our story

Overachiever Magazine was founded in 2018 by Rehana Paul, an International Communication student at American University who was passionate to create a platform that would empower, uplift, and advocate for all API women, non-binary individuals, and other gender minorities. The name makes light of the stereotype that Asians are Overachievers, however, OM also strives to include those who find themselves at the intersection of API and LGBTQ+ communities. 

In 2023, Rehana stepped away from Overachiever Magazine to pursue her master’s degree and career, appointing Alyssa, the former Development Director, to become the new Editor-in-Chief. As a designer, developer, and Overachiever herself, Alyssa is looking forward to inviting others to participate in creating the new era of Overachiever Magazine. Her hope is to address social and environmental issues in an innovative fashion, and she’d like to help create something more inclusive, sustainable, and meaningful for her community.

Overachiever Magazine has come a long way since our beginning five years ago. Our A+ team of Overachievers dedicate their extra time and energy to publish monthly online issues of personal stories, poetry, and other neat written pieces that are important to us. Our grassroots publication is powered by our contributors, so we’d like to encourage you to participate in the next monthly issue!