When I registered way back when, I really didn't have a positive or negative opinion of this class.I found quickly that 420 was a nice break from the stressful 415 reporting class I took with Prof. Dash last semester. It was a nice to change to be learning rules to apply to my writing, instead of writing all the time and worrying about constant deadlines and interviews.
I think the reason I enjoyed this class so much was the fact that I learned things I truly think will stay with me. I learned skills to improve my writing and better my understanding of a newsroom and rules of reporting.
I also felt challenged many times throughout the semester. There was more than one occasion where my ethics as a journalist were tested and I was forced to think like an editor and decide what I would do in that position. In terms of which photos to publish and issues like that, I learned a great deal because I have never dealt with decisions like that before. I was also reminded for a week straight just how much I really DO hate math and why journalism is the career I want to pursue. I think I learned a lot about myself this semester, especially as a journalist.
I am not going to lie, I am glad this is my last blog. I really won't miss this part of the class TOO much. :)
Adiosssss junior year!
