Reporting & Writing
Upon entering the newsroom, I was hesitant to try my hand at reporting and writing; it wasn’t until my second year on staff that I found the courage to do so. From there, I discovered the power of storytelling. Interviewing members of my community has since become one of my favorite aspects of journalism.
THE CC EFFECT
NSPA Story of the Year: Multimedia Sports Story Honorable Mention
Smashing records, selling out arenas and shooting threes, the Iowa women’s basketball team has become an inspiration everywhere. Caitlin Clark’s legacy transcends her record-breaking career, as she has brought together Iowans and basketball fans across the nation.
WHAT'S THE RACKET?
Best of SNO
Pickleball, the internet’s newest recreational sensation, has long dominated the leisurely hours of older generations. However, now sparking the interest of youth, pickleball has recently taken over West.
WEST VOLLEYBALL HOSTS ANNUAL LIVE LIKE LINE TOURNAMENT
IHSPA Sports Story: Game or Season Recap Honorable Mention
The Trojans played five games in the annual Live Like Line Tournament Sep. 9.
WOMEN OF WEST
IHSPA Feature Story 1st Place
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Best of SNO
Since 1968, countless women have walked the halls of West, and in honor of Women’s History Month, WSS interviewed some notable West alumni, among others.
MUSICIANS TAKE ON ALL-STATE
IHSPA Multimedia Story 3rd Place
On Nov. 18, 40 selected West musicians and vocalists — of the 1,093 statewide participants — performed at the Hilton Coliseum for the 77th Iowa All-State Music Festival.
KIRPES WITH A MATHEMATICAL PURPOSE
Math teacher James Kirpes shares his journey to West and how his experiences have shaped his 32 years of teaching.
