Spring 2026
Journalism: The Art of Profiles
Every person has a story to tell, and profile writing is an invitation to share those stories with the world. In this journey, mentors and mentees explore how to establish trust and rapport with their subjects, conduct interviews with mutual respect, and present a friendly, welcoming demeanor while maintaining the role as the writer—not a friend or confidante. Unlike traditional approaches that focus solely on extracting details for the reader, this course emphasizes a holistic perspective that honors the reader, the writer, and the subject. Participants will practice structuring interviews, managing the flow of conversation, knowing when to push back against the profile subject, and using their own experiences as a guide to create compelling, thoughtful profiles.
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- JOURNEY REQUIREMENTS
- Cycle(s) 1 Cycle (3 months, March 1 – May 31)
- Time Commitment 3 hours per month
- Journey Meetings See dates listed further down on this page.
- Mentoring Have at least 2 pair sessions per month
- Journey Project Write and publish a profile for Life@GWN
Learning Objectives
Journalism: The Art of Profiles Community Experiences
Participants are required to attend one Journey Live Meetings each month throughout the cycle. Additionally, you can schedule 1:1 office hours with the Journey Instructor for individual assistance as needed.
Journey Meetings:
- Saturday, March 7, 2026, 2-4 pm ET
- Saturday, April 11, 2026, 2-4 pm ET
- Saturday, May 2, 2026, 2-4 pm ET
If you’re unable to attend a Journey meeting, you must notify your Staff Lead in advance and attend a community event to make up for it—strongly recommended options for this journey include Leadership Community Studios, Community Conversations, and Career Chats.
Journalism: The Art of Profiles Courses
Journalism: The Art of Profiles
This course focuses on providing participants with strategies and tools to successfully conduct interviews and write compelling profiles. It covers topics such as interview structure, managing relationships with your subjects, and the nuts and bolts of writing a profile.
Journalism: The Art of Profiles Mentoring
Mentees and mentors in the Journalism: The Art of Profiles Journey will be matched for a minimum of one cycle. Pairs will meet for at least two hour-long sessions each month. This journey is open to both mentor/mentee pairs and peer-to-peer pairs.
Journey Teaching Artist
Journalism 360
Journeys in the Journalism 360 Adventure focus on building skills to investigate, analyze, and write about world events. It is recommended for mentees and mentors who want to embrace journalistic integrity.
Journalism: The Art of Profiles is a Journey in the Journalism 360 Adventure.
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