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Summer Lomendehe

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer

Just a small girl with big dreams of becoming a cultural writer one day. When I’m not writing for The Connection, I’m writing sci-fi novels that never get finished. Can be seen wearing graphic tees or sporting a resting anxiety face.

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Campus institutionalizes the formation of academic communities

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
December 24, 2019
Single-use plastic such as plastic comes and utensils have been the subject of several California bills this year that would reduce it in the upcoming years. Recycling, in general, will help reduce waste in the state.

[Photo] California attempts to decrease usage of single-use plastic

Cameron Werblun, Staff Writer
December 15, 2019
“Last Christmas” tells the unfortunate but uplifting story of Kate, who is inspired by her love interest Tom after falling into a year's long rut following a heart transparent surgery. The film, which is a romantic comedy, premiered on Nov. 8.

Henry Golding proves he’s this season’s best boyfriend in ‘Last Christmas’

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
November 18, 2019
The women's swim team swam for an hour on Thursday during their swim-a-thon fundraiser. The fundraiser aimed to raise money for the team, which would cover expenses such as travel costs or equipment needed for the swimmers to train.

[Photo] Women’s swim team holds fundraiser for their program

Halimeh Edais, Staff Writer
November 8, 2019
Jessica Hicks (left), a 21-year-old photography major, dressed up as Kasane Teto, a Japanese character similar to Vocaloid Hatsune Miku. Jason Perry (right), a 22-year-old digital media major, dressed up as Midoriya Izuku from Japanese anime "My Hero Academia."

[Photo] Costumes, candy and clubs, oh my!

Lucy Vang, Staff Writer
November 9, 2019
Super-M is a male K-pop group comprised of various artists under SM Entertainment. The group's first album, titled "The 1st Mini Album," was released on Oct. 4.

K-pop group Super-M jumps into the future with first mini-album

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
October 14, 2019

District allows students to use preferred names on college records

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
October 8, 2019
Every Thursday, The Hawk Spot offers fresh produce. The addition of the produce is one of the many other things the food pantry has planned to offer this semester.

[Photo] Campus food pantry offers fresh produce

Jacob Peterson, Staff Writer
September 28, 2019
Anti-abortion activists express free speech by talking with students during an unannounced visit to campus on Sept. 10.

[Photo] Free speech tactics by group crosses boundaries, says faculty

Kellie Bevins, Staff Writer
September 24, 2019
Students gathered in the Library Conference Room for the Pride Tea Hour.

[Photo] Meeting brings pride, tea and students into one place

Cameron Werblun, Staff Writer
September 16, 2019
ASCRC Senate President Jonathan Leong talks to a student.

[Photo] ‘Hawk Week’ kicks off the beginning of semester

Halimeh Edais, Staff Writer
September 5, 2019

Suspect injures student in physical altercation

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
May 15, 2019
What will stop consumers from buying soda?

What will stop consumers from buying soda?

Summer Lomendehe and Jayson Price
May 13, 2019
To support survivors of sexual assault, wear denim on National Denim Day, which is on April 24.

Victim shaming plays a role in rape culture on college campuses

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
April 15, 2019
This month seriously needs to march off the calendar

This month seriously needs to march off the calendar

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
March 25, 2019

Support is available for students after decision in the Stephon Clark case

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
March 18, 2019
Brookelyn Larkin (above) led her team in almost every major offensive category, including points per game (19.8) and assists (97). She helped the Hawks improve drastically over last season, increasing their win total by eight.

Hawks point guard leaves her mark on program with 1,000 career points

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
March 17, 2019

There should be more attention given to LGBTQ community, faculty says

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 28, 2019

Police department emphasizes safety on campus by using alert notification system

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 19, 2019

Professors begin to use preferred names and pronouns in classroom environments

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 17, 2019

Can California really act to save lives?

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 14, 2019
The extended textbook loans program is a new service the library is offering this semester.

[Photo] Campus library provides new services this semester

Alexandra Trigg, Staff Writer
February 12, 2019
A sign that reads "Women's rights are human rights" is held up during the march to the State Capitol. The Women's March took place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and started from Southside Park.

Sacramento celebrates third year of Women’s March

Summer Lomendehe and Kellie Bevins
January 22, 2019
Zayn Malik being photographed by Anders Overgaard for GQ in 2016. Since then, Malik has released his second studio album “Icarus Falls.”

Zayn’s creative vision rises to light in ‘Icarus Falls’

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
December 27, 2018
Photo illustration. A report titled "The State of Higher Education for Latinx in California" states that college completion rates among Latinx college students will greatly impact the California economy in the future.

Report says graduation rates among Latinx will benefit economy

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
December 9, 2018

Defining womanhood under patriarchy

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
December 7, 2018

Administration pushes for redefinition of gender

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
November 14, 2018

Safe Spaces emphasizes support for students

Summer Lomendehe, Connection Staff
November 12, 2018

Prop. 10 aims at rent control in California

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 21, 2018
'The Hate U Give' pays homage to #BlackLivesMatter

‘The Hate U Give’ pays homage to #BlackLivesMatter

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 19, 2018
Jose Alfaro teaches his English Composition class. Alfaro was a former student on campus recently hired into the English department.

Alumnus returns to campus as English professor

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 15, 2018

Student Discounts: What You’re Missing Out

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 8, 2018

Why I never want to be handcuffed for being suicidal

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 7, 2018
Several faculty members began their first semester on campus this fall.

New faculty begin first semester on campus

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 5, 2018
Poster displaying contact information for the Dream Center.

Dream Center offers support for undocumented students

Summer Lomendehe, Copy Editor
October 3, 2018
‘Crazy Rich Asians’ exceeds crazy high expectations

‘Crazy Rich Asians’ exceeds crazy high expectations

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer/Chief Copy Editor
August 24, 2018
Former CRC gymnast Christine Jang and her husband Marc on March 28 at the 2018 CCCAA Sports Hall of Fame award ceremony.

Former gymnast jumps into Sports Hall of Fame

Summer Lomendehe, Connection Staff
May 9, 2018
Hu Wai Xu shares the long history of his name in L-105 on April 11.

English professor explores the origin in a name

Summer Lomendehe, Writer
May 7, 2018
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Breaking the silence on mental illness in Asian communities

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
April 28, 2018
Professor Michael Strong educates students on alternative options of energy sources.

Professor outlines possibilities for other sources of energy

Summer Lomendehe, Writer
April 23, 2018
Swim team getting ready for Big 8 Conference Women's Swimming Championship at American River College on April 19

Freshmen lead the way for swim team this season

Summer Lomendehe, Connection Staff
April 10, 2018
California State University Sacramento History Professor Rebecca Kluchin and California Polytechnic State University Political Science Professor Jennifer Denbow answer 21-year-old international relations major Maria Roman's question of how women can manage their health if men trivialize their pain.

Speakers address reproductive rights and unconscious bias against women of color

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
March 21, 2018

Student and faculty call on Los Rios Board to change how sexual harassment is handled in district

Victoria Blanco, Summer Lomendehe, and John Cabales
March 16, 2018

Panel discussion kicks off Women’s History Month

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
March 8, 2018
‘Rest In Power’ Recognizes Life of Trayvon Martin

‘Rest In Power’ Recognizes Life of Trayvon Martin

Summer Lomendehe, Writer
March 1, 2018

Students weigh in on net neutrality

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 22, 2018
Achievement in the anthropology department appreciates her dedication and hard work.

Anthropology student wins national award

Summer Lomendehe, Writer
February 21, 2018
Backlash spreads over Apple Inc. slowing down iPhones. And students are complaining about their service.

Students react to Apple slowing down phones

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 20, 2018

Asian American community grapples with hatred

Summer Lomendehe, Staff Writer
February 15, 2018
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