Karim Melek, Editor-in-Chief
Karim Melek is a senior at Palatine High School and the Editor-in-Chief of Cutlass. He serves as a student leader for the SPLC’s New Voices program, advocating for student press freedom and adviser protections. Melek was named to the Illinois Journalism Education Association’s All-State Team. Beyond journalism, he is the founder and Secretary-General of Palatine’s Model UN team, a member of the debate team, and competes in water polo and swimming. He is also interested in researching and preserving the history of Cutlass, which spans more than 100 years. In addition, he volunteers with the Palatine Historical Society, where he helps archive and preserve historic records. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family and friends. He plans to pursue a career in law and/or journalism.
