Velocity is an online magazine produced by students in the Student Publications Seminar course at Moraine Valley Community College.
We explore vital issues and trends affecting college students. We present vignettes, voices and views through profiles, podcasts and perspectives. And we delve into the vibe of culture, music, film, art and literature.
Meet Our Vigorous Staff
Cela brown
Editor-in-Chief
Host of The Stomp Box
Professional music listener and aspiring music journalist. Dedicated to sharing the stories of the underground scene. Host of the StompBox podcast and frequent record store regular.
brownt357@student.morainevalley.edu
kamron daniels
Managing Editor
English major and aspiring writer. Love creativity in any form, whether it’s writing, movies, games or anything else.
danielsk33@student.morainevalley.edu
cam witkowski
Managing Editor
Self-proclaimed canine connaisseur impatiently awaiting Ōkami 2. Fueled by caffeine, music, long walks and pasta. No. 1 Dale Cooper fan. Aspiring non-procrastinator.
witkowskic4@student.morainevalley.edu
bobby bartolini
Content Editor
Communications major. Aspiring storyteller and documentarian focused on short POV essays and columns. Love traveling and learning about people, animals, and historical landmarks. Passionate about cooking, culture, performing arts, and building a strong mind and body.
bartolinir@student.morainevalley.edu
luke breier
Content Editor
Journalism/communications major who is passionate about sports and music. Self-taught guitar player. Radio listener who loves the world of Chicago radio.
breierl3@student.morainevalley.edu
kavonta buckley
Content Editor
Journalism major. Always interested in the stories people tell. Interested in variety of media including video games, comics, television and movies.
buckleyk3@student.morainevalley.edu
keyairra coleman
Content Editor
Journalism major. Makeup and lash artist interested in personal care research. Love movies, trying new restaurants, sightseeing around Chicago.
colemank72@student.morainevalley.edu
andre colyar
Content Editor
Photo Editor
Communications/journalism major. Passionate about music and art, documenting Chicago’s underground music scene. Creative director for my own brand, DAYS OFF.
colyara@student.morainevalley.edu
theo corrie
Content Editor
Journalism major who loves sports. Aspiring professional sports writer in second semester with Velocity. Collector of sports cards, enjoyer of walks.
corriet@student.morainevalley.edu
brianna difoggio
Content Editor
Journalism major. Passionate about travel, truth, and exploring new things–and connecting all of it to my writing.
difoggiob@student.morainevalley.edu
Bill evers
Content Editor
Resident Gizzhead. Jazz connoisseur. Enjoy the finer records in life. Constantly pining for inspiration as I find everything around me interesting. Studying for associate in arts. Second semester with Velocity. Write a series of sci-fi stories for the magazine.
eversw@student.morainevalley.edu
america ginez
Content Editor
Journalism major. Passionate about sharing people’s voices and helping readers see more than just the headline. Can be found trying to secure concert tickets, opening blind boxes, or immersing myself in anything pop culture.
gineza3@student.morainevalley.edu
Maheer Islam
Content Editor
Journalism major with a passion for storytelling, interviews and fashion. Aspiring news anchor who enjoys connecting with people and sharing their stories.
islamm@student.morainevalley.edu
azalea kozlowski
Graphic Designer
Social Media Editor
Passionate about community and the arts. Love creative projects and enjoy everything music, whether it’s concerts with friends or just dancing in my room. First semester on Velocity.
kozlowskia32@student.morainevalley.edu
mikey mills
Content Editor
General science major. Passionate about the arts, culture and traveling. First semester with Velocity with the goal of fostering connections with others and learning more about the community around me.
millsm34@student.morainevalley.edu
deyvion nichols
Content Editor
Communications major. Sometimes a writer, always a listener. New to Velocity, but writing has been an interest since high school. Hope to spread understanding through storytelling.
nicholsd34@student.morainevalley.edu
samaa yousef
Content Editor
Creative writing major. Writer for Velocity since the very beginning of the magazine. Completed first novel in a series and working with an editor in preparation for publishing. Avid Total Drama fan since age 8.
yousefs32@student.morainevalley.edu
photos by andre colyar
LISA COUCH
Journalism Instructor
Former journalist and VP of marketing & communications. Teach Student Publications Seminar: COM 151/152/153/154 (repeatable; course number changes each semester); Media Writing: JRN 111; Intro to Mass Communications: JRN 101; and composition.
CouchL3@morainevalley.edu
Publication Policies
Velocity is written and edited by students of Moraine Valley Community College, and they are solely responsible for its editorial policy and content. Velocity does not represent the views of Moraine Valley Community College or its faculty, staff or administration. Velocity content is not first submitted to administration for approval.
Join us!
Fill out this interest form for more information.
To become a staff member of Velocity in spring 2027, sign up for COM 153: Student Publications Seminar (Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30). Students work as a team to produce the magazine. Based on your background, interests and goals, we’ll define a role for you that may involve writing, editing, podcasting, film/video, graphic design, photography, and/or social media. The course is repeatable, so in spring 2027, it will be COM 153. All experience levels are welcome, but to move up to editor or editor-in-chief, you must also take JRN 111.
JRN 111: Media Writing (T/Th 12:30-1:45) Curious about the world around you and the people in it? Planning to major in any communications-related field? In this hands-on course, you’ll go out and cover a campus event, practice interviewing and other reporting skills, and produce content that may be published in Velocity. Assignments can be tailored to your interests. You’ll learn the writing style used not only in journalism, but also in fields such as public relations, marketing or communications.
For more information, contact Lisa Couch, communications & journalism instructor, at CouchL3@morainevalley.edu.
