Union St. Journal

2023-2024 Staff

Alex Gribb
Editor-in-Chief

Alex Gribb

Hi, I’m Alex Gribb. This is my third and final year at the USJ.  As the Editor-in-Chief, I hope to inform the Student Body, while also investigating hard-hitting stories. I love writing in all genres, except for news, and I...

Quinn Rudnick
Junior Editor-in-Chief & Sports Editor

Quinn Rudnick

Hello, my name is Quinn Rudnick, and I am a junior at CCHS - and this is my third year on staff at the USJ. This year, I am the Junior Editor-in-Chief and Sports Editor. I hold a strong passion for both journalism and photojo...

Peter Philpott
Managing Editor & Assistant News Editor

Peter Philpott

Hey there! My name's Peter, I'm a sophomore, and I'm the USJ's managing editor and assistant news editor. I believe that the first amendment is incredibly important, and as journalists we have the right and the duty to uph...

Katya Roudakov
A&E Editor & Design Manager

Katya Roudakov

Howdy! I’m Katya, a senior and third-year USJ member. I love writing, reading, space, and science, and I’m super excited to continue working with the USJ as A&E editor and Design Editor. When I’m not doing things for...

Amanda Castillo-Lopez
News Editor

Amanda Castillo-Lopez

Hi! My name is Amanda, and I’m a senior at Creek this year. As the News Editor for the USJ, I've reported on many different events in our community and global circumstances that affect us. I've become particularly connected w...

Izzy Krauss
Opinions Editor

Izzy Krauss

Hey! Im Izzy. I am a sophomore here at CCHS, and this will be my second year as staff on the USJ. I love news and opinions and if I'm not writing  you can catch me reading a new book, spending time with friends, or going ...

Jude Gorden
Features Editor

Jude Gorden

 Hi, I’m Jude Gorden and I’m a junior at Creek. This is my second year writing for the USJ, and this year I am the Features Editor. I like to write about current events or problems that affect communities I’m a par...

Nour Kreishan
Video Editor

Nour Kreishan

Hi! My name is Nour Kreishan and I am a junior at Creek. This is my second year at the USJ as well as my second year of being the Video Editor. I’ve always been passionate about writing and being highly opinionated, which is d...

Gillian Neale
Business Manager

Gillian Neale

 Hi! I’m Gillian Neale, the Business Manager for the USJ. I’m a junior at Creek, and this is my second year with the USJ. I love to write, but I also enjoy learning about business and marketing, especially when they can b...

Wryn Duepre
Chief Photographer

Wryn Duepre

Hi, my name is Wryn and I am a senior! I am the Chief Photographer for the USJ and this is my second year doing so! I love writing, reading, and taking pictures. I am a freelance photographer in my spare time and I love teach...

Angela Xu
Chief Artist

Angela Xu

Hello! I’m Angela and I’m a junior at Creek. This is my second year in the USJ, but first as the Chief Artist. Originally interested in journaling, I’ve found a comfortable balance between reporting and visual expre...

Andrei Machado
Assistant Sports Editor

Andrei Machado

 I’m Andrei, I am a freshman, and this is my first year at the USJ. I also play soccer for the school, and I’m mostly doing journalism because my brother did it.

Avery Hutchins
Assistant Sports Editor

Avery Hutchins

Hi, I’m Avery and I’m a junior at Creek. I’m the Assistant Sports Editor and this is my second year with the USJ. I’ve always had an interest in sports and enjoy writing about them. Outside of the USJ, I play baseb...

Nick BeDan
Assistant A&E Editor

Nick BeDan

Hey there, I’m Nick. I’m a sophomore at Creek and I am the Assistant A&E Editor. I hope to be able to help you with all stories, but my specialty is in music, books, and movies. Some fun facts about me are that I am a mu...

Anaiah Shahrukh
Assistant Features Editor

Anaiah Shahrukh

 Hi! I'm Anaiah and I'm a freshman. It's my first time doing journalism, and I'm super excited. I enjoy writing and photography so I thought this might be a fun opportunity to pursue those interests! Outside of school I mainly just...

Sophia Hady
Assistant Opinions Editor

Sophia Hady

 Hi, my name is Sophia, I'm a freshman and this is my first year in the USJ. I joined journalism because it's a great opportunity to hear people's stories, as well as being able to have more freedom over my writing. Outside of sch...

Gabby Schrock
Assistant Opinions Editor

Gabby Schrock

Hi, my name is Gabby Schrock and I am a junior! This is my second year in the USJ and I am the assistant opinions editor. I love to write, but even more so, read. Outside of school, if I’m not reading, I am cheering. I’...

Briana Flores
Assistant Photographer

Briana Flores

Hello, My name is Briana Flores I'm a junior currently at Cherry Creek High School and this is my first year in USJ here at this school. I really enjoy playing volleyball as I'm currently in a league outside of school. I also enjoy...

Aram Bazarian
Assistant Managing Editor

Aram Bazarian

Heyo. I'm Aram, Assistant Managing Editor, and this is my second year on the USJ staff. I began journalism with intense trepidation but throughout the year I developed a deep affection for it. I love reading, writing, mu...

Jonathan Lee
Assistant Video Editor

Jonathan Lee

Howdy! My name’s Jonathan Lee and I am a senior. This is my second year in the Union Street Journal, and my first year as Assistant Video Editor. I’ve always enjoyed writing, but also love to create videos that I and oth...

Jayna Baker
Staff Writer

Jayna Baker

Hi, I'm Jayna Baker, and I'm a junior at Creek. I'm new to the USJ, but I joined because I have a passion for writing and would love to be part of a writing community. Outside of school, I love spending time outside, working ...

Claire Hansen
Staff Writer

Claire Hansen

Hi, I’m Claire, this is my first year at USJ and I am a freshman. I am really excited to be doing journalism, for the opportunities that I will get from it and the connections that I will get with the school.

Madalyn Hoop
Staff Writer

Madalyn Hoop

Hi, I'm Madalyn, I am a freshman and this is my first year being part of the USJ staff. I love to read all kinds of books. I am a swimmer and wish to do something with that in my future. I also want to do something with writing...

Serenity Hurtado
Staff Writer

Serenity Hurtado

Hello, My name is Serenity. I’m a sophomore and this is my first year with USJ. I love to write because it shows the different perspectives and can create a deep meaning. I really enjoy theater, science, animals, biking and...

Alisa Kovaleva
Staff Writer

Alisa Kovaleva

Hi! My name is Alisa Kovaleva, and I'm a junior. This is my first year with the USJ and I am super excited to learn new skills with the team! I joined journalism because I've always loved photography, but I also wanted to put a grea...

Maya Marino
Staff Writer

Maya Marino

Hi, I'm Maya Marino. I am a freshman and this is my first year with USJ. Outside of school I enjoy weightlifting and reading. I chose journalism because I enjoy writing.

Rue Minar
Staff Writer

Rue Minar

 I’m Rue and I'm a freshman. I love nature and track. Sadly I could not do cross country because it was too late for me to join. I also love horror movies and animals, but not bugs. I joined journalism because I want to in...

Maggie Murphey
Staff Writer

Maggie Murphey

 Hi! My name is Maggie but my friends call me Mae! I'm a sophomore. I enjoy reading and writing and I joined Journalism to possibly learn a new style of writing and take a step outside my comfort zone. I think it is important t...

Lina Rakhmanova
Staff Writer

Lina Rakhmanova

Hello! My name is Lina Rakhmanova and I'm a sophomore. This is my first year being a part of the USJ. Outside of school, I make art and I'm currently learning how to make animations. I was interested in journalism because it's...

Kellen Ringland
Staff Writer

Kellen Ringland

I am Kellen Ringland, I am a sophomore at CCHS and this is my first year as a part of the USJ. I was actually recommended to join the USJ during my freshman year because of my strengths in  writing and being passionate about list...

Ava Segale
Staff Writer

Ava Segale

Hi, my name is Ava Segale and I’m a senior at Creek. This is my first year in the USJ and I love to write, spend time with my family and friends, and ski.

Seth Fine
Advisor

Seth Fine

Mr. Fine period.

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