Viviana Buzo, Patch Staff

Since I was 12 years-old I've loved everything that encompasses journalism. While studying journalism at Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI.,  I freelanced for a local Milwaukee magazine called Aqui Milwaukee. After graduating I interned at the Yakima Herald-Republic in Washington state covering a variety of issues.

I absolutely love to shop and have a long-time love affair with shoes, which is why Greendale is a perfect place for me to be. Southridge Mall and the downtown village stores should keep me occupied during my spare time.

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<b>Politics </b>

I tend to vote for the candidate and not for a party. Before casting my vote I like to research the candidates.<br> <b> </b>

<b>Religion</b>

I was raised Catholic and went to all Catholic schools. I&#39;m open to learning about all religions. Theology courses were always my favorite in school. <br> <b><br> Local Hot-Button Issues</b>

So far I learned that the historic downtown village and Southridge Mall means a lot to the Greendale community. I&#39;m looking forward to learning about all the issues.<b><br></b>