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School newspaper of Academy of the Holy Names, Tampa

Achona

School newspaper of Academy of the Holy Names, Tampa

Achona

Alex Smith

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer

Senior Alex Smith, a second-year Staff Writer, is excited to spend the school year writing for Achona. Alex looks forward to the various privileges senior year has in store for her, like having access to the senior lounge. Alex’s favorite subject is English, and she has a passion for being a leader. Alex makes this passion known through her active participation in Student Council. In addition, she is also a part of the Social Justice Club and the Rotary Interact Club. Outside of her school activities, Alex also works at Fab’rik, a clothing store in South Tampa. She loves meeting new people through her job, as well as encouraging customers to feel confident about themselves. In her free time, Alex, who has a love for music, writes on her blog, which is about music, and listens to Spotify. Furthermore, she enjoys dancing, specifically the genres of contemporary and hip-hop. Alex hopes to attend college in a big city up North.

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Nearly 40 percent of working-aged Americans now hold a college degree, according to a new report from the Lumina Foundation. (Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online)

Exploring College: North vs. South

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
March 9, 2018
Tyler, the Creator is attending almost 15 music festivals along the tour route for “Flower Boy”. (Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online)

Tyler, the Creator Performs in Orlando

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
February 20, 2018
In addition to their work as a collective, many members have released projects as independent artists. (Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online)

Brockhampton Takes the Stage in Ybor City

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
January 30, 2018
Struggles of Taking an Online Class

Struggles of Taking an Online Class

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
January 17, 2018
Lindsey Perez (‘18) and Greta Dieck (‘19) have played on the varsity team since their freshman years. (Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online)

Varsity Basketball Battles CCC

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
December 8, 2017
Rape is the most under-reported crime; 63% of sexual assaults are not reported to police. (Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online)

How Sexual Harassment is Affecting Hollywood

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
November 9, 2017
Headline acts Kid Cudi and Lana Del Rey boasted crowds of around 40,000. (Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online)

Camp Flog Gnaw Carnival hits Los Angeles

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
November 1, 2017
The number of members in Quarter Notes has increased greatly in the last five years.

The Quarter Notes Take Nashville

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
October 17, 2017
Ryan Gosling hosted his first episode in 2015.

SNL Returns With its 43rd Season

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
October 13, 2017
A number of websites provide "It" fans with meme generators to create images and share with friends.

“It” Takes Social Media By Storm

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
September 28, 2017
Kendrick Lamar Visits Tampa

Kendrick Lamar Visits Tampa

Alex Smith, Senior Staff Writer
September 20, 2017
Although students are heartbroken over the ending of Thanksgiving break, Christmas break is right around the corner. Photo Credit: Alex Smith (Achona Online)

Feelings AHN Girls Have After Break

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
December 2, 2016
One simple Twitter video sparked one of the biggest social media trends on 2016. Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online

The Mannequin Challenge Dominates Social Media

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
November 15, 2016
Choosing a college is a daunting task. Questions like this will help students find the perfect school for them. Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online

Top Questions to Ask Colleges

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
November 7, 2016
Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online

Most Insta-Worthy Locations in Tampa Bay

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
October 25, 2016
James Charles is breaking traditional beauty standards as CoverGirl's first male spokesperson. Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online

CoverGirl Welcomes CoverBoy James Charles

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
October 18, 2016
How well do you know the cars your friends own? Photo Credit: Alex Smith/Achona Online

QUIZ: Can You Guess the Owners of these AHN Cars?

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
September 19, 2016
Only a five minute drive from AHN, fab'rik is the perfect store for Academy girls and all Tampa shoppers alike.

fab’rik: South Tampa’s Latest Boutique

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Member
September 8, 2016
The new album has a simple layout and features a photo of Ocean sporting his new green locks.

The Long Awaited Comeback of Frank Ocean is Here

Alex Smith, Junior Staff Writer
September 5, 2016
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