What I learned in this class:

I have gained a lot out of the class; however, it has definitely helped me improved my news writing more than anything else. It may seem self explanatory, as the class is entitled, 'Writing for Mass Media,' but I understand the structure and meaning of a well written news article far more than I did prior to taking the course. Moreover, the class has taught me a large amount of simple grammatical errors that I have been making throughout my career as a writer, therefore improving my general writing ability as well. Although this may be the cliche response, the course truly did help me develop into a better writer and student. On a side note, the field trip to the WPRI-TV station really helped me get a feel for the newsroom, which I hope to be one day be employed in.