OUR TEAM
Get to Know Us
OWEN EASTMAN
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Co-Editor-in-Chief, Treasurer
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​Owen is a senior from Ridgeside, Tennessee majoring in History and Economics with minors in Legal Studies, English, and Philosophy. Previously the editor for the Society, Culture, and Economics Desk in 2023 and the full-time Editor-in-Chief in 2024, the Pendulum was the first collegiate publication that he was a part of, and he is excited to head the magazine this year and expand its reach. He particularly enjoy the interdisciplinary nature of researching international relations, as it combines all his core interests in politics, societal pressures, and cultural communication. In his free time, Owen enjoys hiking, playing guitar in a punk band, and repairing old electronics.
BRIGGS MURRAY
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Co-Editor-in-Chief editor.thependulum@gmail.com
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Briggs is a third-year student from Charleston, South Carolina, double-majoring in Political Science and French Language with a minor in Japanese Studies. After serving as the Americas Desk editor in Spring 2024, Briggs is excited to reaffirm his commitment to The Pendulum as an editor for the next academic year. He is a member of the Clemson creative inquiry group Every Campus is A Refuge (ECAR) and is a Clemson Writing Fellow in the university's Writing Lab. He loves spending time with friends, traveling to new places, listening to Michael Jackson, walking (under an umbrella) in rainy weather, and snuggling with his two dogs.
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CECILIA FULMER
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Business and Promotions Chief
bpc.thependulum@gmail.com
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Cece is a senior from Orlando, Florida. She is majoring in Marketing and minoring in Communications with a hope to work in the international nonprofit world once graduated. Cece is currently heavily involved in Fellowship of Christian Athletes on Clemson’s campus and is looking forward to serving as the Business and Promotions Chief for The Pendulum. She has traveled overseas multiple times and believes that it is important to be informed about what is happening all around the world!
TULSI PATEL
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Asia and Oceania Desk Editor
Contributing Graphics Editor
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​Tulsi is a junior from Simpsonville, South Carolina. She is a Philosophy: Medicine, Health, and Human Values major with minors in Public Policy and the Life Sciences. Tulsi became interested in The Pendulum because of her interest in analyzing global healthcare systems and immersive travel experiences, which allowed her to compare international affairs and the effects of globalization. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, reading, and engaging in other involvements on campus. She is excited to work with the magazine's writers and grow the Pendulum's outreach on campus!
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KATELYNN LANDRY
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Society, Culture, and Economics Desk Editor
associate.thependulum@gmail.com
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Katelynn is a senior from Charleston, South Carolina majoring in Political Science with a minor in Philosophy. Katelynn became interested in the Pendulum because of her interest in international popular culture and media, and analyzing how it affects the way certain groups perceive and interact with one another. In her free time, Katelynn loves to read, drink tea, and spend time with her friends. She is excited to work with the Pendulum and its writers during the upcoming semester.
AVA GOFF
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Graphics Editor
Layout Editor
layoutchief.thependulum@gmail.com
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Ava is a sophomore from Apex, North Carolina majoring in Graphic Communications. Her interest in The Pendulum stems from her passion for visual communication as it serves to bridge the gap between diverse cultural experiences. As Layout Editor, Ava hopes to provide an efficient platform for which the complexities of international affairs can be analyzed to their greatest potential. She particularly enjoys learning about historical perspectives and engaging in community service. In her free time, she enjoys reading, photography, and being creative! Ava is looking forward to her first collegiate travel abroad experience over the summer and hopes to practice global mindfulness.
COLE KINLEY
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Europe Desk Editor
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Cole is a sophomore from Anderson, South Carolina, majoring in History and Political Science. Currently the Europe Desk Editor, he is fascinated by the political dynamics of Western democracies, and their effects on various international organizations, such as NATO and the EU. Cole looks forward to his first year as an editor, and hopes to support writers in developing strong articles, while also expanding his own understanding of global politics. During his second year at Clemson, he also plans to complete his honors thesis. In his spare time, Cole enjoys reading, fishing, and watching Clemson Football.
JACKSON HUFMAN
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Africa/Middle East Desk Editor
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Jackson is a senior from Glenwood, Maryland, double majoring in Philosophy and Political Science.Currently the Africa and the Middle East desk editor, his interest in international affairs is derived from his post-structuralist explorations of power dynamics and oppression. In regards to leisure, Jackson enjoys reading French and postmodernist literature, writing, engaging in socratic dialogues, and drinking coffee. He is ecstatic to participate in the cultivation of an internationally-attuned collegiate populace.
GABRIEL DEL BOSQUE-VELASCO
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Americas Desk Editor
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Gabriel is a Junior Political Science and Philosophy double major from Wake Forest, North Carolina. He currently serves as the Latin America Desk Editor. He was inspired to pursue the study of politics and philosophy by his diplomat mother. Before calling Clemson, South Carolina, his home, he lived in Latin America for a combined 10 years before moving to the United States. In his spare time, Gabriel enjoys driving, hanging out with friends, and playing sports.
SARAH LEGARÉ SMITH
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Contributing Layout Editor
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Sarah Legaré is a Junior from Charleston, South Carolina. She is majoring in Graphic Communications and minoring in Architecture and Horticulture. Originally, Sarah Legaré was inspired to apply for The Pendulum because of a childhood dream to work for a magazine; she also recognizes that a lot of what she wants her future career to be starts with layout and design. As a Graphics Editor, she hopes to gain more experience in the world of combining writing with art as well as learning more about designing for a specific audience. In her spare time, Sarah Legaré enjoys anything arts and crafts related, loves to listen to music, and takes part in a few other on-campus involvements! She is so excited to get to work on The Pendulum and cannot wait to push the final product of this edition out to her friends and family!