Sarah Davies

Sarah Davies is a multimedia journalist and Executive Editor at Marshall University’s The Parthenon, where she spearheads coverage of campus life, education innovation, and Appalachian culture. Based in Huntington, West Virginia, her work bridges student perspectives with community narratives through print, radio, and social media.

Pitching Insights

  • Seeking: Localized stories about education technology, sustainable campus initiatives, or cultural preservation efforts. Strong preference for pitches with multimedia components, such as student-created podcasts or photo essays.
  • Avoid: National political commentary or corporate PR-driven narratives. Davies prioritizes hyperlocal angles with clear ties to student experiences or community impact.

Career Highlights

  • Increased The Parthenon’s digital readership by 240% through TikTok-driven distribution
  • Produced WALK FM’s most-shared segment of 2024: “Voices from the Coal Country Renaissance”

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Bio

Career Trajectory: From Student Reporter to Multimedia Leader

Sarah Davies began her journalism career at Marshall University, where she quickly rose from contributing writer to Executive Editor of The Parthenon. Her early work focused on amplifying student voices, particularly through investigative pieces on campus policies and student welfare. By 2024, she expanded her reach as a Weekend Host at WALK FM, blending local music coverage with community storytelling.

Key Articles

This 2024 analysis explores how Gen Z journalists are redefining news consumption through TikTok and Instagram. Davies interviews student reporters nationwide, highlighting innovative formats like 60-second explainers and interactive polls. The article underscores her commitment to media literacy, with a focus on combating misinformation through accessible storytelling.

A 2023 deep dive into Marshall University’s zero-waste programs, featuring interviews with facility managers and student activists. Davies pairs data on reduced carbon emissions with human-interest narratives, such as a profile of a biology major who launched a dorm composting collective. The piece led to increased alumni funding for green infrastructure.

In this 2024 radio feature, Davies profiles indie venues in Huntington, West Virginia, that survived COVID-19 through creative pivots like drive-in concerts. The segment includes live recordings from emerging artists and a candid interview with a venue owner who leveraged TikTok to crowdsource renovations.

Beat Analysis: Pitching to Sarah Davies

1. Hyperlocal Education Innovations

Davies prioritizes stories about grassroots educational programs, particularly those involving student-led initiatives. A recent pitch she accepted focused on a high school coding bootcamp that reduced regional dropout rates by 22%. Successful angles include cross-generational mentorship or unique partnerships between schools and local businesses.

2. Next-Gen Media Tools

She actively seeks case studies about universities implementing AI fact-checking tools or AR journalism labs. For example, her 2024 piece on Marshall’s VR newsroom simulator came from a professor’s pitch that included demo access to the technology.

3. Underexplored Cultural Shifts

Davies rarely covers national trends but will dive deep into localized cultural phenomena. A 2023 article about Appalachian quilt-making collectives preserving oral histories exemplifies her interest in tradition-meets-innovation narratives.

Awards and Achievements

“The best stories don’t just inform—they create ripples of change.”
  • 2024 SPJ Regional Award for Campus Reporting: Won for her exposé on textbook affordability, which prompted Marshall’s administration to launch a book-sharing program. The judging panel noted her “exceptional balance of hard data and compassionate storytelling.”
  • Named “Top 30 Under 30 in Media” by West Virginia Press Association (2023): Recognized for revitalizing The Parthenon’s digital presence, increasing social media engagement by 300% through meme journalism and podcast spinoffs.

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