Lyssa Goldberg
University of Miami
Lyssa is a NGJ College Reporter and a sophomore at the University of Miami, where she is studying journalism and political science. She is assistant editor of her school's student newspaper, The Miami Hurricane. She also writes for Distraction, the student lifestyle magazine.
Young Voters: Becoming More Politically Engaged
October 29, 2012
I’ve found myself willingly listening to NPR during morning drives to school, getting excited about presidential debates, and keeping a close eye on election-related current events.
5 Childhood TV Shows You Probably Forgot About
September 14, 2012
Sure, we’ll never forget the obvious ‘90s and early 21st century staples, like “Rugrats” and “Lizzie McGuire.“ But there is a mountain of lost TV show memories buried in the darkest depths of our minds as well.
Who Will TGP Winner Blake Jenner Play on Glee?
August 15, 2012
Now that the second season of The Glee Project has a winner, who can we expect to see Blake Jenner play in the upcoming season of Glee?
Personalizing Your Dorm Room: A NextGen Guide
August 6, 2012
Unsure of what to bring to college to make your dorm room stand out? NGJ's Lyssa Goldberg offers helpful tips and advice for incoming freshmen from current college students.
A Head Start: The Early College Program Experience
July 13, 2012
Early college programs offer high school seniors the opportunity to both complete their high school education and dive into their college course load. NGJ's Lyssa Goldberg interviews a few alumni of these hidden gems.
Community College: An Economical Choice
July 5, 2012
Searching for a way to afford a college education during a downtrodden economy, some students choose to attend community college before transferring to a four-year university as a more reasonably priced option. NGJ's Lyssa Goldberg weighs the pros and cons.
Degrees That Aren’t Worth The Money
June 28, 2012
According to a recent Georgetown study, social work, elementary education, drama, family and consumer studies, and anthropology are just a few of the fields in which starting salaries are below the average yearly cost of attending college. Are students worried?
Hookah Use: A Rising College Trend
June 11, 2012
Though smoking hookah has been around for centuries, hookah use is on the rise amongst college-age Americans, with 1 in 3 having tried the cigarette alternative. NGJ's Lyssa Goldberg reports on the fad.
