DSU students explore newsroom careers during 6ABC visit
A group of Delaware State University students recently stepped inside a working newsroom, gaining firsthand insight into the fast-paced world of broadcast journalism during a visit to WPVI-TV 6ABC in Philadelphia.
The visit, coordinated through the University’s Office of Career Services in collaboration with the Mass Communications Department, brought students to the station for an immersive, behind-the-scenes experience. Throughout the day, students engaged with professionals working both in front of and behind the camera, participated in panel discussions, toured the facility, and connected with team members.
The experience offered students a closer look at the level of coordination, precision, and teamwork required to produce news each day.
“6ABC truly rolled out the red carpet and created an intentional, impactful experience for our site visit,” said Christian Mills, Career Coach in the Office of Career Services. “Students heard from professionals both in front of and behind the camera through engaging panels, connected with team members over lunch, and toured the facility. It was an incredible and valuable experience for our students.”
One of the most meaningful takeaways for students was representation. Many noted how impactful it was to see professionals who looked like them leading both on-air and behind-the-scenes roles.
“When asked about what stuck out to them the most, one of the recurring themes was seeing professionals in front of the camera and leading teams behind the camera that looked like them,” Mills added. “They left empowered that not only can they see it, they can be it.”
For Reianna Bullock, a freshman mass communications major with a concentration in digital media, the visit marked her first time inside a newsroom.
“Visiting 6ABC was an eye-opening experience because it gave me my first chance to step inside a real newsroom and see a TV set up close,” Bullock said. “Watching how much dedication, teamwork, and behind-the-scenes effort goes into producing a story gave me a deeper appreciation for the news industry. It was especially inspiring to see so many Black professionals in that environment, and it made me even more motivated to pursue a career in media.”
The visit also held special meaning for Aaminah S. Foye, a 2021 alumna who now serves as a Career Pathways Specialist in the Office of Career Services while pursuing her master’s degree in digital communications at DSU.
“As an alumna of Delaware State University, it has been incredibly rewarding to return in a different capacity to support and guide students during this experience,” Foye said. “Visiting 6ABC gave them a firsthand look at the energy, precision, and collaboration that defines a real newsroom, which is an experience that allows them to fully immerse themselves in the environment outside of the classroom. Moments like this are impactful because it allows our students to see what is possible for themselves. I am genuinely excited to continue watching them grow and thrive in their future careers.”
The impact of the visit extended beyond the day itself, as the group’s experience was also featured during a recent 6ABC broadcast, highlighting the continued connection between the university and industry partners.