Course: Journalism, media, and culture Hometown: Beaverton, Oregon Society/team(s): Photography, student radio Interesting fact: I am semi-fluent in Russian and Spanish Why you chose Newcastle University: The media program was number one in the country and I wanted to go somewhere that was different to what I was used to. Your favourite thing about Newcastle: The people. I’ve made a lot of good friends here and I think that really sets the tone for a place.