About Us
We recognize and respectfully acknowledge that the land on which The Aquinian is situated is the un-surrendered and unceded traditional territory of the Wolastoqiyik.
The Aquinian, St. Thomas University’s Official Student Publication, is student-owned and operated.
The Aquinian aims to foster a sense of community at STU by developing and promoting dialogue.
The online edition of The Aquinian is published weekly during the academic year.
Letters to the Editor must be submitted by Friday at 5 p.m. to ensure its publication in the following issue. All submissions must have your full name attached. The Aquinian’s editorial board reserves the right to reject letters and edit for content, clarity, brevity and length.
The opinions expressed in these publications are those of the writers, and may not be representative of The Aquinian, its editorial board or its board of directors.
All editorial content appearing in The Aquinian is the property of The Aquinian. Stories, photos and artwork contained herein cannot be reproduced without written permission from the Editor-in-Chief.
The Aquinian is a member of the Canadian University Press and the 2021-22 edition is funded in part by St. Thomas University’s Dalton Camp Endowment in Journalism.
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OUR CREATIVE TEAM
Fernanda Sanchez
Editor-in-Chief
Fernanda Sanchez is a fourth-year journalism student from Managua, Nicaragua. She started with The Aquinian as a volunteer writer in her second year and continued as the arts editor last year. She enjoys writing all types of reviews, from music albums to live theatre. She's also interested in photojournalism. Outside of journalism, she enjoys watching movies with her friends. She hopes to pursue a career in journalism after graduation. For any questions, concerns, or story ideas Fernanda can be reached at eic@theaq.net
Emilia Alvear
Managing Editor
Emilia Alvear is a fourth-year student from Quito, Ecuador honouring in English with a creative writing concentration and majoring in communications and public policy. She's passionate about complex and heartfelt stories in the community. If you have any pitches, questions, or concerns, Emilia can be reached at managing@theaq.net.
Polina Kozlova
News Editor
Polina Kozlova is a second-year student from Kherson, Ukraine, majoring in Journalism, Communications & Public Policy, and Digital Media & Creative Arts. She is passionate about storytelling, social issues, and the arts. She is also a published poet. Polina loves uncovering diverse perspectives and turning complex topics into engaging stories. Outside of the newsroom, she volunteers for her church, enjoys cultural conversations, and can make an amazing cup of coffee to go with them. Pitch your story ideas to her at news@theaq.net.
Suzanne Shah
Features Editor
Suzanne Shah is a third-year student at St. Thomas University majoring in Journalism, Communications and Public Policy and Digital Media & Creative Arts. She sees journalism as a space where creativity and truth meet, blending her love for content creation with her passion for reporting. Suzanne began with The Aquinian as a volunteer writer and now steps into the role of Features Editor, where she brings curiosity, depth, and fresh perspective to every story. Suzanne hopes to pursue a career in multimedia journalism as a hijabi journalist, shaping narratives that are as dynamic and diverse as the communities around her. Feel free to share your story ideas by emailing her at features@theaq.net.
Malachi Lefurgey
Arts & Culture Editor
Malachi Lefurgey is a third-year student from Hamilton, Ontario. Double majoring in Journalism and Law, Politics and Society. Malachi really got into journalism after being recommended Joan Didion, a journalist and writer. Art has always been in Malachi’s life, he’s grateful to be able to write and showcase the art and culture here in Fredericton. You can email him at arts@theaq.net any time with pitches or ideas!
Liam Carleton
Sports Editor
Liam Carleton is a third-year student from Fredericton and he's majoring in journalism. He enjoys listening to music, watching movies and sports. His favourite teams are the Toronto Blue Jays and Maple Leafs. He’s always excited to hear pitches and can be reached at sports@theaq.net.
Brianna Lyttle
Staff Writer
Brianna Lyttle is a second-year student from Truro, Nova Scotia, double majoring in Fine Arts (Musical Theatre) and English with a concentration in Creative Writing. When not working on her articles, she can be found scouring the Fredericton theatre scene for another musical to audition for or rewatching The Amazing Digital Circus. She loves connecting with her school and local community, and is excited to return to her staff writer position. You can connect with Brianna at staffwriter1@theaq.net.
Jennifer Williams
Staff Writer
Maria Fernanda Flores
Social Media & Advertising Editor
Fernanda Flores is a fourth-year student from El Salvador, double majoring in psychology and communications. She loves Taylor Swift and fashion. As well as watching soccer and drinking coffee. She’s excited to be back on the team this academic year. Feel free to share your ideas or pitches with her at social@theaq.net