What was your first job as a journalist?
A young reporter for the local newspaper
Have you ever used a typewriter?
yes
How is social media changing news?
It is changing the accuracy of stories
Who's your favorite fictional journalist?
N/A
What does it mean to be a journalist?
It means I can fight for injustice, seek truth for the public and expose wrong doing
What's the funniest news-related #hashtag you've seen?
N/A
How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?
By e mail
What tools and software do you use to do your job?
A variety of software tools
What's your favorite social network?
N/A
Who do you wish followed you?
yes
Why did you become a journalist?
It is a God given gift. I was born to be one. I always knew this was my purpose
Did you work for your high school newspaper? If so, what did you do there?
We never had a high school newspaper, wanted to start one but the technology was not that advanced
What story are you most proud of writing or working on?
The stories about poor communities and injustices being done there , that's what gets me the most
What advice can you offer to aspiring journalists?
Journalism is a passion, its a dedication. If you do not have a passion for it, don't do it !!!
When's the best time to pitch you?
In the evening
What's the best pitch you ever got?
N/A
What's the worst pitch you ever got?
N/A
What's your favorite drink?
Hot Chocolate
When you're not at a computer, where are you most likely to be?
running, hiking, reading, dancing
Aside from your own, what's your favorite publication to read?
New York Times is excellent
What's the most common misperception about your beat?
It is hard and involves math, this is so not true
