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Group from Sonoma State University and others receiving award
Preserving Cultural Heritage

After receiving an award from the Governor's office, Sonoma State University’s Anthropological Studies Center is being hailed as a model for government agencies in preserving Native American cultural heritage in other states and at the federal level.

scene from Herzog's new film
SFI 2017

Werner Herzog's new film, "Lo and Behold, Reveries of the Connected World," opens the Sonoma Film Institute's fall 2017 season at Sonoma State University. It explores the digital landscape with a fervent curiosity that has characterized Herzog's recent documentaries.

child on bike with instructor following
Special Needs Bike Camp

The Cycle Without Limits bike camp for children with special needs will be held January 13-16 at Sonoma State University. The camp uses specially-designed bicycles to teach children who often have difficulty learning how to ride a conventional two-wheeled bicycle.

Copeland Creek
Fresh Water for the WATERS Collective

Sonoma State University has received a $330,000 grant from the Sonoma County Water Agency for academic and sustainability programs in the University's WATERS collaborative.

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$200,000 Donation

Roy and Rachael Cecchetti of Cecchetti Wine Company have donated $200,000 in support of Sonoma State University's Wine Spectator Learning Center, a state-of-the-art education complex and future home of the Wine Business Institute slated to open in summer 2017.

men's soccer team celebrates victory
Sports Update Nov. 1

Sonoma State University sports update, Oct. 26-Nov. 1. Men's soccer clinches CCAA playoff spot; women's soccer clinches the No.

Francisco Vazquez with members of Latino Service Providers
Latino Mental Health

Latino Service Providers has received a $1 million grant to explore how Latino cultural practices promote mental and behavioral health.

Teacher working with young Hispanic student
Bachelor's and Bilingual Credential

Sonoma State University has received a $200,000 grant allowing students to earn a Bachelor's degree and bilingual teaching credential in just four years total, saving students at least one year and an estimated $20,000.

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Give2SSU

On November 29, Sonoma State University will again participate in #GivingTuesday, a global effort dedicated to donating to nonprofit organizations following the spending craze of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

"Chasing Promises" painting by John Yoyogi Fortes
Cries and Whispers

Sonoma State University presents "Cries and Whispers: Paintings by John Yoyogi Fortes and Cate White" in the University Art Gallery, Nov. 3-Dec. 11. Admission to the gallery is free, parking is $5-$8 on campus. A free opening reception is Thursday, Nov. 3, 4-6 p.m.