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Did David Simon go to school for journalism?
In 1983, David Simon graduated from the University of Maryland, College Park. While at college he wrote and was Editor for The Diamondback school paper.
What was David Simon's first experience with journalism?
Upon leaving college, David Simon worked as a police reporter at The Baltimore Sun from 1982 to 1995.
What was David Simon's next job after The Baltimore Sun?
In 1988, disillusioned, David Simon took a year's leave to go into the Baltimore Police Department Homicide Unit to write a book.
What was David Simon's next journalism experience after 1988?
After his first book, David Simon worked in television.

Question: Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?
Self-contained rewrite: Are there any other interesting aspects about David Simon?