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The Point 2024-2025 staff
Read up on our editorial team and managerial team who are leading the The Point this year.
Editor in Chief
Charis Johnston is a fifth-year double major in multimedia journalism and graphic design. She has been a staff writer at The Point since her freshman year, worked as Features editor for two years and is now serving as the Editor-in-chief for The Point. Upon graduating in May, Charis hopes to work in reporting and investigative journalism while integrating her passion for design. Ultimately, she hopes to be part of a documentary team one day.
Copy Editor
Reyna Huff is a fourth-year multimedia journalism major with a minor in women’s studies. After graduation she hopes to pursue a career in investigative journalism and news reporting.
News Editor
Tessa Balc is a fourth-year, double majoring in political science and multimedia journalism with a writing concentration. Her plans are to pursue journalism after she graduates, with the hope of becoming a documentarian one day.
Features Editor
Sydney Brammer is a third-year multimedia journalism major with a writing concentration. She is hoping to pursue investigative or business print journalism for a local newspaper.
Arts & Entertainment Editor
Nick Hancock is a fourth-year multimedia journalism major with a minor in marketing. After graduation, Nick hopes to work in the marketing field and do freelance A&E writing on the side.
Sports Editor
Cade Michaelson is a third-year multimedia journalism major with a minor in media communications. He hopes to find a future career in sports media. Cade is specifically interested in sports writing, whether it is covering a team or writing in-depth analysis pieces.
Opinion Editor
Steve Anderson is a fourth-year multimedia journalism major with a minor in literature. Steve plans on pursuing a career in journalism and writing, specifically surf and music writing. He also has interest in teaching english and literature in the future.
Web Manager
Grace Barrera is a fourth-year multimedia journalism major with concentration in writing. Her plans after graduation are to work in the magazine industry, incorporating her love for design and journalism. She also plans to work in multimedia journalism, hopefully abroad.
Business Manager
Kent Johnson is a fourth-year business administration major with a minor in ecology. In the future he hopes to work in the realm of sustainability where he can make an impact in protecting the environment.
Layout Manager
Claire Plath is a fourth-year multimedia journalism major and graphic design minor. She is open to any career that involves her passions in writing and artistic creativity.
Social Media Manager
Kelli Kinder is a fourth-year marketing major at PLNU. She hopes to one day become a creative director.
