EDITORIAL BOARD
2024 - 2025
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Tia Trinh (she/her)
Writing & Literature, 4th Year
I joined TBL because I wanted to be a part of a welcoming journalistic community and to work to uplift the student voices around me. I'm excited to watch the newspaper grow alongside the vibrant community that makes up UC Santa Barbara!
Outside of TBL, I can be found reading, baking, and drinking a bit too much coffee!
EXECUTIVE CONTENT EDITOR
Cassandra Pataky
English, 3rd Year
I joined TBL to improve my writing skills, and, since joining, I have learned much more than that, including the rules of journalistic integrity, how to manage deadlines, and interpersonal skills! Outside of TBL, I enjoy exploring nature - anything from watching the sunsets at Devs to backpacking through the Sierras - trying new recipes, and practicing my Spanish.
EXECUTIVE MANAGING EDITOR
Diana Proano (she/her)
English, 5th Year
Since joining TBL, I've been really excited for the opportunity to put myself out there and gain more experience in storytelling, to share with others!
A little bit about me, when I have free time, I enjoy doing a variety of different things. I like anything photography and film related, gaming, reading, baking, thrifting, and staying active with different sports.
SENIOR COPY EDITOR
Sophie Najm (she/her)
Writing & Literature, 4th Year
My name is Sophie Najm and I am a senior Writing & Literature student. This is my third year at TBL, and I am excited to work as Senior Copy Editor with our amazing copy team!
Outside of TBL, I love screenwriting, video games, baking, and music.
COPY EDITOR
Avalon Lee
Writing & Literature, 3rd Year
I'm Avalon Felice Lee! I am pursuing a BA in writing & literature and a minor in Asian American studies as a third year. I write fiction and poetry. In my spare time, I enjoy yarn art and books.
In my spare time, I enjoy knitting/crocheting, thriller movies, and books.
FEATURES EDITOR
Evangeline Ford
Art and Film & Media Studies, 1st Year
My name is Evangeline Ford and I’m a first year art major! I’m also interested in food, politics, and movies. My hobbies include painting, going to the gym, and occasionally baking. I’m thrilled to be a part of The Bottom Line this year!
OPINIONS EDITOR
Alice Dehghanzadeh
English, 2nd Year
My name is Alice Dehghanzadeh, and I'm a sophomore studying English and French. I'm so excited to be a section editor for The Bottom Line! When I'm not writing or editing, my hobbies include reading, spending time outside in nature with friends, devouring sushi, and singing poorly on karaoke nights!
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR
Jasmine Liang
Writing & Literature, 4th Year
I'm so happy to join TBL this year and contribute to the student-first journalism TBL promotes! In my section, you can find articles about local cuisine, games, and social media, all of which I have a deep interest in as a foodie, gamer, and TikTok doom scroller.
I'm particularly a huge fan of "Little Nightmares" and "Valorant," but I also design and write games myself. Besides games, I mainly write and consume scifi and fantasy media, like "Severance," "Arrival," and "The Poppy War."
NEWS EDITOR
Ariana Duckett
Writing & Literature with Earth Science Minor, 3rd Year
I'm Ariana, and I'm a 3rd year Writing and Literature major. I moonlight as a bookworm, barbecue sauce consumer, and Special Projects Coordinator for the Trans Queer Commission. When not proofreading TBL articles, you can find me listening to music (often one song at a time), looking out the window, or researching what books to read next. This is my second year at TBL.
In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, roller skating, and researching what books to read next.
SCIENCE & TECH EDITOR
Abi Lim
Pre-Biopsychology, History of Public Policy and Law, 2nd Year
ART DIRECTOR
Akela Craig
Art, 4th Year
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Maddie Cupples
Art, 3rd year
PHOTO EDITOR
Theo May
Film & Media Studies, 3rd Year
PHOTO EDITOR
Emilie Harris
Communication, 4th Year
Emilie Harris is a fourth-year Communication major pursuing a minor in Professional Writing. Aside from her career goals, Emilie loves photography, singing Taylor Swift songs, and going to concerts. When she’s not avidly networking on LinkedIn, you can find her sunbathing and attempting to swim at the beach with her friends.
SENIOR STAFF
Sasha Nikanova
Undeclared, 1st Year
MARKETING
Shelby Appice
Communication, 4th Year
Hi! I'm Shelby Appice, and I am a fourth year Communication major with an interest in public relations and journalism. TBL has allowed me to explore my passions and interests while being surrounded by supportive, hard-working, like-minded individuals.
In my free time and other than writing, I love to be active, outdoors, and with friends and family!
SOCIAL MEDIA
