This week on Fresno State Focus

Fresno State Focus

This week on Fresno State Focus, Anchored by Joseph Joyce and Nathan Ortiz: Find out how much cities like Sanger depend on local business. Who maintains the bowling alley on campus? And how a new coaching staff is changing the training routine for the football team.

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FSF this week: Political stigma, ASI candidates, Jose Soria’s art exhibit

Jose Soria in black with two cross necklaces sits on a pew in front of his Catholic religious themed artwork. with at his exhibition, "I Exist Both Here and There"

This week on Fresno State Focus, our student journalists question how political science students overcome political stigma. News anchor Cesar Maya talks to the candidates for ASI president for the fall 2024 semester and Natalia Mendoza ArtHops through Jose Soria’s exhibit, “I Exist Both Here and There.” 

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Fresno State Focus: Food, taxes and Peach Blossom Festival

Children perform in the Peach Blossom Festival.

This week on Fresno State Focus: Our student journalists explore the Fetch mobile app, which has become a convenient way of ordering food on campus. They will also show students tips and tricks for tax season and what resources are available to them on campus.  Plus, they look at the importance of the Peach Blossom […]

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

No walking signs in front of a sidewalk and construction fence.

This edition of Fresno State Focus will air live at 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 4th, on Comcast Channel 94, U-Verse Channel 99 and will be repeated at 6 p.m. the next day, October 5th.

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

Fresno State Focus reporter Viviana Hinojos with a camera.

Anchors Athena Clayson and Karina Guevara will tell you how to get involved in I Heart Fresno State Week and show you where students can meet, and talk with University President Saul Jimenez Sandoval face-to-face.

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This week on Fresno State Focus

Vote Here

Anchors Janis Tatum and Adjoa Atkins will speak with an employee from Cal Fresh about how students can get over $200 a month to spend on groceries.

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

Fresno State Focus television studio

This edition of Fresno State Focus will air live Wednesday, November 2nd at 4 p.m. on Fresno State Focus YouTube, at 6 p.m.on Comcast Channel 94 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99

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Fresno State Focus television studio

This week on Fresno State Focus Anchors Anissa Martinez and Karl Cooke Jr. will take us into the Fresno Chaffee Zoo to take a peek into the animal life there.

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Today on Fresno State Focus (in Spanish)

Henry Madden Library

Anchors Lily Gonzales of Concord and Ana Cruz Lopez of San Joaquin will look at the University’s decision to rename the Henry Madden Library in this week’s Spanish show.

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

Image of sanitation products and latex gloves.

Anchors, Leticia Leal of Fresno and Lily Gonzalez of Concord look at on-campus COVID-19 testing as we approach the upcoming holiday season.

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This week on FSF: Air National Guard, Big Fresno Fair, Roger Tatarian

Fresno State Focus

This edition of Fresno State Focus will stream live at 4 p.m. Wednesday, October 20th on CMAC.TV on the “Education” channel and fresnostatefocus.com. You can also find us on the Fresno State Focus TV YouTube page, the Fresno State Focus Facebook page, and Comcast Channel 94 and U-Verse Channel 99.

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Fresno State Focus takes a local look at Climate Change

Fresno State Focus

This edition of Fresno State Focus will air at 4 p.m. Wednesday, November 13, 2019, on Comcast Channel 94 and U-Verse Channel 99. You may also watch the live stream on CMAC.TV on the “Education” channel and on the Fresno State Focus YouTube channel, Facebook page, and Fresnostatefocus.com

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This week on Fresno State Focus

Gina Avalos of Huron gives us an inside look at how one man’s passion for glassblowing turned into a thriving business.

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This week on Fresno State Focus

Fresno State Focus

Student anchor Alliz Clavijo gives us an inside look at one woman who is giving old clothes new life. Reporter Janet Vasquez talks with PR student Kristin Simonsen about the MCJ Hall of Fame, the inductees, and student scholarship recipients. Reporter Brittney Steele shows us how the Student Cupboard is expanding in its battle against food insecurity at Fresno State.

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

Fresno State Focus

Age is nothing but a number. Tulare reporter Areli Tovar introduces us to a local biker who won’t let father time or a bad accident slow him down. More…

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This week on Fresno State Focus: Grizzly Fest, squirrels, Diamond Dogs

Fresno State Focus

This edition of Fresno State Focus will air live at 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 1, 2019 on Comcast Channel 94, U-Verse Channel 99 and will be repeated at 6 p.m. the next day. You can also watch the live streams on Apple TV, Roku and on CMAC.TV which is under the “Watch Live” tab and the “CMAC 2 – Education” page

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

Fresno State Focus

A public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students – reporter Esther Oganyan from Fresno shows us how the “Watch Dog” program helps empower students with CPR training.

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This week on Fresno State Focus…

Fresno State Focus

Winter has finally arrived! We take you to China Peak – white with snow, and open for business. Horse Drawn Carriage rides are back in Old town Clovis, and Christmas Tree Lane is lit. We get a special visit from Renee Cromer to explain to us how to prep our brain for exams, and we talk […]

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Fresno State Focus looks ahead to Day of Giving

Fresno State Focus

By Cedric Hood “Fresno State Focus” — a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students — will air its fourth weekly show of the fall 2018 semester at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 31. The student-run news production has a lot in store this week including shining a light on last winter’s Ghana study […]

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Focus TV talks Vintage Days, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and more

Fresno State Focus

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students, anchor Adilene Quintana of Porterville will speak to a Fresno Chaffee Zoo employee. Then, anchor Katie GoGo of San Diego will speak to Romero Marino about Vintage Days, which runs April 20-22.

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Focus TV takes a look at ASI elections, Bold New U and more

ASI Elections Vote! Fresno State Focus

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students, anchor Matt Broughton of Fresno will speak with ASI officer Travis Childress about the elections on campus and the “Bold New U” initiative. Then, anchor Bobby Falat of Visalia will tell us how one local man is fighting his way back into the octagon after multiple career threatening injuries.

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Focus TV talks student rec center, Coach Terry’s departure and more

Fresno State Focus

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students, Lindsie Hiatt of Fresno and Mitzi Cardenas of Long Beach will anchor the show. Fresno State rec center student manager, Kacey Jones is coming in to talk about what the Student Recreation Center has to offer for students.

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Focus TV highlights Le Parisien owner and March Match Up

Fresno State Focus

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students, anchor Jameson Ruppel of Fresno will speak with Le Parisien owner John Roche about what it takes to run a successful small business. Then, Tampa, Florida native Jakeem Fedd will tell us how the Student Cupboard’s March Match Up fundraiser is helping to keep students’ hunger pangs at bay.

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Fresno State Focus returns with first broadcast of the semester

Fresno State Focus Feb. 28

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media, Communication and Journalism students, anchor Jesse Tejeda of Tulare will speak to Fresno State Police Chief, David Huerta about how to stay safe in the event of a school shooting.

Also, find out why Mark Sanchez, owner of Bread and Butter home bakery, migrated from the Philippines to pursue a better business opportunity in Fresno.

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Focus TV talks to Coach Tedford about the Mountain West championship

Fresno State Focus will interview Football Coach Jeff Tedford

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by media, communication and journalism students, anchors Matt Roby of Fresno and Elizabeth Carrillo of Bakersfield will interview Andrea Andrade, who is battling stage 3 colon cancer and running for Miss California USA. Sports anchors Vanessa Romo of Fresno and Cory Stevens of Clovis will talk with Coach Jeff Tedford about how the football team is preparing for the Mountain West championship in Boise.

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Focus TV highlights pet safety in holidays, Dogs’ football success

Fresno State Focus looks at pet adoption near the holidays

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by media, communication and journalism students, anchors Brenda Billingsley of Fresno and Brittany Sosa of Fresno will speak with veterinarian tech assistant Ayanna Shaw about the precautions to take when adopting pets around the holidays.

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Focus TV takes a look at Fresno State wines in next segment

FRESNO STATE FOCUS

This week on Fresno State Focus — a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students — reporter/anchor Cory Stevens of Clovis will go behind the scenes of Fresno’s award-winning winemaking operation, and anchor Brenda Billingsley of Fresno will speak with enology student Jessica Phillips about how wine is made.

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Focus TV Oct. 25: Overcome hopelessness, achieve success and more

FRESNO STATE FOCUS

This week on Fresno State Focus — a public affairs program produced by Media, Communications and Journalism students — anchor Brenda Billingsley of Huron talks with a survivor of attempted suicide about overcoming hopelessness. Reporter Elisa Navarro of Tulare checks out the Clothing Closet and how it helps give many students a successful start. Have you ever heard of […]

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Fresno State Focus TV Oct. 11: Homecoming, soccer and Big Fresno Fair

Fresno State Focus

This week’s Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by media, communication and journalism students that airs at 6 p.m. on Wednesdays during the semester, presents its first fall edition Oct. 11 with anchors Elisa Navarro-Aceves of Tulare and Matthew Roby of Manchester, England, talking to Ahson Haider of the Associated Students Inc. about Homecoming.

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Global News Relay provides intense microcosm of newsroom experience

Global News Relay

~ By Lisa Maria Boyles, communications specialist for the College of Arts and Humanities Just a few minutes into the broadcast, the power went out. A teleprompter stopped working. Time zones around the planet created challenges. But despite a few glitches, it all came together, fueled by lots of caffeine, snacks and pizza. Months of planning […]

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Fresno State Focus April 26: Lahvosh Bakery, baseball and building tomorrow’s leaders

Baseball fan Richard Halleck

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by students in the Department of Media, Communication and Journalism, anchor Jerry Gomez of Hanford meets with Leena Mendoza, one woman who is making a difference by building tomorrow’s leaders. Mendoza, an adjunct professor at Fresno City College, recently spoke at a Stand Together as One workshop hosted […]

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Fresno State Focus April 19: Vintage Days, lacrosse and sporting rituals

Athletic rituals

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by students in the Department of Media, Communication and Journalism, anchors Mary Kate Paquette of Bakersfield and Jordan Kemp of Fresno will speak with Vintage Days student director Cindy Kouyate about the upcoming festival. The show will take an inside look at the Fresno State women’s lacrosse team […]

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Fresno State Focus April 5: Careers, security against hacking and ASI elections

Computer screen

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by students in the Department of Media, Communication and Journalism, anchors Courtney Rodgers of Clovis and Jerry Gomez of Hanford will speak with the Fresno State Career Development Center to find out about job opportunities available to students after graduation. The show will also feature an inside look […]

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Fresno State again hosts Global News Relay

Global News Relay

Fresno State Focus will host the fourth annual Global News Relay on Wednesday, March 29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The student-run newscast will feature an interactive six-hour production with 17 universities around the world. This year’s theme is “Solutions Journalism” – ways in which journalists can not only report on significant issues, but help make […]

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Fresno State Focus March 22: Adult education, Preview Day and more

Adult Education class

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by media, communication and journalism students, anchors Tristan Lewis of Clovis and Thalia Arredondo of Wasco speak with Louise Pacheco from the undergraduate student recruitment office about the upcoming Preview Day this weekend. The show will also explain how new adult education programs are impacting adults in Fresno. […]

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Fresno State Focus highlights vehicle break-ins

Rogue Festival programs

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by media, communication and journalism students, anchors Geraldine Gurrola of Three Rocks and Jerry Gomez of Hanford will speak to Amy Luna with campus police about the recent string of vehicle break-ins and tips for campus safety. The show will also take a look at the new women’s water polo team […]

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Fresno State Focus highlights Peach Blossom Festival

Kids Day volunteer

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media Communication and Journalism students, anchors Mary Kate Paquette of Bakersfield and Juan Avila of Porterville will speak with the a Fresno State student involved in the upcoming Peach Blossom Festival, which hosts elementary students from around the Valley. The Peach Blossom Festival is presented […]

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Fresno State Focus kicks off its spring schedule on March 1

Caroline Dineen-Carlson

This week on Fresno State Focus, a public affairs program produced by Media Communication and Journalism students, anchors Tristan Lewis of Clovis and Elsa Mejia of Madera will speak with the Fresno State Study Abroad Department to find out about the opportunities available to students who wish to study different cultures first hand. The show will […]

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MCJ students finalists in international broadcast competition

Intercollegiate Broadcasting System logo

Two Media, Communications and Journalism students are finalists in the Intercollegiate Broadcasting System’s Golden Microphone awards. Edmer Archila, of Mendota, and Brittany Sosa, of Fresno, are finalists for Best Public Affairs Program for the Fresno State Focus Radio Edition newscast they co-hosted. Fresno State Focus Radio Edition is a public affairs program produced by Mass Communication and Journalism students as […]

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Focus Dec. 7: Children’s opera; Christmas Tree Lane; campus construction

This week on Fresno State Focus, anchor July Cruz of Clovis and Liz Juarez, from Orange Cove, take the anchor desk when the student-produced TV show airs at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, on Comcast Channel 94 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99. Juarez will interview Dr. Anthony Radford, director of an original children’s opera performed for Valley […]

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Focus Nov. 30: campus safety; ONYX club; videography/music alum

This week on Fresno State Focus, anchor July Cruz of Clovis will talk to Lt. James Watson of the Fresno State Police Department about campus safety when the student-produced TV show airs at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, on Comcast Channel 94 and AT&T U-Verse Channel 99. Anchor Tiera Richardson of Los Angeles will speak with […]

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Fresno State Focus for Nov. 2

This week on Fresno State Focus, anchors Kaile Hunt and Liz Juarez will bring viewers special coverage of the 2016 Presidential Election. Tune in to see how Fresno State students are choosing to vote on major propositions on the ballot. Also, get an inside look at the comedy tour, Jokes for Votes, that made its way […]

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Oct. 26 Fresno State Focus

This week on Fresno State Focus, anchors Brianna White and Nikki McCabe will speak with Hap Cluff, CFO and senior adviser of Tremendum Pictures. The show, airing at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 26. will also give the latest details on the proposal for the  new student union, and will give viewers an inside look at how […]

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Oct. 19 Fresno State Focus features Tiny House Project

This week’s Fresno State Focus airs at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 19. Anchor Liz Juarez from Orange Cove will speak with a student who worked on the Fresno State Tiny House Project. Anchor Grecia Sanchez from Avenal will interview a student who will host Dress for Success. The show will also feature a story from National […]

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Fresno State Focus for Oct. 12

This week’s Fresno State Focus airs at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 12. Student anchors Kaile Hunt and Alexis Govea will speak with a member of the Fresno State Bulldog Marching Band about their performance at Sunday’s Raiders game in the O.co Coliseum. The show will also take us through a day in the life of […]

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Central Valley Honor Flight includes two students

Two mass communication and journalism students will travel to Washington, D.C. Sept. 12 to 14 with the Central Valley Honor Flight to cover the 65 World War II and Korean War veterans who are visiting national war memorials. The stories by July Cruz, a broadcast journalism student from Clovis, and Natalie Nigg, a multimedia production […]

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Honor Flight radio documentary to receive honor

A radio documentary about a recent Central Valley Honor Flight (facebook.com/CentralValleyHonorFlight/) trip to Washington, D.C., won second place in the Broadcast Education Association (beaweb.org/wp/) faculty audio competition. Faith Sidlow, an assistant professor with Fresno State’s Mass Communication and Journalism Department (fresnostate.edu/artshum/mcj/), traveled to Washington, D.C., with 65 World War II and Korean War veterans from the Central Valley earlier this […]

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