Senior Staff Profile: Aiden DeWalt
- What is your position on “The Hiller”?
I am a staff writer.
- How long have you been on staff and why did you join?
I have been on staff for one year, and I joined because Mrs. O’Lare recommended it to me.
- What has been your favorite article you’ve written and why?
My favorite article would be “Hogwarts Legacy: New ‘Harry Potter’ or Magical Misfire” because I got to express my personal opinions about “Harry Potter.”
- What are your plans after graduation?
I plan to go to college and then med school for anesthesiology residency.
- What will you miss most about “The Hiller”?
I will miss having the resources to write about whatever comes to my mind.
- What is the most important lesson you have learned from being in journalism?
I have learned how to be a better writer.
- What is your favorite memory while writing for “The Hiller”?
My favorite memory is our brainstorming sessions when we plan for the next issue.
- How many red pens do you think Mrs. O’Lare has gone through grading your articles?
Only one because I haven’t been on the staff that long, but if I had been on staff longer, probably five.
- How has Mrs. O’Lare impacted/inspired you while writing for “The Hiller”?
Mrs. O’Lare has given me confidence about my writing while correcting errors.
- What is your favorite Trinity lunch meal?
Definitely the Hiller Hoagie because it slaps.
- Anything you would like to add? Anything you would like to say to the rest of the staff?
Everyone I work with is a great writer and it has been awesome to be on staff this year.
Addison has been on staff for four years now and loves writing for The Hiller! When not at school, she can be found hanging out with her friends, online...