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Claire Baranovic is a student at American University studying Journalism and History.She has gained multimedia journalism experience through joining the Asian American Journalists Association and HerCampus at AU. In Summer 2024, she acted as a Reporting Intern for The Newtown Bee. Reporting in both Washington, D.C., and Newtown, CT, has shown her the importance of truthful storytelling, whether in a bustling city or a small town.She is also passionate for writing about policy, social issues, and individual features. Learning from her own experience as a Chinese American, she has dedicated work to promoting inclusivity and authenticity in everything she does.In her free time, she enjoys photo editing, crocheting, and exploring the city with friends. Washington, D.C. has become not only piece of (swampy) land for her school, but her second home.