Olivia B. Waxman

Olivia B. Waxman is a prominent staff writer at Time Magazine, where she has been contributing since 2012. Her work spans various sections of the magazine, including Health, Tech, Entertainment, and the Nation section, where she focuses on historical parallels to contemporary events. She has been particularly active in writing for TIME's History section and LIFE.com, as well as for the magazine's "The View" and "The Brief" sections.123

Education and Early Career

Waxman graduated with honors from Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism in 2012, following a Bachelor’s degree in Government and History from Hamilton College. During her academic career, she received multiple accolades, including being named to the Dean’s List and graduating cum laude.24

Notable Work

Some of her significant articles include:

• "What It’s Like to Be a Cop in America": An exploration into the motivations behind choosing law enforcement as a profession.
• "Hello Kitty at 40: Sexist Throwback or Empowering Icon?": A cultural critique on the iconic character.
• "Meet the Straight Couples Who Were Waiting to Marry Until All Gay Couples Could": A poignant look at marriage equality through personal stories.13

Professional Experience

Before her current role, Waxman held various positions at Time Magazine, including:

• Writer-Producer for TIME.com (2012-2013)
• Internships at NY1 News and the office of U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer, where she honed her skills in reporting and press relations.24

Contact Information

Waxman can be reached via her professional email at olivia_waxman@timemagazine.com.1