Meleana Buice

Meleana Buice is a dedicated news reporter at Times Review Newsgroup since June 2024, where responsibilities include producing content for various publications while covering local news and current events. Concurrently, Meleana serves as a research assistant at Duke University Sanford School of Public Policy, focusing on literature reviews and editorial tasks related to policing research. As the communications and publicity chair for Momentum Dance Company, Meleana manages publicity and social media for the all-girls dance group. Additionally, Meleana is a Girl Scout Gold Award Winner and a sailing instructor at Shelter Island Yacht Club, teaching children sailing fundamentals and racing techniques. Prior volunteer experience includes founding and leading educational initiatives for young girls through Grand Street Settlement. Meleana is a student at Duke University, pursuing a degree since August 2021.