Last week my articles explored some of the hidden gems at BYU. Please enjoy!
First, I went to the free movie night at the library. The people were great--some people attend that event religiously, there were some professors, and a random crew of students looking for cheap dates, and it was fun to chat with them. The director was great, too. He really made it quite the evening. He told me that in 14 years they had never had a reporter attend, but I was welcome. Then he emailed me some lovely film stills from Special Collections to use in my story.
Next, I attended a lecture for the Kennedy Center. I was surprised by how many people I knew were there--I guess geeks for history, religion, and politics flock together!
And of course, the Life, the Universe, and Everything symposium. Don't panic! I learned about how to write a politically correct "damsel in distress," which has to be an important life skill. Also, did you know that the reason female superheroes always win in the movies is that violence against women automatically gives a film an R-rating. So if you want mainstream audiences, you have to let the girls win. Interesting.
First, I went to the free movie night at the library. The people were great--some people attend that event religiously, there were some professors, and a random crew of students looking for cheap dates, and it was fun to chat with them. The director was great, too. He really made it quite the evening. He told me that in 14 years they had never had a reporter attend, but I was welcome. Then he emailed me some lovely film stills from Special Collections to use in my story.
Next, I attended a lecture for the Kennedy Center. I was surprised by how many people I knew were there--I guess geeks for history, religion, and politics flock together!
And of course, the Life, the Universe, and Everything symposium. Don't panic! I learned about how to write a politically correct "damsel in distress," which has to be an important life skill. Also, did you know that the reason female superheroes always win in the movies is that violence against women automatically gives a film an R-rating. So if you want mainstream audiences, you have to let the girls win. Interesting.
Great job! I continue to enjoy seeing your articles!
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