California Student Journalism Corps


The EdSource California Student Journalism Corps seeks to nurture and support promising journalism college students in California while also enhancing EdSource’s ability to report deeply on statewide issues that impact colleges and universities, as well as their surrounding communities. Our network of college student journalists report on education in California and earn real-world professional experience by contributing to EdSource, which operates the largest newsroom of education reporters in the state.
(See the reporting and commentary contributed by our Corps here.)

Corps members develop their skills and prepare for the job market and life after college by working with some of the most seasoned education reporters in California at EdSource, which has emerged as a model for nonprofit journalism. The California Student Journalism Corps welcomes a new cohort of student journalists at the start of the fall, spring and summer semesters. If you are a college student interested in joining the program, learn more here.

Our thanks to the College Futures Foundation for their support of this initiative.

Meet the students: Spring 2024


Ashley Bolter is a fourth-year journalism student minoring in French and ethnic studies at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. She is a news reporter for Cal Poly’s student paper, Mustang News, and is passionate about uplifting her community through her work. Ashley aspires to be a feature writer and is excited to grow as a reporter with the Student Corps. When Ashley is not reporting, she can be found playing the trumpet in Cal Poly’s marching band.


Delilah Brumer is a sophomore at Los Angeles Pierce College majoring in journalism and political science. Her writing and photography have been published by the Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Daily News, Getty Museum and Ms. Magazine. Delilah first explored education reporting during her time as the editor-in-chief of her high school newspaper, The Pearl Post. In 2023, she was named the California High School Journalist of the Year and national runner-up. When she isn’t reporting, Delilah can be found babysitting her adorable cousins, doing embroidery and advocating for student press freedom.


Jazlyn Dieguez is a fourth-year journalism student minoring in creative editing and publishing at San Diego State University. While she contributes written articles and photographs to The Daily Aztec, SDSU’s student-run newspaper, she also serves as the social media editor for the publication. She initially made her journalistic debut as a writer and editor for The Look Magazine. Her passion for journalism is inspired by the opportunity to share diverse perspectives through storytelling and make a meaningful impact. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys watching movies, reading the latest entertainment news, and spending time with loved ones.


Kelcie Lee is a first-year student at UC Berkeley majoring in history and sociology. She is a news reporter for Berkeley’s student newspaper, The Daily Californian. Kelcie developed her passion for journalism through her high school’s student newspaper, The Lowell, where she was a reporter, and then editor-in-chief. When she isn’t writing, Kelcie can be found drinking coffee, listening to music or watching the sunset.


Arabel Meyer is a fourth-year journalism major at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Originally from San Diego, living in San Luis Obispo and studying journalism has inspired her to want to explore the stories of people all over California and beyond. Arabel is passionate about social issues and equal representation in media, and has enjoyed exploring sociology in college and writing opportunities that are people-focused.


Aya Mikbel is a fourth-year student studying political science and journalism at California State University, Sacramento. She has published works in Sacramento State’s Honors Journal and the political science journal, Globus Mundi. Aya joined the Student Corps in hopes of being a better writer and a more involved student on her college campus. In her free time, Aya enjoys crocheting, puzzling and watching old films.


Alexcia Negrete is a fourth-year communications major at Cal State Fullerton, where she serves as the editor-in-chief of the Daily Titan. Before transferring to the university, she began her journalism career at Fullerton College, producing award-winning magazines for Inside Fullerton. When Alexcia is not writing, she enjoys listening to music, drawing and crocheting. Fullerton, where she serves as the editor-in-chief of the Daily Titan. Before transferring to the university, she began her journalism career at Fullerton College, producing award-winning magazines for Inside Fullerton. When Alexcia is not writing, she enjoys listening to music, drawing and crocheting.


Abbie Phillips is a third-year journalism student minoring in Spanish at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. She has worked with EdSource since fall 2022, and is excited to continue to be a part of the team. She cannot wait to write even more. When she’s not writing, she is helping out with CRU on her campus, going to the gym or practicing one of her musical instruments.


Joshua Picazo is the former editor-in-chief at Skyline College’s The Skyline View and is majoring in media studies at UC Berkeley. He is a Bay Area native who has covered stories ranging from union negotiations to cultural issues. As the online editor, The Skyline View won the California News Publisher Association first place award for General Excellence for online campus editions.


Ally Valiente is a fourth-year communications/media studies and English double major at Sonoma State University. She began her journalism career as a reporter and managing editor for the Highline Thunderword in Washington state. Ally is currently a part of Sonoma State’s student-run radio, KSUN Radio, and is the news editor for the Sonoma State Star. When she isn’t writing, Ally enjoys reading, hiking and drinking chai.


Rae Wymer is a second-year urban studies major at UC Berkeley, minoring in journalism. She is a current writer and former deputy news editor for The Daily Californian, Berkeley’s independent student-run newspaper. Her work has been published in SFGATE and SF Mission Local. Her journalism career began in high school where she was a staff writer and later editor-in-chief for The Lowell. Originally from San Francisco, when she isn’t writing Rae enjoys swimming, exploring cities and drinking too much coffee.