SNB members are empowered to explore skill development in areas beyond news writing, a practice which results in a fresh and engaging range of digital content. With UCM’s resources and mentors in their corner, the students can dig into assignments and uncover the unique elements that bring their OHIO stories to life.
Student News Bureau
Bobcat Storytellers
Introducing the Student News Bureau (SNB), a team of talented OHIO students tasked with creating dynamic, engaging content about the University community. With a special focus on storytelling about the unparallelled Bobcat student experience, the SNB is made up of undergraduate and graduate students with a wide range of academic interests and specialties. Working with leaders and subject matter experts on the award-winning staff of University Communications and Marketing, the SNB team turns out professional-caliber work for distribution on OHIO News and across the University’s digital platforms.
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Student News Bureau digital specialists produce this topical podcast featuring interviews with OHIO faculty members.
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Meet the Bureau
Megan Doyle
Megan Doyle
Megan Doyle is a second-year undergraduate student from Dayton, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, majoring in communication studies and minoring in marketing. Megan joined the Student News Bureau because she loves the art of storytelling and wants to hone her skills in the world of journalism. She is excited to learn from her peers, build her portfolio and create experiences that will help her in her future career.
Lydia Emerine
Lydia Emerine
Lydia Emerine is a third-year undergraduate student at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ. Her hometown is Chardon, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, and her major is Journalism with a focus on Strategic Communications. Lydia joined the Student News Bureau because she believes everyone has a story that is worth telling and wants to gain experience in the professional world of journalism. She believes the Student News Bureau will give her a chance to collaborate and learn from colleagues that attend ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ and professionals that can be learned from.
Alex Karan
Alex Karan
Alex Karan is a second-year undergraduate student from Chicago, IL, studying music production in the Scripps College of Communication. He is a passionate producer who enjoys recording, editing and creating all types of creative media, but currently focuses on audio production for music and podcasts. He enjoys creating content based around music industry happenings and general history that informs the listener and tells engaging stories.
Alex joined the Student News Bureau to gain production experience outside of the music industry and to contribute to the stories being shared with the community. He enjoys being a part of the supportive Student News Bureau community and looks forward to developing his own skills in audio production while leaving a lasting impression on storytelling in the Athens community.
Chance Reed
Chance Reed
From Pickerington, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, Chance Reed is a third year communication studies major with a philosophy minor and writing certificate. They bring experience in podcasting, collaborative storytelling, and creative project work. Chance is eager to contribute to the Student News Bureau and spotlight the voices, achievements, and everyday moments that make OHIO’s community unique.
Sage Spirk
Sage Spirk
Sage Spirk is a third-year undergraduate student from Dayton, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, studying journalism at the E.W. Scripps School of Journalism with a minor in Spanish and African American studies. She is looking forward to connecting with fellow journalists in the Student News Bureau while highlighting OHIO success stories. Additionally, Sage serves as the Editorial Director for the All-Campus Radio Network, where she practices music journalism. Sage is excited to build a diverse portfolio this year.
Clara Smith
Clara Smith
Clara Smith is a fourth-year undergraduate student from Dayton, OH, studying English- Literature, Culture & Writing in the College of Arts, and Sciences. She is looking forward to joining the Student News Bureau while gaining a professional writing and editing experience. Clara is passionate about sharing stories from student and faculty voices. She particularly enjoys writing about student activities and the positive experience they are having at ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ.
Emma Stevenson
Emma Stevenson
Emma Stevenson is a second-year undergraduate student majoring in photojournalism in the School of Visual Communication in the Scripps College of Communication. She is a photographer from Hilliard, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ.
Emma wanted to be in the Student News Bureau because she is passionate about news photography and following a story. It will also help her learn from her peers and grow a great portfolio.
She likes to create images from venues with local bands, or even bigger bands. Emma also likes to create images about breaking news happening at the moment. Once she starts at the Student News Bureau, Emma wants to form better writing skills and learn more about the inner workings of a news environment.
Avery St. George
Avery St. George
Avery St. George is a fourth-year undergraduate student from Cleveland, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ, studying journalism at the Scripps College of Communication. She is excited about joining the Student News Bureau because of her interest in writing and storytelling. She looks forward to learning more about the ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ network and highlighting the accomplishments and experiences of the community.
Emma Stevenson is a second-year undergraduate student majoring in photojournalism in the School of Visual Communication in the Scripps College of Communication. She is a photographer from Hilliard, ºìÐÓÊÓÆµ.
Emma wanted to be in the Student News Bureau because she is passionate about news photography and following a story. It will also help her learn from her peers and grow a great portfolio.
She likes to create images from venues with local bands, or even bigger bands. Emma also likes to create images about breaking news happening at the moment. Once she starts at the Student News Bureau, Emma wants to form better writing skills and learn more about the inner workings of a news environment.
Featured Stories
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Protecting The Green for the Greater GoodOHIO students apply wildlife management research, building structures that protect vegetation from overgrazing by deer.
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Finding Your Confidence in a New WorldIsabellia Moyers-Chavez, a student studying journalism strategic communication, shares a candid conversation with Scott Titsworth, dean of the Scripps College of Communication, about their shared experience as first-generation scholars.
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Preparing for Success in Sales and BeyondIn a world where everyone’s selling something, it pays to be the best. At OHIO’s Ralph and Luci Schey Sales Centre, students aren’t just learning sales; they’re mastering the art of making connections, closing deals and building careers that last.
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Interested in Joining the Student News Bureau?
If you have questions about the Student News Bureau or you would like to learn more about joining, contact Sarah Logue, director of the OHIO Student News Bureau.