Starting out as a contributing artist in her freshman year, sophomore Joanna Joo joins The Accolade for the 2024-2025 school year as an illustrator. This year, Joo hopes to utilize her passion for art to enhance the sense of community created by this publication.

Beyond school, Joo hones her craft at California State University, Fullerton, through the Ryman Arts Program, spending hours painting and drawing daily.