EVENT:
David Ensor, director of Voice of America, will visit the George Washington University on Jan. 27 to discuss challenges that the U.S.-funded media outlet faces as it presents to a global audience. He will also discuss the strategy behind VOA's outreach to various audiences. Frank Sesno, director of the School of Media and Public Affairs at GW, will guide the discussion.
WHO:
- David Ensor, director, VOA
- Frank Sesno, director, SMPA (interviewer)
WHEN:
Tuesday, Jan. 27; 6:15-7:15 p.m.
WHERE:
The George Washington University
Media and Public Affairs Building
Room B-07 (lower level)
805 21st St., NW
Washington, D.C.
Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro (Orange, Blue and Silver lines)
RSVP:
Media interested in attending must contact Jason Shevrin at [email protected] or 202-994-5631.
BACKGROUND:
Mr. Ensor is a veteran international journalist who has been a correspondent for NPR, ABC News and CNN. He was also the head of communications and public diplomacy for the U.S. Embassy in Afghanistan.
SMPA is dedicated to the rigorous study of journalism and political communication with a focus on understanding the impact media have on how societies inform and govern, connect and communicate. As media undergo transformational change, SMPA's goal is to advance both theoretical insight and innovative practice. SMPA conducts groundbreaking research, offers inspiring teaching, encourages hands-on work in the field and in our production facilities and engages directly with thought leaders in Washington, D.C., and around the world.
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