27 Jan 2021, GameStop's publicly traded stock skyrocketed to a price of $347.51 per chase, which was $328.51 more than he value of the stock only 10 days before., GameStop's market cap reached $33.7 billion up from $1.2 billion at the end of December., The massive surge was primarily due to users on the social media platform reddit intentionally driving up the stock price., Reddit encouraged it's users that used the site Robinhood stock service to buy the stock in mass., In January, the stock has increased to $206.20 but is unsure on what the stock will look like. Robinhood investors have currently won this round.
2020
Sonoma State Star
Sonoma County Planning Commission considers ordinance to expand cannabis agricultural permits
Barkey, Isabelle
5
Yes
Staff members and District Planning Commissioners of Sonoma County met to discuss a new proposal that would change the nature of cannabis business in Sonoma County., A proposal was made to change parts of chapter 26 in the County Code and add a new chapter, 38, to expand the permit opportunities for Cannabis farmers., A General Amendment Plan was also proposed to change the Agricultural Resources Element to officially recognize marijuana as an agricultural crop. , Throughout March, virtual town hall meetings took place in which the public was asked to share their thoughts with the planning commissioners. , On April 15, the District Commissioners will meet again to go over their revisions, redo the straw vote and then send their conclusions to the board of Sonoma County Supervisors.
2020
Sonoma State Star
SSU community finds ways to have fun during pandemic
Hermogeno, Gabriella
5
Yes
Because of the pandemic, Sonoma State University students have had to adapt to methods in order to socially connect with each other. Some students pursue nightlife activities., But others have recreated, "nightlight experiences" from the comfort of their homes. Examples, of partaking in activities that include doing arts and crafts, journaling, solving puzzles, painting and playing with their pets at home., Students who were regulars at the Graton Casino in Rohnert Park, are also saying that the experience isn't the same, because their is less talking and socializing.
2020
Sonoma State Star
Virtual gallery spotlights CSU professors
Carroll, Cheyenne
6
Yes
The Sonoma State Art Department put together a virtual gallery featuring work from art department faculty members from 19 of the 23 universities in the CSU system., The virtual gallery displays work from multiple different schools, the virtual exhibition is unique to SSU., Interim Gallery Director, Jen Bethke, curated the work for ART@CSU, and Exhibitions Coordinator and Collections Manager, Carla Stone put everything online., Bethke's intention was to spotlight one studio art faculty member from each CSU campus to create a sense of community during a time where people are isolated from each other., The faculty member from SSU featured in the galley is Professor Nathan Haenlein, who teaches beginning printmaking, advanced drawing, and intermediate woodcut/etching this Spring semester.
2020
Sonoma State Star
SIFF celebrates another successful virtual festival
Insua, Nancy
6
Yes
From March 24 to the 28th, held the Sonoma International Live and Virtual Film Festival (SIFF). The event showcased over 120 films including over 20 premieres., They held 3 drive-in live events in Sonoma County and remained an innovative and notable film festival., SIFF prides itself on the diversity of filmmakers and films alike. The festival has received a long list of accolades since their origins in Sonoma County back in 1997.
2020
Sonoma State Star
Alcohol to-go sales on the rise during pandemic
Blair, Julia
6
No
People have been purchasing to-go alcohol at a fast rate and the industry is booming. , Restaurants are able to charge fair prices for their premium cocktails and consumers are set up to feel lie they are inside the establishment from the comfort and safety of their own homes., Many restaurants have been offering this in Rohnert Park. Applebee's serves takeout cocktails that are all under ten dollars., Other local restaurants such as Cafe Mimosa are offering their signature beverages to go. There is a mutually beneficial relationship that his trend has created from a surge in takeout business., Forbes writer Chris Furnari, stated, "According to a new report from market research firm IWSR, which provides insights on the global alcoholic beverage market, online sales of alcohol in the U.S. are expected to grow by more than 80% this year."
2020
Sonoma State Star
The history and future of art at Sonoma State
Rowell, Mary Helen
7
Yes
Campus Art Committee, Collecting, Maintaining, Distributing, 9 Members, Accepting Art Collections, Future plans.
2020
Sonoma State Star
Students shine at virtual Voice Recital Variety Show
Alvarado, Jayline
7
Yes
Sonoma State's Music Department, Vocal Program's Variety Show, Song of Student's Choosing, Rewatchable on Music Department Website
2020
Sonoma State Star
ASG election results are in for the 2021-2022 year
Philpott, Noah
8
Yes
Associated Student Government (ASG) Elections, election results, 550 votes casted, 7.6% turnout of the university
2020
Sonoma State Star
SSU holds Zoom lecture about cultural burning
Meyers, Pamela
8
Yes
Zoom lecture, topic of Cultural Burning on the Yurok Reservation and Ancestral lands, Lecturers Dr. Erica Tom and Amal Munayer, Fire as a cultural importance
2020
Sonoma State Star
Alumni Takeovers provide post-graduation information
Smith, Matthew
8
No
Alumni takeover events, Topic of students and prospective students on what post-graduate life looks like, Career centers teams with Seawolf living to produce these alumni takeover events
2020
Sonoma State Star
Undocu-Widsom workshops offer valuable information to undocumented students
Breen, Kaitlin
9
No
SSU Dream Center partner with Dreamer Resource Center at Sacramento State, Undocu-Wisdom workshop, Workshop series from Feb 17th to May 12th, Topics for undocumented students, immigrant communities and their allies.
2020
Sonoma State Star
Applications for housing on campus in 2021-2022 are now open
Morales, Caroline
9
Yes
Campus housing applications, open for students by May 1st, Living on campus amenities, Residential Education and Campus to create all-inclusive experience
2020
Sonoma State Star
What the red tier means for Sonoma County businesses and residents
Alvarado, Emily
10
Yes
California's tier system colors: purple, and red, Sonoma and Contra Costa County moved from red tier on March 14th to purple tier, Coronavirus Numbers & COVID-19 statistics by county, state and US as a whole on the Press Democrat website
2020
Sonoma State Star
COVID-19 vaccine trials for children underway
Adams, Callie
10
Yes
COVID-19 Pandemic, Multiple Vaccines in trials for children, Moderna, Pfizer/BioNTech stared testing vaccine doses with children, Johnson & Johnson have started vaccine trials.
2020
Sonoma State Star
TikTok implements new safety features to protect users' mental health
No
TikTok Safety implementations, Features to protect users mental health, Options to hider, delete or block comments for others to see, feature to allow more respectful discussions, less spam and offensive remarks.
Newsom announces COVID-19 vaccine eligibility for all California adults starting in April
Spence, Vincent
10
Yes
Vaccine Eligibility, Various dates for eligibility for California residents dependent on their ages from 16 to 50 and up.
2020
Sonoma State Star
Rohnert Park City Council agrees on climate change policy
Sonoma Star Staff
12
Yes
Protest photos with various signs on fireworks ban
2020
Sonoma State Star
Restaurants begin alcohol delivery during pandemic
Sonoma Star Staff
12
Yes
Photos, Restaurant photos
2020
Sonoma State Star
Sonoma State hosts series of repopulation forums for Fall 2021
Alvarado, Emily
1,5
Yes
Sonoma State University, Continuity Planning Groups, Hosting Forums for Faculty and Students, Associated Students are supporting open forums
