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All content by Sandra Sadek
Sandra Sadek smiles for a photo in The Newseum, July 2019, in Washington, D.C. Sandra, a former Star reporter and news editor, graduates from Texas State and leaves The Star as one of the most determined, fearless and resilient journalists in our history.

Class of 2020, We Are Resilient

Sandra Sadek
May 16, 2020
Students expressed struggles with coming to an agreement with apartments about how to approach paying rent or breaking out of a lease during the COVID-19 pandemic, a time when workers across the country are being furloughed and the unemployment rate is rising at an alarming rate.

Resources for San Marcos tenants during the COVID-19 pandemic

Sandra Sadek
April 30, 2020
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Hays County working to increase number of testing kits, establishes drive-thru testing locations

Sandra Sadek
April 29, 2020
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Texas State to give out millions in financial relief to students amid COVID-19 pandemic

Sandra Sadek
April 23, 2020
Students expressed struggles with coming to an agreement with apartments about how to approach paying rent or breaking out of a lease during the COVID-19 pandemic, a time when workers across the country are being furloughed and the unemployment rate is rising at an alarming rate.

Students and apartment complexes clash during COVID-19 pandemic

Sandra Sadek
April 20, 2020
Star file photo

IH-35 racing leads to major collision, passenger in critical condition

Sandra Sadek
April 16, 2020
Texas State students walk through the arch Wednesday, March 11, 2020, near the Undergraduate Academic Center.

University awaits Department of Education’s verdict on Clery Act deficiencies

Sandra Sadek
April 13, 2020
Hays County Historic Court House.

Two new COVID-19 cases confirmed, county-wide total reaches 79

Sandra Sadek
April 9, 2020
Robbery suspect, courtesy image Dripping Springs.

Suspect at large in Dripping Springs robbery

Sandra Sadek
April 8, 2020
The big H-E-B in San Marcos is located at 641 E. Hopkins St. and is open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily to mitigate the potential spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). At this time, H-E-B partners are regulating how many customers are allowed in the store at a given time in order to best comply with social distancing guidelines.

San Marcos H-E-B partner tests positive for COVID-19

Sandra Sadek
April 7, 2020
Texas State pre-nursing sophomores Andrea Poblete (left) and Sofia Yanez hang an informational poster about an upcoming event at the Bobcat Bounty food pantry Oct. 24, 2019, in the Family and Consumer Sciences building. Included among student workers are Bobcat Bounty workers, Alkek library workers, ITAC assistants and more.

Student workers now eligible for paid leave under new federal act

Sandra Sadek
April 7, 2020
Gov. Greg Abbott sits in a conference room, Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in the Texas Department of Emergency Management Command Center.

Gov. Abbott waives regulations to expand medical workforce

Sandra Sadek
April 5, 2020
Audrey Busch, art education freshman and Geroge’s employee, conversing with Alex Humphrey, animal science freshman, over lunch, Feb. 10, 2020.

COVID-19 pandemic leaves student workers protectionless and penniless

Sandra Sadek
April 1, 2020
Hays County Historic Court House. 

Total number of COVID-19 cases rise to 42 in Hays County

Sandra Sadek
April 1, 2020
Edited image removing the white supremest organization’s name from one of the stickers found on Monday, March 13, 2020, on Texas State Univerity’s campus by the bus loop.Edit: Chase Rogers

White supremacist literature resurfaces around campus

Sandra Sadek
March 28, 2020
Star file photo of the Hays County Seal.

Second COVID-19 case in a day, total now at 11

Sandra Sadek
March 25, 2020
A file photo of the Hays County Historic Courthouse.

Hays County confirms two new COVID-19 cases

Sandra Sadek
March 24, 2020
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Gov. Abbott issues new executive orders

Sandra Sadek
March 24, 2020
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Spring semester classes to remain online, dorms closing

Sandra Sadek
March 19, 2020
Graph showing university cancelations

Texas State joins surrounding universities in taking action on coronavirus concerns

Chase Rogers and Sandra Sadek
March 12, 2020
The Thornton House hosts the Texas State Study Abroad office.

Spring break and summer education abroad canceled due to coronavirus

Sandra Sadek
March 6, 2020
Photo credit: Star file photo

Gov. Abbott launches school safety research survey

Sandra Sadek
March 5, 2020
Headshots of women in Hays County.

The story of elected women in Hays County

Sandra Sadek
March 3, 2020
Sandra Sadek and Daniella CarreraTexas State immigration attorney candidates Adriane Meneses (Left), Nicholas Buttry (Middle) and Ethan Chou (Right) are vying for the vacant full-time position. A final decision by the Dean of Students Immigration Search Committee will be made in the coming weeks.

Full-time immigration attorney search continues

Sandra Sadek
February 25, 2020
Sandra SadekGraphic showing the number of units in each category of housing since 2005. Data is provided by the City of San Marcos.

Studentification changes landscape of housing market in small towns

Sandra Sadek
February 18, 2020
The Graduate College, located in JCK 280, offers workshops and webinars for graduate students and interested undergraduates looking to apply for grants and external funding.

Graduate studies debt overwhelms students

Sandra Sadek
February 4, 2020
The Verity Duo machines were implemented in November 2019 and combine use of electronic and paper ballot techniques. A physical copy will be provided to voters upon use.

Initiatives increase as voter registration deadline approaches

Sandra Sadek
January 30, 2020
Turner Construction was contracted to facilitate the Hays County Jail expansion and the construction of the new public safety, recently receiving a $106.4 million public safety bond package in 2016.

County jail expansion to be completed mid-2020

Sandra Sadek
January 28, 2020
Current Student Body President Corey Benbow and Vice President Tucker Thompson are not seeking reelection.

Student Government election filing ends this week

Sandra Sadek
January 22, 2020
The Securus visitation system will charge inmates $5.95 for a 20-minute session. The initiative was renewed by Hays County Commissioners Count Jan. 15 with a 4-1 vote.

Commissioners renew deal with tech company despite negative claims

Sandra Sadek
January 17, 2020
Wendy Davis addresses supporters during her campaign stop in Buda, Jan. 10.

Congressional candidate makes campaign stop in Buda

Sandra Sadek and Sierra Martin
January 12, 2020
Construction workers leveling out cement as part of San Marcos’ Five-Year Sidewalk Maintenance and Gap Infill Plan.

City to hold public meeting for sidewalk construction input

Sandra Sadek
January 9, 2020
Star file photo.

Chief diversity officer to permanently sit on president’s cabinet

Sandra Sadek
December 6, 2019
A justice scale in the Attorney for Students office. Photo credit: Chelsea Yohn

Texas State continues search for immigration attorney

Sandra Sadek
December 2, 2019
front page of tuition proposal

Regents approve new tuition proposal

Sandra Sadek
November 19, 2019
The J.C. Kellam Administration Building houses the Office of Equity and Access.Photo By Geoff Sloan

DACA Task Force presents memorandum to Trauth

Sandra Sadek
November 14, 2019
The DACA Task Force sits in a panel discussion, Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019, at Texas State. After recommendation from the DACA Task Force to include a campus resource for immigrant students, it has come to life with the Monarch Center for Immigrant Students.

DACA Panel shares resources ahead of Supreme Court case

Sandra Sadek
November 6, 2019
Texas State University President Dr. Denise Trauth speaks with student Ethan Pena Sept. 30 at the Student Government Roundtable in the LBJ Ballroom.

Taskforce established ahead of Supreme Court DACA case

Sandra Sadek
November 4, 2019
Sandra SadekPastor Tim Bauerkemper addresses community members about cite-and-release, Nov. 3.

Criminal Justice Coalition advocates cite-and-release

Sandra Sadek
November 3, 2019
San Marcos Community Service Operations gets reorganized

San Marcos Community Service Operations gets reorganized

Sandra Sadek
October 29, 2019
The congressional letter drafted by the American Council on Education urging for bipartisan action for Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, recipients. Photo credit: Angelina Cazar

Texas State signs DACA letter after email

Sandra Sadek
October 21, 2019
Two Texas State students placed stickers on a poster board as part of the city’s public transit outreach on Oct. 2.

Residents voice transit concerns at public outreach

Sandra Sadek
October 2, 2019
Star file photo

San Marcos Police to investigate murder-suicide

Sandra Sadek
February 18, 2019
Presidential candidate Matthew Gonzales and vice presidential candidate Alison Castillo dropped out of the 2019-20 Student Government race Feb. 5Photo by Jaden Edison

Gonzales-Castillo withdraw from Student Government following staffing controversies

Sandra Sadek
February 5, 2019
Student Government Supreme Court justice attempts to understand the case of accusers, Feb. 27, 2018 in the LBJ Teaching Theater.

Student Government election campaigns kick off, violations looming over Benbow-Thompson

Sandra Sadek
January 31, 2019
Workers demolish the burned Iconic Village apartments Jan.15 on North LBJ Drive.Photo by Jaden Edison

From the ashes: Iconic Village to rebuild apartments destroyed in blaze

Sandra Sadek
January 28, 2019
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Texas State hires new police chief after months-long search

Sandra Sadek
January 8, 2019
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Marquez and Rockeymoore win in run-off election

Sandra Sadek
December 11, 2018
President Denise Trauth suspended Greek Affairs after the death of Matt Ellis, a Phi Kappa Psi member. Ellis was found by friends Nov. 14, following a social event held by the fraternity Photo by Shayan Faradineh |Former News Editor

A year after Ellis’ death, his family, and Texas State, are still trying to move on

Sandra Sadek
November 16, 2018
Photo courtesy of Texas State University Police Department

Police recover missing student’s body from Blanco River

Sandra Sadek
November 3, 2018
A screenshot of an email circulating on Facebook with North Hays GOP President Wally Kinney’s message against extending early voting on campus.Photo from Erin Zwiener’s Facebook account

Battle erupts for extended early voting at Texas State University

Sandra Sadek
October 25, 2018
Candace Owens and Charlie Kirk speak for Turning Point USA Oct. 24 in the Alkek Teaching Theater.Photo by Jaden Edison

TPUSA leaders draw crowd during Campus Clash tour

Sandra Sadek
October 24, 2018
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University cites costs for custodial outsourcing

Sandra Sadek
October 24, 2018
Star File Photo.

White supremacist cards found on campus, university releases statement

Sandra Sadek
October 11, 2018
Star file photo

San Marcos murder suspect arrested in North Texas

Sandra Sadek
September 30, 2018
A projection form the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization on San Marcos’ population and employment growth. Photo courtesy of the Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization

City Transportation Master Plan to focus on multi-modal transportation

Sandra Sadek
September 20, 2018
San Marcos City Hall.

City Council recognizes Indigenous People’s Day, restricts local campaign contributions

Sandra Sadek
September 19, 2018
Former university President Lee Smith passed away early Sept. 19. Photo courtesy of Texas State University

Former Texas State president passes away

Sandra Sadek
September 19, 2018
Star file photo

Police rescue woman allegedly held against her will by ex-boyfriend

Sandra Sadek
September 19, 2018
Star file photo

UPDATE: Kyle officer found dead in San Marcos apartment from apparent self-inflicted wound

Sandra Sadek
September 16, 2018
WeatherGuidance, the City of San Marcos’ weather monitoring system, forecasted showers and scattered thunderstorms through Saturday. Photo Courtesy of the City of San Marcos

UPDATE: Gov. Abbott issues disaster declaration ahead of tropical disturbance

Sandra Sadek
September 13, 2018
Congressman and senatorial candidate Beto O’Rourke as he addressed San Marcos during his Sept. 9 town hall.Photo Courtesy of Victor Rodriguez

Beto town hall packs LBJ ballroom

Sandra Sadek
September 13, 2018
Professional staff listening to students requests given at protest. Photo Courtesy of Cameron Hubbard

Months following arrests, students await court date

Sandra Sadek
August 28, 2018
Star file photo

UPD investigating non-specific campus threat

Sandra Sadek
August 27, 2018
International students in the U.S. 1953/54 – 2016/17

International students choosing to stay post-graduation

Sandra Sadek
August 6, 2018
Photo courtesy of the Texas State Anthropology Department.

Universities collaborate to collect and identify bones, remains

Sandra Sadek
June 17, 2018
Star File Photo.

University’s collaboration with U.S. Army and kill-buyers raises concern

Sandra Sadek
June 10, 2018
University Star file photo

Texas leads lawsuit to end DACA

Sandra Sadek
May 31, 2018
A screenshot of the new warning page created by Texas State administration and media relations officials.

Administration aims to communicate effectively through new emergency webpage

Sandra Sadek
May 22, 2018
The Student Health Center has worked with Academic HealthPlans, a student health insurance consulting and administration firm, to bring insurance coverage to Texas State students through UnitedHealthcare.Photo by Josh Mends | Staff Photographer

Campus officials warn students to take caution after mumps are diagnosed

Sandra Sadek
May 9, 2018
Fashion Merchandising major, Kellie Meyer’s, spring fashion picks.Photo by Chelsea Yohn | Staff Photographer

Potential growth for creative field jobs in near future

Sandra Sadek
April 29, 2018
Star file photo.

Faculty Senate talks university budget

Sandra Sadek
April 26, 2018
President Trauth is swearing in Student Body President Brooklyn Boreing, April 19.Photo bySandra Sadek | Senior News Reporter

Boreing-Becerra sworn into office

Sandra Sadek
April 19, 2018
Dr. Benn and Dr. Walkes came to Faculty Senate to discuss diversity initiatives in response to recent issues on campus. Photo by Sandra Sadek | Senior News Reporter

Faculty Senate talks diversity issues, prepares for next year

Sandra Sadek
April 19, 2018
Students Tafari Robertson, public relations senior, and Cassidy Wright, social work junior, spoke at the press conference during a sit-in at the LBJ student center April 13. Photo by Sandra Sadek | Senior News Reporter

Sit-in protesters hold press conference

Sandra Sadek
April 13, 2018
Alex White, chair of the Faculty Senate, discusses the committee vacancies with senators. Photo by Sandra Sadek | News Reporter

Faculty Senate works to fill committee vacancies

Sandra Sadek
April 12, 2018
The Student Health Center has worked with Academic HealthPlans, a student health insurance consulting and administration firm, to bring insurance coverage to Texas State students through UnitedHealthcare.Photo by Josh Mends | Staff Photographer

Report places Hays Co. among healthiest counties

Sandra Sadek
April 11, 2018
Photo by: Lara Dietrich | Staff Photographer The Ingram School of Engineering will soon have its own building.

New engineering degree sparks debate during Faculty Senate

Sandra Sadek
April 5, 2018
Photo by Shayan Faradineh

Activists fight back against SB 4

Sandra Sadek
April 3, 2018
This is a screenshot of a conversation between Sen. Christian Sears and Christina Sauceda via Facebook Messenger.

Screenshots of senator’s messages spark controversy, talk of impeachment

Sandra Sadek
April 2, 2018
Star File photo

TRACS replacement discussed at Faculty Senate

Sandra Sadek
March 29, 2018
Star File Photo

Proposals endorsed, new policy proposed at Faculty Senate meeting

Sandra Sadek
March 22, 2018
A UPD officer stands as a guard over Texas State University’s Quad.

UPD, ALERRT to train administrators to respond to active shooters

Sandra Sadek
March 15, 2018

Reports show university losing staff without replacement

Sandra Sadek
March 10, 2018
Star File Photo

Faculty Senate welcomes administration to address complaints

Sandra Sadek
March 8, 2018
The Phi Kappa Psi Greek letters can no longer be seen on the fraternity house. Photo by Marina Bustillo-Mendoza | Staff Photographer

Ellis autopsy reveals death by toxicity

Sandra Sadek
March 7, 2018
Anthony Graves, exonerated death row inmate returns to Texas State to visit with students and promote his book. Photo by Sandra Sadek | News Reporter

Ex-death row inmate returns, advocates for judicial truth

Sandra Sadek
March 6, 2018

Faculty Senate talks DACA, CDO and dean search

Sandra Sadek
March 1, 2018

Faculty Senate to participate in choosing new Dean of Education

Sandra Sadek
February 22, 2018
Star File photo.

Greek life expected to return in March

Sandra Sadek
February 20, 2018
Rebecca Bell-Metereau announced her candidacy for the vacant 45th District seat in the Texas House of Representatives. Photo by Tyler Jackson | Multimedia Editor

Texas State professor to run for Texas House

Sandra Sadek
February 17, 2018
Derrick Crowe, Democratic candidate for U.S Representative in District 21, addresses the audience. Sandra Sadek | News Reporter

Primary candidates meet during forum

Sandra Sadek
February 17, 2018
A file photo of the J.C. Kellam Administration Building at Texas State.

Faculty Senate confirms TRACS system to be replaced

Sandra Sadek
February 15, 2018
Photo taken from thefire.org

Texas State ranked among worst colleges for free speech

Sandra Sadek
February 13, 2018
Star File photo

Trauth sits in on Faculty Senate meeting

Sandra Sadek
February 8, 2018
Star file photo

Police respond to armed auto theft overnight

Sandra Sadek
February 7, 2018
Bryan Stevenson addressed issues regarding racial and economic injustice in the country. Photo by Sandra Sadek | News Reporter

LBJ lecturer addresses social and economic injustices at sold-out event

Sandra Sadek
February 6, 2018
Star File Photo

Common Experience distinguished lecturer event sells out

Sandra Sadek
February 3, 2018
Star File photo

Faculty Senate addresses plans to change TRACS

Sandra Sadek
February 1, 2018
Photo curtesy of Mona Patel,

Alumna operates amputee foundation after accident

Sandra Sadek
January 25, 2018
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