Samantha Ryan, a junior, is thrilled to begin her first year on Tideline as a staff writer! From a young age, reading fiction and creating her own stories has always been an important part of her life. She hopes to work in book publishing in the future and popularize mental health within the industry. Outside of journalism, Samatha is actively involved in Pali’s theatre department, and has participated in numerous mainstage productions. This year, she is also a member of Acapali and Advanced Choir! She has been a Girl Scout for 11 years, which she loves, and has completed her Bronze and Silver Award. This summer, she was so thrilled to be able to participate in an Editing Apprenticeship at the literary magazine, Polyphony Lit. Samantha feels so lucky to be a part of Tideline and looks forward to the year ahead!