Elliot Hoffner – The Evanstonian

Elliot Hoffner, Video Editor

Hello! My name is Elliot (she/her). I’m a senior and a video editor for the Evanstonian this year. Last year, I was the assistant feature editor, and before that, I was a staff writer for the news, arts and entertainment, and feature sections. I joined the Evanstonian because student voices in media are one of the most important ways to understand the world, and because I wanted to be part of this community. When I’m not editing videos and sighing at Adobe Premiere Pro, you can find me acting in one of the shows at ETHS, at the beach, listening to music, reading, or playing piano.

By Elliot Hoffner

E Town Explores Ep 2

Tim Lister and Elliot Hoffner • October 20, 2025

Journalism students explore the power plant. Filmed by Elliot Edited by Tim.

[Video] 10 Questions with Elliot: Safety Mike

April 29, 2025

Elliot talks to Safety Mike (fist-bumps included)

Dr Campbell 25 Questions 1

Elliot Hoffner, Assistant Feature Editor • February 11, 2025

Elliot goes right to the top to hear what Dr. Campbell has to talks family, school spirit, and his love of teaching and the school community.

Wildkit Recipes

Elliot Hoffner, Assistant feature editor • February 11, 2025

Asking Eths students how they are able to make connections at ETHS Filmed and edited by: Elliot, Ana, and Colin

[Video] 25 Questions with Dr. Campbell

Elliot Hoffner • February 4, 2025

Elliot goes right to the top to hear what Dr. Campbell has to talks family, school spirit, and his love of teaching and the school community. Find out what class he would take as a student.

[Video] 25 Questions with Big Sach

Elliot Hoffner, Assistant Feature Editor • February 4, 2025

Elliot goes beyond the wake-up call to talk to Big Sach about his morning announcements and his work with ETHS theatre.

25 Questions with the Croo

Elliot Hoffner • February 4, 2025

Elliot visits with the Croo to get a behind the scene look at ETHS productions. Come backstage with us in this 25 Questions.

The final countdown: exam experiences by subject

Marin Ubersox, Elliot Hoffner, Estelle Carnahan, Evelyn Wenzel, Sam Froum and Claire Miller-Niharra • December 13, 2024

10 Questions With Elliot: Sachin Jain (Big Sach)

Elliot Hoffner, Assistant Feature Editor • September 13, 2024

SACHIN: Hey Wildkits! This is Big Sach from the morning announcements and the 67th YAMO, “YAMO Ate My Homework.” Rehearsal’s about to start, so follow me! ELLIOT: Tell me about your favorite...

[Photo] Photos of the Third Week!

August 30, 2024

Block 5 Theatre 3/4 Class. [Pictured left to right]: Templeton Steinwedel (junior), Avery Lehman (senior), Christian Nwachukwu (senior), Ash Mullenix (junior), Nat Sotnick (senior), Scythe Malone (senior),...

Students, teachers reflect on phone usage post pandemic

Nadira Bumi, Elliot Hoffner and Natalie Weinert • April 30, 2024

In the rapid-changing modern world, humans live in a digital age of constant stimulation. This culture of phone dependency stems partially from the COVID-19 pandemic, an era marked by social distancing....

‘Aristotle and Dante’’s lack of distribution emblematic of larger representation issues

Elliot Hoffner, Staff Writer • October 20, 2023

September 8, the movie adaptation of the book "Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe" was released. It was directed by Aitch Alberto and produced by Lin-Manuel Miranda. With an entirely...

To studios: act the write way

Meera Field and Elliot Hoffner • September 22, 2023

On May 2, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) went on strike, seeking higher pay and other improvements to working conditions. Two months later, on July 14, Hollywood actors, who are a part of the Screen...

ETHS Thrift Shop returns to The Hub, offering fun, affordable shopping experience

Elliot Hoffner, Staff Writer • March 26, 2023

This past week, the ETHS Thrift Shop returned to The Hub after closing for several months. Tuesday through Friday, the Thrift Shop was open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and students could shop through the many...

Evanston City Council votes to raise police officer salaries

Elliot Hoffner, Staff Writer • February 14, 2023

Many people’s job situations changed as a result of COVID. Some lost their jobs, while others chose to leave; much of this shifting was due to economic reasons. This is known as The Great Resignation,...

Evanston bookstore Bookends & Beginnings plans to move to new location

Elliot Hoffner, Staff Writer • December 20, 2022

Evanston’s beloved independent bookstore, Bookends & Beginnings, has been a popular spot for residents during the eight years since the bookstore opened in June of 2014. Its main shop is currently...

Holiday bazaar sets a charitable holiday mood

Elliot Hoffner and Grace Jorgensen • December 1, 2022

It’s officially the holiday season, and Evanston started festivities off early with its Holiday Bazaar. The bazaar, hosted annually by the Woman’s Club of Evanston, ran from Nov. 18-20 this...

Old Orchard Barnes and Noble set to reopen

Elliot Hoffner and Grace Jorgensen • November 10, 2022

When COVID-19 struck, Evanston and the surrounding areas lost many businesses, and many locals mourned the loss of multiple Barnes & Nobles. This popular bookstore not only left downtown Evanston but...

Health-focused options shift Evanston’s food scene

Elliot Hoffner, Rafi DiCrescenzo and Maggie Huston • September 24, 2022

The past few years have brought quite a bit of change to Evanston, so it’s no surprise that its restaurants are undergoing a drastic transformation as well. More and more chain restaurants have begun...