There is nothing I love more then talking to people about what they are passionate about. That is exactly what I did for my story as a reporter this week. I covered the launching of a new website that was developed by students and faculty at our very own SU College of Law. The website is the first global blog that will allow oppressed people across the world report acts of violence and human rights violations. During the launch, the founder proposed this thought, "What is Anne Frank had a blog to talk about what she was experiencing?" This is what this website is all about. It was not just the website that impressed me. It was all of the people there. They were so passionate and excited to make a difference. Nuremberg Prosecutor Henry King said, "It's about making a difference, even if it is a small one." All of the people there truly are making a difference. It was inspiring to hear them talk about all of their hard work and what they hope their site will be. I interviewed Elizabeth O'Lochlin. She was so knowledgeable and excited about what they have accomplished and what is to come.
Going to the event was a great experience. Writing the story was a little more difficult. Because I learned so much and spoke to so many interesting people at the event I was "attached" to the story. It was difficult for me to just put the story on paper in a few simple sentences. When I finally got it all out I think the piece turned out pretty well. My group rocked (obviously) and everything went as planned (which kind of led to a less rewarding end of newscast). All and all it was a good day and a great cast!
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p.s. Happy Homecoming Weekend!
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