Our Team

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Hannah MacFarlane

Editor-in-Chief

Hi everyone! I’m Hannah (she/her), one of the Co-Editor-In-Chiefs this academic year for The Argosy. I’m currently in my fourth year here at Mt.A, double-majoring in English and psychology. The Argosy has definitely been one of the highlights of my time here at Mt.A, so I’m thrilled to keep sharing stories with the campus and the greater Tantramar community. I’m beyond excited to lead such a fantastic team this year alongside Jaya. 

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Jaya Condran

Editor-in-Chief

Hi! My name is Jaya Condran and I’m from Cole Harbour, NS, and my pronouns are she/her. It’s my third year here at Mt. A, where I study Politics, Philosophy, and Economics. It’s also my third year here at The Argosy and I am so honoured to be a Co-Editor-in-Chief alongside Hannah. We have so much in store for our fellow students and Tantramar community thanks to our amazing team of over 30 staff hard at work on Volume 155. A fun fact about me is that I was once interviewed by CBC about the amazing work we do here at The Argosy.

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Priscilla Asiamah

Business Manager

Hi, I’m Priscilla Asiamah (she/her) and I am a Commerce major with a minor in International Politics. I’m originally from Ghana- West Africa and I basically just take care of the business side of things here at the Argosy. I love watching tv series and enjoy solving complex puzzles.

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Zhiarbyl Arcangel

HR and Audit Manager

My name is Z and I’m from Riverview, New Brunswick. I am pursuing a degree in Commerce with a French minor. I was formerly an Arts and Culture reporter and this is my second year with The Argosy. In my free time, I enjoy making short films and hiking up waterfalls.

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Daniel Hennigar

News Editor

Hey! I’m Daniel, the News Editor of The Argosy. I come from Port Williams, Nova Scotia and am in my fourth year at Mount Allison studying International Relations. When I’m not hanging out with my dog, I love to listen to music (SZA and Kendrick are my favs) and take part in musical theatre. I look forward to collaborating with several other writers to create great content! P.S. check out my show on CHMA, The Argosy After Hours Podcast.

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Ella Boudreau

Arts & Culture Editor

Hello everyone! My name is Ella Boudreau and I am from Greenfield, Nova Scotia! I am in my fourth year majoring in English and minoring in Drama. This is my first year with the Argosy, and my first year as the Arts and Culture Editor! In my free time, I like hanging out at the Motyer Fancy Theatre, and go to the gym!

Ariana Hislop

Ariana Hislop

Opinions Manager

Hi! I am a fourth-year English and History major from Pictou County, NS. This is my second year with The Argosy and I’m super excited to take on the role of Opinions Editor this year. Have an opinion you’d like to voice? Student contributions are welcome and encouraged! Please visit the “Contact Us” page for more information.

Augustine Kelly

Augustine Kelly

Copy Editor

Hi my name is Augustine (they/she) and I’m from Vancouver, British Columbia! I am a third year Religious Studies major with a Philosophy minor. In my spare time love all sorts of needle work, baking, and watching terrible reality tv dating shows. I look forward to working with everyone at The Argosy this year!

Dawson Cormier

Dawson Cormier

Humor Editor

Hello! My name is Dawson Cormier (he/him) and this is my second year as the humour editor for The Argosy. I am an English and drama major here at Mt. A and you can typically catch me in the Motyer-Fancy theatre! If I’m not there you’ll find me trying to figure my way out of this website, please help me I got sucked into the computer and can’t find my way out. Oh my god it’s so dark in here. I can’t find the exit please send help.

Louisa Whitmore

Louisa Whitmore

News Reporter

I’m from North Vancouver, BC, and I’m in my fourth year studying International Relations and French here at Mount Allison. Since I plan to work in journalism, I’m very excited to join the Argosy this year as a news reporter! I love storytelling, writing, and words in general, and in my free time you can find me reading or wandering around Waterfowl Park. Feel free to say hi if you see me on campus!

Forest Holbrook

Forest Holbrook

News Reporter

Hi! My name is Forest and I am from Maine. I am a fourth-year double majoring in environmental studies and geography. This is my second year as a News Reporter. I’m looking forward to covering both local sackville news and significant events happening around the world. I’m especially passionate writing about environmental news. In my free time I enjoy going for nature walks, hiking, and cooking.

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Leyla Atli

News Reporter

Hello, my name is Leyla! I’m a second year International Relations major. I’m half Turkish/half Canadian and I grew up in Ankara, Turkey. I love music and play the piano in my free time. I’m a news reporter at the Argosy and this is my second year being so. I mostly write about politics, as expected, but I’m excited to see what else we’ll put on the table as a team! (Keep an eye out for it)

Jaya Kotalwi

Jaya Kotalwi

News Reporter

Hi everyone, I am Jaya and I am from Vancouver, B.C. This is my first year with the Argosy as a news reporter and I am so excited to apart of the Argosy this year. Currently I am in the PPE program and am getting a minor in classics. In my free time I enjoy reading, crochet and going on walks.

Alyssa Manuel

Alyssa Manuel

News Reporter

Hi, my name is Alyssa, and I am a fourth-year student from Grand Falls-Windsor, NL. I am majoring in English, and minoring in psychology and history. Outside of school, I love reading, playing pickleball, and watching Jeopardy! This will be my second year working with The Argosy, and I love being a part of this team!

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Jan Miroslav

Arts & Culture Reporter

Hello lovely people! I’m Jan Miroslav (they/them) and I’m a fourth-year music student minoring in German Studies. I enjoy learning languages, singing, knitting, and diving into random rabbit holes of information. When I’m not on campus, you can find me at a yarn shop or making coffees.

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Leon Campos Teixeira

Arts & Culture Reporter

Hi, my name is Leon Teixeira (he/him)! I am an international student from Brazil. This is my fourth year at Mount Allison University. I am currently working towards an International Relations degree. I also have a background in Fine Arts. In my free time, I enjoy music, going on walks and baking. I’m looking forward to sharing engaging and educational stories with our readers!

Will Gallant

Will Gallant

Arts & Culture Reporter

Hello! My name is Will (he/him) and I am from Rothesay, NB! I am currently in my fourth year for a major in English and a minor in French. In my free time I enjoy running, writing, collecting vinyl, and competitive reality television.

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Em Wong

ARTS AND CULTURE REPORTER

Hey, it’s Em and this is my first year with the Argosy. I came to Mount A from Vancouver, BC, and am currently in my second year here, studying Sociology and English. I love writing of all kinds, including music and literature, so I’m honoured to be a reporter for our newspaper!

Teagan Stewart

Teagan Stewart

Arts & Culture Reporter

Hello! I recently finished my BFA and am working on my English minor. I am from Ottawa, Ontario. In my free time I enjoy talking to my twin over FaceTime, reading, making things, running, lifting heavy things up and down, and getting attacked by a small fluffy feline.

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Riley Small

Illustrator

I am a fifth-year Bachelor of Fine Arts student, and this is my second year working as an illustrator for the Argosy! I am from a rural community called Willow Grove, New Brunswick. If not working or chatting somewhere in the Purdy Crawford Centre, you can likely find me at the Owen’s Art Gallery, Struts Gallery, the Library, or at a local cafe. I am passionate about nature, visual arts, writing, and theatre.

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Photography Editor

Hello everyone! My name is Michael (he/him) and I’m from Halifax, Nova Scotia. I am a fourth year history major with a minor in English and classics. When I’m not taking photos, you can catch me on a hike or eating popcorn at the movies. Don’t be afraid to say hello!

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Nawfal Emad

Photographer

Hi! My name is Nawfal, and I’m in my fourth year studying Science and Aviation. I love taking photos of anything that moves, such as planes, cars, etc. and will happily infodump about any of those topics 🙂

Luke Hounsell

Luke Hounsell

Illustrator

Hello, I am an environmental studies student minoring in GIS. I live in town with my partner and our super cute dog Pippa. I have a love for strange and wild beings which is where my love for drawing started. I have been practicing for over 4 years and love to draw everything, especially Goblins and Dwarfs.

Kendra Draband

Kendra Draband

Photographer

Hi my name is Kendra I am in my second-year here at Mta, with a major in VMCS and minor in Fine Arts for photography. I will be a photographer for the Argosy this year. In my free time I love spending time with my friends/family, watching sports and talking photos. My goal is to be a major league sports photographer. I’m so excited to be working with The Argosy this year!

Olivia Haill

Olivia Haill

Illustrations Editor

Greetings! My name is Olivia Haill,
I am returning this year as the Illustrations Editor at the Argosy, I am perusing a double major in Classics and VMCS. My favorite food is Pad Thai, in my spare time I enjoy drawing, and my favourite colour is electric blue.

Jozie Bailey

Jozie Bailey

Illustrator

Hi! My name is Jozie, I’m in my fifth year at Mount Allison University, completing a BA with a major in fine arts and a minor in psychology. This is my first year working with The Argosy, and I’m really excited to join the team! I love analog photography, roller skating and scary movies.

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Thuy Le

Photographer

Hello hello! I’m a fourth-year Biology and Biochemistry student who loves swapping microscopes for camera lenses to capture campus life. When I’m not chasing sunsets or candid moments, you can usually find me experimenting with hydroponic veggies, tending to my garden, or tracking down my next coffee.

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Hamza Arfan

Distributions Manager

Hi! I’m Hamza, from Islamabad Pakistan, currently in my second year at Mount Allison University, studying Physics and Mathematics alongside my aviation program. Other than flying and school, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, staying active, and discovering new things. I’m excited to contribute to the team this year!

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Madiha Waqar

Website Development Manager

Hello!! I’m a third-year Computer Science student with double minors in Maths and Religious Studies. I’m originally from Pakistan but grew up in the UAE. I’m passionate about using tech for social good. Outside of that, I enjoy reading, traveling and taking tons of pictures. I also tend to talk a lot, so feel free to say hi when you see me around.

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Akua Amponsah Ofori-Amanfo

First-Year Arts & Culture Reporter

Hey! I’m Akua (she/her), a first-year Arts and Culture reporter for The Argosy. I’m studying International Relations with minors in Economics and French. I’m originally from Ghana, and when I’m not writing or reading, you’ll probably find me crocheting, cooking, or wandering around on long walks (and occasionally getting lost!). 

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Toni Langevin

FIRST-YEAR NEWS REPORTER

Hi, I’m Toni (he/they) and I am from Montréal, QC and this is my first year with the Argosy and at Mt A! I am an English student with an interest in many other subjects and too long to list right now. Outside of school, I like to sew, crochet and watch copious amounts of international tv. If you ever want Chinese, Korean or Bollywood tv show recommendations, I’m your guy