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Assistant Dean of Students Chasity Q. Thompson, J.D., is responsible for almost every aspect of student life at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of law including student-run organizations, the records and registration office, mental and physical wellness initiatives, student credit hours, graduation requirements, crisis management and much more.

Attorney Thompson advises students to identify a mentor • 83 Views

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Alabama State University alumna Kroshona Tabb, Ph.D., who works as the health systems specialist and executive assistant to the chief of staff at the Birmingham, Alabama location of the U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). As a student, Tabb served as a staff reporter for The Hornet Tribune and was eventually promoted to the managing editor of the editorial operations.

Tabb leaves a lasting impact on the veterans of Alabama • 66 Views

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Ferrin Lewis, a native of Montgomery, was crowned as the 2021-22 Miss Freshman on Aug. 27. She campaigned with a platform of “Operation: 1867” where she plans to advocate for mental health.

Lewis talks about her plans as the new Miss Freshman • 39 Views

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Azriel Clary and Joycelyn Savage insist that their parents fabricated claims that they’ve been “brainwashed” and abused in order to extort money from the singer.

R. Kelly’s Girlfriend Joycelyn Savage: He Kept Me ‘Locked Up Like Some Damn Animal’ • 24 Views

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Vanda Lee, a 2010 graduate of Alabama State University produces the video for City Girls in Los Angeles, Calif. Vanda dreamed of becoming a producer after he arrived at ASU and started his journey in the Department of Theater.

Lee fulfills his dreams of becoming a producer • 21 Views

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The Fentanyl epidemic is killing far too many people
Micah Sanders, Editor-In-Chief • September 25, 2021
Migrants, many from Haiti, wade across the Rio Grande river from Del Rio, Tex., to Mexico on Sept. 20, to avoid deportation from the United States.
My thoughts on haitian immigration at the Texas-Mexico border
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
After 20 years of serving as the band director for Alabama State University, James B. Oliver, Ed.D., waves to the crowd as they express their appreciation for the impact that he has made with hundreds of students since returning to his alma mater to lead the band.
Oliver advises students to be both patient and humble
Cullen H. Davis, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
Since its inception, Heritage Barber Shop, owned and operated by Vladimir Averett, reflects Black empowerment by design. Averett and his partner Carlos Vaughn began to hire young Black men in the community to work in the shop and do for themselves.
Averett promotes entrepreneurship among college students
Tammia Jacobs, Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
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Students excited about track field renovation plans.
Tammia Jacobs, Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
Symphony Wilson is the Student Government Association Attorney General. As attorney general, Wilson shall review the performance of each officer to ensure conformity with constitutional duties. She holds the right to call forth disciplinary actions.
SGA AG Wilson keeps her board in check.
Camille Zanders, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
Brenda Gill is the new Associate Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences.
Gill looks toward the future as the new associate dean of C.L.A.S.S
Micah Sanders, Editor-in-Chief • September 25, 2021
The Alabama State University Board of Trustees voted to rename the residence hall formerly known as Bibb Graves Hall during its September meeting. The 93-year-old residence hall will now be known as Jo Ann Gibson Robinson Hall. Jo Ann Gibson Robinson was an activist in the Montgomery Bus Boycott. Despite her efforts to stay out of the limelight, she was arrested but never tried.
Bibb Graves Hall renamed to honor university's hero Jo Ann Robinson
Camille Zanders, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 18, 2021
HORIZONS
In this Sept. 17, 2020 file photo, Committee Chairman Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., speaks during a House Committee on Homeland Security hearing on ‘worldwide threats to the homeland’, on Capitol Hill Washington. Thompson has sued former President Donald Trump, alleging Trump incited the deadly insurrection at the U.S. Capitol. The lawsuit in Washington’s federal court alleges the Republican former president conspired with members of far-right extremist groups to prevent the Senate from certifying the results of the presidential election he lost to Joe Biden (John McDonnell/The Washington Post via AP, Pool).
Democrat's lawsuit accuses Trump of inciting deadly Capitol riot
Associated Press • March 6, 2021
President Joe Biden meets with Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, Vice President Kamala Harris, in the Oval Office of the White House, Monday, Jan. 25, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)
Biden reverses Trump ban on transgender people in military
Associated Press • January 27, 2021
FILE - This April 1, 2013 file photo shows talk show host Larry King attends a season-opening baseball game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the San Francisco Giants in Los Angeles. King, who interviewed presidents, movie stars and ordinary Joes during a half-century in broadcasting, has died at age 87. Ora Media, the studio and network he co-founded, tweeted that King died Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021 morning at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)
Larry King, broadcasting giant for half-century, dies at 87
Associated Press • January 23, 2021
Hall of Famer Hank Aaron waves to the crowd during Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremonies in Cooperstown, N.Y., in this Sunday, July 28, 2013, file photo. Hank Aaron, who endured racist threats with stoic dignity during his pursuit of Babe Ruth but went on to break the career home run record in the pre-steroids era, died early Friday, Jan. 22, 2021. He was 86. The Atlanta Braves said Aaron died peacefully in his sleep. No cause of death was given. (AP Photo/Mike Groll, File)
Hank Aaron, baseball’s one-time home run king, dies at 86
Associated Press • January 22, 2021
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Photo by Linda Thrasybule on Everyday Health
The Fentanyl epidemic is killing far too many people
Micah Sanders, Editor-In-Chief • September 25, 2021
Migrants, many from Haiti, wade across the Rio Grande river from Del Rio, Tex., to Mexico on Sept. 20, to avoid deportation from the United States.
My thoughts on haitian immigration at the Texas-Mexico border
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
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Police officers should be held accountable for wrongful killings
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 18, 2021
The Alabama Department of Public Health
Living on campus with no knowledge of COVID-19 statistics? Crazy!
Micah Sanders, Editor-In-Chief • September 18, 2021
SPORTS
Alabama State University Hornets’ middle blocker Alexis Ratliff spikes the ball over two Auburn Tigers players in a five-set thriller.
Hornets win five set thriller against Auburn
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
Junior middle blocker, Mahogany Vinson spikes the ball past a Bulldogs player, en-route to a sweep in their home opener.
The Hornets dominate in home opener versus rival Bulldogs
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
Hornet receiver Jeremiah Hixon goes up to get the ball over a Wildcat defender for one of his seven catches in his big 100-yard game.
Hixon shines in hornets win over Bethune-Cookman
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021
Junior midfielder Isabella Beortegui dribbles the ball down the field during the game between the Hornets and the Gamecocks.
Sanchez shines in stellar performance versus Blazers
Kendal Manns, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 11, 2021
ARTS AND ENTERTAINMENT
Cicely Tyson, Pioneering Hollywood Icon, Dies at 96
Cicely Tyson, Pioneering Hollywood Icon, Dies at 96
By Mark Kennedy, Associated Press • February 6, 2021

Emmy- and Tony-winning actress Cicely Tyson, who distinguished herself in theater, film and television, died on Thursday afternoon. She was 96. “I...

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ALUMNI NEWS
After 20 years of serving as the band director for Alabama State University, James B. Oliver, Ed.D., waves to the crowd as they express their appreciation for the impact that he has made with hundreds of students since returning to his alma mater to lead the band.
Oliver advises students to be both patient and humble
Cullen H. Davis, Senior Staff Reporter/Writer • September 25, 2021

Striving after your dreams and passions are what most envision for their life when they enter college or graduate. However, like anything in...

HORNET LIVING
Both on campus and off campus students at Alabama State University are weighing the benefits of eating healthier. Many are realiz- ing that burgers and pizza are not going anywhere, but they can find lower-calorie options that offer more nutritional value. However, there are times when college students deviate from the healthier options. Pictured above are several students who are enjoying “Fried Chicken Wednesday” a favorite lunch consisting of fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, collard greens and peach cobbler.
How to eat properly in college.
Tammia Jacobs, Staff Reporter/Writer • September 18, 2021

Learning how to eat nutritious food in college may be challenging, but it is not impossible. Whether students rely on the Alabama State University...

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