ANNOUNCEMENTS

Work for the Minnesota Daily!
The Minnesota Daily is seeking an experienced, talented writer for the staff reporter position. The reporter works with an editor to develop stories, interviews sources and writes 2-3 stories a week. The work load is up to 30 hours a week. Previous writing experience or publication is preferred but not required. To apply, please visit www.mndaily.com/jobs or stop at the Daily offices to fill out an application. The position closes Tuesday, Feb. 12 at 5 p.m.

SPH Public Service Announcement Contest
The University of Minnesota School of Public Health is sponsoring a filmmaking public service announcement contest in conjunction with its National Public Health Week Film Festival (April 7-11, 2008). Anyone is eligible and is encouraged to submit a 30-second public service announcement in any format (as long as it can become digital video) illustrating the public health message of their choice. Entrants have a chance to receive a $500 first-place prize and recognition on a global scale. If you have any questions regarding this contest, please visit www.sph.umn.edu/psa or email film@umn.edu.

Picture Power Now! Student Photography Invitational
Deadline: Friday, March 14
Exhibit: March 24 - April 20

Whether you're feeling powerful or powerless or somewhere in between, you have a vision of how power works today in American society. Snap a photo of how you think power is represented visually and have your image displayed on screen at the Weisman. In addition, you will automatically have your name entered in a drawing for numerous prizes.

Submissions should be e-mailed to Ashley Gauster (gaust009@umn.edu), MacKenzie Duffy (duff0140@umn.edu) or Katie Rodgers (rodge073@umn.edu). E-mail should include student's name, major and year in school.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS & OTHER NEWS

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ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES

Hearst Journalism Award
Professional Journalism track students are encouraged to participate in the 2006-2007 Hearst Journalism writing, photojournalism and broadcast news competitions. All entries must have been “published” or “broadcast” within the last year. Monthly scholarships will be awarded ranging from $500-2,000 to top entries. All finalists will compete in the National Championship Finals for additional scholarship awards ranging from $1,500-5,000. For more information visit: http://www.hearstfdn.org/hearst_journalism/index.php.  We will announce internal deadlines as they approach.

Get paid for your research ideas!
The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) provides grants of up to $1,700 for undergraduate students either to carry out a project of the student's own design in close collaboration with a faculty sponsor or work with a faculty member on her/his scholarly or creative project.  Over 5,000 students and faculty across the University have already discovered the benefits of these hands-on research opportunities in laboratories, studios, libraries, and field sites. Participating students have developed detailed knowledge of research methods while their faculty sponsors have gained the assistance of enthusiastic and capable students. To find out more about the application process, visit http://www.research.umn.edu/undergraduate/.

Study Abroad in Germany through DAAD
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is pleased to announce the launch of a new summer internship program in Berlin for American journalism students. Scholarships will be awarded to up to 20 students enrolled in a school of journalism or majoring in a journalism-related field and have at least "advanced intermediate" German language skills to take part in this structured 11-week study/internship program in Germany.  For the first six weeks, participants will expand their academic understanding of the politics, society and culture of Germany, and the country's current social conditions and media scene. Participants will do a week of project work with journalism students from the Independent States of the former Soviet Union and subsequently embark on an intensive four-week internship with a German newspaper, magazine or radio station.  The application deadline is February 15, 2008.  To find out about eligibility and the application requirements, please visit: www.daad.org/?p=internxchange

Careers in Law Forum
This event will be held in the Coffman Memorial Union Great Hall on Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at noon, break-out sessions begin at 2pm.  Come to this free event focused on all things law. From noon to 2 you can browse tables staffed by representatives of law schools and organizations that hire law-related positions. This is a great way to explore law schools or careers related to law. In addition to schools, participants include paralegal organizations, corrections, and law enforcement organizations. You can also gather information about law school tests, test prep centers, pre-law advising at the U of M, and the U of M Pre-Law Student Society.

Roy W. Howard National Collegiate Reporting Competition
The collegiate reporting competition awards nine aspiring journalists a 12-day guided study tour to Japan and South Korea, an area of special interest to Roy W. Howard. The competition, established in 1984 in cooperation with the Indiana University School of Journalism, honors the memory of the journalist who led Scripps Howard Newspapers from 1922-1953.  Deadline for entering the 2008 Roy W. Howard competition, open to collegiate journalists, is postmark Feb. 28, 2008. Click on 2008 rules and entry form for details. Winners will be announced March 17, and the trip will take place June 14-27, 2008.

Sunshine Week webcast explores government secrecy
 One of the features of Sunshine Week 2008 is a nationally webcast panel and discussion of freedom of information issues.  “Government Secrecy: Censoring Your Right to Know” will be satellite broadcast and webcast on Wednesday, March 19, Noon-1:30.  The Minnesota Coalition on Government Information (MnCOGI) will host a local site at the Minneapolis Telecommunications Network, 125 Main St SE in Minneapolis.  The MTN studios are in St. Anthony Main, just across the Mississippi from downtown Minneapolis.  Attendees are invited to stay after the webcast for a brief discussion of Minnesota access issues and a tour of the MTN facilities.  The webcast and discussion are free and open.  Reservations appreciated at mncogi@gmail.com.  Participants are welcome to pick up lunch at the local restaurants or brownbag.  For more information, visit www.mncogi.org.

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CAREER & NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

U of M Job and Internship Fair
The job fair will be Monday, February 25, 2008 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Minneapolis Convention Center, downtown Minneapolis. Come to the biggest student career fair in Minnesota! Nearly 200 organizations will be there recruiting for hundreds of jobs and internships. Check the Job Fair site to see which organizations are attending. The Fair is free and open to all U of M undergraduates, graduate students, and recent alumni. To register for it, go to www.umjobfair.org , where you'll also find preparation tips and info about free transportation.

Velocity Internship Program Open House
Martin|Williams would like the SJMC students to visit their agency for a half-day workshop. This is an opportunity for select students to learn about the various positions within the advertising industry.  Interested participants to RSVP soon, as space is limited. To attend, please contact Steve Renier at MWIntern@martinwilliams.com.  The open house will be held Friday, February 29 and Friday, March 7, 9:30 am to 2:00 pm at Martin|Williams Advertising, 60 South Sixth Street, Suite 2800, Minneapolis.

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JOB & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Are you an aspiring journalist, broadcaster, political satirist?
The Political Pundit competition is the first to launch in our Broadcasting Channel at http://broadcasting.projectbreakout.com and is all about providing emerging broadcasters, journalists, reporters and other students across the US and Canada with an opportunity to showcase their talents by submitting original video stating their point of views in regards to a electoral candidate or a political matter for the online universe to watch, enjoy and judge. Through online audience voting and judging by a panel of industry experts, Project Breakout will identify the next breakout talent in broadcasting. Contestants will be vying for the opportunity to serve as one of two Project Breakout field reporters (“webcast journalists”) during the 2008 Republican (September 1 – 4 in Minneapolis, Minnesota) and Democratic (August 25 – 28 in Denver, Colorado) National Conventions and each one will earn $2500 in cash. The competition entry period is Feb 11th – Apr 20th, 2008. Information available at www.projectbreakout.com.

Learn about new media in work study position
SJMC’s Institute for New Media Studies needs a work-study student to help with event coordination and execution, website maintenance, project support and general office duties. Preferred qualifications include: good organizational skills, an ability to work independently, and familiarity with MS Word, Powerpoint, and Excel. Occasional evening and weekend work needed. Contact: klose004@umn.edu or npaul@umn.edu

Job and Internship Fair
University of Minnesota, Job and internship fair is on Monday, February 25, 2008 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Minneapolis Convention Center, downtown Minneapolis www.umjobfair.org.  Come to the biggest student career fair in Minnesota! Nearly 200 organizations will be there recruiting for hundreds of jobs and internships. Check the Job Fair site to see which organizations are attending. The Fair is free and open to all U of M undergraduates, graduate students, and recent alumni. To register for it, go to www.umjobfair.org , where you'll also find preparation tips and info about free transportation. BONUS: If you register and attend, you could win great prizes!

Job Search Jump Start event
Job Search Jump Start will be held on Friday, March 7 from11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Coffman Union.  This special event is just for CLA juniors, seniors, and recent grads. Whether you're looking for a job now or you will be in a year or two, you need to prepare. This event provides in-depth guidance including seminars, panel discussions, networking opportunities with employers, resume critiques, info packets, and a tasty LUNCH! See registration details at  http://www.cclc.umn.edu/JSJS

Disney College Program
 Monday, March 3, 2008
12pm & 5pm at Coffman Memorial Union - Presidents Room #332

Tuesday, March 4, 2008
12pm & 5pm in Wilkins Room 215. 

Start building your résumé and preparing for your future career. The Disney College Program gives you the opportunity to take college-level courses for possible credit, network with Disney leaders, audition for entertainment roles and enhance your marketability in today's job market. Students of all majors and levels, including graduating seniors are welcome to apply. Presentation attendance is required. For more information please visit: http://www.DisneyCollegeProgram.com

Health Communications Internship Program
The National Cancer Institute’s Health Communications Internship Program (HCIP) is now accepting applications for its Fall 2008 intern class. We would very much appreciate your help in getting this information to prospective applicants. Please forward this e-mail to students, alumni, and faculty in related programs. Applications for the fall session are due no later than March 17, 2008.  All applications must be complete by this date (including letters of reference).  Additional information about this program including application instructions can be found at http://hcip.nci.nih.gov/.

New York University Summer Publishing Institute
The Summer Publishing Institute at NYU’s School of Continuing and Professional Studies (SCPS) offers an exclusive opportunity for talented college graduates to learn firsthand the complexities of the industry from leaders in book, magazine, and digital publishing. The highly acclaimed program invites 100 students from across the country to take part in six intensive weeks of attending lectures given by prominent publishing executives, participating in workshops and simulation projects, and benefiting from career planning and a job fair. Participants will master publishing skills in editing, marketing, digital media, design, and more. Ideal candidates for the program include recent college grads/grad students; writers, editors, and designers with a passion for communications; and anyone who wants to get a head start on a career in publishing. The program runs from June 1-July 11, 2008. To find out about application requirements, please visit: www.scps.nyu.edu/471

Padilla Speer Beardsley Internship Available
We're looking for an exceptional candidate to fill a full-time, six-month, paid internship to work on a wide variety of projects. This internship will be centered on business-to-business marketing focusing on clients in our manufacturing and technology practices. Responsibilities include: writing news, product and personnel releases; creating and editing media lists, media relations work, organizing clips and tracking incoming trade publications and research. Must have excellent writing skills and one to two internships or volunteering experiences in public relations, journalism, or marketing communications. It's a great opportunity to experience first-hand the public relations business. More info at http://www.psbpr.com/page/Whole-Brain-Careers.jsp

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

THE AL MUAMMAR SCHOLARSHIPS FOR JOURNALISM
Up to five scholarships of $5,000 each will be awarded this year by the Arab American Institute Foundation to selected students of Arab descent who are committed to a career in journalism. Applicants must have a grade-point average of at least 3.30 and be majoring in Journalism. Academic achievement, financial need, and community service will be considered. Application forms for the 2008-2009 academic year are available at http://www.aaiusa.org/foundation/154/student-resource-center. Completed applications must be postmarked no later than March 3, 2008. Awardees will be notified in April. Please contact Yasmeen Shaheen-McConnell at (202) 429-9210 ext. 30 or yshaheenmcconnell@aaiusa.org with any questions.

2008 Student Scholarship presented by Minnesota SPJ
The Minnesota Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (MN SPJ) is pleased to announce that it is now accepting applications for its 2008 student scholarship. This year, MN SPJ will award two $1,500 scholarships to students pursuing a career in journalism. Applicants must either be enrolled in a post-secondary institution in Minnesota or be a Minnesota high school graduate enrolled in a post-secondary institution outside of Minnesota. Preference will be given to Society of Professional Journalists members. The deadline for application is February 15, 2008. Awards will be presented at MN SPJ’s annual Page One banquet in late May 2008.  Application forms can be found online at www.mnspj.org.

AAJA/S.I. Newhouse Foundation Scholarships
Awards of up to $5,000 each to college students pursuing careers in newspaper print journalism. While the scholarship is open to all students, AAJA especially encourages applicants from historically underrepresented Asian Pacific American groups. S.I Newhouse scholarship winners will be eligible for summer internships with a Newhouse publication. The application is available to download. Deadline is March 28, 2008.

Neilan B. Lund Scholarship
The American Indian Studies Department in association with the English Department and the School of Journalism & Mass Communication is pleased to announce a scholarship opportunity for an American Indian female student with a background and interest in literature, writing, and/or journalism. Students interested in applying for the scholarship should submit a transcript, a letter expressing interest in applying for the scholarship, and a two-page essay that describes: 1) their interests in writing, literature, and/or journalism, and 2) that explains how these coincide with their future career goals. Applications for the Neilan B. Lund Scholarship need to be submitted to the Department of American Indian Studies, Room 19 Scott Hall.  The deadline for submission is April 1, 2008. Refer any questions to Jean O’Brien, Chair of the Department of American Indian Studies at 612-626-5330 or obrie002@umn.edu.

PGA Tour's Diversity Internship Program
The PGA Tour's Diversity Internship Program for summer of 2008 application
is available. The PGA Tour's objective is to find the best student applicants and place
them in challenging internship opportunities to prepare them for a position within the PGA Tour or the golf industry. The ability to play golf or knowledge of the game is not required for most positions. All undergraduate and graduate majors are considered. The application and additional information is available at www.pgatour.com/careers. The deadline date is February 18, 2008. If you have questions please contact Mike Cooney, Director, Human Resources-PGA Tour at 1-800-556-5400 ext 3520.

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