Inspired by the “Humans of New York” project run by Brandon Stanton, five MIPA participants were randomly selected and shared some facts about themselves. They also contributed their favorite song to go along with the Mipapalooza music-based theme. This is a follow up to the first Students of MIPA post from Aug. 4, 2014.
Miranda Konja
Senior at North Farmington High School
Photo Editor
“I make awesome pasta salad.”
Favorite Song: “Unbelievers” by Vampire Weekend
Sophia Georginis
Senior at Troy Athens High School
ENC
“I want to be a journalist and would like to go to NYU.”
Favorite Song: “I’ve Just Seen A Face” by the Beatles
Nicole Di Ponio
Senior at Mercy High School
Photo Editor
“I’m 100% Italian. We have family reunions but there are always like 400 people and we try to keep old traditions alive like making pasta and Italian cookies.”
Favorite Song: “I And Love And You” by the Avett Brothers
Madison O’Connor
Junior at Mason High School
Page Designer and Reporter
“I am afraid of squirrels. I really don’t like them. I saw one earlier today and it was running at me and I freaked out. I hate them.”
Favorite Song: “Lady in Spain” by Ingrid Michaelson
Sophia Kim
Sophomore at International Academy
Trying to bring newspaper to her high school
“When I get scared I slap things that are around me”
Favorite Song: “Oh Darling: by the Beatles
Very unique and creative!