From The Hill to Seneca Lake, our student news team is here to keep you informed. These are the faces behind the scenes, the Hobart and William Smith students who write the articles, do the interviews and keep the Daily Update fresh and exciting. Learn more about them, and take a look at some of their favorite stories.
Sarah Burton '11
Hometown: Stamford, V.T.
Major: Media & Society and Spanish
Favorite DU Story: The Kirchner Triplets WS'42 Reunite
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
I like working in the Communications Office because it keeps me updated on what's happening around campus and I can be as creative as I want. It's also a fun group of people to work with!
Molly DiStefano '10
Hometown: Rochester, N.Y.
Major: Women's Studies and French and Francophone Studies
Favorite DU Story: I'm not sure, I like too many!
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
I like being a part of an active and engaged group of Hobart and William Smith community members.
Brittany Doyle '10
Hometown: Succasunna, N.J.
Majors: English
Favorite Story Written: Hope for a "Life without Lupus"
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
Working for the Office of Communications has allowed me to interview and interact with many people I would not have the chance to if I did not work for the office. I feel I am now more in touch with the HWS community and laerning about the many clubs and activities the campus has to offer. Also, having the chance to give the students and events the recognition they derserve has been an extremely rewarding experience.
Annie Lindenhovius '09
Hometown: Rochester, N.Y.
Major: European Studies, History
Favorite DU Story: William Smith Returns to his College
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
I like being knowledgeable about campus activities, collaborating with photographers on projects and being creative (especially coming up with clever puns for my article titles!).
Jessie Meyers '10
Hometown: Penfield, N.Y.
Major: English
Favorite DU Story: Commemorating the Holocaust
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
Being able to use writing to inform and bring together our campus is very rewarding. I've had the opportunity to interview a multitude of incredible faculty, staff, alums and students who have impressed and inspired me. I am grateful for the chance to bring readers their stories.
Jamie Rasmussen '10
Hometown: Montclair, N.J.
Majors: English
Favorite DU Story: Any and all that deal with the Colleges' Green initiatives and projects.
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
I like to work in Communications because it is such a positive experience, especially being able to write about topics in which I am interested, such as the Green Movement on campus. I also enjoy working with a group of such friendly people.
Marissa Willsey '09
Hometown: Baldwinsville, N.Y.
Majors: Arts and Education
Favorite DU Story: All!
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
It is an incredibly friendly atmosphere and I have gained so much knowledge by being able to work with many different people around campus. Everyday at the office is a new and exciting experience!
Artist, computer whiz, steady hands under pressure – it takes a lot of skills to be a top-notch photographer. Our students excel at the art and science of the photograph, bringing campus events and student activities to life. Take a look at some of their favorite photo shoots and how they feel about the office that keeps it all in focus.
Maya Bogdanow '11
Hometown: New York City, N.Y.
Major: International Relations
Favorite Photo Shoot: Astrid Hadad, because the colors and costumes were amazing.
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
What could be better than working as a photographer?
Yeasmine Khalique '11
Hometown: Jackson Heights Queens, N.Y.
Major: Environmental Studies and Studio Art
Favorite Photo Shoot: There are way too many good photos to pick a favorite but if I had to narrow it down I would say all the Dance photos Kevin Colton takes and the Sailing photographs.
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
I love working at communications because I get to learn from a professional photographer. Photography is one of my studio art concentrations and working here allows me to get better at this field. In addition this job allows me learn about HWS and keeps me updated on all the exciting things that are happening here. And everyone here is incredibly nice!
John Lawrence '12
Hometown: Pennington, N.J.
Major: Architectural Studies, Biology
Favorite Photo Shoot: The photo of snow geese flying under the moon in the March 9-13 set.
Why He Works in the Office of Communications:
I love catching great moments with my Nikon D90.
Andrew Markham '10
Hometown: Charlton, N.Y.
Major: Studio Art
Favorite Photo Shoot: "What I Did Last Summer" in Bartlett Theatre
Why He Works in the Office of Communications:
It gets me more involved on campus and keeps me aware of what a lot of the clubs and organizations are doing to make HWS and Geneva a better place.
Megan Rechin '11
Silver Creek, N.Y.
Major: Biology, English
Favorite Photo Shoot: Two people sitting on the dock on Valentine's Day
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
Because it is so fun and I can gain experience in photojournalism at the same time!
Lauren Wilsey '10
Hometown: Geneva, N.Y.
Major: English
Minor: Media and Society
Favorite Photo Shoot: Dublin's Day
Why She Works in the Office of Communications:
I love working here, not only because I get to do what I love, but because I get hands-on experience in real-life situations that I couldn't get in a classroom. The icing on the cake is getting to work with friendly and talented individuals, and there is never a shortage of fun and laughs.
