"The conference was a good blend of the concrete and inspirational. I came away with very specific tools to improve my reporting, and also much-needed inspiration to tackle investigative pieces while also 'feeding the beast.'"
- Sarah Rohrs, (Vallejo, Calif.) Times-Herald

"This was a great session — very insightful and well-organized. It presented a myriad of avenues to begin research for investigations."
- Selena Hernandez, WZVN-Fort Myers

"This was a fantastic introduction to investigations, and I begun to use what I learned starting the Monday after the workshop. I also came away with useful notes to share with others in the office, justifying my boss's decision to pay for my registration."
- Eugenie Reich, New Scientist

"This seminar was extremely well done. It was very professional, organized, and there was no wasted time or redundancy. It was important to hear the thought processes of successful journalists. It was eye opening to better understand the magnitude and importance of the census and how it can relate to our daily reporting. Most importantly, it was a powerful reminder (even for one who has been in the business three decades) of why we do what we do."
- Angela Hill, WWL-New Orleans

"All of the presenters were excellent. They came from very different perspectives, showing there's not just one right way to get the job done...great for making the point that we aren't looking for cookie cutter journalism."
- Christine Haines, Herald-Standard

"I expected to learn how to improve the depth of my daily stories. I think I learned how to do so and then some. Some of the sneakier businesses in my coverage area are going to regret that I went to that workshop!"
- Susan Schwartz, reporter, Press Enterprise; Pennsylvania Sunshine Chair, SPJ

"All of the speakers were fantastic and accessible; entertaining and thorough."
- Laura Giovanelli, The York Dispatch

"Actually, I thought the Saturday workshop would be a 'refresher,' but I was pleasantly surprised and picked up a handful of valuable tips. Even parts that were refreshers for me were fun and reminded me why and how much I love my job."
- Jordan Smith, The Austin Chronicle

"This was a great workshop - it made me want to go out and work on a new story right away! Any day-long seminar that pulls you out of the rut is well worth it."
- Erin Keck, The Daily Texan

"I filled a notebook of interesting and useful information."
- Amy O'Bryant, California State University, SPJ

"Inspiration was the key takeaway!"
- Andrew Galvin, The Orange County Register

"An awesome seminar; I could go to every one and learn something new every time."
- Monica Pardee, California State University-Long Beach

"We are very lucky as journalists to have an organization like IRE out there, helping us act as 'better watchdogs.'"
- Tracy Everson, News 12 Westchester

"I expected to learn about the basics of investigative reporting, and this seminar gave me a solid foundation upon which to work."
- Erin Shultz, The Spectrum

"My expectations were exceeded. Seeing veteran reporters alongside rookies and students was amazing. Everyone can still learn new techniques."
- David Winters, Greater Niagara Newspapers

"Great stuff here for little time and money. Excellent!"
- Sebby Wilson Jacobson, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle

"I was enlightened and motivated!"
- Carmen Winslow, The Montana Standard

"I was ecstatic that IRE brought the workshop to Montana - and don't be strangers, because we need the help."
- Mike McInally, Missoulian

"It was an excellent conference and a rare one for MT. We need more. I really enjoyed it and came away with lots of ideas. Thank you."
- Chuck Johnson, Lee Newspapers

"Great job! It was very helpful and I'm glad to see that it came to Montana."
- Jessica Wambach, University of Montana School of Journalism

"Overall, it was a very informative and enjoyable workshop. Speakers were to the point in providing useful information without digressing too far from the topic at hand."
- Marcus Hibdon, Lone Peak Lookout

"All reporters and editors can benefit from the information presented during the seminars."
- Eve Byron, Independent Record

"My expectations included learning more about finding sources of documents and FOIA issues. My expectations were exceeded by both the presentations and information provided."
- Shawn White Wolf, Independent Record

"The tools and resources I gained will be very useful."
- Caroline Julian, KITV-Honolulu

"Thanks for coming and providing such worthwhile information. You've helped improve the journalism industry here I'm sure."
- Jay McWilliams, Hawaii Reporter.com

"Great job! There was a great deal of information delivered plus an emphasis on ethics and integrity. This renewed my interest in the profession; great burnout antidote."
- Kathy Titchen, Freelance

"Every journalist should spend time to hone their investigative techniques."
- Jim McCoy, University of Hawaii

"The workshop not only educated me; it also inspired me to do several stories."
- Louise Kim McCoy, KGMB-Honolulu

"My expectations were exceeded."
- Christian Hall, University of Hawaii Journalism Dept.