in an article about educating Latinx children on how to take care of their teeth. El Tecolote 1/12/2023
Alumna Viktoriya Miclean was interviewed about her work volunteering to help Ukrainian refugees. The San Diego Union-Tribune 1/12/2023
Alumnus Justin Shen was interviewed about reopening coffee shop, ASIP in downtown Merced. deleciousfood.com 1/12/2023
Alumna Christina V. Rodriguez discussed founding Latinas with Masters, an organization that helps support academic advancement and professional growth. Al Día 1/12/2023
Alumnus Kevin Jenkins was elected to represent Oakland City Council District 6. City of Oakland 1/10/2023
SF State research on the negative impact of conversion therapy on youth was cited in an article about Wisconsin state legislators’ vote to overturn the ban and allow therapist to practice this type of therapy. WORT FM 1/12/2023
Lecturer of English Language and Literature Brian Strang wrote an op-ed about his experience with the artificial intelligence model ChatGPT and its potential impact on the teaching of writing. Inside HigherEd 1/12/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the National Labor Relations Board’s move to certify a successful union vote at an Amazon facility in Staten Island, New York. Yahoo! Finance 1/10/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan wrote an article about how union campaigns at Starbucks and Amazon have set the model for labor unions in the U.S. Sage Journals 12/29/2023
Alumnus Justin Shen was interviewed about reopening his coffee shop ASIP in downtown Merced. Merced County Times 1/12/2023
Real estate broker and actor Reza Farahan, an alumnus, was profiled. Jukebugs 1/12/2023
Alums Shawnee Gibbs and Shawnelle Gibbs were among those chosen to participate in Disney General Entertainment’s 2023 writing program. Disney Plus Informer 1/12/2023
Professor of Theatre and Dance Dee Spencer will perform in the jazz group Melba’s Kitchen as part of a tribute to trombonist and jazz arranger Melba Liston. Berkeleyside 1/11/2023
Professor of Cinema Artel Great was named the Museum of the African Diaspora’s cultural critic-in-residence and is launching a lecture series. KQED 1/10/2023
Professor Emeritus and meteorologist John Monteverdi commented on the recent rainstorms. KNX 1/10/2023 (Clip not available online.)
Assistant Professor of Race and Resistance Studies Ponipate Rokolekutu commented on Fiji’s new prime minister. Honolulu Civil Beat 1/10/2023
Associate Professor and Chair of Creative Writing May-lee Chai wrote a review of the new novel “Brotherless Night.” Minneapolis Star Tribune 12/30/2023; The Seattle Times 12/30/2023 (The Seattle Times article has a paywall.)
Associate Professor and Chair of Creative Writing May-lee Chai’s book “Tomorrow in Shanghai: And Other Stories” was included on an editor’s choice recommended reading list. The New York Times 12/29/2023
SF State student Ralph Antonio commented on a recent exhibit of photos by Jordan Jimenez, a Filipino photographer known for capturing the Golden State Warriors. KQED 1/10/2023
Alumnus David Mundo Apatang is the new lieutenant governor of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. The Guam Daily Post 1/10/2023
Alumna Rebecca Alvarez, co-founder of Bloomi, a company focused on sexual health, was profiled. HipLatina 1/9/2023
Professor of History Marc Stein commented on Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick’s criticisms of Critical Race Theory and tenure for faculty members at state universities. Associated Press 1/8/2023; Fortune 1/8/2023; KMIZ-TV 1/8/2023 (This article was originally published 1/8/2023 by the Associated Press. It was featured by over 200 media outlets.)
Professor Emeritus of Meteorology John Monteverdi discussed the recent weather forecast. Mission Local 1/6/2023
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the potential for more labor union campaigns in the North Bay in 2023. North Bay Business Journal 1/6/2023
Alumna Phyllis Gurewitz, convenance compliance officer for the Lake Wood Association, was profiled. The Union 1/6/2023
Alumna Jessica Hudson discussed her struggles as a single mother following the discontinuation of child tax credit checks. Monterey County Herald 1/5/2023; The Reporter 1/5/2023; Lake County Record-Bee 1/5/2023 (This article was originally published by The Los Angeles Times. It was published in 15 media outlets.)
A pilot program offering an unlimited Bay Area transit pass to SF State students was discussed in an article about other California campuses offering free transit to students. Boyle Heights Beat 1/5/2023; Santa Monica Daily Press 1/5/2023 (This article was originally published 1/5/2023 by CALMatters.)
Associate Professor of Biology Jason Cantley was part of the research team that discovered a new species of bush tomato in Australia. Sun Gazette 1/5/2023; The Standard-Journal 1/4/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed care for octopi in an article about commercially farming them. The Columbian 1/4/2023 (This article was originally published 12/20/2022 by The Los Angeles Times.)
SF State student Francesca Felder discussed being a graduate teaching assistant in an article about the potential for a CSU teaching assistant strike. EdSource 1/5/2023
A pilot program offering an unlimited Bay Area transit pass to SF State students was discussed in an article about other California campuses offering free transit to students. CALMatters 1/5/2023
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about legislative proposals surrounding the carbon market. The Mercury News 1/4/2023
Alumna Jessica Hudson discussed her struggles as a single mother following the discontinuation of child tax credit checks. Los Angeles Times 1/3/2023; The Lawton Constitution 1/3/2023; The Ponca City News 1/3/2023 (This article was originally published by The Los Angeles Times. It was published in 15 media outlets.)
An article about a peer-to-peer counseling program in Oakland mentions pairing students with mentors from SF State. KQED 1/3/2023
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed care for octopi in an article about commercially farming them. Ashtabula Star Beacon 12/29/2022; UK Today News 12/29/2022 (This article was originally published 12/20/2022 in The Los Angeles Times.)
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an op-ed about offshore fish farms and the U.S. seafood industry. Clarion News 12/28/2022; deleciousfood 12/28/2022
Professor of History Charles Postel discussed the rise of monopolies in the United States during the 19th century. On Point 12/28/2022 (This podcast episode originally aired 2/16/2022.)
Professor of Elementary Education Stephanie Sisk-Hilton, Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Charli Sakari and Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies Autumn Thoyre discussed SF State’s new Climate Justice Education Certificate for K-12 teachers. Education Week 12/29/2022
Student Benjamin Paige discussed his pug Bruno in an article about the benefits of having a pet. Gold Country Media 12/29/2022
Alumnus Taylor Safford was interviewed about retiring as president and chief executive officer at Pier 39. Marin Independent Journal 1/2/2023
Television actor Stephen Colletti, an alumnus, was profiled. MSN 1/2/2023; Mama Mia 1/2/2023
Alumnus and Journalist Ben Fong-Torres was interviewed about his career with Rolling Stone magazine. Asian Pacific America with Robert Handa 1/1/2023 (Clip not available online.)
Alumnus and director Michael J. Payton discussed receiving a Carter Foundation Scholarship and interviewing Jay-Z for a documentary. Urban Magazine 12/30/2022
Lead Development Representative for Five9 Inc. John Costa, an alumnus, discussed advancing his tech career training through a local nonprofit organization. KBCW-TV 12/30/2022
Musician and alumna Annette A. Aguilar played an after-hours show in New York on New Year’s Eve. New York Latin Culture 12/29/2022
The 1968 student strike at SF State was mentioned in an op-ed about issues with student loan debt in the U.S. Richmond Times-Dispatch 12/30/2022
A statement about anti-Asian discrimination by Stop AAPI Hate, an initiative co-founded by SF State’s Asian American Studies Department, was quoted in an article about advocacy for Asian Americans living in Connecticut. The Register Citizen 12/29/2022; Houston Chronicle 12/29/2022; The Ridgefield Press 12/29/2022 (This article was published in 20 media outlets.)
December
Professor Emeritus of Gerontology Brian de Vries discussed how the pandemic highlighted the need for better care planning for LGBTQ adults. Bay Area Reporter 12/21/2022
Associate Professor of Biology Jason Cantley was part of the research team that discovered a new species of bush tomato in Australia. Todays Chronic 12/22/2022; Techcodex 12/22/2022; Swift Telecast 12/21/2022 (This topic was covered by six media outlets.)
Alumna Regina Lebel discussed how she is using her personal journey as a formerly unhoused person to help others in need. Monterey County Weekly 12/22/2022
Alumna Anya Jindrich is the new executive director for Cancer Resource Centers of Mendocino County. Prairie Advocate News 12/22/2022; Fort Bragg Advocate News 12/22/2022
Former faculty member John Irwin’s role as the founder of Project Rebound was discussed in multiple stories about the success of the program at multiple CSUs. EdSource 12/22/2022; Insight 12/21/2022
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies James Dudley commented on the high number of border patrol agents committing suicide. WNG.org 12/21/2022
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed care for octopi in an article about commercially farming them. Los Angeles Times 12/20/2022; Today News Post 12/20/2022
Film historian Claudine Stevens, an alumna, was profiled in an article about a recent presentation she made on the film “Gentleman’s Agreement.” Fashion Manuscript 12/19/2022
SF State researchers contributed to a study about how the orbit of the exoplanet 55 Cnc e, referred to as a “hell planet,” has affected its temperature. WITI-TV 12/19/2022; KMSP-TV 12/19/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on Starbucks union campaigns. Restaurant Dive 12/19/2022
Associate Professor and Chair of Nursing Elaine Musselman and Lecturer of Nursing Larry Vitale discussed the benefits of providing better dental care for Latinx children in San Francisco. El Tecolote 12/16/2022
SF State’s decision to require facial coverings indoors in light of San Francisco moving to the medium tier of COVID-19 infections was mentioned in a news segment. KGO-TV 12/16/2022 (This clip is not available online.)
Professor and Chair of Sociology Andreana Clay discussed the Respect for Marriage Act that was signed by President Biden Dec. 13. KQED Forum 12/15/2022
Lecturer for the School of Music Andrew Speight, who died Dec. 1, was remembered with other Bay Area musicians who died this year. KQED 12/15/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln co-wrote an op-ed about Ashish K. Jha’s poetry and the pandemic. Peste Magazine 12/12/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the Biden administration’s support of a National Labor Relations Board decision to increase penalties for labor violations. Portland Press Herald 12/13/2022; The Seattle Times 12/13/2022; North Bay Business Journal 12/13/2022 (This article was originally published 12/13/2022 by The Washington Post. It was featured in four additional publications.)
Alumna Aeri Swendson discussed working at Arizmendi Bakery, a worker-owned co-op in San Francisco. Storied San Francisco 12/13/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the Biden administration’s support of a National Labor Relations Board decision to increase penalties for labor violations. Washington Post 12/13/2022
Alumnus Jack McDermott commented on his father’s decision to leave the “Ex’s & Uh-Ohs” podcast in an article about his family life. Page Six Magazine 12/13/2022
Alumnus Barry Valentino was listed among the victims of the 1988 Pan Am flight bombing. KPIX-TV 12/12/2022 (Clip not available.)
Emeritus Faculty for the Philosophy Department Ann Robertson discussed supporting the unionization efforts of employees at Tartine Bakery in San Francisco. Mission Local 12/12/2022
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy John Brewer co-authored a study about how the orbit of the exoplanet 55 Cnc e, referred to as a “hell planet,” has affected its temperature. UK Today News 12/11/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed why fewer men in the 25-54 age group are in the workforce. KNX News 12/9/2022; KCSB-AM 12/9/2022 (KCBS-AM clip not available.)
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a United Auto Workers leadership election. Law360 12/8/2022
Associate Professor of Humanities David Peña-Guzman discussed how recent research into animal sleeping and dreaming highlights the need for more ethical treatment of lab rats. Irish Times 12/8/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Poet, teacher and alumna Allie Rigby was interviewed about teaching American literature in Romania. Petaluma Argus-Courier 12/9/2022
Lecturer for the School of Music Andrew Speight, who died last Thursday, was remembered. San Francisco Chronicle 12/8/2022
Alumnus Jose Antonio Villarán’s new book “Open Pit” was reviewed. Meer 12/9/2022
Alumnus John Caldon is the first-ever executive director for the San Francisco-based music festival Hardly Strictly Bluegrass. San Francisco Examiner 12/8/2022
The design of the George and Judy Marcus Hall for the Liberal and Creative Arts was discussed in an article about Mark Cavagnero Associates, the firm that designed the building. The Architect Newspaper 12/9/2022
An SF State study on the psychological benefits of having hobbies was cited in an article about the need for hobbies. Nation 12/9/2022
Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy John Brewer co-authored a study about how the orbit of the exoplanet 55 Cnc e, referred to as a “hell planet,” has affected its temperature. The Mirage 12/8/2022
Alumnus and singer Johnny Mathis was profiled. Key Management Insights 12/8/2022
Alumna Lindsay Moore, a senior project manager at SV Design in Chantam, Massachusetts, was interviewed about her career. Cape Cod Life 12/8/2022
Photographer Allan Tannenbaum, an alumnus, was interviewed about taking a famous photo of John Lennon and Yoko Ono. NewsConcern 12/7/2022 (This article was published in seven media outlets.)
School of Music Lecturer Andrew Speight was killed when his car was struck by two trains. VT. 12/6/2022
Professor Emerita Carel Bertram attended a dinner and appeared on a panel for the Society for Armenian Studies in Denver as part of the 56th annual Middle East Studies Association meeting. Asbarez 12/6/2022; The Armenian Mirror Spectator 12/6/2022; Armenians Weekly 12/6/2022
SF State’s 1968 student strike was mentioned in a story about a new initiative dedicated to the study of artists of Asian descent. Frieze 12/7/2022
A photo by Assistant Professor of Physics and Astronomy Andisheh Mahdavi was featured in an article about dark matter and the universe. SPACE.com 12/6/2022
Director for SF State’s Latinx Student Center Emmanuel Padilla discussed how the center will use funding from two Hispanic Serving Institution community grants. California State University News 12/5/2022
Lecturer for the School of Music Andrew Speight died Thursday after his car was struck by trains in Burlingame. KTVU-TV 12/5/2022; MSN 12/5/2022
Student Giana Gaitan-Naranjo was quoted in an article about how students looking for workplaces with equality, diversity and flexibility may lead to less financial security. Insider 12/6/2022
Independent film curator Gina Basso, an alumna, discussed her career in an article about an upcoming film series at the Roxie Theater in San Francisco. San Francisco Chronicle 12/6/2022
Lecturer for the School of Music Andrew Speight died Thursday after his car was struck by trains in Burlingame. NBC Bay Area 12/4/2022; SF Gate 12/4/2022; KRON 4 12/2/2022 (This topic was covered by 12 media outlets.)
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about Labor Secretary Martin J. Walsh’s role in improving the relationship between the Biden administration and labor unions. The Boston Globe 12/4/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in multiple articles about the influence Starbucks labor unions have had on Peets. Daily Beast 12/4/2022; Jacobin 12/4/2022; MarketWatch 11/28/2022
Alumnus, Assistant Executive Director and founder of the Gator Groceries program Horace Montgomery, Associated Students Interim Senior Director of Productions Tatianna Ramos and students Curtis Tam and Leonie Barth discussed the mission of the University’s food pantry. ABC 17 News 12/1/2022 (This article was originally published 11/30/2022 by CBS Bay Area.)
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson commented on State Senator Scott Wiener’s letter to the California Department of Transportation requesting a study on the cost and logistics of removing multiple freeways in San Francisco. The San Francisco Standard 12/1/2022
Student Giana Gaitan-Naranjo discussed looking for more stable employment in an article about how inflation, the pandemic and mass layoffs have changed the type of work students are looking for. New York Times 12/2/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Research on the impact of sea level rise by SF State’s Estuary and Ocean Science Center and the Marin County Department of Public Works was mentioned in an article about funding from the California State Coastal Conservancy for proposed sea level defense projects in Marin. Marin Independent Journal 12/2/2022
The SF State campus was featured in a story about a bicyclist who does parkour on his bike. Adventure Journal 12/2/2022 (Time stamp: 5:01)
SF State was listed as one of five schools to offer a degree in statistics in 2021 in an article about 31 colleges that offered statistics and biostatistics degrees for the first time since 2003. Journal of the American Statistical Association 12/1/2022
November
Alumnus, Assistant Executive Director and founder of the Gator Groceries program Horace Montgomery, Associated Students Interim Senior Director of Productions Tatianna Ramos and students Curtis Tam and Leonie Barth discussed the mission of the University’s food pantry. CBS Bay Area 11/30/2022; CBS Bay Area 11/30/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel’s comments on the need for cooperation in city government were quoted in an article about an infant who nearly died after ingesting fentanyl at a local playground. Townhall 12/1/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln discussed her concerns with changes to public health policies in the middle of the pandemic. YES! Online 11/30/2022
Former faculty member Juan Gonzales’ founding of El Tecolote was mentioned in an article about the launch of a fundraising campaign for the bilingual newspaper. El Tecolote 11/30/2022
A photo of student “Dominick” was featured in an interview with a California photographer who enjoys meeting and photographing strangers. KTVU FOX 2 11/30/2022
Alumnus and director Michael J. Payton was profiled about receiving a Carter Foundation Scholarship and interviewing Jay-Z for a documentary. Afrotech 11/29/2022
Associate Professor of Broadcast and Electronic Communication Arts Jiyoung Cha commented on how decline in Twitter use could benefit smaller social media sites, like Linkedin. Fortune 11/29/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Professor Emeritus of Biology Dennis Desjardin is chief mycologist for Semera Organics, a company making plant-based meat out of mushrooms. The Almanac 11/28/2022; Palo Alto Online 11/28/2022; TheSixFifty.com 11/22/2022
Alumnus Billy Kahula O’Brien was interviewed about being the Science in the Service intern for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service 11/28/2022
Alumnus and Indigenous activist Richard Oakes’ involvement in the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz was discussed on the radio program “By Right of Discovery.” Latino USA 11/27/2022 (This program originally aired in November 2018. It was rebroadcast on over 20 NPR affiliated radio stations.)
Provost Amy Sueyoshi was interviewed about repurposing old jeans into accessories. Nichi Bei Times 11/24/2022
Research by Professor of International Relations Andrei Tsygankov was cited in an article about the history of relations between Russia and the West. Canadian Dimension 11/28/2022
Associate Professor and Chair of Latina/Latino Studies Jeff Duncan-Andrade discussed his new book, “Equality or Equity: Toward a Model of Community-Responsive Education,” in an interview. Truthout 11/27/2022
Assistant Dean for Restorative and Transformative Racial Justice and Associate Professor of Sociology Valerie Francisco-Menchavez commented on the growing visibility of Filipino American culture. The San Francisco Standard 11/26/2022
Professor of Speech, Language and Hearing Sciences Betty Yu discussed bilingualism and language development in an article about one woman’s experience having a sibling with Prader-Willi Syndrome. The California Report Magazine 11/25/2022 (This article was originally published in May 2022.)
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung’s contribution to the creation of the Stop AAPI website was mentioned in an article about its effectiveness in combating anti-Asian discrimination. Asian Journal 11/23/2022
Alumna Tara Taupier, superintendent of the Tamalpais Union High School District, has had her contract extended. Marin Independent Journal 11/25/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Author and alumna Deborah Larkin wrote an article about how to write a nonfiction crime story. Writers Digest 11/25/2022
SF State’s Osher Lifelong Learning Institute was mentioned in article about the benefits of classes for older adults. Press Democrat 11/22/2022
Alumna Noelia Corzo was elected to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. Half Moon Bay Review 11/23/2022; Pacifica Tribune 11/22/2022
Former SF State student Ted Dabney was included in a list of the five brilliant veterans who played key roles in Silicon Valley. We Are the Mighty 11/23/2022
Oakland theater director Dawn Monique Williams, an alumna, discussed her career in an article about an upcoming Marin Theatre Company production. San Francisco Chronicle 11/23/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln co-wrote an op-ed about health care needs and public health strategies this winter with multiple respiratory virus infections on the rise. Reporter Wings 11/22/2022
Professor of Geography and Environment Jason Henderson was quoted in an article about BART and public transit in the Bay Area. Bay Curious 11/22/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the use of ranked-choice voting for the mayoral race in Oakland. KCBS-AM 11/21/2022 (Clip not available.)
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee commented on the first election in over 20 years of a non-Asian supervisor to San Francisco’s District 4 in the Board of Supervisors race. KQED 11/19/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on why UC Berkeley graduate student workers are striking. KQED 11/19/2022
Lecturer of Creative Writing Matthew Clark Davison discussed his novel “Doubting Thomas.” Out in the Bay 11/18/2022
Former SF State President S.I. Hayakawa was mentioned in an article about California’s 2024 U.S. Senate race. Los Angeles Times 11/18/2022
Lecturer of Political Science David Lee commented on the vote to remove Commissioner Ann Hsu from the San Francisco Unified school board. KQED 11/17/2022
Professor Emeritus of Management John Sullivan was cited in an article about the economic success of Dallas, Texas. D Magazine 11/17/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed how thousands of University of California graduate student workers have gone on strike. KQED Forum 11/17/2022
Lecturer of Criminal Justice Studies Steven Ford has been named permanent chief of police for the city of Antioch. East County Today 11/17/2022
Professor Emeritus of Political Science Robert C. Smith discussed how the politics of race impact American presidencies. Politics In Question 11/16/2022
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan commented on the display of a Palestinian flag at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. The Times of Israel 11/15/2022 (This article was originally published 11/9/2022 by J.)
Student Lily Brown commented on gift ideas for parents. College Magazine 11/18/2022
Alumnus Catherine Wagner discussed her 1978-84 photography series “Moscone Site.” San Francisco Chronicle 11/18/2022
Alumnus and Indigenous activist Richard Oakes’ involvement in the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz was discussed. Race in America: The Conversation 11/17/2022
Alumna Noelia Corzo is the first Latina to be elected to the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors. San Francisco Chronicle 11/17/2022
Alumnus Kevin Mullin was elected to California’s District 15 House of Representatives. The Hill 11/17/2022
Alumna Leslie Arroyo is the new deputy city manager for South San Francisco. San Mateo Daily Journal 11/17/2022
The Family Acceptance Project at SF State was cited in an article about how to be a trans ally during Transgender Awareness Week. PRIDE 11/17/2022
The 1968 student strike and establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State were discussed in an op-ed about the first College Board-approved AP African American Studies classes. Everett Herald 11/17/2022; The Washington Post 11/16/2022 (This article was originally published in The Washington Post.)
“The Other Barrio,” a short story turned screenplay by Professor Emeritus of Latina/o Studies Alejandro Murguía, was reviewed. Boing Boing 11/15/2022
Former faculty member John Irwin’s role as the founder of Project Rebound was discussed in a story about the success of the program at CSU Fullerton. EdSource 11/15/2022; Visalia Times Delta 11/15/2022 (This article was originally published by EdSource.)
NBC News Correspondent Miguel Almaguer, an alumnus, was suspended from his position for inaccuracies in his reporting on the attack on Nancy Pelosi’s husband Paul. MEAWW 11/15/2022
Alumna Carol McKenna was appointed vice president for XL Construction. WAFB 11/15/2022
Professor Emeritus of Management Mitchell Marks commented on a San Francisco-based workspace that helps remote workers find friends. San Francisco Chronicle 11/14/2022
School of Music Professor Roger Woodward was interviewed about his career. Limelight Magazine 11/14/2022
Assistant Professor of Cinema Rae Shaw was mentioned in an article about new faculty at colleges and universities. Journal of Blacks in Higher Education 11/11/2022
Frijolotes founders and alumni Young Jung and Fred Baptista were featured in an article about local distillers. Edible East Bay 11/12/2022
Alumna Amber-Rose Reed was interviewed about being a film review columnist. Petaluma Argus-Courier 11/11/2022
Alumnus Charles Hall, inventor of the waterbed, was discussed in an article about how waterbeds affected sales of regular mattresses. ABC Brisbane 11/11/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan wrote an article about Starbucks’ efforts to thwart employee unions. Jacobin 11/9/2022
Professor of Jewish Studies Eran Kaplan commented on the display of a Palestinian flag at the Contemporary Jewish Museum in San Francisco. J. 11/9/2022
Assistant Professor of Political Science Amanda Roberti commented on ballot measures regarding women’s reproductive rights. All Things Considered 11/9/2022 (Clip not available. This segment aired on over 30 NPR-affiliated stations.)
Artist and alumnus Rudolph Serra was interviewed about his career. East Hampton Star 11/3/2022
The 54th anniversary of the student strike at SF State was featured in an archive article. Los Angeles Times 11/9/2022
Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook discussed her research with cephalopods in an article about their behavior. The Atlantic 11/9/2022; MSN 11/9/2022 (This article was originally published in The Atlantic.)
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on Brooke Jenkins taking the lead in the San Francisco district attorney’s race. KQED-FM 11/9/2022
The Stop AAPI Hate website, co-founded by Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung, was referenced in an article about the impact of anti-Asian prejudice in the LGBTQ+ community. Bay Area Reporter 11/8/2022
Alumnus and Indigenous activist Richard Oakes’ involvement in the 1969 occupation of Alcatraz was discussed in an episode of the podcast “Berkeley Voices.” Celebrity Land 11/9/2022
Indigenous artifacts at SF State were discussed in the recent PBS documentary “Beyond Recognition,” which follows Bay Area Indigenous activists’ efforts to preserve their culture and homeland. KUSM-TV 11/8/2022 (Clip not available online.)
Professor Emeritus of Management Mitchell Marks commented on a remote tech company’s decision to host a work retreat in Spain. San Francisco Chronicle 11/8/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on allegations of illegal voting in San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 11/7/2022
Former student TaLona Herbert was named to Crain’s 40 Under 40 list for 2022. Crain’s New York Business 11/7/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
SF State’s Race and Resistance Studies Department was a co-sponsor of a rally in San Francisco advocating for the end of the U.S.-Cuba embargo. Liberation 11/7/2022
Alum Linda Imonti, managing principal of KPMG LLC’s Chicago office, was honored as one of the Chicago Business Journal’s Women of Influence. Chicago Business Journal 11/7/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Alum Fred Martin founded Sweetwater Music Hall in Marin County, now celebrating its 50th anniversary. San Francisco Chronicle 11/7/2022
Alum Tommy Gong discussed the personal attacks he received while serving as the clerk-recorder for San Luis Obispo County. San Francisco Chronicle 11/6/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the race for San Francisco District 6 supervisor. San Francisco Chronicle 11/6/2022
Alum Donald Lacy, an actor and comedian, was interviewed on the “Mosaic” public affairs program. KPIX-TV 11/6/2022 (Clip is not available online.)
Alum Nicole Daedone was featured in the Netflix documentary “Orgasm Inc.: The Story of OneTaste.” The Cinemaholic; The Cinemaholic 11/5/2022
Survey results of SF State’s Campus Climate Assessment Report were analyzed. J. 11/4/2022
Alum Tim Harr was a 2022 inductee to the Marin Athletic Foundation Hall of Fame. Marin Independent Journal 11/4/2022
The largest contributors to SF State were listed. San Francisco Business Times 11/4/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
SF State was mentioned during a panel discussion on a San Francisco ballot proposition and the future of community colleges in California. KQED-FM 11/7/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the race for San Francisco district attorney. San Francisco Examiner; KPVI-TV 11/4/2022
Criminal Justice Lecturer Daniel Vencill commented on recent layoffs by major San Francisco-based tech-giants. KGO-TV; KMIZ 11/4/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on a proposed amendment to Tennessee’s constitution that would make it illegal for workplaces to require mandatory union membership. Citizen Tribune 11/4/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on the legality of companies closing stores with active union drives. NBC News 11/4/2022
Alum and artist Rudolph Serra was featured. The East Hampton Star 11/3/2022
SF State Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on the lack of spending on the current San Francisco district attorney’s race. The San Francisco Standard 11/3/2022
SF State was mentioned in an article about California colleges wanting to admit more students despite the challenge of finding available student housing. Bloomberg 11/3/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about a TikTok video made by a Starbucks barista who was overwhelmed by his work experience. Internet Do 11/2/2022
SF State was listed as a participant in a new Clipper BayPass program that will provide unlimited transit access to students. KRON-TV 11/1/2022; MSN 11/1/2022
Associate Professor of Humanities David Peña-Guzman, author of a book about animal dreams, explored the subject in a recent article about animal sleeping and dreaming. National Geographic 11/2/2022
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan discussed a labor dispute involving higher wages offered to non-union Starbucks workers in Seattle. KNKX 11/1/2022
SF State received a $92,394 grant as part of the CSU-wide HSI Equity Innovation Hub initiative. SCVNews 11/2/2022
October
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discussed noncitizen voting rights. WABC-TV 10/31/2022 (This article was originally published 10/19/2022 by the Associated Press.)
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman commented on a tweet by Elon Musk about a recent attack on Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi’s husband. KOVR-TV 10/30/2022
Alumnus Michael Niggli has been named the new principal of Bellaire High School in Bellaire, Texas. Community Impact 10/31/2022
Artist and alumnus Anthony Carmona was profiled in an article about an upcoming showcase. Richmond Review/Sunset Beacon 10/31/2022
SF State was mentioned in an op-ed about how CSU campuses got their names. The Bakersfield Californian 11/1/2022
SF State was ranked #29 in a list of the top 50 film schools in the U.S. The Wrap 10/31/2022
SF State was listed as a partner campus for the #CaliforniansForAll College Corps program. California State University News 10/31/2022
Alumna and CSU-Fullerton Professor of African American Studies Siobhan Brooks discussed the unionization of sex workers. To The Contrary 10/28/2022
Professor of Communication Studies Joe Tuman commented on a tweet by Elon Musk about the recent attack on Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi’s husband. KNCW-TV 10/31/2022
Astronomer Tony Dunn, an alumnus, commented on a large asteroid that will pass Earth on Tuesday. Vigour Times 10/31/2022
Late Professor Emerita of Speech and Communication Studies Sally Gearhart was profiled. San Francisco Chronicle 10/30/2022
Work by Professor Emeritus of Biology Dean H. Kenyon was referenced in an article about evolution verses “intelligent design.” The News International 10/30/2022
Research by Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was cited in an article about a referendum on ranked choice voting in Evanston, Illinois. Chicago Tribune 10/28/2022 (This article has a paywall.)
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on statements Amazon CEO Andy Jassy made about labor unions. Retail Dive 10/28/2022
Owner of Fi & Mi Baking Co. Laurel Rios, an alumna, commented on her support for Calistoga Joint Unified School District’s Measure B local ballot question. Napa Valley Register 10/28/2022
Jasmine Djavahery, an intern with the Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies at SF State, discussed how the center’s podcast “Del Beh Del” influenced a rice-inspired art show. Food Maker 10/28/2022
Alum Alex Locust was interviewed about being the keynote speaker for the 2022 Mayor's Celebration of Diversity Awards in Evansville, Indiana. Evansville Courier & Press 10/28/2022
Alumna Carolyn De Lagrave is the new president for Soroptimist International Coronado. Coronado Eagle & Journal 10/27/2022
Alumna Emily Bugos commented on how the state’s decision to require transitional kindergarten will impact the San Francisco Unified School District. The Frisc 10/26/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln was quoted in an article about President Biden’s comments on the updated COVID-19 booster. KRJOGJA 10/26/2022 (This article is in Indonesian.)
Alumna Caitlin Hernandez was interviewed about navigating her career as a blind writer. Washington Blade 10/27/2022
A forum held October 20 at SF State with San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins was mentioned in an article about her plans to remove Legal Affairs Secretary J. Anthony Kline from the San Francisco Superior Court. San Francisco Chronicle 10/26/2022
SF State student and pop-up restaurant owner Nomar Ramirez is helping to plan a Dia De Los Muertos celebration in San Francisco’s Outer Sunset. Eater SF 10/26/2022
Graduate student Jacoby Clark is a CDC fellow studying vector-borne pathogens in tics. Entomology Today 10/25/2022
Caitlin Ryan, founder of SF State’s Family Acceptance Project, commented on how essential parent acceptance of LGBTQ children is for a child’s long-term mental health in an article about a parenting network that’s having a positive effect on parents of LGBTQ children. Washington Post 10/26/2022
SF State Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln commented on the need for more pandemic measures in an article about President Joe Biden receiving his COVID booster shot. Greek City Times 10/26/2022; China.org 10/26/2022
Professor of Labor Studies John Logan commented on the growing labor movement in the face of a slumping economy. Philadelphia Inquirer 10/25/2022
Musician and alumna Bonnie Hayes was profiled about her career in music. East Bay Express 10/26/2022
Professor of Asian American Studies Russell Jeung was quoted in an article about an advertisement that suggests President Joe Biden is responsible for pandemic-related violence against Asians. The Intercept 10/24/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about the labor movement and the economy. Arkansas Democrat Gazette 10/25/2022; Washington Post 10/24/2022; The Spokesman-Review 10/24/2022(This article was originally published by The Washington Post, which has a paywall. It was featured in four media outlets.)
LGBTQ academic journals that were edited by the late Professor of Human Sexuality Studies John DeCecco were referenced in an article about LGBTQ studies. LGBTQ Nation 10/24/2022
The Oakland Museum has an exhibit honoring the life of former faculty member Angela Davis. Ebony Magazine 10/24/2022
Kansas City Chiefs Coach Andy Reid and others revisited Reid’s time as a football coach at SF State. ksn.com 10/24/2022
Alumna Marilou Sazon Porter is one of several graduates of St. Theresa’s College of Quezon City to be profiled in a new book. Inquirer USA 10/25/2022
Executive Director of Family Connections – Redwood City Eric Valladares, an alumnus, was interviewed about the need for more Latinx therapists in California. KQED-FM 10/24/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Marcela García-Castañon commented on the decrease in Democrat voting registration in California cities with high numbers of Hispanic voters. San Francisco Chronicle 10/24/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln was quoted in an article about the director of the CDC testing positive for COVID-19. Xinhua 10/23/2022; South China Herald 10/23/2022; Capitol Hill Reporter 10/23/2022 (This article was published in over 25 media outlets.)
Lecturer for Latina/Latino Studies and History John Ulloa discussed cruising bans on Latinx communities in California. PBS News Hour 10/20/2022
Alumna and artist Susan Matthews was profiled in an article about an exhibition of her work. Counter Punch 10/21/2022
Alumnus Jonathan Beard was interviewed about being a teacher for Sonoma Valley High School’s culinary program in an article about career technical education at the high school. Sonoma Index-Tribune 10/20/2022
Alumna Maria Antonieta Jandres commented on her struggles finding child care in an article about affordable child care in San Francisco. San Francisco Examiner 10/20/2022
Professor Emeritus of English Michael Krasny was mentioned in an article about the closing of New Lehrhaus, a Bay Area Jewish learning hub. J.Weekly 10/20/2022
Professor of Political Science Ron Hayduk discussed noncitizen voting rights. Associated Press 10/19/2022 (This article was published in over 200 news outlets.)
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel commented on voting stats and San Francisco dog owners. The San Francisco Standard 10/19/2022
Alumnus K.M. Soehnlein was interviewed about his new book “Army of Lovers.” San Francisco Examiner 10/19/2022
SF State President Lynn Mahoney discussed the SF State Foundation’s renewed commitment to sustainability in its investments in an article about the importance Gen Z puts on social justice and action on climate change. SF Business Times 10/19/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor Studies John Logan commented on a recent defeat for a labor group working to unionize Amazon workers. Associated Press 10/18/2022 (This article was reposted in more than a dozen publications)
Professor of Management Ronald Purser critiqued workplace wellness programs in an article about attempts to turn “self-care” into a marketing technique. Los Angeles Times 10/18/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in multiple articles about a union campaign by employees at an Amazon warehouse in Albany, New York. WIRED 10/18/2022; Associated Press 10/17/2022; WNBC-TV 10/17/2022 (The Associated Press article was published by over 250 news outlets.)
Professor of Management Ronald Purser discussed some disadvantages to employer-offered mindfulness programs. Los Angeles Times 10/18/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about union campaigns at Amazon facilities across the U.S. Insider 10/17/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was cited in an article about anti-union tactics at Starbucks. Daily Kos 10/17/2022
Efforts by the 1960s SF State student group Third World Liberation Front to implement ethnic studies programs at the University were mentioned in an article about the need to expand Asian American Studies programs. INSIGHT Into Diversity 10/18/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel was quoted in an article about how Donald Trump changed voter demographics for Bay Area cities. San Francisco Chronicle 10/16/2022
Lecturer of American Indian Studies Paul Steward discussed his debut solo album, “World Champion,” which was released last month. Petaluma Argus-Courier 10/14/2022 (This article was originally published 10/11/2022 by The Press Democrat.)
Student April Northrup Belmont-Redwood is a candidate for the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District board. Palo Alto Daily Post 10/14/2022
Alumnus Stephan Ferris’ new book “Blue Movie” was reviewed. Bay Area Reporter 10/15/2022
Alumna Sam Busener wrote an article about flu vaccines. Times-Standard 10/15/2022
Designer Sarah Rodebaugh, an alumna, discussed her line of cannabis-inspired home décor. The Press Democrat 10/14/2022
Alumna Carolyn De Lagrave is the new president for Soroptimist International Coronado. The Coronado Time 10/14/2022
SF State will receive funding to build new dorms. San Francisco Chronicle 10/14/2022; KRON-TV 10/14/2022(KRON-TV clip not available.)
The establishment of the nation’s first Black studies department in 1968 at SF State was mentioned in an article about Prairie View A&M University’s bachelor of arts in African American Studies. Black Enterprise Magazine 10/14/2022
Professor of Asian American Studies Allyson Tintiangco-Cubales discussed co-authoring “The SAGE Encyclopedia of Filipina/x/o American Studies.” KNTV-TV 10/14/2022 (Clip not available.)
Associate Professor of International Relations Anthony Pahnke wrote an article about how the Biden administration is attempting to restructure laws surrounding management of agriculture. Carsalad 10/14/2022
Research on chronic pain co-conducted by Professor of Recreation, Parks and Tourism Erik Peper was adapted into an article. Townsend Letter: The Examiner of Alternative Medicine 10/14/2022
A 2008 interview with Professor Emeritus of English Michael Krasny and Salman Rushdie was mentioned in an article about Rushdie. IndiaCurrents 10/14/2022
Professor of Race and Resistance Studies and Associate Professor and Chair for Latina/Latino Studies Jeff Duncan-Andrade’s book “Equality or Equity: Toward a Model of Community-Responsive Education” was cited in an article about K-12 teachers advocating to reduce class sizes. Truthout 10/13/2022
Professor and Chair of Geography and Environment Andrew Oliphant discussed the microclimates in the Bay Area. Bay Curious 10/13/2022
Associate Director for the Paul K. Longmore Institute on Disability Emily Smith Beitiks was interviewed about this year’s Superfest Disability Film Festival. KRON 4 10/13/2022
Alumna Mejgan Afshan is a candidate for the La Mesa City Council. Mission Times Courier 10/14/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on data from the National Labor Relations Board on illegal tactics employers have used to discourage unionization. Time 10/13/2022
Lecturer of Communication Studies Jade Tumazi discussed her experiences working for an electrolysis business that offers positive gender-affirming care. Bay Area Reporter 10/12/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan commented on a Tennessee ballot measure that would change labor laws in the state. The Washington Post 10/12/2022; Associated Press 10/12/2022; The Hour 10/12/2022
Lecturer of American Indian Studies Paul Steward discussed his debut solo album, “World Champion,” which was released last month. The Press Democrat 10/11/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about an upcoming union vote for employees at an Amazon warehouse in Albany, New York. Yahoo! 10/11/2022
Alumnus Nate Bates was interviewed about being a mayoral candidate for the city of Richmond, California. Richmond Confidential 10/13/2022
Alumna April Chan is the new general manager/CEO for the San Mateo County Transit District. Mass Transit 10/13/2022
Alumnus Finn Taylor’s film “Dream with the Fishes” was discussed in multiple articles. SF Gate 10/13/2022; PacificSun 10/11/2022
Author and alumna Margo Candela was interviewed about publishing her fifth novel. El Vaquero 10/12/2022
“Night Watch,” a 2021 floating art installation by alum Shimon Attie, was mentioned in an article about San Francisco’s art scene. San Francisco Chronicle 10/12/2022
Singer, actress and alumna Ketty Lester (Revoyda Frierson) will be inducted into the Arkansas Black Hall of Fame. Ebony 10/12/2022
Author and alumna Deborah Holt Larkin discussed her new book “A Lovely Girl: The Tragedy of Olga Duncan and the Trial of One of California’s Most Notorious Killers.” Keen On 10/12/2022
The 1968 student strike and the establishment of the College of Ethnic Studies at SF State were mentioned in an exhibit at the Alaska State Museum. Alaska Public Media 10/13/2022; KTOO-FM 10/12/2022
SF State was recognized as a 2022 Fulbright Hispanic-Serving Institution Leader. Forbes 10/11/2022; The Singapore Times 10/10/2022; The Switzerland Times 10/10/2022 (This topic was covered by seven media outlets.)
SF State was mentioned in an article about Filipino American History Month. Asian Journal 10/5/2022
Professor of Asian American Studies Jonathan Lee discussed anti-Chinese bias in the U.S. during the bubonic plague outbreak of the early 1900s. History 10/11/2022
Associate Professor of Political Science Jason McDaniel discussed ranked-choice voting. Fixing Our City 10/11/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed Amazon’s anti-union efforts. CounterSpin 10/11/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln commented on how the North American Victorian Studies Association’s latest conference could be a model for pandemic safety. Higher Ed Dive 10/10/2022
Professor Emeritus of Management Mitchell Marks discussed how inflation might impact holiday shopping. KTVU-TV 10/10/2022(Clip not available online.)
The late activist and scholar Gloria Jean Watkins, a former faculty member widely known by her pen name, bell hooks, was remembered. South Florida Gay News 10/10/2022
Novato City Councilwoman Pat Eklund, an alumna, has four challengers for her council seat. Marin Independent Journal 10/10/2022
Alumnus Michael J. Payton was interviewed about his career in film. Sheen Magazine 10/10/2022
Alumnus Joseph Leitmann, CEO and executive director for Capital Area Asset Builders, was interviewed about his life and career. M&T Bank Presents CEOs You Should Know 10/7/2022
A photo of SF State taken during a wildfire was featured in an article about fire safety awareness. The California State University News 10/10/2022
Associate Professor of History Maziar Behrooz commented on recent protests against the government of Iran. San Francisco Standard 10/9/2022
The SF State-based Journal of Homosexuality, edited by the late Psychology Professor Emeritus John DeCecco, was described as a “pre-eminent” journal in LGBTQ studies. The Good Men Project 10/9/2022
Professor Emeritus of Secondary Education Mark Phillips wrote an opinion piece urging for more respect to be given to teachers. Marin Independent Journal 10/9/2022
Persis Karim, director of the Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies, discussed support for Iranian college students. KQED-FM 10/8/2022
College of Extended Learning instructor Shana Katzman is a candidate for the Marin Municipal Water District. Marin Independent Journal 10/8/2022
The history of the San Francisco FogCam, which was started by alumni Jeff Schwartz and Dan Wong, was discussed. Grunge 10/9/2022; KABC-AM 10/9/2022 (KABC-AM clip not available online.)
Alum Rocky Garcia, a saxophonist, is interviewed. Asian Pacific America 10/9/2022 (Clip not available online.)
Alumna Jaclyn Moreno is a candidate for the Sacramento County Board of Supervisors. Sacramento Bee 10/9/2022
Alum Isaac Nikfar is a candidate for Tiburon Town Council. Marin Independent Journal 10/9/2022
Alumnus Danny Glover is listed as one of five celebrities who live in the San Francisco area. The San Francisco Times 10/8/2022
Alumnus Koti Sotiropulos, a longtime television news personality in Fresno, will be inducted into the Gold Circle society of the San Francisco/Northern California Chapter of The National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. The Fresno Bee 10/7/2022; America Online 10/7/2022; The Business Journal (Fresno) 10/7/2022
Alumna Sydney Welch, a Bay Area photojournalist, was featured for her coverage of the Bay Area’s hip-hop scene. KQED-FM 10/7/2022
Alumnus Delroy Lindo will co-host the first-ever Jazz Music Awards. WVAS-FM (Montgomery, Alabama) 10/7/2022
Alumna Jacqueline Bucknell, co-founder of the South Yuba River Citizen’s League, passed away at age 79. The Union (Nevada City) 10/7/2022
A story about new murals proposed for the Temescal neighborhood in Oakland noted that, in 1967, Merritt College became the first college in the nation to create an African American studies program, before SF State. San Francisco Chronicle 10/8/2022
A story giving advice on managing a financial windfall cited SF State research about how experiences that create more joy than material purchases. The Street 10/10/2022
A partnership between SF State and the Oxford International Education Group to develop a pathway program for international students was mentioned. The PIE News 10/6/2022; Study Travel Network 10/6/2022
Provost Amy Sueyoshi was interviewed about being selected as one of the 2022 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business. San Francisco Business Times 10/7/2022
Assistant Professor of Anthropology Martha Lincoln was cited as a signatory on an opinion article encouraging the Biden Administration to rethink their response to the pandemic. The BMJ 10/7/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan discussed union campaigns at Amazon and Starbucks. CounterSpin 10/7/2022
Professor and Chair of Labor and Employment Studies John Logan was quoted in an article about how some U.S. Senators are responding to Starbucks’ anti-union tactics. Mashed 10/7/2022
Director of the Center for Iranian Diaspora Studies Persis Karim discussed the Iranian Diaspora in the U.S. in an article about global protest over the death of Mahsa Jina Amini, an Iranian woman who was killed while in police custody for breaking Islamic law. Redwood City Pulse 10/6/2022
Vice President and Senior Business Consultant for JPMorgan Chase Nykole Prevost, an alumna, was interviewed about being selected as one of the 2022 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business. San Francisco Business Times 10/7/2022
Alumnus Roberto Ordeñana was interviewed on his goals as the new executive director of San Francisco’s GLBT Historical Society. San Francisco Bay Times 10/7/2022
Vice president of the Investment Committee at Prologis Susan Pi, an alumna, was interviewed about being selected as one of the 2022 Most Influential Women in Bay Area Business. San Francisco Business Times 10/7/2022
Alumnus Kevin Jenkins is running for a District 6 seat on the Oakland City Council. The Oaklandside 10/7/2022
Chair and Associate Professor of American Indian Studies John-Carlos Perea discussed his book pick for Indigenous People’s Day. San Francisco Chronicle 10/6/2022
Cephalopod research by Associate Professor of Biology Robyn Crook was referenced in an article about feelings and emotions in animals. Science News for Students 10/6/2022
A study by Professor of Biology Leticia Marquez-Magana about underrepresentation of women of color in biology was cited in an article about the National Science Foundation’s Improving Undergraduate STEM Education: Hispanic-Serving Institutions program. National Science Foundation 10/4/2022
Alumnus Harry Glorikian was quoted in an op-ed about the benefit of medial phone applications. IT Edge News 10/6/2022
A class led by late faculty member Stephen Gaskin was mentioned in an article about a family farm in Sebastopol. Bohemian 10/5/2022
Alumnus Hunter Thomas discussed being the operations manager for the Litquake Foundation, a Bay Area-based literary organization. East Bay Express 10/4/2022
Professor Emeritus Michael Ritter passed away while swimming in San Francisco Bay. eBar 10/4/2022
The world’s longest-running web camera is at SF State. New Zealand News 10/5/2022; TechTheLead 10/5/2022
SF State’s Filipino Studies courses were mentioned in an article about celebrating the past, present and future of Filipino History Month. Asian Journal 10/5/2022
Litquake Operations Manager Hunter Thomas, an alumnus, was quoted in an article the event’s 23rd anniversary. East Bay Express 10/5/2022
Alumnus Joel Umanzor joined The San Francisco Chronicle as a 2022 Hearst Fellow. San Francisco Chronicle 10/5/2022
Students from SF State’s Apparel Design and Merchandising program were mentioned in an article about how a partnership with Goodwill of the San Francisco Bay and the California Product Stewardship Council is aimed at improving the reputation of second-hand apparel. KALW 10/4/2022
Alumnus and singer Johnny Mathis was profiled. Athens Daily Review 10/4/2022
The 1968 student strike at SF State was mentioned in a review of the book “Asian American Histories of the United States.” Bob On Books 10/4/2022
Assistant Professor of Latinx Studies Bárbara Abadía Rexach discussed the need for more Afro Latino representation in the entertainment industry and ways to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on a KRON 4 News Weekend segment. KRON-TV 10/1/2022 (Clip not available online.)
Professor of Public Health Emma Sanchez-Vaznaugh discussed the increase in maternal mortality for Hispanic women in 2020. American Heart Association News 9/30/2022; MSN 9/30/2022; UK Today News 9/30/2022 (This article was originally published 9/30/2022 by the American Heart Association. It was featured in over 130 media outlets.)
Alumnus Roberto Ordeñana is the new executive director of San Francisco’s GLBT Historical Society.