Dear reader,

Before syracuse.com | The Post-Standard sports reporter Chris Carlson joined our team 12 years ago, he was on the verge of quitting the business to become a history teacher. Fortunately, SU alum and former Post-Standard reporter Pete Thamel recommended Chris for our opening. We’re all so glad Chris decided to stick with journalism, as he has become one of our most insightful and decorated members of the sports team. While Chris covers all local sports, he’s immersed in Syracuse football right now, so I thought this would be a great time to let readers get to know him better in this month’s Journalist Spotlight. Below is a copy of my Q&A with Chris:

Trish: How did you initially get into journalism and when did you know you wanted to do it for a career?

Chris: I grew up rea

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