(this post was inspired by jon acuff's post titled "play to the size of your heart, not the size of the crowd".) so... i have officially completed my masters of journalism course at monash university. if i pass everything (results are out on 9 july, and i know i've passed two subjects so far...), graduation …
perhaps it is time to stand up for your dream.
as a singaporean, studying journalism is not necessarily a popular choice. most of my peers pursue a degree in business, law, engineering, or similar professions. and in singapore, journalism is not a glamourous profession. it is not one that parents will encourage their children to pursue. yet, it is something that i have grown to …
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life as a student journalist
the last few weeks of a semester is hellish for most - if not all - tertiary students. for me, it's used for writing, editing, transcribing, and chasing up final interviews (which aren't always successful). when introducing myself to prospective interviewees, i usually say i'm a "student journalist". it's probably not an original phrase and …
Diane Leow 