The envelope please (drum roll)…Nick’s 2009 MCOM 258 beat is Localvore, or is it Locavore. Apparently, there exists a difference of opinion on the spelling of this new subculture, but the means to the end is the same. For the record, my beat is Locavores and will use the Locavore spelling because this is the spelling that dictionary.com and the Oxford American Dictionary - which chose Locavore as the 2007 Word of the Year – designate as the formal spelling.
What exactly is a Locavore? According to dictionary.com, the formal definition is “a person who attempt to eat only foods grown locally.” My beat will focus on the Locavore methodology; basically, the underlying principles and rules for this dietary lifestyle. I will also profile one or more Locavores, local farmer(s), and hopefully, a restaurant owner or manager that run their restaurant according to Locavore principles.
In the end, my goal is to educate readers about Locavores and the many aspects involved in sustaining this lifestyle. Hopefully, this will lend readers the ability to make an informed decision as to whether the Locavore lifestyle is the right choice for them and their families.
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Intro
My name is Nick Hirnickel. I am a Mass Comm (Journalism & New Media track) major at Towson U. I am a full time student and also work full time as a research analyst at a competitive intelligence consulting firm.
During this crash course summer semester I hope to extend the knowledge I gained in MCOM 257. I also want to refine my interview skills. I tend to zone out after I pose questions to an interviewee. It wouldn't be the first time I have been accused of selective listening.
During this crash course summer semester I hope to extend the knowledge I gained in MCOM 257. I also want to refine my interview skills. I tend to zone out after I pose questions to an interviewee. It wouldn't be the first time I have been accused of selective listening.
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