Alyssa Earnest

Alyssa Earnest, A&E Staffer

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Alyssa Earnest is a senior journalism major in her second semester at The State Hornet. She hopes to be either a music journalist or a data research analyst once she graduates. When not working, she likes to hang out with her cat, Lucifer, play cozy video games and try different coffee shops in Sacramento.

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Console the rainy day blues with these 10 cozy games

Here’s some comfy games to keep you warm, even if the weather won’t

Alyssa Earnest, Staffer
February 4, 2025

The Sacramento weather is cold and rainy, which means more time inside to play favorite video games like Kirby, Legend of Zelda, Pokémon and others.

Chronically Online Ep 5: Vanderpump Rules Update, Johnny Somali Causes Trouble Abroad, Drake Sues UMG

Alyssa Earnest and Daisy Martinez
January 27, 2025

In the fifth episode of Chronically Online, hosts Daisy Martinez and Alyssa Earnest discuss recent Vanderpump Rules updates, Johnny Somali causing chaos in South Korea and Drake suing Universal Music Group.

Warm your belly with the best festive recipes of the season

Spend the holidays making these recipes with your friends and family

Alyssa Earnest, Staffer
December 24, 2024

What do you do when the semester is over? Make these holiday recipes with friends and family, of course!

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.

Chronically Online Ep. 3, Throwback Thursday Edition: Tati Westbrook Reveals Shocking Allegations Against James Charles in ‘Bye Sister’ Video

Alyssa Earnest, Daisy Martinez, and Chris D. Johnson
November 14, 2024

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.’

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.

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: 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.

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.

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.

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

Students dance and vibe in their musical world of choice

Ismael Martinez Castillo and Alyssa Earnest
September 7, 2024

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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