Samantha Bakall
Editor in Chief
I'm a junior in news-editorial journalism and Italian with a passion for cooking, baking and anything edible. I love to write about food and I love going out to eat (especially in my hometown, Chicago), and I aspire to write for a food publication in the future.
Nick Martin
Managing Editor
HEY! It's buzz Managing Editor Nick Martin. He's been working at buzz for a while and worn many hats--all of those hats were floppy. Now, he manages the community editorial section on the back of the magazine, writes what he fancies, and makes sure people put stuff on computers. If you want to write an editorial, email: buzz@illinimedia.com with subject, "I want to write an editorial!" If you're over the age of 18, follow Nick on his very offensive, NSFW Twitter, @ihatenickmartin
Drew Hatcher
Copy Chief
Zach Dalzell
Photo and Image Editor
I am a Junior currently studying History. I want to be a photographer after I graduate. Also, I love the show Community!
Evan Lyman
Music Editor
Jessica Bourque
Arts and Entertainment Editor
Hey folks! I'm Jessica, a junior in news-editorial journalism. When I'm not slaving away on a story, you can find me thrifting for vintage clothes, reading some classic lit or going for a run. Follow me on Twitter at @JessiBourque !
Thomas Thoren
Community Editor
Hi, my name is Tom Thoren, and I'm the CommunityEditor. I ask the questions that make you uncomfortable and tell 24,000 people your answers.
Jasmine Lee
Food & Drink Editor
Joyce Famakinwa
My name is Joyce. I am a pop culture junkie, fashion geek and feminist fan girl.
Dan Durley
Hey reader! My name is Dan Durley. I am a sophomore studying business. I like to write. I like music. I write about music. I also play music, but I feel awkward posting my band name in my personal bio. Stalk me on Facebook to find out, or whatever.
Andrea Baumgartner
I'm a sophomore news-ed major. This is my first year at buzz as an Arts & Entertainment writer. I'm part of the varsity swim team. I want to write for a magazine after I graduate, particularly National Geographic, and I can't wait to travel the world!
Emma Cullen
Jordan Ramos
Assistant Food & Drink Editor
Jordan is a junior in news-editorial journalism and aspires to write for an MLB team upon graduation. Besides baseball, her interests include scouring used book stores for good reads, singing loudly to Jimmy Eat World and visiting her favorite city of Chicago as often as she can. Talk to her about the Cubs and you will become her new best friend.
Jamila Tyler
Kayla Friedman
Online Intern
My name is Kayla and I will be graduating in May, 2012. I am studying advertising and have two minors in communication and art education. This year, I started working as an online intern for buzz and I'm lovin' it!
Meghan Yearta
Online Intern - Copy Editing
I'm in love with the seahorses. And I like seashells. I like seashell things. In reality, I love writing, people, salt and laughing at my own jokes. I'm a sophomore in news-ed journalism, also.
