5 candidates enter the race to replace Watson on council Jun 6, 2008
Jess Brown, political science professor at Athens State University, said the open seat may be a factor in the swelling lineup. "A lot of people who want to start a career in politics start in a local office," he said. (AL.com)
Switch ballots? OK, this time Jun 4, 2008
"The most diehard Democrat can vote Republican and the most conservative Republican can vote Democrat, if that's what they choose to do, for whatever reason," said Athens State University political professor Dr. Jess Brown. "There is no test or mechanism to determine what is truly in your political heart.". (AL.com)
State taking gamble on early primary Feb 5, 2008
Jess Brown, a political scientist at Athens State University, said many of the candidates' appearances have been at fundraisers or ticketed events not open to the general public. Few have been free and open to anyone. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Byrne likes Sparks' welding program Dec 8, 2007
As chancellor, Byrne is the chief executive officer of Alabama's two-year college system, which includes 22 community colleges, 4 technical colleges, Athens State University, the Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute and the Alabama Technology Network. The Alabama College System served more than 300,000 people in the 2005-2006 academic year. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Byrne to visit county Tuesday Sep 2, 2007
Byrne serves as the chief executive officer of the state's two-year college system, which includes 22 community colleges, four technical colleges, Athens State University, the Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute and the Alabama Technology Network. The luncheon will take place at the Helen Parrish Activity Center of Clanton First United Methodist Church at noon. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Chancellor Byrne to meet Wallace College staff Aug 15, 2007
As chancellor Byrne is the chief executive officer of Alabama's two-year college system, which includes 22 community colleges, four technical colleges, Athens State University, the Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute and the Alabama Technology Network. With a budget of nearly $700 million, The Alabama College System served more than 300,000 people in the 2005-06 academic year. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Law would block legislators from system Mar 29, 2007
Todd Greeson, R-Ider, Northeast Alabama Community College, administrative coordinator for business and industry, $44,520; Athens State University funds half through contract arrangement. Rep. (Shoals TimesDaily)
Monrovia and Sparkman teachers earn Madison County honor Mar 24, 2007
She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood/Elementary education from Athens State University. "I believe that the greatest contributions are made each day when the child gets up and wants to come to school," Smith said. (Madison County Record, AL)
Ten Commandments judge trails in polls May 7, 2006
Your government is not controlled by the people; it is controlled by special interest lobbyists," he said.The primary contest is not the classic battle between the GOP's religious right and business factions some had predicted a year ago.Riley, who holds weekly Bible studies with his staff, still enjoys some support from religious conservatives.''Roy Moore is not catching on. He's still viewed as a one-note song," said Jess Brown, a political scientist at Athens State University. Recent polling... (Boston Globe -- Nation)
Landscape in Ala. Governor's Race Shifts May 4, 2006
"Roy Moore is not catching on. He's still viewed as a one-note song," said Jess Brown, a political scientist at Athens State University. Moore has tried to make Riley's proposed 2003 tax hike an issue, but that's been difficult with the economy on a roll and state revenues up significantly. (ABC 7 News, DC)
