Sierra Ziemann (she/her) has enjoyed exploring writing at PCC and plans to continue her path in English at the U of A. Anything involving a story is in her line of interests, she is an avid lover of listening to music and playing her guitar. She is grateful for the writing community at Pima and all the kindness and support they so willingly give. Without them, her writing dreams wouldn’t feel nearly as possible. 

Mimi Breault-Evans (she/her) splits her time between school, work, and engaging with stories. Mimi loves to read and write. Her love for stories range from cheesy Hallmark movies to complex-world fantasy novels. She hopes to make a career out of bringing stories into other people’s lives. 

Wyatt Smith (he/him) is the Social Media Manager for Sandscript 2024. Wyatt is an aspiring writer with a big passion for literature. He is currently a student at Pima with plans to transfer to the University of Arizona. 

Hermione Alvarez (she/her) is a second-year student that has dual enrollment at Catholic University of America -Tucson and Pima Community College. She is majoring in Liberal Arts with a focus in Marketing. Hermione loves to travel and enjoys learning about different cultures and traditions. She plans to study abroad and get her Masters Degree in International Marketing. 

Kristin LeBlanc (she/they) Having conquered their Associates of English at Pima, they're now diving into a whirlwind of words, whimsy, and well-deserved catnaps. Lost in unfinished tales or curled up with purring companions, they craft adventures where queer and disabled heroes take center stage. Picture flying cities in post-apocalyptic tomorrows or enchanted forests teeming with mythical creatures. They’re happy to invite you on the adventure. After all, who wouldn't want to go on the quest of a lifetime? 

Maya Schenne (she/her) is an English major at Pima with a special interest in whimsical poetry. She spends her time writing and painting while hanging out with her three cats. She also enjoys baking and sharing her baked creations with friends and family. She hopes to eventually study abroad in Japan and then enter the publishing world. SandScript is only one step of the long journey, but she plans to savor every moment. 

Aiyana Naomi (she/her) Married to the arts, she loves to be captivated, to get lost, to feel something. Composition is everything and technique shows skill, but some people require no help. Art is subjective. Who is she but an artist herself? 

Chase Olson (he/him) is an English student at PCC. He spends his free time working on his fantasy world based around real world mythology. Though he does enjoy experimenting with different genres. But when not writing, he can often be found out hiking with his huskies, Fenrir and Anubis, or playing disc golf. He hopes to one day publish anthologies exploring his vast world. 

Luke DeConcini (he/her/them) is a Pima Student pursuing a degree in history education. He’s a writer and artist who is excited for the opportunity to bring more writing and art to the public. 

Fen Futureheart (he/they) Sent back to the early 21st Century to study historical arts and culture, they are taking the Sandscript class to get a first-hand look at creative output for the time. Pima Community College has gained their admiration for empowering ancient desert-dwellers. Other passions include fighting for trans rights, supporting mutual aid, attending dance parties with classical 1980s to 2020s music, and corrupting the future timeline. They believe genocide should not be called political. 

Jenna Sturgeon (she/her) After taking a break from school, writing, and being a productive member of society, she has come back to the scholastic and creative space with fervor. She intends to transfer to a four year university to obtain a Bachelor’s Degree in English. She is currently working on a collaborative novel with a dear friend and hopes to make a life of traveling the world, connecting with humans, and writing a published word or two about it! 

Paul Morago (Poetry Team)(he/him): He has a way with words (on paper), but what he lacks in social skills, he makes up for in creativity. As a Tucson Native majoring in Creative Writing, he enjoys a good story just as much as he enjoys writing them. 

Brandon Robles (he/him) is an International Student from creating a world of creativity, where his ideas become endless possibilities through design. He is honored to be the Editorial & Graphic Designer for the 3rd time for SandScript, and is grateful to be trusted with the contributions of such amazing artists in this community.

Mariah Young (she/her) teaches English and Creative Writing across Pima campuses. Her short story collection Masha’allah and Other Stories (Heyday, 2012) won the California Book Award for First Fiction and James D. Houston Award for Short Fiction. It is her privilege to work with the dedicated, passionate, and talented writers and students at Pima.