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Hugh S. Sidey Scholarship recipient: Cooper Pierce |
Congratulations to junior in journalism and mass communication and political science, Cooper Pierce, on being selected as the Hugh S. Sidey Scholarship in Print Journalism recipient!
The Sidey Scholarship was established in 2006 at Sidey’s alma mater, Iowa State University, by way of The White House Historical Association. The award supports aspiring print journalists at the Greenlee School who exhibit extraordinary understanding of the responsibilities of covering the chief executive and the core principle of social responsibility that resides with print journalist.
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Jump-Start Internship & Networking Fair countdown: 2 days |
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Hosted by the Greenlee School of Journalism and Communication in collaboration with LAS Career Services, this boutique-style fair takes place each fall and spring and connects relevant employers with students who are preparing for careers in advertising, journalism, public relations and related fields.
When: Feb. 22; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Virtual, on CyHire
Who: Students in advertising, journalism, public relations and related fields
If you have questions about the Jump-Start Internship & Networking Fair, please contact Juli Probasco-Sowers, Greenlee’s internship coordinator, at julip@iastate.edu.
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Are you ready for Jump-Start? |
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Headshots! Padfolios! Interview rooms! Oh my!
Did you know you can check out a padfolio to use for three business days? Yes, you can!
Get ready for the career fair with these tips and tricks
- Be enthusiastic!
- Research organizations beforehand in CyHire
- Prepare questions for organizations
- Perfect your introduction
- Dress to impress (yes, even though it's virtual; it'll help you feel professional)
- Follow up
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List of employers attending the fair |
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This list is up-to-date as of Friday, Feb. 18. Check CyHire directly to view Monday's list.
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Ames Laboratory of US DOE
AssuredPartners
CO-OP Financial Services
Cocoa Creative
deksia
First Fleet Concerts / Hinterland Music Festival / Wooly's / Nitefall on the River
Fleishman Hillard
Flynn Wright
FoodService Partners, LLC
Harlan Newspapers
Iowa Commission on Volunteer Service
Iowa Department of Natural Resources
Iowa International Center
Iowa PBS
Iowa Public Radio
Iowa State University Alumni Association
Iowa Utilities Board
KCCI-TV
Kreg Tool Co.
LRS Healthcare
Office of the Iowa Secretary of State
On With Life
Practical Farmers of Iowa
The News
Trending Media/KXIA/KFJB
WHO-TV 13 Des Moines News Station
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You've got this. Go get 'em! |
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Spoon Speaks: True Tales of a College Press Freedom Fighter |
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Mark “Spoon” Witherspoon, retired professional editorial adviser for the Iowa State Daily, spent more than 30 years helping college students fight for their rights as journalists. In honor of #StudentPressFreedom Day 2022, Witherspoon will share true tales of press freedom from his days on the front lines and answer questions from the audience. Those who attend are invited to build their own Ice cream sundaes with special First Amendment toppings in Spoon’s honor.
Free and open to the public.
Date: Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2022
Time: 1:10-2 p.m.
Location: Hamilton Hall, Room 172
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Sinclair Broadcast Group's News Reporter Academy Returns March 30 |
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Virtual Session Open to Students Exploring Careers in News Reporting
Sinclair Broadcast Group’s News Reporter Academy, an interactive workshop for college students interested in pursuing a career in news reporting, will hold its next virtual session on March 30 from Noon-3p ET / 9-12p PT.
Now in its second year, the News Reporter Academy, hosted by Sinclair’s award-winning corporate news operation, gives students an opportunity to learn about working in a newsroom and interact with Sinclair’s industry-leading teams.
In the three-hour interactive session, students will learn the basics of news reporting and investigative storytelling, managing a social media presence, how to look and sound their best on-camera and how to package a resume and reel.
After the success of Sinclair Broadcast Group’s Producer Academy, a workshop for students interested in pursuing a career in digital or broadcast news producing, which is now in its fifth year, the company developed a seminar for students focused on news reporting.
This FREE, virtual workshop is open to undergraduate and graduate college students.
(Registration is limited to 150 students and .edu email address is required)
About Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc.
Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local sports and news. The Company owns and/or operates 21 regional sports network brands; owns, operates and/or provides services to 185 television stations in 86 markets, owns multiple national networks including Tennis Channel and Stadium; and has TV stations affiliated with all the major broadcast networks. Sinclair’s content is delivered via multiple platforms, including over-the-air, multi-channel video program distributors, and digital and streaming platforms NewsOn and STIRR. The Company regularly uses its website as a key source of Company information which can be accessed at www.sbgi.net.
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Hearst explanatory reporting competition deadlines |
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Rolling deadlines continue throughout the spring semester.
The selected entrants must be current undergraduate journalism majors at the time the article is published. An exception is made for spring, summer or fall 2021 graduates, allowing them to enter the contests in the 2021-2022 program year. The entries must have been published before students were graduated.
Entries must have been disseminated in a campus or professional publication or website. If the entry was published in an off-campus publication, a letter from the editor is required verifying that the entry is student work with minimal editing and no editor rewriting.
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Iowa State Conference on Race and Ethnicity |
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Internships, Jobs and Scholarships |
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Hiring: Iowa State Alumni Association |
The ISUAA is looking for a marketing/communication/public relations intern.
Search CyHire with position ID: 161921. Position starts in May 2022. Paid.
This would count toward a 499 internship.
Closes March 16 or as soon as they find an outstanding candidate.
Questions?
Kate Tindall
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Apply for an Oster Journalism 4-H Scholarship |
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Calling all Greenlee students who are 4-H alumni!
Oster Journalism 4-H Scholarship - $1,500
Provided by Merrill J. Oster, this scholarship is given to an applicant who will be a college sophomore, junior or senior at Iowa State University for the next academic year.
The recipient must major in journalism or communication studies and provide documentation of journalism activity and skills in their application.
Questions?
Mary Clancy, 4-H scholarship coordinator
(712) 830-1321
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ESPN sports media scholarships |
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Al Young Sports Journalism Scholarship: $2,000 to an undergraduate student pursuing sports journalism as a career.
Jimmie and Suey Fong Yee Fellowships: $1,500 + free Asian American Journalists Association Sports Task Force (AAJA STF) convention registration to two recipients pursuing a career in sports journalism and media.
Questions?
ESPN Universal News Group
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Apply for a Roy J. Carver Trust Scholarship |
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Twenty Iowa State University students are selected on an annual basis to receive a renewable $6,000 scholarship from the Roy J. Carver Trust. This scholarship is specifically for:
- students who will be junior-level in fall 2022,
- have had unique obstacles while obtaining their degree and
- are an Iowa resident.
Eligibility requirements:
- Evidence of significant social and economic obstacles to attending college full time
- Graduate of accredited Iowa high school or Iowa resident for five years
- College junior classification by fall 2022
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.80
- Demonstrate financial need on basis of the FAFSA (student must file FAFSA for 2022-2023 year)
Application Deadline: April 1, 2022
Contact Information:
Office of Student Financial Aid
0640 Beardshear Hall
(515) 294-0103
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Student Clubs and Organizations |
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March 1 info meeting -- Dotdash Meredith Apprentice Program |
The Greenlee School’s partnership with Dotdash Meredith—America’s largest digital and print publisher—places ten Iowa State students in editorial and graphic design apprenticeships for an entire academic year with brands and departments such as Better Homes and Gardens, Allrecipes, Midwest Living/Meredith Travel Media, Successful Farming, Meredith Premium Publishing, Meredith Ecommerce and more. The paid positions also qualify for Greenlee’s 400-hour required 499A internship.
Join us for free pizza at an informational meeting on Tuesday, March 1, from 8 to 9 p.m. in 172 Hamilton Hall. There will also be an option to attend virtually through Webex (link coming soon).
Next year’s apprenticeships include both editorial and graphic design positions with Des Moines-based media brands. Some opportunities may also be available for remote assignments with teams based in New York and other offices. More information about assignments will be available at the meeting. Apprentices must be junior or senior status by fall 2022 and commit to working both the fall 2022 and spring 2023 semesters.
The application will be posted on the Greenlee School website on March 2. Applications are due Friday, March 25, by noon.
For more information, please contact Maria Charbonneaux, assistant professor of practice and Meredith Professional in Residence, at mvcharb@iastate.edu.
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Promote your student organization |
Want to get word out about your student organization? Share announcements in the newsletter by emailing Kristine Perkins, perkinsk@iastate.edu. |
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"This Week at Greenlee" is a weekly newsletter sent on Mondays during the academic year. It is curated by the Greenlee School communications team for Greenlee School students, faculty and staff. Student clubs and organizations relevant to journalism, advertising and public relations are welcome to submit news and announcements for inclusion in the newsletter. Send your news to Kristine Perkins, communications specialist, by 11 p.m. on Sunday for inclusion in the next day's newsletter. Previous editions can be found on our website.
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