Department of Mass Communications Hosts Reporter and Anchor Panel Sharing Real Life Experiences

Left to Right: Sara Wilson, Karla Ray, Tenikka Hughes, Curtis McCloud, and Jim Payne

On January 31, students from the Department of Mass Communications had the opportunity to take part in a student led panel discussion with several media professionals, Tenikka Hughes, Curtis McCloud. Karla Ray, and Jim Payne sharing their wealth of experiences and shared wisdom to help students excel in an emerging TV News industry. 

During the conversation, students asked the “real” questions about news anchoring and being a news breaking journalist:

"I expected most of their responses, but i’m glad they actually shared the reality of the industry, you're going to be up late, you're not going to make what you think so they made it really real for us..I loved it." -Shaurice Daniels, Junior

"After graduation, I want to become a talk show host, so hearing this information was helpful to remember as I progress in my college matriculation." - Dereanna Britt, Freshman class president

"They opened my eyes to the real world and gave me a perspective I never heard. I like how honest and real they were talking about what how much they honestly make and how they survive." -Rennae Morgan, Senior

"The panel made me more interested in my major and getting into my field. I actually applied for the WESH internship. It made me want to get involved sooner." -Lalah Rayer, sophomore

"It was really good for students who want to be on television as their career. The panelists gave great insight and they were being uncut about the inside of the industry." - Paris Renee, Junior

"I really liked how they were willing to help us and Tenikka Hughes said we can shadow her." -Medina Cofer, Junior