Prof KRG

A practical resource for student journalists.

Are You Setting the Right Tone in Your Newsroom?

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I rushed to my office and dropped my bags while I tried to find the key to the door. I sighed audibly as I pushed the door open with my rain-soaked shoe. I wasn't prepared for the morning downpour, and my shoes were ruined. I sighed loudly again as I dumped my bags and travel mug on my desk and started up my computer. Waking up late and ridiculous … [Read more...]

Lessons from #EditorTherapy on Anonymous Sources

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It seems almost inevitable. At some point during your journalism career you will receive information from a source that wants to remain anonymous. Sometimes the information provided anonymously is of critical importance and there seems to be no other way to get it. Sometimes the safety of the source is in jeopardy if they are tied to the … [Read more...]

10 Things Professors Do that Annoy Students

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Professors may be experts, but we’re certainly not perfect. Being vague about criteria for course success, using obnoxious fonts, playing favorites, and not acknowledging students are just some of the irritating things professors do. This post is the flip side to 11 Ways to Tick Off Your Professors. Here are the 10 things professors do that … [Read more...]

11 Ways to Tick Off Your Professors

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My late stepfather used to say that anytime you get a new boss, you should ask what his or her greatest pet peeve is, then never do that thing. I’ve relayed the story to many students. I’ve even used it as a lead-in to discuss some of my own pet peeves. Years ago I started using it to help students succeed in my classes and others. Trust me, … [Read more...]