[Journalists] backpacks are unprofessional?

[Cheryl Wade]

			Hi,

I would agree with your professor, although there are times when a 
pack certainly wouldn't hurt: an outdoor assignment in which you need 
a lot of cold-weather gear or other equipment.

I have a pack that goes around my waist and is fashionable although 
not dressy. I use that for "Saturday" assignments - coverage  of 
soapbox derbies and the fair and nature programs. I still, however, 
carry a purse or a small briefcase for official stuff.

Cheryl Wade