Ranked-choice voting tips
In the ranked-choice voting system for San Francisco mayor, sheriff and district attorney, voters have the option of ranking their top three choices for each position. All choices appear in three columns labeled…
PHOTOS: SF State Halloween Fashions
San Francisco is no stranger to off-beat and unique outfits on its streets, but Halloween gives people a new closet to dig their outfits from. From a bearded lady to mustached plumbers, SF…
Tensions rise in Occupy Oakland, Occupy SF protests
Bright flashes of light, ear-piercing explosions and rising smoke might be considered ordinary in the middle of a war zone, but these were the sights and sounds in downtown Oakland during last Tuesday’s…
Campus crime update: brass knuckes, parking deception and too much to drink
Incidents occurred between Oct. 25 and Oct. 31. Warrants and ruckus Brass knuckles are called ‘poing américain’ in French, which is literally translated as an ‘American punch.’ Apparently, Americans used these tools during…
Proposition H will limit opportunities for children, schools
San Francisco’s Proposition H cleverly disguises an elitist agenda as a policy “for the kids.” Yet the prop has potential to reintroduce class-informed boundaries into the local education system, and must not be voted…
San Francisco Sheriff: get to know the candidates
The primary function of the San Francisco Sheriff is to oversee the operation of the county jails as well as to supervise release and rehabilitation programs. Michael Hennessey is the current sheriff. Chris…
Ranked choice voting a good opportunity for third-party candidates
The air of change has been as thick as tear gas lately, and San Francisco’s new ranked-choice voting system is a chance to expand upon that. With voters picking their top three candidates,…
Forkin’ Frisco: The Sunset District’s hidden gems
Forkin’ Sunset When you think of the Sunset neighborhood, images that come to mind are likely of a quiet suburban neighborhood filled with fog and ample parking. Because of its proximity to SF…
Slow start and multiple errors cost SF State volleyball team match against Cal State East Bay
SF State’s volleyball team failed to execute during Friday night’s “Battle of the Bay” rematch at Cal State East Bay, losing a heartbreaking match that went to five sets. Despite Megan Johnson’s…
Ranked-Choice voting explained: voters given second, third choices
With 16 candidates on the ballot in this year’s mayoral election, it can be hard to pick one candidate, let alone three. San Francisco is asking voters to do just that in this…
Halloween: the harms of exploiting cultural stereotypes
Ah, Halloween. That magical holiday when people of all kinds transform into whatever they want to be, if only for a night. A holiday that fills the streets with geisha girls, cowboys, indians,…
VIDEO: Halloween tales from SF State
With Halloween around the corner, SF State students share their memories of All Hallows Eve with Xpress reporter Michael Huber and Xpress photographer Gregory Moreno. A wide variety of students from freshman to graduate…
PHOTOS: Occupy Oakland protesters prevented from joining demonstrators in San Francisco
A peaceful gathering at Frank H. Ogawa Plaza grew tense when protestors participating in the Occupy Oakland demonstration were denied entrance to the 12th St. City Center BART station, resulting in two arrests….
VIDEO, PHOTOS: OccupySF continues stakeout of Justin Herman Plaza
A crowd of as many as 1,000 people gathered at Justin Herman Plaza to join the Occupy SF movement as well as to defend the camp that was allegedly set to be raided…
VIDEO: SF State celebrates Sustainable Food Day with iron chef competition
SF State, with the cooperation of its organizations and departments, began promoting environmentally friendly lifestyles through events and awareness for Sustainability Week, which began Monday. Transforming SF State into a more environmentally friendly…
VIDEO, PHOTOS: Occupy Oakland protesters clash with riot police
Oakland police in riot gear attempted to disperse protesters gathered at Frank Ogawa Plaza Tuesday night, citing unlawful assembly. During this removal, tensions flared between the Occupy Oakland gathering and police forces. According…
SF State baseball team raising money for player who was struck by vehicle
While trying to catch a bus home Sept. 9 at approximately 9:30 p.m., Mo Mariscal, second baseman for SF State, was struck by a vehicle on the corner of Holloway and 19th avenues according…
SF State men spend a day in women’s shoes for domestic violence awareness
Male students from SF State spent the day walking around campus in women’s heels to raise awareness and funds for survivors of domestic violence. Zack Szabadi, one of the organizers of the event,…
Graduating on time does not have to be a struggle
Let’s tell the truth, almost no one gets their bachelor’s degree in four years anymore. That’s why super seniors exist, college students who take five or more years to complete their “four-year degree.” And…
Marijuana dispensaries could be evicted by order of federal government
The war on medical marijuana took a new turn recently as landlords who rent to medical marijuana dispensaries were threatened with prosecution by the federal government in California. Earlier this month, federal prosecutors…
VIDEO: The Mint Karaoke Lounge offers inexpensive fun for students
The atmosphere is thick with audience excitement and anticipation. Microphone in hand and a chart-topping song prepared for cheering fans with live-streaming video broadcasted worldwide, the star is now ready to take the…
Muni changes route for 28-Limited bus as part of pilot project
With budgets always being cut, the commute to SF State isn’t getting any easier. On Oct. 17, a change was made to the frequency of the 28-L, a crucial route for students. The…
VIDEO: SF State student traveling in Europe finds way home after running out of money
By Hunter Mulich and Jeff Sandstoe Tyler Cornfield was nearly six thousand miles away from home when he ran out of money. He had to make a choice. The lanky SF State student,…
“Trial of Lucullus” radio play reinterpreted by SF State theater department
Radio brings many things to a modern world like irrelevant one-hit-wonders from the ’90s, that dream doctor show at obsolete hours and … the condemnation of Roman generals to Hades? Assistant professor of…
Polyamory: building a relationship with multiple partners
First dates usually start with conversations about music preferences, living situations and work. Most people won’t declare “Just so you know, I’m not monogamous,” as SF State senior Emily Irving, 21, does. Irving…
VIDEO: San Francisco mayoral candidates speak at SF State
Associated Students Inc. invited candidates for San Francisco mayor to SF State Thursday, Oct. 20. Students and community members had the opportunity to introduce themselves and ask questions. Candidates who spoke at the…
Campus crime update: attempted auto theft, defaced Hall of Fame and an overzealous creep
All incidents happened between Oct. 19 and Oct. 24. Dude, where’s my car? While driving in San Francisco can be a hassle, it is often faster than waiting for the 28 or 29…
SF State cross country teams ready to wrap up exemplary season
It’s hard for a cross country team to be badass. It’s just not one of those sports. There’s no contact. The athletes are petite by necessity. Nothing about cross country is inherently cool….
President Obama’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Iraq delayed, but welcomed
After nearly nine years of occupying Iraq, President Barack Obama has announced the complete withdrawal of American troops by December. I know what you’re thinking – finally, right? – but if Iraq wasn’t…
SF State runners earn honors at conference championship
The SF State cross country team had its best showing ever in the California Collegiate Athletic Association Championships with the men finishing second and members of the women’s team receiving individual honors. Four…
