The student-run magazine of San Francisco State University

Xpress Magazine

The student-run magazine of San Francisco State University

Xpress Magazine

The student-run magazine of San Francisco State University

Xpress Magazine

All content by Tami Benedict
Tomorrowland movie premier at Downtown Disney. Photo by: Tami Benedict

I Experienced the Tomorrowland Movie Premier

Tami Benedict
May 12, 2015
Our Editor-in-Chief went to her first movie premier and lived to tell the tale.

5 Drinks you need to try for Cinco de Mayo

Tami Benedict
May 5, 2015
Better known as Cinco de Drinko.

Bumgarner not a fan of DH for National League

Tami Benedict
April 28, 2015
The battle of a designated hitter for the National League continues.

Earth Day 2015: 5 Steps to Save Mother Earth

Tami Benedict
April 22, 2015
Reduce, Reuse, Rhianna...always keep that in mind.

A ‘Fuller House’ will soon be upon us

Tami Benedict
April 21, 2015
John Stamos will yet again be gracing our televisions.

Gators pledge support for discounted transit passes

Tami Benedict
April 13, 2015
SF State students may be looking at discounted BART and Muni passes.

Will injuries defeat the Giants?

Tami Benedict
April 9, 2015
The SF Giants open the season with some players sitting on the sidelines due to injuries.

New App helps pay for college

Tami Benedict
March 31, 2015
You may be able to study abroad after all.
Collage making just got a lot easier. Photo by Tami Benedict/ Xpress Magazine.

Instagram introduces new app

Tami Benedict
March 24, 2015
Making mirrored images of yourself just got a lot easier.

Frozen 2 officially happening

Tami Benedict
March 12, 2015
Disney couldn't let it go

Will Ferrell plays nine positions

Tami Benedict
March 11, 2015
Will Ferrell stands up for cancer.

Don’t worry – Fifty Shades will fade away

Tami Benedict
February 26, 2015
Don't worry - Fifty Shades of will fade away just like Twilight turned to dusk

How does the port strike actually affect us?

Tami Benedict
February 21, 2015
With the ports currently on strike, manufactured goods from other countries can soon become impossible to get.
Facebooking from the Grave

Facebooking from the Grave

Tami Benedict
February 12, 2015
Facebook released a new feature today, announcing that when you die your Facebook will live on.

The Perfect Fit

Tami Benedict
February 9, 2015
SF State alumna Jackelyn Ho gives a us look into how she created her SF-based fitness magazine, Fiterazzi.

SF State reveals new app for shuttles

Tami Benedict
February 6, 2015
Waiting for the SF State shuttles just became a little easier with the introduction of their new app.
Disneylands Disneyland Forever firework show is nothing weve seen before. Photo from Disneylands Twitter

Disneyland’s 60th will shine

Tami Benedict
January 29, 2015
Disneyland's diamond-themed celebration for its 60th anniversary will be nothing short of amazing for the families and fans that attend the events beginning May 22.
SFSU will hold their graduation ceremony at AT&T Park for 2015. Photo by Tami Benedict/Xpress Magazine

SF State graduation will be Giant

Tami Benedict
January 23, 2015

SFSU will hold their graduation ceremony at AT&T Park for 2015. Photo by Tami Benedict/Xpress Magazine This morning, SF State announced that they will be holding the 114th graduation commencement...

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Behind the Faces: Shawn Cox

Tami Benedict
January 18, 2015

Contributed by: Katie Lewellyn Shawn Cox, also known as Sister Maddie ‘Bout You, is a thirty-seven year old California native. Born in Antioch California and raised in Oakley, Cox has never had...

What’s up with Sia’s new music video?

Tami Benedict
January 8, 2015

Most of you have probably already seen Sia's new controversial music video for "Elastic Heart" featuring Shia LaBeouf and "Dance Moms" Maddie Ziegler. If you haven't seen it, LaBeouf and Ziegler are...

Doubtfire on fire

Tami Benedict
January 6, 2015

Story by Tami Benedict and Olympia Zampathas   One of San Francisco's cherished tourist locations was set ablaze last night. Around 8 p.m. the homeowner, Dr. Douglas Ousterhout, 79, said...

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Behind the Face: Mark Ruissi

Tami Benedict
January 6, 2015

Contributed by: Katie Lewellyn The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence is an order of Queer Nuns in San Francisco whose goal is to help the community, promote human rights and spiritual enlightenment. The...

Into the Woods Review

Tami Benedict
December 27, 2014

  First, I want to put a full disclaimer that "Into the Woods" is a full-blown musical. A lot of people go into the movie thinking it is just like the rest of Disney's movies, some music but...

Worst White Elephant gifts

Tami Benedict
December 24, 2014

We decided to have some fun this holiday season, so across our social media account (Facebook, Twitter, and Tumblr) we asked you "What is the worst white elephant gift you have ever received or given?" These...

Where to ice skate this holiday season

Tami Benedict
December 23, 2014

One of my favorite things to do during the winter is ice skating. Since Northern California doesn't get very cold and we never get snow, I always have to wait until right around the holidays for the...

Pressures of Gastric Proportions

Tami Benedict
December 19, 2014

When you turn eighteen, there are a lot of things going through your mind. You are probably receiving college acceptance letters in the mail, celebrating that you are no longer in high school, finally...

Christmas themed drinks to try at your next Christmas party

Tami Benedict
December 18, 2014

Christmas is right around the corner - literally it is - we have ten days left! This means that Christmas parties will be in full swing and with Christmas parties come potlucks. This year, instead of bringing...

Now Kourtney Kardashian is trying to break the internet

Tami Benedict
December 3, 2014

A pregnant and almost naked Kourtney Kardashian graced our computer screens today as word broke that the oldest Kardashian had posed nude for DuJour magazine. Now as we all remember, Kim Karadashian...

Justin Timberlake rocks Oracle Arena for his 20/20 tour

Tami Benedict
November 27, 2014

Hundreds lined up in the cold last Saturday, waiting for the doors of Oracle Arena to open to get them one step closer to seeing boy band hottie, Justin Timberlake. Timberlake has come a long way...

The Good, the bad, and the ugly: Thanksgiving Edition

Tami Benedict
November 25, 2014

Thanksgiving is approaching us in the next few days, which means everyone is pinning their favorite foods on Pinterest and looking up old family recipes. But the question is, what should you spend...

Thanksgiving: a time to spend with family or shopping?

Tami Benedict
November 24, 2014

That time a year is just around the corner. The time of year where school comes to a halt and you are able to pack up and go home for the Holidays, spending countless hours with your family, stuffing...

Chris Hemsworth: Is he really the world’s sexiest man?

Tami Benedict
November 22, 2014

  People has released their annual "Sexiest Man Alive" issue, naming actor Chris Hemsworth, as 2014's sexiest man, beating out Chris Pratt and Idris Elba. The announcement came Tuesday night...

Fatal shooting at Florida State University leaves 3 wounded

Tami Benedict
November 20, 2014

Update: The gunman has been identified as Myron May, who fired a semiautomatic .380 caliber handgun, which he reloaded at least once At 12:30 a.m. a Florida State alumnus and attorney walked into the...

Quest for Three: Raise your glasses Giants fans

Tami Benedict
October 31, 2014

Orange and black confetti fell in unison with the rain as thousands of Giants fan gathered under umbrellas along Market Street and the Civic Center to watch the 2014 World Series parade, the third...

Fans wait on Market Street in anticipation of seeing the 2014 World Series Champions. |Photo by Dani Hutton

Quest For Three: Giants Parade Livestream in SF

Tami Benedict
October 31, 2014

We're live at the Giants Parade today, check it out. Remember to tweet @tamimarieb and talk with me on the stream!

Quest for Three: SF GIANTS ARE YOUR WORLD SERIES CHAMPIONS

Tami Benedict
October 29, 2014

Through trials and tribulations, through blood and tears, the Giants and their fans have waited for this moment all season long. Through amazing wins and tough losses, the Giants have worked towards...

Quest for Three: Giants will see Game Seven

Tami Benedict
October 28, 2014

Hopes were high and fans were on the edge of their seats as the Giants faced the Royals today in game six of the World Series. If the Giants could pull it out today and get a win, then they would be...

The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly: Halloween Candy Edition

Tami Benedict
October 28, 2014

Halloween is only a few days away, and soon we are going to stuff our faces with our favorite Halloween candy. But what are the best and worst candies to sink your teeth into? Well, I am here to help...

Quest for Three: Giants headed to Kansas City with the Lead

Tami Benedict
October 26, 2014

Giant's ace Madison Bumgarner was on the mound tonight to inch the Giants one step closer to a World Series win. Bumgarner dominated at pitching, giving the Giants a 5-0 win over the Royals. The Giants...

Quest for Three: Giants own Game 4

Tami Benedict
October 25, 2014

Game 4 of the World Series wholeheartedly belonged to the Giants. After a crazy first couple innings, the Giants surged forward and never looked back. The Giants beat the Royals 11-4 and tied the World...

Quest for Three: Giants drop the ball in Game 3

Tami Benedict
October 25, 2014

The Giants returned home to the Bay Area for Game 3 of the World Series, but after the Royals got an early jump, the Giants could not catch up. The Giants lost 3-2 and are now behind in the series...

Major League Sexism

Tami Benedict
October 24, 2014

In the history of sports journalism, there has never been more women reporting on televised American sports then there are today, according to the Women’s Media Center. Erin Andrews hosts Fox College...

Quest for Three: Peavy, Giants get beat up by Royals

Tami Benedict
October 23, 2014

In Game 2 of the World Series, the Giants saw how hard they were going to have to play in order to claim their third World Series win. The Giants lost to the Royals last night, 7-2, tying the series...

Quest for Three: Giants Prove They are not Underdogs

Tami Benedict
October 22, 2014

Game one of the World Series belongs to none other than the San Francisco Giants. Being the underdogs since day one, the Giants showed that experience, determination, and believing in yourself is just...

Quest for Three: Giants Win the National League Pennant

Tami Benedict
October 17, 2014

The Giants did it again for a third time in five years. They defied the odds, battled through injuries, and unveiled unlikely heroes. They beat the Cardinals in Game 5 of the National League Championship...

Quest for Three: Giants come back for the Win

Tami Benedict
October 16, 2014

The Giants are now one win away from winning the National League pennant for the third time in five years. Last night the Giants beat the Cardinals, 6-4 in Game 4 of the National League Championship...

Quest for Three: Giants Rally, Win in Extra Innings

Tami Benedict
October 15, 2014

The Giants returned home yesterday to face the Cardinals in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series. The series was tied, 1-1, after the Giants gave up a walk-off home run on Monday to the...

Quest for Three: Giants drop game two of the NLCS

Tami Benedict
October 12, 2014

Game two of the National League Championship Series (NLCS) was anything but perfect for the Giants. After working their magic and tying the game, the Giants lost to the Cardinals 5-4 by a walk-off...

Quest for Three: The Giants shut down the Cardinals

Tami Benedict
October 12, 2014

The Giants were at Busch Stadium in St. Louis yesterday to face the Cardinals in Game 1 of the National League Championship Series. Madison Bumgarner was set to face Cardinals star Adam Wainwright, in...

Quest for Three: Giants win the National League Division Series

Tami Benedict
October 7, 2014

Ryan Vogelsong and the Giants faced the Nationals today at AT&T Park for Game 4 of the NLDS. After losing last night, the Giants were still leading the series 2-1, and today was the game to win....

Quest for Three: Giants fall to the Nationals

Tami Benedict
October 6, 2014

The Giants were home today for Game 3 of the NLDS against the Nationals and one major mistake cost them a win . The team lost 1-4 against the Nationals and are currently in the lead by taking the NLDS...

Breaking: Hundreds of Giants fans turned away at gate

Tami Benedict
October 6, 2014

  Update: After the fiasco of what happened last Monday, the Giants acknowledged their error and attempted to make it right to their fans by either offering assistance in purchasing tickets...

Quest for Three: Giants Rally in the Eighteenth

Tami Benedict
October 5, 2014

Tim Hudson faced Nationals' ace Jordan Zimmermann in game two of the NLDS (National League Division Series) and it was downright nerve-wracking. A week ago, Zimmermann pitched his first career no-hitter...

Quest for Three: Giants Hung On for the Win

Tami Benedict
October 3, 2014

Today was game one of the National League Division Series, NLDS, in Washington and Jake Peavy was nothing but spectacular in his first post season appearance as a Giant. With the same line-up behind...

Quest for Three: Giants win the National League Wildcard

Tami Benedict
October 2, 2014

The Giants beat the odds again, after being plagued with injuries and not doing as well as most, the Giants won the National League Wildcard slot against the Pittsburgh Pirates with a score of 8-0. Madison...

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Pumpkin Spice Edition

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Pumpkin Spice Edition

Tami Benedict
September 29, 2014

Fall is just around the corner, and how do we know this? Because Starbucks has unleashed their fall drinks including their infamous pumpkin spice latte! Companies far and wide are jumping on the pumpkin...

‘Gotham’- A Recap and Review of TV’s Hottest Show

Tami Benedict
September 28, 2014

Warning: This piece contains spoilers from the season premiere episode of Gotham! When Gotham opens, you are introduced to Selina Kyle, better known as Catwoman, witnessing the murder of Bruce Wayne’s...

Apps to get you moving in the morning

Tami Benedict
September 24, 2014

With summer officially over, fun late nights turn into study sessions and mornings become a challenge of how many times you can successfully hit the snooze button before being late. The bad habit...

5th Annual Giant Race

Tami Benedict
September 15, 2014

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bNjNpV2NfuE Photos and Video by Martin Bustamante On a cool, clear, early Sunday morning, rare for the normally foggy city, runners began to line the Embarcadero in...

Load More Stories
Activate Search
The student-run magazine of San Francisco State University
Tami Benedict