Name: Lauren Andrego
Position at TM: Director
Class: Senior
Major: Communication and Journalism, minor in English
Hometown: Mankato, MN
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Breakfast quesadilla from T’s
Favorite TM story: coverage of Arrupe College in Chicago
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “I chose to join TM for the awesome opportunities it allows students to do real-life reporting. I stayed for the amazing people I’ve met along the way :)”
Name: Sophie Carson
Position at TM: Production Editor
Class: Senior
Major: Communications and Journalism, Spanish
Hometown: New Berlin, Wisconsin
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Pancakes Sunday morning with all the toppings!
Favorite TM story: Tommie Spotlight: Dr. Buri
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “It was a great way to get involved in real-life journalism with a talented group of students.”
Name: Noah Brown
Position at TM: Sports Editor
Class: Junior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Cheese curds at Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: Alex Fenske Feature
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “It’s important to tell the stories of the St. Thomas community and it’s a great way to get to know a lot of people and places on campus.”
Name: Emily Sweeney
Position at TM: University Affairs Editor
Class: Junior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Ramen
Favorite TM story: New space blends education and technology
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “People are stories. Live it, share it, learn more.”
Name: Natalie Koerbitz
Position at TM: Studio Producer
Class: Senior
Major: Human Resources and Business Communications
Hometown: Andover, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Pasta bar at the View
Favorite TM story: N/A
Why did you choose TommieMedia: To learn more about the production process and to meet new people.”
Name: Annie Kopas
Position at TM: Web Manager
Class: Senior
Major: English, Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Northfield, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Stir fry bar at the view
Favorite TM story: Squirrels of St. Thomas
Why did you choose TommieMedia: I love being part of a media organization that reports on issues directly relevant to students on campus, all while growing the future of journalism and the media.
Name: Gamiel Hall
Position at TM: Reporter
Class: Senior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Eden Prairie, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: A burger at Food for Thought (Minneapolis Campus)
Favorite TM story: Students vs. Neighbors
Why did you choose TommieMedia: To broaden my journalism skill set and get the opportunity to learn everyday.
Name: Brady Halbmaier
Position at TM: Reporter
Class: Sophomore
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Minnetonka, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Anything from Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: N/A
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “I want to work in this field.”
Name: Kyle Manderfeld
Position at TM: Reporter
Class: Junior
Major: Marketing
Hometown: Prior Lake, MN
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Chipotle chicken wrap from Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: N/A
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “To improve my communication skills and experiment with different platforms.”
Name: Solveig Rennan
Position at TM: Reporter
Class: Sophomore
Major: Communications and Journalism with a minor in Political Science
Hometown: Duluth, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Airhead Bites and a Grape Propel from Summit Marketplace
Favorite TM story: St. Thomas professor named to political watchlist
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “I didn’t choose TommieMedia, TommieMedia chose me.”
Name: Mackenzie Bailey
Position at TM: Reporter
Class: Sophomore
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Rosemount, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Turkey Burger at Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: N/A
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “I chose TommieMedia because I have a passion for relaying honest and interesting news to the public. I believe a community is more cohesive and successful if they are informed.”
Name: Jonathan Westerberg
Position at TM: Designer
Class: Senior
Major: Communications and Journalism, Creative Multimedia
Hometown: Saint Paul, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Anything from Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: N/A
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “TommieMedia is a great place to express my creativity and have an audience. Producing high-quality multimedia is something I love to do.”
Name: Christine Hastings
Position at TM: Creative Designer
Class: Junior
Major: Business Communication
Hometown: Chanhassen, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Ice Cream at the Binz
Favorite TM story: Tommie-Johnnie Coverage
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “I wanted to find a way to use my creativity and share it with the world!”
Name: Amanda Gasow
Position at TM: Ad Sales
Class: Junior
Major: Marketing
Hometown: Chaska, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Hot off the Press sandwich at the Binz
Favorite TM story: Student shot in dorm
Why did you choose TommieMedia: It’s a great way to gain experience in this field and be a part of a fantastic team. I absolutely loved working here last semester and made sure to apply again!
Name: Ryley Hoff
Position at TM: Advertising
Class: Senior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Stillwater, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Double shot espresso on ice with whip
Favorite TM story: Students vs Neighbors
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “To make friends, gain experience and make the most of TommieMedia.”
Name: Keely Smith
Position at TM: PR Associate
Class: Senior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Wautee, Iowa
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Tomato gouda soup from the View
Favorite TM story: Neighbors vs. Students
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “It’s the best combo of news for me and it rocks!”
Name: Aaron Cornelius
Position at TM: PR Associate
Class: Junior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Apple Valley, Minnesota
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Mac and cheese bites from Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: Students vs. Neighbors
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “Because I love selling to and reaching people.”
Name: Kate Smarjesse
Position at TM: PR Representative
Class: Junior
Major: Communications and Journalism
Hometown: Peoria, Illinois
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Chicken fingers
Favorite TM story: Anything about the swim team
Why did you choose TommieMedia: “It’s a great way to gain experience and get involved on campus outside of the swim team.”
Name: Katie Schlotfeldt
Position at TM: Advertising Manager
Class: Senior
Major: Strategic Communications
Hometown: Apple Valley, MN
Favorite thing to eat on campus: Chicken Bacon Ranch wrap at Scooter’s
Favorite TM story: N/A
Why did you choose TommieMedia: I wanted real world experience, while supporting the University that I love so much!
Name: Marcel Montiel
Position: Advertising Sales Representative
Class: Senior
Major: Communications & Journalism – Ad & PR
Hometown: Waconia, MN
Favorite thing to eat on Campus: Scooter’s Peanut Butter & Bacon Burger
Favorite TM Story: Students react to neighbors’ frustration with partying
Why did you choose TommieMedia: TommieMedia is a great opportunity to gain real world experience working in the field of Communications and Journalism. It provides a fun, friendly, and most importantly, positive student run environment.