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Thessalonia Thomas

Thessalonia Thomas, Assistant Editor/Layout Editor

Thessalonia is a senior in graphic design with a minor in business.

Some cool facts about her: she started a cupcake company with my sister when she was 17! She also had a blast at her summer internship in New York in 2018! Thessy also enjoys coming up with fun placeholders for articles. Maybe one day we’ll print them…

 

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FMU alumna Lauren Owens has found her calling in journalism due to her passion for telling others' stories.

[Photo] Alumna Spotlight: Lauren Owens

Kaitlyn Luna, Editor-in-Chief
April 19, 2019
Matthew Mendlesohn tries to flip a fellow contestant in the FMU Cardboard Regatta.

[Photo] Community gathers to celebrate art

Kei’Yona Jordon, Staff Writer
April 19, 2019
AKA alumni set up their tent for Homecoming tailgating.

[Photo] FMU celebrates 49th Homecoming

Alex Turbeville, Managing Editor
March 1, 2019
Ryan Davis attempts to dunk on Flagler players.

[Photo] Patriots claim victory at Homecoming game

Kei’Yona Jordon, Sports Writer
March 1, 2019
Jonathan Britt has a love of the outdoors and mountain adventures.

[Photo] Student Spotlight: Jonathan Britt

Elizabeth Floyd, Staff Writer
March 1, 2019
Briana Burgins and Abigail Bullock watch as the ball flies toward the hoop.

[Photo] Lady Patriots get blown away by Hurricanes

Kei’Yona Jordon, Sports Writer
January 25, 2019
Kailex Stephens shoots during match against Georgia Southwestern State University.

[Photo] FMU Patriots defeat GSW Hurricanes

Kei’Yona Jordon, Sports Writer
January 25, 2019
Assistant professor of English Megan Woosley-Goodman, who enjoys old English, sits and read her favorite book.

[Photo] Professor Spotlight: Megan Woosley-Goodman

Joshua Hardee, Assistant Editor
November 16, 2018
Student Resident Assistants learn important fire safety from FMU Campus Police and Florence County Firefighters.

[Photo] RAs learn more than stop, drop, roll

Alex Turbeville, Assistant Editor
September 10, 2018
Trey Chapman, senior, scores a run against UNC Pembroke to help the Patriots win one game in Sunday’s double header.

[Photo] Patriots break eight-game losing streak with 14-8

Harrison Smith, Staff Writer
April 12, 2018
Senior Sofia Henning serves the tennis match during her last singles match as a lady Patriot.

[Photo] Lady Patriots beat USC Pacers, recognize seniors

Harrison Smith, Staff Writer
April 12, 2018
The Patriots end their season with a loss to USC Aiken. The Patriots will host the Peach Belt Conference on April 20-22.

[Photo] Patriots lose their pace to USC Aiken

Harrison Smith, Staff Writer
April 12, 2018
From April 2-6, the FMU Observatory opened for the public to view physics demonstrations.

[Photo] Community members view the stars, watch demonstrations

Joshua Hardee, Copy Editor
April 12, 2018
Ms. FMU 2018 Kennedy Glasgow shares the stage with first runner-up Chloe McCaskill and former Ms. FMU Marcedes Smith.

[Photo] FMU crowns Ms. FMU 2018

Deandrea Norman, Staff Writer
April 12, 2018
Professor Doug Gray gathers the ceramics of different South Carolina professors in the “SC Clay > High Ed” exhibit.

[Photo] Gallery displays wet-plate portraits, ceramics

Joshua Hardee, Staff Writer
March 8, 2018
Graham Nash performs new and old songs for community members at the FMU Performing Arts Center. Nash also told the audience about his inspiration behind his songs.

[Photo] Grammy award winner performs intimate show

Carly Andros, Staff Writer
March 8, 2018
During the Jan. 18 show, Jon Conley performs some of his favorite music, including pieces he performed while touring.

[Photo] Session guitarist performs show, teaches classes

February 15, 2018
MLK Day

[Photo] FMU hosts 20th annual celebration for Dr. King

Sarah Jones, Assistant Editor
January 18, 2018
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