Amanda Healy is a senior majoring in Journalism with a minor in Advertising. Since freshman year, she has written for both the culture and food sections of The Buzz, and since junior year, she has been the editor of the travel section. The Buzz has shaped her college experience, and she has loved every second of it. It is incredibly fulfilling to learn how the magazine operates and have an outlet to talk about her passions, like concerts and pop culture, and explore deeper topics through print pieces.

Chanel Thorpe is a Junior at BU studying Data Science and Advertising. This is her fourth semester writing for the BUZZ. Previously she was on the Charcoal online writing team for Spring 23’ and Strike for Spring 23’ and Fall 23’. She is also a campus leader for Notion at BU! Chanel enjoys writing about various topics surrounding pop culture and relatable news or events. Apart from writing, she loves to draw, play tennis, seek out new cafes to try, and play games. You’ll always find her with airpods in her ears or headphones on as she navigates the day.

Yasmine Chang is a sophomore majoring in Journalism and Advertising at Boston University. She has been a Layout Designer for The Buzz since Spring 2024 and maintains that role as she begins her new role as a Culture Writer. She is also part of Student Government as the Communications Cabinet Deputy, BU Fashion & Retail Association as the Social Media Graphic Designer, Phi Alpha Delta as an active member, Women Changemakers for Education as a media intern and The Daily Free Press as a new Lifestyle writer. Yasmine uses The Buzz as a creative outlet to write and design as she explores outlets relating to social advocacy, food and pop culture. Apart from writing, Yasmine also enjoys trying new foods, hanging out with her friends and perfecting her matcha latte recipe.

Isabelle is a graduate student from Denver, CO studying Journalism at BU. She has a B.A. in Cultural Anthropology with a minor in Sociology from Colorado State University and graduated in 2023. This is her first semester as a writer for The Buzz and she is also the co-editor of The Buzz’s new podcast. Isabelle previously worked as a news writer and camera operator for BUTV’s election special, “United We Vote”, but loves covering anything from pop culture to sports in any medium from writing to video. She is excited to be part of the team this semester and looks forward to collaborating with other talented creatives! When she’s not writing, Isabelle enjoys lifting, playing volleyball, exploring Boston with her friends and playing the guitar.

Angelica Marin is a sophomore majoring in media science and minoring in economics. She has been a contributing member of The Buzz since Fall 2024, starting on the multimedia team and later adding on a position as a culture writer. The Buzz has provided Angelica with a consistent way to express herself creatively and has brought her several close friends who share her passion and interest in writing and pop culture. Angelica’s writing and mass communication skills have been strengthened throughout her time at The Buzz, and she can’t wait to continue learning more!

Hannah Hoffman is a sophomore at BU studying English. She is a transfer student from Fordham University where she studied Journalism. Her home is in Pennsylvania, right outside of Philadelphia. This is her first semester writing for the Buzz. Previously she has worked on the Fordham Newspaper as a columnist, in which she wrote student profiles. She is thrilled to be working in a creative space with other students who enjoy writing and creativity as much as her! In her free time she reads, mostly realistic fiction or romance books. There is always music playing in the background of her world, right now she is on a late 90s kick. She also loves being with her friends and family, and will never pass up an opportunity to hangout with her loved ones.