1. Studying Abroad -- Before the Decision
This is a topic I am familiar with throughout the last year or so. I was accepted into a program that would allow me to study in Australia during this current semester, but I backed out a couple of months prior to the deadline for multiple reasons, mostly because I didn't think I had the guts to leave home/family -- what is most comfortable to me -- for over four months. I have a lot of friends who have studied abroad, and I think an interesting angle would be to get into the minds of the subjects right before they make their official decision. I would want to know what stresses they are feeling, what anxieties arise, or what went into making such a big decision.
2. Radio -- Behind the Scenes
Ever since joining the radio station here at Pitt, I've been interested with the background of it, and what really goes into a certain show/production. What genres are they most entertained by and how do they think that will translate to the audience they are broadcasting to? There are some DJs who are really talented with just the myriad of songs/information they have at their disposal about their respective subjects. I think it would be pretty cool to go behind the scenes and watch what happens when they work -- a new sense that gets exercised since everything is blocked out except for sound. A new element would be introduced.
OK, you didn't ask me but I'll tell you:
ReplyDelete1. Go abroad. Don't write your class story about it but go abroad. Make yourself do it. You'll be glad you did, and you'll hate yourself if you don't. Just do it. Then the relief of having made the decision will come. Then get on the plane. Think of it as a character-building experience. You'll thank me someday.
2. I like this piece -- we've all wondered what goes on at a college radio station. Remember protagonist/character -- who is the story about? How are you going to tell the story? How will you structure it. Have fun with it.