2015-2016 Staff
Kristen Miller
My name is Kristen Miller and I’m a sophomore staff writer for the online newspaper at State High. When I’m not at school or sleeping, you might find me hanging out with friends, playing soccer, or spending time outdoors. I ...
Hanna Yu
I’m Hanna, a junior here. I’m an Asian Québécoise, yet you’ll find my English fluent enough (to indoctrinate you with my ideas). My hobbies include listening to music, playing piano, and reading articles. In an inabili...
Katie Ache
Hi my name is Katie Ache. I was born right here in State College. I have one older brother named Owen, who is in 10th grade. I also have two cats, named Kima and Trey. My favorite sport is soccer, and I’ve been playing my whol...
Grace McDonough
Hi, my name is Gracie McDonough. I’m a sophomore at State High and I’ve lived in State College my whole entire life. In my free time, I play soccer, write, and hang out with my friends. I joined journalism this year because I ...
Hannah Oleynik
Hi, my name is Hannah Oleynik. I am junior in Journalism 2. I was born in Maryland, and when I was ten I moved to State College. I have two younger brothers, one in 9th grade, and one in 7th. My favorite family member is ...
Thomas Bucha
Word up homez, this is yo boi T. Imma spit some ‘bout myself. Off the street you’ll find me in the lab putting in work. Check out my newest fire “Tom Bucha’s highlite tape” on hudl. On the street you’ll find me wit...
Addie Orndorff
Hey I’m Addie, a Journ 1 staff member. I’m a sophomore who loves writing and art. I decided to take journalism because I’ve always had a fascination for the school’s yearbook and WSCH. This class was a great chance for...
Angel Zheng
‘Sup. I’m Angel but you probably know me as that-one-really-weird-Asian-sophomore. I guess I am a pretty generic high school student -- I like to listen to music, hang out with my friends, and I have a strong opinion abo...
Gillian O’Neill
Hi, my name is Gillian O’Neill. I was born in Providence, Rhode Island but my family moved to State College shortly after I was born. I have two older brothers Michael and Evan. They are both in College at Penn State right now....
Hannah Nelson
My name is Hannah Nelson and I am Co-Editor-in-Chief of The Lions’ Digest. I have been in the Journalism program here at State High for three years. I am a fashionista, cupcake enthusiast, feminist, cat lover, coffee drinker, and ...
Abby Fortin
My name is Abby Fortin and I’m a senior this year (yayyyy!). I've been a part of Lions' Digest all four of my years at State High and have loved it. My job here consists mostly of writing fashion and people-related articles,...
Helena Haynes
Hi, my name is Helena and I am very happy to be a part of journalism this year. Writing and taking pictures have always been things that I enjoy doing so working on the yearbook and the newspaper is very fun for me. Outside of ...
David Wagner
My name is David Wagner. I participate in journalism because I think it is important to give students a voice and express student opinion. This class has given me an opportunity to reach out to my peers and bring information ...
Conor Camazine
My name is Conor Camazine and I have been a part of the journalism program for the past four years. While working in journalism, I have had the pleasure of doing a variety of things, such as covering various sporting events and wri...
