An intro into the life of a Journalist

‘Just a Journalist’ is intended to be a place to reflect on the current news media world we have-- an industry that is predominantly male and middle-aged. Navigating the world of journalism as a young woman is a hard road to cross. A young person is often accused of being ‘in the dark’ on major issues simply because of our age. It is assumed that we “don’t know what we’re talking about.” On top of that, the current political climate makes it hard for any journalist to be respected in society.

This blog will feature current events as well as my journey with journalism as a young woman. I want to reflect on my previous years in journalism as well as my future endeavors in the field.

With that being said, I would like to introduce how I became a journalism major in such a divided world.

I started writing for a publication my sophomore year of high school. I wrote for multiple sections and fell in love with the simplicity of the articles. I was later the News and Opinions Editor and then the Editor-in-Chief. I learned that my favorite thing was combining writing with leading.

Coming to college, I was conflicted between majors-- nursing and journalism. The first concrete inclination I had about majoring in journalism was after I attended the Inauguration Day protest. There, I was in a sea of people from opposing sides. I took photos and detailed notes of my experience. On the way back to Eastern University, the college I go to, I declared my major to myself. I felt like journalism was my way of making a difference. I have the power as a journalist to cover stories that often go untouched. I can shine a light on the people who have been oppressed-- be a sidekick in the movement toward social justice.

As for the rest of my career, I intend to graduate with a degree in journalism. Further, I plan to take my rightful place as a woman at the top of a nationally accredited newspaper a.k.a. The New York Times.

But, until that happens, enjoy this blog filled with antics, appreciations, and grammar rules.