"I am the former Director of the Mountain States Region of the Anti-Defamation League. During my tenure, I was frequently interviewed by the media regarding antisemitism and other hateful incidents. It was my privilege to be interviewed multiple times by Peter Philpott. Following one of Peter’s interviews, I remember remarking to a colleague that his preparation and insightful questioning were superior to what I often experienced from professional newspaper, television, and radio reporters. I am certain we will see Peter’s byline for years to come." — Scott Levin, retired ADL Mountain States Director

Having worked with Peter on the News section for the Union Street Journal, it’s obvious he places incredible value on story telling. I could usually tell if a passage was written by him because, while he is precise and succinct in his writing, he includes a unique twist of language that adds color to the story. While he can draw you into an article about trash on campus, he has also demonstrated skill and thoughtfulness in approaching heavier topics. When writing "Gen-Z Shares Fervent Advocacy in the Israel-Hamas War," he was intentional about respecting nuanced and varied student opinions while balancing these with fact. This article is in no small part a product of his respect for interviewees and dedication to inform the school community. I enjoyed working with Peter not only because he is a dedicated, versatile writer, but also because his excitement for reporting fueled my own. His motivation to constantly improve as a journalist is evident through the sheer number of articles he contributes to USJ and his eager requests for feedback. On the flip side, Peter provides his input without harshness, but with real interest in helping make an article the best it can be." —Amanda Castillo-Lopez, former USJ News Editor 

Even before attending Cherry Creek High School, Peter was writing for the USJ. His coverage of the school’s theater program [as an eighth-grader] was already outpacing many high schoolers, and he wasn’t even a student yet. As a freshman, he dove headfirst into covering sensitive and vital topics with tenacity and empathy. It became clear very early on that Peter’s care for CCHS and the Denver community spoke through everything he did...As joint Editor-in-Chief this year, he has acted on this commitment by coordinating with his staff to provide meaningful coverage of his community. His dedication to reporting on protests and intentionally connecting national issues to local solutions powerfully represents his love for journalism." —Alex Gribb, former USJ Editor-in-Chief