David Chavez

As a writer, David Chavez works on stories for various desks, including print, which we get to publish. Chavez’s work has been included in many of our issues this past academic year.

“Passionate writers write passionate stories,” said Claire Boeck, the print managing editor, about the palpable interest of Chavez’s writing.

Boeck also mentioned a reverence of Chavez from seeing him as the editor-in-chief of their past college’s publication. His Yesterday’s News story for this issue can be found on pages four and five, which illustrate his talents as a competent and engaged journalist.

Ranae Mauck

As a graphic designer, Ranae Mauck has worked on the magazine since fall 2022, while remaining positive and hardworking amid deadlines and schoolwork.

“What I love about Ranae is that she is open to anything,” said Jody Holcomb, an adviser of the Sundial. “She is humble too.”

The Table of Contents, Letter from the Editor and Media Querencia sections are Mauck’s specialties at the magazine. With streamlined and professional designs, she remains constructive with the team and flexible with her work. Mauck remains positive and hardworking amidst deadlines and schoolwork.

Kevin Silva

As a graphic designer, Kevin Silva has worked throughout the magazine’s sections and created memorable visuals for stories that catch the eyes of consistent and casual readers alike.

“As a designer, I am drawn to his dedication, his passion,” said Sam Lindberg, a fellow graphic designer on the magazine. “His work is really energized.”

Throughout his time working at the Sundial, Silva has produced eye-catching designs with pops of color and intricate illustrations. The latter, an emerging signature, garnered praise from the entire newsroom and professional graphic designers at national conferences.