Student Reporters

College Fix contributor Abel Jones is a student at Grove City College where he is studying political science. He is an associate editor on the Journal of Law and Public Policy, and plans on pursuing law school after graduation.

College Fix contributor Abigail Phillips is a student at the University of Dallas where she studies politics and Western thought.

College Fix contributor Alena Dasha Peethala is a student at Vanderbilt University, where she studies national security, computer science, and AI. On campus, Alena is involved with Chancellor’s Scholars, Vanderbilt Political Review, and the Vanderbilt Institute of National Security.

College Fix contributor Alexandra Culbert is a student at Grove City College, where she studies secondary English education and communications. She is a member of the Council for Exceptional Children and hopes to one day pursue a career in the education or journalism world.

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

College Fix contributor Alexis Lapp is a student at George Washington University, where she is studying political science and minoring in journalism and Russian. She previously interned at the Daily Caller, the U.S. House of Representatives and the Florida House of Representatives. 

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.

College Fix contributor Anna Gugala is a student at Franciscan University of Steubenville where she is studying theology, culture, and the liberal arts.

College Fix contributor Anna Pegis is a sophomore at Christendom College, where she is studying philosophy and theology. She is a member of the varsity softball team and participates in many clubs including hiking, intramurals, the Christendom Players, and the Student Activities council.

Ashley Dowdney is a Summer 2026 College Fix Fellow at The Dispatch. Ashley is a recent graduate of the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, where she studied classics as well as peace, war, and defense. She is a Journalism Excellence Fellow with The Fund for American Studies. Previously, she interned at the Hudson Institute and the American Enterprise Institute.

College Fix contributor Ava Hochard is a junior at Gettysburg College double majoring in anthropology and English.

College Fix contributor Ava Mae Yates is a student at Clemson University where she studies economics with a minor in legal studies. In addition to her role as assistant news editor for The Tiger, Clemson’s student newspaper, she is also an active member of Catholic Tigers and Alpha Omicron Pi. 

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. He was a summer 2026 opinion fellow at the Washington Post.

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. A graduate of Clemson University’s Lyceum Scholars Program, he is the founder and editor-in-chief of The Martyr, a student newspaper at St Andrews.

College Fix contributor Brady Larkin is an undergraduate political science and communications major at Grove City College pursuing a career track in political production and media. He is a past Heritage Academy Fellow with the Heritage Foundation and will be working in the Young Leaders Program within the organization’s digital production department in the summer of 2026.

Brady Smith is an economics and international affairs student interested in politics, foreign policy, and journalism. He is the chairman of the Georgia Tech College Republicans and has written for the campus newspaper, The Technique.

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 Barnes is a student at Pittsburg State University where she studies multimedia journalism. She is from Wichita, Kansas, and has been pursuing her passion for news writing since high school.

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 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.

Bruno is a junior at Christendom College, majoring in history and participating in Christendom’s advanced studies program. He enjoys his role on the AV tech crew for the Student Activities Council and participates in various campus clubs.

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 Cate Garner is a student at the University of Alabama in Huntsville where she studies marketing. On campus, she serves as Campus Coordinator and Media Director for Turning Point USA. Her professional experience includes internships with the American Family Association, Life Action Ministries, and Joni and Friends. She also served as Assistant Press Secretary and grassroots coordinator for Steve Marshall for U.S. Senate.

College Fix contributor Charlote Wysocka is a student at Franciscan University of Steubenville where she studies theology and philosophy. Originally from Warsaw, Poland, Charlotte now lives in California.

College Fix contributor Clarise Tujardon is a graduate student at Lamar University pursuing a degree in public administration. Clarise received her bachelor’s degree in political science at Texas Woman’s University. During her time at TWU, she was the president of both College Republicans and Turning Point USA. She has been writing articles since the age of 15 and has written for several newspapers as well as Campus Reform.

College Fix contributor Colin Cyzon is a student at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he studies theology, catechetics, and classical languages. He has been a missionary with Missions of Peace and is traveling abroad with the Franciscan University Austria Program in the spring of 2026.

BY: College Fix staff

College Fix contributor Conner McEleney is a student at Western Governors University where he studies business management. He has written for Campus Reform and the Mises Institute.

College Fix contributor Cooper Cobbs is a 2026 Chesterton media fellow at New Guard Press and a student at Patrick Henry College. He is the incoming student body president and editor-in-chief of the campus newspaper, the Herald.

College Fix contributor Daisy Roser is a student at Illinois Eastern Community Colleges.

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 David Lindeman is a political science student at BYU-Idaho, with a minor in history and pre-law. He was an intern with the House Judiciary Committee on Capitol Hill. David’s interests include constitutional law, political theory, and American history. He is the current bylaws chair for the BYU-I Pre-Law Society.

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

College Fix contributor Destiny Lugo is a student at Oral Roberts University studying international relations with a minor in convergence journalism. As an alumna of the National Journalism Center, she interned with The American Spectator over the summer of 2026, and is beginning her second year as a fellow for the Committee for Accuracy in Middle East Reporting and Analysis (CAMERA). 

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 Edward Kennelly is a student at Asbury Theology Seminary. He serves as the interim
pastor of Bethel Cumberland Presbyterian Church. He has had opinion pieces published in the American Thinker, Thinking Conservative, California News and Views, and Citizens Journal.

College Fix contributor Ella Finkbeiner is a student at Grove City College where she is studying political science and communications. She is a student fellow at the Institute for Faith and Freedom and hopes to pursue a career in political journalism. 

College Fix contributor Esther Elliott is a graduate student at Regent University pursuing a degree in curriculum and instruction. She has a bachelor’s degree in history from Malone University. She aspires to be a teacher and a journalist, and hopes to work for a Christian education organization.

College Fix contributor Ethan Savka is a student at Hillsdale College. He has been involved with the Convention of States, a nationwide grassroots movement to amend the Constitution. Ethan is also 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 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 Grace Finan is a student at the University of Dallas where she is a double major studying politics and theology. She is the secretary of her school’s Young Americans for Freedom chapter and a contributing writer for the campus newspaper, The Cor Chronicle.

Hannah Bates is an aspiring professional journalist in her third year at Patrick Henry College, studying journalism and communications. In her free time, Hannah enjoys writing about religion, the family, education, and bioethics. She has also published with WORLD News Group and The Federalist. 

College Fix contributor Hannah Brady is a student at Samford University graduating in spring 2026 with a degree in Law, Politics, and Society. She serves as an ambassador for her university, a member of Turning Point USA, and has completed internships in the U.S. House of Representatives.

College Fix contributor Isabel Garcia is a student at Thomas Aquinas College, where she studies the liberal arts with a concentration in philosophy. She previously interned with the Daily Wire through the National Journalism Center. 

College Fix contributor Jack Cowhick is a student at Collin College in Frisco, Texas, where he is studying political science. He previously interned for the Daily Caller News Foundation through the National Journalism Center.

College Fix contributor Jeanine Yuen is a graduate of Northwestern University now at George Washington University Law School. She was president of the Northwestern College Republicans and is now a member of the Federalist Society. 

College Fix contributor Jessica Ogrin is a student at Southern Methodist University studying economics with a minor in business. She is part of a campus bible study, and serves as vice president for SMUs animal shelter volunteering club. She also writes for Campus Reform, and serves as editor for the SMU Sports Business Journal. 

College Fix contributor Joelle Webb is a senior at Drake University studying law, politics, and society, and is expected to graduate in May. She has developed experience in political and governmental settings where she honed her skills in messaging, strategy, and public engagement. She plans to pursue a master’s in legal studies at the University of Denver, with the goal of building a career in law, policy, or political communications.

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

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 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 Lauren Boylan is a student at Auburn University, where she is studying finance and political science. She has previously interned on Capitol Hill for Senator Dave McCormick. 

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 and the Washington Examiner, 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 Lucas Escala is an undergraduate at Benedictine College majoring in Politics and Philosophy. He is a member of his college’s Center for Constitutional Liberty Fellowship Program. He has previously worked as an intern writing for the Media Research Center’s NewsBusters division.

College Fix contributor Lucy Evich is a student at Christendom College where she is studying liberal arts.

Luke Howells attends Cerro Coso Community College studying law, public policy, and paralegal studies. He serves as a Student Government Senator and represents students across the college’s multi‑campus district. Luke is also a district captain and grassroots organizer with Convention of States Action, a certified Constitution Coach with Patriot Academy, and a former chapter secretary for Turning Point USA. He has supported civic education initiatives, facilitated state‑level advocacy efforts, and earned three separate Presidential recognitions for leadership and service.

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 Madison Fossa is a student at Grove City College, where she studies biology and technical writing. She is the president of Young Women for America, as well as a fellow at the Institute for Faith and Freedom and a writer for Checkpoint News on campus.

College Fix contributor Maria Tardiff is a graduate student at Kansas State University, where she is studying English literature and teaching English composition.

College Fix contributor Matt Radermacher is a student at Christendom College pursuing a degree in history, with a minor in philosophy.  He currently serves as writer and producer for the Christendom Filmmaker’s Club and assistant sacristan at Christendom College’s Christ the King Chapel.

Matthew Friedman is a recent Florida State University graduate, where he studied political science with a minor in international affairs. He served as a writer for the Political Review at Florida State and completed internships at the Florida House of Representatives.

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 Nicholas Alvarez is a student at Christendom College, where he is studies philosophy. He worked as writer and director of production at his high school newspaper, The Mustang Times, and leads the “PowerPoint Nite” group on campus at Christendom.

College Fix contributor Oscar Mackey is a student at the University of Tennessee Knoxville studying materials science.

College Fix contributor Paul Summers is a student at Christendom College pursuing a degree in philosophy. He is also president of the organization Omnia, Christendom College’s student outreach initiative.

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 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 a student at Patrick Henry College studying International Policy. She is the president of Patrick Henry College Republicans and has interned for the Department of State at the U.S. Embassy in Malaysia. Rebecca has published work with the Heritage Foundation and the Daily Signal, and has been interviewed on the Tucker Carlson Show.

College Fix contributor Riley Siegenthaler is a student at Pittsburg State University where she is double majoring in multimedia journalism and political science. On campus, she holds a leadership position in Campus Christians and serves as the vice president of the Students for Life of America chapter. She also volunteers with Sidewalk Advocates for Life in her community.

Rose is a student at Christendom College, where she studies philosophy. She is currently a resident assistant and tour guide at Christendom and participates in many clubs on campus. 

College Fix contributor Ryan Dy-Liacco is a student at Franciscan University of Steubenville. He previously wrote for Texas Scorecard.

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 through the National Journalism Center.

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 Sean Groeber is a student at Clemson University studying history and political science.

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. He is a Summer 2026 College Fix Fellow at the Daily Wire

College Fix contributor Spencer Lombardo is a student at the University of Mary Washington studying communication and digital studies. He was a Summer 2026 College Fix Fellow for the Daily Caller News Foundation, where he has since provided weekend news coverage as a contributor. He also co-writes The Drain Pipe, a weekly column covering capitol hill and cultural trends.

College Fix contributor Susannah Ely holds a bachelor’s degree in government: political philosophy from Patrick Henry College in northern Virginia and is a fellow of the Forge Leadership Network. Her work has been featured on The Federalist and New Guard Press.

College Fix contributor Sydney Mize is a student at Vassar College, where she studies political science and neuroscience and behavior.

Taylor Blount is a recent graduate of Longwood University, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in Communication Studies with a concentration in Digital Media and Public Relations and a minor in Business Administration. She will begin pursuing a Master of Public Policy at the University of Virginia this fall. Blount has experience in strategic communications and public affairs with the communications office of former Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin, the It Only Takes One fentanyl prevention initiative led by former Virginia First Lady Suzanne Youngkin, and Longwood University’s Office of Marketing and Communications. 

College Fix contributor Victoria Montilla is a student at the University of Dallas, majoring in English and doing a concentration in journalism. She is the Arts & Culture editor in the student’s newspaper The Cor Chronicle, and works as a Spanish tutor in the Department of Modern Languages. 

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.