Dara Carr

Cheryl Kwapong: Lifestyle & Politics Columnist

Hometown: Buford, GA

Major: Journalism | Minor: Political Science

2nd Yr. Politics and people are my passion. I love talking about topics that invoke deep thought. I am a walking Frank Ocean stan account and there’s a 99.99% chance my taste in music is better than yours. I’m also a Sagittarius sun and moon so you’re welcome.

Chukwuayanam “Yana” Obiekwe:  Lifestyle Columnist

Hometown: Snellville, GA

Major: Undecided

1st Yr. I have always loved writing pieces that allowed me to use my passion on certain topics to convey a message. I’m passionate about anything from social injustices, personal pieces, to any and everything J. Cole.

Andrew Frierson: Sport Columnist

Hometown: Magee, Mississippi

Major: Marketing

2nd Yr. I am passionate about two things in life: sports and writing. I am a huge Boston fan across every sport with the exception of baseball (Go Dodgers!). Anytime you see me, I will be listening to music. I hope to bring light to many different topics through my writing in the future.

Kamaya Brantley: Lifestyle Columnist

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Major: Agriscience and Environmental Systems | Minor: English

2nd Year. Yes-I am a whole STEM major. However, writing has always been my passion. I also love shopping, dancing, nature, and cats (but dogs are pretty great too).  I have a lot to say, so stay tuned!

Jayla Johnson: Editor & Politics/Entertainment | Sports Columnist

Hometown: Riverdale, GA

Major: Journalism | Minor: Consumer Economics | Certificate: Sports Media

2nd Year. I love writing and dancing. I mostly watch drama shows, football, and basketball on television. I am sociable which drove my passion towards getting a Bachelors in Journalism and Consumer Journalism. I hope to reach my goal of being a prime time news anchor for Channel 2 Action News and explore reporting in sports for ESPN. My ultimate career goal is to work for Good Morning America.

Tylar Norman: Lifestyle

Hometown: Conyers, Ga

Major: Journalism | Minor: Spanish

2nd Year. A few of my favorite things include shopping — bank account permitting, photography, scrolling through pictures of puppies, and entertaining myself with the world around me. One day I will travel the world.

Sydney Gibbs: Sports Writer

Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina

Major: Broadcast Journalism and Sports Management

1st Year. I’m a crazy, passionate, and dedicated sports fan that spends most of the time sleeping, eating, writing or watching old sports highlights. Writing has always been a therapeutic activity that I’ve always enjoyed doing so being able to do that for ELITE is perfect! There are various topics I can’t wait to write about so stay tuned!

Kerbi Rucker

Hometown: Douglasville, GA

Major: Human Development and Family Science

3rd Year. I love writing pieces that no one wants to talk about, but everyone is thinking about!

Christelle Anani : Health & Wellness |Life Columnist

Hometown: Lawrenceville, Georgia

Major: Marketing | Minor: Chinese Literature & Language

2nd Year. I love all aspects of music and dance. Self-proclaimed milly rocking connoisseur. I aspire and am learning to be the best that I can be. I am on a journey of self-awareness & love and am striving to grow by pushing the limits of my comfort zone.

William Jenkins

Jessica Marie Clayton: Sports Writer | Life Columnist

Hometown: Americus, Georgia

Major: Journalism

I absolutely love animals, especially dogs, and my heart’s passion is traveling.

Alexas Durr : Columnist

Hometown: Atlanta, GA

Major: Human Development |Minor: Sports Management

4th Year. Crime show lover + music, sports, and beauty enthusiast + ultimate nap and organization expert. My ultimate goal in life is to leave places better where I found them. I’m pursuing a career in Sports & Entertainment and blog as my stress reliever.

Andrea Hill

Hometown: Douglasville, GA

Majors: Physics and Economics

2nd Year. I’ve been in love with learning since I was born, and I want to keep hearing and telling stories until I die.

AlSherrae’ Ray: Movies/Film | Life columnist

Hometown: South Fulton County, Atlanta, GA

Major: Theatre

I am six feet one inch of love and fun! I enjoy reading, writing and acting. I love each of these because they allow me to be someone else for momentarily, but also teach me how to become a better person. I hope to bring to ELITE my passion for topics that occur in my personal life and speak for those who cannot speak.