We are welcoming all students who want to get the same experience that the celebrities had, but not only the celebrities but our current students have, to reach out to Alabama State University because we are a home waiting to expand the minds of our students,” said Dr. “.For the world to be able to see what goes on at Alabama State University is an exciting opportunity. Hornet Nation is encouraged to watch the show on television on BET+. ASU is entrenched in history, including being a part of the Civil Rights Movement,” O’Ryan pointed out. “‘I Swarm As 1.’ I learned that the ASU logo means to stick together and you can get it done faster and its more fun that way…I believe it’s very important to be around like-minded people and people who look like you that you can relate to when you are advancing in your life…I appreciate the ASU faculty, staff, and student body. O’Ryan said he would definitely recommend attending an HBCU, especially ASU. So, if you are looking to go to school or looking to come back to school, ASU is the place to be,” said Kwaylon. I went to a black school, Texas Southern, a shout out to them, but this school (ASU) just carries a different culture, a different energy. I had to really get into my studies…I can say this is 100 percent the school to go to. ![]() I think being an influencer / creator is kind of easy because we get slides versus ASU who didn’t care about the celebrity aspect we were treated like any other students. "My experience here got me back to being motivated to work hard. The celebrities also participated in a Q&A and an ASU Trivia Contest, hosted by Miss ASU 2022-23 Aleah Robinson and 2022-23 SGA Vice President Trent Martinez.īoth celebrities agreed that their experience at ASU was like none other. ![]() They joined the crowd in watching the screening, which was met with shouts of laughter and enthusiastic applause. At that moment, the sounds of the ASU Mighty Marching Hornets filled the air as the band escorted College Hill celebrities O’Ryan and Kwaylon into a room full of excited students. Ross then informed the crowd of a special surprise. We hope our participation will enhance the interest in not only Alabama State University but also all HBCUs.” “This is a unique opportunity to introduce ASU to new audiences. “ASU is excited for the opportunity for the world to see the academic excellence and the many talents that are here on the campus of ASU,” said Ross, who also thanked everyone involved, including the BET Plus Unscripted Team. The entire season will begin May 11 on BET+. welcomed students to the premiere screening of the first episode of Season 2. ![]() To celebrate BET shooting the reality show’s second season on the ASU campus, the University co-sponsored A “College Hill: Celebrity Edition” screening and Yard Fest on Tuesday, April 25, at the John Garrick Hardy Student Center.ĪSU President, Dr. The shooting lasted for four weeks, as camera crews swarmed the campus and major ASU events like The Magic City Classic, capturing the reality of the stars’ experience. Like any other college student, the celebrity students were required to attend classes, follow University policies, complete their coursework and take mid-terms and finals. Other cast members were reality star Tiffany “New York” Pollard, actress Parker McKenna Posey and returning star from season 1, singer/actor Ray J. Well, a select group of Alabama State University students had that chance during the Fall 2022 semester when the cast of BET’s “College Hill: Celebrity Edition Season 2” was enrolled at the University to work toward completing a specialty certificate program. Ross, Jr.Įver dreamed of sitting in class next to celebrities like model Amber Rose or studying at the library with basketball legend Iman Shumpert, R&B singer O’Ryan Browner or reality TV personality Joseline Hernandez! How about shooting a student film with social media star Kwaylon Rogers? BET’s “College Hill: Celebrity Edition Season 2” stars O'Ryan Browner, left, and Kwaylon Rogers, right, pose with Alabama State University President Quinton T.
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