Training

News Writing

Writing is the backbone of a newspaper, and news is the primary source for Herald content. Because of this, it’s essential for writers to know the basics of what makes a strong article. Check out these links to learn about being a news reporter. News Writing News Writing Basics (Journalist’s Resource) Writing Tips Inverted Pyramid

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Web Publishing

Our website, wkuherald.com, uses the content management system TownNews’s Blox CMS. To gain access to publishing on TownNews, please see Carrie for an account. To log into your account please visit their login page: https://admin-newyork1.bloxcms.com/ Publishing To learn more about publishing on the website please visit the Blox Training Quick Start Guide: There you will find information… Read More Web Publishing

Training

Photojournalism

The primary role of a College Heights Herald photojournalist is to be a strong visual storyteller.  By photographing, editing, and presenting images in the Herald and on our website, we need you to tell a story in a way that no one else in our community can. From photographing greek events, to WKU sports, to breaking… Read More Photojournalism

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Design

No matter how good a newspaper’s content is, it won’t matter if reader’s aren’t enticed to pick up a copy. Designers are an integral part of every staff who help boost circulation with an informative and creative layout. Check out these links to learn about being a designer. Designing An introduction to news design (SchoolJournalism.org)… Read More Design

Training

Ethics

WHY ETHICS? As a member of the staff of the College Heights Herald and WKU Talisman, you are expected to follow a code of ethics that should be considered when making reporting decisions. Inevitably you will face situations where you have to make a decision and here are some resources to help you along. Student… Read More Ethics