First ImPressions

Aditi Marshan – Head of Press

This Press veteran has become the epitome of wonder in the newsroom. Her endless enthusiasm to write everything from text messages to poetry coupled with her timid wildness in Press conferences makes her the most approachable, helpful Head ever. The typical hour spent with Aditi involves her obsessing over Ms Smriti and her latest read, a melodramatic narration of her university life to-be, and random Spanish phrases being thrown around. (Yes, we know this sounds a lot like Aria – they’re terrifyingly similar) In essence, she’s forever altered the course of Press at UNiS – the newsroom will always be here to welcome her home. 

Pro tip: Since she eats less than a mouse, woo her with a John Donne-type poem instead.

Aria Panchal – Head of Press

Watch this Press Head waltz and salsa across the Press room, adding a metaphor here and a pun there, polishing up every article till it’s perfect. This Press team member starts every joke she has to tell with “You wanna laugh?” The expert titler, Aria is always the one to approach if you can’t think of a name for your article or story or poem. 

Pro-tip: Un-funny jokes, waffles with chocolate sauce, and stealing gum-pads for her are the way to this Head of Press’s heart.

Bhakti Almoula – Editor

Widely known as “the sweetest fluff to exist”, this Press member is your go-to for when you need help with literally anything. Seriously – her talents are so vast, as is her desire to help, that she will never say no. Eternally eager to edit the next article and come up with the next idea, Bhakti is the glue holding the Press team together. 

Tanisha Luthria – Editor

Describing Tans in one word is surprisingly easy – wild. This JB turned BIS editor is the literal embodiment of chaos and the calm. Not only does she light up the Press room with her infectious sunshine smile, Tanisha brings with her a multitude of fresh ideas. Chat with her about anything from songs to school to driving (!!) and you’re guaranteed to experience her distinctive hair flip.

Pro tip: Habla consigo en Espanol para puntos de brownies 🙂