Hannah Matson
WUSF/USF Zimmerman Rush Family Radio News internSince I was young, I’ve had a deep heart for people — their stories, their struggles, and the things that often go unheard. I’ve always believed journalism should be more than headlines; it should be a way to bring truth to light, to uplift voices that are too often silenced, and to create space for transparency in media.
At 17, I was driven by a passion to learn and a desire to connect. I didn’t have all the answers, but I knew how to listen — and that, I quickly realized, was what mattered most.
Now, I’m a senior at the University of South Florida, majoring in mass communications with a concentration in broadcast news. I’ve worked as a news writer for The Oracle, USF’s student newspaper, and previously served as president of the university’s RTDNA chapter, where I helped other student journalists grow in confidence and skill.
As a WUSF intern, I’m excited to explore storytelling through radio, connect with people across the community, and continue using journalism to serve others and amplify the voices and stories that need to be heard.
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At a recent city commission meeting, senior planner Brandon Berry said the current law — which sets limits of 65 decibels during the day and 55 at night — fails in practice. -
Thanks to the success of the recent Stamp Out Hunger food drive, the shelves are full. But without enough hands to sort and hand out those donations, much of that food risks going unused. -
The court found the labor department exceeded its authority and violated requirements under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act when it suspended the program. -
To find the culprit, a team is deploying DNA-based tracking methods across four locations, including areas of Palma Sola Bay where horseback riding and swimming regularly occur. -
During the sessions, airport staff will give a brief presentation on the current phase of the project, but most of the time will be dedicated to open discussion. -
La expansión incluye cuatro de los quirófanos más grandes del hospital, diseñados para necesidades avanzadas de neurocirugía y ortopedia. -
The expansion includes four of the hospital’s largest operating rooms, which are designed for advanced neurosurgery and orthopedic needs. -
SpaceX, which has gained international recognition for its rocket launches and partnership with NASA, is expanding operations in Florida. -
USF launched its presidential search for its ninth president after Rhea Law announced in February that she would step down. Law was selected in 2022 through a search led by SP&A. -
Mission Roll Call, a nonprofit dedicated to veterans, is partnering with the Lightning Warriors Hockey Program and the Malone Family Foundation to host this year’s 22-hour-long hockey game.
