THE BOSTON
POLITICAL REVIEW
Bringing you news for the world we live in.
Meet Our Eboard
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Harper Gold (she/her)
Harper Gold is a Political Science student with a minor in Business Administration (CAS '26, QST '26).
Gold is also a member of BU Student Government's executive branch, where she acts as Head of Events in the Sexual Assault Prevention department. She has also worked as a social media intern for the Drum Major Institute and the King family.
In her free time, Gold likes to draw, listen to music, watch movies, and explore the city. Gold can be reached at hgold@bu.edu
Co-Editor-in-Chief
Grayson McKean (she/her)
McKean is a political science student seeking a minor in public policy (CAS ’26).
She serves as BU UNICEF's Community Outreach Chair, is a BU Outing Club trip leader, works for the nonprofit organization H2Alabama, and was a campaign intern for Member of Parliament Siobhain McDonagh.
Some of her hobbies include reading, camping, traveling, listening to live music, and hanging out at the beach. McKean can be reached at gjmckean@bu.edu.
Senior US Politics Editor
Lauren Albano (she/her)
Albano is currently a Campus Editor at The Daily Free Press and continues to cover campus and city news. She is the founding president of BridgeBU, a student organization that aims to fight political polarization. Albano is also a writer and on-air personality for BUTV's "On that Point," and she co-hosts "Full of Crit" on WTBU Radio.
In her free time, Albano loves reading, rewatching "Impractical Jokers," and catching up on some much-needed sleep. She can be reached at albano27@bu.edu.
Senior US Politics Editor
Emma Smith-Marrone (she/her)
Emma Smith-Marrone is a pre-law student, studying political science with a minor in economics (CAS’26).
She is also a member of the Legal Research & Writing Committee for BU Pre Law Society, Alpha Epsilon Phi sorority, and has written for BU’s Pre Law Review.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, running, going out for ice cream, and hanging out with friends. Smith-Marrone can be reached at esmithm@bu.edu
Associate US Politics Editor
Tommy Cole (he/him)
Tommy Cole is pursuing a bachelor's degree in International Relations (Pardee '27). He serves as an Associate Editor for the U.S. Politics Section. He also is an Associate Editor for the Africa Section of the International Relations Review and a founding member of BridgeBU.
In his free time he enjoys playing basketball, tennis, and watching The Sopranos. Cole can be reached at tkcole@bu.edu.
Associate US Politics Editor
Mia Brown (she/her)
Mia Brown is a political science and international relations student (CAS '28, PAR '28)
She is a Research Assistant for a doctoral candidate with BU's Institute for Economic Development. She has also previously worked with the nonprofit H2Alabama, and the Sprio Cheriogotis for Mayor campaign in Mobile, Alabama.
In her free time, she likes to read, do yoga, go to the beach, and try different cafes around the city. She can be reached at mrbrown@bu.edu
Senior Global Politics Editor
Alejandro Vera (he/him)
Alejandro Vera is a BA international relations, philosophy, and political science student minoring in Core studies (CAS '27).
Vera is a writer for the Africa section in the International Relations Review and a senior editor for Arché. He's a writer and researcher for IMPACT and a member of the CAS student government. He's also an intern in Pardee's alumni relations office.
Vera loves reading and long nature walks with good music. He can be reached at alevera@bu.edu.
Senior Global Politics Editor
Isabelle Zhang (she/her)
Isabelle Zhang is a pre-law student pursuing a dual degree in Journalism and Political Science.
Zhang writes for the News and Features section of the Daily Free Press and serves as a Writer for the Pre-Law Society's Legal Writing and Research Team. She's also a student ambassador for the College of Communications.
When she's not writing or editing, Zhang can be found crocheting, attending concerts, or reading a good book. Zhang can be reached at isbllz@bu.edu.
Associate Global Politics Editor
Oliver Zinn (he/him)
A senior majoring in history and minoring in English at Boston University, Oliver has been part of the BPR since the start of 2025. After graduation, he will matriculate at a first-rate law school. His interests include musical theatre, literary fiction, and Golden Age Hollywood films.
Associate Global Politics Editor
Sana Mahesh (she/her)
Sana Mahesh is an International Relations & Economics student (CAS '28).
Apart from being involved in the BPR, Mahesh serves in the Social Advocacy cabinet within BU Student Government, is a member of the International Relations Review, and is involved in the Board of International Student Ambassadors. In her free time, she likes listening to music, travelling, and watching football (soccer).
Mahesh can be reached at ssmahesh@bu.edu.
Senior Health and Science Editor
Caroline Osborn (she/her)
Caroline Osborn is a senior studying sociology and public health (CAS ‘26). Her passions for research and data analysis as well as writing and editing lead her to pursue a career in health and wellness strategy in the workplace.
Apart from being involved in BPR, Osborn is the Philanthopy Director of BU Panhellenic Council. She is also a barista at Tatte Bakery & Café. She can be reached at cnosborn@bu.edu.
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Associate Health and Science Editor
Grace Halepis (she/her)
Hi everyone!
My name is Grace Halepis, and I am a sophomore studying International Relations with a focus on Security Studies in the Middle East and Africa. I am also pursuing a minor in Journalism.
Senior Social and Business Editor
Shawna James (she/her)
Shawna is a BS journalism student (COM '28).
A proud member of BU's acappella group Terpsichore, you can always find her doing something musical – usually singing or listening to her favorite playlists – or spending time with her friends. In addition, she is a member of the Sigma Delta Tau Sorority – Alpha Xi Chapter, and is a writer for the national chapter of the food blog Spoon University. She can be reached at srj215@bu.edu.
Associate Social and Business Editor
Kenny Daniels (he/him)
Kenny Daniels is a pre-law student studying Political Science and Philosophy with a minor in Sociology (CAS '26).
In addition to editing for BPR, Daniels also writes and edits for BU's Pre-Law Review. Some of his favorite topics to write about include constitutional law and public policy. Last semester, he was a PAC intern at Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus.
In his free time, Daniels enjoys listening to music, cooking, and weightlifting.
Senior Local Politics Editor
Eric Hsu (he/him)
I am a sophomore at Boston University majoring in Political Science and Sociology. My passion for American politics was sparked by the 2016 presidential election, motivating me to engage in political discourse and advocacy.
As the Senior Editor for the Boston Political Review’s Local Politics section, I am dedicated to analyzing and editing coverage of Massachusetts politics.
Outside of BPR, I enjoy staying informed on current events, writing, and exploring Boston
Associate Local Politics Editor
Andrew Daly (he/him)
Andrew Daly is a Business Administration major concentrating in Information Systems & Finance (QST ‘26)
Daly has previously held leadership roles in Boston University Consulting Group, Finance & Investment Club, and Alternative Investments Group. He currently works for a startup accelerator and is a host at a bed and breakfast on Beacon Street.
In his free time, he enjoys running, watching movies, going to concerts, and trying new restaurants around Boston. You can reach Andrew at daly@bu.edu