Our Editors 2025-2026

Feel free to reach out to any of our editors with any questions or article ideas.

Elliot Hilden (he/they) | Co-Executive Editor | hildene@augsburg.edu

Hiiiiiiii! I am a third year majoring in Theater(Directing/ Dramaturgy/Playwriting). When I’m not in class, you can find me yapping in the Auggie’s Nest, sipping a smoothie from Einstein’s, or wasting away in the theater. Outside of my on-campus commitments, I love reading, writing, obsessing over whatever music I’m into at the moment, and spending time with my cat, Neo.

Klaus Solko (he/him) | Co-Executive Editor | solkok@augsburg.edu

Hello! I am a double major in Clinical Psychology and Sociology. I am the co-executive editor, a CA, and overall a very busy little guy. In my “free” time I birdwatch, forage, and try out new art forms. I also collect bug taxidermy, crystals and books.

Yan Urrizalqui (she/her) | Layout Editor | urrizaly@augsburg.edu

I’m a junior, majoring in Graphic Design, with minors in Studio Art and Marketing. I love dancing hip hop, discovering new music, and never say no to a good cup of coffee or an adventure!

Ruby Oswood (she/her) | Copy Editor |  oswoodb@augsburg.edu

Hello Lovelies! My name is Ruby and I use she/her/hers pronouns. I am a senior and super excited to graduate. I love to collect DC comic books and run fun, themed 5ks!

Jessica Tezoquipa (she/her) | News Editor | guevara3@augsburg.edu 

Hello, I am Jessica, I use she/her pronouns, I am a freshman majoring in strategic communications and I want to be a journalist! I like to play videogames, read poems, play guitar, and practice photography.

To Be Announced! | Sports Editor | echo@augsburg.edu

If you are interested in writing for our Sports section, please email echo@augsburg.edu!

Avery Cheeseman (they/them) | Arts & Culture Editor | cheesema@augsburg.edu.

Hello! My name is Avery Cheeseman. I use they/them pronouns. I am an environmental studies major with a minor in communication studies. I am a busy bee who can never quite sit still. I love to be constantly doing something, so I am always on the move. I love working out, lacrosse, theater, crafting, dancing, baking, reading, frogs, and bugs. 🐸🪲

Sam Bartelt (they/them) | Opinions Editor | bartelts@augsburg.edu.

Sam Bartelt is a first year here at Augsburg. They are double majoring in Biology and Environmental studies. They are super excited to be the Echo’s new Opinions Editor, as their brother did the same position years prior. Sam was just recently in the play “Annual! Perennial!” and is also a member of the Choir here at Augsburg. In their free time they like to sing, write, play games and watch YouTube.

Maggie Lile (she/her) | Features Editor | lilem@augsburg.edu

Hi! My name is Maggie, I am a Junior and this is my second year as a section editor and I am so excited to be back! I am double majoring in Environmental Studies and Communication Studies. Outside of the Echo, I am also on the volleyball team and enjoy reading, going on walks, and getting coffee with friends!

Salma Gelle (she/her) | Outreach Coordinator | gelles@augsburg.edu 

Hi!! My name is Salma and I am a senior majoring in Management Information Systems and minoring in Marketing and Entrepreneurial Studies. This is my third and last year with the Echo so I’m very excited to see what this year brings! In her free time she likes to read, bake and hangout with friends and family.

Paul Ellertson (he/they) | Online Publishing Coordinator | ellertsp@augsburg.edu

Hi, I’m Paul. I’m the Online publishing coordinator for Echo. I’m a 4th year Political Science pre law major and Spanish minor. I’m pretty outdoorsy and active.

Faculty Advisor is Kristen Chamberlain