SPJ at the University of Minnesota

March Madness

jenniewolfgram — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 19:48:18 +0000

Thanks to everyone who attended the March SPJ meeting on the third. You helped make it really productive. And a big thanks to Anthony Maggio, your insight was very helpful and much appreciated!

Recent Recap:

2/22/11- Meeting to discuss the First Amendment Free Food Festival

3/3/11- March SPJ Meeting

Anthony Maggio, a J-School ‘03 alum, spoke to us about his career and how he’s accomplished his current achievements.

The First Amendment Free Food Festival is a little over a month away, and t-shirts should be available soon. If you’re interested in a classy, FAFFF tee, email spjumn@gmail.com. You won’t be disappointed.

Happy February!

jenniewolfgram — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 04:54:27 +0000

Welcome back to second semester, and all the homework that unfortunately accompanies it. I hope your new schedules aren’t too overwhelming.

This semester we’re continuing our meetings on the first Thursday of every month. If you can’t make it, please send us an email to spjumn@gmail.com.

January Recap:

1/27/11 - New officer organization

Things to Look For:

Alumni speaker Anthony Maggio
First Amendment Free Food Festival in April

Next Meeting:

3/3/11 at 6:30pm - Murphy Media Lab conference room in the basement (the last room on the left before the tunnel to Ford Hall!)

Upcoming Events

jenniewolfgram — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:15:56 +0000

Next meeting is this Thursday, Nov. 4th at 6pm in Room 15 in Murphy Hall! Don’t miss it!

Resume and cover letter panel, resume critiques, and FREE PIZZA! On Friday, Nov. 19 from noon-2pm at Murphy Hall Room 100. Come hear what professional journalists in the Twin Cities look for in intern and job applications. It will be fun and informational! Bring yourself, Bring a friend, and Bring your resume!!!

Applications are now being accepted for the 2011 Institute on Political Journalism at Georgetown University. This academic internship program provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the fields of journalism and communications, while living in the nation’s capital. Apply by the early deadline of December 3rd to receive a 5% discount on your tuition balance. For more info., go to www.DCinternships.org/IPJ

MN SPJ Presents Intern Night at KSTP, Wednesday Oct. 20th from 7-8:30pm. Email kbendell@kstp.com if you are interested in going, and she can reserve you a spot! Tours of KSTP are also available that night at 6:30pm and 8:30pm. Email any questions to minnesota.spj@gmail.com

Investigative Journalist Edwin Black will speak on Thursday Oct. 7 at 9:30am in Murphy Hall Room 100.
More speakers are being lined up, including: a tv news producer, news director, and many more journalists. Plus, have a chance to tour the MN Daily offices when you come hear speaker Alan Bjerga!