Hi! My name is Collin Bolebruch and I am the editor in chief at Cardinal Points. I’m a senior studying journalism from Perth, New York. I arrived at the paper in spring 2022 as a staff writer in the sports section. The subject brought my love for journalism alive and has become one of my favorite parts of the college experience. The connections I have been able to develop with athletes, coaches, teams and people in my department will help define the rest of my career. I’m hoping to continue in this field going forward — specifically, covering stories in sports. Outside of the paper, I like to watch and review films, listen to music, take care of my pet frog and, of course, watch sports.

Hello, I’m Aleksandra Sidorova! I am the managing and news editor of Cardinal Points, and there has never been a time when I wasn’t involved. I am a graduating senior majoring in journalism with a minor in language and linguistics. I was born in Moscow, but I’ve been living in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for most of my life. At Cardinal Points, I discovered my passion for news and community storytelling and learned to make connections. I hope I get to keep doing what I do best — and love most — when I graduate, too.

My name is Cinara Marquis and I am the arts and culture editor for Cardinal Points. I am a junior majoring in social work, so getting involved with the community through the paper is very meaningful to me. I spent the first half of my life on the upper east coast in New Hampshire and Maine, the latter half I spent in upstate New York. I came to SUNY Plattsburgh in fall 2023, making this my third semester with the paper and my second semester as an editor. Cardinal Points has allowed me to build a better understanding of myself and others by connecting me with an incredibly diverse group of people that I may not have had the resolve to connect with before.

My name is Philo Yunrui Wang. I just came to Plattsburgh this year from China. I’m the associate arts & culture editor at Cardinal Points, and I was a contributor for the arts & culture section last semester — running around for interviews and writing news has been a fun way to unknowingly kick myself out of my dorm and show up at all kinds of events around the community. I’m currently a senior majoring in gender and women’s studies. I also work at the Art Museum in the Myers Fine Arts Building, mostly as a greeter or a plant waterer. At other times, I write music, perform, take photos and make films, and I bike a lot. I also run a non-profit art space in China, where we mainly screen films and translate readings for the local community. I’m always happy to be introduced to new independent films or chat about them!

Hi! I’m Nadia Paschal and I’m the opinions editor for Cardinal Points. I am a senior studying sociology and psychology. I’ve moved around the state a lot but am from Saratoga Springs, New York. This is my second semester being involved, and my first as an editor. I wrote mainly for the arts and culture section last semester but being able to branch out and take on new responsibilities has helped me grow as a writer. I enjoy being able to learn about and report on the different perspectives that students on campus, as well as the surrounding community have to offer. I’ve always had a strong passion for writing, but aside from that I enjoy photography, music, reading, and baking.

I’m Michael Purtell, the Sports Editor at Cardinal Points. It’s my second semester in the position, and my third at Plattsburgh State’s Journalism program. I love the community that P-State athletics supports on campus and in town, and I’m happy to do my part in supporting that community and sharing its stories. I aspire to build a career covering professional sports after my time in college, hopefully in basketball. Outside of the paper I play pick-up hoops, tabletop RPGs, video games and the saxophone. I’m also a fan of the Celtics, a big manga reader and a father of two cats. Go Cards.

Hi, my name is Justin Rushia, and I’m the associate sports editor at Cardinal Points. I’m a sophomore studying journalism with a passion for sports. I joined Cardinal Points in the spring of 2024, and it quickly became one of the most rewarding parts of my college experience. I’m also a part of the track and field team here on campus, where I primarily do sprints and hold a school record in the men’s 4x100m relay! My favorite part about Cardinal Points is all of the connections that I’m able to make within the sports community here at Plattsburgh. In my free time, I love listening to music, watching sports, and going on random adventures.

My name is Jayne Smith, and I'm the photography editor for Cardinal Points. I am a senior majoring in sociology and minoring in photography. I work at the Student Mail Center on campus, too, so you may have seen me there. I developed an interest in photography as an art while studying here, leading me to combine it with journalism, which had already been an interest of mine for a while. In my free time, I enjoy listening to music, spending quality time with my friends and going outside (preferably all at once).

Hi, My name is Cam Greaves and I am the graphics editor for Cardinal Points. I'm currently a Senior majoring in art, specializing in graphic design. I grew up in Poughkeepsie, NY, and plan to pursue a career as a graphic designer and illustrator. I'm also the Student Association’s Coordinator for the Arts and a lab monitor for the graphic design studio. In my free time I go thrifting and play with my bunny Mochi.

Hello! My name is Sumeet Vishwakarma, web editor for Cardinal Points and senior Computer Science major. I'm passionate about technology and problem-solving, which led me to my role as an ITS Help Desk Support Technician in the campus Computer Lab. My journey in programming has been filled with diverse projects, each offering unique challenges and learning opportunities. Cardinal Points stands out as a highlight, not just for the technical skills I've honed, but for the incredible team I've had the pleasure of collaborating with. When I'm not immersed in code or managing web content, you'll likely find me in the kitchen, experimenting with continental cuisines. I'm also an avid solo traveler, always eager to explore new places and broaden my horizons.

Howdy! My name is Kolin Kriner, and I am the public relations chair for Cardinal Points. I am a junior majoring in public relations with minors in English, graphic design and journalism. This is my second semester with Cardinal Points. I started out as a staff writer for the Opinion and Arts and Culture sections of the paper, but am excited to now utilize my studies in PR to help the paper grow and better connect to the community. Since I started I have been writing movie reviews and am happy that I get to continue doing this while in my new role for the paper. Outside of writing, which is something I love deeply, I enjoy hiking, watching movies and playing video games.