Alexandra Dresner
News InternMy name is Alex Dresner and I am a senior at Florida State University, pursuing a degree in Media and Communication Studies. I am an aspiring reporter, specifically intrigued by criminal news broadcasting. If I'm not reading up on current events or writing creative stories, you can probably find me shopping at the mall!
I have always been deeply passionate about creative writing, but it wasn't until I had the opportunity to become the weather girl on my high school's daily news program that I fell in love with media broadcasting. From writing punny scripts and skits, keeping up with trending news stories, and editing raw footage into meaningful stories, I am striving to reach my goal of becoming a powerhouse news anchor.
I am part of the News and Continuity department at FSU's student-run radio station, WVFS Tallahassee, in which I have been able to learn from my peers about the behind-the-scenes of news production, along with reporting live on hard news stories of my choosing. I was introduced to WFSU when I had the opportunity to perform as an entertainment reporter for FSU's Seminole Showcase.
Once I heard that WFSU was looking for interns, I knew I would do whatever it took to learn from the best. I am so thrilled to be an intern for WFSU and I hope to absorb knowledge and become a well-versed reporter with real-life experience. I am incredibly grateful to have the opportunity to work with such talented and successful individuals in the field. WFSU, I am so ready to learn, bring it on!
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Florida State University administrators are concerned about a spate of incidents related to drink spiking. Most of those incidents have occurred mainly around fraternities, which has raised alarm among many women on campus. -
Hurricane season officially ends on November 30, however, recovery efforts are still underway. This year Hurricane Idalia caused an estimated $3-to-5-billion in losses when it crashed into the Big Bend at the end of August. Now, residents are looking to the legislature for more help during the upcoming session. -
Students groups are advocating change in several areas to benefit student life. It's part of the Florida State University College of Social Work Macro Mingle event. -
Over the summer Florida saw a rising number of excessive heat warnings, and experts say those high temperatures are likely to continue—in some cases putting people’s health at risk. -
Florida State University’s School of Theater is shining the spotlight on empowerment in the workplace through its version of the 1980s musical 9 to 5. Many of the themes of the workplace musical still resonate today. -
With the next legislative session coming up in January, the LGBTQ+ community in Florida is worried they could be targeted again. During the last legislative session, the state limited discussions on gender and sexuality in public school classrooms. It also placed limits on gender-affirming medical care and has tried to restrict certain types of drag performances some lawmakers deem obscene. It's a climate that has many in the LGBTQ+ community feeling afraid, but in Tallahassee, some see that fear as a reason to rally together. -
A Tallahassee jury has returned a guilty verdict against Charlie Adelson. He was charged with three felonies for the 2014 murder of Florida State University Law Professor, Dan Markel. -
Ruth Markel is not only a mother, but an advocate and survivor. By sharing her story with the world, she hopes to spread knowledge and comfort to other survivors -
Thursday's victory is the 28th consecutive win at home for the Lady Noles when they are ranked No. 1 -
Florida State University hopes to highlight its research and innovation with a new Discovery Days program. The week-long event includes workshops, seminars, and a shark tank-style competition.