.png)
The Executive Team
.jpg)
Reese Keeling is the Editor-in-Chief for the Texan News Service.
Major: Sports Communication
Where I'm from: Leander, Texas
Classification: Senior
Why I joined: I joined because I feel like Mr. Lewter made me feel like this was a place of belonging, it was very welcoming. It was a space where I could come in and do what I love.
What I'm most excited about: To lead this team to greatness and for all of our new opportunities
.jpg)
Haeley Carpenter is the Managing Editor for the Texan News Service.
Major: Agricultural Communication, Minors in both Communication Studies and Business.
Where I'm from: Leander, Texas
Classification: Senior
Why I joined: Mr. Lewter believed in me and made me believe in myself. I wanted to try new things and there were so many opportunities here that it was a no brainer.
What I'm most excited about: Seeing all the exciting ideas come to life and traveling to conferences.
Ashtyn Hansard is the Executive Producer for the Texan News Service.
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Where I'm from: Hamilton, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: The experience of working with other students while creating my own stories and broadcasts.
What I'm most excited about: Seeing how the TNS expands and evolves over the semester and seeing how my colleagues get inspired.
Jaxon Hansard is the Sports Editor for the Texan News Service.
Major: Sports Communication
Where I'm from: Hamilton, Texas
Classification: Senior
Why I joined: Mr. Lewter recruited me and I wanted to see if this was something I wanted to make a career out of.
What I'm most excited about: Being the Sports Editor and helping grow the TNS.
Seniors
Thomas Engelbert is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Broadcast Journalism
Where I'm from: Celina, Texas
Classification: Senior
Why I joined: To learn new skills and expand my knowledge.
What I'm most excited about: Graduating and expanding my horizons.
Juniors
Annabeth Johnson is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcast
Where I'm from: Forestburg, Texas
Classification: Junior
Why I joined: To gain experience, make friends and improve my writing.
What I'm most excited about: Gaining experience as a journalist.
Barrett Jordan is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting
Where I'm from: Georgetown, Texas
Classification: Junior
Why I joined: For the connections, experience and to find what interests me within my major
What I'm most excited about: Working on all of the broadcasts!
Colton Bradberry is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Communications
Where I'm from: Dublin, Texas
Classification: Junior
Why I joined: To learn news writing.
What I'm most excited about: Writing and covering events on campus and around Stephenville.
Kenzie Johnson is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Agricultural Communications
Where I'm from: Milan, Tennessee
Classification: Junior
Why I joined: To get out of my comfort zone and build some experiences.
What I'm most excited about: Getting to learn different media types while covering all different types of events.
Sophomores
Brenna Dempsey is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting, Minor in Film Production
Where I'm from: Walnut Springs, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: So I can gain more experience and discover my favorite part of the job.
What I'm most excited about: Getting more involved in campus by covering events with the TNS.
Brooklyn McKinney is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting
Where I'm from: Joshua, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: I enjoy writing and that TNS is more than just a print newspaper.
What I'm most excited about: I'm excited to meet new people and learn new skills as a journalist.
Caroline Crain is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting
Where I'm from: Gorman, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: To have a job that will help me gain real skills and the right mindset that I will use after graduation.
What I'm most excited about: Gaining experience in journalism and meeting new people.
Drew Fleming is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting
Where I'm from: Red Oak, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: To gain experience in news writing and have the opportunity to grow as a journalist.
What I'm most excited about: Covering homecoming and other events on campus.
Gavin Patrick is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Sports Communication
Where I'm from: Cresson, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: To showcase and develop my writing ability and cover Tarleton sports.
What I'm most excited about: To write about and discover people in the sports world.
Helena Knutson is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting
Where I'm from: Hamilton, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: I have a passion for writing and wanted to learn more about what it to be a journalist. I also joined because of the broadcast and podcast opportunities
What I'm most excited about: Interviewing new people and getting to know our community while learning about the journalism industry.
Lindsey Hughes is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Agricultural Communications
Where I'm from: Aubrey, Texas
Classification: Sophomore
Why I joined: Mr. Wise thought I’d like it and I really enjoyed the environment!
What I'm most excited about: Writing about new and exciting things that are happening and interesting people while working with an awesome group of people.
Freshman
Andrew Utterback is a Multimedia Journalist for the Texan News Service.
Major: Journalism & Broadcasting
Where I'm from: Arlington, Texas
Classification: Freshman
Why I joined: I love writing stories about working with the TNS team.
What I'm most excited about: Getting to publish stories and learn how to start my podcast.