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Alyssa Earnest

Alyssa Earnest, A&E Staffer

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Alyssa Earnest is a fourth-year journalism major hoping to work as a music journalist in the future. Outside of school and work, she likes listening to music, play simulation video games like Animal Crossing and trying different coffee shops around Sacramento.

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Chronically Online Ep 4: Vanderpump Rules Tom Sandoval and Ariana Madix Chaotic Split

Daisy Martinez and Alyssa Earnest
December 3, 2024
In the fourth episode, hosts Daisy Martinez and Alyssa Earnest discuss Vanderpump Rules’ biggest scandals that changed the reality TV show.
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Chronically Online Ep. 3, Throwback Thursday Edition: Tati Westbrook Reveals Shocking Allegations Against James Charles in ‘Bye Sister’ Video

In the third episode of Chronically Online: Throwback Thursday edition, hosts Alyssa Earnest and Daisy Martinez alongside special guests Chris Johnson and Giovanna Censario deep dive into one of YouTube’s biggest scandals: ‘Bye Sister.’
The planetarium connects to and can be accessed by the Ernest E. Tschannen science complex Tuesday, Oct. 29, 2024. Planetarium shows cover different topics such as black holes, the birth of stars and how the sky looked during the first Christmas.

Have an astro-nomical day at Sac State’s planetarium with these shows

Attendees saw images of space bodies throughout the shows with trivia facts in between
Alyssa Earnest, Staffer
October 31, 2024
Sacramento State’s planetarium hosts three different shows for attendees to enjoy with themes of the James Webb Space Telescope, Pink Floyd and Queen.
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Chronically Online Ep. #2: KSI and Logan Paul cook up ‘Punchly’ beef while DanTDM takes a snack break and Chappell Roan snoozes

Daisy Martinez and Alyssa Earnest
October 24, 2024
In the second episode of Chronically Online, Alyssa Earnest and Daisy Martinez discuss KSI versus Logan Paul, Mr. Beast and DanTDM “Lunchly” drama and Chappell Roan canceling her shows.
Jon Wiilde performed at Harlow’s with opening acts Valley Taylor, The Crimson Bouquet and Blackburn on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2024. Wiilde performed his most popular songs and tracks from his new EP, “Directions.”

Jon Wiilde: From tenured music teacher to aspiring rockstar

Having grown up in Sacramento and now planning multi-state tours, the artist shares his life and values
Alyssa Earnest, Staffer
October 15, 2024
Sacramento native Jon Wiilde shares future plans for his music career and where it will take him.
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Chronically Online Ep. #1: VMA Trophy Handoff Outrage, while Matt & Abby Leave Parenting on “Do Not Disturb”

Daisy Martinez and Alyssa Earnest
October 7, 2024
In the first episode of Chronically Online, Alyssa Earnest and Daisy Martinez discuss the VMAs and parenting gone wrong.
Guest Chef Ashly Mejia-Ferreras showed attendees how to make morir soñando Sept. 24, 2024. Mejia-Ferreras shared that the lime juice needs to be added last or the milk will curdle in the drink.

Dominican culture comes alive at The WELL’s guest chef event

Students were whisked away to the Caribbean with traditional dishes
Alyssa Earnest, Staffer
October 1, 2024
Sacramento State’s The WELL hosted a guest chef cooking class featuring traditional Dominican dishes in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month.
Attendees enjoy the hip hop music on the green channel provided by DJ Jay Hernandez, Sept. 5, 2024. Hernandez referred to his listeners as the “green goblins” whenever a popular song he knew listeners would like was next.

[Video] Sac State’s UNiQUE brings the silent beats and heat

Students dance and vibe in their musical world of choice
Sac State’s UNiQUE program hosts a double header event in the University Union featuring a silent disco and hip-hop artist Sleepy Chi.
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