Last summer APSE president Gerry Ahern called on every member of APSE to recruit and sponsor one college student as a member of our organization.
For a $25 fee, students gain access to the minds and events that will shape the future of sports journalism. Ahern also asked sponsoring editors to help help mentor the student as they prepare to enter the profession.
To sponsor a student member, go to http://apsportseditors.org/registration/
Several APSE members have answered the call. To recognize them and the new members they've brought into our organization, we'll be posting bios of the first wave of student members.
Today, meet a Marquette senior sponsored by the president himself.
Name: Michael LoCicero
College status: Senior journalism major, political science minor at Marquette University
Sponsoring member: Gerry Ahern, USA TODAY Sports
Experience: Three years working for the Marquette Tribune, the campus newspaper
How did you become interested in sports journalism? "I have always been passionate about sports and wanted to be a part of it in some capacity. I developed a love for writing in high school and hope sports journalism will be my profession for years to come."
What’s the most important thing you’ve learned? "It's not always pertinent to be first, but to be accurate."
Dream job? "Chicago Cubs beat writer."
Interests/hobbies/activities: "I am an avid golfer and play as many rounds as I can when the weather permits. I also enjoy going to concerts, spending time with friends and family and going to Brewers games."
Michael’s work appears on: http://marquettetribune.org/author/michaellocicero/
Follow Michael on Twitter @michaellocicero
