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 the food industry complain about a slow night. Most restaurant employees that I know get paid an
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 were previously closed on the holiday, like Best Buy and Target, opened late Thanksgiving afternoon this year. SF
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. Nicholas Gomez, a descendant of the Ohlone-Costanoan Esselen Nation, a tribe that has resided in the Monterey Bay
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 police were able to clear the group from the freeway, protesters continued to the intersection of West MacArthur Boulevard
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 with dance, acrobatics and music is one of the most enthralling. Despite being a mere five years
[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 of downtown Oakland at Broadway in response to the grand jury’s decision not to indict Officer Darren
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. Julia Papapietro, an SF State alumna, worked alongside Elena Faddoul, a Berkeley political science major and intern with
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 pride in the 2nd annual Runway Show and Salsa Party in honor of the women of SF State. Turner,
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. Minnesota State's height advantage was apparent from the opening tip-off, as they dominated the rebound battle and forced
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 fired back by reminding him that he was born a girl. “My whole life has just been conformity,”
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 people--and students--living in the country. Members of congress voiced concern over the president’s executive actions prior to the
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 government. The confirmation of Aimee Barnes, assistant director of program and services, during its weekly meeting split the
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 say the job is easy, people working these jobs know better. However, working in retail instills important values
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 themselves getting beers in the pub, discussing topics from the most recent lecture. Before you know it,
[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, 2014. Nashelly Chavez/Xpress.[/caption] In a preliminary hearing postponed for months after SF State student Justin Valdez was shot
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 wages to be a struggle. While Lakatos received a boost in pay after Follett purchased the bookstore
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, and now set their minds on Regionals. “I was very happy with how the team performed. We ran
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 of their momentum. The Gators were one of a few Division-II teams to compete at the open alongside nine Division-I
[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 the gridlocked traffic associated with large American cities. A senior in SF State’s music program, Villagrana chose to
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 from students and concern within the California State University system. The proposal, announced Nov. 6, would result in
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 Green Festivals across the country in Los Angeles, New York, Washington D.C. and Chicago this year, and
[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, Nov. 13, 2014. Annastashia Goolsby/Xpress.[/caption] It’s not every day that a person would tweet about his or her
[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] Amid winter colds and midterms, four SF State vocal groups have trained all semester for a harvest concert where they performed their
[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 Bustamante/Xpress.[/caption] SF State's best hope at skating to its first win of the season got derailed Saturday night,
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. The project, approved by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in May 2011, will add new housing units
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 Bernardi, interim dean of the college of liberal and creative arts, informed the program in an email to
[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 Hospitality and Tourism Department at the City View on top of the Metreon in San Francisco, Calif.,
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 CSU and the CFA about salary structure and workload have come to a standstill, but the tentative agreement
[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 child’s birth certificate and instructed to lie about his mother’s name, Miguel Castillo was taken by a guide
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. The proposal would have granted a University official oversight over four accounts belonging to the Cesar Chavez Student
“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 Kovacs and a friend of his decided to bring the contemporary Hungarian cinema here to SF State. It
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 the building. Officials reopened the student center for business at 12:58 p.m. "I am grateful for the rapid
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, Melissa Horton and Jazmine Williams walked onto the court with their loved ones. The emotional farewell to the
[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. Reggi won the match 8-3 but wouldn't advance any further due to an injury. Gavin McIntyre/Xpress.[/caption] Isolated, SF State
[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 its entire 29 year existence. Ryan Leibrich/Xpress.[/caption] An illustrious 35-year coaching career came to an end for the
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 mayor of Oakland. But the communications professor, who has been teaching at SF State since 1987, spent
