About me 

Andi Ruiz is in her third year at Arizona State's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, studying journalism with a minor in political science. She is also a member of the Barrett, The Honors College and is currently the politics editor for The State Press, a student worker for NEWSWELL and a social media assistant. During her time at the Cronkite School, Andi was one of The Cut Network's main anchors in her first year and reported for The State Press's politics desk. In high school, she worked as a broadcast director and production manager for her school's show, Portola News Network. She also went on to be OCFF's 2024 Anchor of the Year. When she's not reading the news or writing, Andi is playing for ASU's Women's Club Water Polo or lifeguarding at the Sun Devil Fitness Center. She has an intense passion for storytelling and local news. Her days are spent working toward her goal to one day anchor, report and produce on the issues that impact her community. Telling stories has always been a passion of hers, and she is determined to turn that passion into a successful career.