Academic Projects
Through my academic assignments and coursework at the University of Michigan, I’ve been able to strengthen, sharpen, and refine the core skills essential to a career in sports broadcasting and journalism. Classes in writing, humanities, social sciences, communication and media, and more have challenged me to think critically, craft compelling narratives, and adapt my voice for various formats. These skills will be especially useful for reporting whether it’s a game recap, feature story, or on-air script. These academic experiences have provided a strong foundation in both the technical and creative aspects of storytelling, directly supporting my passion for covering sports with clarity, energy, and professionalism. Continue scrolling to see some of my academic progress thus far as a Communication and Media major at the University of Michigan. I hope to add more to this page as I continue to take Communication and Media courses, practicing and eventually mastering my craft.
COMM 101
The Mass Media
This course provided an introduction to the history and impact of mass media on American culture through advertising, news, radio, television programming, the Internet, and popular music. Over the semester, I produced three essays for this course that challenged me to think critically, compare ancient and modern perspectives, and articulate complex ideas through structured, engaging academic writing. This course provided me with a deeper background knowledge of the sports we know and valuable writing experience that directly supports my development as a communicator in sports journalism and broadcasting. It also was filled with different guest speakers, including my idol and muse, CBS leading sideline reporter and Michigan Alumni: Tracy Wolfson. Starting my journey as a Communications Major, this course has a special place in my heart, fueling my aspirations.
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COMM 102
Media Process & Effects
This course provided an introduction to the impact of media on individuals' thoughts, feelings, attitudes, and behaviors. Over the semester, I produced several assignments that challenged me to evaluate media messages critically, understand how techniques can evoke certain emotions or persuasions from individuals, and connect social science research to real-world media consumption. I analyzed and practiced research evaluation, social science focuses, real-world applications, and media influence through weekly outlines, assignments, examinations, and projects. This course taught me how to examine the research behind these effects and how to evaluate media messages. Being so applicable to the real world, it is a course I will regularly think back to and continue to strengthen as well as utilize my skillset developed from the course.
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