Welcome to Inside OutKast! We bring the hottest hits, latest news, and never-ending fun, but first let’s introduce one of our amazing hosts with an extensive catalog. Jerron-Michael Arline comes from the not-so-far-away land of Beaumont, TX and the even further land of Jones College majoring in Health Sciences with a Poverty, Justice, and Human Capabilities minor with a Spanish language certificate. Outside of his rigorous academic schedule, you can find Jerron-Michael perusing Beyoncé’s internet, analyzing albums and films, serving as Vice President of the Black Student Association, or bringing out the finest legwork as a RASA Dance member. All of that to say, congratulations! You’ve won the radio sweepstakes of a lifetime having Jerron-Michael as your O-Week advisor :)

- Mordecai Logan, McMurtry '25

So you’re telling me you haven’t heard of THE Anuska Santra?? The mother of all mothers?? The goddess of goddesses?? You better start giving thanks because Anuska is ALWAYS giving (in every way)!! Coming from Tomball, Texas, this pre-med Neuroscience and Health Sciences double major with a minor in Medical Humanities senior is gonna be the advisor that you are literally going to love upon just meeting her. She has such impeccable style, music taste (from Beyoncé to indie EDM), charisma, and to be really honest, who’s really killing it everyday every second like she does (We’ll wait……). We could go on and on and on and on about how Anuska is the most gorgeous, hilarious, kind, and refreshing RHA, crocheter, musician, and horror movie fan at Rice, but we’ll let you find out for yourself at O-Week!

- Carlos Cruz, McMurtry '27; Sean Nyangeri, McMurtry '26; Danielle Hedvig, McMurtry '27

Back in the glory days of freshman year, Sid Richardson nominated Sammy as one of their finest, and he truly is. Even at the ripe old age of 19, Sammy has a very youthful personality and appearance. He looks so young that he still gets carded at the Rice Coffee House when buying his signature strawberry banana smoothies. In addition to his iconic smoothie, Sammy has many die-hard habits. Catch him spitting some of his classic go-to phrases, including but not limited to: “legitimately,” “unironically,” “essentially” and “actually.” If you ever need to find Sammy, step outside, and you will spot him on his 18th inner-loop stroll of the day. When you need to walk back to your room late at night, don’t fret. Sammy will pause his midnight walk to escort you back to your dorm. On the walk back, don’t be surprised if Sammy instantly solves all of your math and physics homework problems. He's a math major pursuing a master's in education, and he's incredibly generous (**HINT HINT** Sammy is THE BEST tutor you could ever wish for). If he’s not talking about his two loves math and education, he is definitely gushing about the glories of Austin, TX. Although Sammy prides himself on being an Austin and Corpus man through-and-through, with the infamous nickname “Matlab boy,” I’d argue he’s found a home for himself here at Rice.

- Mira Goldstein, McMurtry '27

Meet Imaje Harvey! From Olathe, Kansas but has learned her away around the city in no time. Imaje is one of the most genuine, friendly, and easy to talk to people on campus. This junior Psychology major is the perfect person to go to for life advice about everything under the sun- friends, partners, parents, hairstyles, food spots- there’s no topic off limits. She has a passion for mental health, especially racial disparities in mental health. (stay tuned for the black mental health coalition club!!!!). She will not hesitate to drive you to any of her favorite Houston spots in her Ford Escape, especially if it’s to the Popeyes on Main Street. If you ever need someone to give you directions to any place on campus, write a persuasive email to a professor, go to concerts, or find you a great Groupon deal, Imaje is your girl! BUT CONGRATULATIONS TO WHOEVER READING THIS, YOU HAVE BEEN BLESSED WITH THE GREATEST ADVISOR YOU COULD ASK FOR! Get ready to have the best week of your life with Imaje.

- Jenna Byrd, Sid Richardson ‘26