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<\/figure>When asked about his on-site reporting from Cincinnati during the football game between Western Carolina University and the University of Cincinnati, Ben Falasco stated, “Sitting up in the press box and writing game notes to being on the field and taking photos, it’s an experience I’ll never forget.”<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n
The publication plans to keep extending their game day coverage beyond football to include soccer coverage. Student reporters travel through their own transportation, and the Communication Department assists with travel expenses like gas and vehicle maintenance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This expansion for sports coverage benefits student reporters that are gaining hands-on media practice through the WCJ. Through their prominent platform, student journalists are showcasing WCU\u2019s vibrant athletic scene, which has previously received less media coverage. This initiative is further strengthening the Department of Communication\u2019s reputation by offering high-level professional experience and creating earned media value, ensuring that the department will keep expanding to create opportunities like these for future students. <\/p>\n\n\n\n