Gunnar is currently a sophomore and a creative writing major trying to get into the BFA program. Q: What themes do you like to explore in your art? A: There aren’t specific themes that I’m more interested in than others. In music, I’m probably more process oriented than thematic; I have a tendency toward converging different… Continue reading Spotlight On: Gunnar Cushway
Spotlight On: Jess Shamek
Jess is a 1st year PhD student in the biology department. “I study the evolutionary ecology of cryptogams, which are spore producing photoautotrophs. This includes algae, mosses, lichens, and liverworts. Specifically, I’m interested in how these organisms have contributed to soil formation and the evolution of our current biogeochemical cycles through deep time. It’s largely thanks… Continue reading Spotlight On: Jess Shamek
Spotlight On: Sophia Valdez
Sophia is a sophomore double-majoring in English and Spanish at PSU. Q: What inspires your art the most? A: Looking for extraordinary things in everyday life and noticing the small details of everyday happenings. Q: How do you go about transforming an idea into a finished project? A: I just spew everything I feel about… Continue reading Spotlight On: Sophia Valdez
