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Our Team

The Philadelphia Student Press Association is run by students, for students. Our team brings together leaders from member schools across Philadelphia who are passionate about strengthening student journalism. From organizing events and workshops to building resources for young reporters, PSPA’s team works collaboratively to empower the next generation of journalists.

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Founder & CEO

Jackson Juzang

Jackson is a media entrepreneur, producer, journalist, and Haverford College student working at the intersection of sports, culture, and journalism. In addition to being the founder of PSPA, he has also founded PBJ Productions, a Pittsburgh-based multimedia company creating original content across sports, music, comedy, and entertainment.

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Marketing & Operations Lead

Joseph Lendacky

Joseph is a digital marketer and graduate student at Temple University, pursuing a Master’s in Digital Marketing. With experience in social media strategy, event marketing, and content creation, he is passionate about using storytelling to connect communities.

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Events Chair

Marchella Mazzoni

Marchella is a junior at Rowan University studying Journalism and Sports Communications & Media. She is dedicated to illuminating the voices and stories that often go unheard, driven by a steadfast commitment to adhere to ethical standards ensuring accurate reporting.

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Communications Lead

Claire Herquet

Claire is a social media marketing intern and a media and journalism student at La Salle University. With significant experience in content strategy, research & fact-checking, and creativity, she is passionate about utilizing unique strategies to build strong brand identities and drive meaningful engagement.

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Treasurer 

Katie Thorn

Katie is a student journalist at Rowan University, pursuing a minor in Strategic Communication and a certificate in Public Relations. With experience in writing, publishing, and audience engagement, she is passionate about storytelling that resonates with readers and informs the public. Detail-oriented and collaborative, she values diverse perspectives and leverages strong communication skills to build meaningful connections.

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Advisory Board

The Advisory Board is led by students from PSPA member schools, ensuring that the organization reflects the needs and perspectives of young journalists. Members help guide programming, share feedback from their campuses, and collaborate on ways to strengthen student journalism across Philadelphia.

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CONTACT US

1315 Walnut Street STE 300 Philadelphia, PA 19107

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