SF State accounting professor Richard Embusch dies at 69
By Chris Embusch, Special to Xpress My father, Richard Henry Embusch, a dedicated professor of the SF State accounting department for 23 years and auditor for the IRS, died April 2 from esophageal…
Xpress embraces new SF State president Les Wong with optimism
As far as first impressions go, new SF State President Les Wong has left us feeling, well, a little giddy. While no one is carving “SFSU + LW” on any trees yet, we…
Xpress welcomes the new SF State president
Leslie E. Wong of Northern Michigan University was appointed as SF State’s new president yesterday. While Wong is sure to be inundated with suggestions on how to best fill the shoes of the long-serving…
New SF State president is Leslie Wong of Northern Michigan University
Leslie E. Wong has been announced as the new president of SF State today. The former president of Northern Michigan University will replace President Robert A. Corrigan as the 13th president of SF State…
Student Health Center fee increase proves beneficial for SF State students
When was the last time you made an important phone call at 4 a.m.? While drunk dials and ordering a late-night pizza might be the only time you reach for the phone past midnight,…
Letter to the editor: DPRC director responds to editorial on student disability
Response to 4/25 “Disabled Students Lack Support” I would like to thank Lisa Carmack for sharing her personal experiences as a student with a disability at SF State in her April 25, 2012…
Mainstream media depicts narrow images of minorities
By Adan Falcon, Special to Xpress Today’s most critically acclaimed shows have ignited controversy in their depiction of people of color as minor characters, part of the background, or as help. A tweet…
Utilizing the empty Annex for Rhythms Music Festival is a welcomed treat
By spearheading the Rhythms Music Festival in the old Annex space, ASI has brought a refreshing dose of ingenuity to the campus. While the Annex has served faithfully as an interim space, this…
Lack of transparency a disservice and threat to public education
If you want to find out anything about the important decisions affecting this institution, you must navigate a bureaucratic system that is not only unfriendly, but actively hostile to those seeking to shine…
Brushing up on SF State emergency procedures is vital in maintaining campus safety
San Franciscans are used to maintaining composure in the face of potential emergencies. In a city where after an earthquake most of us race to be the first to tweet about it rather…
BECA classes cancelled, offices closed after safety scare
Several broadcast and electronic communication arts classes were cancelled and the department office was closed after a student was seen with a weapon in the Creative Arts building Tuesday between 2:10 p.m. and…
Selling bookstore to a corporation perpetuates privatization of public education
Beginning today and continuing through next week, administrators will meet to get input from three bidders who are seeking the privilege of running the SF State Bookstore, as well as public comment. Like…
UPDATED: Two computers stolen from Humanities building recovered at pawn shop
UPDATE April 3, 6:30 p.m.: Two desktop computers belonging to SF State have been recovered at a local pawn shop after an apparent burglary that took place at the Humanities building early Monday…
BART to increase fares in July, amount still unclear
By Brad Wilson, special to Xpress The cost of getting to school may soon climb higher, with the BART Board of Trustees set to raise fares within the next few weeks that will…
CSU officials, Reed should be ashamed for shunning students while paying presidents more
Once upon a time, public education catered to the public. Thanks to the continued efforts of Chancellor Charles Reed, that legacy is slowly being dismantled. While many students reveled in their Spring Break…
The Ins and Outs: I’m not a slut, I embrace my sexuality
By Mehgan Bowers, special to Xpress Looking back on my days as a college freshman, where I am today amazes me. Through the blurs of alcohol, the smell of dirty sex and unknown…
CSU, Chancellor Reed continue to bite the hands that feed
At this rate, someone could very easily turn the saga of the budget crisis into a soap opera. The back and forth between the California Faculty Association and Chancellor Charles Reed has been…
REVIEW: Will Ferrell delights in new film “Casa de mi Padre”
By Tiffany Linter, special to Xpress First came a crazed frat guy, then a culture shocked elf. Then came a high-strung news anchor, followed by an over-the-top NASCAR driver. Now, Will Ferrell has…
Newly-opened Ike’s Place brings choices and competition to SF State
Story by Caitlin Byrne, special to Xpress It has been featured in eight articles in The New York Times, 7×7 Magazine’s “100 Things to Eat Before You Die” and a number of restaurant…
ASI should be responsible for increasing voter turnout
While it may be the presidential primaries making national news this week, for SF State students, another important election period is slipping away. With elections for student representatives fast approaching, past turnout indicates…
BLOG: Minute-by-minute updates of March 1 rally at San Francisco City Hall
Demonstrators gathered at the steps of San Francisco City Hall and at the California State Building as part of the March 1 Day of Action to share personal anecdotes and sing songs to…
BLOG: March 1 Day of Action at SF State
After heavy rain and a low student turnout, the March 1 Day of Action activities seemed to fizzle out as quickly as they had begun. The day’s events were led by both Students…
SF State students and faculty share their stories for Day of Action
Frederico Villalobos Walter Parenteau Joe Kloythanomsup Kim Geron Rachel Stower Lauren Stower Sheila Tully Sadaf Malik Siraj Shabber Jocelyn Palenco Ann Robertson James Quesada Evelyn Mendoza Salma Elshakre Zachariah Barghouti Stephen Georgiou Alejandro…
Day of Action: Get off your butt and participate
We can no longer afford to tolerate the apathy that has stagnated social movements on this campus. Consider the actions surrounding March 1 your invitation to get out of your seats and reclaim…
SF State’s Health Equity Institute helps HIV patients break barriers to healthcare
By Vikram Singh/Special to Xpress It’s a three letter acronym that carries a negative connotation. Reactions to the pronouncement of this word range from fear and shock to total apathy. It’s HIV. Cynthia A….
SF State cinema professor brings life to the big screen
By Monica Quesada, special to Xpress Sometimes life imitates art. Sometimes, art and life become so intertwined, it’s hard to tell which is imitating the other. Britta Sjogren, SF State cinema professor and…
President Corrigan must put a stop to frivolous spending during financial crisis
While President Robert A. Corrigan’s new pet project, “Student Voices,” enjoyed front-page publicity last week in the San Francisco Chronicle as a way for students to voice their frustrations about CSU fee increases,…
Administration failed to keep students informed in pivotal moment of presidential search
SF State seems eager to find new ways to yet again fail to include students in the new presidential search. The University hosted the first and only public forum to discuss the selection…
Renters must set standards and stick to them when searching for housing
Housing in San Francisco can be a nightmare, but that doesn’t seem to stop many apartment seekers from rushing into less-than-ideal situations. From tyrannical landlords to sociopathic roommates, everyone has a tale. In…
