Brooke Tacsar

I am a third-year student at Ohio State, pursuing a double major in Public Affairs Journalism and Criminology & Criminal Justice Studies, complemented by a minor in Nonprofit Management.

My dedication to journalistic excellence is evidenced by over 30 published articles, alongside my roles as a reporter and copy editor at The Lantern, an esteemed editorially independent student newspaper. Additionally, I write opinion pieces and create social media content for Her Campus, a magazine catering to the female college demographic. At Ohio State's Parent and Family Relations Office, I spearhead a monthly article series titled "Department Debriefs," showcasing my ability to communicate complex topics effectively and develop independent projects.

Through these experiences, I've honed my skills in reporting, editing and content creation, with a commitment to informing and engaging diverse audiences across various platforms.

Originally from Streetsboro, Ohio, I graduated from Streetsboro High School in 2022. Currently, I'm on track to earn my degree from Ohio State in 2025, where I'm immersed in the community of Buckeyes.

Growing up, I cherished the time spent with my two sisters, who remain my confidants and closest friends today. Our family dynamic included our dog, Charlie Brown Tacsar and supported by my parents, I was always encouraged to pursue my journalistic passions from a young age.

Throughout my childhood, the pages of my favorite books introduced me to a myriad of characters who became cherished companions. This early love for storytelling fostered my passion for writing, guiding me towards a career path aligned with my talents and interests.

Upon enrolling at Ohio State, I was captivated by the world of journalism and reporting. The power of storytelling and the pursuit of truth ignited my enthusiasm, propelling me towards a fulfilling journey of academic and professional growth. 

Last year as a student assistant for Ohio State's Parent and Family Relations Office, I created Department Debriefs, a monthly article that explains the various offices offered to students at Ohio State. This article series has become a prominent and well-acknowledged project by other universities and Ohio State offices as well as external panels evaluating Ohio State's communication efforts. Today, I still oversee, edit and write Department Debriefs every month for the office. Sent to over 53,000 families, these articles are the 5th most viewed page on our website, and I recently recieved the Dean's Leadership Award for its innovative communication efforts. 

I am also currently a reporter and copy editor for The Lantern, an award-winning campus newspaper at Ohio State. The Lantern is editorially independent from Ohio State and is one of the largest campus newspapers in the United States. As a reporter for The Lantern, I have developed my news and feature article reporting skills while producing accurate and objective news on a deadline. This has allowed me to further acquire time-management skills while balancing deadlines and schoolwork.

Her Campus is an online magazine that targets the female demographic and is written by students at over 400 campuses across the United States. I am currently a reporter and writer for the Ohio State chapter, publishing two opinion pieces a month. I also help produce media content every month for Her Campus. My involvement with Her Campus has allowed me to develop my creativity and subjective writing, evolving my writing skills to be robust and flexible in its application to different audiences and formats.

Walter Cronkite