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Welcome
Sacramento State President Robert S . Nelsen on why Sac State is on the rise
Sacramento State On the Rise
University sets sights on continued excellence and growth by Ken Smith
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On the Rise Campaign Sac State ’ s first comprehensive campaign hopes to raise $ 225 million by 2023 by Jennifer von Geldern
Sac State by the Numbers
Workforce Development
Sac State helps shape the region ’ s future economy by Bill Sessa
Carlsen Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship by Jessica Hice
California Mobility Center by Jessica Hice
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Building a Safe Space
Campus implements groundbreaking antiracism and inclusion plan by Ken Smith
Leaving a Legacy
Alumni donations and endowments expand opportunities by Bill Sessa
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Partner Spotlight : Five Star Bank
Made at Sac State
Profiles of notable alumni by Jessica Laskey
What does your Sac State education mean to you ?
College of Continuing Education by Jennifer von Geldern
Photo Essay
Sac State student life , campus beauty , athletics , new construction and special events
COVER PHOTO COURTESY OF SACRAMENTO STATE
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