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Publications

Below is a list of my previously published work, ranging from news journalism to media critiques and poetry. To see what I'm up to on a weekly basis, be sure to subscribe to my Medium and Substack accounts. 

Substack

I am the editor-in-chief of Framing Narratives, a Substack blog about story composition. New articles are posted every Friday. Subscribe to stay up-to-date on the latest content.

Featured Article: "TOGETHER: The Horror of Codependence," published 08-15-2025.

Medium

In addition to writing for various publications, I am also an associate editor for Modern Women, a feminist publication which strives to uplift female voices. A complete list of my published work on Medium can be found on my Medium profile. Subscribe to stay up-to-date with the latest content. 

Monday at Sundown

Monday at Sundown is a self-published poetry book I wrote around themes of theology, mythology and social issues. It was published on 02-03-2025, and is currently available for purchase on Amazon through Kindle and paperback.

Books &
Anthologies

My Greatest Fear (Anthology), Beyond Words Publication, 2023

Featured Poem: Fallen

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Beyond Words Literary Magazine, Issue 48, 2024

Featured Poem: Flowers and Fire

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Haiku 2024. (Anthology), Moonstone Arts Center Publication, 2024

Featured Poems: Sleep; Prophets; Remember; Lust; Closure

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Haiku 2025 (Anthology), Moonstone Arts Center Publication, 2025

Featured Poems: Karma; Class; Ethic; Change; Unravel

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Beyond Words Literary Magazine, Issue 58, 2025

Featured Poem: Hairitage

Harness Magazine

Regressing Intentionally

The Unbroken Cycle

The Feminine Apology: Why 'Sorry' Needs To Go

Growing Apart

Taking From Peter to Give to Paul

Time Lapse

Please Stop Following Me

Scriberr News

The Double Standards of Male Victimhood

Review: The Lessons of Game of Thrones

ZU Magazine

Why Are We Obsessed With the Apocalypse? 

The Search for Freedom in an Unjust Nation

Walking in Her Shoes

Life After Trauma

The Spiritual Growth of Gardening

APU's Activist Culture

The Evolution of Superheroes

Being a Tourist In Your Backyard

ZU News

Humans of the ZU: Failures in the Kitchen

Bernie Sanders Drops Out of Presidential Race

That's Debatable: It's Not the Media's Fault

That's Debatable: Voting Is A Fundamental Duty of Society

Interreligious Dialogue Encourages Inclusivity

Students Against Slavery Day Holds Human Trafficking Panel

Students Against Slavery Features 'Save My Seoul' Viewing With Eddie Byun

Eddie Byun Presents on Human Trafficking in Chapel

Koch Lecture Emphasizes the Importance of Community

Marcus Doyle's Journey to a Colorful Career 

Sustainability Club Hopes to Make APU More Environmentally Conscious

CLAS Event Discusses Church's Racist History

'You' Season Two Shows the Dark Side of Love

Democratic Presidential Debate Overview and Highlights

Local Church Cancels Medical Debt in LA County

Nathan Press Cycles forHIV and AIDS Awareness

Disability Panel Discusses Ways APU Can Improve

Dream Project Toy Drive Collects for Kids in Need 

Review: Harriet. Glorifies God in the Midst of Evil

Leadership. and Coffee Event. Prepares for Upcoming Students

Multi-Racial Organization Speaks on Psychological Impacts of Being Mixed

Meme Culture Brings People Together

Former Air Force General Discusses Religious Liberty in the Military

STEM Speaks Integrates Faith and Science

Foothill Transit Pilot Program Gives Free Rides for One Year

Live Streaming Violence Sparks Conversation About Responsibility

New York's Statue of Limitations Law Sets a Precedent

Review: 'Joker' Makes Crime Sympathetic

Bakersfield Plan to Criminalize Homelessness is a Heartless Attempt at Success

Azusa City Officials Panel Discusses. Benefits and Issues in the City

Vaping: The Damages You Can't See Until It's Too Late

John Musker Lecture Offers Insight Into Animation

International Chapel No Longer Offered at APU

Department of Physical Therapy Opens New Facility

Pastor Woody Departs APU After 15 Years of Service

'It's Not My Fault I'm White' Workshop Aims At Guiding White Privilege

LGBTQ+ Pilot Program. Review and Update

Created to Flourish Lecture Exposes 'The Lie of Poverty'

'Opioids and the Brain' Panel Offers Insight Into Opioid Epidemic 

Koch Lecture Discusses Entrepreneurship in Africa

'The Opioid Diaries' Event Initiates Conversation About Addiction

'Leaving Neverland' Docuseries Sparks Conversation About Abuse

Undocumented Students Workshop Aims to Spread Awareness

Chapel Cancelled. Due to Fire Alarm Evacuations

National Emergency Used As Scapegoat for Unjust Politics

​Psychology event at Aims at reducing mental health stigma 

'Sense of Belonging' Lecture Gives Data on Christian LGBTQ+ Circles

APU Hosts 'The Freedom of. Dignity and the Tyranny of Victimhood' Lecture

'Darkness and Light' Symphony Spotlights Classical Composures

What's So Important About Valentine's Day?

SCRD's 'Fishbowl Conversations' Event Calls for More Action

Artists Flaunt Their Work at Jazz, Art, Coffee Event

Student Artist Performs at Certificate Recital

How is Our Campus Climate, Really?

'Spring Open Mic Night' Showcases APU Talent

An Interpersonal Insight for Women in Science

Scientists Discuss Climate Change in Panel

'Wanderlust' Exhibits Photography of APU Professor

The True Meaning of Christmas

Jennifer Keene Lectures on African Americans in WWI

What It Means to be American

'Lonely America' Lecture Offers Insight to College Communities

Halloween and Christianity Are Not  at Odds

Azusa Pacific Removes Ban on LGBTQ+ Relationships, Creates Program for Students

The Viking Scroll

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