Student Reporters

College Fix contributor Abigail Nichols is a graduate student at the University of North Florida, pursuing a master’s degree in social work. She previously worked for The Federalist while interning in D.C. under the National Journalism Center. She has also worked as the opinion editor and business manager at UNF’s student newspaper.

College Fix contributor Alexandra Horwitz is a junior at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, majoring in history and political science.

College Fix contributor Alexandria Armstrong is a student at Benedictine College. She is studying theology and journalism & mass communications.

College Fix contributor Ana Hathaway is a student at Elmhurst College where she studies English, Spanish, and secondary education. She is a cross country and track athlete and is also heavily involved in Elmhurst’s Catholic club.

Andrew Freeman is a senior at Patrick Henry College, studying journalism and digital media. He is passionate about multimedia art forms and excited to pursue a career producing high-quality content that both entertains and informs, pointing people to timeless biblical truths. Hailing from the Wild and Wonderful West Virginia, Andrew loves hiking and camping with friends and family. With the rest of his free time, he enjoys exercising, reading and listening to books, playing sports and board games, and creating his fantasy novel series.

College Fix contributor Andrew Gondy is a student at Grove City College, where he is studying Political Science. He is vice president of the International Justice Mission chapter, and associate editor of the Grove City College Journal of Law and Public Policy.

College Fix contributor Anna Poff is a student at Benedictine College. She is studying journalism and mass communication with minors in English and education.

College Fix contributor Austin Gergens is a graduate student at Hillsdale College. He is involved in the student newspaper and contributes regularly to Chalkboard News. When he is not writing, you can find him playing hockey or exploring Michigan’s backwoods.

College Fix contributor Austin Packham is a political science major at Florida State University with a minor in politics, philosophy, and economics. He is also a staff writer for the Political Review at FSU and a member of the Society of Collegiate Journalists.

College Fix reporter Ava Goldsmith is a student at the University of Iowa pursuing a degree in journalism and mass sommunications, with a minor in American Sign Language. Ava is an ambassador for the department of languages, linguistics, literatures, and dultures. She holds a leadership position for Salt Company, a campus ministry.

College Fix contributor Benjamin Rothove is a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He is editor-in-chief of The Madison Federalist and chair of the College Republican of UW-Madison. He was a 2024 College Fix fellow at the Washington Examiner.

College Fix contributor Blake Schaper is a student at Hillsdale College studying economics and mathematics. He writes for Hillsdale’s student newspaper, The Collegian, and also the Human Life Review. He has held internships at the Classic Learning Test, Convention of States, and his local state senator’s office.

College Fix contributor Boone Simms is a student at the University of St. Andrews pursuing a master’s degree in history. He is a graduate of Clemson University’s Lyceum Scholars Program. At St Andrews, Boone is a member of the Debating Society as well as the Investigative Journalism Society.

College Fix contributor Bradley Galvin is a student at UW-Madison where he studies economics and political science. He is a staff writer for The Madison Federalist and he serves on the board of College Republicans for UW-Madison.

College Fix reporter Brendan McDonald is a graduate student in religious studies. He has a bachelor’s degree from Thomas More College of Liberal Arts in Merrimack, New Hampshire.

College Fix contributor Brenna Ruddell is an undergraduate student at Franciscan University of Steubenville double majoring in theology and political science

College Fix contributor Brianna Chapman is a graduate of Moody Bible Institute in Chicago where she received a BA in Theology. In Fall 2025, she will begin pursuing a Master of Divinity at Beeson Divinity School in Birmingham, Alabama. She grew up in Uganda and in her free time enjoys dancing, walking dogs, and painting.

College Fix contributor Bridget McCaughey is a student at Christendom College in Virginia where she is pursuing a degree in political science and economics, with a minor in philosophy. On campus she is involved with College Republicans, Network for Enlightened Women, and is a Toqueville Scholar. Independently she is also a member of the Forge Leadership Institute.

College Fix contributor Bridget Palm is a student at Christendom College pursuing a degree in literature, with a minor in history. She works as a marketing writer for the college and is also a member of the Christendom Players.

College Fix contributor Caleb Nunes is a student at Northwestern University where he studies chemical engineering. He is a columnist at The Daily Northwestern, has been featured in The College Contemporary, and also in National Review where he won the William F. Buckley Jr. Essay Contest.

College Fix contributor CJ Womack is majoring in political science and journalism at Long Beach State University. He has served as an engagement editor and reporter at The Hornet, and as a producer and editor for “Around The Hornet” and “The Stinger” podcasts. He has won awards from the Journalism Association of Community Colleges. He has also served as communications director and senior youth advisors for various Southern California legislative campaigns and candidates.

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College Fix contributor Conor Hernon is a student at Benedictine College, where he is studying Physics and Astronomy. He is also a Resident Assistant on campus and a member of the College’s club Rugby team.

College Fix contributor Courtney Graves is a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, double majoring in political science and economics. At her university, Courtney serves as the vice chair of Young Americans for Freedom and the communications chair of College Republicans. She is also a legislative intern at the Wisconsin State Capitol.

College Fix contributor Daisy Roser is a student at The Master’s University where she studies creative writing and publishing. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Charter Oak State College.

College Fix contributor Daniel Nuccio successfully defended his doctoral dissertation in biology in September 2025. Since he began working with The Fix in 2021, he has written more than 100 articles published across several major outlets including The College Fix, The Brownstone Journal, The Washington Examiner, The American Conservative, The Federalist, and HeterodoxSTEM. He also holds master’s degrees in both psychology and biology and has published academic papers on the effects of social isolation on metabolic health and how depictions of alleged paranormal phenomena in the media influence paranormal belief.

College Fix contributor David Glasser is a rising second-year student at the Florida State University College of Law, with over six years of news and opinion writing experience for various publications. He is set to graduate in 2026.

College Fix contributor Destinie Johnson is a second-year student at Anne Arundel Community College, studying homeland security. She currently serves as the assistant director of the BLEXIT Maryland chapter.

College Fix contributor Dominic Vogelbacher is a student at Washington and Lee University in Virginia, where he studies politics and economics. He participates in Catholic Campus Ministries, University Singers, Habitat for Humanity, College Republicans, and is a section editor for The Spectator, an independent Washington and Lee campus newspaper.

College Fix contributor Drew DiMeglio is a student at Hampden-Sydney College where he studies government. He is the president of the Hampden-Sydney College Republicans and a fellow at the Wilson Center for Leadership. His work has been featured in the Carolina Journal, American Habits, and the American Spectator.

College Fix contributor Edwin Carlson is a student at the College of William & Mary seeking a degree in English with a minor in Classical Studies. He is president of the Theodore Roosevelt Society at W&M, a conservative debate organization. Edwin is the founding editor of a literary journal at the college, and he has also written for the Washington Free Beacon.

College Fix contributor Ellie Cameron is a student at Clarendon College where she is pursuing a degree in agricultural communications and competes on the livestock judging team. She is also vice-president for her campus’s Turning Point USA chapter and Student Government Association Treasurer.

College Fix contributor Emma Arns is a student at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville where she is studying business and political science. She is involved with College Republicans and serves as secretary of her school’s TPUSA chapter. She also writes and reports for Campus Reform.

College Fix contributor Emma Dayton is a student at Liberty University where she studies political science with a minor in journalism.  She is involved with Young Americans for Freedom and Young Women for America, which she serves as Vice President. She also reports for Campus Reform.

College Fix contributor Emma Verrigni is a senior at Hillsdale College studying history and journalism. She is involved in the student newspaper on campus, contributes to Radio Free Hillsdale, and has also written for The American Spectator. In her free time she practices martial arts and goes to the gym.

College Fix contributor Ethan Savka is a student at the Community College of Allegheny County, where he studies political science. He is a local leader for Convention of States, a nationwide grassroots movement to amend the Constitution. Ethan is an active member of both The Federalist Society and The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression.

College Fix contributor Gabriel Sison is a student at the University of Washington in Seattle, where he is studying computer science. He also writes articles on his Substack page.

College Fix contributor Gabriel Zylstra is a student at Hillsdale College. He is a former high school debater, and currently competes in mock trial. He also enjoys learning about philosophy, economics, and martial arts.

College Fix contributor Garrett Marchand is a pre-law student at the University of Alabama majoring in political science and economics with a minor in the Blount Scholars Program. Garrett is a member of Young Americans for Freedom. He is a contributor for Alabama’s student paper, The Crimson White.

College Fix contributor Gavin Farinholt is a student at Thomas More College pursuing a degree in liberal arts. He holds a leadership position in the campus pro-life team and is part of the college’s political discussion group.

College Fix contributor Gavin Wilson is a student at Gettysburg College, where he is majoring in public health policy with minors in studio art and business. He serves as captain of both the club hockey and soccer teams. His interests include politics and public policy, with a particular focus on the ways government decision-making impacts public health.

College Fix contributor Giovanna Johnson is a student at Gordon College in Massachusetts studying political science. She is a senior editor of the student publication The Gordon Review, and her writing has appeared on Future Female Leaders and her blog Sustained By Grace.

College Fix contributor Hanna Bechtel is a student at Liberty University studying political science. She is a teacher’s assistant for one of her professors and enjoys investing in the students she serves. She also plays the violin for her hometown church’s worship team in Pennsylvania.

College Fix contributor Hannah Hiester is a senior at Benedictine College where she is pursuing degrees in journalism and Spanish. She also writes for CatholicVote and Benedictine’s student newspaper, The Circuit.

College Fix contributor Ibrahim Garza is a law student at Monterey College of Law. He has a background in corporate finance and consulting, and has worked on a variety of political campaigns in Texas. He has been published in the Daily Caller and Conservative Review. He is a Heritage Academy Fellow with the Heritage Foundation

Isabel Garcia is an undergraduate at Thomas Aquinas College, pursuing a bachelor’s degree in the liberal arts with a concentration in philosophy. She previously interned with the Daily Wire through the National Journalism Center. 

College Fix contributor Jack Shields is a student at Northwestern Pritzker School of Law, and a graduate of Texas A&M University. He is also an editor and columnist at Lone Conservative.

College Fix contributor Janae Joachim is a student at Liberty University pursuing a degree in government with a minor in journalism. She is a student editor for the Journal of Statesmanship and Public Policy and has also written for the Liberty Champion.

College Fix contributor Jenna Mulhern is a junior at Furman University where she is studying communications. A member of the cross country and track team at Furman, she is also a freelance reporter for RunnerSpace, a social networking website for runners.

John Puri was a Summer 2025 College Fix fellow at National Review. John is a student at Stanford University where he studies political science and history.

Joshua Masterson is a cartoonist for The College Fix. He also is the creator of The Catholic Cartoon, which is a slice of life comic strip about Fr. Otto and his parish. You can view the comics at Josh’s Instagram account or go to Voyage Comics to check out his first collection book. In his free time, Joshua enjoys hanging out with his family and playing video games and … drawing!

College Fix contributor Josiah Sullivan is a student at Clemson University majoring in political science. He spoke at the 2022, 2023 South Carolina Life Conference and has made appearances on the Palmetto Family podcast and at the Palmetto Women’s Center yearly gala. Josiah is on senior staff for The Tiger.

College Fix contributor Josie Hathaway is a student at Augustana College where she studies psychology, Spanish, and biology. She is the president of her sorority and the service coordinator for the Augie Catholic leadership team. Her writing has appeared in the Augustana Observer.

Julia is an undergraduate studying political science and economics at the University of Pittsburgh. She currently serves as president of the Pitt College Republicans. She previously interned for Senator Dave McCormick (PA). 

College Fix contributor Julia Kushner is a student at Pennsylvania State University, University Park where she studies advertising and Hebrew. She is involved in the Jewish organization Chabad and writes for Penn State’s paper, The Daily Collegian.

College Fix contributor Katherine Pugh is a student at Clemson University, where she is pursuing a degree in English. She is the editor-in-chief of Clemson’s student newspaper, The Tiger, and is involved in Clemson’s Catholic Student Association, Clemson Club Swim, St. Andrew Catholic Church youth ministry, Kappa Alpha Pi pre-law and government fraternity, and is a member of the Dean’s Undergraduate Student Advisory Board for the College of Arts and Humanities. She has also written for The Clayton Pioneer and Word on Fire.

College Fix contributor Kellyn Weber is a student at Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania, pursuing a degree in political science. She created her university’s Turning Point USA chapter and serves as president. She is also involved with Students for Life.

College Fix contributor Laney Taylor is a student at the College of Lake County. She previously attended Oakton College.

College Fix contributor Lauren Boyer is a student at at the University of Delaware where she studies English and is a member of the World Scholars Program.

College Fix contributor Leo Glasgow is a senior at Cornell University double majoring in Government and China & Asia-Pacific Studies. He spent his junior year studying in Washington, D.C., and Beijing for two semesters. He is a columnist for The Cornell Daily Sun.

College Fix contributor Leona Salinas is a student at Texas State University where she studies political science and journalism. She serves as the president of the Turning Point USA chapter and vice president of the Network of Enlightened Women chapter. She is an intern with Tufts University, focusing on research related to sex trafficking and foreign policy, and a contributor for Campus Reform, reporting on higher education, politics, and culture, and writes for her school’s conservative paper, the Bobcat Tribune.

College Fix contributor Lily Thomas is a senior journalism major at Columbia College Chicago. She is involved in the student newspaper on campus and enjoys writing.

College Fix contributor Macy Brookhouser is an undergraduate student at the University of Arkansas majoring in communications and political science, with minors in business and legal studies. She has previously interned at The Heritage Foundation and Convention of States. 

College Fix contributor Maddie Trulik is a student at Boyce College where she studies Biblical counseling. She enjoys history, writing, and mock trial.

College Fix contributor Maria Thomas is a student at Indiana University double-majoring in marketing and public policy analysis. On campus, she is president of the Thomistic Institute and co-president of Students for Life. She also contributes to The Collegiate Commons.

College Fix contributor Matthew Friedman is a student at Florida State University where he is studying political science with a minor in international affairs. He also serves as a writer for the Political Review at Florida State and works as an intern at the Florida House of Representatives.

College Fix contributor McKenli Myers is a junior at Utah State University, studying agriculture communications with a minor in journalism. She is involved in Turning Point USA and her College Republicans chapter. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, helping out on her family’s cattle ranch, and spending time with friends.

College Fix contributor Megan Rosevear is a student at Brigham Young University where she is studying journalism and various forms of dance, including ballet, ballroom, and tap. She is a member of Young Americans for Freedom. In her spare time, she enjoys running, spending time with her family, and writing articles for her productivity blog, which has garnered over a million views.

College Fix contributor Michael Haak is a student at Liberty University, pursuing a degree in international relations with minors in digital journalism, government and Spanish. He also serves as the Vice President of Advocacy and Policy for the university’s International Justice Mission chapter.

College Fix contributor MJ Cadman is a graduate student at Franciscan University of Steubenville, where she is studying theology.

College Fix contributor Morgan Kromer is a student at Columbia College Chicago where she studies journalism. Previously she was an associate editor at Missouri Baptist University’s student news organization.

College Fix contributor NancyLee Bareham is a sophomore at Franciscan University of Steubenville where she studies theology and catechetics while minoring in communications. Previously she was founder and editor-in-chief of her high school’s newspaper, The LCHS Insider. She has written for FAITH Magazine.

Nathaniel Krenik is a 2025 graduate of Regent University, where he studied government, international relations & foreign policy while minoring in history. He also holds a certificate in teaching English to speakers of other languages from the University of Cambridge, and has completed internships at the United States Senate, the Washington State Senate, and the Family Research Council. At Regent University, he founded and led the Model United Nations Society as its president.

College Fix contributor Nick Suttle is a student at the University of Tennessee Knoxville where he is studying both public affairs and journalism. He is involved with Turning Point USA and College Republicans at his campus. He also reports for Campus Reform.

College Fix contributor Olivia D’Angelo is a graduate student at The George Washington University pursuing a master’s degree in publishing. Her work has also been published in Newsmax and The Daily Wire.

College Fix contributor Paige Rewerts is a student at Elmhurst University where she studies kinesiology, is a cross country and track athlete, and a member of the Honors Program. She is also a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and the public relations officer for GirlUp EU.

College Fix contributor Paris Apodaca is a first-generation student at the University of Washington where she studies political science.

College Fix contributor Pedro Boccalato Rodriguez-Aparicio is a graduate of Florida State University. Since becoming a citizen in 2019, Pedro has aspired to pursue a career in American politics, law, and journalism.

College Fix contributor Perpetua Phelps is a student at Christendom College where she is studying philosophy and English. She currently is involved in several on-campus volunteer roles and writes for the magazine Metanoia.

College Fix contributor Peter Rao is a graduate of the Thomas More College of Liberal Arts in Merrimack, NH, where he developed the school’s first student edition of Communitas, a bi-annual newsletter. He is an avid violinist and singer and plans to begin his first year of law school in fall 2025.

College Fix contributor Pride Haggerty is a junior at the University of Georgia studying International Affairs and Journalism, minoring in Chinese. On campus, she is the Vice President of Communications of Kappa Alpha Pi Pre-Law and Government Fraternity, editor of all guides and magazines for The Red & Black news organization and is a reporter and anchor for Grady Night Shift, UGA journalism schools’ first-ever live entertainment show. 

College Fix contributor Rebecca Draeger is a student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where she is studying International Studies with a focus on Global Security.

College Fix contributor Rebecca Phillips is studying international policy at Patrick Henry College. She competes in varsity Moot Court and is the vice president of the Pre-Law Society. Rebecca has published work with the Heritage Foundation and has been interviewed on the Tucker Carlson Show.

College Fix contributor Rylee Stephens is a pre-law psychology student at the University of Arkansas. She also writes for the Rose of Sharon Floral Design Studio’s blog. Rylee is a member of the University of Arkansas’s Delight chapter and a devoted advocate for students with learning disabilities.  

College Fix contributor Sam Korkus is a student at the University of Dallas where he is studying English. He is a member of the University of Dallas’s Young Americans for Freedom chapter and is a contributing writer for the school’s student-run newspaper, The Cor Chronicle. He interned for The Daily Wire in summer 2025.

College Fix contributor Samantha Swenson is a graduate of Liberty University where she received a BS in law and policy: pre-law. She is attending Lincoln Memorial University Duncan School of Law.

College Fix contributor Seth Rosevear is studying English, professional writing and communication with a minor in manufacturing at Brigham Young University Provo. When not studying or working, he loves researching Medieval European history, fencing, oil painting, drawing, playing the piano, and practicing various forms of martial arts.

College Fix contributor Simon Olech is a student at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, studying politics, philosophy, and economics. His work has appeared in publications such as Daily Wire and Washington Examiner. Simon recently interned in D.C. at the National Journalism Center and works with pro-life and conservative groups on campus.

College Fix contributor Skyler Safriet is a student at Boston College studying philosophy, finance, and biology. She competes as a member of the women’s varsity track and field team and serves as an editor for Dianoia, Boston College’s academic journal for philosophy. 

College Fix contributor Sophia Vitter is a student at the University of Calgary majoring in international relations. She grew up just outside of Washington, D.C., where she developed an interest in global affairs and politics.

College Fix contributor Spencer Lombardo is a student at the University of Mary Washington, majoring in communication and digital studies. Before transferring to UMW, he was president of Laurel Ridge Community College’s Student Government Association. He also volunteers as vice president of Students for Life of America’s UMW chapter.

College Fix contributor Tyler Seeman is a student at Gettysburg College where he is studying political science and German. He is the Chairman of his Young Americans for Freedom chapter. He is also an Investigator for Campus Reform. 

College Fix contributor Whittley Benzing is an undergraduate student at the University of Arkansas majoring in adverstisment and public relations, with a minor in journalism. On campus, she is vice president of Students for Life and involved in the university’s Turning Point USA chapter.

College Fix contributor William Buckley is a student at the University of Utah where he is studying Political Science and Journalism. He is the journalism coordinator for the College Republicans at the University of Utah, in addition to being a member of the university’s TPUSA and YAF chapters. William also enjoys the outdoors, social dancing, and performing classical music.