Meet the Staff

Meet the

MEET THE STAFF Monday, february 13, 2012 Sentinel staff

As a student newspaper, it is our responsibility to cover campus sports events, breaking news, features and  A&E editor Noura A.A., 23, business communications, Cd’A: I’ve lived on the East Coast, West Coast, U.K. and Egypt, but decided to settle down in beautiful Coeur d’Alene... that is until I go off on my next adventure. Entertainment is not just a pleasurable distraction; it can expand one’s mind and fulfill one’s life.  Amy Brandt, 19, photography/photojournalism, Sandpoint: Her occupation: student, photographer, baker, rock climber, martial artist, nerd and professional snarkist. When she is not busy with school, she is playing “Legend of Zelda” games, reading “Star Wars” books, eating coconut popsicles and “not” getting lost in the wilderness.  Kyle Breitenberg, 19, awesomeness, Cd’A: Kyle was our business manager last semester. He is a detailed writer with a great sense of humor and a heart of gold.  Garrett Cabeza, 18, journalism, San Jose, Calif.: Graduated from Lake City High School. I love boogie boarding and seeing the San Francisco Giants or Oakland Athletics play baseball. Favorite quote: “I’m Brick Tamland. People seem to like me because I am polite and I am rarely late. I like to eat ice cream and I really enjoy a nice pair of slacks.” -Anchorman  Benaiah Cheevers, 18, journalism, Cd’A: My favorite things to do are play baseball, write stories, take photos and spend time with friends and family. One of my favorite quotes is, “If you die in an elevator, be sure to push the UP button.”  Nick Dimico, 21, communications, Post Falls: I’m the president of CLIC (Cardinal Leaders in the Community) and an active member in many clubs. I would like to intern for different news stations and later have a career as a news anchor.  Katie Eppenstein, 20, music educaother goings-on. We spend our time behind the cameras, not in front of them. Now is your chance to place faces to the names tion, Joliet, Ill.: My main instrument is clarinet, and I’ve been playing for almost 10 years. I study piano, voice, and Zimbabwe Marimba, and hope to learn more instruments as I progress in school. I’m also a left-handed softball player. Quote from my favorite movie: “It’s supposed to be hard. If it wasn’t hard, everyone would do it. The hard is what makes it great.” -Jimmy Dugan (Tom Hanks) from “A League of Their Own.”  Micah Gimlin, 18, photojournalism, Cd’A: I was born March 9, 1993, and raised in beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. While living in the same house my whole life, I’ve managed to visit at least 42 states and temporarily live and work in 12 of them. I’m going to NIC to obtain my AA and, depending on where my life is once I’ve completed that goal, I may transfer to UI to obtain a degree in photojournalism. I love meeting new people so don’t be afraid to say hello if you see me around.  Assistant photo editor Gabe Green, 19, photojournalism, Portland, Ore.: “Approach love and cooking with reckless abandon.” –His holiness the 14th Dalai Lama. I’m secretly a double 0 agent… You know too much, now you must die!  Copy editor Joyce Hargrove, journalism, Denver, Colo.: This is my fourth semester at NIC. I was also non-fiction editor for Trestle Creek Review. I belong to Phi Theta Kappa and am on the dean’s list. I have lived all over the world; I’ve been in Idaho for seven years. The joys of my life are my 13-year old twin sons and two-and-ahalf year old son.  Managing editor Devin Heilman, 26, journalism, Cd’A: I love reading, writing and making people laugh. I love my kitties and my family way too much. I say, live each day to the fullest. You never know if it’ll be your last. And READ THE SENTINEL! of the people who create this completely student-run publication. You may recognize some of us. Don’t be afraid to talk to us and  Webmaster Jantzen Hunsaker, 23, journalism, Cd’A: Name please. Jantzen. And first name is? Jantzen. He’s heard it throughout his life. The occasional hipster can pull off two or more first names, but the awesomeness that is two LAST names, well—that’s Jantzen Hunsaker.  Jake Wright Martin, 20, fine arts; Genesee, Idaho: Jake has no money and no job. The first rule of Jake is Jake does what Jake wants, and he doesn’t care what you think about him. Though for the most part he is a likeable fellow, he is laid back and thoroughly enjoys living life. He is friendly and he can’t remember the last time he was truly angry at anyone.  Assistant news editor Sarah Munds, 18, journalism, Seattle: Self-proclaimed grammar Nazi and fine gentlemen aficionado. She hates mayonnaise. She hates needles and refuses to get her blood drawn unless death is imminent. She plays bass guitar every night.  Lifestyles editor Michael Paquin, 23, communications, Cd’A: He graduated from Lake City High School in 2007. He is a Virgo and a kinesthetic learner.  Carrie Rishsew, 19, general studies, Wallace (not pictured): I am interested in the field of forensics. I cannot wait for “The Hunger Games” to come to theaters! Katniss, don’t disappoint me.  Sports editor Eric Rivera, 27, graphic design, Cd’A: Eric’s Biological Recipe: Take one part Hunter S. Thompson’s “Fear and Loathing,” one part Dubstep and Hip-Hop musician, one part visual art assassin, and one part adrenaline junkie. Fold in a love for sports and discovering the world. Brew in tattooed flesh that jumped between the Northwest and California for 27 years to produce an intellectual being who has one green thumb and one black. Enjoy!  Julie Salinas, 18, photography, Wilbur, Wash.: Julie is a Star Wars nerd and loves tell us your stories and offer some feedback. Contrary to many beliefs about jour

Lifestyles and A&E sections add depth and fun to the Sentinel. Left to right (standing): Julie Salinas, Nick Dimico, Kyle Breitenberg, Jantzen Hunsaker, Jake Wright Martin and

Kaye Thornbrugh. Seated on the table in the front are editors Michael “Paqdaddy” Paquin and Noura “The Explorer” Alfadl-Andreasson. Ethan Schlussler/Sentinel

nalists, we don’t bite. anything to do with books, concerts and music.  Photo editor Ethan Schlussler, 20, photography, Cd’A: Ethan has a photographic eye and rides a unicycle. Bow down to the almighty.  Staff artist Joshua Sloniker (not pictured): An amazing artist, Josh is the creator of Captain College.  Angel Tesch, 19, general studies, Cd’A (not pictured): My name is Angelica, Angel to those who know me. My family is actually the reason I am in college. They all helped me realize how good it would be for me. College is a place that helps you become who you are going to be, moving forward and all that jazz.  Assistant features editor Kaye Thornbrugh, 18, journalism, Hayden: Kaye started writing for her high school newspaper after determining that everyone on the staff was incompetent. She’s passionate about newspapers, likes the idea of one day running her own propaganda machine—and it also seemed like a good alternative to dropping out and becoming a Pokémon Trainer.  Christina Villagomez, 20, journalism, L.A.: She’s just a small town girl, living in a lonely world. She took the midnight train going anywhere. Christina would also like everyone to know that in high school she read “War and Peace” in four days.  Tala Wood, 19, journalism, Cocolalla: I’m in my second year and last semester at NIC. I’ve been on the Sentinel staff for four semesters in the news section. I’m a full-time student and I work part-time at Bed Bath and Beyond. I intend to pursue a journalism career, preferably as a political correspondent. Favorite quote: “Where they have burned books, they will end in burning human beings.” - Heinrich Heine

Photogs Green, Brandt, Eppenstein, Gimlin and Schlussler (front). Gabe Green/Sentinel

Adviser Geoff Carr. Gabe Green/Sentinel

Heilman with her best pal. Gabe Green/Sentinel