Isabel Mann –– Staff Writer

A ballerina and master of hip-hop dance; Isabel Mann ’13 has an agile mind, fluid style, and strong ability to overcome inhibitions. New to the Inklings staff this year, Mann is confident that her strengths in the studio will pertain to her growth as a journalist.

“Publishing a good story requires the same set of skills needed to put on a good recital,” Mann said. “I’m ready for a different kind of audience.”

Mann’s initial interest in journalism stemmed from viewing Inklings as a freshman and being amazed with the paper’s polished layout. Eager to get involved her sophomore year, Mann signed up for Intro to Journalism, where she quickly discovered her previously unseen love for writing and reporting.

This year, Mann intends to leap out of her comfort zone and improve her skills as a photojournalist. She hopes to stretch herself as a writer by taking on different types of stories, and developing confidence as a columnist. While she is dedicated to expanding her horizons, Mann is excited to participate in the design aspect of Inklings that originally inspired her to join. The unique flow she shows on-stage is bound to reveal itself in this year’s layout.