Mary Elise DeCoursey

Brief Biography: I am a junior at MU, and a reporter for the Missourian. I was born and raised in New Orleans, and it is still my favorite place to be. In the spring, I will spend a semester abroad in London. My dad is an architect, and my mom is a midwife.

Hometown: New Orleans, La.

E-mail: medd36@mizzou.edu

Career Goals: Either to be a metro reporter for a newspaper, or a travel/lifestyles journalist for a magazine.

Why Journalism Interests Me: I enjoy taking on the role of a “watchdog” for the community. I believe that good journalism is essential for good government. I also just enjoy the chance to tell a story.

Other Interests: Football, traveling, cooking, and being outdoors.

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