Meet Our Editorial Team
Clancy Aboud
I am a second-year residential student here at Drew’s. This year I’m keen to hear a diversity of perspectives as we aim to push the parameters of the blog, encouraging anyone to write about absolutely anything that matters to them. I have a deep passion for journalism, particularly in the field of sports, and I am excited to bring my expertise to this platform. Growing up, both the Channel 9 and Matty Johns Footy Shows took up a lot of screen time in our living room and have laid a strong foundation for my love of sports talk. I’ve long admired influential personalities such as Lara Pitt and Yvonne Sampson, both of whom are prominent women in the field of sports journalism. Originally from Burrawang, I have always been drawn to storytelling and the power of the written word to connect people from different backgrounds. Whether you are an aspiring journalist, a die-hard sports fan, or simply have something you want people to hear, I encourage you to contribute to this blog and be a part of the Drew’s News family.
Zoe Edgerley
I am a second-year non-residential student at College. I am originally from the Southern Highlands and have grown up loving both reading and writing, whether it be creatively or journalistically. Journalism is the field in which I aspire to dedicate my life to, specifically in both environmental and political journalism. I study a Bachelor of Arts majoring in English and International Relations and I am looking to bring my knowledge of both to Drew's News through my role. This year for the blog I would love to promote a more expansive range of stylistic approaches to writing, whether this be through feature articles, short stories, podcasts, etc. Writing in any form is a way to express yourself, and the experience of having your own work published is one that is daunting, yet extremely rewarding. I would love to use this blog as a way to keep us all connected, to create a stronger community and to hear perspectives, opinions and experiences from people we might otherwise not necessarily get to hear from.
Ewan Jackman
I am currently a second year residential student of St Andrew’s College and a second year student at UTS, studying a combined Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Creative Intelligence and Innovation. My writing career began at a young age while attending my local primary school During my commute, I started I busying myself with the ancient art of calligraphy. These formative scribbles lay the bedrock for an intense passion and interest in the cosmic ink that binds all of us through space and time. What began as a simple hobby to fill the empty time on daily commutes, soon became a roaring fire that fuelled me throughout my early childhood.
It is my goal this year to share this love and passion for writing with the rest of the college, so that they too can enjoy the beauty and wonder of writing.
Phoebe Lotz
I am one of the Drew’s News editors for 2023. This is also my second year at university and at College, and I am so excited for the blog to reach its full potential this year. In addition to our editors, for the blog to truly flourish we want to welcome all potential writers into the Drew’s News community. My goal for the blog is to invite students that may not have a Journalism or English degree, and allow them to engage with the blog as a creative outlet that will enrich their St Andrew’s experience. I engage with Drew’s News because I love telling stories and delving into random topics of passion or particular interest. Anyone that can write, should write: personal insights, stories or interests are exactly what the blog needs to remind our St Andrew’s community that there is much more to writing than Year 12 English.
Kiran Gupta
I am a Bachelor of Arts (Media Studies) graduate and Bachelor of Laws student at the University of Sydney. I was first appointed editor of Drew’s News in 2020 and formed the inaugural Drew’s News editorial team in 2022. I have worked as a freelance journalist, publishing for The Sydney Morning Herald, Guardian Australia, The Daily Telegraph, Mamamia, Good Food, Popmatters and more. I am particularly interested in the intersection between issues of pop culture/sport and society and I try to explore this in my writing. I spent three years at Drew’s and loved every minute of it. I love all things journalism, music and tennis.