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The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch

The Independent Student Newspaper of St. John's University

The Torch

Jillian Ortiz

Jillian Ortiz, Managing Editor

Jillian is a senior journalism major minoring in Spanish and International Studies. A member of the Torch since her freshman year, she has held several positions during her time at the publication: She started as a Staff Writer, then became Assistant News Editor, Assistant Chief Copy Editor, Chief Copy Editor, Business Manager, and now in her last year, she is serving as the Managing Editor for the publication. As Managing Editor, she hopes to increase the digital presence of the Torch by collaborating with the editors to create new online initiatives for both the website and the Torch's social media platforms. She would also like to increase coverage beyond the University level to help engage the local community with the publication. A concert enthusiast, during the Fall of 2019 she traveled to London to see Hozier in concert.  

You can reach Jill at [email protected]

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A much needed sigh of (comedic) relief

Jillian Ortiz, Managing Editor
February 10, 2021

“Free Spirit”

Jillian Ortiz, Chief Copy Editor
April 17, 2019
Dr. Marie-Lise Gazarian, professor of Spanish and Latin American literaute was honored as a “Profesora Honoraria.”

The Torch Has a Chat with Dr. Marie-Lise Gazarian

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Chief Copy Editor
December 7, 2018
A$AP Rocky recently released his new single “Sundress,” to critical acclaim.

“Sundress” by A$AP Rocky

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Copy Editor
December 5, 2018
 Catholic Relief Services organized the trip, allowing students to speak on world issues

Students Attend Humanitarian Summit in D.C.

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Copy Editor
November 14, 2018
 A Tribe Called Quest’s ”Midnight Marauders” album was released Nov. 9, 1993.

“Midnight Marauders:” 25 Years

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Copy Editor
November 14, 2018
COURTSIDE: Kadaja Bailey Finds Her Groove

COURTSIDE: Kadaja Bailey Finds Her Groove

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Copy Editor
November 6, 2018
St. John’s University came in at No. 406 in the Wall Street Journal’s recent list of top 500 colleges in the United States.

St. John’s Ranks Among Top 500 Colleges in America

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Chief Copy Editor
September 19, 2018
Rich Villodas leads a discussion during last weeks talk on "A Christian Response to Racial Prejudice and Racism"

A Christian Response to Racial Prejudice

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant Copy Editor
April 19, 2018
Hanging t-shirts on the walls of the gallery tell the girls’ stories.

Adding to the Clothesline Narrative

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant News Editor
March 21, 2018
The University employs more than 1,500 students each year and 52 were nominated for awards this year.

A Time to SHinE for Student Employees

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant News Editor
March 21, 2018
First SGI Floor Meeting of the Spring Semester

First SGI Floor Meeting of the Spring Semester

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant News Editor
January 31, 2018
The Plaza de Espana is seen in Seville, Spain. On Jan. 3, St. John's announced that it is ending all study abroad operations in Seville.

Study Abroad Needs a Latin America Option

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant News Editor
January 24, 2018
Dean Sharpe says the achievement reflects quality students.

Tobin Business School Scores National Ranking

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant News Editor
January 24, 2018
Marina Dal Agnol, Circolo Italiano president.

Diversity Within Cultural Organizations

Jillian Ortiz, Assistant News Editor
December 6, 2017
Shirts, bags, jewelry and posters were just some of the items up for sale at LASO's event.

Supporting the ‘Local Mercado’ at SJU

Jillian Ortiz, Contributing Writer
October 25, 2017
Professors Bland and Vapnek allowed students to speak up during the discussion.

Silencing the Past: Volume of the Present

Jillian Ortiz, Contributing Writer
October 4, 2017
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