Since high school, I have always sought new ways to share what I believed to be groundbreaking and relevant news. Whether that was sports, politics or current events, I was always passionate about sharing what I have learned. Due to this passion, I joined my high school’s yearbook class, becoming an editor. In this role, I learned the creativity in the skills I now use daily: interviewing, graphic design, photography, page layouts and how to compose the most essential parts of a story for the writing aspects. These experiences formed the foundation for my decision to pursue journalism in college.
Coming to the University of Georgia, I have continued to build on these skills in both coursework and extracurriculars. My most notable journalism activities include a marketing internship with TransFit Athens and the executive position of Director of Digital Media for my sorority, Alpha Omicron Pi. In my internship, I create, edit, and post content within the image and mission of TransFit. With my role in Alpha Omicron Pi, I use my photography and graphic design skills to create social media content that represents our sorority’s values and activities. These experiences have not only sharpened my technical skills but also helped me refine my ability to tell concise, engaging stories across different media platforms.
During Summer 2025, I was able to attend the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication's Summer Studio program- a 4 week intensive program featuring eight mini courses that are taught by professionals and Grady creative faculty. In this program, I was able to build out many of my design and content creation skills, as well as touch on the PR world- learning how to brand, pitch, and create. This not only broadened my skillset, but fuled my passion for digital media content.