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Palmer Magri

Palmer Magri of Charlotte, North Carolina, is the former managing editor of the Queens University News Service. A multimedia storytelling major, Palmer is a 2024 magna cum laude graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication. During her four years as an undergraduate, she reported, wrote, edited, produced video, and managed content for the news service.

South End is Ground Zero for Towing – The Perils of Parking in a Party Precinct

Elvis Menayese

Elvis Menayese of Cardiff, Wales, is a 2022 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication. Elvis majored in multimedia storytelling with a journalism concentration, and in English literature. He was a Knight summer scholar with the news service in 2021, and also competed as an athlete on the Queens soccer team.

Charlotte Bus Operators Say Poor City Infrastructure May Lead to Additional Violence Against Drivers 

Grace Wesoly

Grace Wesoly of Greensboro, North Carolina, is a 2022 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Grace was a Knight summer scholar with the news service in 2021, and also competed as an athlete on the Queens softball team.

A Raleigh Mom Raised a Paralympian, then Watcher Her Win Two Gold Medals from Across The World

Sam Carnes

Sam Carnes of Apex, North Carolina, is a 2023 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Sam served as managing editor of the Queens University News Service, and as a Rogers summer scholar. She was recognized for her reporting on community issues including the influence of state government politicians in university curricula, the impact of the reversal of Roe v. Wade on university campuses, and Charlotte pedestrian walkability. Her story on Charlotte 911 emergency call response times was published on the front page of The Charlotte Observer.

Tamales, Hallacas, and Humitas, Oh My! Unwrapping a Corn’y Holiday Tradition in Charlotte

Caroline Willingham

Caroline Willingham is a 2023 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Caroline served as managing editor of the Queens University News Service, as an intern with the Charlotte Journalism Collaborative, and was recognized for her reporting on community issues including emergency contraceptives on university campuses, affordable housing, and homelessness.

How Three Gen Z Women Curate Y2K Vintage Fashion

Kiarra Murrill

Kiarra Murrill of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a 2023 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University. An athlete on the cheer squad, Kiarra also served as an intern with the news service in fall 2023.

Against the Odds, a Few Small Charlotte Nonprofits are Thriving 

Mona Dougani

Mona Dougani of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a 2021 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Mona served as managing editor of the news service and as an intern with North Carolina Health News and with the Charlotte Journalism Collaborative.

Housing for Afghan Refugees is Scarce, But Charlotte Volunteers Are Gearing Up to Help

Simone Feast

Simone Feast of Raleigh, North Carolina, is a multimedia storytelling major in the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Simone is managing editor of the news service and was a 2023 Rogers summer scholar with the service.

Recognizing the Enslaved in Mecklenburg County: Historic Properties Are Writing New Chapters

Ellie Fitzgerald

Ellie Fitzgerald of Dublin, Ireland, is a 2023 graduate in multimedia storytelling in the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. She was also a member of the Queens field hockey team.

Charlotte’s Bike Safety Ranking Is Dismal. Education, More Lanes and a Network Could Help

Karsyn Sadler

Karsyn Sadler of Las Vegas, Nevada, is a communication and media studies major in the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Karsyn is also a midfielder for the Queen lacrosse team.

Practicing in Charlotte and Packing for Paris: Team USA Field Hockey Roster Announced

Devonte Thomas

Devonte Thomas of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a multimedia storytelling major in the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University.

How the Marvel Universe Exhibition Reveals Superpowers in a Charlotte Graphic Novelist

Casey Osiecki

Casey Osiecki of New Bern, North Carolina, is a 2024 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication at Queens University of Charlotte. Casey was also a member of the Queens golf team.

Bringing Native Americans Together in Charlotte: The Power of ‘Talking Circles’ in Urban Areas

April Little

April Little is a 2024 graduate in communication in the James L. Knight School at Queens University of Charlotte. April was a Rogers summer scholar with the news service in 2023 and also served as a multimedia producer for the Queens athletics broadcasting organization.

Artists ‘Bug Off’ to the Urban Outdoors, and A Beetle Becomes a Mobile Mural Machine

Vlada Maznytska

Vlada Maznytska of Rivne, Ukraine, is a 2022 graduate in multimedia storytelling at Queens University of Charlotte. Vlada was a Knight summer scholar with the news service, and also competed as an athlete on the Queens swimming team.

Environmentalists and Designers Examine New Ways of Looking at Water in Charlotte

Jane Lowery

Jane Lowery of Tumwater, Washington, is a 2023 graduate in multimedia storytelling at Queens University of Charlotte. Jane competed as an athlete on the Queens dance team.

Bring It On! Finally! A Charlotte Team Reveals the World of Competitive Dance

Nico Gomez

Nico Gomez of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a studied graphic design and marketing and is a 2024 graduate of Queens University of Charlotte.

Pineville Debuts Utility Box Makeover Just in Time for Arts in the Park

Nicole Casarrubias

Nicole Casarrubias of Charlotte, North Carolina, is a 2024 graduate of the James L. Knight School of Communication. Nicole was recognized with the Queens University News Service award for her work in summer 2023.

Bagels, Croissants and Tres Leches: You Knead to Know Who’s Behind These Charlotte Ethic Bakeries

Maggie Dineen

Maggie Dineen of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is a Spanish and professional writing major at Queens University of Charlotte. Maggie was a Rogers summer scholar with the news service in 2023. In 2024, Maggie won a Projects for Peace grant to document the voice of migrants in Guatemala.

What Queens Students Learned at The Border: How Faith Fuels the Immigrant Journey

Joe Wilwerding

Joe Wilwerding of Des Moines, Iowa, is a conservation biology major at Queens University of Charlotte. He is also a member of the Queens triathlon team.

The Bird Science of ‘Imping’: A Glimpse into North Carolina’s Science Tourism

Finian Curran

Finian Curran of Charlotte is a 2024 graduate of Queens University of Charlotte, with a major in conservation biology.

As Graduation Season Begins in Charlotte, a Modest Tribute to College Campus Wildlife