Trisha Phillips: Staff Writer

Hi, I’m Trisha and this is my first year on the Catalyst. As a senior, I am co-captain of the Girl’s Cross Country Team, co-president of the Science Demo Team, Secretary of NHS and an active member of HHS’ theatre community. I love all kinds of things, writing being one of them, so I am very happy to be a staff member.

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Jacob Knoerl: Staff Writer

I’m a senior here at Harrison, and this is my first year with the Catalyst.  I play varsity soccer and golf but soccer is much more important to me. I also play club soccer and may play in college. I plan to continue writing and want to become a broadcaster or a journalist.

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Melanie Milford: Editor-in-Chief

I’m a senior here at Harrison. This is my third year in the Catalyst and my second year as Editor-in-Chief. I’m part of Think Pink and Welcome Wagon. Sleeping is by far my favorite activity, but writing is definitely a close second. Despite my love for writing and music, I plan on going to school to become a nurse.

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Lily McGill: Co-Editor

I’m a senior here at Harrison. This is my second year on the Catalyst staff and my first year as a co-editor. After school I work part time at an insurance agency and play lacrosse in the spring. I enjoy long naps and have often been told I possess the singing voice of a dying animal.

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Hayley Siegel: Photo Editor

I’m a junior here at Harrison. This is my first year as photo editor, but second year writing for the Catalyst. I play softball for Harrison and I am involved in the Interact and Enact clubs.  I enjoy writing for the Catalyst and cannot wait to continue contributing to its success.

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Kiran Saini: Staff Writer

I’m a junior at Harrison, and this is my second year writing for the Catalyst. I absolutely love to read and write, and I’ve been involved in some musical productions. I’m hoping to pursue a career in journalism. I’m also a little bit of a weirdo, but in a good way.

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Connor Rubin: Staff Writer

Hi! I’m Connor. I’m a junior here at Harrison. This is my first year on the Catalyst. When I’m not at school, I’m generally doing gymnastics or hanging out with friends.

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Paris Harper: Staff Writer

I’m a junior here at Harrison, and this is my third year as a staff writer for the Catalyst. I’m a fashion writer in ‘Her,’ a local Detroit magazine, and I hope to pursue a career in fashion journalism.

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Ashley Matthews: Staff Writer

I’m a senior here at Harrison, and I’ve been on the Catalyst for two years. I’m outgoing, and I love to make people laugh. I really love to sing, and I dance randomly, too.

 

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Lawrence Robinson: Staff Writer

I’m a senior here at Harrison, and this is my second year with the Catalyst. I’m part of the varsity soccer team and Link Crew.  I love to sleep, listen to music, play soccer, write and then sleep again. Plus, I love to make people laugh.

 

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Stephanie Wagner: Staff Writer

I’m a junior here at Harrison, and this is my first year as a staff writer for the Catalyst. I am involved in tennis, volleyball, track and softball. I have been playing tennis and softball since I was six years old and began track and volleyball in sixth grade. I’m also a part of NHS. I plan to continue staying involved in as many school functions as I can.

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Emmy Zaatar: Staff Writer

I’m a junior here at Harrison, and this is my first year writing for the Catalyst. I’m a member of the Harrison Pom Pon Team, and I’m one of the founders of the HHS Culinary Art Club. I love cooking and baking, and now I can incorporate it in school

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Alec Ramsay-Smith: Staff Writer

I’m a senior here at Harrison. This is my first year as a staff writer for the Catalyst, though I’ve had a few years experience on my middle school paper. I’m involved in Harrison’s Model United Nations club, jazz band, school musicals and one act plays. I’m also interested in politics, social justice, world news and many overly pedantic topics.

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TaJana S.: Staff Writer

 I’m a senior here at Harrison, and this is my third year writing for the Catalyst. I’m a very spiritual and free-spirit type of person.

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Devon Henderson: Staff Writer

I’m a junior here at Harrison, and this is my second year in journalism. I enjoy drawing, writing and seeing action-packed movies. I’m a motivated tennis player and am also a part of the art club, ceramics club and Link Crew. I’m an involved student and a fun-loving girl. In my free time, I like to play with my dog and listen to music. I enjoy making others laugh and laughing as well.

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Nick Rutherford: Staff Writer

 I’m a junior here at Harrison, and this is my second year writing for the Catalyst. I love the class and writing articles. I’m a middle child, and I play baseball and basketball.

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Julia Matherly: Staff Writer

I am a senior here at Harrison, and this is my second year as a staff writer for the Catalyst. It is also my second year as a captain for the Harrison Gymnastics team. Outside of school  I enjoy graphic design and writing. I hope to pursue a career in communications.

 

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Catherine Washington: Staff Writer

I’m a junior here at Harrison. This is my second year as a staff writer for the Catalyst. Reading and writing are hobbies of mine when I’m not playing lacrosse or strumming on my guitar. Though I aspire to be a pediatric oncologist, I hope to keep the skill of journalism with me throughout my learning career.

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Camille King: Staff Writer

 I’m a senior here at Harrison and this is my second year as a staff writer on the Catalyst. In my free time, I enjoy reading and writing short stories. Now I get to do something I love each and every day.

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Ben Rosenstock: Staff Writer

 I’m a junior here at Harrison and this is my second year as a staff writer for the Catalyst. Outside of school, I take piano lessons at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. I have played piano for seven years and I plan on continuing. Despite my love of music, I have always wanted to write novels professionally. If that doesn’t work out, I’d also like to be a book editor.

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Daja Phillips

I’m a senior here at Harrison and this is my second year as a staff writer for the catalyst. In my free time I really enjoy listening to music and playing softball. I’ve been a part of Harrison’s softball program for three years now, and it has been one of the most amazing high school experiences yet.

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Miss Hansen: Adviser

This is my third year at Harrison advising the Catalyst.  I also help coordinate Link Crew and advise The Retrospect Yearbook.  I teach English as well.

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