Muse Co-President/Co-Editor-in-Chief Sophia Berg (she/her) is a senior from Gilbert, Arizona studying English literature, Latin, and Medieval & Renaissance Studies (on the pre-law track!) In addition to editing for a number of journals around campus, Sophia also loves playing the bass clarinet, debating legal theory, and studying rhetorical techniques!
Vice President Kristina Kugaevskaya (she/her) is a junior from Los Angeles, California, studying Economics and Creative Writing. The only thing she loves more than reading a good fantasy book is stargazing in the gardens. One day she hopes to be a published author.
Finance Chair Nicole Caplan (she/her) is a junior from Northern Virginia majoring in Economics and Environmental Sciences & Policy. Besides reading and writing, she also enjoys dancing, spending time outside, and listening to music.
Social Chair Linda Garziera (she/her) is a sophomore from Milan, Italy studying Economics and minoring in Creative Writing. Inspired by her own travels, she is often writing about places, the nooks and crannies of a house, the brilliantly vast British countryside. On campus, you’re likely to find her exploring some part of Duke Gardens or with the Duke Club Rowing Team—in case of an emergency, you’ll find her there.
Outreach Chair Maylah Marcus (she/her) is a sophomore from Columbus, OH, and her writing aims to make you think about something from a different perspective. If she could make a major called “Everything”, she would. (But since she can’t, she’ll stick to psychology, German, and physics.) In her free time, you’ll find her getting a sweet treat with friends, recording episodes for her podcast, and watching The Office.
Lily Egol (she/her) is a senior from Holmdel, NJ majoring in English with minors in Music and French. She plays classical piano, performs with Hoof ‘n’ Horn, researches women philosophers for Project Vox, and volunteers with Ballet & Books. Lily is an enthusiastic bookworm who loves to nerd out about Shakespeare, Jane Austen, women artists and composers, Paris, and the Oxford comma.
Amy Liu (she/her) is a junior from New Orleans, LA. She is majoring in CS and Stats and is passionate about the intersection between humanities and tech. In her free time she likes to yap with friends, write poetry, read books from the library, and scroll on Pinterest while listening to music.
Jasmine Fan is a junior from California interested in Public Policy and English. In her free time, she loves longboarding, listening to music, and writing poetry.
Maria Lissovolik (she/her) is a junior from Washington, D.C. studying Public Policy. She loves reading, taking walks, spending time with family and friends, and designing for the Muse!
Hi! My name is Ella Tallett (she/her), and I am a senior from Cedar Rapids, IA majoring in Neuroscience. The Muse has been a great outlet for me to explore myself and my perspectives on feminism & womanhood. Outside of the Muse, I am involved in Duke Club Running and am a barista at Bella Union, where I enjoy drinking coffee and listening to music. Please stop in and say hi!
Emrys Lindsey: I am a sophomore majoring in Mechanical Engineering, Duke class of 2028. I love animals and outer space, as well as reading for hours on end!
Daniella Freedman (she/her) is a sophomore from North Salem, NY studying English / JAM. She is so excited to have joined the Muse as a Writer this morning year! She loves all forms of writing, whether it’s creative, journalistic, or just a personal essay, and being a part of such a supportive community of women.
Wendy House(she/her) is a sophomore from Durham, North Carolina hoping to major in Biology and Evolutionary Anthropology. A writer for the Muse, in her free time, she likes to read and draw. Her favorite tree is the tulip poplar.
Muse Co-President/Co-Editor-in-Chief Nicol Milev (she/her) is a senior from MS studying Neuroscience. When she’s not writing poetry, she enjoys crafting Spotify playlists, junk journaling, and watching movies and immediately logging them on her Letterboxd.
Managing Editor Olivia Ess (she/her) is a sophomore from rural North Carolina, navigating her new life at Duke one Coca-Cola at a time. When she’s not editing or writing for The Muse, you can find her journaling in Duke’s gardens, or lost in a good novel—preferably an old classic. A dedicated thrifter, she’s on a constant quest for vintage treasures and the next great story.
Co-Web Manager/Design Co-Chair Luna Hu (she/her), a sophomore from Greenville, SC, plans to major in Economics with a Finance concentration, a Psychology minor, and an I&E certificate. She enjoys reading, graphic designing, playing the clarinet, and making 3D origami. Despite her busy schedule, Stephanie always finds time for her friends.
Co-Web Manager/Design Co-Chair Charlotte Lin (she/her) is a sophomore from Washington D.C. She is a math major and is considering double majoring in political science. She enjoys playing ultimate frisbee, baking, and playing with her one year old bernadoodle.
Social Media Chair Isabella Falcone (she/her) is a sophomore from Manhasset, NY. She is a writer and editor for The Muse and has absolutely loved it so far!! When she’s not writing, you can find her painting, reading romance novels, watching reality TV, going on long walks, or trying new restaurants (she needs recs)! She’s so happy to be a part of the Muse community and looks forward to seeing our future magazine editions!
Pranathi Gorty (she/her) is a sophomore from Wilson, NC, planning to major in Biomedical Engineering and Computer Science. Apart from graphic designing, she loves to listen to music, watch Tollywood movies, and henna design!
Lea Marie Mastorakis (she/her) is a junior from Long Island, NY. She is a double major in Public Policy and English. In addition to writing for The Muse, she enjoys reading, traveling, and talking about anything and everything feminist!
Hey everyone! My name is Adelyn O’Connell (she/her) and I was born and raised in Boulder, Colorado. I have a younger sister who I absolutely adore and an adorable cat named Cosmo (although I identify as a dog person). I love the outdoors and I’m always in the mood for a nice stroll or hike in the mountains. I also love the library, coffee dates, or just chatting with friends under the sun!
Sarah Campbell Brown (she/her) is a sophomore from Columbia, SC. Her interests in fashion focus on the psychology behind consumer behavior, how geopolitics impact the way we dress, and sharing content and styling tips that are accessible and achievable for Gen-Z buyers. When she’s not on a Pinterest scroll, you’re likely to spot her sitting in Saladelia drinking a seasonal latte with a ribbon in her hair, and using or wearing something floral print.
Jeslyn Cai (she/her) is a junior from Spokane, Washington, planning to study Public Policy and International Comparative Studies. She loves playing the piano, watching movies, and going on beautiful hikes!
Cara Eaton (she/her) is a junior from Westerly, RI. She is majoring in Philosophy and loves writing of all kinds, especially screenwriting. She also spends ample time navigating the worlds of literature, dance, film, and (unfortunately) Canvas.
Emily Cui (she/her) is a freshman from Vancouver, Canada hoping to major in Political Science and Public Policy on the pre-law track. Although she’s a self-proclaimed book enthusiast, her dead Goodreads account suggests otherwise. When she’s not busy writing angsty poetry or binging fanfiction, you can find her singing, thrifting, or catching up on sleep during her weekly naps.
