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Kalena O'Connell

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Portland
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Kalena O'Connell’s Biography

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Kalena O’Connell is a student journalist and editor at The University of Portland. She currently serves as the Editor-in-Chief at The Beacon, where she oversees all published content and coaches reporters, editors and photographers. Kalena's work can be found in Hawaii Business Magazine and multiple papers across Oregon with Carpenter Media Group. She is expected to graduate in May 2027.

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Muck Rack | For journalists and public relations

Muck Rack | For journalists and public relations

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From The Bluff to the big leagues: Five Pilots who went pro

From The Bluff to the big leagues: Five Pilots who went pro

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Bee swarms prompt safety precautions on campus

Bee swarms prompt safety precautions on campus

The bees are not a threat unless provoked, Facilities Services says

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New ‘Anchor Society’ lays foundation with first class of senior leaders

New ‘Anchor Society’ lays foundation with first class of senior leaders

The second class will be selected on April 24

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STAFF OPINION: Passions don’t have to compete

STAFF OPINION: Passions don’t have to compete

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‘An incredible opportunity to do work that feels impactful:’ Anna Singley wins Marshall Scholarship

‘An incredible opportunity to do work that feels impactful:’ Anna Singley wins Marshall Scholarship

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Feeding Cornelius through farm, family - Hillsboro News Times

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By Kalena O'Connell
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Mike and Debbie’s Produce transcends generations (CORNELIUS) — One in sales and the other in production, Mike and Debbie Duyck co-own the family farm that has fed Cornelius and beyond for 46 years. Mike and Debbie’s Produce is a family-operated fresh market business that was born by community members for community members, housed at 2125 N.W. Cornelius Schefflin Road in Cornelius.
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Feeding Cornelius through farm, family - Your Oregon News

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By Kalena O'Connell
| Your Oregon News
Mike and Debbie’s Produce transcends generations (CORNELIUS) — One in sales and the other in production, Mike and Debbie Duyck co-own the family farm that has fed Cornelius and beyond for 46 years. Mike and Debbie’s Produce is a family-operated fresh market business that was born by community members for community members, housed at 2125 N.W. Cornelius Schefflin Road in Cornelius.
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Melissa Riley founded place for everyone to explore theater - Your Oregon News

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By Kalena O'Connell
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(BEAVERTON) — Tucked below the Beaverton City Library is a community theater that has been staging productions like “Curious George” and “Charlotte’s Web” since 2009, led by one woman. As the producing artistic director and founder of Beaverton Civic Theatre, Melissa Riley works hands-on and behind the scenes to enlighten the Beaverton community through theater. The theater is currently producing a young-audience series designed to engage families and children with theater and inspire reading.
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Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Lois Lane

What story are you most proud of writing or working on?

I am honored to have written a sustainability-focused article and to have met such remarkable environmental business owners.

What's your favorite drink?

Shirley Temple!