Field Notes
My Trip to Ghana
Reporting, observing, and learning inside a newsroom in Accra during the months leading up to Ghana’s presidential election, where the pace of daily coverage revealed how place and context shape the stories we tell.
During the Media in Ghana program at the University of Oregon, I worked with The Daily Guide Newspaper, one of the leading publications in Accra. The experience gave me a closer look at how a newsroom responds to the details that shape a country’s political moment.
My internship took place in the months leading up to Ghana’s presidential election, a period when every headline carried weight. Much of my work centered on political reporting, which required clarity, accuracy, and an understanding of how local context influences the way information is received.
Immersing myself in Ghana’s media environment taught me to pay attention to the details that guide how political stories are framed and understood.
Adjusting to a different editorial style challenged me at first, but it strengthened my ability to communicate across cultures and helped me see how newsroom routines reflect the values of the communities they serve.
Working alongside Ghanaian journalists broadened my perspective on reporting and reinforced the importance of local knowledge, context, and responsible storytelling. It was a reminder that the smallest details often carry the most meaning.
Here is a small article by me about the research fair at the University of Oregon, 2024.
Below is an audio piece about the student worker protest in Eugene in the Spring of 2025.