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Shown above are three weekly print issues of The Collegian from the fall 2021 semester. The Collegian prints every Tuesday and is free to both students and community members (Jesús Cano/The Collegian)

Letter: The Collegian gave me a career. I hope I gave something in return

By Zaeem Shaikh
Dec 6, 2021
. (Vendila Yang/The Collegian)

University announces task force to discuss renaming the Henry Madden Library

By Zaeem Shaikh
Nov 30, 2021
A memorial plaque is located on the ground in the Roger Tatarian Memorial Plaza at Fresno State outside of the McKee Fisk building. (Zaeem Shaikh/The Collegian)

Fresno elementary school renamed after renowned Armenian journalist

By Zaeem Shaikh
Oct 19, 2021
Fresno State sign at the Shaw entrance. (Vendila Yang/The Collegian)

Outdoor classes resume Tuesday after hazardous air quality poses concerns

By Zaeem Shaikh
Oct 12, 2021
Fresno State's Hannah Krats runs past a defender against UC Davis on Saturday, April 24 2021 at the Soccer and Lacrosse stadium. (Jesús Cano/The Collegian)

Fresno State falls to UC Davis in final regular season conference game

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 24, 2021
Fresno State lacrosse head coach Kara Concheck watches the game as the team falls behind on the scoreboard during the second half of their home opener against Cal at the Soccer and Lacrosse Stadium on Friday, March 5, 2021. (Vendila Yang/ The Collegian)

Women’s lacrosse loses injunction to halt Fresno State from ending team

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 23, 2021
Fresno State will hold a single-day COVID-19 vaccination clinic on April 8 at the Save Mart Center. (Vendila Yang/The Collegian)

Fresno State will offer COVID-19 vaccine clinic for eligible campus members

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 5, 2021
Former Fresno State president Joseph I. Castro addresses the media in the Library on March 12, 2020. (Larry Valenzuela/ The Collegian)

CSU Chancellor discusses leave program, 13 CSU’s to become vaccine sites

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 8, 2021
Castro discusses upcoming university goals and new projects at 2019 Fall Assembly on Aug. 19 at the Satellite Student Union. (Larry Valenzuela/The Collegian)

Q&A: President Castro talks about his time as president and the future ahead

By Zaeem Shaikh
Dec 18, 2020
The university will reduce the Instructionally Related Activities fee by $40 for the spring semester. (Vendila Yang/The Collegian)

Fresno State cuts a portion of mandatory fees for the spring

By Zaeem Shaikh
Nov 17, 2020
NPR White House Correspondent Tamara Keith speaks about covering Trump and the upcoming election in the President's Lecture Series on Oct. 26, 2020. (Zaeem Shaikh/The Collegian)

‘A complete and total rollercoaster.’ NPR reporter on covering Trump

By Zaeem Shaikh
Oct 26, 2020
Fresno State. (Jose Romo/The Collegian)

Fresno State students share thoughts on virtual spring semester

By Zaeem Shaikh
Oct 12, 2020
Tommy Cherta Lee (left) and Alan Gurrola (right) sit inside the eSports Areana in the USU on Monday, February 24, 2020. (Galcy Lee/The Collegian)

Fresno State esports coach defies family expectations to pursue his dream

By Zaeem Shaikh
Sep 18, 2020
Dr. Lamas, Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management

Former VP of Student Affairs announces retirement

By Zaeem Shaikh
Sep 2, 2020
Courtesy Fresno State Archive.

Fresno State extends credit/no credit option for fall semester

By Zaeem Shaikh
Aug 20, 2020
Courtesy Fresno State Archive.

Fresno State offers baseline COVID-19 testing at the Save Mart Center starting Aug. 10

By Zaeem Shaikh
Aug 5, 2020
Running back Ronnie Rivers runs the ball into the end zone but is stopped short by Colorado State during Fresno State’s homecoming game at Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (Larry Valenzuela/ The Collegian)

Fresno State predicted to finish fourth in West Division

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jul 21, 2020
Members of the Fresno State Sikh Student Association unload boxes of food at the Sikh Center of the Pacific Coast in Selma, Calif. (Credit Fresno State SSA)

Fresno State Sikh Student Association lends hand in time of crisis

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jul 9, 2020
(Credit: Fresno State)

Fresno State appoints new dean of College of Health and Human Services

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jul 8, 2020
Fresno State. (Jose Romo/The Collegian)

Supreme Court overturns decision to end DACA, protecting hundreds of Fresno State students

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jun 18, 2020
Fresno State President Dr. Joseph I. Castro announces the new temporary COVID-19 public lab as part of a partnership with Fresno county in front of the Jordan Agricultural Research Center on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. (Larry Valenzuela/ The Collegian)

Three Fresno State employees have confirmed cases of COVID-19

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jun 15, 2020
Margie Wright Diamond entrance at Fresno State. (Collegian File Photo)

Fresno State Athletics furlough over 50 employees in second round of cuts

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jun 13, 2020
Yessenia Diaz is an animal science major with an equine science option at Fresno State. (Credit: Yessenia Diaz)

Fresno State grads look back at a semester that was taken from them

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jun 10, 2020
Infielder Jeff Jamison (9) hits a 2-run home run in the fifth inning against UC Irvine pitcher Trenton Denholm at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Mountain West approves in-person workouts and several cost-containment measures

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jun 1, 2020
Fresno State director of athletics Terry Tumey hands a student a small football after he received the Community Partner Award at Diamond Learning Center. Oct. 3, 2018. (Jose Romo/ The Collegian)

Fresno State furloughs auxiliary athletic employees due to severe revenue losses

By Zaeem Shaikh
May 22, 2020
Fresno State's Henry Madden Library. (Collegian Archive)

Fresno State continues virtual learning for Fall 2020

By Zaeem Shaikh
May 12, 2020
Castro discusses upcoming university goals and new projects at 2019 Fall Assembly on Aug. 19 at the Satellite Student Union. (Larry Valenzuela/The Collegian)

Fresno State officials discuss fall instruction, refunds

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 28, 2020
Courtesy Fresno State Archive.

Class action lawsuit target CSU and UC refunds

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 28, 2020
Fresno State running back Josh Hokit barreling over Sacramento State defenders during 34- 20 victory at Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Four Fresno State football players join NFL teams as undrafted free agents

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 25, 2020
Mykal Walker (3) prepares to tackle UNLV running back Charles Williams at Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 18, 2019. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Two Fresno State football players selected in 2020 NFL Draft

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 25, 2020
Fresno State President Dr. Joseph Castro. (Khone Saysamongdy, The Collegian)

President Castro addresses financial and academic concerns amidst COVID-19 pandemic

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 23, 2020
Fresno State President Dr. Joseph I. Castro announces the new temporary COVID-19 public lab as part of a partnership with Fresno county in front of the Jordan Agricultural Research Center on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. (Larry Valenzuela/ The Collegian)

Fresno State announces the opening of a temporary lab for COVID-19 sample testing

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 14, 2020
Pictured above is Tanner Morgan, one of the justices of the student court. (Larry Valenzuela/The Collegian)

Student Court sides with petitioners in ASI election controversy

By Zaeem Shaikh
Apr 3, 2020
Fresno State women's basketball took home a victory on Saturday afternoon against New Mexico (Larry Valenzuela /The Collegian)

Fresno State spring-sport athletes receive an additional year of eligibility

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 30, 2020
Ruby V. Muñiz, 2020 ASI president elect. (Courtesy of ASI)

ASI election shrouded in controversy following results

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 27, 2020
(Larry Valenzuela/The Collegian)

Fresno State needs to expand pass/fail options to students

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 25, 2020
Fresno State wide receiver Davante Adams runs the ball all the way to the end zone for a 75-yard score on the Bulldogs' first play of the game. Fresno State defeated UNLV 38-14 last Saturday. Photo by Roe Borunda/The Collegian

Former Fresno State star Davante Adams signs with Jordan Brand

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 23, 2020
Fresno State releases an update to the fall 2020 plans. (Jorge Rodriguez/The Collegian)

Refunds are being issued to students for parking permits and graduation fees

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 19, 2020
Fresno State guard Mustafa Lawrence shoots the game-winning 3-pointer at the buzzer against Winthrop on Paul George Day at the Save Mart Center on Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Fresno State guard Mustafa Lawrence enters transfer portal

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 19, 2020
Fresno State guard Aguir Agau shoots a 3-pointer against San Jose State on Saturday, January 4, 2020 at the Save Mart Center. In the game, Agau scored eight points and grabbed six rebounds in 23 minutes. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Fresno State guard Aguir Agau enters transfer portal

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 18, 2020
Former Fresno State men's basketball player Nate Grimes during a game at Save Mart Center. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Breaking: Former Fresno State star basketball player arrested Monday

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 16, 2020
Fresno State Athletic Director Jim Bartko in his office at the Duncan Building on Jan. 26, 2017. (Collegian File Photo)

Former Fresno State athletic director dies at 54

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 16, 2020
Running back Ronnie Rivers runs the ball into the end zone but is stopped short by Colorado State during Fresno State’s homecoming game at Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (Larry Valenzuela/ The Collegian)

Fresno State football suspends all organized team activities until April 13

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 14, 2020
Big 12 Conference suspends spring competitions

Big 12 Conference suspends spring competitions

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 12, 2020
Courtesy of Fresno State Athletics

Update: Mountain West cancels spring competitions, Fresno State athletics respond to cancellations

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 12, 2020
Coronavirus scare leads to xenophobia towards Asian Americans

Coronavirus scare leads to xenophobia towards Asian Americans

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 11, 2020
Aly Gamez reacts after an official waves off her potential game-tying basket in overtime against Boise State at Mountain West Championship Game at Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nev., on Wednesday, March 4, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Should the NCAA change conference tournaments?

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 11, 2020
Utti speaks during the post-game press conference after their loss to Boise State at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada on Wednesday, March. 4, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Sin City Robbery

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 5, 2020
Orlando Robinson (10) shoots a field goal over Air Force defender Lavelle Scottie (12) in the first half at the Save Mart Center on Tuesday, Jan. 28. 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Fresno State faces tough road ahead

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 4, 2020
New Williams drains a 3-pointer over Cowboys' guard Jake Hendricks in the second half against Wyoming at the Save Mart Center on Saturday, Feb. 29, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs seniors win their final home game

By Zaeem Shaikh
Mar 1, 2020
Alejandro Martinez, (white trunks), connects a jab to Adrian Guzman, (black trunks) in the Combate Americas’ main event at the Save Mart Center on Friday, Feb. 28, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Combate Americas puts on “Mexico vs. USA”

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 29, 2020
The sun sets on Bulldog Stadium during a homecoming game against Colorado State on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2019. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs add home games with six FBS programs

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 27, 2020
Ryan Higgins (5), Blake WInk (7) and Nate Thimjon (33) celebrate Thimjon's three-run home run in the bottom of the sixth inning at Pete Beiden Field on Tuesday, Feb. 25, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Diamond ‘Dogs shut out Mustangs at home

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 26, 2020
Maddi Utti (11) with a field goal in the second half against Nevada at the Save Mart Center on Saturday Feb. 22, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Porter leads ‘Dogs in the final home game

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 23, 2020
Jaime Arias (39) on the mound after giving up a pair of runs in the second inning at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium on Friday Feb. 21, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Diamond ‘Dogs lose big at home

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 22, 2020
Noah Blackwell (55) shoots a 3-pointer with an Air Force defender in his face at the Save Mart Center on Wednesday Feb. 20, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Blackwell leads ‘Dogs in the win against Air Force

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 20, 2020
Pitcher Nik Cardinal (42) comes in relief against UC Irvine at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs win first home series of the season

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 19, 2020
Fresno State women’s basketball team celebrate their Mountain West title, clinching win in front of the student section at the Save Mart Center on Wednesday Feb. 12, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Women’s Basketball takes Mountain West outright

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 19, 2020
Guard Noah Blackwell (55) knocks down a 3-pointer to help narrow Utah’s lead in the second half at the Save Mart Center on Saturday, Feb. 15, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs let the game slip away

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 16, 2020
Infielder Jeff Jamison (9) hits a 2-run home run in the fifth inning against UC Irvine pitcher Trenton Denholm at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium on Friday, Feb. 14, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs win a close game on opening night

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 15, 2020
Maddi Utti (11) shoots a field goal during the first half of Saturday’s game against UNLV at the Save Mart Center on Feb. 8, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs are preparing for their biggest game yet

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 12, 2020
Fresno State director Cari Earnhart conducts Fresno State’s and Fresno City College choir at the Concert Hall at Fresno State on Firday Feb. 7, 2020 By: Armando Carreno

Walking in peace with MLK: Black History Month celebration

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 11, 2020
Fresno State sophomore Alivia Hart competing in the fences against the UT-Martin Skyhawks at the Student Horse Center on Feb. 7, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs sweep the weekend in dominant fashion

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 9, 2020
Elliot Meme, superfan, stands in front of the bronze Bulldog statue at the Save Mart Center on Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Bulldog superfan hopes to pack the stands

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 5, 2020
Kameron Thorn takes part in the horsemanship competition against Auburn at the Student Horse Center on Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. (Larry Valenzuela/The Collegian)

‘Dogs lose narrowly to the best team in the country

By Zaeem Shaikh
Feb 1, 2020
Aly Gamez (22) dives into the paint for a layup against an Air Force defender at the Save Mart Center on Wednesday, Jan. 29, 2020 (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Gamez leads ‘Dogs to win over Falcons

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 30, 2020
Orlando Robinson backs down a San Diego state defender in the paint for a field goal at the Save Mart Center on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020.

Despite big losses, Dogs hold out hope

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 28, 2020
Aly Gamez (22) celebrates with her teammates after shooting the game winning layup at the buzzer against Colorado State Rams at the Save Mart Center on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Best start in years for ‘Dogs

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 28, 2020
Alex Dumais (43) celebrates a sack against Nevada at Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2019. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Coach DeBoer adds four new coaches

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 28, 2020
A memorial was put by the Sikh Student Association to honor deceased basketball star Kobe Bryant in front of the library at the Free Speech Area on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020. (Larry Valenzuela/The Collegian)

Sikh students remember Kobe Bryant with a vigil

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 27, 2020
Junior Alessia Dario with a fist pump during her doubles match on Friday Jan. 24 at the Spalding G. Wathen Tennis Center (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Women’s Tennis: ‘Dogs struggle over the weekend

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 26, 2020
Bulldog Alumni before the game jokes around mocking Major League Baseball cheating scandal by wearing extension cords on him to act as a buzzard on Saturday Jan.25 at Pete Beiden Field at Bob Bennett Stadium. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Alumni game ends in a tie after ‘Dogs celebrate Ray O’Canto

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 26, 2020
Fresno State football team gets ready to step on to the field at Bulldog Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

‘Dogs add Michigan, USC to nonconference schedule

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 23, 2020
Aly Gamez (22) celebrates with her teammates after shooting the game winning layup at the buzzer against Colorado State Rams at the Save Mart Center on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2020. (Armando Carreno/The Collegian)

Aly Gamez’s buzzer beater wins game for ‘Dogs

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 23, 2020
Fresno State’s Hanna Cavinder (0) drives into the paint against Wyoming defender Taylor Rusk (4) on Jan. 18 at the Save Mart Center (Armando Carreno/ The Collegian)

‘Dogs extend their win streak to six games, Utti makes history in the process

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 18, 2020
Redshirt freshman Hunter Cruz gets his hand raised after getting a technical victory over Duke wrestler Kai Blake on Jan. 17 at the Save Mart Center (The Collegian/Armando Carreno)

‘Dogs sweep seasons series against Duke, but Steiner expects more

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 18, 2020
Fresno State water polo player Daphne Guevremont gets ready to pass the ball during a home match against Fresno Pacific University on Friday, Feb. 8, 2019.

‘Dogs Projected Third in GCC Preseason Coaches Poll

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 16, 2020
Forward Orlando Robinson in full court pressure on Aztec Aguek Arop to force a turnover on January 14, 2020 at the Save Mart Center. (The Collegian/ Armando Carreno)

‘Dogs come up short against #7 San Diego State

By Zaeem Shaikh
Jan 15, 2020
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