Hi, I'm Anna!
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About Me
My name is Anna Olson and I am a student journalist from Denver driven by a passion for making a positive impact in my community through writing, reporting and design. My portfolio highlights my diverse skill set across various platforms, from newsmagazine articles to engaging digital content on Instagram. I’m excited to share my work, my journey and my enthusiasm for journalism with you!
Education |
Activities
2021-2025
Arapahoe High School
Attended Arapahoe High School in Centennial, Colo.
Classes of note:
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Four years of journalism
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Eight AP classes
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Five honors classes
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GPA: 4.145
2021-2025
AHS Warrior Media
Member of the Arapahoe Herald for four years.
Of note:
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Editor-in-Chief: Senior year
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Managing editor: Junior year
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Editor: Sophomore year
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Reporter: Freshman year
2019-2024
Club and Arapahoe Girls Volleyball
Competed on year-round club volleyball teams for five years, including national travel teams.
Competed on school team for four years.
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Two-year varsity letter winner
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CHSAA first team academic all-state (two years)
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Summer youth camp counselor
2021-2024
Volunteer Work
Volunteer activities include:​​​
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National Honor Society
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Junior and senior year​
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Junior Escort for Arapahoe's 2024 Graduating Class
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Youth Sports Camp Counselor
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​Coached middle school and incoming freshmen girls volleyball players at school-sponsored camp, junior and senior year
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Special Olympics Volleyball
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​Served as a line judge and a Unified partner at the Special Olympics at Elevation Volleyball Club and The Edge Volleyball Club, sophomore and junior year​
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Key Club
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Freshman and sophomore year​
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Honors | Awards
2024
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2024 Competition:
First Place
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: In-depth news feature titled "Warrior Strong"
2023/2024
Varsity letter recipiant
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Received two varsity academic letters and two athletic letters for volleyball
2023/2024
Colorado High School Activities Association Academic All State:
First Team
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Also awarded Arapahoe High School Scholar Athlete Award.
2023
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2023 Competition:
Third Place
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: Single-page design titled "Radio On!"
2023
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2023 Competition:
Third Place
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: Personality profile titled "Stage Might"
2023
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2023 Competition:
Honorable Mention
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: In-depth feature titled "He Just Loved Being Here"
2023
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2023 Competition:
Honorable Mention
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: Facing-pages design titled "Dude, What's in Your Car?"
2022
(SC)2 Student Leadership Conference 2022:
First Place in state
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Category: Event Planning
2022
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2022 Competition:
Second Place
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: Column titled "Do the Bare Minimum," "'Lady' Warriors Are Warriors," and "What Music is Worth."
2022
Colorado Student Media Association Best of Colorado 2022 Competition:
Honorable Mention
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Print News/Online Class III (Over 1,800)
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Category: Personality profile titled "Politically Correct"
Contact Me
2900 S. York St.
Denver, CO 80210
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annakolson06@gmail.com
Tel:(720)434-9933
Follow @ahswarriormedia
