Below are statistics that provide insight into the work that goes into producing an issue of the Torch over a four-to-five-week production cycle. Statistics were compiled based on information from the November issue of the Torch. 

92 total story ideas submitted by staff to be considered for publication.

195 total sources contacted by staff.

74 total interviews conducted by staff.

181 comments, on average, left on each article.

9 hours, on average, spent commenting by Torch editors.

3,984 comments made across all articles.

22 versions, on average, created of each page before publishing.