Daniel Perrin, Editor-in-Chief
Daniel (he/him) is a junior who grew up in Chapel Hill, NC, but now lives in Baltimore, MD. He is an honors economics, history, and English literature student passionate about local politics, architecture, and college basketball, among other things. When not writing or reading, he’s probably playing ping pong or riding the SEPTA with friends.
Ella Walker, Managing Editor
Ella (she/her) is a sophomore from Lewes, DE, studying English literature. When she’s not thinking about The Phoenix, she’s probably procrastinating reading for class by reading the news. She enjoys photography, London fogs, and memoirs.
Xinto Xu, News Editor
Xinto (she/her) is a sophomore from Beijing, China. She’s planning to major in philosophy and might minor in English literature. Her interests include critical theory, oral history, and Chinese poetry. In her free time, she’s usually listening to podcasts, watching movies, or struggling to learn guitar. You can reach her at
Zephyr Weinreich, News Editor
Zephyr (he/him) is a sophomore from Brooklyn, NY. He is pursuing an honors major in history with a minor in comparative literature (English and German). He loves to play and listen to music of all kinds, spend time in museums, and watch old movies. He is a strong proponent of bicycling wherever and whenever possible.
Rafi Karpowitz, Opinions Editor
Rafi (he/him) is a junior who grew up in Hudson, NY, and St. Paul, MN, and recently moved to Philadelphia. He is an honors history major and French minor. He spends his time outside of The Phoenix playing piano, talking politics, and managing the cognitive dissonance of being an avid fan of both the Mets and the Eagles.
Nasrin Ahmed, Opinions Editor
Nasrin (she/her) grew up in Howard, WI, and now lives in Saint Paul, MN. She is a prospective political science and English major who hopes to use her education to advocate for others. In her free time, Nasrin creates art across a variety of mediums, including embroidery and paint.
Jessica Qin, Arts Editor
Yijia (Jessica) (she/her) is a sophomore from Shanghai, China. While she’s considering majoring in theater and economics, Jessica’s interests extend to all forms of art: architecture, music, dance, and film. She also has a deep love for storytelling through journalism and enjoys reading and learning from the amazing articles her peers create! Some of her favorite artists include Olivia Dean, Shania Twain, and Eva Noblezada.
Alissa Lopes, Arts Editor
Alissa (she/her) is a first year from Boston and New York City, planning to double major in English literature and psychology. When she’s not writing for The Phoenix, she’s almost certainly still telling stories somewhere — whether as a campus tour guide, a communications intern for the English department, or just talking (which she has remarkable stamina for). She once completed a NYT Mini Crossword in 11 seconds.
Katie Kerman, Sports Editor
Katie (she/her) is a senior from Durham, NC. She is an honors peace and conflict studies and political science double major. Katie is involved with varsity athletics, Student Government, and working as a tour guide and senior admissions fellow. She is an RA, an editor of the Tri-Co Law Review, and a certified personal trainer, and she is involved with Jewish life. Katie is an avid reader and runner, shout-out Corinne.
Aimee Lee, Sports Editor
Aimee (she/her) is a sophomore from Belle Mead, NJ, studying political science and history. Outside of The Phoenix, she is a member of the women’s soccer team and enjoys working out in the Matchbox. She is an avid fan of house music and animated sitcoms.
Megumi Jindo, Features Editor
Megumi (she/her) is a sophomore from New York intending to double major in peace and conflict studies with either philosophy or English. Outside of The Phoenix, Megumi enjoys taking pictures of life, writing poetry, and listening to music while taking walks.
James Shelton, Photo Editor
James is a sophomore from Wheaton, MD. He’s currently planning a double major in film and media studies and theater. When he’s not out taking photos for The Phoenix, you can find him acting in Three Penny Opera, playing bass in his band Arrogance, blasting punk rock in his room, or cracking jokes with his friends.
Devin Gibson, Photo Editor
Maya Levine, Co-Chief Copy
Maya (she/her) is a senior from Wilmington, DE. She is an honors double major in economics and political science with a concentration in law and politics. Aside from correcting grammar, Maya enjoys taking care of her plants, attempting oil painting, and watching TV.
Sarah Cymrot, Co-Chief Copy
Sarah (she/her) is a junior from Washington, DC, majoring in English literature and medical anthropology. Outside of the Phoenix, you can find her desperately trying to avoid doomscrolling by obsessing about the medical humanities.
Ellen Stewart, Social Media Editor
Ellen (she/her) is a junior and an honors psychology major and honors English literature minor from Winchester, MA. Outside of The Phoenix, you can find her working in the SOAR lab, running along the Schuylkill, and showing people pictures of her dogs.
Ivy Lin, Layout Editor
Ivy (she/her) is a sophomore studying Economics and Fine Arts with a concentration in painting. She is from Queens, NYC. Her hobbies include painting and listening to true crime podcasts.
Kelan Sato, Layout Editor
Kelan (he/him) is a first year from Seattle, WA, and a prospective medical anthropology major and music minor. When not fighting with Adobe InDesign, you can find him in the practice rooms playing violin or at the front desk of the Intercultural Center.
Lucy Tobier, Editor Emerita
Lucy (she/her) is a senior studying economics and English from Ann Arbor, MI. When she’s not reporting on education or labor, she’s taking four-hour walks in Philadelphia to chart and definitively rank its coffee shops. Her top awards go to Loretta’s and Ultimo.