Editor-in-Chief: Isabella Lazansky
This is my second year at RVC and I am working towards my Associate of Arts degree. After graduation, I’ll be transferring to a university to pursue degrees in Mass Communication and Sports Marketing.
My interests include music, fashion, and hockey. In my free time you’ll likely find me online shopping or at a hockey game.
You can reach me at: isabellalaz827@gmail.com
Managing Editor: Jazmyn Austin
This is my second year at RVC as a Mass Com student. I am working towards both certificates
in the program.
My interests include screenwriting, journalism, and filmmaking. I enjoy thrift shopping, going to
the movies, and going places with my friends.
You can reach me at jazmynaustin@gmail.com
Photo Editor: Justin Akin
I am a current Mass Com student at Rock Valley College and I am working towards my Associate of Arts degree and media production certificate. I am also a student worker in the Mass Com department.
My interests include photography, books, video games, movies, and listening to music. I also enjoy playing music, and being part of creative activities.
Story ideas? You can reach me at: thethunderpaw@icloud.com
Staff Writer: Eric Curtis
Bio and photo coming soon!
Staff Writer: Jasmine Duncan
This is my last semester at RVC and I am working towards my Associate of Arts degree. I live and work in Freeport as a waitress. I plan to apply at Stephenson County Sheriff’s Department for dispatch once I am old enough.
My interests include drawing, music, being physically active, and trying to cook new things. In my free time you can find me out for a walk or watching a scary movie. Email: thrall097@gmail.com
Staff Writer: Isaac Frazier
It is my first year at Rock Valley College where I am working towards my Associate of Arts degree and Media Production Certificate. After I complete these, I will be transferring to a university to study filmmaking.
My interests include film, music, and philosophy. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, working out, and doing other creative activities.
You can reach me at e.isaacfrazier@gmail.com
Staff Writer: Maya Johnson
This is my first year at Rock Valley College. I am working towards my Associate of Arts degree. Afterwards, I plan on transferring to a university to study journalism and media production.
I have always enjoyed writing and got introduced to media studies during my junior year of high school. My interests include golfing, reading, and cooking. In my free time, I enjoy shopping, yoga and being with the people I love.
You can reach me at: maya.johnsonk13@gmail.com
Staff Writer: Ben Kohn
Bio coming soon!
Staff Writer: Cayden Lewis
I am a first year Rock Valley College student working towards an Associate of Arts degree. I hope to eventually transfer to a university where I can continue to study journalism and other writing-related fields.
My interests include travel, sports, and all sorts of writing. I like to spend my time with friends and family, enjoying activities like pickleball or weekend trips to interesting new places.
You can reach me at: caydeninthe80s@gmail.com
Staff Writer: Samantha Perez
This is my first year at Rock Valley College. I’m still undecided on my major but hopefully I can find my passion soon. My interests are fashion, movies, painting and listening to music.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with friends, making handmade crafts, watching movies and drawing for fun.
You can contact me at: samantha.perez1904@ gmail.com
Staff Writer: Justin Trimble
I’m currently in my second year at RVC. I’m going to get my Associate of Arts degree, and also 2 mass communication certificates. I am very excited to be part of a newspaper again.
When I was in the newspaper in high school we covered Belvidere and national news. I’m looking forward to covering more ground in Rockford, along with my home town of Belvidere.
I would love to hear from you. Please don’t hesitate to email me: Jat11544@aol.com
Journalism Instructor: Eric Wilson
Bio coming soon!
Faculty Adviser: Jerry LaBuy
I am the faculty adviser for The Valley Forge and this is my ninth year in that role. I am a member of the RVC faculty and academic chair of the Mass Communication department. This is my 18th year at RVC and I have worked in the media production field professionally since 1998.
My journalism career has included many written and photojournalism projects for NPR, ABC, FOX, and other news affiliates.
You can reach me at: j.labuy@rockvalleycollege.edu
