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Cutting the tallest poppy

The Collegian

Success shouldn’t come with a target on one’s back, but at Fresno State, Tall Poppy Syndrome (TPS) is cutting down high-achieving students, stifling ambition across the campus.

Tunes for when the leaves turn orange

The Collegian

There’s something about the crisp air, changing leaves and midterms being behind us that makes me want to listen to the perfect music to reset for the season, and I’ve put together my top picks of new and old favorites to help Fresno State students get through these last few weeks of the fall semester.

Rainbow Family Day Faces Challenges Amidst Declining Representation

LGBTQ Fresno

Fresno Chaffee Zoo’s annual Rainbow Family Day took place on Saturday, June 8, featuring appearances from several LGBTQ+ organizations in Fresno. As a family-focused event, Rainbow Family Day celebrates, supports, and provides educational resources for LGBTQ+ families and their allies in the Central Valley, offering fun crafts, entertainment, local food vendors, and community booths.

NFL fans need to ‘Shake It Off’ and embrace Taylor Swift

The Collegian

If you’re a Swiftie like me, you’ve seen the claims that her mere presence is ‘ruining football’ and the experience of watching it, despite her attendance at NFL games resulting in a spike in viewership, particularly from the female audience. So… why is this exactly?

Students question the effectiveness of campus safety measures

The Collegian

Despite Fresno State’s blue light emergency poles being designed to assist with on-campus safety, their effectiveness has been called into question by students on campus.

Celebrity endorsements rise as 2024 presidential election nears

The Collegian

The Swifties for Kamala Coalition made headlines on Aug. 28 after quickly raising almost $150,000 for Kamala Harris’ campaign in its virtual rally. Their launch event, which drew approximately 34,000 people, highlighted the impact of celebrity influence on political campaigns.

Fresno State makes waves in water education with new minor

Fresno State News

Fresno State is introducing a groundbreaking new minor, in collaboration with the California Water Institute, focusing on multiple facets of the water industry for students to add to their educational plan.

CSU student assistants vote on whether to unionize

The Collegian

Working alongside the CSU Employees Union (CSUEU) and Service Employees International Union 2579 (SEIU) members, student assistants are fighting to take a stand against the exploitation they face.

Review: Arcane’s second season starts with a bang

The Collegian

Netflix’s hit animated show “Arcane” has returned for season two and picks up exactly where we left off; right after Jinx’s attack on Piltover. With Fortiche’s beautiful animation and equally impressive voiceover cast, the second season proves it can immerse fans in the tense world of Piltover and Zaun.

Dakota EcoGarden provides services to combat homelessness in Fresno

The Collegian

Dakota EcoGarden, also known as the Eco Village Project of Fresno, is committed to providing sustainable transitional housing for Fresno’s homeless population.

Groundwater Awareness Week shines spotlight on vital water issues

Fresno State News

The California Water Institute at Fresno State is scheduled to host an online webinar at 9 a.m. Friday, March 15, to highlight local issues regarding the use of groundwater. The webinar is part of Groundwater Awareness Week, an annual observance established by the National Groundwater Association and will be taking place through March 16.

Mastermind: The Impact of Taylor Swift on the Film Industry

Fresno State Esports

The Eras Tour concert film made history by collaborating directly with AMC theaters, sidelining major Hollywood studios entirely.

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