David Ruiz joined The Cosmonaut in December 2024. He currently serves as the editor-in-chief. He is a dedicated and ambitious student, who is involved in various leadership roles. He serves as the Vice-President of Norton’s National Honor Society (NHS), the president of the Norton ambassador program, and a member of California State Senator Eloise Gomez Reyes’ Young Senators. Outside of his leadership duties, David enjoys spending time reading and painting miniature figurines.