As I walked across that stage at graduation in the Holmes Center and shook Chancellor Peacock's hand over a year ago, I never would have imagined the position I am in today. Well, that's not entirely true. I did imagine that I would for sure have a job, preferably within driving distance of Salisbury.
That thing called reality bit me in the butt fairly hard. After graduation, I methodically browsed job sites, and very casually would apply somewhere every once in a while. I soon realized that process was not going to get me anywhere, and through persistence and help of others, I have finally gotten a job. While it is a huge relief to say the least, I am mostly excited to be getting my career jump-started in journalism.
Why yes, journalism you say is a risky business to be in, but, it's a business I want to be in. There's nothing like seeing your name and copy in print and the thrill it brings to me is worth the low salary. Being a journalist is not about the money. You get to meet sometimes famous individuals, and a lot of times, just plain ordinary folk that can find a way to impact your life in unimaginable ways. I do foresee potential roadblocks, but I feel prepared to face these challenges.
As I make this transition in my life, and my transition to Burlington, I want to thank anyone that has ever helped me along the way. Whether that be professors, various editors, colleagues, friends, parents, relatives, and peers. You have helped me reach my goal. While this career may or may not be long-term, today I am satisfied to be where I am and I know that God has chosen this path for me to follow.
“Generally speaking, the best people nowadays go into journalism, the second best into business, the rubbish into politics and the shits into law”
-Auberon Waugh
