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For now, he works as news editor at The New Paltz Oracle and often wears a near-incomprehensible gruff voice that only seems to get worse as time goes on. He is a world-class liar and cheater, having a federal ban placed on him from playing any board game in the continental United States. He hopes to one day host a real-life “Hunger Games” with orphan contestants.

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With the support of a loving family, boyfriend, three dogs, a baby niece and great friends, she manages to balance classes, an internship and a professional blogging gig.

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journalism major entering her second semester on staff at The New Paltz Oracle. and is really looking forward to covering all of the talented athletes that are present at SUNY New Paltz. The dedication between a person and the sport they play is something that she really admires because she has that same feeling about writing and reporting.

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