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MEET  OUR  AUTHORS

Xander Brown majors in Natural Resource Management at the University of Belize. He lives in Belmopan and enjoys working out at the gym and hanging out with friends. Click here to read his nonfiction story "Memory of a Bust Lip."

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Mario Calvio majored in IT at the University of Belize. He lives in Belmopan and enjoys reading and photography. Click here to read his travel article "Calabash Caye: An Ocean Lover's Unpolished Paradise."

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Jeremiah Canto majored in Biology and Chemistry at the University of Belize. He lives in San Antonio Village, Cayo District, and loves sci-fi novels and science-related YouTube videos. Click here to read his nonfiction story "A Lesson Learnt." 

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Ahsley Chablé majored in Accounting at the University of Belize. She lives in San Jose Succotz and enjoys dancing and swimming on Sunday afternoonsClick here to read her travel article "A Magnificent Castle Right Here in Belize." 

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Charles Coc majored in Biology at the University of Belize. He lives in San Ignacio and enjoys reading as well as hiking, running, and other outdoor activities. Click here to read his travel article "A Walk in the Garden of Ella."

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Kiren Coyoc majored in English at the University of Belize. She lives in San Ignacio Town and enjoys playing the ukulele and taking trips to the Mountain Pine Ridge Forest Reserve. Click here to read her nonfiction story "Confessions of an Introvert."

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Kelsie Cuevas majored in Accounting the University of Belize. A proud dog-mom to her four-year-old rescue dog, she lives in Belmopan and enjoys staying active and spending time with her family and her beloved.  Click here to read her travel article "The Magic of Half Moon Caye."

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Wendy Galdamez majored in Business at the University of Belize. She lives in Belmopan and enjoys baking and spending quality time with friends. Click here to read her personal essay "Memories of Blue Mountain Ranch."   

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Fatima Gamez Corado is a business science major at the University of Belize. She lives in Las Flores, Belmopan, and enjoys reading and writing during her free time. Click here to read her nonfiction story "My Genesis and Journey."   

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Laura Garcia is an English Education major at the University of Belize and resides in Ontario Village. She has a passion for teaching and working with young people, not only in academics but also in Christian dance choreography and drama. Click on the following links to read her nonfiction stories "Mama Naya," "Selling Mama Naya's Veggies," and "Little Girl; Big Responsibility."

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Marlyn Garcia majored in Primary Education at the University of Belize. She lives in San Ignacio and enjoys handcrafting and listening to music. Click here to read her personal essay "My Nona."  

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Philip Haylock majored in Business Management at the University of Belize. He lives in Punta Gorda and Belize City and enjoys playing sports and listening to music. Click here to read his travel article "The Go Slow Island." 

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Alisha Hines majored in nursing at the University of Belize. She lives in Punta Gorda Town and enjoys traveling and singing. Click here to read her personal essay "The Mastermind behind Many Successful Footballers." 

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Andres Hung majored in Chemistry and Biology at the University of Belize.  His hobbies include art, music, and surfing the web. Click here to read his travel article "The Museum of Belize: More than Just History."

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Shemiah Ireland is an English major at the University of Belize. She lives in Ontario Village and enjoys reading and listening to music. Click here to read her nonfiction story "Memoir of a School Day."

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Jessica Koop, an English major at the University of Belize, lives in Belmopan but grew up in Spanish Lookout. She enjoys writing poetry, reading, and riding horses. Click here to read her nonfiction story "Queen."

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Jocelyne Lemus is an English major at the University of Belize. She lives in Benque Viejo Town and enjoys traveling and doing arts and crafts. Click here to read her nonfiction story "The Farmer's Daughter."

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Raisa Locario majored in Medical Laboratory Science at the University of Belize. She lives in Punta Gorda Town and enjoys reading, baking pastries, and spending time with her family. Click here to read her travel article "Copal Tree Lodge: A Great Family Adventure."

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Lizzani Mai majored in Mathematics at the University of Belize. She loves to read and listen to music. Click here to read her personal essay "Dad, My All-time Favorite Guy." 

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Arintown Maldonado majored in Natural Resources Management at the University of Belize. He lives in San Marcos Village and enjoys creating melodies on his guitar and assisting with the veterinary care of the cattle on his family’s ranchClick here to read his personal essay "A Home Lost, a Paradise Found." 

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Marlon Martinez currently lives in Belmopan and is an English major at the University of Belize. He aspires to master all existing communication forms, especially writing. Click here to read his nonfiction story "In the Shadows of Light."

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Moises Martinez is an English Education major at the University of Belize. He lives in Benque Viejo del Carmen and enjoys watching and talking about movies. Click here to read his nonfiction story "The Weight of Parenthood."

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Alissa Mena majored in Biology at the University of Belize. She grew up in Esperanza Village and enjoys reading. Click here to read her personal essay "Sunday Morning Glory." 

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Shanti Oh  is an English major at the University of Belize. She resides in Belmopan and has a passion for reading and listening to music, Taylor being her favorite artist. Click on the following links to read her nonfiction stories "Nah" and "Uninvited Guest."  

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Aaron Palacio majored in English at the University of Belize. He lives in Belmopan and enjoys writing fantasy and nonfiction, including learning how to improve on character development and world-building. Click here to read his travel article "A Break from Vacation." 

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Erei Palacio  is an English major at the University of Belize. He lives in Belmopan and enjoys reading fantasy novels and playing strategy video games. Click here to read his nonfiction story "Hive." 

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Agatha Petkau majored in English at the University of Belize. She lives in Orange Walk town and enjoys long-distance running and playing instruments, among other things. Click on the following links to read her story "A Strange, New World" and her travel article "A Very Green Coffee Shop."

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Amber Pollard majored in English at the University of Belize. She grew up in Belize City and attended St. John's College Junior College and St. Catherine Academy. Click here to read her nonfiction story "Seas the Day."

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Florencio Rash majored in English at the University of Belize. He lives in Roaring Creek Village and enjoys playing football and spending time with his family. Click here to read his travel article "Connecting with My Maya Roots in San Antonio, Toledo." 

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Kimberly Santos majored in English Education at the University of Belize. Currently residing in San Ignacio Town, she enjoys reading romance novels and social media content creation. Click here to read her travel article "San Ignacio Market Maze."

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Victor Turcios majored in Pharmacy at the University of Belize and lives in Ladyville. A lover of the great outdoors, he enjoys hunting and fishingClick here to read his travel article "Belize's Very Own Piece of Heaven." 

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Emilsa Useda majored in Primary Education at the University of Belize. She lives in Belmopan and enjoys spending quality time with her family. Click here to read her personal essay "Eduardo." 

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Kayleigh Witty majored in Natural Resources Management at the University of Belize. She lives in Belmopan and enjoys reading. Click here to read her personal essay "A Melting Pot A.K.A My Street." 

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Editor  

Ivory Kelly

 

Assistant Editors

Aaren Guzman

Marlon Martinez

Ashley McFadzean

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Editorial Assistants

Jessica Koop

Moises Martinez

Shanti Oh

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Technical Assistant

Bronwen Forman

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Original Photographer

Tamika Chen

 

Original Graphic Designer

Aaron Palacio

 

Original Web Designer 

Harnoor Tut

​Email:

comepose@ub.edu.bz  

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