Meet the Staff

Samantha Meyeres

Hi! My name is Samantha Meyeres and I am the Editor-in-Chief of the Vision this year. I am a senior digital media major with a passion for sharing the light of Christ through writing. I grew up in a small town in Minnesota but now live in Greer, South Carolina. I love being a part of the Vision and the platform that it has given me to develop journalistic skills and grow in confidence in writing and editing. You can usually find me studying at a local coffee shop or walking on the Swamp Rabbit Trail. I love to spend time with friends and at the end of the day, enjoy a good book. My goal this year as Editor-in-Chief is to use the Vision to tell the stories of NGU in a way that shows the love of God and furthers the gospel. I can’t wait to see where the Lord leads!

Treasure Hardwick

Hey friends! I’m the News and Feature Editor for NGU Vision Media, which basically means I get to write, edit and share some of the coolest stories on campus! I’m a junior majoring in digital media with a concentration in journalism, and I love connecting with people through storytelling. I grew up in Charleston, SC, so the beach is one of my favorite places. Fun fact: I’m one of 11 kids and right in the middle of the chaos. I also have seven nieces and nephews. When I’m not writing, you’ll probably find me at a coffee shop, road tripping somewhere with a pretty view or soaking up sunshine. I am so excited to share your stories this semester.

Blythe Barrineau

Hey! My name is Blythe Barrineau and I am the Sports Editor and Visual Arts Editor for The Vision this semester! I am a senior Digital Media major with a sports concentration originally from Lexington, South Carolina. I have always loved sports and learned that I also have a passion for writing while in middle school. When I’m not writing, you can find me hanging out with my friends and family, drinking a cup of coffee, watching a football game or spending time with my two dogs. I am excited to get to work with this amazing staff and combine two of my passions, sports and writing.

Riley Belle Kinard

Hi! I’m Riley Belle and I am from the small town of Lyman, South Carolina. I am currently a Junior at North Greenville University as a digital media major with a minor in public relations. I am so excited that I get to be a part of the Vision staff again this year taking the role as the social media manager. Previously, you may have seen me walking around campus with a camera taking pictures and asking you a quick question. You will still find me occasionally with a camera, but now I may ask you to smile for an Insta story or a picture to post on The Vision Media socials. I enjoy taking pictures and getting to capture memories throughout our time here at NGU. If you see me around, I’m probably drinking a cup of iced coffee, hanging out with friends, and enjoying getting to be a part of a campus as special as NGU. I am excited to see how the Lord is going to use my gifts to tell your stories through photos, posts, and digital creations.

Emma Ogren

Hey everybody! My name is Emma Ogren, and I am so excited to be writing for the Vision once again this semester. I am a junior digital media major with a concentration in journalism. Originally, I am from a tiny town in Wisconsin called Balsam Lake and moved to the beautiful mountains to attend NGU. My goal with the Vision is to explore our campus and the wonderful people who are a part of it. Everyone has a story to tell, and I am ready to be part of an outlet to tell those stories. If I am not writing, I am drinking coffee, reading romcoms or watching mockumentaries.

Ava Henderson

Hey y’all! My name is Ava Henderson, and I am super excited to be a part of the Vision staff this semester! I am a freshman digital media major with a concentration in sports. I love sports and sharing all the amazing stories that come with that, and I cannot wait to share my love of sports with you. I joined the Vision this semester to combine my love for sports with my love for writing and my goal is to share interesting and truthful sports stories that you want to hear. My overall goal in life is to make the Lord’s name known in all that I do, and I cannot wait to see how the Lord moves and uses this next journey!

Ian Johnson

I am Ian Johnson, and I am in my first semester as a writer for the Vision. I am a sophomore majoring in history and digital media. I grew up in the northern part of Virginia outside Washington, D.C. I have always enjoyed history and love researching the past. I wanted to join the Vision to become a better writer and gain practical experience in journalism. I enjoy playing sports, especially basketball, and I am a lifelong fan of the Washington Wizards, Washington Nationals, Washington Capitals, and the Baltimore Ravens.  

Ava Stephens

Hi! My name is Ava Stephens, and I am a graphic artist for The Vision. I’m a freshman digital media major with a concentration in journalism at NGU, originally from Greenville, SC. Creativity and storytelling are my passions and I enjoy using design to help stories stand out. When I’m not working on graphics, you can usually find me drinking coffee or admiring the beautiful mountain sunsets. I’m excited to be part of the staff this semester and to contribute creatively for the glory of God.

Grace Turner

Hi! I’m Grace Turner and I’m a junior theatre performance major with minors in English and digital media. The thing the three pursuits have in common is the telling of stories and I am very excited to get to do just that through writing for the Vision this semester. One fun fact about me is I was born in Los Angeles and lived in California until coming to NGU. When I am not writing you can often find me in the Billingsley Theatre, on the road with Act II, or out playing volleyball with friends. I am so excited to see how the story of this semester unfolds!

Elisa Wells

Hey! My name is Elisa Wells, and I am a Senior Strategic Communication major with a concentration in Public Relations who happens to have stumbled her way into a staff writer position here at the Vision. Whether it be through presentations, news articles or papers, I love storytelling and find joy in connecting with people. I grew up in the small town of Aiken, S.C. so I love traveling and seeing the beautiful world we live in. If I am not working or sleeping, you will find me hanging out with my friends or family. I am most excited to be able to learn how to be a better journalist and advance my storytelling skills. 

Abigail Seiler

Hi! My name is Abby Seiler, and I am a photographer on the Vision! I moved to Greenville from San Diego three years ago. I am a digital media major with a concentration in film and hope to work in the film industry. I love doing photography, country swing dancing and rock climbing! When I’m not on campus, you can find me working in a local coffee shop or hanging out downtown with friends! I am excited to share your stories this semester!

Evan Bradford

Hi, my name is Evan Bradford. My major is Digital Media. I am from Greenville, South Carolina. My hobbies/interests are writing, collecting Lego minifigures, making videos, listening to music, watching tv shows and movies, going outside sometimes, spending time with people I like, enjoying quiet time and sleeping. I joined the vision to tell fun and fascinating stories to the world. I’m looking forward to sharing stories people may or may not know about and help them become aware of those stories.

Karyn Campbell

I love working with the talented photographers, writers and graphic designers on the Vision staff as I watch them develop their skills and gifts.  It is wonderful to see them grow as creators through the work they produce for The Vision.  In fact, the Vision staff have consistently garnered awards for their work through both state and national organizations and I can’t wait to see how they are recognized this year. I have been the Vision’s adviser since its inception in 2014 and I hope to continue for many years to come.  If you are interested in joining us on this exciting website, shoot me an email: kcampbell@ngu.edu