EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Aileen is a LSWA Student Leader studying Business, Sustainability, and Complex Systems She is so excited to help run the Arts & Lit Journal this year! Aileen likes to read books, take walks in nature, and write poetry.

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Charlie (they/them) is a second-year student studying Cognitive Science and Creative Writing at the University of Michigan. They are looking forward to seeing all the brilliant art that this year's LSWA students create. In their spare time, they enjoy reading, crocheting, and collecting little trinkets.

ADVISOR

Mitali Khanna Sharma (she/her) joined LSWA as the journal advisor in 2022. With a background in editing, design, and poetry, she enjoys supporting LSWA students in cultivating a supportive and enriching literary/arts publication. Outside of Lloyd Hall, you might also find Mita working on her graduate studies in the School of Environment and Sustainability.

VISUAL ART/MIXED MEDIA EDITOR, ILLUSTRATOR

Liz is a freshman from Ann Arbor who loves all things art and design! She’s very excited to see all of the wonderful submissions this year and hopes to experiment with creative writing at LSWA. In her free time, she enjoys doing anything whether it’s going to an art museum or making bracelets at the diag!

WRITING EDITOR, LAYOUT EDITOR

Addie Siembieda (she/her) is a first year student from Albuquerque New Mexico studying business administration at the University of Michigan. She has written for Albuquerque the Magazine and her poetry has been recognized by the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. In her free time, she loves running, lifting, going to football games, and photographing sunsets.

WRITING EDITOR, SOCIAL MEDIA EDITOR

Sophia Watha is a third-year student at the University of Michigan. She is pursuing a degree in Economics with a minor in English. In her free time, she loves baking, reading, and traveling. She is excited to have the opportunity to be part of LSWA's Arts and Literary Journal Club!

WRITING EDITOR, WEB EDITOR

Hi, I'm Tolu! I'm an aspiring game developer who enjoys sewing, knitting, and gaming. I like to try everything at least once, so I’ve dabbled in many things outside of my typical hobbies. I fondly remember my time in middle school when I joined my first poetry club, which encouraged me to continue writing poems and creating short stories throughout high school. When I read, I feel as if I'm transported into the story itself - and this immersion is what I find the most fascinating about works of fiction.

WRITING EDITOR

Sam Yu (he/him) is a freshmen at the University of Michigan. He is considering in pursuing business. Sam is very excited for LSWA, for he has written a few too many poems to get here.

WRITING EDITOR

Eddy Holcomb (he/him) is a freshman student at the University of Michigan studying Microbiology. Outside of LSWA, Eddy is a member of the Michigan Marching Band and enjoys playing tennis as well as reading and writing poetry. He is thrilled to be a part of this year’s Arts and Literary Journal Club!

VISUAL ART/MIXED MEDIA EDITOR, LAYOUT EDITOR

Aidan is a first-year student in the U-M College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. In addition to journaling about their favorite books, albums, and topics of interest, Aidan enjoys walking, cycling, and experiencing the autumn season.

VISUAL ART/MIXED MEDIA EDITOR, ILLUSTRATOR

Briella Beemer (she/her) is a freshman at the University of Michigan studying computer science. While she may be taking mostly STEM classes, creativity is one of her main passions. She has many hobbies she enjoys doing, such as writing, drawing, and music. She is excited to see all the amazing work that LSWA students will be putting out this year!

VISUAL ART/MIXED MEDIA EDITOR, ILLUSTRATOR

Kat Luzadas (she/him) is a first year LSA student on the premed track. She looks forwards to reviewing and seeing everyone's additions to the journal! Outside of LSWA, she is involved in the Filipino American Student Association (FASA) and United Asian American Organizations (UAAO). In his spare time, she loves to paint and write letters for her loved ones.

VISUAL ART/MIXED MEDIA EDITOR, WEB EDITOR, ILLUSTRATOR

Addie Henkel is a first-year student pursuing a major in environmental engineering. Visual art and music are her main jam, and she's very excited to be working with the Arts and Lit crew to showcase all kinds of artistic expression.

WRITING EDITOR

Mackenzie Parker (she/her) is a first-year English student at the University of Michigan. As a published writer—her work featured in the February 2024 issue of Best Version Media's The Heart of Texas Corners magazine—she delights in her position to glimpse the creative works of the many talented students of LSWA. To balance her studies, she enjoys reading, watching her favorite films, and exploring the foods and culture of Ann Arbor.

VISUAL ART/MIXED MEDIA EDITOR

Rebecca is a freshman from Taipei, Taiwan who is pursuing a dual degree in business administration and biophysics. She has always been interested in visual and 3D arts. In her free time, she enjoys running, biking, and hiking.