Syrian Activist Tells His Story
Success story. Syrian activist Omar Alshogre visited campus Sept. 22. Alshogre escaped a Syrian prison after three years of torture and starvation, originally being arrested for peacefully protesting against the Arab government. "Being in a Syrian prison made me who I am today."
About the Writers
Sophie Navin, Online Editor
Sophie Navin is a second-year staffer and the Editor for Tiger News Online. She is most excited to make the online site more cohesive, bring back the podcast, and reach more students through journalism. Outside of Tiger News she plays guitar, gets Cherry Limeades at Sonic, and works at Camp Aldersgate on the weekends. She is looking forward to this stressful, yet exciting year.
Edward Pope, Managing Editor
Edward Pope, a junior, is serving his second year on staff. He likes writing personality profiles and discovered his love for photography towards the end of last year. Outside of being excited to take a more active role in Tiger News as managing editor, he likes rowing, playing the guitar, video games, and listening to anything rock and roll.
Steele Matthews, Reporter
Junior Steele Matthews is a first-year reporter on Tiger News. She looks forward to developing visual design elements that can add a sense of credibility to a publication. In her free time, Steele not only dances competitively but also advocates for intersectional environmentalism as the president of the LRCH Beekeeping and Gardening Club.
Clem Fortune, Entertainment Editor
Clem Fortune is returning to Tiger News for his second year on staff. He looks forward to hearing from the variety of voices in the newsroom. Outside of Central, Clem enjoys biking, hanging out with friends, and occasionally cooking, particularly meatloaf.
