Monday, March 24, 2008
"Bringing Feminism Home with Daisy Hernandez"
Thurs., Mar. 27, 7:00 p.m.
Wiley Hall, Room 125
There's a lot of stereotypes about feminists: they hate men, they're lesbians, they run for president of the United States. But what is feminism really about? Can it have anything to do with your own life? Come listen to a discussion and reading by writer and editor Daisy Hernandez on her own experiences with feminism, on how gender and race have shaped her identity as a feminist and what it means to connect feminism to the communities we call home. RSVP to women@umn.edu or 612-625-9837. Sponsored by the Office for University Women. Cosponsored by the SJMC, Department of Chicano Studies, Department of English and University Women of Color.
The Obesity Crisis: Covering Childhood Obesity in Communities of Color—A Workshop for Journalists
Wed., Mar. 28, 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Murphy Hall Conference Center
Children in communities of color are disproportionately affected by the obesity crisis and University researchers are working to develop solutions. Come hear about the latest research and how professionals in the communities are working to address the epidemic.
Space is limited. Register online
Emerging Digerati Rendezvous: Where are they now?
Mar. 31–Apr. 4
Various locations on campus
A weeklong event showcasing innovative new media projects happening around campus. University research labs will host an open house from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for tours, demos and presentations. The open houses include: Mon., Mar. 31, Minnesota Traffic Observatory/Intelligent Vehicles Lab, 790 Civil Engineering; Tue., Apr. 1, SimPORTAL – medical simulation lab, A509 Mayo; Wed., Apr. 2, Evolutionary Anthropology Lab, Third Floor, Blegen Hall; Thur., Apr. 3, Digital Design Consortium, First Floor, Walter Library.
On Fri., Apr. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Weisman Art Museum will host Emerging Digerati Exhibition featuring demos, art, performance, and the incredible cast of past Emerging Digerati presenters. Visit these cutting edge labs and experience the innovative work of past Emerging Digerati participants in this special weeklong event! More information at the INMS Web site.
Global Media-Diasporic Cultures Series
Lecture/discussion: "A Theory of Hypermedia Events: Reality TV and Public Contention in the Arab World"
Marwan Kraidy, University of Pennsylvania
Fri., Apr. 4, Noon-1:15 p.m.
Murphy Hall Conference Center
Prof. Kraidy is a scholar of global communication and an expert on Arab media. Kraidy was previously a Fellow at the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars and the founding director of the Arab Media and Public Life (AMPLE) project at American University, both in Washington, D.C. He has published two books and more than 40 articles and essays. He is a regular expert guest on public media programs like: The News Hour with Jim Lehrer, On the Media, All Things Considered, NPR News, The World, Day to Day, and The Diane Rehm Show.
NAHJ Region 6 Conference and Media Job Expo
Sat., Apr. 5
University of St. Thomas
Develop your reporting skills, learn high-tech story telling, and network with top journalists in the 13 states that make up The National Association of Hispanic Journalists Region 6.
Job seekers stop by the Media Job Expo. Our Bronze Sponsors KSTP-TV/5 Eyewitness News and WCCO-TV will be recruiting along with the Chicago Tribune Company and others. Then, prepare yourself for the November election. Join our discussion on “Latino Voices in the 2008 Presidential Election” followed by “The Final Campaign Stretch.” Now’s your chance to ask questions to key players involved in the Democratic and Republican National Conventions.
Plus find out what you need to know “When Disasters Strike.” State Farm Insurance is sponsoring the workshop featuring news insiders reporting and leading the news coverage when the I-35 W Bridge collapsed.
Students, beginners and professional journalists will not want to miss this opportunity!
Download the agenda at the NAHJ Web site.
Registration is $25 for NAHJ members, $15 for NAHJ student members, and non-members are $50. Register online before Friday, March 28.
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.
Applications now being accepted for Fall 2008 enrollment in the Health Journalism program*
Seniors: considering graduate school? Interested in health journalism or communication? Whether you want to report on health for the media, work in communications for a health care organization or promote health to the public, our master’s program can help you launch your career. If you’re interested in health journalism, you’ll learn to evaluate claims from health, medical and scientific sources. If you’re interested in health communication, you’ll learn the fundamentals of writing about health topics for different audiences in different formats, as well as health campaign development. In either specialization, you’ll develop multimedia skills and advanced computer-assisted research and reporting skills. And if you want to gain hands-on experience, you’ll also have practicum opportunities to work in local news organizations or in communications roles with health care organizations. For more program details and information on applying, contact Director of Graduate Studies Gary Schwitzer (schwitz@umn.edu) or Program Coordinator Leyla Kokmen (lkokmen@umn.edu).
*The graduate program in Health Journalism has proposed a name change from the Master of Arts in Health Journalism to the Master of Arts in Health Journalism and Communication, effective for fall 2008. The name change and some curriculum revisions are currently under review by The Graduate School. The review of these changes will be completed around May 1, and a recommendation will be made to the Board of Regents. The Board of Regents will consider the proposed changes in July. Please note that you must apply to the Health Journalism program at this time for entry in fall 2008. If the Board of Regents does not approve the name change to Health Journalism and Communication and the curriculum revisions, you will be given the opportunity to request a refund of your application for admission fee. For information about the proposed curriculum changes please visit our Web site.
STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS & OTHER NEWS
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.
Study Politics in Washington, D.C. this Fall
The Politics & Journalism Semester is a non-partisan, non-ideological program to teach the next generation of political reporters about politics. The program selects 12 or 13 talented college journalists for Winter/Spring (February to May) and Fall (September to December) classes each year. During 16 weeks in Washington, students work full-time in major news bureaus. Twice a week, they gather for the major purpose of the program: 90-minute seminars on campaign, governance and interest group politics. Students pay no tuition or fees. Each receives a $3,000 stipend to help with Washington living expenses. To apply, visit www.wcpj.org. Applications are due to 110 Murphy Hall no later than Fri., Mar., 28 for fall semester. We can only nominate our two best students, so please make sure you submit all your materials on time.
CAREER & NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
AAJA is now accepting applications for AAJA UNITY projects
College students from across the nation will participate in week-long projects at the UNITY 2008 convention in Chicago, IL, July 23-27, 2008. Dozens of aspiring journalists will work side by side with professionals and mentors to produce solid and innovative journalism across media platforms in a more integrated "convergence" newsroom. For more details and to apply for this innovative experience, please visit: http://www.aaja.org/programs/for_students/multimedia_project/.
The deadline to apply is Mar. 31.
“Meet the Pros” Workshop and Northwestern College in St. Paul
Hear from 15+ business and communication professionals speak about their experiences in government, nonprofit, agency and corporate communications. Get your resume reviewed and network with seasoned pros, as well as recent grads, to find out what it takes to make the leap from college to career! This workshop will be held Apr. 14 at 6:30pm in the Blue Room of Nazareth Hall of Northwestern College in St. Paul. Admission is $10 for student nonmembers at the door. Cost includes desserts, presentations, resume review and networking. Go to mn.ibac.com for more information
JOB & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Intern at Martin-Williams
Velocity is a 16-week agency immersion designed to give participants real-world experience and a chance to demonstrate their talent as advertising professionals. Unlike some internships, the program is a full-time, paid experience. A comprehensive description of Velocity, as well as the program's application process, can be found at velocity.martinwilliams.com. Applications are due Mar.31 and the program begins June, 2008.
2008 Asian American Journalist Association Summer Internship
AAJA is pleased to announce the AAJA/NBC 2008 Summer Partnership for currently enrolled students who are of sophomore standing or above, attending an accredited college or university in the U.S. NBC Universal will offer two students the opportunity to become NBC Fellows and join one of the following NBC Programs for summer 2008: America's #1 morning news program "The Today Show"; or the top ranked evening program "Nightly News with Brian Williams"; Primetime NBC's own "Dateline"; or one of NBC's local Owned and Operated Stations. Two students will be provided a stipend in the amount of $500 a week for 10 weeks to live in New York City, totaling $5,000 for each student. The 2008 AAJA/NBC Partnership internship application is now available. The deadline is Apr. 11. Please see the following link for application. http://www.aaja.org/programs/for_students/internships/#nbcsummer
Big Ten Network Internships
The Big Ten Network On-Campus Internship Program is designed to provide practical experience in writing and production for a national television network allowing Big Ten students to gain insight into the field as a career option. The internship is also designed to enhance the undergraduate experience by providing a "real world" and fun experience. In addition, the program allows for a student's perspective to be brought to the Network's coverage of Big Ten sports. Any student enrolled in good standing at a Big Ten university. Students can contact the Big Ten Network directly at www.bigtennetwork.com and clicking "about us/internships." The program is usually reserved for juniors and seniors, but exceptional underclassmen will also be considered. The deadline for the Fall semester/quarter is Apr. 15.
GOP Internships
The 2008 Republican National Convention today announced that the Committee on Arrangements (COA) will host an Internship Program from June 2 through Sept. 4, 2008. The program will provide college students and recent graduates with the opportunity to participate in the preparation and planning of a quadrennial presidential nominating convention. COA interns will play key roles in the offices of Delegate Services, External Affairs, Communications, and Operations. Interested students are encouraged to apply online at www.gopconvention2008.com/interns.
Interested in getting hands on radio experience? Radio K needs you!
Interested in getting hands on experience in broadcasting? Join Radio K, the nation's premier student-run radio station. We have volunteer opportunities for students in all of our departments, including marketing, music, news, media production and also live on-air broadcasting. E-mail Phil at (volunteer@radiok.org) or stop by our offices in Rarig Center room 610 on the West Bank to find out how to get involved.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
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 Mar. 28.
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 Apr. 1. Refer any questions to Jean O’Brien, Chair of the Department of American Indian Studies at 612-626-5330 or obrie002@umn.edu.
Thomas L. Phillips Collegiate Journalism Awards
The Thomas L. Phillips Collegiate Journalism Award recognizes excellence in collegiate reporting in which the student's work demonstrates an understanding of the basic ideas that support a free society, including freedom of the press, freedom of speech and free-market economic principles. Judges will recognize students who show initiative and original reporting, and superior writing skills, as well as an understanding of the principles of individual freedom. In addition, a quality piece will also demonstrate a skill for accuracy in reporting as well as good use of sources. For more information on how to apply visit www.tfas.org/ipjawards. Applications are due no later than Mar. 31.
Murray Scholar Print Journalism Scholarship for Sports Journalists
The Jim Murray Memorial Foundation will be awarding seven $7,500 scholarships to journalism students interested in Sports Writing. Applicants should have at least a “B” (3.0) grade point average and be entering their Junior or Senior year in Fall 2008. Stop by 110 Murphy Hall for an application and entry form, all completed applications must be submitted to 110 Murphy Hall by Friday, Apr. 11 for prescreening.
Congratulations to Patrick File!
Patrick won the Top Student Paper Award for the law division at the AEJMC Southeast Colloquium, hosted by Auburn University, March 13-15. The paper was titled "Do the Courts Think Blogging is Journalism? An Early Examination of Descriptive and Functional Approaches to Analysis in Case Law Involving Blogs."
ACADEMIC, CAREER & NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES
