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To say I’ve done a poor job of updating would be an understatement.  A gross understatement. Regardless, here we are.  The last two months of my life have been filled with work.  Would I have it any other way?  Absolutely not.  I was putting in 10 to 12 hour days during the week. And I [...]

On Friday, I was the “extra” web editor, meaning I was effectively in control of what showed up on the Medill Reports home page. Things didn’t start out great. Without going into details, the concept of “extra” web editor was new–and I was the very first to do it.  Needless to say, some quirks need [...]

My second story as a reporter was on universities reporting jobs created/maintained through stimulus money.  It’s a complex topic, and making it readable was a challenge.  I’m not incredibly pleased with how it turned out, given the time I spent on this, and many sources were uncooperative or ignored me altogether.  Still, it turned out ok.  I [...]

I haven’t been updating lately.  I have been very busy.  The girl I was seeing ended our relationship.  My grandmother is going to die within the next three weeks.  I have begun reporting on a daily basis.  On my “light” day, I have three hours of class. Regardless, I am enjoying reporting to a great [...]

Just like it sounds. Today was not a mixed bag by any means. In fact, 25 may have been my best birthday yet. Increasingly, I am happier every day with the people I am surrounded. I am constantly challenged by new technologies, new people, and new ideas. This is my idea of a good life. [...]