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Meet Our Staff!

Since 2013, undergraduates at the University of Colorado Boulder have worked to put together gorgeous annual print collections of creative nonfiction. Each semester brings new faces; meet them below! 

Staff: Fall 2025

Ella Catania

Ella Catania (she/her/hers) is a senior at CU Boulder studying English and Women & Gender Studies, with a minor in Ethnic Studies. This is Ella’s second semester with Hindsight and first semester as Editor-in-Chief. Outside of school, she enjoys hanging out with her cat, Rory, rock climbing, and reading. She suggests reading “Shopping List” by Jordan Egelman, a Hindsight online exclusive.

Editor-in-Chief

Ella Catania

Deelia Sherman

Deelia Sherman (she/they) is a senior studying English with a minor in Biochemistry and a certificate in Native American and Indigenous Studies at CU. This is their first semester at the journal and first semester as Online Managing Editor. Deelia enjoys painting, writing, and cooking mediocre food. They recommend “五月人形 (Gogatsu Ningyo) at My Sister’s Baby Shower” by Cade Yoshioka in Hindsight Volume V.

Managing Editor for Online

Deelia Sherman

Ren Hotzfeld

Ren Hotzfeld (they/he/she) is a senior studying psychology with a minor in English at CU. This is their third semester as the Art Director for the journal. Ren enjoys drawing, listening to the same two musical artists over and over, and recently discovered an interest in story-rich fps games like Fallout 4. She had two pet cats named Luxa and Cosmo, as well as the now well-fed Navi. Ren highly recommends “You’re a Man and I’m Your Watcher” by Kaylee Fessler from Hindsight IV.

Art Director

Ren Hotzfeld

Xander Keyes-Fischer

Alexander Keyes-Fischer (He/Him/HIs) Is a freshman studying Film production and Linguistics. He is in his first semester with the journal as the A/V director. He works to make videos, social posts and livestreams for our journal. He is a lover of video editing and film as well as a profound appreciation for other cultures and languages. He loves to travel and has been to four countries outside the US.

A/V Director

Xander Keyes-Fischer

Erin McCormac

Erin McCormac (they/she/he) is a senior studying English, Creative Writing and Film at CU. This is their first semester at the journal and first semester on blind review, editorial, and art direction. Erin is passionate about TV shows, movies, drawing, and aspires to do sketch comedy and acting. Don’t ask them about a TV show unless you want them to ramble for about an hour. Erin recommends “Lullaby” by Nicholas Barnes in Changing Skies Volume II.

Blind Review; Editorial

Erin McCormac

Isabel Young

Isabel Young (she/her/hers) is a senior studying English and classics. This is her first semester at the journal and first as a blind reviewer. Isabel enjoys writing, her friends’ dogs, and culinary adventures. Isabel recommends “Long Division” by Jonathan Weibert.

Blind Review; Editorial

Isabel Young

Katie Krochalis

Katie Krochalis (she/her/hers) is a senior at CU Boulder studying Strategic Communications on the Public Relations track, with a double minor in Business and Writing & Public Engagement. This is her first semester as an editorial staff member at the Journal! Katie loves to spend her free time outdoors- whether it be hiking, rock climbing, or running. Katie recommends “A Prayer for the Doe” by Noah Dunn.

Editorial; All Staff

Katie Krochalis

Domo Acklin

Domo Acklin (they/them/theirs) is a third year CU Boulder Student. This is their first semester at the journal and first semester as a member of art direction. Domo is an artist of several different mediums and is very enthusiastic about biology and conservation. Domo recommends “Death Without A Soul and the Spacetime Between Us" by S.G Greene.

Marketing; All Staff

Domo Acklin

Kevin Rothenfluh

Business Manager

Kevin Rothenfluh

Chloe Goldstein

Chloe Goldstein (she/her/hers) is a senior at CU Boulder studying English Literature. This is her first semester at the journal and first semester working as the Assistant Managing Editor. Chloe enjoys dirt biking, training/spending time with her dog, and reading. A fun fact about Chloe is that she can't straighten her left pinky because she broke it high-fiving someone. Chloe recommends “Season Calendar" by Ava Rotman.

Assistant Managing Editor

Chloe Goldstein

Abby Mantooth

Abby Mantooth (she/her/hers) is a sophomore studying Marketing at CU. This is her first semester working on marketing and business for the journal. Abby loves reading, writing, and anything crafty. Abby recommends “Hello World!” by Sania Biswas.

Marketing Director

Abby Mantooth

Connor Chase

Connor Chase (he/him/his) is a senior studying media as well as business and sports media at CU. This is his first semester at the journal and first semester as A/V and Digital Production assistant. Connor loves sports, skiing, watching movies and TV dramas, art, and music. Connor recommends “The Outdoorsman’s Footprint” by Elyse Cabrera, featured in the 2024 edition of Changing Skies.

A/V; Digital Publishing

Connor Chase

Taylor Korosec

Taylor Korosec (she/her/hers) is a senior studying English with minors in sociology and business at CU. This is her first semester at the journal and first semester on blind review and editorial. Taylor loves to spend time in the mountains, exploring new coffee shops, and of course, reading! Taylor recommends “A Prayer for the Doe” by Noah Dunn.

Blind Review; Editorial

Taylor Korosec

Jillian Fortin

Jillian Fortin (she/her/hers) is a senior at CU Boulder studying Psychology with a minor in Writing and Public Engagement. This is her first semester at the journal and first semester working on blind review and digital production. Outside of school, Jillian enjoys reading, photography, hiking, snowboarding, and going to raves with friends. Jillian recommends “Canyon of Cows” by Deelia Sherman.

Blind Review; Digital Production

Jillian Fortin

Matt Dixter

Matt Dixter (he/him/his) is a Junior studying Integrative Physiology. He is in his first semester on the journal as a blind reviewer. Matt enjoys exercising, reading, watching movies, and going to raves with his friends. Matt recommends A Mother’s Regrets by Matthew Glasser.

Blind Review; All Staff

Matt Dixter

Amanda Watkins

Amanda Watkins (she/her/hers) is a sophomore at CU studying Sociology. This is her first semester at the journal and first semester as the social media/marketing manager. Amanda loves playing soccer, snowboarding, baking, hanging out with friends, and being a part of Greek life. Amanda recommends “Canyon of Cows” by Deelia Sherman.

Social Media Direction

Amanda Watkins

Rori Fager

Rori Fager (she/her/hers) is a senior studying Neuroscience and Creative writing. This is her second semester on the journal and her first as Changing Skies managing editor. Outside of the journal, Rori spends her time reading and writing, as well as making art and music. She recommends “To: Emma” by Joan McEnhill.

Managing Editor for Print

Rori Fager

ShaeAnne Miner

ShaeAnne Miner (she/her/hers) is a sophomore at CU studying biochemistry and journalism. This is her second semester at the journal and second semester as digital production manager. ShaeAnne enjoys reading, painting, fashion, photography, music, and design. ShaeAnne recommends Canyon of Cows by Deelia Sherman, featured in issue V of Hindsight.

Digital Production Manager

ShaeAnne Miner

Jack Gerald

Jack Gerald (he/him/his) is a junior at CU Boulder studying Journalism, Fine Arts, and English. This is his first semester as Hindsight’s photographer. Jack loves cycling, drawing, photography, cooking, and movies. Jack recommends “Mulbato” by Roger Cranse.

Photographer

Jack Gerald

Logan Bird

Logan Bird (he/him/his) is a senior studying Computer Science and Atmospheric Science. He’s in his second semester with the journal as a blind reviewer. He’s also doing work on the Hindsight website. In his free time, Logan enjoys playing video games, writing and listening to music, and riding on his kick scooter. He recommends “Salty Bison” by Sean Stiny.

Blind Review; Web Design

Logan Bird

Anette Marmolejo

Anette Marmolejo (she/her/hers) is a senior at CU Boulder studying Environmental Studies and Writing and Public Engagement. This is her second semester at the journal and first as a blind reviewer. Anette loves traveling, outdoor running, and spending time with friends and family. Anette recommends “Canyon of Cows” by Deelia Sherman.

Blind Review; Editorial

Anette Marmolejo

Ella Heminway

Ella Heminway (she/her/hers) is a junior at CU Boulder studying English with a concentration in Creative Writing. This is her first semester at the journal and first semester working on blind review and digital production. Ella enjoys spending time outside, watching movies, travelling, and reading. Ella recommends “After Many A Summer” by Jenny Brown.

Blind Review; Digital Production

Ella Heminway

Giana Rocha

Giana Rocha (she/her/hers) is a senior studying Political Science with a minor in Writing and Public Engagement at CU. This is her first semester at the journal and first semester working on the journal's marketing team. Giana enjoys spending time with family, going out in nature and attending concerts. Giana recommends “Lullaby” by Nicholas Barnes.

Marketing; All Staff

Giana Rocha

Esme Eberstadt

Esme Eberstadt (she/her/hers) is a sophomore at CU majoring in Psychology and minoring in Writing for Public Engagement. This is her second semester with the journal on the editorial team and her first semester managing the social media. Esme loves playing soccer, skiing, hiking, and doing art. She recommends “Desiderium” by Grace Schwenk, published in Changing Skies Volume I.

Social Media Direction

Esme Eberstadt

2013 - Volume I.I

Mission Statement

2014 - Volume 2

Hindsight strives to highlight voices from all walks of life by publishing creative nonfiction in all its forms. We aim to foster a diverse range of contributors and their distinctive content. Anything from poetry to memoir to comics is considered for our annual print publication each spring, all through blind review, and all creative nonfiction. With submissions open year round, authors and artists have the opportunity to be published in our print journal and growing online platform.

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