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Bylines and Beyond

Stories told, media explored, perspectives challenged—my portfolio of journalism and beyond.

Featured Stories

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Caffeine & Chaos

Chasing Dopamine as a Mom with ADHD

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Brand Package

Creating a Branding Package for

YouTube Influencers, LankyBox

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Media Analysis: Two Step Flow Theory

Demonstrating Two Step Flow Theory with Instagram's @nikitadumptruck

Pen-to-Page  Storytelling

Commonly Overlooked Questions to Ask Your Transfer School

Before caps and gowns are packed away and diplomas are put on display, most high school graduates are preparing to experience their first taste of independence as college freshmen. According to Colorado Public Radio, college is an experience that 60 percent of high school graduates commit to for many reasons, including a new social scene, engaging courses, and maybe even experiencing a new city or state. But what happens when your dream school is a nightmare? Where do you go after your associate’s degree is hung next to your diploma, but you’re still thirsty for knowledge?

Choosing a Charity That Aligns with Your Values

One of the greatest privileges in life is finding yourself in a position to give. Contributing our time or financial resources is a cornerstone of fostering not only our own well-being but also the well-being of our communities. . .

Three Steps to Help You Combat ADHD Paralysis

ADHD paralysis is on the brain when someone with ADHD is unable to start even high-priority tasks and projects. This mental paralysis makes even simple tasks nearly impossible for people living with neurodivergence.

Women of Color in the First Wave of Feminism

When discussing the First Wave of feminism, there are women whose names roll off the tongue: Susan B. Anthony, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, and Alice Paul. But what about Maria Guadalupe Evangeline de Lopéz, Tye Leung Schulze, or Zitkála-Šá?

Talking Shop and Survivor with Reality TV Journalist Mike Bloom

I sat down with Mike Bloom, entertainment journalist at Parade.com, and podcast host on award-winning reality TV podcast network Rob Has a Podcast. . .

Visual Storytelling

How to Make a Fruit Smoothie Collage

Photographer, Editor

As a mother, it is hard to get my child interested in cooking. I decided to try and get him excited about being in the kitchen by creating this visual recipe for his favorite fruit smoothie. Created using a combination original and copyright-free photos from Unsplash.com. Collaged and edited in Photoshop.

The Couch That
Grows with You

Writer, Storyboard, Producer, Director, Videographer, Editor

Conceptualized, filmed and edited in less than 72 hours, this commercial tells the story of how a woman meets her partner, and together, their family--and furniture needs-- begins to grow. This silent story is solely shown through emotional imagery.

Photographer, Editor

For 20 years, Longmont has hosted its annual nonprofit street fair, encouraging residents to learn about local nonprofit organizations and vote for their favorites to receive a grant from the Longmont Chamber of Commerce. These photos are from the event in October 2023.

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