SMU LOOK is a student-run publication covering all things fashion, lifestyle and Dallas living. Our staff is made up of 20 different majors, ranging from fashion media and marketing to public relations, finance and biological science. We are so proud of the diversity within our staff, which then allows us to come together to create a magazine and brand that truly celebrates and shares SMU’s diverse style.
Get to know our 2022 staff below!
Editor in Chief: Maria Chammas
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Major: Journalism and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: My favorite part about being on look is watching the magazine come to life every semester! It takes so much time and it’s a consuming process to put it together, but the hard work is what makes it way more rewarding to finally have it in my hands.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Vibrant
Managing Editor: Katie Abrams
Hometown: Jupiter, Florida
Major: Journalism and Finance
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Working with such an incredible team.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Ambitious
Assistant Editor: Maddie Crisp
Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas
Major: Fashion Media and Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Look is my creative outlet. It’s a special place that I can combine my love of writing and fashion together to create something fun!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Tenacious
Writers: Soksan Teng
Hometown: Plano, Texas
Major: Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Definitely getting to be a part of a community where there are others who share the same interest as me!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Passionate
Digital Editor: Carolyn Hammond
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Major: Political Science and History
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: SMU Look has given me the opportunity to pursue interests outside of my major. I may be political science and history, but I love fashion, especially the business and law aspects of it, and SMU Look has given me the opportunity to explore that passion!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Classic
Assistant Digital Editor: Mary Thompson Charlebois
Hometown: Charlotte, North Carolina
Major: Journalism and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love meeting people and collaborating with individuals with different styles at SMU.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Outgoing
Assistant Digital Editor: Bella Pinera
Hometown: Miami, Florida
Major: Advertising and Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Getting to read and write about all my favorite things and getting to meet new friends on campus.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Bubbly
Digital Writer: Princess Matthew
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Major: Marketing
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: The people are the best!!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Simple
Digital Writer: Fernanda Gonzalez
Hometown: Monterrey, Mexico
Major: Public Relations and Corporate Communication
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Having the opportunity to showcase amazing SMU students and alumni through interviews!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Assertive
Digital Writer: Lucy Ladis
Hometown: Frisco, Texas
Major: Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Interviewing interesting people.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Adventurous
Digital Writer: Lizzie Sexton
Hometown: Louisville, Kentucky
Major: Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love all the different perspectives and personalities SMU Look shows, especially when it comes to fashion. It pushes me to dress cuter, which I probably need.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Confident
Digital Writer: Shae Walker
Hometown: Newport Beach, California
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love having SMU Look as an outlet to express and share my creativity.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Loyal
Digital Writer: Lindsay Rorschach
Hometown: Houston, Texas
Major: Psychology
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I get to work alongside so many artistic, inspiring people and get to share my creativity, hobby of writing, and love for fashion with people in the SMU community and beyond!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Determined
Creative Director: Lilly Jach
Hometown: Cleveland, Ohio
Major: Biological Science
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love getting to see the whole process of publishing the magazine. Starting from the beginning with just a concept and then seeing how everyone collaborates to create the final product has been an amazing experience!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Sweet
Assistant Creative: Bennett Hill
Hometown: Edmond, Oklahoma
Major: Fashion Media and Marketing
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: SMU Look is an amazing creative outlet with an incredible group of people.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Positive
Fashion Editor: Alex Kapelina
Hometown: Bethesda, Maryland
Major: Studio Art and Business
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Seeing the photo shoot come to life and putting in such hard work.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Driven
Production Coordinator: Michaela McTee
Hometown: San Antonio, Texas
Major: Fashion Media and Marketing
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: My position lets me express my creativity in so many ways! I get to learn about styling, photography and prepping for shoots.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Mindful
Fashion Assistant: Chrissy Nelli
Hometown: Greenwich, Connecticut
Major: Psychology and Neuroscience
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love having a creative outlet that allows me to explore the boutiques and stores in Dallas. It has become an incredible experience working with stores and designers with a vision in mind and watching it come together during the shoots and in magazine.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Leader
Art Director: Olivia Porsch
Hometown: Lucas, Texas
Major: Creative Advertising and Marketing
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love helping our amazing editorial team and writers turn their visions into reality and getting to watch the whole magazine come together over the semester.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Maximalist
Assistant Art Director: Caroline Soja
Hometown: Tiburon, California
Major: Advertising
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Being around amazing peers and creating moving work!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Creative
Art Team: Maud House
Hometown: Mill Valley, California
Major: Journalism and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love getting to know new people and collaborating with others!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Compassionate
Photographer: Renee Eisenmann
Hometown: Sarasota, Florida
Major: Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love how passionate everyone is to create the best final product.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Creative
Photographer: Haley Reed
Hometown: Pasadena, California
Major: Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: My favorite part about being on SMU Look is that I am surrounded by similar people who share my love of fashion who I can be myself around and have fun with.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Joyful
Photographer: Ella McDonald
Hometown: Mountain Brook, Alabama
Major: Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love working with everyone together as a team and being able to be creative through planning photoshoots.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Energetic
Marketing Director: Morgan Gruwell
Hometown: Phoenix, Arizona
Major: Marketing and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: The tight-knit group of talent that has been created over the years. I believe each member has grown in unique ways fostering an educational experience alongside doing what we love, fashion!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Social
Assistant Marketing: Clementine Marcogliese
Hometown: Westchester, New York
Major: Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love being able to meet people on campus who have the same interest in fashion as me!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Bubbly
Marketing Team: Catherine Cook
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Major: Strategic Brand Management
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Getting to see the magazine come to life and the people I work with!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Outgoing
Marketing Team: Katharyn Mitchell
Hometown: Memphis, TN
Major: Advertising
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love getting the chance to meet and work with new people that all share a love for SMU Look.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Cheerful
Marketing Team: Izzy Searles
Hometown: Newport Beach, California
Major: Accounting
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: One of my favorite parts about being in SMU look is branching out. I didn’t have much experience in a marketing role and this opportunity has allowed me to grow and develop a skill set in this area.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Joyful
Marketing Team: Jacqueline Potwora
Hometown: Eugene, Oregon
Major: Finance
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Getting to see how the companies we reach out to make it to the Instagram and magazine!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Enthusiastic
Event Coordinator: Angelina Choucair
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Major: Psychology
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Since freshman year I have loved being apart of such a positive, creative team and expanding the SMU LOOK brand!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Curious
Event Coordinator: Morgan Perry
Hometown: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love being apart of SMU Look because of the sense of community and coming together to try to accomplish something beautiful for SMU. Every member is so dedicated to our new issue and it’s so rewarding to see our hard work pay off.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Optimistic
Social Media Director: Sophie McGuire
Hometown: Dallas, Texas
Major: Fashion Media and Journalism
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Collaborating with my team to create amazing content that celebrates and shares SMU’s diverse style:)
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Joyful
Instagram Director: Gillian Williams
Hometown: Los Angeles, California
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Getting to see all the teams accomplish their goals and how amazing the magazine looks in the end.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Creative
Instagram Assistant Director: Charlotte Kolman
Hometown: St. Louis, Missouri
Major: Public Relations and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Content shoots!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Creative
Instagram Assistant Director: Atenas Vijil
Hometown: Tegucigalpa, Honduras
Major: Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love how SMU Look makes me explore and challenge my creativity. We are constantly creating new and unique content to capture the attention of new readers and followers.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Creative
TikTok Director: Gina Marie Campagna
Hometown: Midland, Texas
Major: Public Relations and Strategic Communication
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: My favorite part of being on SMU Look is getting to work with so many talented people.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Dedicated
Youtube Director: Sutton Soinski
Hometown: San Francisco, California
Major: Marketing
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love all the new people I get to meet with who share a common passion of fashion and beauty!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Happy
Video Content Creator: Alexa Field
Hometown: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Major: Journalism and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love being able to work with so many people with different talents to put together such a cool publication!
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Outgoing
Video Content Creator: Kaitlyn Sciarrino
Hometown: Manhattan Beach
Major: Journalism and Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: I love getting to meet people from around campus and having the chance to tell their story through video interviews.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Creative
Video Content Creator: Chloe Grace Crissman
Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD
Major: Political Science, French and Ethics
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Being able to have a creative outlet and be in an environment to grow.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Passionate
Video Content Creator: Olivia Atherton
Hometown: The Woodlands, Texas
Major: Fashion Media
What is your favorite part about being in SMU LOOK?: Being able to have this creative outlet and work with a group of amazing people.
What one word would you use to describe yourself? Enthusiastic
Instagram Assistant Director: Isabel Meadows
Consulting Editor: Loni Nunziata
Model Coordinator: Sinclair Jelleme
Art Team: Grace Peek
Digital Writer: Ivy Nielsen
