Words of Wisdom

Three famous alumni came back to Syracuse and one lucky class got to spend some quality time with them. Bob Costas, Herb Weisbaum, and Dave Cohen spoke to a Radio Television News class at Newhouse today. They answered questions and gave advice to the aspiring broadcast journalists.


Herb Weisbaum, better known nationally as the consumer man, warned the students of the struggles of the business. "Please expect lousy pay, long hours no glamour and the worst shifts you can possibly have. You've really got to have a passion and you've really got to want to do it." He also explained the importance of being a multimedia reporter, "You absolutely must be flexible. You have to be able to do it all and EVERYTHING has a web component."


Dave Cohen, famous sports announcer, explained that in our multimedia world, television is the most honest medium. He also inspired the students to be innovative and not just conform to the norms of the business.




Bob Costas, the sports legend's advice? Gain as much knowledge as possible and stay true to yourself.


Although the students only spent a few hours with these Newhouse legends, they were left with much more. One student even said that this was the best day of her life after taking a photo with Costas. One thing they will never loose from this experience? The insight that the three gave to the students.