2026 XRI Staff

Media team

Kathryn Rech was born and raised in Urbandale, IA. She is a graduate from The University of Northern Iowa with a Graphic Technology and IDS double major with a Marketing minor. She currently resides in Cedar Falls, IA working as a press operator and project manager at a commercial printing company.

Kat started her marching career with Colts Cadets (2015), then Colts (2016-2017), and aged out with Blue Stars (2018-2021) on mellophone. During her time in college, she was in the Panther Marching Band at UNI. She has found a passion for volunteering and giving back to the marching arts, which has shaped her into the person she is today.

Kat has always had a hobby for photography and found it to be the best of both worlds, getting the opportunity to photograph and create social content for a marching arts group. She returns for her 2nd year, capturing moments and making content for Crossroads.

Ataru Moone is a self-taught photographer who began pursuing photography in 2023. He has experience photographing a variety of events, with a particular interest in the performing arts. His work includes show choir, marching arts, various stage performances, sports, and more. Ataru is currently studying graphic design at Des Moines Area Community College and is expected to graduate in 2027.

His marching arts experience began in high school, where he spent his first two years marching trumpet before performing with the color guard during his final year. This background has given Ataru appreciation for the performers he photographs. He is excited for the opportunity to photograph and create content for Crossroads.