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The State Hornet

Claire Harrell

Claire Harrell, Multimedia Staffer

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Claire Harrell is a third-year journalism major in her first semester at The State Hornet as a multimedia staffer. Her career goals are to work in any type of sports media or journalism. In her free time, she enjoys running, watching sports and hanging out with her friends.

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“The Life of a Showgirl,” Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, was released Friday, Oct. 3, 2025. The album showcases classic radio pop music with funky, unique beats, similar to Swift's older albums. (Graphic created in Canva by Claire Harrell)

‘The Life of a Showgirl’ adds fun pop to its ‘Wi$h Li$t’

Taylor Swift’s 12th studio album brings back her inner popstar
Claire Harrell, Multimedia Staffer
October 10, 2025
With many new hits about her fiancé, Taylor Swift sweeps us off our feet with her showgirl tunes. She revives the pop spark in the music industry with her new catchy tracks.

Sac State Says: Surviving the Hornet parking lot

It’s the great parking wars! Hornets voice their concerns about limited parking spots and the increased prices of campus parking passes.
Claire Harrell and Nojixa Anacleto
October 6, 2025
Parking at Sacramento State is a tough task. The State Hornet went to gather students’ opinions and tips on the parking situation at hand.

New murals, new meanings: Belonging Boulevard celebrates student stories

Sacramento State and Blue Line Arts came together to showcase art in campus corridor
Sacramento State had their grand unveiling of mural corridor Belonging Boulevard on Sept. 17. Many of the artists showed off their artwork and what it means to them.

Sac State launches Hispanic Heritage Month with “La Bienvenida” event

La Bienvenida brings together Hispanic and other students to Sacramento State with information about available resources, great food and a welcoming environment.
La Bienvenida is an annual event that is hosted by El Centro Serna at Sacramento State to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month and welcome students back to campus. The event features informational booths, engaging activities, food and a variety of performances, including traditional Hispanic dances and live music.

[Video] Sac State Says: Welcome back to the Hive! Students return for the fall semester

Sac State students share their feelings and experiences during their first month back to school
Claire Harrell and Eli Keller
September 13, 2025
Thousands of students returned to Sacramento State for the fall semester. The multimedia team went out to hear some of the students’ thoughts and opinions on the fresh semester.
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