ANNOUNCEMENTS

Applications for Major Status
Applications for major status are now available in 110 Murphy Hall. The deadline to apply is Friday, February 8, 2008. To apply, students must first attend a pre-major informational meeting. Meeting times are posted at the front counter in 110 Murphy.

Scholarship Applications
2007-2008 SJMC scholarship applications are available online at www.sjmc.umn.edu.  The deadline to apply for scholarships is January 30.  Students who receive a scholarship must enroll in at least 15 credits per semester during the 2007-2008 academic year.

New Majors
If you were admitted to the journalism major at the end of spring semester, stop by 110 Murphy Hall during the second week of spring semester to be assigned a faculty adviser. Make sure you bring your completed sample program plan and your student handbook with you.

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.

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JOUR 4193: Community Newspaper Practicum
Instructors: Joni Berg and Lee Ann Schutz-Wahi
There’s no better place to learn the fundamentals of journalism than on the job at a community newspaper. Students are placed for the semester in actual community and specialty publication newsrooms across the Twin Cities. Prerequisites: 3004W, [3101 or 3201], [jour major or approved IDIM or BIS or ICP] Questions? Email jberg@swpub.com or lwahi@hotmail.com

JOUR 3991/5991 – The Art and Science of Persuasion
Instructor: Prof. Ken Doyle
Goals: Learn to persuade people to do what you want them to do by thinking strategically and crafting the right message for the right audience. Understand persuasion research and theory so you can apply it to your own work. How We’ll Get There: Read, discuss, practice, and get feedback on different methods of persuasion. One test, lots of practical projects. Prerequisites:non-jour major or [jour major, course appr on prog plan] or [pre-jour, adviser approval]. For more info, e-mail Professor Ken Doyle at KenDoyle@umn.edu.

JOUR 4990: Documentary Photojournalism
Instructor: Prof. Dona Schwartz
Interested in photojournalism and documentary photography? This course is an opportunity to immerse yourself in documentary work, both as a photographer and as a viewer of the best work in the field. During the semester you will have the opportunity to produce your own photo documentary project, starting with framing an idea and ending with a completed portfolio of edited images. Prerequisites: JOUR major or approved IDIM or ICP or BIS major, JOUR 3102 or JOUR 4302

JOUR 5990: Science Journalism
Instructor: Dr. Jessica Marshall
As glaciers melt, factories turn corn into ethanol fuel, and politicians debate stem cell policy, science makes headlines every day. In this course, you will report and write stories about science. You will learn to ask the right questions about scientific findings and to explain complex concepts clearly and accurately. Practical skills to be covered in the course include: finding and evaluating science news stories; explaining complex concepts; choosing and interviewing sources; pitching stories; targeting different audiences; print and audio storytelling. Prerequisites: JOUR 3121 (or concurrently), graduate students, non-majors with instructor approval. Questions? Email Dr. Marshall at marshall.jessica@gmail.com

JOUR 5991: Media Law and Ethics Go to the Movies
Instructor: Prof. Jane Kirtley
Are you looking for a fun and different way to explore contemporary issues in media law and media ethics? You’ll learn some essential legal and ethical principles by watching more than 20 films and television episodes from the past and the present. Through class discussion, presentations, and essays, you’ll consider whether Hollywood’s version of media law and ethics is accurate and fair, and how it shapes public perceptions and policies affecting the press. Prerequisites: Journalism major or minor, or approved IDIM, ICP or BIS major, or graduate or law student status. Jour 3771, 3776, 5552, 5771, or 5777, or instructor’s approval, required.

Complete course information including meeting days/times is available at OneStop.

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STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS & OTHER NEWS

AAJA-MINNESOTA
Are you a student of Asian American descent, or interested in promoting Asian-American issues in the media, and seriously interested in pursuing a career in journalism?  Join AAJA for 2008 and help further your career!  The Asian American Journalists Association is a national group of professional journalists who are committed to increasing diversity in the news media.  $20 gets you a yearlong membership to AAJA through the local Minnesota chapter. AAJA-Minnesota gives out two scholarships and two internships each year, and last summer sent two student members to the National Convention in Miami to work on the student projects.
Current members, don't forget to renew for 2008!  Check out http://chapters.aaja.org/Minnesota/ for more information or contact Nancy Yang (nyang@pioneerpress.com).

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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/.

Intercultural Leadership Retreat
The Intercultural Leadership Retreat is for international and U.S. students who want to learn to become more effective in international environments. This highly interactive, high-energy retreat becomes a living laboratory of what it takes to work with people from vastly different cultures. You will meet other students, begin friendships with people from all over the world, and discover your own leadership potential. A cutting edge cross cultural leadership model, Personal Leadership, will be used to develop participants' cross cultural skill-set that is needed for professional and personal lives in the 21st century.  Space is limited so apply online before February 5, 2008 at: http://www.isss1.umn.edu/leadership/BRQ.lasso.  If you have questions, please contact Thorunn Bjarnadottir at thorunnb@umn.edu.

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

Step into Health Careers Fair
The Health Careers Center will be hosting the “Step into Health Careers Fair” on February 6 from 10:00 to 2:00 p.m. in the Great Hall, Coffman Memorial Union. Students interested in the health professions can come to the fair and find volunteer, internship and even paid experiences in the health field. This fair showcases inter-professional, cross-cultural, research and clinical opportunities for students who are preparing to apply to a health professional program. It will be a great chance to connect with community organizations, government agencies and private sector companies to learn about volunteer, internship and employment 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.

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JOB & INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Student Communications Assistant, Office for Equity and Diversity
The U's Office for Equity and Diversity (OED) is looking for a student communication assistant to work on a number of communications projects, including writing, updating the OED website, and working on events.  Requirements: excellent writing skills, interest in public relations/communications work, and work-study award for spring semester 2008.  View the position posting online at  employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=69285 or email aberger@umn.edu.

MPAC is looking for volunteers!
Are you interested in planning events for students?  Do you enjoy attending movies, concerts, and other fun activities?  Do you spend time on the St. Paul campus?  If so, join MPAC as a volunteer! Minnesota Programs and Activities Council (MPAC) is looking for a team of volunteers at the St. Paul Student Center for Spring 2008.  Build your resume by having an active role in the planning and execution of campus events.  Meet new people, gain valuable experience, and have fun! If interested, email your resume to:  larsonart@umn.edu.

McNair Scholars Program for research
McNair Scholars, a federal TRiO program, is currently looking for students to apply for summer 2008.   The goal of McNair Scholars is to give undergraduate students intensive, faculty-driven research experiences and prepare students for entry into and success in graduate school.  In addition to engaging in 30+  research hours/wk with a faculty mentor, participants also attend weekly workshops which they learn to write a academic research paper, create a research poster, and prepare for graduate school (create a CV, practice for the GRE, write a personal statement, identify graduate programs of interest, etc.).  This is a ten week program held at the University of Minnesota.  Check out our website for more information: http://cehd.umn.edu/students/Trio/McNair/default.html.

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

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

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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Katherine E. Sullivan Scholarship for Study Abroad
Applications are now available for the 2008-09 Katherine E. Sullivan Scholarship for Study Abroad. This scholarship provides full or partial support for a fifth year of undergraduate study in another country for outstanding students from any campus of the University of Minnesota. It is intended to support credit-bearing and usually classroom-based study abroad that immerses the student in the host university as well as in the host culture, for a full academic year or equivalent.  One to three scholarships will be awarded for 2008-09. Eligibility requirements: currently enrolled U of M undergraduate with senior status (at least 90 credits completed) by the end of Fall 2007, including at least 30 credits earned in residence at the University of Minnesota (any campus); GPA of 3.5 or higher; U.S. citizen or permanent resident.  Further information and a printable application are available at http://cla.umn.edu/honors/sullivan.htm.  Application deadline: February 8, 2008.

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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