JOURNALISM
My work for the Spring 2025 Klipsun Magazine issue, themed Veridis Quo, included two published feature pieces: an in-depth look at Bellingham's sneaker culture and a piece on the city's distinctive car scene. I provided all accompanying photography for both features. The sneaker feature is available to read below.
My dedication to editorial standards was recognized when I was awarded the "Cleanest Copy Award" by the editorial staff for accuracy and attention to detail in my features. I now serve as a Copy Editor for the magazine, where I am responsible for the final polish on feature stories, ensuring grammar, clarity, and strict adherence to AP Style.
Sole Searching
In a brick-laden multi-business complex in the heart of downtown Bellingham, a dark hallway gives way to an explosion of color — and hype. Air Jordans, Nike Dunks and Air Force Ones, along with other sneakerhead essentials, flood the walls of ReLaced, an independent sneaker store run by husband and wife Jesse and Lidija Reading.
Generative AI proves complicated for academic integrity at Western
During Fall 2024, I worked as a reporter for The Front, covering campus news on tight deadlines. My reporting primarily focused on student life and issues. Each of my stories are available to read below.
It’s no secret that many students are using the power of generative Artificial Intelligence for academic purposes. A 2024 survey by the Digital Education Council on global use of AI found that 86% of students have used AI in their studies, with 54% using it on a weekly basis.
Addressing campus inaccessibility one sticker at a time
While navigating Western Washington University, campus community members may notice round, red and white stickers placed on certain facilities and access points. Each one is inscribed with the simple but instructive phrase “This Is Not Accessible.
Campus community pushback leads to removal of campus market shoplifting signs
In November 2024, Western Washington University students entering campus markets were met with this message on a large, human-sized sign: “STOP. SHOPLIFTING IS A CRIME.
BRIEF: WWU expands naloxone accessibility
Naloxone is now available free of charge at several new locations across Western Washington University, according to an email from the Vice President of Student Affairs Office.
BRIEF: WWU encourages civic engagement with series of election panels
With Election Day rapidly approaching, Western Washington University is holding panel discussions, titled "Beyond the Surface: Election 2024," covering various electoral issues.
