Angela Robinson veteran and Emmy award-winning broadcast journalist is the current host and producer of the award-winning News and Public Affairs Talk Show, “In Contact.”

“In Contact,” is a news and public affairs talk show that airs on Atlanta’s PBS station, WPBA.

Produced by the Atlanta Association of Black Journalists, “In Contact,” delivers topics and discussions from an African American perspective.

Robinson shared personal experiences about being an African American woman in the media with Eastern’s campus while visiting in February.

Robinson said black women in the media constantly face dilemmas of not being the ideal “type” for producers.

They wanted me to change my name, change my hair, I wasn’t black enough, I was too black, I’m not white enough, I’m too white, it’s always a consistent issue,” she said.

Robinson said people of color must work harder and prove themselves constantly.

“If you do the work and work hard in this industry you do not have to relinquish who you are,” she said.

Robinson said never minimize what you bring to the table; maximize what you are and what you bring the table.

Robinson a graduate of Syracuse University was awarded the Chancellor’s Citation from Syracuse University for a distinguished achievement in journalism.

Robinson said when in college and preparing for the real world, students should never put themselves in a place where they’re not ready.

“Understand what is for you, is for you, not anyone else,” she said.

Robinson said if a student does their part, things will come together.

Having a humble attitude and personality, good will come to you,” she said.

Robinson said because of her support system she was able to make it this far.

“I have had a great supportive village to push, encourage, and put me in my place, no matter what I wanted to do,” she said.

Robinson said she has always been driven by faith.

“If I had nothing else, I always had my Jesus,” she said.

Robinson has several different awards and honors and is also a member of the National Association of Black Journalists’ Regional Hall of Fame.

Despite all of the achievements and awards Robinson said she still has big things to accomplish.

“My journey is not over yet, I keep myself open and listen to the higher power that has guided me through my course,” she said.

Rashida Lyles-Cowan can be reached at 581-7942 or at rnlylescowan@eiu.edu.

Angela Robinson came to speak at Eastern in February. She is broadcast journalist in Atlanta. (Courtesy Photo)

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