You wouldn’t imagine a guy from the New York Times being so down to Earth.
As an aspiring journalist, who would one day like to have a job as prestigious as the New York Times, I thought it was interesting to meet someone who has one of those dream jobs.
Joe Drape is not only a NY Times reporter and bestselling author, but he is also an all-around good guy, which is probably why his book on the Smith Center Redmen turned out so well.
Drape stopped by our sports journalism class to talk about his book, “Our Boys: A perfect season on the plains with the Smith Center Redmen.”
Although the title of the book leaves very little to the imagination, Drape’s insight on the nine months he spent of living in the middle of nowhere was interesting.
You wouldn’t imagine someone who resides in New York City would fit is so well in a town of 2,000 people, but Drape seemed to make himself at home.
What made his book interesting was his personal connection with all the characters. The genuine personality that came through in his book was reinforced with his visit to class.
His interest in the topic and ability to listen carefully created an extraordinary and unique portrayal of small town Kansas life.
I could tell he was a great writer by the questions he asked our class. He listens well, which is one of the best attributes a reporter can have.
His visit was truly inspiring for anyone who wants to one day take a stab at be a journalist for a living.
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