The MATC Times won Big at the CMA’s (College Media Association) 2024 national convention. Placing first for Best News Website, the Times staff celebrates a commitment to bringing stories that matter to our students, staff, and community. As the paper grows, our journalists learn what it takes to stand out in a fast-paced and ever-changing landscape.
MATC Times wins Best News Website at CMA
MATC’s award-winning paper brings home another title
March 16, 2024
Times staff members who attended the CMA Conference from left to right are: News Editor Zanaia Joshua, Advisor Barb Volbrecht, Writer Shaprella Johnson, Editor-in-Chief Christopher D’Allen, Photographer Iryna Levit, Graphic Designer Emma Turk, Features Editor Warren Murphy, and Sports Editor David Gray.
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Christopher D’Allen, Editor-in-Chief
My name is Christopher D'Allen and I am the Editor-in-Chief for the MATC Times, a student run paper dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in scholastic journalism. The MATC Times stands as the voice of our students and a bastion of free speech for the communiy we represent.
I joined the staff in my first semester at MATC and obtained my current position at the start of Summer '23. Here I am a photography student and hold a BA in Political Science and Spanish & Latin American Studies with a minor in Democracy and Justice Studies. I have worked an Administrative Assistant, World Language Instructor, a Head Lifeguard and Resident Assistant, but have found that my passion lies in the arts. As a photographer, I challenge myself daily to find a new perspective, capture a fleeting scene and turn moments into memories.
As we work to relaunch the MATC Times website and grow our staff, I want to make joining our team as positive a learning experience and beneficial a work experience as possible. I strongly believe in the power of collaboration and inclusivity. As an Editor, I actively encourage diverse perspectives. Each student's unique viewpoint enriches our storytelling and fosters a sense of unity within our community. I aim to bridge the gap between words and images, revealing the untold stories that shape our community.