Lab writing reflection

 By: Madison Maronde


Writing labs in class is a rush of emotions. It’s the initial freak out over needing to read the paragraphs of information, followed by the frantic writing of a lede. While I piece together a story, I also wonder if I chose the right major, if someone in my class will do significantly worse than me, and if I will finish on time. It helps, while under pressure, to remind myself that someone in the class is probably feeling the same stream of emotions as I am. The feedback I have been getting in my labs is beneficial and every week I am surprised by how much I learn through these assignments. Some things I need to work on as I learn to write like a journalist include simple AP rules like number formatting as well as knowing where to insert a colorful quote. Also I am learning how to decipher information given by press releases. Meaning, I am learning how to pick and choose the information that is essential for me to include in my piece.


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