
UD alum Dana Arschin is currently studying Broadcast Journalism at the New York Institute of Technology.
Former UD student Dana Arschin is heading towards success in the newsroom. The accomplished graduate, who is pursuing a Master’s degree in Broadcast Journalism at the New York Institute of Technology, has several pieces of advice for young professionals.
First, gain experience through internships; it could change your life. Dana, who double majored in Interpersonal Communication and Spanish Studies at UD, earned the opportunity to intern at NBC during the summer before her junior year. After that summer, she was destined to become a reporter. That passion was fueled by other internships with NBC 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, News 12 Long Island, and News 12 The Bronx.
Second, seek out mentors; they can teach invaluable lessons. During her internship with NBC, Dana shadowed Long Island NBC correspondent Greg Cergol. He proved to be an extremely influential teacher, and taught her what it was to be a news reporter. After realizing her career ambitions, she learned that what she lacked in experience she made up for in determination to gain knowledge from practiced professors in broadcast journalism.
Dana already has future career plans after graduate school, and is looking forward to the exciting prospects in the newsroom. To learn more about Dana, visit her personal webpage.
Reporting by Erin Kent