Taylor Moore

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Welcome!

My name is Taylor Moore. I'm an award-winning multimedia journalist. I currently work as a On-Camera News Reporter for Biohack Yourself Media, reporting on the latest health, wellness and biohacking news, and as an Editorial Assistant for Builder.Media, writing multiple feature-length stories on tight deadlines for the national B2B homebuilding magazine publication. 

I am also the News and Life Editor for XSTSY Media, a magazine I co-produced with a fellow graduate, Sarah Van Buskirk, where I pitch, edit and write anything from feature-length stories to editorials. 

I graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of La Verne and have interned for Chino's news network, Chino-3 T.V. I previously led my campus news outlets as Editor-in-Chief of the Campus Times Newspaper, worked as an on-air radio personality for 107.9 LeoFM and was an anchor/reporter for the University's broadcast network, Foothill Community News. I was awarded Best General News Reporting in spring 2023. My short documentary, "You are NOT your size," won an award in 2024. 

Notable Accomplishments

- Bachelor's Degree in Broadcast Journalism 

- Graduated with Summa Cum Laude in 2024 

- Pitched and fully produced an award-winning short documentary on inconsistent clothing sizes and its impact on women's mental/emotional health 

- Awarded Best General News Reporting in 2023 

- Pitched and fully produced my own feature length story which aired as an FCN Extra in the 5th Foothill Community News show 

- Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Finalist in Feature Writing 

- Awarded Editor of the Year in 2022 

- University of La Verne Founders Scholarship recipient 2020-2024  

- Dean's List standing 2020-2024 

Read my published articles

While working for my school's newspaper over the past four years, I wrote over 100 articles and covered several beats. I led Campus Times as Editor-in-Chief, while also serving as the Breaking News Reporter, Social Media Editor, LV Life Editor and staff writer. 

I have published works across three Builder.Media magazines (Builder and Developer, Green Home Builder and American Infrastructure), XSTSY Media Magazine, La Verne Magazine and Campus Times Newspaper. 

Campus Times •

Abortion pill not coming to La Verne yet

Starting Jan.1, 2023, abortion pills will be available in Cal State and UC health centers. However, the health center at the University of La Verne will not be offering the abortion pill.

Under the new law, Senate Bill 24, authored by state Sen. Connie M. Levya in 2019, Cal States and UC’s are required to start stocking RU 486 abortion medication on their campuses. The law also requires and has established a so-called College Student Health Center Sexual and Reproductive Health Preparation Fund
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Interim provost brings perspective

Risa Dickson, who took the helm as interim provost for the University last month, has already rolled up her sleeves and started to get things done.

“I’m so thrilled to be here,” Dickson said. “There’s so much opportunity in this community and a lot of great people working at (La Verne).”

Dickson was given specific goals upon starting. At the top of her list is working toward the University’s goals and recommendations per the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, or WASC, the University
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Lecture puts climate change in context

Former Minister of Environment of Morocco and climate change activist Hakima El Haité presented “Climate Change and International relations” for the 2023 Benzair Bhutto and Ahmed Ispahani International Lecture Wednesday in Morgan Auditorium.

Julio Minoves-Triquell, associate director of the International Studies Institute and associate professor of political science, opened the lecture by listing El Haité’s accomplishments.

She holds two Ph.D.s, in environmental studies and environmental engin
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University prepares for monkeypox

If cases of monkeypox arise on campus, the University has safety measures in place to protect the health of the students and faculty.

Juan Regalado, chief student affairs officer, said that if someone displays symptoms of the virus, the University will urge them to stay home and contact their health care provider or the Student Health Center on campus.

Additionally, the University has isolation rooms that have already been prepared to prevent the spread of COVID and can now be used to stop the
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Newsom could be ousted by recall effort

California Gov. Gavin Newsom will face a recall election on Sept. 14 – following seven petitions to recall him since February 2020.

All registered voters were sent mail-in ballots, and they have the option to vote in person at a voter center or polling place starting Sept. 4.

Mail-in ballots must be postmarked by Sept. 14, or placed in a dropbox, delivered to a polling place by 8 a.m., or dropped off to the voter’s county elections office by 8 p.m. on election day.

The recall election for New
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Racial slurs reported in Citrus dorm

A racial slur against the Black community was found written on doors and whiteboards in the University of La Verne’s Citrus Residence Hall, President Devorah Lieberman told the community in a late Thursday email.

According to the email statement sent to students, faculty and staff, multiple incidents where this slur was used in this manner have occurred, dating back to mid-September.

“Racial slurs are dehumanizing and cruel, and are deeply rooted in racism, violence, and hatred,” she said in t
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Spanish diplomat discusses United Nations

Juan Carlos Sánchez Alonso, senior Spanish diplomat and Consul General of Spain, presented his Hot Spots Lecture “The European Union: Results of the Spanish Presidency” Wednesday to roughly 35 University of La Verne students, staff and faculty in the La Fetra Auditorium.

Julio Minoves-Triquell, associate director of the International Studies Institute and associate professor of political science, opened the lecture by listing off Alonso’s previous diplomatic roles.

Alonso served as Ambassador
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President Mahdavi reflects on the importance of being present

The University’s new President Pardis Mahdavi was the first speaker in a series of monthly talks titled “What Matters Most to Me and Why” Aug. 31 in the Ludwick Center Sacred Space.

The series is sponsored by the Office of Religious and Spiritual Life, Office of Black Services and the Center for Multicultural Services.

“I’ll be honest, I was a little nervous,” Mahdavi said. “But then my daughter reminded me of something I tell her often, ‘The nice thing about going first is no one knows (you’r
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New state laws protect women’s reproductive rights

Gov. Gavin Newsom signed two bills into law – both aimed to protect women’s reproductive health and rights – in a virtual ceremony Sept. 22.

Assembly Bill 1356, written by Assemblymember Rebecca Bauer-Kahan, D-San Ramon, amended existing laws to secure a patient’s right to access reproductive health care, specifically abortions, safely and privately. The law will go into effect in January, banning doxing, the search for private information or identifying someone, and increase fines, up to $50,0
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State lawmakers propose Cal Grants expansion

California lawmakers will consider legislation that would reform how California distributes financial aid, enabling students, who were not previously eligible for Cal Grants to participate in the program.

The Cal Grant Reform Act was written by Assemblymembers Jose Medina, D-Riverside, and Kevin McCarty, D-Sacramento, and was introduced on Feb. 19.

The bill would make it easier for low-income students to become eligible for the state’s financial aid by reforming the current rules.

“One of the
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New legislation would regulate retouched photos

California Assemblymember Cristina Garcia, D-Downey, has proposed legislation that requires social media platforms to post a disclaimer on photos that have been retouched for promotional purposes.

The bill introduced last month would define “retouched” as a person having altered their bodily appearance to narrow or thicken their figure, or to remove blemishes on their skin, for example.

The tag on the retouched photo would be in a contrasting type, font, or color to the surrounding background,
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Unrealistic beauty standards plague social media

Kira, a junior kinesiology major at the University of La Verne, was 16 when she developed an eating disorder. When she first joined Instagram, she would see photos of girls that she didn’t know appear on her feed. The app did this to recommend followers to its new users.

But what stuck with Kira, who asked that her real name not be used for this story, was the girls’ hourglass figures and toned stomachs. They were skinny, in shape and seemed happy with how they looked. To Kira, these girls were
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Decision on mandatory vaccination pending as University plans fall return

As the University of La Verne plans to return to on-campus learning in the fall, students, faculty and staff are urged – but so far not required – to get vaccinated against COVID-19, University officials said this week.

“We’re anticipating a full return with face-to-face instruction with appropriate accommodations,” Rod Leveque, University spokesman, said, adding that the University is awaiting further guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention before calling for mandatory vac
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Drivers to face stricter penalties for texting and driving

A new state law that goes into effect July 1 imposes stricter penalties for those caught texting while driving. Under current law, using a hand-held smart phone or device while driving is punishable by a fine. Starting July 1, the penalty for such violation will also add points to the driver’s record.

The law, AB-47, was authored by Assembly Member Tom Daly, D-Anaheim.

According to the National Safety Council, driving while using a cellphone has led to 1.6 million crashes each year, and nearly
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Commentary: Here are the top 20 movies to get your scare on this Halloween season

With so many Halloween-themed and scary movies to choose from, here are the top 20 movies you should watch leading up to and on Halloween night. From modern flicks to true Halloween classics, this list has everything you need for your spooky season – in reverse order of scary awesomeness.

Mia Goth shines in her dual role in this movie and the cinematography is a work of art. What makes this latest edition worthy of our list is how the movie captures the essence of classic horror with modern tou
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First Person Experience: Sophomores find community after missing freshman experience

I can still remember the feeling of excitement I had about two things, my senior year of high school and my first year of college.

I had watched dozens of cliché movies about the beautiful prom dresses and families cheering at their child’s graduation. I had heard countless stories from my older friends and family about how much they enjoyed that first year of college, how different it was from high school, how many new friends they made. I had been looking forward to all of it since I was youn
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Commentary: Real dating happens offline

Last week, I was sitting with my friends in the Campus Center like I usually do between classes when I overheard a friend of mine talking about someone she had an interest in. She said that she had been running into this guy frequently on campus and had thought that he had been trying to catch her attention, but she wasn’t sure.

I asked her if she had spoken to him yet.

She said that she hadn’t but that she had requested to follow him on social media, which he had accepted. To her, that was a
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Television Review: New season of 'You' is the best one yet

The third season of Netflix’s psychological thriller drama “You” was released on Oct. 15 and was full of even more twists, drama, suspense and steamy moments.

Last season, the audience was introduced to Love Quinn, played by Victoria Pedretti, the love interest and new obsession of the series’ protagonist, Joe Goldberg, played by Penn Badgley. However, we later found out that Joe may have met his match since Love is willing to do anything to protect him.

Rather than feel flattered that she lov
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College students enjoy gyms reopening

With the reopening of schools and important businesses in the wake of widespread COVD-19 vaccination across the state and nation this year, Gyms are back as well, including the University’s Randall Lewis Center for Well-Being and Research main floor workout room.

Athletes are also training in person and enjoying socializing while working out, all while complying with the University’s mask and vaccination mandates.

“Having others to run with and a more scheduled time to get the training done co
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ULV recognized nationally for social mobility

The University of La Verne is among the very best colleges in the nation when it comes to social mobility, which is marked by movement in education, class and socioeconomic status.

The U.S. News and World Report’s 2022 Best College rankings released last month placed the University in the top ranking among private universities and seventh among all national universities for social mobility of students.

The annual report also ranked ULV no. 66 in best value and 136 overall among 391 national un
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Sage ceremony symbolizes rebirth and growth

In honor of California Native American Day, the University held a Sage Gathering and Blessing ceremony last Friday in front of the Ludwick Center.

“California Native American Day is an important day for us as native people to bring us together and to remember our elders, to remember who we are now and to remember where we need to be,” said Trevor Thomson, Karuk tribe member, who led the blessing.

The ceremony began at 10 a.m. with Thomson leading participants in “The Star Child Song,” passed d
XSTSY MEDIA •

Situationships, high school sweethearts and more: Love Letters #1

Navigating relationships is never easy. From forming new connections, establishing long lasting friendships or to maintaining a healthy romance; It can leave you with all of the feels and even more questions. We definitely do not have all of the answers, and sometimes we desperately need advice.
XSTSY MEDIA introduces “Love Letters with Dr. Liz.” In this multiple-part series, News/Life Editor, Taylor Moore will meet with licensed marriage and family therapist Dr. Elizabeth James, affectionatel...
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Taylor’s creamy pesto pasta topped with honey glazed salmon

Do you see how much seasoning there is? Make sure you cover the salmon in the seasonings from head to toe. I always disclose that I never measure my seasonings. I use my boyfriend as my handy-dandy taste-tester. If he tells me it needs more flavor, then I add more. So go ahead and use the test-taste method. If you think it needs a little more spice, don’t be shy to add more, flavor never hurt anyone.
Set your salmon aside because it’s time to jump back to our pasta. You’re going to be doing a...
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Bling It Nails: How a lifelong passion for art turned into a thriving salon

Sierra Rodriguez, creator and owner of Bling It Nails, has always been an artist. Almost three years ago, she utilized that passion, became a certified nail technician and opened her own salon in Placentia.
Rodriguez grew up with a love for art. In her childhood, she was spending her time drawing, painting and doing arts and crafts. That artistic love only grew the older she got.
“I D.I.Y. (do it yourself) all my Halloween costumes,” Rodriguez said. “I even DIY’ed my prom dress. I thrifted a $...
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I currently work as an On-Camera Digital Journalist for Biohack Yourself Media, the top news outlet for the latest biohacking, health and wellness news across rh

While working at my school's news network, I shot, wrote, edited and produced weekly news stories. I worked as an anchor and reporter, covering several beats in both short and long form news packages. 

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Chino Youth Christmas Parade & Fair Behind the Scenes

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In this exclusive behind-the-scenes video, we take you on a captivating journey through the heart of our beloved community event. From the early morning preparations to the final moments of the fair, witness the dedication, creativity, and festive spirit that goes into bringing this annual celebration to life.

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