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Based on the webinar, investigative reporting makes a difference in journalism by giving a voice to new sources, providing more perspectives and allowing sources to share their parts and sides of the stories. “Code of Silence” by Lise Olsen talks about ethical violations through suppression of misconduct complaints about federal judges. Lise talks about sexual…

I have made more progress on my story in terms of getting permission to use pictures and videos, using some of my own and contacting fans on their opinions of the musicians I am writing about. I have gained a new perspective of musicians in that I know more about the diversity of them at…

I have been interviewing musicians throughout the course of this semester, but I have not interviewed fans about their perspectives of the musicians. I aim to do that, and I want to make sure my research and data process aligns with interviews and sources I use for my story. I will use statistics and maps…

I think the queer community has been positively impacted or changed through LGBTQIA+ series such as “We’re Here” by being shown examples of self-confidence and acceptance throughout the episodes. Andrei Manila, a Filipino gay cheerleader, found it difficult to fully express himself around his family because of the different beliefs in the culture they grew…

I have noticed diversity among all music performances and artists I have engaged with so far. After watching Open Mic events and attending Makers’ Market, an event held by San Diego State University Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Resource Center and One SDSU, where musicians and vendors show off their creativity and market their products,…

My upcoming story will be about finding and exploring ethnic diversity, gender identities and expressions in the music industry, among musicians and in local areas with musical performances. I will interview music artists of all backgrounds, including new, emerging and experienced musicians. I will discover aspiring and professional artists who can tell me their inspirations…

Welcome to my blog! This is where I will post stories and updates related to my academic career in journalism. I am a former staff writer for The Mesa Press at San Diego Mesa College. I am currently a student majoring in journalism at San Diego State University and a volunteer staff writer for The…