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U.S. News and World Report ranks Sonoma State as Top Public School

Sonoma State University has once again received recognition for being one of the top public institutions for higher education in the West. This week, the U.S. News and World Report released its “2019 Best Colleges” rankings, which placed Sonoma State as No.

Art by Stephen Whisler
Art Gallery Brings "Explosive" New Exhibit

The University Art Gallery at Sonoma State University is hosting "The Tyranny of Objects: Recent Work by Stephen Whisler" Sept. 6, through Oct. 14, with a free artist walkthrough on Sunday, Sept. 23, 3-4 p.m.

Christopher Woodcock, "Nuns Fire burning east of the City of Sonoma, 4 am October 15th 2017," 2018, photo
Sonoma State University unveils ‘After the fire’ exhibit

In recognition of the approaching one-year anniversary of the North Coast fires, the public is invited to experience a new exhibit on display in the Sonoma State University Library Gallery titled “Reflections: After the Fire.” Through painting, photography, video and mixed media, the exhibit feat

Service and Internship fair to bring over 50 organizations

Sonoma State University’s annual Service and Internship Fair is expected to bring over 50 nonprofit and government organizations to recruit and interact with students on Aug. 30.

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Sonoma State University ranked No. 88 in the West by Forbes magazine

Sonoma State University has once again been selected as one of America’s top colleges by Forbes magazine. Under the “top college” listings released by Forbes on Aug. 21, SSU was ranked No. 88 in the West and No. 150 among public colleges in the nation.

The Osage Nation
SSU professor receives $50,000 National Endowment for the Humanities grant

Janet Hess, a Sonoma State University professor of art history and African and diasporic studies, has received a $50,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the first of its kind awarded to a CSU educator this year.

Frederick Wiseman
Frederick Wiseman headlines Sonoma Film Institute's fall season

As it prepares for its 35th anniversary season, the Sonoma Film Institute will retain its title as the oldest film repertory organization in the North Bay Area by presenting more than 30 films from August to April, including a screening of Frederick Wiseman’s critically acclaimed docume

Seawolf Alumnae Continue Careers Professionally

Since 2012 the Sonoma State Women's Soccer program has produced five All-Americans, three of whom have recently gone on to continue their playing careers as professional footballers.

David Dougherty swears in
Sonoma State University’s new police chief takes oath

(ROHNERT PARK) David B.