Ellen Tumakha, Reporter
Ellen Tumakha is a reporter on the staff of the Puma Press. She is a freshman and is new to the staff. She likes to write fun and engaging stories, and her favorite part of journalism is getting a greater sense of the Uprep community. Outside of journalism, she enjoys skiing and listening to music.
![Pictured is one of two ofrendas at UPrep. Participating was invaluable for in-house substitute teacher David Moe.
“I certainly hope it continues. I think it’s great,” Moe said. “As a Catholic growing up, you just don’t talk about [death]. You really suppress yourself - that’s how you deal. I’d rather explore a little bit more.”](https://uprepmedia.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/w-ofrenda3.jpg)
