STA Broadcast Journalism Students Go Behind the Scenes at NBC Studios

On Tuesday, April 14, students in St. Thomas Aquinas High School’s Broadcast Journalism program had the opportunity to visit NBC Studios for a private, behind-the-scenes tour.

Arranged by faculty member Mr. Vincenzo Dama, the visit was led by two NBC pages and gave students an inside look at the fast-paced world of professional broadcasting. Throughout the tour, students explored studio spaces and gained insight into the production of major programs such as Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

The highlight of the experience came inside the NBC newsroom, where students observed operations in real time. Several media professionals took time to speak with the group, offering perspective on their roles and career paths. Students met individuals across a range of positions, including an on-field photojournalist, assignment coordinators, and broadcasters such as weather forecaster Dave Price and lead anchor Adam Kuperstein.

During these conversations, Price emphasized the value of the skills students are developing in the classroom and encouraged them to recognize how those lessons apply across careers. He also spoke about the responsibility of delivering truth to the public and highlighted the many professionals who work behind the scenes to produce a newscast.

The visit left a strong impression on students and reinforced the connection between classroom learning and real-world journalism practices.

“It was very shocking to see the sets in real time. Since I was a kid, I never thought I would see the people or the places that I would see on TV every day,” said Jonah Fennell-Powell ’26.

Katerina Xon ’26 added, “Touring NBC Studios was an unforgettable experience where I was able to see the professional side of what I learned in the broadcast journalism class. Walking through the studios and having NBC anchors and reporters stop to talk to us gave us a real sense of what it’s like to work in broadcast journalism. This opportunity was inspiring for the class’s future in media.”

From the classroom to one of the nation’s leading newsrooms, the visit reflects how STA continues to bring learning to life. Experiences like this deepen students’ understanding and help them envision future pathways, a reflection of the One Trojan Family. To learn more about STA's Academic Career- Drive Pathways, please read more here.