Alabama State University

Alabama State University ASU is a student-centered and diverse public historically black University committed to achieving excellence in teaching, research and public service.
(1952)

Alabama State University was founded in 1867, in Marion, Ala., as a school for African-Americans. The school started as the Lincoln Normal School with $500 raised by nine freed slaves now known as the Marion Nine, making ASU one of the nation’s oldest institutions of higher education founded for black Americans.

Attention Hornet Nation...Early Bird Registration for the 2026 Buzz Run 5K ends today!Register now to secure your spot: ...
05/31/2026

Attention Hornet Nation...

Early Bird Registration for the 2026 Buzz Run 5K ends today!

Register now to secure your spot: tinyurl.com/buzzrun26

05/30/2026

Today, we proudly celebrate and honor the 15 distinguished alumni awardees of Alabama State University! These outstanding Hornets represent excellence, leadership, service, and the enduring legacy of ASU across industries and communities nationwide. Their achievements continue to inspire future generations and make us all proud to say, “I am ASU.” Please join us in giving our 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients another well-deserved round of applause! 🎉🐝

The wait is almost over… 90 days until Hornet Football returns.Are you ready?! Sound off in the comments!
05/30/2026

The wait is almost over… 90 days until Hornet Football returns.

Are you ready?! Sound off in the comments!

Alabama State University proudly honors Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. as a 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient! A Horne...
05/29/2026

Alabama State University proudly honors Coach Eddie Robinson Jr. as a 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient! A Hornet legend, NFL veteran, and current ASU Head Football Coach, Robinson continues to lead with excellence while inspiring the next generation of student-athletes on and off the field.

The Distinguished Alumni Awards is officially SOLD OUT. Thank you, Hornet Nation, for all your support!

Alabama State University has successfully completed its Fifth-Year Interim Review with the Southern Association of Colle...
05/29/2026

Alabama State University has successfully completed its Fifth-Year Interim Review with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges, achieving full accreditation compliance with zero findings with no monitoring required.

This is a reflection of our institutional integrity, academic quality, and unwavering commitment to student success!

Read the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/25cngdmo

It's game day!Don't miss the Watch Party at The Nest as the ASU Hornets take on the Alabama Crimson Tide!Doors open at 5...
05/29/2026

It's game day!

Don't miss the Watch Party at The Nest as the ASU Hornets take on the Alabama Crimson Tide!

Doors open at 5 PM, tip-off at 6 PM. Join us and support Hornet Baseball!

It's Gameday!
🆚 Alabama
🏆 NCAA Regionals
📺 SEC Network
⏰ 6pm CST
🏟️ Sewell–Thomas Stadium

05/28/2026

Distinguished Alumni Awards Honoree Spotlight: Wendell Saxon

Alabama State University proudly honors Wendell Saxon as a 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipient! A dedicated alumni leader, education advocate, and community servant, Mr. Saxon continues to uplift Alabama State University through leadership, advocacy, and decades of service to students and families across the River Region.
📍 Hyatt Regency Birmingham – 1000 Galleria Cir.
📅 May 30, 2026
✨ Pre-Reception feat. Amber A. Harris & B’Hams Finest – 5:30 PM
🏆 Awards Ceremony – 7:00 PM
🍰 Dessert Reception immediately following feat. DJ Butch
🎟️ Tickets are SOLD OUT!

The 2026 Jazz on the Grass lineup is one for the books! Join us on July 19 at 6 p.m. at the John Hardy Student Center Am...
05/28/2026

The 2026 Jazz on the Grass lineup is one for the books! Join us on July 19 at 6 p.m. at the John Hardy Student Center Amphitheater for an evening of incredible live music, good vibes, and community under the stars.

This year's lineup features Grammy-nominated guitarist Slim Gambill, known for his 13 years with Lady A, alongside local favorites Ron Handy and the Montgomery Jazz Alliance.

Get Tickets here: https://tinyurl.com/JOTG2026

Join The Nest for an exciting NCAA Baseball Watch Party as the ASU Hornets take on the Alabama Crimson Tide.This Friday,...
05/28/2026

Join The Nest for an exciting NCAA Baseball Watch Party as the ASU Hornets take on the Alabama Crimson Tide.
This Friday, May 29 at 6:00PM
Doors Open at 5:00PM

Join Us and support the Hornets

The Stinger's Fun Run is back on August 15!Designed for kids ages 4–12, this is the perfect way for your little ones to ...
05/28/2026

The Stinger's Fun Run is back on August 15!

Designed for kids ages 4–12, this is the perfect way for your little ones to join in on the excitement of the 2026 ASU Buzz Run 5K.

Swipe to see the fun from last year, and click below to register for just $15: tinyurl.com/buzzrun26

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915 S Jackson Street
Montgomery, AL
36104

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