Rory Gilmore is the quintessential good girl. She is also an icon for girls who want to be journalists. Here is how to be a journalism major, according to Rory Gilmore.

1. Coffee over everything.

If you need a to get through an assignment, need a pick me up after class, or you just can't function without it, coffee is the answer. It basically is part of your hand.

2. Always keep up with the news.

It is important to know what is happening at home and around the world. Be in the know.

3. Read. All the time.

To be a journalist, you need to like to read. It is as important as writing, so start that reading list.

4. Have role models.

Rory loved Christine Amanpour. She was her idol. Be like Rory and look up to the best.

5. Being fully awake is hard.

This is why coffee is so important.

6. Don't stand for bad grammar.

People should know the proper usage of who and whom, especially when around a writer .

7. Make lists to keep yourself organized.

It is a good way to be on track.

8. Along those lines, be prepared to have a lot of work to do.

Pretty much sums it up.

9. But don't forget to have fun.

Journalism is a hard business, but that doesn't mean you have to be a hard person. Take time for you.

10. Most importantly: Be passionate.

Go for your dreams and don't let anyone hold you back.

Journalism may be hard, but we love it and find it rewarding! Go for your dreams.