The Slater of the Months of January and February is Adam Beam for his quality articles, illustrative contributions and photography for a variety of sections. Beam is a senior Communication, Journalism and Media major with a minor in History, and he joined The Slate his freshman year. 

Beam consistently writes pieces for his own section, Opinion, as well as Ship Life and Arts and Entertainment. In addition to writing, Beam began illustrating for sections in The Slate over the past two months. 

“I’ve been drawing since I was a kid, but once I got into college I stopped drawing because I got so busy,” Beam said. After winning a drawing tablet at BINGO in the fall, “the prize I have always wanted to win,” he noted, Beam said he tapped back into his creative side. 

“I thought ‘Why not start making drawings and images for The Slate’ and ‘Why not try and make as many as possible?’” Beam said. 

Outside of his art and articles, Beam also takes photos for The Slate. He is frequently at the Luhrs Performing Arts Center, and he took photos at “Hairspray,” “Drum Tao” and “On Your Feet” since the start of 2024. 

Beam is known across campus for doing everything to the maximum. Involved in WSYC, SUTV and the president of the Residence Hall Association (RHA), Beam is a familiar face. His most notable project this past year was the SUTV 12-hour livestream “It Came From the Television,” which raised money for the Spirit of Children foundation. This foundation provides fun and funding for the Child Life departments within children’s hospitals. 

As the president of RHA, Beam also oversaw the past three President’s Hours, Haunted Henderson in October, and Live at the Apollo this past week. Outside of these commitments, he still has time to write at least one article a week for The Slate while attending press events like the 2024 Conservative Political Action Conference. 

Beam is the definition of pursuing passion projects. He takes on all opportunities afforded to him, and for this reason, he is the Slater of the Winter Season. 

After graduation, Beam is looking to become an on-air news reporter or potentially getting some kind of photography job with a traveling tour of a musical. “I love theatre and I love photography,” Beam said, stating that while the second option was less likely he would “take the opportunity at the drop of a hat.” 

The Slate management staff would like to recognize Beam for his quality work with words, lines and cameras with The Slate. As Slater of the Month, the entire staff congratulates him on his accomplishments and looks forward to his continued involvement. 

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