Journalism is one of the oldest professions. People have always needed information from the Roman tablets to the modern-day, web superhighway. So what does a still-relatively-green journalism adviser have to add to the ether?
Frankly, just my thoughts. But that’s OK. That’s all anyone has to give.
I felt like starting this blog because I remember going into the world of education as a journalist with NO concept of what a lesson plan was, how to convey my industry knowledge to students, and how to juggle academia. Over the years, I, as my counterparts have for decades, find ways that work. This is my way to share both my industry knowledge and the education methods that work. In addition, others that want to share to this blog are free to as well!
I plan on tackling two main topics: journalism tips and education tips.
Many advisers were, for better or worse, thrust into the role of a journalism adviser because they were an English, art, or business teacher. While those skills absolutely helpful to the journalism field, what journalists do is a hodgepodge of all of it, and the purpose is unique and demanding. Hopefully I can convey some skills and techniques from the professional realm to those that need advice on what to do.
Others, like myself, parachuted in from the professional realm and have no idea what being a teacher means. I had to navigate those waters and plan on sharing what I find works. Sure, it might not all work for you, but it’s my way of giving back in the same way my mentors have.
Green's J-School 