The Editorial Board, which writes unsigned editorial content and is considered the voice of The Temple News, includes the Editor-in-Chief, Managing Editor, Digital Managing Editor, Chief Copy Editor, News Editor and Opinion Editor.
All staff members are students of Temple University, either undergraduate, graduate or in any of the school’s many, varied professional programs. Our readership includes university students and staff, parents, alumni and surrounding community members. We eagerly accept letters, artwork or other submissions from any readers, regardless of affiliation to Temple, at letters@temple-news.com.
Editor in Chief
Lawrence Ukenye is a senior journalism major and is stoked to be returning as Editor-In-Chief at The Temple News for a second consecutive year. He has a passion for political reporting and interns at POLITICO where he covers Congress and national security and has previously interned at The Daily Beast and Solitary Watch. When he’s not editing stories, he enjoys playing basketball, going to brunch, and hosting dinner parties. He can be reached at editor@temple-news.com.
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Fallon Roth
Digital Managing Editor
Fallon Roth, a junior journalism major and political science minor, is thrilled to be Digital Managing Editor at The Temple News. She served as News Editor last year and wrote for the Resolve Philly Collab. Fallon is also an fall editorial intern at Moment Magazine and runs social media for Temple’s chapter of Her Campus Media. Fallon is super passionate about covering politics, including elections and political discourse. When she’s not working on a story, you can find her playing guitar, cooking something vegan or listening to show tunes. Get in touch with Fallon at fallon.roth@temple.edu.
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Print Managing Editor
Julia Merola is a junior journalism major and is thrilled to be returning to The Temple News as the Print Managing Editor, where she previously served as the Opinion Editor. Julia is also a fall intern at The American Prospect and the Health Editor at Her Campus Temple. She loves covering everything related to feminism, politics, and human rights issues. In her free time, you can find her reading, binge watching reality TV, or going to the beach. She can be reached at julia.merola@temple.edu
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Chief Digital Copy Editor
Kayla Maguire is a senior communication studies major with a minor in adult and organizational development. She is thrilled to take on the role of Chief Digital Copy Editor at The Temple News. Kayla is also the Co-Campus Correspondent for Her Campus Temple as well as a peer advisor at the Klein College of Media and Communication. Amidst all of her responsibilities, she enjoys watching sports, reading, and traveling. She can be reached at kayla.maguire@temple.edu.
Megan Phillips
Chief Print Copy Editor
Megan Phillips is a senior public relations and communication and social influence major. She is excited to take on the role of Chief Print Copy Editor at The Temple News. She has experience interning at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory within Messaging and Editorial. Phillips is a student athlete on Temple’s field hockey team and a writing tutor at the Resnick Center. In her free time, she loves to read and go to concerts. She can be reached at megan.phillips@temple.edu.
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Oliver Sabo
News Staff Writer
Oliver Sabo is a junior journalism major from Richmond, Virginia. He serves as a staff writer at The Temple News and News Director at WHIP Radio, Temple’s student-run station. In his free time, Oliver enjoys cooking, listening to the Grateful Dead, and doing crosswords. He can be reached at oliver.sabo@temple.edu.
Email the Opinion Editor at letters@temple-news.com
Sarah Frasca
Opinion Editor
Sarah Frasca, a junior journalism major and environmental studies minor, is excited to be the Opinion Editor after joining as a freelance writer for The Temple News last semester. She interns with Temple’s College of Engineering as a content writer, and she is passionate about feminism, the environment and animal rights. In her free time, you can find Sarah cooking or baking, binge-watching teen dramas or going out with her best friends. She can be reached at sarah.frasca@temple.edu.
Molly Fiske
Assistant Opinion Editor
Molly Fiske is a transfer student, a junior economics major and is excited to be the Assistant Opinion Editor after joining as a freelance writer last year. Molly works as an editor and writer for the Temple Fashion Business editorial, and she is also the Vice President of Chapter Operations for Tri Delta’s Temple chapter. Additionally, Molly is the campus manager for University Tees. In her free time, you can find Molly reading, surfing, checking her crypto stock, or going for a run. Molly is also an avid film photographer and can usually be found taking pictures of her friends and environment. She can be reached at molly.fiske@temple.edu.
Email the Features Team at features@temple-news.com
Assistant Features Editor
Duay is a journalism major and is excited to serve as Assistant Features Editor. He can be reached at duay.augustine@temple.edu.
Email the Sports Editors at sports@temple-news.com
Nick Gangewere
Sports Editor
Nick Gangewere is a sophomore journalism major from Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Nick is excited to return to The Temple News as a Sports Editor after serving as Assistant Sports Editor last year. Nick also works for Overtime as a content creator and is an avid Pittsburgh sports fan. Nick has won several awards for his writing throughout high school and even received accolades from The Temple News during the 2021-2022 school year. Nick loves to read and write and is a fan of any sport that can be kept score of. He can be reached at nicholas.gangewere@temple.edu.
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Assistant Sports Editor
Samuel O’Neal is a junior Journalism major and is excited to start his first year as an Assistant Sports Editor. He was named The Temple News’ Most Outstanding Freelancer for the 2021-22 academic year. He spends his summers interning at Jersey Sporting News, covering local college and minor league baseball teams. In his free time, you can find Samuel in the stands at a Phillies game, at the movie theater, traveling, or obsessing over his fantasy football teams. He can be reached at samuel.oneal@temple.edu.
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Assistant Sports Editor
Javon Edmonds is a senior Journalism major from Baltimore, Maryland. Edmonds serves as the Programming Director for WHIP Radio, Temple’s student-run station, and Assistant Sports Editor for The Temple News. After interning as a staff writer for OwlScoop.com, Temple’s Yahoo!/Rivals affiliate, he is now on staff for the website. Edmonds has also interned as a producer on SiriusXM’s Fight Nation channel, mainly working on the channel’s flagship MMA show, “Unlocking the Cage w/ Jimmy Smith”. He can be reached at javon.edmonds@temple.edu.
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Chris Duong
Sports Social Media Manager
Christopher Duong is a sophomore Public Relations major and is thrilled to be the first Sports Social Media Manager at The Temple News. Duong has interned for the Philadelphia Phillies’ AA affiliate, the Reading Fightin’ Phils. When he’s not working in the sports industry, he can be found working on his sneaker reselling business, playing MLB The Show, or playing baseball on the Temple Club Baseball team. He can be reached at Christopher.Duong0001@temple.edu.
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Robert Cruz
Assistant Photo Editor
Robert Cruz is a junior management information systems major who is extremely excited to join the Temple News as the assistant photo editor. He has a passion for sports photography, especially in-game basketball and football photography. In 2021, he started his brand RJC Pictures, in which he posts content, accepts bookings, and engages with people who love his work. Outside of photography, Robert loves playing and watching sports, coding, and reading. You can reach him at robert.cruz@temple.edu.
Email the Design Team at design@temple-news.com
Joelle Pacheco
Print Design Editor
Joelle Pacheco is a senior majoring in communications and minoring in content creation. This is Joelle’s first year with The Temple News with the role of the Print Design Editor. She loves to write creatively or to journal for fun! She is super passionate about music and when she’s not doing schoolwork or working, she’s planning out which concert she can go to next. Feel free to reach out to her at joelle.pacheco@temple.edu
Allyson Tharp
Graphic Design Editor
Allyson Tharp, a junior majoring in Graphic Design, is thrilled to be working as the Graphic Design Editor for the Temple News this upcoming year. She worked as a freelance opinion designer for the Temple News last semester and loved it, so moving up in the position is more than exciting for her. As far as other pastimes go, Allyson loves the beach, concerts, running, and of course all things art. As a first time head editor, Allyson is more than excited to create intriguing graphics and work with talented members of the graphic design and TTN community. You can reach Allyson anytime at tun40146@temple.edu.
Maggie Fitzgerald
Director of Audience Engagement
Maggie Fitzgerald is a junior journalism major. She’s excited to be returning on staff at The Temple News after serving as Audience Engagement Editor last year.
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Public Engagement Coordinator
Emily Lewis is a junior marketing major with a double minor in public relations and management information systems. She is so excited to be The Temple News’ first Public Engagement Coordinator. Emily previously worked for TTN as the Assistant Engagement Editor. At Temple, she is a member of the American Marketing Association, Business Honors Student Association, and is the Junior Student Coordinator for the Honors Admissions and Transitions Team (HATT).
Taylor Hargraves
Audience Engagement Editor
Taylor Hargraves is a senior Media Studies and Production major with a concentration in Media Analysis and a minor in Political Science. Working as an Audience Engagement Editor, she aims to deliver quality social media posts to enhance viewer engagement. Taylor is also currently working at 6abc in the Public Relations department focusing on community engagement. While offline, Taylor enjoys personal content creation and reading. Her favorite book this year is Luster by Raven Leilani. Taylor can be reached at taylor.hargraves@temple.edu.
Sara Wexler
Audience Engagement Editor
Sara Wexler is a senior advertising major with a concentration in brand strategy & research. This semester will be her first time working as an audience engagement editor for the Temple News, and she’s excited for the upcoming year. During the fall, Sara will also work as an influencer relations and social media marketing intern at the advertising agency Allen & Gerritsen. When Sara is not working, she enjoys cooking, playing with her cat, and going out in the city with friends. Feel free to reach out to Sara at sara.wexler@temple.edu.
Will Colavito
Multimedia Editor
Will Colavito is a sophomore film and media arts major. He is excited to take on the role of Multimedia Editor at The Temple News. Will freelances in sports photography and videography for high schools and colleges in the Pennsylvania and New Jersey area and creates content for social media. When he is not behind his camera, he enjoys watching football, making beats and going on trips with his friends. He can be reached at william.colavito@temple.edu
Nate Pullano
Multimedia Editor
Nate Pullano is excited to join The Temple News as Multimedia Editor. He’ll be working with the TTN Sports team to produce visual content. You can reach him at nate.pullano@temple.edu.
Data Editor
Rachel Townsend is a junior political science major with an environmental studies minor. This is her first year working as the Data Editor for The Temple News. She is excited to dive into the role and work with an amazing team. In her free time, she enjoys rock climbing, hiking, and taking care of her plants. She can be reached at tun23937@temple.edu.
Podcast Editor
Olivia Hall is a senior double majoring in Film & Media Arts and Media Studies and Production. She is ecstatic to be returning to The Temple News staff as the Podcast Editor for a second consecutive year. Her love for the art of sound stemmed from her alternative rap duo, Bug Milk. Olivia is a member of Temple’s fencing club and the Psi Colony of DKA. Currently, she is also an intern at Jam In The Van. In her quieter moments, she can be found drinking kombucha, making music, or reading manga. Olivia can be reached at oliviahallz@temple.edu
Isabella Medina
Web Editor
Isabella Medina is a senior film and media major and is excited to be joining The Temple News as Web Editor. She is thrilled to take on the role and be involved with Temple University. Isabella interned in Spain this summer for Siel Bleu, where she helped edit videos, redesign websites, and create graphics. She writes The Temple News’ weekly newsletter, The Rundown. Isabella enjoys working out, sports, travel, and food. She can be reached at isabella.medina@temple.edu.
Kurt Nolasco
Business Manager
Kurt Nolasco is excited to join The Temple News as Business Manager. You can reach him at kurt.nolasco@temple.edu.
Email the Advertising department at advertising@temple-news.com
Rose Mastrangelo
Advertising Manager
Rose Mastrangelo is a senior studying advertising, concentrating on brand strategy and research. She is grateful to be returning as one of two Advertising Managers for The Temple News. She is passionate about the environment and anything food related. In her free time can be found trying out new mediums of art. Rose recently completed an internship with 100 Roses From Concrete as a media planner and data analyzer. She is more than happy to connect at rose.mastrangelo@temple.edu.
Matthew Eaton
Advertising Manager
Matthew Eaton is a sophomore studying advertising, concentrating on account management and copywriting, while also studying theater. He is so thrilled to join The Temple News team this year as one of two Advertising Managers. He has experience at advertising firms such as The Martin Agency and McKinney Agency. Matthew studied abroad in Prague this past summer and experienced some of the great performance art and food the Czech Republic had to offer. One can connect with Matthew at tun91462@temple.edu.