As you can already see, my name is Julianna Metdepenningen, but you can call me Jewels. I spent more time deciding what picture to use here than actually thinking about what to write for this introduction. I am a very active person, and I enjoy working out and playing sports— […]

I am a seeker of truth, knowledge and inspiration. When writing a bio, I am at a loss. How can one explain who they are when they are in constant flux? I embrace the unexpected and look for the experiences that will force me to change. Journalism is a catalyst […]

You know that phase kids go through, where they ask ‘why’ about every little thing? I never grew out of that phase. I constantly want to learn more, meet new people, and most importantly, find out why things are the way they are. Writing for the Agora gives me an […]

How would I, Gracyn Wener, explain Gracyn Wener?  She’s a stereotypical Aries. A constant violator of twitter’s community guidelines. A self-described Beatles historian (she literally cried when she walked across Abbey Road). A chronic wearer of plaid. Frequent Starbucks customer. Really big fan of Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson. A lover […]

My friends and family may think I joined the Agora because of my parents’ careers in journalism. I joined, rather, to get involved with a college organization, keep students informed about the campus, and share my pop culture interests in writing. Both my mom and dad went to college for reporting, […]

Hi, my name is Kaylena Watson. This is my second year at MCCC and this is my first semester on the Agora. I am very excited to be a part of it. I decided in the future would like to transfer to Siena Heights University due to their Professional Communications […]

Hello! My name is Juliet Jefts, this is my first year on the Agora staff, though I’ve had a few pieces published with the paper last semester as free-lance. I’m an Ida High School graduate, an alumni of the band, choir and theater programs. I’ve joined the Agora hoping to […]

My name is Carla Cohen, but my maiden name is Carla Crockett. I started writing for the Agora in 2009 and have been on staff off and on for the last 10 years. I started because I felt Journalism was my calling but now I’m going for Graphic Design. My […]