About Me
Michelle Waida is a film student in the College of Media and Communications at Texas Tech University. She is expected to graduate in the spring of 2026 with a degree in Creative Media Industries as well as a minor in Journalism.
Originally from DFW, Michelle has spent the last two years exploring Lubbock and becoming more involved with the local community. She’s done freelance photography around the fields of West Texas and Trans-Pecos Region as well as working as a videographer for student organizations such as the Goin’ Band from Raiderland. Her reporting focuses heavily on political issues affecting Lubbock communities such as immigration and school shutdowns.
Feel free to contact her for any inquiries or potential story ideas. She’d love an opportunity to grow her experience and expand her portfolio.
Photo by Omar Cantero