Connor Lute is a junior studying media and communication with a focus in public relations. He is pursuing four minors: advertising, journalism, technical & professional writing, and digital marketing.  Connor is the 2023-2024 executive editor for the East Tennessean and began writing for the publication in 2022 as an arts and entertainment reporter. During his time as a reporter, he covered stories ranging from the grand opening of the Martin Center's Broadway Series and a variety of local events. Outside of the East Tennessean, Connor works in ETSU’s Marketing and Communications department. After Connor graduates, he plans on beginning his career in public relations and later to pursue a master’s in strategic communications. His career goal is to work corporate communications for a globally-recognized company.