Alexia is in her final year of the Master of Journalism program. She interned with CBC Podcasts and graduated from the MIT program at Western University. Her work has been published in the Toronto Star, and currently works in a creative marketing role. When she’s not writing or working, she loves baking, crafting and spending time with her boxer.
Aloysius Wong is a multimedia journalist who is passionate about telling stories that build empathy and solidarity between people and communities of diverse backgrounds. He has previously worked as an associate producer for As It Happens, photojournalist and community producer for The Green Line, and contributor for CityNews, America Magazine, and J-Source. He can often be found looking up tech issues on online forums and watching bloated video essays on YouTube.
Andrew is in his final year of the Master of Journalism program. As a former film school student, he has a deep passion for arts journalism. He has been published in Exclaim!, Today’s Parent, and his own Substack, The Ferryman. Outside of reporting, Andrew can be found breaking down shot compositions on his Letterboxd.
Angel is a fashion stylist in her final year of her Bachelor of Journalism, focusing on arts, fashion and culture. She’s launched the first issue of WDYM WHACK, a fashion magazine that aims to show fashion in cities worldwide. Driven by the desire to bring the stories of the Black diaspora to the forefront of fashion and journalism, her writing has been featured in T-Dot, CanCulture, FORM and more. When she’s not writing or playing with clothes, you can find her dreaming big, with a bag of Kinder Buenos by her side.
Anthony Milton is a Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. Before entering journalism, he worked as a consultant in the electricity and climate space. He’s interested in longform writing and data journalism, about culture and politics. You can find his words in Toronto Life magazine, and his tweets at @C_AnthonyMilton.
Asha Swann is a multimedia journalist based in Toronto who writes about identity, climate change and culture. Her work has been featured in Xtra, The Nature Conservancy of Canada, STYLE Canada, Indie88, NUVO Magazine, Brightly and more. When she isn’t writing, she’s listening to ‘90s music and drinking coffee. You can read more of her work at ashaswann.com.
Carly Penrose is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is from Halifax, Nova Scotia and did her undergraduate degree in psychology at Mount Allison University in New Brunswick. Carly likes to understand how and why people think and act the way they do. She has bylines in the National Post, and THIS Magazine, and currently works with Pagemasters North America. She loves animals, comedy and long walks with podcasts.
Charlotte is not from Toronto but now calls it home. With a background in multimedia, journalism is a new passion for her. She has worked independently for The Otter, The Eyeopener and interned at The Investigative Journalism Bureau, with her main journalistic interests being protest coverage, investigative journalism and media criticism. If she is not answering your calls, her phone is either dead or in her pocket while she rides her bike.
Chloe is in her final year of the Master of Journalism program and works on the Review’s senior editorial team. She is interested in audio-based journalism and stories that prioritize underrepresented voices. She’s interned at The Big Story Podcast and CBC’s Day 6.
Christin El-kholy is a journalist from Scarborough by way of Cairo who is interested in reporting on urban and social issues across borders and finding ways to help reclaim space for those who have been oppressed through policy choices and discourses of racial inferiority. She is currently a multimedia producer at New Lines magazine and obtaining a Master of Journalism at Toronto Metropolitan University. When Christin is not embarking on a dérive (probably in pursuit of a donut), you can find her praising the public library system. Follow Christin on Twitter @Chrysographer.
Christina Apa is a fourth-year journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is passionate about women’s issues, arts and culture, and technology journalism. She is currently an editorial intern at Postcall. When she’s not writing you can find her crocheting something she’ll never wear.
Daysha Loppie is a fourth year undergraduate student in the journalism program at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her work has been published by the Toronto Star, West End Phoenix, ByBlacks and The Local. She’s interested in long-form feature writing and primarily covers Black communities, social justice, business, arts and culture.
Domenic is an MJ student at TMU. He has contributed to The Economist and Sportsnet – mending his passion for International and Sports journalism. His interest and experience in the topic of Transitional Justice and truth throughout the Global South has crafted his global outlook about different cultures, and has fuelled his desire to tell compelling stories from around the world.
Emily Clare Elliott is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She completed her undergraduate degree in Global Development Studies at Queen’s University in Kingston, Ontario. For her professional internship, she worked at Kingstonist News and had an incredible time reporting on and connecting with her community. She is currently the Chief Copy Editor for The Otter. As well as Taylor Swift, she also loves her cats, who have a TikTok page you can follow @skunklovesham. You can also follow her personal social media @eemily74 on Instagram.
Emily is in her final year of her Bachelor of Journalism at TMU, fulfilling a minor in Politics and Governance. She has written for the student magazine CanCulture and finds interest in stories about local and international politics, as well as social and environmental issues. Outside of her reporting, she spends most of her time playing soccer, reading just about anything she can find and spending time with her family.
Evan is completing his final year in the Bachelor of Journalism program at TMU and is passionate about writing pieces relating to education, mental health, and navigating the trials of adolescence. He also volunteers at Met Radio’s “Movie Mixtape” team where he gets to express his love for the world of film. When he’s not writing though, you can always find him sketching away, creating miniature crafts, or filming/editing videos.
Guia is a fourth-year journalism undergraduate at TMU pursuing a minor in fashion. She has contributed to fashion magazines in Canada, such as Fashion Studio Magazine, Liminul Magazine, and Look Magazine. Her writing focuses on the absence or rise of diversity, inclusivity, and sustainability in fashion. Outside of writing, she loves altering and upcycling her thrifted pieces and enjoying classic old movies with her loved ones.
Hannah Mercanti is a fourth-year undergraduate arts and culture journalist based in Toronto. They are the host of All My Books on Met Radio and the Literary Editor at CanCulture Magazine. When they aren’t writing, you can find them drinking coffee and reading Margaret Atwood books.
Helin Turk is a fourth-year journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is from Türkiye and is interested in learning languages and international and investigative stories. She speaks Turkish, English, and Spanish. She loves traveling, outdoor activities, and dancing. She interned at Gazete Oksijen, Istanbul, and Maclean’s “They Were Loved” obituary project.
Hyeji Yoon is a fourth-year undergraduate journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. As a writer, she exhibits a lot of flexibility in the topics she is passionate about—which can range from as broad a scope as international human rights to as small-scale as her neighbourhood’s annual bake sale. She hopes to expand her limits even further by developing a skillset suited to tackle the ever-growing newssphere in the digital world. You can often catch her during short breaks poring over books on her phone because she doesn’t want the physical copies getting dirty.
Iman is a fourth-year journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is a writer who has a deep interest in stories from the Global South. In her free time, she enjoys reading and watching movies. She loves to explore new stories and understand different perspectives.
Jay is in his final year of TMU’s Bachelor of Journalism program. He has worked at Ricochet Media and The Eyeopener, and occasionally dabbles in film critique for Met Radio. Passionate about journalism with a focus on social justice, he believes strong reporting has the power to upend the status quo. Jay spends his off hours running campaigns for the campus Trans Collective, (still) figuring out how to use Photoshop, and waiting for the next Luca Guadagnino movie to come out.
As a soon-to-be graduate of the Bachelor of Journalism program at TMU, Jin has recognized her deep respect for structure and storytelling—and an equally deep need to question everything. Obsessed with dissecting the scaffolding ideas that hold the world together, she thrives on uncovering the “why’s.” When she’s not doing freelance work in web design, branding, or editing, you can find her in video essay rabbit holes on topics she didn’t know she cared about—or cooking
Julia Tramontin is a fourth-year journalism undergraduate at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is passionate about women’s issues and mental health, firmly believing that storytelling can be transformative. Her writing has been featured in publications like Her Campus. When she’s not editing, she can be found reading or hanging out with her dogs.
Lauryn Kovacs is a fourth-year undergraduate journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her interests include singing, songwriting and making illustrations. When she is not writing she is napping whenever possible.
Leonor is completing her Bachelor of Journalism with a minor in English at TMU. She has hosted and produced multiple podcast episodes for JRN Radio’s We Met U When… podcast, where she fell in love with audio. With a passion for everything creative, she enjoys painting/sketching, writing articles for GenZHer, a digital magazine focused on creating a space for young women online, and shooting and editing short films in her free time. Her real passion though, is playing the Sims4 while drinking a hot cup of tea!
Leslie Sinclair is a Toronto-based journalist whose primary beats are subculture, the public realm and religion. Passionate about solutions journalism and restorative narrative, Leslie likes to explore themes of identity, social and political action, and everyday life. Her work has appeared in outlets such as Broadview, West End Phoenix, Philanthropist Journal, Spacing and the Globe & Mail. Outside of journalism, you can find her writing memoir or pursuing arts and crafts.
Lidia is a second-year MJ student. She has interned at TVO, producing weekly segments for The Agenda with Steve Paikin. She is the Copy Editor for The Otter. She has a keen interest in unraveling socio-economic and systemic issues, and bringing a voice to those often underrepresented.
Livia is in her final year of the Master of Journalism program and works on the Review’s senior editorial team. She is an associate producer at CBC Radio and has freelanced as a science writer. Livia is interested in art, science, current affairs, and stories that take a big perspective on the long, ongoing journey of humanity. When she’s not working, she loves listening to music, visiting art galleries, and spending time in nature.
Lyle is in his final year of his Bachelor of Journalism. With a passion for sports and mental health, he has written about the perils involved with fandom in the past. He is currently interning at Scythia Films, doing script coverage and helping them make great stories come to life. When he’s not working, Lyle enjoys spending time with friends/family, travelling and watching movies.
Maddy Mahoney is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is a freelance journalist whose work can be found at Xtra Magazine, Toronto Life, CBC Arts, and others. She was formerly an Editorial Intern at Maisonneuve magazine and the Web Editor for CJRU 1280AM. She’s interested in long-form features, queer storytelling, subcultures, and weird internet trends.
Madeline Liao is a fourth-year journalism undergraduate student. She is also an online editor at The Eyeopener. She is passionate about visual design and telling stories about art, culture and identity.
Mariana Schuetze is a fourth-year undergraduate journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She is the Editor-in-Chief of CanCulture Magazine and works at TMU’s radio station, Met Radio as the Collective Coordinator – so she spends most of her time looking over other people’s work and replying to emails. In her work, she loves to talk about arts, culture and their importance to society.
Marina is in her final year of the Master of Journalism program, overseeing The Review’s production schedule and ensuring all teams are on track to meet their goals. She is an editorial writer and photographer through her business, Marina Black Media, and co-produced for The Agenda with Steve Paikin during her internship at TVO. When she’s not walking her beat, she’s curled up with a book and her cat, Felix.
Mark Henick is the bestselling author of So-Called Normal: A Memoir of Family, Depression and Resilience (HarperCollins, 2021). His hundreds of television appearances have included CTV, Global, CBC, ABC, NBC and CBS. His bylines have included CNN, CNBC, USA Today, and The Chicago Tribune, among many more. PEOPLE Magazine called Mark “one of Canada’s most prominent mental health advocates.” He is currently the nationally syndicated mental health columnist for CBC Radio, appearing on more than two dozen stations across Canada each week.
Matthew is in his final year of the Master of Journalism program. He has written stories for The National Post, Spacing, CanCulture, and more. He is interested in writing stories about social justice, art, and culture.
Maya is in her fourth year of TMU’s Bachelor of Journalism program, pursuing a double minor in English and history in preparation for teachers college. Maya has published work with the Unaffiliated Press, where she discovered a passion for the editorial side of journalism. As an aspiring English teacher and self-proclaimed grammar nerd, Maya is excited to take on the challenges of Copy Edit Chief. In the rare moments when you find Maya without her eyes glued to a page, you can often find her scribbling down ideas for a book, guzzling espresso, or coaching youth soccer.
Megan Camlasaran is a fourth-year undergraduate journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She has worked as a freelance reporter for The Bridge News, a local Toronto newspaper, was a writer for a start-up magazine Posséder and is currently an intern with Lead Podcasting. She is passionate about building community understanding through written and audio works that centre on diversity and mental health issues. You can also always find her outside on a sunny day, probably hiking, reading or searching for a new plant to bring home.
Neda Madany is in her final year of the Bachelor of Journalism program at TMU, where she is also completing a minor in Fashion Studies. Interested in fashion and art storytelling, Neda is currently Co-Director of Podcasts at StyleCircle and a writer for HUES and Her Campus in Toronto.
Neesa is finishing her Bachelor of Journalism program with editorial work at The Review of Journalism. She takes great pleasure in editing, culture, learning all things tech, feature writing, web design, music, and poetry. If she isn’t jamming to something, analyzing something, cooking something, or brainstorming about something – she’s writing.
Owen is in the final year of his Bachelor of Journalism. He has previously written album reviews for Met Radio and is a social media coordinator for Oliver and Bonacini Hospitality. Interested in the business side of the masthead, he is looking forward to the challenges that come with stirring up engagement as well as revenue for The Review of Journalism. Outside of this, he works as a waiter and enjoys watching sports, hiking and playing soccer.
Prarthana is a second-year Master of Journalism student at TMU. She’s an assistant reporter at the Investigative Journalism Bureau and a producer for Beyond the U podcast series at Toronto Met Radio. She additionally has work published in Maclean’s, Broadview, and other publications. She is passionate about sharing socio-political stories about displaced and vulnerable communities on a global scale.
Quinnlyn is a fourth-year undergraduate journalism student. They have fact-checked for The Otter and are a copy editor for HUES magazine with a passion for reporting on arts and culture as well as social justice issues. When they’re not writing or editing you can find them spending time in nature or silversmithing.
Rachel DeGasperis is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She has worked as an associate producer at CBC’s Cross Country Checkup, and helps produce On the Frontlines of Democracy, an upcoming TMU podcast. She is also the co-editor of The Otter and the research assistant for TMU’s Journalism Research Centre. Previously, she has interned at The Big Story. She loves anything and everything produced by Alice Munro, Nina Simone, and Mary Pratt.
Reema Najjar is a final-year undergraduate journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She has a niche within arts and culture journalism, as she enjoys capturing local concerts, runways, and event photography. As a queer Palestinian photojournalist, she’s interested in covering stories that centre around communities with minimal mainstream media representation. When she’s not on the hunt for her next shoot, she could be found lounging with her cat Charlie or seen frantically researching her next special interest.
Rougine is completing her final year of TMU’s Bachelor of Journalism program and pursuing a minor in Philosophy. She has written for BeatRoute Magazine and is interested in music, culture, and daily happenings. Outside of reporting, Rougine can be found watching movies, spending time with family and her dog, and always looking for her next travel destination.
Sahaana Ranganathan is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She’s produced segments for TVO’s the Agenda with Steve Paikin, does research for the Investigative Journalism Bureau and is the Art Director for The Otter. She’s passionate about combining arts, culture with social justice.
Saman is in her final year of the Master of Journalism program. She is a research assistant at TMU’s Journalism Research Centre, founder and producer of a Met Radio show, and Digital Editor & Social Media coordinator for The Otter. She has a background in communications and an interest in promoting media literacy.
Sandra is in her fourth year of her Bachelor of Journalism at TMU, along with a minor in English. She contributed infographics to HerCampus local TMU coverage. She hopes to work in the Sports Journalism field after graduating. Outside of reporting, Sandra can be found gaming on Twitch.
Shaki Sutharsan is a Tamil-Canadian journalist and writer currently completing her studies at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU). Along with working with the Review of Journalism as co-Head of Research, she is an online editor for TMU’s independent student newspaper The Eyeopener. She previously worked with CBC News and Toronto-based hyperlocal news outlet The Green Line. Follow her on X @shakisuth.
Silas Le Blanc is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. She has previously worked as the Sports Editor and Managing Online Editor at The Varsity, and as an intern at Xtra, and at The Logic. She is currently the news coordinator at CJRU 1280AM, and does production for CBC’s Cross Country Checkup. In her spare time she listens to SOPHIE, Charli XCX, and Bladee.
Sophia de Guzman is a fourth-year journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University, but she has roots in California and British Columbia. Sophia hopes to approach her interests in business, technology, and labour with a social justice lens. Sophia currently works at the CJRU as a show coordinator and producer, alongside interning at Ricochet Media. In her off time, she likes to hang out with her dog and is an avid NPR enthusiast.
Stephanie Beattie is a fourth-year journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her journalistic passions include arts and culture, society and humanity. When Stephanie is not reporting, she is painting landscapes.
Stephanie is in her fourth-year of TMU’s undergraduate journalism program and has an immense love for long-form magazine stories! She’s also the features editor for TMU’s independent student newspaper, The Eyeopener, and the co-editor-in-chief of New Wave Magazine. She’s immensely grateful for the opportunity to be part of the Review’s 2022-23 masthead and is excited to continue working in the journalism and magazine industry after she graduates!
Tajae is a part-time journalism student in their final year of study. They are most passionate about local news, as well as arts and culture multimedia pieces. Tajae has contributions in Met Radio and The Eyeopener. They also love to create and perform musical pieces.
Tim Cooke is a second-year Master of Journalism student at Toronto Metropolitan University. He did his bachelor’s in History and Classics at the University of Toronto. He loves journalism that explores the historical background of current affairs. Last summer, he interned at documentary film production company Primitive Entertainment, working as a production intern on TVO Original Viral News and helping to research a forthcoming project. He hopes to work in documentary film and audio.
In his final year of the Master of Journalism program, Trent is always on the lookout for new challenges and his next adventure. After working for several years in advertising and publishing, he followed his passion and transitioned to journalism. Also acting as a Features Editor at The Otter, Trent uses the power of narrative to make large, complex issues like mental health more accessible, providing a human element that facilitates intimate connections. When he’s not working, he’s travelling, exploring the outdoors, reading anything he can get his hands on, and learning about a world which never ceases to fascinate and inspire him.
Vanessa Skiffington is in her fourth year of journalism and fulfilling two minors in fashion and communication design at Toronto Metropolitan University. She enjoys writing stories pertaining to fashion and exploring the aesthetics of visuals. After living in London, England and traveling Europe, Vanessa is inspired to further seek her career in these fields after her experiences abroad.
