The 2018-2019 school year has just begun, and with it comes a new Scribendi team. Hear a bit about each staffer below, including their major and minor, why they wanted to be part of Scribendi, and how they will contribute to the team during the inevitable gnome apocalypse.
Alyssa Aragon – Editor in Chief
Majoring in Journalism & Mass Communication with a concentration in Strategic Communication, Minoring in Management and Honors
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I did a lot of graphic design before Scribendi, so that was my initial interest my first year. The second time around as an editor, I wanted to have a bigger part in the publication process after falling in love with it!”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Will use skills of collaboration and camaraderie to befriend the gnomes and create peace.
Hyunju “Juju” Blemel – Managing Editor
Majoring in Liberal Arts
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I took a drawing class with Amaris and she suggested applying.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Has insider-gnome-knowledge from Dungeons and Dragons. Will devise plans to counteract the gnome hoards.
Bella Davis
Majoring in Journalism and Minoring in Honors
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I want to write professionally, so I was interested to explore what I would call the other side of the process, which is publishing. Also, the idea of getting to be part of a team that’s going to create a professional magazine while we’re still undergrads was and is super exciting.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Acts as “the mom friend,” will support and encourage the team to victory!
Jeanette DeDios
Majoring in English and Strategic Communication, Minoring in Honors
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I wanted to be in Scribendi because I wanted to be a part of a group that had one clear goal: to publish what needs to be seen.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Will risk her life at the front lines ‘so that future generations will know a world less overpopulated with lawn decorations.
Heather Hay
Majoring in General Management
Why be part of Scribendi?
“To learn how a magazine is made.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Will use collaborative strategies to negotiate an alliance with the gnomes.
Bettyjane Hoover
Majoring in Art History and Japanese
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I decided I wanted be part of Scribendi on a whim. One of my honor’s teachers recommended I apply and it seemed like a good opportunity to gain technical skills and experience, so I was like sure why not.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Practiced and fearsome gnome fighter, will launch gnomes into space with a single kick. Her warning to gnomes everywhere: “Bring it on you small, bearded, hat-wearing dudes.”
Faith Montano
Majoring in Communication and Marketing, Minoring in Honors and Sociology
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I was really interested in the process of designing the magazine, from the actual digital artistry to the selection and arrangement of pieces.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Strong sense of optimism and capable of “swift but powerful kicks delivered directly to the gnomes’ faces.”
Tirzah Reeves
Majoring in English Studies, Minoring in Honors and Spanish
Why be part of Scribendi?
“For the longest time, I have wanted the professional experience of working on a magazine that Scribendi offers. I love getting to understand the processes that go on behind the scenes of producing a literary magazine that hundreds of people will read.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Will provide first-aid kit and sledgehammers.
Donald Roberts
Majoring in Architecture
Why be part of Scribendi?
“To learn about graphic design and to be part of a creative team.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Fearless and knowledgeable; has seen Sherlock Gnomes AND Gnomeo and Juliet.
Lily Taichert
Majoring in Biochemistry, Minoring in Honors Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I edited a (much smaller) literary magazine in high school. I loved the sense of community and creativity there! I wanted to find that again at UNM this semester. It’s also good for me to have one non-science class to avoid complete biochem burn out.”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Trained as a first-responder, will use Pre-Pharmacy skills to act on the front line as a medic.
Josh Tise
Majoring in English, Minoring in Communication and Honors
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I wanted to be able to help artistic communities to grow and expand — literature and art magazines have been an essential part of the distribution of creative works for decades, and I think they still have a place in the modern world! They feel particularly democratic in a world where it can seem harder and harder to fit into a creative “market,” especially as a beginner. I think Scribendi is the type of magazine that is essential in nurturing and inspiring artists to push through this and find their audience!”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Intimidating among gnomes, will perform “‘Mad Max’ style car tricks to help out,” and is efficient at avoiding apocalypse-induced love triangles.
Ally Wiesel
Majoring in Biology, Minoring in Chemistry and Honors
Why be part of Scribendi?
“I’ve always been interested in graphic design and creative fiction. Throughout High School, I participated in literature magazines (somewhat similar to this one) and writing/poetry competitions and such. When my honors professor recommended that I join, I figured, why not? Honestly, I didn’t think I’d get in, but I’m really glad I did and am very excited to be a part of something as incredible as Scribendi!”
Gnome Apocalypse Team Attribute:
Trained occult detective, can pick locks, and can make an impressive 6-ingredient gnome torte.