Chrissy Martinez, diversity, equity and inclusion staffer
Chrissy Martinez joined The State Hornet as a COVID-19 and higher education beat writer in spring 2021. A Tracy native, Chrissy advocates for the youth in Tracy and informs Tracy residents about local news. After graduation, she hopes to pursue a career in broadcasting and run for local office to represent the Tracy community.
Ayaana Williams, visuals editor
Ayaana Williams (she/her) is the visuals editor for The State Hornet. She is a multimedia journalist with a background in writing, broadcast, radio, film, photography and more. This is her first semester on The State Hornet staff. She was previously the features editor for The Collegian and editor-in-chief of her high school newspaper. She plans on graduating in spring 2022 and pursuing a career in broadcast media.
James Fife, Podcast Editor
(he/him)
James Fife joined The State Hornet in the Spring of 2021. He is a Film major graduating in Spring 2024.