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Jackie Rivard

Professional Experience: 
 
   -Intern for WXIA-TV in Atlanta, GA;
    Intern for WBIR-TV in Knoxville, TN;
    Anchor/ Reporter/Producer for 'UT
    Today." A college news program
    which aired on WBIR-TV; Anchor /
    Reporter/ Executive Producer for
    WUTK-News, 90.3 The Rock in
    Knoxville, TN
News Philosophy: 
   
-Report a fair, accurate story that
    actually means something to the
    community.
Education: 
    -BS in Communications and Information with a major in Journalism
    and Electronic Media with a concentration in Television News at
    UT-Knoxville
Place of Birth: 
   
-Born in Atlanta, GA. My heart will always be in Marietta!
Hobbies/Interests/Community Involvement:
    -I have been dancing since I was three years-old.  Dancing is my
    passion. I've done it all: tap, jazz, ballet, pointe, hip-hop, etc.   And I
    have recently gotten involved with the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.
Family: 
    -My family is my everything.  My husband, Andrew. My mom is back in
    Marietta, GA.  I have three sisters.  Courtney lives in Oakland, CA.  Kristy
    lives in Marietta, and Victoria is in the 10th grade. My grandpa, George,
    lives with my family as well. I would not be who I am today without
    them. I miss them so much. 
Pets: 
    -I have a golden poodle, Maggie. She has more personality than any dog I
    have ever met.  She has a special place in my heart.  I also consider my
    mom's dog, Princess, as my own too.
Favorite Web Sites:
   
-tmz.com, eonline.com, facebook.com, cnn.com
Favorite Books and Movies:
    -The Bible, P.S. I Love You, Tuesdays with Morrie, Sushi for Beginners
    -Never Been Kissed, Can't Buy Me Move, Office Space
Likes Best About TN: 
   
-Definitely the people
Most Interesting Assignment: 
    -I did a story about fitness in the classroom and students were working
    out to Richard Simmons.  They were getting into so much that I just had
    to laugh.  They were so cute!
Favorite Quote: 
    "I would rather fail in attempting to achieve my highest purpose than aim
    for anything less." ~anonymous