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Welcome to
~ The Fioretti ~

On behalf of all the editors of Marian University’s literary magazine, The Fioretti, we are excited that you have taken the time to look at what we have to offer! Our goal as editors is to show the Franciscan values, which are the dignity of the individual, peace and justice, reconciliation, and responsible stewardship. With this platform, we hope to share work from students of all backgrounds to show off their creativity. Everyone's voice matters in the Marian University community!

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If you are a Marian University student or alum, we would love to have you come join our band of creatives!

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~ Our Team ~

Meet the students behind The Fioretti.

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Amari Fields | '24

Poetry Editor

Amari is a Communication major with a minor in sociology. If shes not ready or writing, you can find her watching all things Mike Flanagan. Amari chose The Fioretti because it not only allows students to be creative and draws them into new genres of writing, but it also helped her find her own creative writing style.

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D'Asia "Asia" Cole | '24

Poetry Editor

Hello! My name is D'Asia Cole and I am graduating with an English major with a Global Studies & Biology minor. This is my last year here at Marian University and my favorite types of reads would include nonfiction and poetry writing, and I am most excited for people to showcase their talents within the Fioretti so other people can broadcast their opinions and continuous support.

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Elizabeth "Lizzie" Schmidt | '24

Prose Editor

Lizzie is a 5th year senior Communication major with a minor in writing. She is a prose editor for the Fioretti, the Editor-in-Chief for the Marian Phoenix (student newspaper), and was a 4-year member of the game day cheerleading squad. While she is not busy with school work or her job of candle-making, she enjoys hanging out with friends or her cat, or listening to anything Taylor Swift Related.

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Julianna Britt | '28

Prose Editor

Hello there! I'm Julianna Britt, I'm a homeschool senior in high school currently taking advanced study classes here at Marian! When I attend full-time next fall, I'm hoping to study Communications and Creative Writing to become a sign language interpreter. Alongside editing for the Fioretti, I enjoy playing guitar, doing martial arts, building Legos, and publishing my own stories online. My favorite book is the Knife of Never Letting Go.

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Madisen "Maddie" Surber | '27

Visual Arts Editor | Poetry Editor

I’m Maddie Surber! I’m a freshman History/Marketing double major and Communications/Music double minor! I’m a musician, artist, and massive geek. Drawing, listening to music, and gaming are how I spend my time! I’m in our Jazz, Concert, and Pep band. I play the trumpet, French horn, upright bass, and acoustic and electric guitar! I also have two dogs and a parakeet. I’m a part of The Fioretti because I love to promote the works of my friends and Marian’s students and bring Marian’s community together through creativity and art!"

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Anna Kvasnik | '27

Web Manager | Prose Editor

Anna is a freshman Psychology major with a minor in English. Along with her service dog, Stella Luna, she enjoys writing, researching new things, and playing music. When she's not working on the Fioretti's website, she's most likely working on her own blogs or creating new memories with her family and friends.

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David Green | '25

Poetry Editor

​My name is David Green, I am a junior English & Secondary education major here at Marian University. I played on the soccer team at Marian for two years and have transitioned into coaching at Indiana Fire Juniors. I am so excited to be working with The Fioretti this semester, and cannot wait to have the chance to improve my writing and editing skills in this class.

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Hailey Ready | '26

Managing Editor | Social Media Manager | Prose Editor

Hailey is a sophomore, majoring in both Biology and English. When she’s not editing for The Fioretti, you can find her reading, running, performing on stage, and talking about salamanders (The Eastern Hellbender is her favorite). Hailey hopes you enjoy reading The Fioretti as much as she has enjoyed working on it!

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Kadin Gaviola | '27

Prose Editor

Hello, my name is Kadin Gaviola. I am an English and Global studies double major. I am on the Freshman Class Board, a Student Government Representative, a Campus Activities board member, and a member of Model UN, as well as an editor for the Fioretti. I am an avid reader and passionate about writing myself. I am a creative person and I like to crochet, draw, and do other crafts. I have an orange cat named Felix and my favorite food is pizza or tacos.

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Simon Collins | '24

Poetry Editor

Simon is a senior English major who loves poetry and western fiction. He's greatly involved with the theatre and music departments at Marian as well, bringing his creativity and passions into The Fioretti workplace. 

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