It was the uniqueness and freedom in the class of Advanced Journalism that first got Web Arts Editor Lucy Basso ’27 interested in Inklings. Coming from middle school where most classes were rigidly structured, Basso saw Inklings as a way to freely express her creativity and explore her interests.

In addition to her pursuit of journalism, Bassoplays squash in the winter because she is able to play the sport she loves, both independently and with other people.

“I love to work as a team,” Basso said, “but sometimes I do need my space and I like to be independent.”