Abigail Russ is a junior at the University of Maryland, College Park perusing a dual degree in journalism and economics. Abigail works as a staff writer for the school's independent student newspaper, The Diamondback, covering the University Senate. She is also a copy editor Stories Beneath the Shell, another campus publication.

She enjoys editing, reporting and pitching new content ideas, as well as working on broadcast packages and photography. This summer, she will be interning at Patch.com as a copy editing intern, where she is excited edit for audiences nationwide. During this opportunity, Abigail is eager to expand her editing skill set.

In her free time, she can be found watching football, cooking or going on road trips. In the future Abigail is interested in reporting on politics, sports or foreign affairs.