James Maloney ‘24 | Politics major
Some of the most interesting conversations I had [at Saint Anselm] were outside the classroom. Take advantage of the political opportunities that Saint Anselm has to offer.
Politics major James Maloney ’24 embraced the unique opportunities he has as a Kevin B. Harrington Student Ambassador at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics (NHIOP.) As a student, Maloney was selected for the John DiStaso Political Fellowship, earning him a one-semester role at Hearst ABC affiliate WMUR-TV in Manchester, New Hampshire. These experiences at Saint Anselm College led Maloney to a vibrant career in multimedia journalism where he landed a full-time role at NBC5.
What made you choose Saint Anselm?
I chose Saint Anselm because the campus really spoke to me and the NHIOP politics program was really cool. The opportunities it held was a great draw.
As a former Kevin B. Harrington Student Ambassador, what was the best part?
The VideoLink Broadcast Studio was one of the best things about being an ambassador. I got to meet some notable people and with nationally known news networks. I also got to know people on the air, which made me feel like I was working for a big news company.
Why did you apply to be an ambassador?
I heard about it from an upperclassman. He spoke about how it was a great way to get involved politically, so I applied with a couple other of my friends.
What advice would you give to prospective students hoping to be an ambassador?
If you want to apply, don’t wait! Take advantage of the political opportunities that Saint Anselm has to offer. You don’t need to be an ambassador to get involved, but if you try your best to [immerse yourself in experiences] as soon as possible, they will better inform your liberal arts education.
While on campus, you were heavily involved with a podcast titled All Hours. Could you share a bit about that?
All Hours was a podcast entirely produced by the ambassadors. It shared events, announcements, and what the ambassadors were up to. I even hosted a couple. A great part of the show was the last segment: debate topics. It was interesting to see both sides of the argument, which is important in this day and age. We should always aim to be open-minded.
What was your career goal as a student and where are you today?
I really wanted to be a reporter or television news anchor, specifically in the morning. Today I am a multimedia journalist for NBC5 in Vermont who builds credible sources in Rutland's community for interviews and information on newsworthy stories. I produce engaging news packages daily on deadline through writing, editing, and gathering video. I also pitch news stories each morning while taking suggestions from colleagues on planning and execution.