About Us

Hey there! I'm Darby Yang, a junior at Milton Academy. Like you, I'm a student journalist. I write and edit for my school paper, The Milton Measure, and I'm an intern at Sampan, New England's only Chinese and English newspaper. Since my first byline, I've realized that journalism is a learn-by-doing craft, but the path to do so is often unclear, especially if your school does not teach journalism or have a school paper. I hope PATH-J will help pave the way for student journalists like you to learn more about the journalism field in a newsroom of our own. Through interviews with professionals, free resources, and publication opportunities, your journey to journalism can start here.

Tatsuya Seto is Managing Director at PATH-J, where he oversees day-to-day management and helps shape the organization's strategic direction. Originally from Japan, Tatsuya is a junior at Milton Academy, where he serves as an Arts & Entertainment Editor for The Milton Measure, with particular specialisation in current events, politics, and economics. Having grown up in many different countries, he saw firsthand how unevenly access to education is distributed around the world—a disparity that drives his passion for journalistic literacy. Tatsuya believes that journalism, when practiced well, is one of the most powerful tools for spreading knowledge, and by helping people understand what good journalism looks like, he hopes to make information easier and safer for everyone to access. Outside of academics, he enjoys movie-watching, soccer, and travelling.

Megan Espelin is the Creative Director at PATH-J, where she leads the initiative's creative and visual direction and contributes to the organization's broader philosophy and direction. As a senior at Belmont High School, she gravitates towards classes that delve into culture, history, and art, which are topics she writes about most. Megan's love for writing was sparked after reading traditional folklore as a child, inspiring her to create her own stories. Outside of school, she engages with the community by hosting monthly book swaps at a local cafe. She loves language learning and is currently studying both French and Norwegian. Megan plans to travel the world and pursue a career in global journalism or international law.

Riley Qiu is the Editorial Director at PATH-J, where she oversees the editing of all student works and the seminar's curriculum. A junior at Milton Academy from Shanghai, China, and Newton, Massachusetts, Riley serves as an Opinion Section Editor for The Milton Measure. Both of her parents worked in journalism, yet it was writing for and reading her school's publications that ignited her passion for the field, especially the thoughtful opinions of her peers, who continue to broaden her perspective. She believes the younger generation must learn to distinguish credible journalism from algorithm-driven content that promotes bias and misinformation, and become more informed, active consumers. Riley is also passionate about reading and writing literature, practicing and listening to music, watching movies, and visiting art galleries. She plans to pursue a career in political science and law.

Isaac Wu is the Technology Director at PATH-J, where he oversees the initiative's technological aspects and leads efforts to advance journalistic literacy through ethical AI use. A junior at Milton Academy, he serves as an Opinion Section Editor for The Milton Measure. Through PATH-J, Isaac hopes to help young journalists learn to deliberately use AI. He believes that today we can amplify our thinking by using chatbots as thought partners, and that agents swarming across the web can bring far more information to our attention. However, when people use it carelessly, AI also threatens to undermine our learning. He believes that whether schools want to teach students about the technology that will shape the future, students deserve the knowledge to make a choice for themselves. Outside of writing, Isaac enjoys programming AI apps, learning math, and practicing kung fu.

Dylan Chu is the Outreach Director at PATH-J, where he manages the podcast, social media, and recruitment. Born and raised in Boston, he is a sophomore at Milton Academy. As a writer for The Milton Paper's opinion section, Dylan regularly covers political actions such as Citizens United or the recent U.S. intervention in Venezuela. In addition, he is a member of the Public Issues Board, which aims to educate the students on current affairs and bring speakers of all political persuasions to campus. Dylan joined PATH-J to inspire the next generation of journalists and equip them with the skills necessary to navigate the stream of information in a rapidly changing global environment. Outside of journalism, Dylan is a member of Milton's varsity squash team and a passionate a cappella participant who can also beatbox. He is also an avid historian and plans to study East Asian languages and civilizations.