Editorial Staff
Co Editor-in-Chief
Kavi Vidya Achar
(They/them)
Kavi is in their second year of a dual major in political science and public administration. Kavi was previously Editor-in-Chief of their high school news magazine and an editor for three years. Kavi served as a news editor for the 2023-24 publishing year, and was elected as co-EIC alongside Andrew in March for 2024-25.
Visuals Director
Kai Holub
(They/he)
Kai is finishing his studies in Fine Arts and Creative Writing at U of O. Having previously worked as the Fulcrum’s graphic designer two years in a row, Kai is excited to join this year’s Editorial Board as the Visuals Director. His rare free time is spent painting nudes, watching video essays, and holding their roommate’s cat.
News Writer
Isabelle Leahey Jay
(She/her)
Isabelle is excited to join the Fulcrum as a news writer for the 2024- 2025 publishing year. She is in her second year of Political Science and Communications in French, with a strong interest in local and international affairs.
Arts & Culture Editor
Daniel Jones
(He/him)
Daniel Jones is a third-year student studying History and English at the University of Ottawa. Starting as a contributor in his second year, he is excited to get to work as the editor for the Arts & Culture section. Between readings for class and his own personal backlog, Daniel is often scratching his chin and wondering if the curtains were simply just blue.
Online Editor
Ayai Offor
(She/her)
Ayai is currently in her fourth year of Biomedical Science, with a focus on neuroscience. She is returning to the role for a second year, and has always had a passion for writing and reading from a wide range of genres. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, listening to music, and watching TV.
Sports Writer
Ana Sofia de la Parra
(She/her)
Ana is a fourth year Sociology and Feminist & Gender Studies student with a love for sports, writing, and everything in between. She has played various sports throughout her life, and has encountered a passion for reporting on them as well as spreading the fun and competitiveness that arises from them.
Staff Writer
Fejiro Mejire
(She/her)
Fejiro is in her third year of International development and globalization with a minor in Economics. Fejiro is serving as a staff writer for the 2024-25 publishing year.
Broadcast News Editor
Azeeza Kagzi
(She/her)
Azeeza is completing her final year of study in Political Science at the University of Ottawa. She is currently serving as the Broadcast News Editor for the Fulcrum for the 2024-25 publishing year.
Co Editor-in-Chief
Andrew Wilimek
(He/him)
Andrew is in his fourth and final year of a Commerce degree, specializing in Business Tech Management. He served as sports editor for 2023-24. Whether it’s hockey, baseball, fantasy football, or beer die, he loves nothing more than a little competition.
Managing Editor
Sydney Grenier
(She/her)
Sydney is a fourth year student in Human Rights and Conflict studies who has been contributing to the Fulcrum since her second year. She is honored to be managing editor this year, and make the Fulcrum a happy place for many more students.
News Editor
Bridget Coady
(She/her)
Bridget is a recent U of O grad. She has worked at the Fulcrum covering campus and local events for four years. When she’s not working on a story she’s either hanging out with her cats or at a local coffee shop.
Features/Opinions Editor
Amira Benjamin
(They/them)
Amira is a U of O graduate, previously studying anthropology & sociology. This will be their 4th year working the Fulcrum, and are excited to reignite the features and opinions sections. When they aren’t reading the news, they’re watching video essays, curating playlists, or Crocheting.
Business, Science & Tech Editor
Basant Chawla
(She/her)
Basant is in her third year of a BCom degree in Healthcare Analytics and Business Tech Management. She is the Business, Science & Tech Editor for the 2024/25 publishing year.
Sports Writer
Liam Corbett
(He/him)
Liam is in his third year of a bachelors of arts degree with a major in philosophy, minor in economics, and a micro certificate in entrepreneurship, creativity, and social innovation. Liam serves as the sports writer for 2024-25.
Staff Writer
Marjan Massoom
(She/her)
Marjan is in her fourth year of a BA in Psychology degree, where she delves into the complexities of human behaviour. Her interest in exploring the human experience translates into her work as she strives to bring insightful and thought-provoking stories to the university community. Serving as the staff writer for 2024-25 publishing year, Marjan is committed to covering a diverse range of topics.
Videographer
Pavel Nangfack
(He/him)
Pavel is in his 4th year at the University of Ottawa studying a joint honours in computer science and mathematics. Apart from school and work, He does professional photography and videography, as well as engaging in many other extra curricular activities such as skateboarding, football(not American) and volleyball. Pavel hopes to bring engaging videos and visuals to the Fulcrum this year.
Business Staff
Executive Director
Simon Coakeley
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Non-Business Staff
Ombudsperson
Vacant
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If you have any complaints against the editorial content of the Fulcrum that the Editor-in-Chief did not resolve to your satisfaction, you can email our ombudsperson at [email protected]. The ombudsperson is an impartial party not employed by the corporation who will take your concerns seriously and who has the power to pursue a resolution on your behalf.
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