Quick Q&A with the Quad Staff: Maya Astabie

Assistant Op/Ed Editor, Maya Astabie. Photo Courtesy of Maya Astabie.
Assistant Op/Ed Editor, Maya Astabie. Photo Courtesy of Maya Astabie.
Who? Maya Astabie, Assistant Op/Ed Editor
Year: Junior
Major: Communication with a concentration in Advertising
Minor: Marketing
Q: Who would you want with you if you were stranded on a deserted island (& why)?
A: I would want to be stuck with on an island with Ed Westwick because…Chuck Bass.
Q: Who is your favorite author/what is your favorite book?
A: My favorite books right now are “Is Everyone Hanging Out Without Me” by Mindy Kaling and “The Curse of the Good Girl” by Rachel Simmons.
Q: What is the one thing that should be taught in school that isn’t already?
A: I think that a class about energy sustainability should be taught.
Q: What is the #1 most played song or artist on your iPod?
A: The most played artists on my iPod are Childish Gambino and Thomas Rhett.
Q: What is your goal for the Quad/your section this semester/year?
A: My goal is to pitch stories that will facilitate conversation and ultimately spur change on campus.