News Editor
Hometown: Salt Rock, WV
Major: Political Science & Journalism
Year: Sophomore
Post-Grad Plans: News Reporting, Political Analysis, or Law.
Biography:
My name is Alyson Messinger, but my close friends call me Al. I’m a sophomore double majoring in Political Science and Journalism. I started out as a volunteer at WMUL last semester, but immediately fell in love with the work. In my free time I love reading and watching Cubs baseball!
Station Stuff
Programs: NewsCenter88, Weekend Recap
Favorite Station Memory: When Shane said Pissburgh, WV during news
Staffs: News
Been on the Board Since: First Semester!
Advice for Newcomers: Do not be afraid to ask questions. Everyone around you has been where you are, and they’re learning more everyday.
Favorite Song Played at the Station: Remembering Sunday
– All Time Low
The Less Serious List
Favorite Movies: Goodfellas, Marriage Story, Se7en
Favorite Shows: Supernatural, Parks and Recreation
Favorite Sports: Baseball
Favorite Books: A Court of Silver Flames – Sarah J. Maas, Iron Flame – Rebecca Yarros
Favorite Artists/Bands: Sturgil Simpson, Fall Out Boy, Tyler Childers
Favorite Album: Folie a Deux – Fall Out Boy
What Song Describes Your Life: It’s a Great Day to Be Alive – Travis Tritt
Favorite Pastime: Read, rewatch the 2016 world series, spend time with my friends
