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The Hornet Tribune
Official student newspaper of Alabama State University

The Hornet Tribune
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Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Supporting growth does not mean we must lower standards

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
March 29, 2025
(L-R) Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed, actress and author Bern Nadette Stanis and Senior Director of Health Services Joyce Loyd-Davis, DNP, took a minute from the celebration to pose for the photographer.

Stanis celebrates Women’s History Month with university

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
March 29, 2025
John W. Beverly Hall, constructed in 1939, is undergoing extensive renovations. Once opened, this 24,480-square-feet three-story, brick building, houses lecture rooms, classrooms, and faculty offices.

Renovations of John W. Beverly Hall is progressing

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
March 15, 2025
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23 year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who is majoring in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

Should Greek life be eliminated at the undergraduate level?

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
March 9, 2025
Southern University student, Caleb Wilson, a 20-year-old mechanical engineering major, died after a hazing incident.

Southern University student dies in tragic hazing incident

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2025
Stone earned three Grammy nominations before her death on March 1.

Rhythm and Blues singer Angie Stone dies in car crash

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
March 8, 2025
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23 year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who is majoring in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

The Extreme Trump Agenda: A call for action from the minority

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
February 22, 2025
President of the Metro Montgomery County NAACP chapter, Isaiah Sankey, spoke to the audience and reinforced how important the NAACP has been to the progress of African Americans in the nation as well as the State of Alabama.

NAACP chapter celebrated its founding

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
February 15, 2025
Verse-Villa: Showcasing talent at the university

Verse-Villa: Showcasing talent at the university

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2025
Longtime history professor Derryn Moten, Ph.D. dies

Longtime history professor Derryn Moten, Ph.D. dies

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2025
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Urgent need for facility improvements at the university

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
February 8, 2025
Student Government Association Elections Committee Chair Jai Nelson

Nolen, Bell offer information regarding SGA executive and legislative elections

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
February 1, 2025
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Should former President Joe Biden have pardoned his son?

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2025
Four of the students who attended the RefresHER enjoyed the various activities The event was hosted by Five Horizons, UPAB and the university’s royal court.

Students assemble to discuss sexual health education and HIV prevention

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2025
Senior finance major Tyrin Moorer (left) interviews social activist Tamika Mallory (right) regarding her leadership of the March on Washington and the struggles that she has encountered as a social activist.

EMPOWERMENT

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
January 25, 2025
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Graduation roadblocks: The university must do better

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 30, 2024
Jai Nolen explains some of the new rules and regulations for next year's Student Government Association Spring campaigns as well as well as some of the new campaign rules for Miss Alabama State University.

SGA Senate changes grade point average requirement for executive officers for upcoming year

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 24, 2024
2024-2025 Miss Alabama State University Aarin Carver performs an in-depth interview with singer, songwriter, actress, producer and entrepreneur Kandi Burruss during Alabama State University's L.E.A.D. Speaker Series on Nov. 21.

Kandi Burruss inspires students during the L.E.A.D. Speaker Series

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 23, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

A world turning backward: The grim reality of Iraq’s proposed child marriage law

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 23, 2024
Student Senate approved "Home for the Holidays"

Student Senate approved “Home for the Holidays”

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 23, 2024
Ross announces bonuses for faculty and staff during holiday party

Ross announces bonuses for faculty and staff during holiday party

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 23, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Cafeteria Crisis: What are students paying for?

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 19, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Trump’s prospective cabinet: Friends or qualified people?

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 16, 2024

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 13, 2024
President Quinton T. Ross Jr., Kyla Bolton and scholarship donor Howard Watkins take a minute to pose for the photographer as Bolton accepts her scholarship award.

Howard Watkins honors 17 students with scholarship awards

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 10, 2024
New flooring enhances the Hardy Center's ballroom

New flooring enhances the Hardy Center’s ballroom

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2024
Baxter proposes a resolution to encourage internships for STEM freshmen and sophomores

Baxter proposes a resolution to encourage internships for STEM freshmen and sophomores

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2024
Racist text messages spark outrage following Trump’s re-election

Racist text messages spark outrage following Trump’s re-election

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 9, 2024
Col. (ret.) Gregory Clark, center, vice president for institutional advancement at Alabama State University, presents a check from state Sen. Kirk Hatcher to Dean Janice Franklin, left, of the National Center for the Study of Civil Rights and African American Culture, and Dean Wendy Coleman of the ASU College of Visual and Performing Arts. (David Campbell / ASU)

Hatcher donates $50,000 grant to support university’s cultural and artistic programs

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Breaking Barriers: Why Black firsts still matter in 2024

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2024
Student voter 101 training empowers students to vote with confidence

Student voter 101 training empowers students to vote with confidence

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
November 2, 2024
83rd Magic City Classic Kick-Off Luncheon celebrates community and rivalry

83rd Magic City Classic Kick-Off Luncheon celebrates community and rivalry

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
Senator Hatcher's check being presented by ASU's Col. (ret.) Gregory Clark (C) to Dean Franklin (L) and Dean Coleman (photo by David Campbell/ASU).

State senator donates $50,000 grant to support Alabama State University’s

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
Rickey Smiley Morning Show brings energy, stars and laughter to the Magic City

Rickey Smiley Morning Show brings energy, stars and laughter to the Magic City

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Could it be a bronze standard painted gold?

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
University College hosts "Meet the Deans"

University College hosts “Meet the Deans”

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
During the 83rd Magic City Classic, students from Alabama State University displayed who they wanted to win the classic football game.

Students revel in Magic City Classic tradition, celebrate school spirit

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
Rickey Smiley Morning Show brings energy, stars and community together for Magic City Classic

Rickey Smiley Morning Show brings energy, stars and community together for Magic City Classic

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
Students revel in Magic City Classic tradition, celebrate school spirit

Students revel in Magic City Classic tradition, celebrate school spirit

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
83rd Magic City Classic Kick-Off Luncheon celebrates community and rivalry

83rd Magic City Classic Kick-Off Luncheon celebrates community and rivalry

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 26, 2024
University hosts graduate and professional school Career Fair

University hosts graduate and professional school Career Fair

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

Does ending birthright citizenship violate the 14th Amendment?

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 19, 2024
NAACP Hosts Voter Education Event at Alabama State University

NAACP Hosts Voter Education Event at Alabama State University

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2024
University Health Services and 'She Care Wellness Pods' team up for breast cancer and domestic violence awareness

University Health Services and ‘She Care Wellness Pods’ team up for breast cancer and domestic violence awareness

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2024
University hosts annual Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Walk

University hosts annual Breast Cancer and Domestic Violence Awareness Walk

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 12, 2024

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 5, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

The cost of silence: When intelligence bows to mediocrity

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
October 5, 2024
(L-R) Toimar Allen, Miss Omega Psi Phi, Lanasia Luster, Miss Gamma Sigma, Payton Watkins, Miss Purple and Gold, and Jordan Smith as Miss 1936.

Allen captures the Miss Omega Psi Phi crown

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2024
President Quinton T. Ross Jr., Ed.D., (left) shakes the hands of Faulkner University’s President Mitchell Henry, Ph.D. (middle) and the Thomas Goode Jones Law School Dean Charles B. Campbell, J.D., (right) after announcing their agreement for students to attend the law school after spending three years at the university.

3 + 3 ADMISSIONS AGREEMENT

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2024
Alabama State University President Quinton T. Ross Jr., Ed.D., delivers the annual State of the University address to hundreds of students, staff and faculty.

Ross announces purchase of surveillance equipment for campus safety

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 28, 2024
Pictured are the President of Alabama State University standing with the 2024 Living Legend Award recipients (L-R) Leroy Huffman, Jacqueline Williams, Ed.D., President Quinton T. Ross, Ed.D., and former president Leon Howard, Ed.D.

The Legacy of Gold: A Presidential Golden Affair

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2024
Serenaded by the brothers of the Beta Upsilon chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity are Miss Black Morgan Tate, Miss Black and Gold Kourtney Savage, and Miss Gold Daryn Hill. Savage will represent the fraternity at the distrct level.

Kourtney Savage captures the Miss Black and Gold Crown

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 21, 2024
Carter, Stallworth named White House Initiative Scholars

Carter, Stallworth named White House Initiative Scholars

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 16, 2024
The university is allowing emotional support animals like Bam to live in the various residence halls for those students who need emotional support.

University opens its doors to emotional support animals

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 14, 2024
Members of the Alabama State University board of trustees and President Quinton T. Ross, Jr., Ed.D., hold up various architectural renderings of how the new residential apartments will look once they are constructed on the campus.

Board approves new policy for students who have not paid or have a balance

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 14, 2024
Legacy administration shares insights for the academic school year

Legacy administration shares insights for the academic school year

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 7, 2024
Executive Assistant to the Chief of Staff Candace Davis will be the chief contact for the upcoming Homecoming parade.

Davis announces preparation and rules for Homecoming pararde

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
September 7, 2024
Ashonti Shaw, a senior communications major whose focus is communications studies, is serving as the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune for the 2024-25 academic year. She is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan and hopes to pursue a career in communications after her graduation in May.

What another Trump presidency would mean for the U.S.

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
August 31, 2024
Michael Stallworth Jr. and Calandrea Carter take their official photograph as White House Initiative HBCU Scholars.

White House names Carter, Stallworth HBCU Scholars

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
August 31, 2024
President Quinton T. Ross Jr., Ed.D. and Executive Director Shani Crayton review the many items that were brought by Hornet Nation to be placed into the Time Capsule that would open in 2074.

Hornet Nation prepares time capsule for the next 50 years

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
August 24, 2024
Jade Davis, founder and CEO o the Fresh Face Fund, wants students to know that the fund helps students with clearing balances to continue in classes.

Davis creates the Fresh Face Fund for university students

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
August 24, 2024
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23-year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who plans to major in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

A pillar of tradition in Alabama State University’s history

Ashonti Shaw, Editor-in-Chief
August 24, 2024
Alabama State University Crowns New Royalty in 2024 Miss ASU Pageant

Alabama State University Crowns New Royalty in 2024 Miss ASU Pageant

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
April 13, 2024
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23-year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who plans to major in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

Caitlin Clark – a trailblazer and a symbol of hope?

Ashonti Shaw, Staff Columnist
March 30, 2024
Alabama Supreme Court rules embryos as children, impacts IVF programs

Alabama Supreme Court rules embryos as children, impacts IVF programs

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
March 2, 2024
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23-year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who plans to major in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

Alabama Supreme Court ruling, an affront to common sense

Ashonti Shaw, Staff Columnist
March 2, 2024
Palestinian people look for belongings as well as victims as they search the rubble after air strikes hit Gaza.

Students believe its time for a ‘cease-fire’ in Gaza

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
March 2, 2024
Alabama State University male students listened carefully as the guest speaker, Keith L. Brown, encouraged them to become scholars and recognize their worth and to strive for excellence.

Student Life hosts male empowerment event: Legacy Builder’s Planning Conference

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
February 24, 2024
Newly appointed station manager for WVAS-FM 90.7 Julius White has a vision to expand the radio station and its offerings for the public

New station manager reveals new goals for WVAS-FM 90.7

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
February 17, 2024
Adam Harris (sitting), an award-winning writer with the nationally acclaimed publication, The Atlantic, talked about inequalities facing historically Black colleges and universities. He is joined by Vice President of Institution Effectiveness, Strategic Initiatives and Transformation Tanjula Petty and scholars from the Strada Leadership Program

Harris, Knight address inequality in higher education

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
February 10, 2024
Simpson Hall provides accommodations to returning male students. Sitting atop one of the campus knolls, this 4 and ½ story brick property was built in 1966.

Students unhappy with lack of in-room visitation

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
January 27, 2024
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23-year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who plans to major in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

Income inequality demands more discourse

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
January 20, 2024
Cheryl Lang served Alabama State University as the director of Health Center for 10 years. She left and returned years later as the Director of Violence Against Women’s and Men’s Program (VAMP), offering educational and support services to victims of intimate partner violence. She offers advice to those students who are pursuing a career as an education administrator: “Be patient, love the community and stay focused on the purpose despite challenges.”

Longtime university health administrator retires

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
January 20, 2024
Ashonti Shaw is the editor-in-chief of The Hornet Tribune. She is a 23-year-old senior from Benton Harbor, Michigan who plans to major in communications studies and hopes to one day become a communications specialist.

Confronting the issue of colorism among Black people

Ashonti Shaw, Staff Columnist
January 13, 2024
Alabama State University professor of history Bertis English, Ph.D., was named editor-in-chief of the Journal of African American History

ASALH names new editor of its journal of African American history

Ashonti Shaw, Assistant University News Editor
January 13, 2024
Dennis Kimbro, professor at Clark Atlanta University served as the keynote speaker during the Magic City Classic Kick-off Luncheon.

Presidents, SGA presidents banter at 82nd Magic City Classic Kickoff Luncheon

Ashonti Shaw, Asst. University News Editor
October 26, 2023
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