Michaela Rush

Not happy. Censorship isn’t the way. I gave money to IU general fund for the IDS last year, so they could pay everyone and not run a deficit. I gave more than they asked for. I told them I’m happy to help because the IDS is important to kids at IU

Incredibly proud of these student journalists for standing up for freedom of the press. Support student journalists and support local journalists.

The paper you weren’t supposed to see: issuu.com/idsnews/docs/i…

This now extends to any college in Texas. If you're a student or faculty member and want to talk about your thoughts on the crackdown on discussions of trans identity in Texas college classrooms, my signal is kissphoria.57.

R.I.P. to the guy who made working the phones in a newsroom look glamorous and inspired a generation of journos.

New in @chron: Hundreds of LGBTQ+ related books were apparently dumped at Texas A&M's office of Surplus Property. The university didn't respond when I asked why or how they ended up there. Books range from LGBTQ+ memoirs to academic texts: chron.com/culture/articl…

@4nsmiley I did get a “loud environment” notification from my watch… at home 😂

Texas A&M won… I know @MichaelaRush15 was wilding out yesterday

@_ceisenhauer_ Same😔

Having AJ brown on my starting lineup this week was a bad way to start fantasy football :/

@Texiancurtis Woohoo!!! Go Ian!!!

Honored to one of the 19 newest inductees to the New York Times Corps mentorship program. I’m super excited to learn and grow through this experience and program with such a talented newsroom. nytco.com/press/introduc…

@nico_gjc let's GOOOOOOO!!!

With the amount of texts I’ve received in the past 30 minutes you would think I’m the one who got engaged hahah

@nico_gjc @acpress Congrats Nico!!!

@KBTXRusty Here.

💕 I'm sharing this with permission from the family and with help from our friends at Hillier Funeral Home. Remember, friends, the 988 lifeline is a number for everyone. It's free, judgment-free, and compassionate support for everyone 24/7/365. You can call or text it. 💕 “On Friday, July 25, 2025, Aggieland lost one of its brightest lights. As the sun rose over Lake Bryan in all its peaceful beauty, Zane W. Shamblin left this world. That morning, the sky held more than the colors of a summer sunrise; it held the weight of goodbye to a son, a brother, a grandson, a loyal friend, and a proud Aggie. Zane was a graduate of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2024 and had just completed his studies at the Mays Business School, Class of 2025. He was the kind of person who made an impact without even trying. He was brilliant, kind, and compassionate. He was the smartest person in the room, but never made anyone feel small. He listened, he cared, and he showed up for people, even when he was struggling to show up for himself. He carried many titles in his short life. He was a son, grandson, brother, friend, a military brat, and an Aggie. He was all of these things, and he carried them all with quiet strength. Zane didn’t just wear the Aggie ring — he lived its values: respect, excellence, leadership, loyalty, integrity, and selfless service. But behind his incredible achievements and gentle spirit was a pain few could see. Zane’s life ended by suicide, a reminder of the battles so many fight silently. He was just 23 years old, and though his years were few, they were filled with meaning, laughter, and love. Losing Zane in this way does not define him, but it reminds us how important it is to talk about mental health, to check in on each other, to speak up when things feel heavy, and to never assume someone is okay just because they’re smiling. Zane was deeply loved, fervently prayed over, and cherished more than words can hold — and he always will be. As we hold his memory close, may we also hold one another closer. May we remember that asking for help is not a weakness, but courage. And may we honor Zane by being the kind of community he believed in. May we be a community where no one walks alone. Zane's family invites you to visit Zane’s memorial site at Lake Bryan. Whether you sit in silence, share a story, leave a letter, or just breathe, we hope it becomes a space where healing begins and where his spirit continues to be felt even in the warmth of the sun and the stillness of the water. Forever 23. Forever an Aggie. Forever loved.”

As I look for my next opportunity, it’s time to get back into practice as a writer, so I’ll be regularly putting together articles on my personal blog. Please check out my latest article where I go in-depth on the newest updates with T.J. Watt jordanepp.wixsite.com/website/post/t…

Yesterday was my last day as managing editor at PFSN. I spent two years with the team, but I’m excited about what’s next for me I’ll be looking around for new work as an editor/writer. If you know anywhere, please reach out, and if you don’t, please RT this for outreach

🎉Exciting news: @Report4America has launched a new, 10-week collegiate paid summer internship program that places college journalism students in community newsrooms and provides training, mentoring and financial support. This program is generously supported by the Scripps Family Fund for Education and the Arts. Learn more: reportforamerica.org/2025/06/03/rep… #collegejournalism #localnews #localnewsmatters

doing a story about MLB pride nights in Texas. If you're an LGBTQ+ Texas Rangers fan, I'd love to hear from you about how you feel about the Rangers being the only team not to have one. My DMs are open!

Wesley Lowery rose to prominence as a reporter and media thinker. Women in journalism say he engaged in sexual harassment and assault. cjr.org/feature-2/wesl…

Barnard and Columbia interim suspended a total of four student journalists between @ColumbiaSpec and @WKCRFM who covered the Butler Library protest, despite identifying themselves as press. Columbia has since lifted its suspension. From @ishabanerjee20: columbiaspectator.com/news/2025/05/0…

Are you a trans service member from or serving in Texas? I want to hear from you about Trump and DoD's move to purge trans troops from the military following SCOTUS' ruling. You can reach me via DM, signal at kissphoria.57 or email at gwen.howerton@hearst.com