The Tacoma Ledger is the independent weekly collegiate newspaper of the University of Washington Tacoma. All content is generated by Ledger-employed student journalists currently enrolled at UWT. The Ledger strives to adhere to student interests and local news. UWT Administration, student organizations, and students and clubs exercise no editorial control over the publication. Funding is provided through the UW Tacoma Services and Activities Fee and supplemented by advertising revenue.

Our Mission Statement: The Tacoma Ledger is committed to presenting high-quality student news to inform and engage with the University of Washington Tacoma community. We strive to represent student voices while creating a professional environment in which student writers can hone their journalism skills and express themselves. 

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Editors

MJ Cameron – Editor-in-Chief

MJ is a senior at UWT and is majoring in Communication. MJ is hoping to pursue a career in digital marketing or journalism. He started at TCC as a senior in high school in 2023 and completed his Associate of Arts degree in June 2025. Outside of school, he enjoys exploring Washington with his partner and his family, creating digital art on photoshop, and dancing to hip hop or tap.

Blake Latta – Managing Editor

Blake is a senior Communication major at UW Tacoma. He is hoping to pursue a career in either the video game industry or sports media. Blake started pursuing journalism during his time at Green River College, and worked as the Sports Editor at The Current for two quarters. Outside of The Ledger, Blake enjoys both watching and playing sports, video games, and finding new music.

Content Team

Ludovica Godi – Production Manager

Ludovica is the Production Manager of The Ledger and the host of The Howl. She is a junior at the University of Washington Tacoma, majoring in Communication. Through her podcast, she enjoys creating content that informs and connects the UW Tacoma community. Outside of work, Ludovica enjoys spending time with her family and working out. 

Eon Hu – Content Assistant

Eon Hu is a student at UW Tacoma who supports The Ledger through social media curation and content coordination. As a Content Assistant, he helps curate Instagram posts and assists with scheduling articles to ensure timely and engaging coverage of campus news. Eon enjoys working at the intersection of storytelling and digital media, helping extend The Ledger’s reach on all platforms. Outside of The Ledger, he is involved in campus activities and has an interest in media strategy and content organization.

Jaqueline Contreras-Velez – Visuals Assistant

Reporters

Kai Lee

Kai is an undergraduate student at UWT majoring in Communication, planning to pursue a career in journalism. He values community journalism and enjoys reporting on local issues. In his free time, he drinks tea, listens to music, reads, and spends time with family, including his cats and dogs.

Rylee Morrow

Rylee is a junior at UWT, majoring in Communication. She is hoping to pursue a career in the publishing industry and spends most of her time reading and writing. Beyond that, she enjoys baking, crochet, and spending time with family and friends.

Ella Walken

Mya Leo