Launched in 2021, student journalists in the program produce stories with the help of faculty in the James L. Knight School of Communication. Stories are then shared with local media for publication.
More than 100 students have already contributed to QNS and their work has appeared in WFAE 90.7 FM, WCNC-Charlotte, The Charlotte Observer, QCity Metro, Qnotes, La Noticia, The Charlotte Ledger, Carolina Public Press and other news outlets. The Knight School of Communication is a founding partner in the Charlotte Journalism Collaborative and students have the opportunity to work on collaborative series and projects.
Student Reporters
Sawyer Davis is from Morehead City, N.C. and is a freshman in the Sport Communication program. He also competes on the Men’s Track and Field team at Queens University. Before coming to Charlotte, Sawyer hosted a podcast in his hometown. This allowed him to share history and news with residents while also building his resume in journalism.
Brennan Hodges is from Whispering Pines, N.C. and is a sophomore in the Sport Communication program. He also competes on the Men’s Track and Field team at Queens University. Brennan also works as a freelance sports photographer for local high school and college athletics.
Jocelyn Hunter is from Troutman, N.C. and is a senior in the Multimedia Storytelling program. She is also a member of the Campus Union Board at Queens University and has worked professionally as a social media content producer with Charlotte-area racetracks.
Astrid Ramirez Guerrero grew up here in Charlotte and is a senior in the Multimedia Storytelling program. She is also majoring in Graphic Design and is exploring freelance opportunities in creating logos, flyers and designs for individuals and small businesses.
Mary Shanahan is from Hillsborough, N.C. and is a sophomore in the Literary Studies program in the College of Arts and Sciences. She is also a member of the Women’s Swimming team at Queens University.
Chase Williams is from Apex, N.C. and is a junior in the Multimedia Storytelling program.
Local stories. Student voices. Real impact.
Students on the Editorial Team are enrolled in the Practicum: Queens Student Media course. The course provides a hands-on practicum in content conception, production, editing, promotion and management.
Stay tuned for stories from these students and others enrolled in the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Learn more about the program here.
Queens University News Service stories are prepared by students in the James L. Knight School of Communication with supervision and editing from faculty and staff. The James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte provides the news service in support of local community news.
