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Hannah Mullins

Removing tips will affect quality service in restaurants

November 30, 2014 Opinion

I’ve never had the privilege to receive tips for good service. I’ve worked in retail since I turned 18 and I've never understood why people who work in...

Chloe Johnson

Earlier Black Friday openings push working students’ plans

November 28, 2014 News

While most people enjoyed traditional feasts and family gatherings this Thanksgiving, many retail workers had to compromise their plans to work during the Black Friday frenzy. Stores that...

Alma Villegas

Native Americans give thanks for continued culture, remember past

November 26, 2014 News

As the sun rose above the horizon one November morning, years of what one Native American SF State student described as anger began to wane, transforming his perspective on Thanksgiving Day....

Police survey the scene as protestors shut down both directions of traffic on the I-980 freeway in Oakland, Calif. Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2014. Crowds have gathered for two days in a row after word that Ferguson police officer Darren Wilson would not be charged for killing teenager Michael Brown. Peter Snarr/Xpress.
Peter Snarr

Ferguson protests continue in Oakland streets

November 25, 2014 News

UPDATE: Protesters moved towards north Oakland and were able to block traffic for a second time Tuesday on I-580 near 34th Street by climbing up an embankment. Once...

The Capoeria Club at SF State practices their art in the Gymnasium at SF State. Annastashia Goolsby/Xpress.
Annastashia Goolsby

Martial arts meets music in the Capoeria Club

November 25, 2014 Multimedia

Look, it’s martial arts. No, it’s acrobatics. No, it’s capoeira. Among a dozen sport clubs at SF State, the Capoeria Club, consisting of a Brazilian martial art incorporated...

James Cartmill holds an American flag upside-down at the protest in Oakland after a freeway takeover at the Grand Avenue Exit. Protests broke out in the streets of downtown Oakland at Broadway in response to the grand jury’s decision not to indict Officer Darren Wilson who shot and killed teenager Michael Brown. Monday, Nov. 24, 2014 in Oakland, Cali. Amanda Peterson/Xpress.
Peter Snarr

Oakland streets aflame after officer not indicted in Michael Brown case

November 24, 2014 News

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="330"] Elisabeth Perez holds up a sign at the protest that reads "Justice For Michael Brown, Black Lives Matter." Protests broke out in the streets...

Reuben Deveras

Dreams of big ideas and startups draw in students at Autodesk’s college night

November 23, 2014 Life

Hungry college students were treated to free drinks and barbecue as well as insightful information on the tech industry at Autodesk’s College Night event in downtown San Francisco....

Dominique Turner struts down the runway during the 2nd Annual Runway Show & Salsa Party at Jack Adams Hall Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2014. Martin Bustamante/Xpress.
Emilia Rosales

Student models shine in runway show celebrating women of SF State

November 21, 2014 Life

Dominique Turner, a third year Africana studies major at SF State, prides herself on her African American culture and her gender. Turner had an opportunity to express her...

Minnesota's center Savanna Handevidt tries to draw a charging foul from SF State forward Michelle Sutton during a home game Thursday, Nov. 20. SF State Gators lost against the Minnesota Dragons 67-78. Annastashia Goolsby/Xpress.
Alejandro Galicia Diaz

Gators lose to Minnesota State in season home opener

November 21, 2014 Sports

The SF State women's basketball 2014-15 regular season home opener was spoiled on Thursday evening, as they lost against a physically stronger and larger Minnesota State Moorhead team, 78-67....

Dayvon Dunaway

Panel comes together for transgender day of remembrance

November 20, 2014 News 1 Comment

At three years old, Mitch Hymowitz told his parents that his penis was growing and that he couldn’t wait to get older and be a man. His parents...

Jennah Feeley

Obama takes step in right direction for immigration policy in some students’ eyes

November 20, 2014 News

President Obama wielded his authority over Congress today with a plan for immigration reform that has the potential to ease the threat of deportation for millions of undocumented...

Daniel Rivera

ASI merger results in appointment of new interim director

November 19, 2014 News

A divided Associated Students Inc. board of directors confirmed Wednesday a letter of appointment for an interim executive director of the Enhanced Auxiliary, increasing administrative oversight of student...

Dayvon Dunaway

Working in retail instills valuable traits in college students

November 19, 2014 Opinion

As the holiday season fast approaches, any student working in retail knows the perils of trying to keep up with the pace of customer and managerial demands. Some...

Xpress Editors

A line needs to be drawn in student-teacher relationships

November 18, 2014 Opinion

It starts with a chat during a professor’s office hours. Then the relationship thickens, and a cup of coffee is shared among buddies. Soon after, the two find...

Crime scene investigators John Evans and Lyn O'Connor speak during an intermission in the preliminary hearing of Nikhom Thephakaysone at the Hall of Justice, Nov. 18, 2014. Nashelly Chavez/Xpress.
Lulu Orozco and Nashelly Chavez

Fingerprint links suspect to Valdez shooting

November 18, 2014 News

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="600"] Assistant District Attorney John Rowland awaits the start of Nikhom Thephakaysone's preliminary trial outside Department 20 at the Hall of Justice Thursday, Nov. 18,...

Cafe Rosso employees (Left to right) Oday Alsalni, hospitality and tourism major Ally Walker and Qaed Hammad hustle to serve the SF State lunch time rush Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2014. Helen Tinna/Xpress.
Chloe Johnson

San Francisco minimum wage increase not applicable to on-campus employers

November 18, 2014 News

SF State student and bookstore worker Lindsi Lakatos has worked at the campus bookstore for two and a half years, and has found making ends meet on low...

Elizabeth Carranza

Cross country team excels in heat, has high hopes for upcoming Regionals

November 18, 2014 Sports

SF State’s men’s and women’s cross country teams returned from incredible Saturday finishes, running over hills in 100 degree weather at the California Collegiate Athletic Association Championship race,...

Sergio Portela

Wrestlers test skills at Roadrunner open among Division-I schools

November 18, 2014 Sports

After an impressive win over the Division-I Cal Ploy Mustangs, the SF State wrestling team traveled to Fresno, Calif. to compete in the Roadrunner open and build off...

Parisian exchange students Brendon Novel and Auriane Denis-Loupof describe life in Paris during International Education Week in the Rosa Parks conference room in the Cesar Chavez Student Center Monday, Nov. 17, 2014. Daniel Porter / Xpress
Timothy Smith

International Education Week opens with foreign exchange students’ experiences

November 18, 2014 News 1 Comment

[dropcap]O[/dropcap]scar Villagrana knew he had made it to the right place when he arrived in Amsterdam and saw large crowds of people cruising down walkable streets instead of...

Daniel Rivera

Propsed UC system tuition increase stirs controversy among students

November 18, 2014 News

The University of California president’s proposal to increase tuition by 5 percent over the next five years, which is scheduled for a Nov. 19 vote, has drawn opposition...

Taylor LoNigro

SF Green Festival makes its rounds to educate community on living green

November 18, 2014 Life

Green Festivals have been educating communities all over America for about 13 years now, providing healthier alternatives for living economically, socially and all-around environmentally. Thousands of people attended...

Reuben Deveras

Twitter’s former chief scientist talks social media, apps and finding happiness in it all

November 16, 2014 Life 2 Comments

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="600"] Dr. Abdur Chowdhury takes a photo with a fan and SF State student after a discussion about the narrative roles in social media Thursday,...

The SF State University Chorus performing in the 13th annual Harvest Concert at Lakeside Church Friday Nov. 14, 2014. Martin Bustamante/Xpress.
Cecilia Abate

Harvest Concert showcases SF State choruses’ semester-long training

November 16, 2014 Life

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="600"] Jonathan White solos in the University Chorus's performance at the 13th annual Harvest Concert in Lakeside Presbyterian Church Friday, Nov. 14, 2014. Martin Bustamante/Xpress.[/caption]...

Kyle McLorg

Game against Stanford Cardinal marks sixth loss of season for hockey

November 16, 2014 Sports

[caption id="" align="alignright" width="600"] Gators goalkeeper Cillian Variot traps the puck during match against Stanford Cardinal in Redwood City Saturday, Nov. 15, 2014. The Gators lost 21-5. Martin...

Alma Villegas

Parkmerced residents gather to discuss housing relocation

November 15, 2014 News 1 Comment

Hundreds of residents living in Parkmerced will be relocated as part of a redevelopment project to add almost 6,000 new housing units to the neighborhood starting next year....

Peter Snarr

Conversion of one of two dance studios postponed until Fall 2015 semester

November 14, 2014 News

Dance students celebrated Thursday upon notification that the conversion of the dance studio in the Fine Arts Building room 203 would be postponed until the Fall 2015 semester. Daniel...

Yasmine Curmi, R and D for Galaxy Deserts, straightens the sample deserts for the guests at the Taste of the Bay event presented by the hospitality and tourism department at the City View on top of the Metreon in San Francisco, Calif., Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014. Daniel Porter/Xpress.
Nicole Paradise

Taste of the Bay finds new home in downtown San Francisco

November 14, 2014 Life

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="600"] Michael Zito, Executive Chef at Cafe Claude, places chicken liver mousse in a pastry at the Taste of the Bay event presented by the...

Jennah Feeley

CFA and CSU reach agreement on first-year contract, will negotiate for following years

November 14, 2014 News

The California State University board of trustees ratified a tentative agreement with the California Faculty Association Wednesday, which outlines a three-year contract for faculty members. Ongoing negotiations between the...

Miguel Castillo and Ana Morales pose for a photo in front of the make shift photobooth at the IDEAS meeting in the library Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014. Martin Bustamante/Xpress.
Jennah Feeley

Undocumented students come together to share stories and discover opportunities

November 14, 2014 News

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="600"] Yosimar Reyes, the headlining presenter, shares a personal story with the audience at the IDEAS meeting Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2014. Martin Bustamante/Xpress.[/caption] Given another...

Jennah Feeley

ASI board of directors to temporarily remain in command of student funds after vote

November 13, 2014 News

Associated Students Inc. board of directors rejected a proposition that would authorize university supervision of student governed funds Wednesday, in an effort to maintain control of their accounts....

Anna Hecht and Hannah Mullins

Timeline for attending the third annual Hungarian Film Festival at SF State

November 13, 2014 Life

“The reason it began is because I am Hungarian, so there’s a personal connection there,” said Steve Kovacs, interim chair of SF State’s cinema department. Two years ago...

Police caution tape stretches across the perimeter of the Cesar Chavez Student Center Thursday, Nov. 13, 2014. Kelly Soderlund/Special to Xpress. Kelly Soderlund / Special to Xpress
Nashelly Chavez, Michael Barba and Ida Mojadad

UPDATED: Bomb threat prompts student center evacuation

November 13, 2014 News 1 Comment

UPDATE: The San Francisco Police Department and University Police Department confirmed that the Cesar Chavez Student Center is safe to reenter, determining that there is no threat to...

Elizabeth Carranza

Seniors give an emotional goodbye in their final volleyball game

November 12, 2014 Sports

Senior night kicked things off for the Gators volleyball team with a packed gym chanted that “Go Gators” along side SF State’s cheerleading squad, while the team’s seniors Jacquie Brice,...

Andrew Reggi poses for a picture the morning after winning his match 8-1 against Cal Poly Pomona in San Francisco Sunday, Nov. 9, 2014.
Sergio Portela

Wrestler works to become All American

November 12, 2014 Sports

[caption id="" align="alignleft" width="600"] SF State's wrestles Oregon State's Nate Keeve at the California Collegiate Open, which was held in SF State's Main Gymnasium, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2014....

Jack Hyde high-fives a player from the girls soccer team, while he holds presents the team got for him. Coach of the women's soccer team at SF State, Jack Hyde, is retiring this season, so the team made Oct. 22 Coach Jack Hyde Day, right before the girls soccer team at Cox Stadium in San Francisco, Calif., on October 22, 2014.
Alejandro Galicia Diaz

Coach Hyde says goodbye after 35 years at SF State

November 12, 2014 Sports

[caption id="attachment_61658" align="alignleft" width="250"] Head Women's Soccer Coach Jack Hyde was instrumental in adding women’s soccer at SF State in 1982 and has been the head coach for...

Mayoral canidate Joe Tuman poses for a photograph Monday, Nov. 3, 2014. Martin Bustamante/Xpress.Mayoral canidate Joe Tuman poses for a photograph Monday, Nov. 3, 2014.
Chloe Johnson

Professor juggles workload during bid for Oakland mayor

November 11, 2014 News 3 Comments

When professor Joseph “Joe” Tuman gave a lecture on the regulation of Internet content to a packed classroom, he offered no hint that he was also running for...

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