Devika Goureddy is a freshman this year, starting her first year as a new staff writer on The Blaze. She is excited to get comfortable with the camera and explore her interest in photography through taking many photos in event coverage, especially sports games. To diversify her skills, Devika wants to take on other forms of journalism, such as creating videos and podcasts, as well as writing opinion pieces. By joining The Blaze, she is enthusiastic to be a part of the journalism community and make lasting memories, along with improving her writing skills, to produce strong, good-quality articles. Outside of the newsroom, Devika is the freshman class president of the Student Council Association and is on the Rock Ridge volleyball team. She is also planning to join the basketball and tennis teams for future seasons and participate in clubs such as Model UN.