Splash Biography

MAYA JIMENEZ, Senior studying English and aspiring author.

Major: English

College/Employer: UC Berkeley

Year of Graduation: 2025

Brief Biographical Sketch:

Growing up, I had a fascination with pirates. Now with Splash, I hope to return to my childhood passion and extend my knowledge to students in a fun and interactive way! Beyond my interest in piracy, I am a fiction writer, soccer player and avid drinker of boba.

Past Classes

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H990: Berkeley Fiction Review: Small Press Publishing in Splash Fall 2022 (Oct. 29, 2022)

Ever picked up a book and wondered what the publishing process looked like? Berkeley Fiction Review is a student-run literary journal that publishes a collection of short stories and artwork annually. Our class will give a general overview of the publishing and media industry. Learn about the various roles and skills needed to make a team at a publishing house. Then, learn what it’s like to edit and design a book!