Class blogs
Multimedia timeline: a full semester in review
(DEARBORN, MICH.) Apr. 23, 2025 – Edited Apr. 23, 2025 at 1:18am Journalism will always be an ever-changing machine that necessitates writers to constantly re-learn the game; it’s never for the faint of heart. Learning how to roll with the times this semester in JuMP 331 Multimedia Journalism has been nothing short of a privilege, […]
Read MoreLooking Back, Pushing Forward: What We Learned About Journalism
I reflected on everything we did throughout the semester—from analyzing school district data and writing blog posts to creating a podcast episode. I discussed what I gained from our student-led discussions, how the guest speaker sessions shaped my perspective, and the real-world skills I developed through each assignment. This post looked back on the experiences, […]
Read MoreFree universal meals at risk in Wayne-Westland schools
(WESTLAND, MICH.) Apr. 22, 2025 – Breakfast and lunch for all K-12 students at Wayne-Westland Community Schools currently comes free of charge. According to state officials, recent proposals from congressional Republicans may put that funding at risk. A list of proposals published by House Budget Committee Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) included significant cuts to the […]
Read MoreSemester in Review: My Favorite Activities & Assignments
Throughout this semester in multimedia journalism, I have had the opportunity to explore the world of multimedia journalism in new and creative ways. From learning how to write, edit, embed, and so much more on blog posts to hearing from many different guest speakers, learning new perspectives, and things from the world of journalism. This […]
Read MoreWearing Many Hats: A Story of Hustle, Heritage, and Honor
This semester in ROTC was more than drills, rucks, and tactics it was a journey of personal transformation. From early morning PT to late-night planning for FTXs, every moment pushed me beyond my limits and into growth. As a cadet preparing to commission into the U.S. Army Signal Corps, I’ve learned that communication, discipline, and […]
Read MoreTimeline of what I did in Multimedia Journalism
Multimedia Journalism has been one of the most interesting and rewarding courses I’ve taken in college. I’m a political science major, so I get to handle theories and systems a lot, but this course was different—a lighthearted, experiential gateway to storytelling that literally brought the subject to life. It also made me gain a better appreciation for the journalistic work of framing public understanding and holding institutions accountable. A real highlight of the class was doing reporting on the Wayne-Westland Community Schools. Diving into data, investigating, and turning it all into a solid and compelling narrative showed me just how […]
Read MoreBeyond the Byline: How Multimedia Journalism Taught Me to Build, Visualize, and Adapt
At the start of this class, I believed journalism was just about writing well. I thought I’d focus on crafting headlines, reporting facts, and editing text. But as I wrap up this final project, my view of journalism and my role in it has completely transformed. This course taught me that today’s journalists don’t just […]
Read MoreFlipping the Script: This Class Made Me See Myself Differently
I came into this class thinking it would be a light ride, write a few blogs, turn in some articles, and move on. What I didn’t expect was how much this course would challenge me, not just as a student, but as a communicator and critical thinker. There were days when I was stuck for […]
Read MoreMarya’s Journalism 331 Timeline
This semester in Journalism class has been eye opening filled with a mix of creativity, analysis, research, and lively discussions, which by far were my favorite. In our weekly discussion posts, we dove into controversial topics.I loved reading how different classmates approached the same subject.And on the other hand we had some very heartwarming stories […]
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