The Center for German & European Studies at the University of Minnesota provides fellowships for U of M students to serve as native-speaker interns in elementary schools in Berlin, Germany. The program is open to undergraduate and graduate students.

This course is for (1) anyone who wants to make good, well-informed decisions about
their health and well-being, and (2) anyone who wants to write health news reports that
will enable people to make good, well-informed health decisions.

Following on Digital Planet 1 course last semester (or similar), Digital Planet 2 (DP2)
focuses on the uses of digital technologies with an emphasis on you creating online maps
and using digital technologies. Technologies you will work with include Google Earth,
NASA WorldWind, Quantum GIS, and GPS software and hardware. Much of this work will
involve manipulating data, preparing analysis, and making on-line interactive maps, called
mash-ups. The technologies we will use offer a broad range -some may say unlimited--
number of possibilities useful in any field.

To learn more about this course visit the course Web site.

Universal Pictures is in search of a College Representative from your school to join our Campus U team. Campus U is a grassroots-marketing program comprised of student representatives at top campuses across the country dedicated to promoting and publicizing select Universal Pictures' feature film and home entertainment releases on their respective campuses.

Journalism courses are closing fast. If one of the journalism courses on your major program plan is closed when you register, please put your name on the wait list for this course immediately. We are carefully monitoring course enrollments and wait lists for all journalism courses and will do our best to accommodate students who need courses that are on their program plans. When places open up or new sections of classes are added, we will admit students from the wait lists in order of seniority ONLY if the course has been approved on their major program plans. In high demand classes, we are also checking if enrolled students have the course approved on their major program plans.

The Minnesota Daily is hosting a Open House for Students on November 21, 2009 from 11:45-2:00. This is a great opportunity to learn more about what goes on behind the scenes at a newspaper. RSVP online to attend.

The New York Times has likened him to H.L. Mencken; Vanity Fair has suggested a strong resemblance to Mark Twain and best-selling author Tom Wolfe compared him to Montaigne. On Thursday Dec. 3, author and editor Lewis H. Lapham will speak at the University of Minnesota about the tribulations of the printed word in the wilderness of cyberspace.

Who: Lewis H. Lapham, author, editor emeritus of Harper's Magazine, and founding editor of Lapham's Quarterly
When: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 3
Where: University of Minnesota, Elmer L. Andersen Library, 222 21st Ave. S., Minneapolis

Reservations requested by November 25 at 612-624-9339 or stangret@umn.edu.

Annually, the Society of Professional Journalists presents the Mark of Excellence Awards honoring the best in student journalism. The awards offer categories for print, radio, television and online collegiate journalism.

Learn more and apply online.

This is a part-time position, usually 8-20 hrs/week during the school year, but could be up to 40 hrs/week in the summer. Pay is $13.50/hour.

View the posting and apply online.

If you're LGBT and interested in a career in journalism, public relations or media, there is no better way to network with professionals already in those careers than to become a student member of the National Lesbian and Gay Journalists Association (NLGJA).

Radio K is developing a new weekly Arts & Culture show; it's a bit "This American Life" and a bit "All Things Considered" and full of your perspective. We're looking for student journalists interested in reporting on what makes the Twin Cities move and shake, you know, from an arts and culture perspective. No experience in radio? No problem - Radio K will train you in industry standard equipment. Interested? Of course you are.

Contact Ryan Wilson at news@radiok.org or Sarah Lemanczyk at lema0001@tc.umn.edu

The Student Academic Success Services (SASS) office is offering three End-of-Semester workshops for students. These workshops are excellent options for students who need some last minute time management help or assistance with test taking skills. There is also a workshop for students who may have fallen behind in a class and need to get back on track to finish the semester. Each workshop runs one hour.

Ace Your Finals
Location: 251 Appleby Hall
Date: Tuesday, November 17th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Time Management Refresher
Location: 251 Appleby Hall
Date: Thursday, November 19th
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 pm

Staying on Track (... if your falling behind)
Location: 251 Appleby Hall
Date: Tuesday, November 17th
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm

To register, call 612-624-3323. Seating is limited and students will be enrolled on a first-come-first-served basis.

The Wall Street Journal Online is seeking summer interns with strong multimedia skills and a keen desire to work online. Candidates will be paired with and mentored by editors in a newsroom environment, producing sections of the site, building or designing interactive graphics, working in Flash or shooting and editing photos and video. Over the course of 10 weeks, interns will also get the chance to showcase their talents through project work and further develop their skills.

The University of Minnesota is offering a new Peer Research Consultants program to assist undergraduate students as they do library research and find sources to use in their writings and projects.

The University Honors Program is now accepting applications for Spring 2010 Honors Thesis Grants. Students who will be involved in honors thesis-related research during spring semester may request up to $500 to help defray expenses incurred during said research.

Applications for spring semester are due on January 29, 2010.

Click here to download the application packet.

Health Care Reform 101
November 12, 2009
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Mayo Auditorium

This is a non-partisan event to inform students on campus about the background and facts behind health care reform including some of the problems as well as some of the solutions.

For more information contact Ashley at grey0028@umn.edu.

Freie Universität Berlin and the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) are pleased to announce the third year of an intensive scholarship-supported summer seminar/internship program in Berlin for American journalism and communications students.

Check out this great opportunity exclusively for SJMC professional journalism majors.

Planning your Spring 2010 registration? Need to learn valuable computer skills for your journalism career? Check out Jour 5155 Capstone: Database Reporting

Want to cover the red carpet at the 2010 Academy Awards? Here's your chance! Submit your video explaining why you would be the ultimate mtvU Oscars® Correspondent and represent the college audience.

Submit a 2:00 video telling us why you and your camera person should be chosen to take a spot on the Oscars ® Red Carpet to represent your college newspaper or television station. If selected as a finalist, your team would be flown to Los Angeles during Oscars® week to attend and cover pre-events leading up to the big night, and the grand prize winner will earn a spot alongside the best entertainment reporters in the business and have a chance to interview some of the biggest and brightest personalities in the world. Please see official contest rules for video submission guidelines.

Full guidelines and application information are online.

You can also view footage of the 2009 correspondent online.

The AAJA Sports Journalism Institute Internship features:

* Crash course in sports journalism at the Poynter Institute
* Eight weeks of a paid internship at a daily newspaper
* $500 for students who complete the course and are going back to school
* Application due Friday, Nov. 13, 2009

For more information and applications visit the AAJA Web site.

The University Honors Program application for post-freshman admission in fall 2010 is now available online.

The Washington office of Senator Amy Klobuchar is currently accepting internship applications for the 2010 spring semester. An internship with the Senator's office is a terrific chance for students to see, and gain experience in, the United States legislative process. View application instructions.

Learn and discuss how the mainstream media uses language, rhetoric and images to portray certain stereotypes and misrepresent various minority groups. The week includes a panel discussion with reporters and professors, a documentary, and media training. There will be free food at every event.

The Multicultural Advertising Intern Program (MAIP) places multicultural students in 10‐week paid, full time summer internships at American Association of Advertising Agencies member agencies nationwide. It offers those with a serious interest in advertising the opportunity to gain real‐world work experience, establish contacts within the industry, and gain a valuable professional credential that can help them gain entry‐level employment after graduation. The program also offers advertising agencies an opportunity to identify, observe, and recruit student talent, and supports the 4A's efforts to enhance the diversity of our industry.

To learn more about the program and application process visit the MAIP web site. Applications are due December 4, 2009 for internships during summer 2010.

The National Geographic magazine will offer two photography internships during the summer or fall of 2010. The program is an opportunity for young photographers to experience first-hand the rigors of life in the professional world. It is also an opportunity for us at the Geographic to scrutinize the work of those in whom we may have further interest. We are proud that many of our regular "shooters" are former summer interns.

Help us to help you. Journalism is a very popular major. We try very hard to admit as many qualified students as we possibly can. However, that means that our professional courses are likely to fill each semester and that wait lists are also likely to develop.

Here is what we are asking you to do to help us keep the doors to our major open and our professional classes open to all qualified students:

1. Register on time.

2. If the section you want is closed, put your name on the wait list for all open sections that will work for you. Be as flexible as you possibly can, and don't wait until the first day because you think the section you prefer will open up then. If you take this risk and the course does not open up,t here is very little we can do to help yuo once classes have begun.

3. Register only for courses you plan to take, and cancel any courses that you decide not to take as soon as you are certain you will not want the class. This will allow us to admit eligible students from thew ait lists while they still have time to adjust their class schedules if necessary.

Interested in social media and how to apply it to communications strategies?

Sharpen your journalism skills during a paid internship in print, broadcast, or investigative journalism during the fall, spring or summer. The deadline for a spring internship is just two weeks away - on November 15, and the summer application deadline is January 31.

The IHS Journalism Internship Program offers internships at newspapers, major media networks and state-based policy organizations. Past interns have worked at 20/20, the Orange County Register, CNN, Fox News, and many other companies and organizations.
We're looking for skilled writers passionate about liberty and who support individual rights and free markets. Previous experience is a plus but not required. Students from all disciplines are encouraged to apply. Undergraduates, graduate students, and recent graduates of all majors are eligible.

More information, including the application can be found at www.TheIHS.org/journalism.

DAAD and the renowned Freie Universität Berlin (named in 2007 as one of the nine "universities of excellence" in Germany) have developed this unique new program to provide outstanding young journalism students - who may themselves come to have a significant influence on international opinion-shaping - with an opportunity to immerse themselves in the society, culture, values, and political attitudes in Germany.

Internship application deadline is January 31, 2010.

Twin Cities Media Alliance's 5th Annual Fall Media Forum
Networking and the New Media Landscape: Reporting News, Building Community, Making Money
Saturday, November 07, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

The Ivory Tower is a literary and art magazine that publishes University of Minnesota Undergraduates exclusively. We only publish you. This is a great chance for you to see your work in print for the first time. Submit your creative expressions and get published now! Be Immortal. Get Published.

Registration for spring semester classes begins Tuesday, November 10. If you do not know your registration date and time you can visit the Registration page on One Stop to learn more.

In the fall of 2010, the Humphrey Institute will welcome its first class in the new Master of Development Practice degree in international development. This multidisciplinary program is specifically designed for students interested in pursuing careers in international development. Offered in partnership with the University's Interdisciplinary Center for the Study of Global Change and five other colleges, the program includes broad exposure to the most important sectors in development work: agriculture, education, public health, environmental management, policy analysis, management and leadership.

To learn more or to view the information session times visit the Humphrey Institute Web site.

The deadline to apply for the Washington Politics & Journalism Semester is this Friday. If you are interested in applying please stop in to see Maggie Cosgrove in 110 Murphy Hall as soon as possible to allow time for the internal nomination process.

Info Session: Wednesday November 4, 3:35-4:30, Folwell Hall 108

Learn from Rotary representatives about the world's largest privately funded scholarship program for international education! Opportunities are offered for a year of study abroad in nearly 100 host countries.

The American Society of Magazine Editors is accepting applications for their 2010 Magazine Internship Program.

Thursday, Nov. 19 - Deadline to apply for Editorial/Columns of Opinion writing competition

Monday, Nov. 2 - Deadline to apply for Radio and Television Features broadcast competition

Please review the entry guidelines and stop in to pick up the application form from Maggie Cosgrove in 110 Murphy Hall.

The Detroit News seeks 2010 summer internship program applicants. The 12-week program is open to juniors, seniors and recent graduates. Opportunities for reporters, copy editors, photographers and graphic artist/page designers, and within the online operations.

The College of Liberal Arts will be hosting a series of walk-in hours with various organizations, including Google, United Way and AmeriCorps.

The internal deadline to apply for the Hearst Awards Broadcast Competition I: Radio and Television Features is Nov. 2. Pick up an application in 110 Murphy Hall to be considered for this competition. You can review the guidelines and learn more at the Hearst Awards Web site.

The Star Tribune newsroom offers one of the most rewarding summer internship programs. We're committed to training and mentoring college and graduate students interested in pursuing careers as reporters, copy editors, photographers, graphic artists, designers and multimedia journalists.

Student position in SJMC. Must have work study funds and experience with feature writing.
View the complete posting and apply online.

Navigating Career Transitions
Sat., Nov. 14, 11am-noon
Mayo Memorial Building
717 Delaware St. SE, Room 105

Speakers:
Amy Lindgren, on Navigating Career Change in an Uncertain Economy
Mary Knatterud, on Transitioning from On Site to Out of Sight: Thriving as a Telecommuter
Paul Mamula, on The Peripatetic Scientist: Moving Out of Laboratories and Into Editorial Offices

To learn more about the speakers and to register to attend, please visit the chapter's Web site . Visit the national Web site of AMWA.

The American Society of Magazine Editors is accepting applications for their 2010 Magazine Internship Program. Interns will have the opportunity to work in the editorial offices of a national magazine in New York City or Washington, D.C. Applications are available on the ASME Web site.

'Summer Cultural Programs' is an umbrella name for cultural arts programming during the Summer Term. Administered by the Office of Evening Classes and Summer Session in cooperation with the Department of Concerts and Lectures, this program provides support for the various organizations that sponsor cultural arts events on campus.

The centerpiece of the program is the noon concert series held almost daily on Northrop Plaza during Summer Term.

As an Orientation Leader you will help implement Freshman Orientation, Transfer Orientation and the 2010 Welcome Week. Additionally, Orientation Leaders will work as a team to recruit and train a volunteer team of over 400 Welcome Week Leaders.

To review the application requirements visit the Dow Jones Web site.

Yaakov Katz, the Military Correspondent and Defense Analyst for the Jerusalem Post will be the guest speaker with a talk titled: "Peace in the Middle East: Asking the Right Questions"

When: Wednesday, October 28, 2009.
Where: Nicholson Hall 135, University of Minnesota

Applications are now available for JOUR 4992: The Star Tribune Practicum. To be eligible to participate in this course you must have JOUR 3121 completed (unless applying for multi-media or photo positions). Stop by room 110 Murphy Hall to pick up the application form. You can learn more about the course on the SJMC Web site.

Applications are due no later than noon on Nov. 3, 2009 in room 110 Murphy Hall.

Sharpen your journalism skills during a paid internship in print, broadcast, or investigative journalism during the fall, spring or summer. The IHS Journalism Internship Program offers internships at newspapers, major media networks and state-based policy organizations.

The International Symposium on Online Journalism at the University of
Texas at Austin is now welcoming paper submissions for 2010! April 23-24, 2010

Interested in fashion reporting? Glamour Magazine has a paid opportunity this Saturday, October 24. They are looking for a reporter who can do four hours of interviewing women for their Glam Cam. If you are interested in learning more please email Maggie Cosgrove, SJMC Undergraduate Student Services, at cosg0022@umn.edu for details.

Still in need of a job? Minnesota Daily is hiring!

The Minnesota Daily is a fast paced and professional environment designed to serve as a training institution for students while providing quality news coverage to the community. We currently have several positions open.

IABC Minnesota to host Meet the Pros, a networking session designed to connect aspiring students with leaders in the communications field. Hear communications professionals speak about their experiences in government, nonprofit, agency and corporate communications, as well as from independent consultants. Get your resume reviewed and network with seasoned pros and recent grads.

The Politics & Journalism Semester is a program of the Washington Center for Politics & Journalism. The Center brings 12 or 13 college student journalists, whose career goal is political reporting, to Washington each semester.

October 19 - Facing Off Over Facebook: The Impact of Social Media on Women's Sports
October 19 - Hearst Awards Featuring Writing Competition deadline
October 22 - Hearst Awards Photo Competition I deadline
October 22 - Intern Night at KSTP - RSVP now
October 25 - Deadline to apply for New York Times Student Journalism Institute
November 2 - Deadline to apply for 2010 Scripps Howard Semester in Washington

View the Murphy Weekly archive for details.

The SJMC Graduate Student Organization (GSO) is pleased to announce the
Brown Bag presentation schedule for Fall 2009. Mark your calendars and plan
to join us for each of these presentations!

The U of M Bookstore along with Apple Computer are hosting free educational seminars on October 15 at 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. at the U of M Bookstore in Coffman Memorial Union. The Seminar, features Dan Senstock, Creative/Pro Apps Development Executive with Apple Computer.

During this 2 hour session, Dan will discuss the state of the Creative Economy, Global competition and what role education has in preparing students across multiple disciplines for the Conceptual Age.

Over the past 30 years, scholars have documented numerous ways in which traditional sport media marginalize and sexualize female athletes. Into this vast--and influential--media landscape appears the recent and exponential explosion of social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Will this technological paradigm shift challenge or reproduce the ways in which female athletes are traditionally portrayed in mainstream sport media? Will the unprecedented popularity of social media--and the alternative "ways of knowing" it provides to traditional media--fundamentally alter how we view women's sports?

Panelists with diverse experiences and perspectives will "face off" and take on these important and largely unexplored questions as we move into the Age of New Media.

Event will be Monday, October 19 from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Hubert H. Humphrey Center on the West Bank of campus.

Photojournalism Competition I - Portrait/Personality, Feature & "Personal Vision"
All photos submitted must have been taken from September 1, 2008, through November 1, 2009, inclusively. Each entry must consist of two photographs in each category-Portrait/Personality and Feature-and one "Personal Vision"photo for a total of five photographs. The "Personal Vision" image may fall under the categories of (but is not limited to): pictorial, photo illustration, fine art photography, fashion photography, editorial photography, nature photography, architectural photography. Entries are sent on a CD or via email to photoawards@hearstfdn.org.

To apply, first review the full guidelines online and then submit your materials to Maggie Cosgrove in 110 Murphy Hall by October 19 to be considered for nomination on behalf of the SJMC.

Check out the John Lennon Educational Tour Bus on Thursday, Oct. 15.
If you're interested in video or recording production, you won't want to miss this cool opportunity!
The "bus" is a non-profit mobile recording studio dedicated to providing students of all ages with free hands-on opportunities to make music and produce video project.
Free tours are available from 10am-5pm. The bus will be parked right outside of the Tate Physics Lab, just next door to Murphy. Tours are first come, first served. The bus can accommodate roughly 20 people every 20 minutes.

The SJMC will pay the registration fee for the first 15 students who register for the AP/MNA Jobs Fair, to be held Saturday, October 17, 2009 from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Radisson University Hotel. You must turn in your registration materials by Tuesday, October 13 at 4pm to be considered.

United Press International and uwemp are pleased to announce a major opportunity for college journalism students nationwide.

The grand prize:

• A $500 cash prize
• An all-expense-paid trip to Washington, DC—work with key UPI personnel and have lunch at the National Press Club
• Winning submission eligible for publication on upi.com, with a byline seen by millions of readers

U of M students with disabilities are invited to this corporate recruitment event for students with disabilities. The event will be held on Tuesday, November 3 from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. at Downtown Minneapolis Target. Bus transportation is provided.

The Minnesota Society of Professional Journalists is hosting Intern Night on October 22 from 7-8:30 p.m. at KSTP-TV (3415 University Ave., St. Paul).

At this event you will:

• Meet managers from Minnesota newspapers, TV stations, and other media outlets.
• Learn what it takes to find, interview for, and complete an internship in one of the top journalism markets in the country.

Bring your resume and be prepared to ask questions. Station tours will also be available before and after the program.

The Seattle Times offers paid summer internships to outstanding students pursuing a career in journalism. For 10 weeks, interns work on varied assignments. They attend weekly training sessions given by members of a Pulitzer-Prize winning staff. Interns receive a skill-development plan and a staff mentor to support them in achieving it.

The application deadline is November 15. Please review the requirements and apply online.

Jumpstart your advertising career through the 4A's Multicultural Advertising Intern Program, a 10-week paid summer internship program at leading advertising agencies across the United States.

Do you know which fork is for your salad? Where do you place your napkin when leaving the table? Should you tell someone they have food in their teeth? Join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association for the annual Etiquette Dinner and get answers to these questions and many more!

Plan to attend Graduate and Professional School Day on Wednesday, October 14, 2009.
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Great Hall, Coffman Union

www.cclc.umn.edu/GSD

Attention CLA Juniors:

Apply for a summer 2010 internship today! CLA students of all majors are welcome to apply for these business-related internships.

A background , color or mood article as opposed to a conventional news story or personality profile. Articles must be published from October 15, 2008 through November 1, 2009, inclusively.

To apply, first review the full guidelines online and then submit your materials to Maggie Cosgrove in 110 Murphy Hall by October 19 to be considered for nomination on behalf of the SJMC.

Call for Papers:

PCA/ACA 2009 National Conference, St. Louis, Missouri
March 31 - April 3, 2010
American Civil War and Reconstruction

This strand has become a forum for interdisciplinary dialogue about the War. Papers may examine any interplay of the Civil War and Reconstruction with American culture, of course--but they may also explore any topic or "reading" of the War. Past presentations have included such diverse topics as literature (Doctorow's The March, Frazier's Cold Mountain, etc.), photography, art, newspapers and journalistic history, battle reenactments, music and popular poetry, battle narratives, film, television, historiography, women's narratives, memory and memorializing, the politics of battlefield preservation, Abraham Lincoln as a writer, and material culture. Suggested special topics could also include national reconciliation, Missouri and the War, St. Louis, internecine warfare on the Border, black soldiers, and soldier's memoirs.

Submission requirements:
-abstract only
-100 - 250 words
-Electronic submissions are welcomed
-Please include your name, institution affiliation (if any), address, phone number, and email address
-Deadline for submission: December 15, 2009.

Contact:
Prof. Randal Allred
Dept. of English
Brigham Young University Hawaii
55-220 Kulanui Street
Laie, HI 96762

randal.allred@byuh.edu
808-675-3633
FAX 808-675-3662

For more information, go to http://www.pcaaca.org/conference/national.php

The ACES Education Fund, an affiliate of the American Copy Editors Society, offers scholarships to juniors, seniors and grad students interested in careers in copy editing.

The Eric Breindel Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce that applications for the "2010 Eric Breindel Collegiate Journalism Award," the nationwide undergraduate competition with a $10,000 award and a paid internship, are now being accepted.

Apply now for Dow Jones Summer Internships in multimedia editing, news editing, sports editing and business reporting.

A combination of lectures, site visits, tours and special events this two week Academic seminar is one of the best ways for students to witness the impact of the political process on public policy and the critical role of the media in the political process.

Both the School of Journalism and Mass Communication's Alumni Board and the Undergraduate Committee are looking for student representatives to join these groups and contribute ideas to help improve the undergraduate experience within the SJMC.

Interested in getting involved in The Minnesota Daily? Become a Student Director for the Minnesota Daily Board of Directors!

The deadline to apply for this January's New York Times Student Journalism Institute is rapidly approaching. Applications must be postmarked by Oct. 24 for this extraordinary opportunity offered by The New York Times to student members of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists.

The Center for Writing is happy to announce its Fall 2009 Teaching with Writing Series.

The Technolog is an online student magazine. It focus on science and technology, as well as technology culture here at the University of Minnesota. Article and feature writers, as well as bloggers and photojournalists are welcome to submit to the Technolog. For more information please e-mail Wade Kaardal at or Tom Johnson.

Truman Scholarships support outstanding undergraduates who intend to pursue careers in government, education, the non-profit sector, or elsewhere in public service, and want to make a difference. Applicants must be juniors, U.S. citizens or nationals, with strong academic records, and should be engaged in community service and/or political activism.

ISSS is currently looking for international and U.S. undergraduate students to apply for the Cross-Cultural Leadership Retreat. This retreat is for both international and U.S. undergraduate students who want to become more effective in international environments.

Students interested in careers in public affairs and public policy can learn more about graduate programs with the Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs at the University of Minnesota by attending one of their informational sessions to be held several times throughout the year.

Upcoming meetings are posted online.

The MN Twins are currently accepting applications for the 2010 Minnesota Twins Internship Program. The following internship opportunities, including full descriptions and requirements, are now posted on their website.

The Asian American Journalists Association is offering internships for summer 2010. Learn more about their Associated Press internship and the Sports Journalism Institute internship.

IRE, in partnership with Education Writers Association and the Student Press Law Center, is launching a program to share investigative reporting skills with college and university students that they can apply to covering campus issues.

Seventy-five students from around the country will be selected to participate in our Campus Coverage Project.

UW-Madison will host the annual meeting of the Society of Environmental Journalists. This year's conference will feature major speakers including Vice President Al Gore, author Wendell Berry, Andy Revkin of the New York Times and Maude Barlow of the United Nations.
October 7-11, 2009
Madison, Wisconsin

PRISM is a multicultural diversity group for communications students of color and their allies. We are committed to examining the roles of diversity in media and society. We seek to connect communications students of all backgrounds with professionals currently working in the mass communications field.

Join us for our weekly meetings: Fridays from 12:30 to 2 p.m., in Room 25 of Murphy Hall.

Twin Cities Media Alliance will hold its fifth annual Fall Media Forum on Saturday November 7, at the Minneapolis Central Library, 4th and Nicollet Mall, downtown Minneapolis, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Twin Cities Media Alliance's monthly Brown Bag Lunches are your chance for casual conversation with some of the Twin Cities' most insightful journalists -- about journalism, politics, or whatever is on your mind.
Check out the next brown bag. It's free!
Wednesday, September 30, Noon
East Lake Public Library, 2727 E. Lake St., Minneapolis

Deadline to apply for major status is Friday, September 25.

The College of Liberal Arts offers $1200 grants to select undergraduate students doing unpaid internships. Apply for one if you are planning an internship this fall. Various grants awarded. Learn more and view the application instructions on the Career and Community Learning Center Web site.

Spend spring semester in Washington, DC while you train to become a political journalist. Participate in seminars in all aspects of politics and intern at a major news bureau. $3,000 stipend available.

The Glimpse Correspondents Program is for talented writers and photographers with a passion for storytelling and a knack for finding truly unique stories. The program is open to anyone between the ages of 18 and 34 who will be working, volunteering, or studying abroad for at least 10 weeks.

Spend your summer interning for The Wall Street Journal (U.S., Europe or Asia edition).

The Willard Thompson Chapter of Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) will have its first meeting of the semester on Wednesday, September 23rd 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. in the SJMC Conference Center in 100 Murphy Hall.

First Meeting this Tuesday (September 22) 4:00-5:00 at Tate Lab of Physics (RM 236A)
FREE FOOD!

Ad Club is a student organization dedicated to educating students about the advertising/marketing/strategic communications industry and career opportunities.

You will learn about career options, get a tour, and meet managers and CLA alumni working at Target. Transportation is provided, but registration is required. To register visit GoldPASS.

Summer interns work as full-time employees for twelve weeks, between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Interns are paid a weekly wage, and shifts vary. An intern supervisor serves as a writing coach and there are weekly meetings with editors and staff members on a range of issues and topics pertaining to journalism. To learn more about the opportunities and download the application please visit The Boston Globe web site.

The Denver Post is offering a 10-week internship program for the summer of 2010. Interns work in several parts of the newsroom and are paid about $480 per week (housing and transportation are not included). The application deadline is October 31, 2009.

Center for the Study of Politics and Governance presents:
"The Digital Renaissance of Investigative Journalism"
Bill Buzenberg, Executive Director, Center for Public Integrity

Monday, September 21, 2009
Noon - 1:15pm
Wilkins Room (215 HHH), Humphrey Center
301 19th Ave S., Minneapolis

What is news now?
Thursday, September 17, 2009
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Weisman Art Museum
Newspapers folding, 24-hour cable news channels, talk radio, web 2.0, blogs, embedded reporters, videography, and citizen journalists?these are just a few of the markers of the changing arena of journalism in the United States. September's WAM Chatter, offered in conjunction with Au Courant: Robert Rauschenberg's Currents, asks thinkers and practitioners about the state of news now.

5 EYEWITNESS NEWS seeks two interns for Twin Cities Live.

Interested in improving your public speaking skills? Mock Trial provides a chance for participants to work on improvisation, critical thinking, analytical skills, and storytelling capabilities, which are applicable to nearly every field, even beyond law-based professions. Anyone who's interested in honing these skills or developing new ones can benefit from participating. Mock Trial also offers a creative opportunity for actors and those wishing to improve their theatrical abilities.

Stop by an information session:

Tuesday, Sept. 15 at 8pm, CMU 302

Thursday, Sept. 17 at 4pm, CMU 302

Friday, Sept. 18 at noon, CMU 302

If you have questions contact:
Erica Madore at: mado0019@umn.edu

The application deadline for the spring and summer 2010 Scripps Howard Foundation Semester in Washington Program internships is Nov. 2. Semester in Washington brings journalism students to D.C. for reporting internships of four, 10 or 14 weeks.

Interested students can learn more online.

The Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) provides grants of up to $1,700 for undergraduates either to work with a faculty member on her/his scholarly or creative project or to carry out a project of the student's own design in close collaboration with a faculty sponsor. UROP projects are an ideal way to bring together the University's research and teaching missions, and the program is well funded, providing 80 to 90 grants for CLA students every year.

If you are interested you can learn more on the Undergraduate Research page.

SJMC juniors, seniors and graduate students are eligible to participate in the SJMC Alumni Mentor Program. Online application forms and further information will be available online the first day of fall semester, but you must attend one of the mandatory information sessions before you submit your application. The deadline to apply is Monday, September 28 at 4 p.m.

Fall semester classes begin today, Tuesday, September 8. If you are enrolled but do not attend the first day of class, you may lose your place in class to another student.

Instructors will take attendance and will note:

* Any enrolled students who did NOT attend class
* All WAIT LIST students who did attend class.

Instructors will provide this information to the Student Services Center (SSC)
If a class has vacancies, SSC will determine which WAIT LIST STUDENTS will be admitted, based on seniority and meeting course prerequisites.

Admitted WAIT LIST students will receive a class permission number by email, using their OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY EMAIL ADDRESS, and must enroll in the class promptly--within 24 hours--to secure their seat in the class.

The SJMC is seeking a student Lab Attendant for the upcoming academic year.

View the full job description, required qualifications, and application process online at the U of M Job site. Search requisition number: 162043

Do you know which fork is for your salad? Where do you place your napkin when leaving the table? Should you tell someone they have food in their teeth? Join the University of Minnesota Alumni Association for the annual Etiquette Dinner and get answers to these questions and many more!

Wait lists for SJMC Courses
Final wait lists for all journalism classes will be sent to instructors Thursday, September 3. If you want to add your name to one of the wait lists, you must do so immediately. Only students who attend the first day of class will be eligible for any spaces that open up, so you must attend the first day of class even if your name is on the wait list.

First Day of Class
Fall semester classes begin Tuesday, September 8.

If you are enrolled but do not attend the first day of class, you may lose your place in class to another student.

Instructors will take attendance and will note:
   * Any enrolled students who did NOT attend class
   * All WAIT LIST students who did attend class.

Instructors will provide this information to the Student Services Center (SSC). If a class has vacancies, SSC will determine which WAIT LIST STUDENTS will be admitted, based on seniority and meeting course prerequisites.
Admitted WAIT LIST students will receive a class permission number by email, using their OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY EMAIL ADDRESS, and must enroll in the class promptly--within 24 hours--to secure their seat in the class.

The 2010 Pulliam Journalism Fellowship is now accepting applications for next year's program. Twenty winners nationwide will be chosen for a 10-week internship, which will run from June 7 through August 31, 2010 in Indianapolis or Phoenix. Fellows will be assigned to either The Indianapolis Star or The Arizona Republic as reporters, photographers, graphic artists and page designers. To learn more and apply please visit The Indianapolis Star Web site.

The GLBTA Leadership Year is an exciting new initiative offering an integrated, year-long learning experience for any and all interested undergraduate students at the University of Minnesota - running through GLBT 3610 in fall semester, GLBT 3301 in spring semester, and culminating in a May term course where students travel to Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. for intensive study and dialogue with national leaders of the GLBTA rights movement.

The GLBTA Leadership Year offers students an opportunity to learn first-hand about gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and ally identities, histories and politics - through an exciting combination of coursework, service learning, and study away.

Students will be exposed to both practical and theoretical understandings of leadership, community, and social movements, by studying, working, and traveling together as a community throughout the entire academic year.

Students participating in the GLBTA Leadership Year can count their coursework toward the GLBT Studies Minor, the Leadership Minor, and/or a GLBTA Leadership Certificate.

Visit the GLBTA Programs Office site for details.

Interested in working in politics? Plan to attend the MN State Senate Internship Information Session to learn more about internships and how to apply.

October 5
2:30-3:30 p.m.
location to be announced - watch the CCLC Web site for details.

Friday, October 2
12:30-3:30 p.m.
transportation provided

Join the Career and Community Learning Center for a visit to Target in downtown Minneapolis. You will hear about opportunities with Target Stores, Headquarters and Distribution. Hear about career options, get a tour, meet managers and CLA alumni. Registration required.

Thursday, September 24
10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Coffman Union, Great Hall

Stop by this free event to learn about volunteer opportunities in the Twin Cities. Visit with representatives from more than 90 organizations. View a list of participating organizations online.

St. Paul Campus Job and Internship Fair
Monday, September 21
10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
St. Paul Student Center, North Star Ballroom

This free event is open to all U of M students on all campuses. Many employers will be there looking to fill a wide variety of jobs and internships.

Show off your work in the Student Scholar Showcase, an exhibition of undergraduate and graduate student research, art, and design. This event, held in TCF Bank Stadium in concert with Public Engagement Day during Homecoming, will attract an audience of local colleges, high schools, corporations, and non-profits, and will serve the dual purposes of showcasing student work and providing recruitment opportunities.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009
TCF Bank Stadium
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

View the presentation guidelines or register for the event online.

Save the date for the 2009 Fashion Group Foundation Career Day to be held October 9, 2009. At this event you will:

• Learn how to brand yourself to stand out above the competition
  
• Discover key information about the inner workings of the retail fashion industry
  
• Learn about emerging trends in today's fashion market
  
• Network with industry professionals
  

Event will be held at the Sheraton West, 12201 Ridgedale Drive, in Minnetonka. Learn more by visiting the Fashion Group Foundation Web site.

The following courses are nearing full enrollment. Grab one of the last seats before they close. These courses are open to all students, not just declared Journalism majors.

• JOUR 3007 The Media in American History and Law: Case Studies (PDF)
• JOUR 3005 Mass Media Effects (PDF)
• JOUR 3615/5615 History of the Documentary (PDF)
• JOUR 3745 Mass Media and Popular Culture (PDF)
• JOUR 5725 Management of Media Organizations (PDF)

Learn more about the courses visit the SJMC Course Profiles pages. To register, visit One Stop.

The Minnesota Daily is a fast paced and professional environment designed to serve as a training institution for students while providing quality news coverage to the community. We currently have a variety of positions open.

Open positions include:

• Editorial and Opinions Editor
• Columnists
• Editorial Board Members
• Visuals Designer

For a full list of responsibilities and qualifications as well as closing dates for these positions, please visit The Minnesota Daily jobs page.

Sharpen your skills with an editorial internship at Minnesota Monthly.

The Internship: Minnesota Monthly editorial internships give participants an up-close look at how magazines are made. Interns attend weekly planning meetings with the editorial staff, assist with proofing and production tasks, and research, write, and fact-check both print and web content. Interns are expected to work 15 to 20 hours per week for a period of three to four months. Typically, the internships, which are unpaid, begin in January, May/June, and September. Applications are accepted year-round.

The Application: Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resumé, and two short writing clips to editor@mnmo.com.

Materials can also be sent via regular post to:

Editor
Minnesota Monthly
600 U.S. Trust Building
730 Second Ave. S.
Minneapolis, MN 55402

The Magazine: Minnesota Monthly is dedicated to exploring the life and culture of the Twin Cities, the state of Minnesota, and the Upper Midwest. We cover regional dining, arts and entertainment, travel, social issues, health, history, politics, personalities, and more. Check us out online at www.mnmo.com.

Nick Coleman will be joined by Ahndi Fridell, KFAI News Director and KFAI Public Affairs Programmers Lynnell Mickelsen, Lydia Howell, as well as Jeremy Iggers from TC Daily Planet, for a lively discussion of the changing media landscape and the past & future of journalism.

Thursday, August 20 - St. Joan of Arc Church
4537 Third Ave. S., Minneapolis

REGISTRATION: $10 in advance. $12 at the door.
Tickets available online by credit card at https://www.kfai.org.

The Minnesota Daily is a fast paced but relaxed environment designed to serve as a training institution for students while providing quality news coverage to the public. We are looking to hire multiple Associate Editors, Reporters, and Interns to help produce quality content to meet our standard of excellence.

Managing Editor
This position manages the entire newsroom as well as the Sports Department, A&E Department, and the Multimedia Department.

Associate Editors
This position is responsible for managing a certain section of news assigned to them. They also supervise reporters and interns. They work directly with the Managing Editor to ensure the content of the paper meets our expectations.

Reporters
Reporters cover stories within their assigned beat and create content for the Minnesota Daily both in print and online.

Reporter Interns
Write one story per week for the Minnesota Daily.

Multimedia Editor
This position manages the photo and audio visual content for the Minnesota Daily.

Assistant AV Editor
The Assistant AV Editor is responsible for the creation of audio and video clips for our website.

Assistant Photo Editor
This position is responsible for the photos that are used with stories.

Multimedia Reporter (formally known as photographer)
This position is responsible for producing quality photos and video clips for the Daily.

Multimedia Intern
This position is responsible for producing photos and video clips for the Daily.

For a full list of responsibilities and qualifications as well as closing dates for these positions, please visit The Minnesota Daily jobs page.

The ECM Post Review in North Branch, MN is looking for an experienced journalist to become our full time Associate Editor. We are looking for a self-starter with a degree in journalism or related field with a minimum of two years experience working at a newspaper, preferably in a similar capacity. Knowledge of InDesign and multi-media capabilities are a plus as well as police/court reporting experience. We offer a competitive wage and great benefits.

The Associate Editor will work closely with the editor on planning, reporting, writing and assigning stories and will also help with editing for the weekly print and online editions.
Please mail or email your resume to:

ECM Post Review
Attn: Associate Editor
P.O. Box 366
North Branch, MN 55056

Editor.postreview@ecm-inc.com

The Association of Electronic Journalists has multiple scholarships available for hard-working undergraduate students who have a focus in electronic journalism. All scholarships are open to enrolled students (freshmen excluded) who are pursuing careers in radio and television news. Candidates must be full-time college students with at least one full year of college remaining, and they must be in good standing. To learn more about the scholarships and to apply, visit the RTNDA Web site. Application deadline is August 1.

Homecoming Student Scholar & Public Engagement Showcase
Student Scholar Showcase 2009

Showcase your work in the Student Scholar Showcase, an exhibition of undergraduate and graduate student research, art, and design. This event, held in TCF Bank Stadium in concert with Public Engagement Day, will attract an audience of local colleges, high schools, corporations, and non-profits, and will serve the dual purposes of showcasing student work and providing recruitment opportunities. University faculty and staff, as well as families of presenters, also will be invited to attend this event. 2008-2009 University graduates are encouraged to participate as well.

Wednesday, October 7, 2009
TCF Bank Stadium
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

The deadline to submit work is September 1. To get started, visit the Homecoming Student Scholar & Public Engagement Showcase site.

KARE 11 is seeking an Online Assignment Editor. This multi-media position is responsible for communicating with and connecting all news content providers (staff, networks, community) and streamlining that content quickly and efficiently to various producers and media platforms (TV, online, mobile, etc.) immediately. This position will require the successful candidate to be able to handle a variety of tasks at the same time. Multiple skill requirements include: computer technology and social networking, good telephone communication, monitoring scanners, managing feeds from eng/satellite/ftp/skype, etc., court checks, story follows and investigative research. Flexible schedule for evening and weekend hours a must. Education requirements: four year degree. Prefer journalism experience. Experience shooting video, newscast producing and/or reporting also a plus.

Candidates should send written and tape resume to:
Rita Hathaway
KARE Assignment Manager
8811 Olson Memorial Hwy
Minneapolis, MN 55427
rhathaway@kare11.com

(No calls please).

Creative Services Producer
The #1 station in town is ready to hire a producer who can do it all. We are a full-service creative services department producing cool and clever advertising for station clients and multiple brands, including KARE 11 News, Metromix.com and MomsLikeMe.com. We are looking for a strong writer with clever ideas. But that's not all. Are you a rock star on After Effects and eat AVID for breakfast?! Ideal candidates must have the technical prowess to conquer any platform and demonstrate the ability to think outside a traditional news station. At least 4 years experience in promotion or advertising required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

- Minimum of three years experience writing, producing, and editing station and client
commercials at a local television station or ad agency.

- Must be able to demonstrate excellent writing skills.

- Proven track record in the development of station news and image promotion.

- Highly creative, with the ability to channel energy to meet tight deadlines effectively.

- Excellent computer skills.

- Ability to collaborate and cooperate with a diverse group of individuals; good communication
skills.

- Skilled at evaluating new design techniques and systems as well as equipment and software.

- Experienced and comfortable working with broadcast equipment and software; DVCam
camera, Avid non linear editing system, After Effects, Final Cut Pro.

- Must be well skilled in all aspects of non-linear editing and design.

- College degree in Mass Communications or related field preferred.

- Must exhibit excellent communication and organization skills.

Please send resume and reel to:
KARE 11 Television
8811 Olson Memorial Highway
Golden Valley, MN 55427
Attn: Creative Services Producer Position

Multimedia Journalist
Description/Requirements:
This position requires both reporting and photojournalism skills.

· Applicants should have good news judgment, strong writing skills, photography experience and non-linear editing training.

· Strong storyteller who can produce stories live on-air and on-line.

· Enterprises and reports general news and feature stories.

· Interviews appropriate people to cover general news stories.

· Reports, shoots, write scripts, and edits stories.

· Contributes story ideas and attends story conferences.

· Develops stories assigned by the assignment desk.

Special Requirements:

· Minimum 2-5 years reporting/photojournalism experience.

· Journalist and/or Mass Communication degree preferred.

Send your resume and link, non-returnable tape or DVD to:

KARE 11 TV
Tom Lindner - Vice President News Director
8811 Olsen Memorial Highway
Minneapolis, MN 55427

Broadcast Education Association offers one $5,000 scholarship to college juniors,
seniors, and graduate students attending a member university of the
sponsor organization for study toward a career in radio. Deadline(s): 10/12/2009

For more information visit: http://www.infoed.org/new_spin/spin_prog.asp?68774

WCCO-TV news anchor Amelia Santaniello will speak about her story and the challenges and joys of balancing career, family and self at the Inspiring Women event, hosted by the Minnesota Lynx. The event is Wednesday, June 10 from 6-6:45 p.m. Cost is $25, and includes a ticket to the Lynx game that night and access to the pregame event. To order tickets, call or email Nicole at 612-673-1681 or nsmith@lynxbasketball.com.

The Murphy Hall Digital Media Studio will once again host the University College course Web Design Introduction this summer. The class offers a chance for SJMC students to learn Web design in a non-techie atmosphere. The 4 credit class meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 9-1 from June 15th to August 5th. Students in the class can create their own Web site for a personal portfolio, student organization, basic e-commerce or other topic of the students own choosing.

For more information visit the class Web site or see University College on One Stop. The instructor, David Husom is a member of the SJMC adjunct faculty where he teaches Web design and Media Graphics. He can been contacted at husom0012@umn.edu.

From 9:30 am to 3:00 pm at St. Paul Student Center, Cherrywood Room

This workshop is for recent U of M grads, or those who will graduate soon. (It's open to graduates from December 2008 to August 2009.)

Here's what you'll get out of this intensive workshop:

STRATEGIES AND TACTICS, INCLUDING:
—How to figure out where you want to work, and what your options are (businesses, nonprofits, and organizations of all sizes.)
—How to research organizations and job openings.
—How to get your foot in the door.
—How to write a resume that gets attention.
—How to impress anyone you interview with.
—How to network.
—How to find alternative job options, like AmeriCorps, Teach for America, and more.

Plus more. View full event information online at the Career and Community Learning Center (CCLC).

Fast Horse, a Minneapolis nontraditional marketing agency, has created a new Facebook group to help job-seeking college students and recent grads. The group, called The Fast Horse Experience, will be a place where job seekers can get answers to everything from interview etiquette to writing cover letters to learning about the agency's culture and work. You may view the group at: http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fast-Horse-Experience/65932144348.

The SMART learning commons is hosting a Cram Slam to help students prepare for final exams. Consultants and tutors will be available to help you with chemistry, biology, math, economics, physics, statistics, writing, foreign languages, and more. Free food will be provided.

Two dates to choose from:

Wednesday, May 6 from 1-6 p.m. in Room 204, Walter Library
Friday, May 8 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Klaeber Court

The University of Minnesota National Student Advertising Competition team won the District 8 competition this weekend in Minneapolis! Congratulations to the team and faculty adviser Howard Liszt! The U of M team will attend the NSAC National Competition in Washington, D.C. in June.

The last meeting and the End-of-the-Year Banquet is Wednesday, April 29, 2009 from 5:15-6:15 p.m. at Murphy Hall Room 100. Hope to see you there!

Visit us online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa. Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 10

The University of Minnesota Institute on the Environment is seeking a Communications Intern who can start work during July 2009 and stay on for the 2009-10 academic year. This is a part time paid internship that is open to current University of Minnesota students.

Qualifications

* Actively enrolled University of Minnesota undergraduate student
* Able to work 20-25 hours per week
* Excellent writing, editing, communication, organizational and people skills
* Strong interest in environmental issues
* Journalism, communications or creative writing majors with professional writing experience are preferred.

Responsibilities
Assist the IonE communications team with a wide range of projects, which may include:

* Writing, editing or research for IonE’s Momentum magazine and other print communications such as ads, press releases, annual reports, etc.
* Writing, editing or research for all IonE Web sites and e-newsletters
* Interviewing environmental experts (off-camera) during video shoots
* Expanding IonE’s mailing and e-mail distribution list (i.e. finding new contacts, entering contact info in the database and mailing items as needed)
* Locating distribution outlets on/around campus for Momentum magazine and other print pieces, and delivering them in person
* Assisting with event planning and logistics
* Other communications or administrative duties for staff and faculty as needed

To apply
E-mail cover letter, resume and three writing samples to Eve Daniels by June 5, 2009.

You can learn more about the Institute and view the full job description online.

The Institute for Humane Studies is now accepting applications for their Fall Journalism Internship program. The program offers paid placements at print newspapers, major media networks and state-based policy organizations for students interested in the ideas of liberty.

The internship program has three tracks: newspaper, broadcast journalism and investigative journalism.

During the internship, students will learn journalism skills from experienced professionals. And they'll make connections that will help with their job search. In addition, the IHS covers the costs for all interns to attend their weeklong journalism workshop held in the summer.

They look for skilled writers passionate about liberty. Previous experience is a plus but not required. Students from all disciplines, including political science and economics are encouraged to apply. The program includes a stipend plus a housing and travel allowance.

To apply or to learn more, visit their Web siteThe application deadline is July 1.

At the next meeting on Wednesday, April 22, 2009 we will have the second round of Executive Board elections. The last meeting of the year will be the End-of-the-year Banquet on April 29. If you haven' yet, please fill out the PRSSA Spring Member Survey to help us make the chapter better for next year.

Visit us online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa. Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

Fever Pitch: Does Health News Reporting Leave Consumers Out in the Cold?
Thursday, April 30, 7:00 p.m.
Cowles Auditorium, Hubert H. Humphrey Center, University of Minnesota-Twin Cities Campus

The Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law is partnering with the Society of Professional Journalists, the Minnesota Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Minnesota News Council to produce this program for the SPJ’s Town Hall Meeting Series. The purpose of the meetings is to increase dialogue between the public and the press.

Wednesday, April 22 is the deadline for your individual essay submission to the Jim Murray Memorial Foundation. Below is the 2009 Essay Question, along with the Guidelines. If you have any questions, or need the application please stop in to 110 Murphy Hall.

2009 Essay Question
How has the media landscape, and the manner in which sports journalists cover events, changed over the past 20 years?

Conditions of Eligibility:

A. An applicant *must* be a citizen of the United States; pending application for citizenship *_does not_* qualify a person to apply.

B. An applicant *must* have achieved academic standing sufficiently advanced to assure completion of his/her second and/or third year of undergraduate study, achieving junior or senior status for the fall 2009 semester at the University’s School of Journalism, who will graduate in spring of 2010 and not mid-year.

C. An applicant must have at least a “B” (3.0) grade point average and be enrolled full-time.

D. An applicant *must* show, integrity of character, interest in and respect for his/her fellow humans, and the energy to use his/her writing talents to the fullest extent.

Essay Format Guidelines:

1. No more than 1000 words, but no less than 750 words.
2. Must be prepared with a one-inch (1”) margin, 12-point font.
3. Applicant’s *first and last name* and *word count* in the *upper right* corner of *each* page
4. Multiple pages must be numbered bottom-center.
5. The essay must have one staple in the upper left corner.
6. DO NOT put essays in any type of binding.

If you think you would like to apply, please see Maggie Cosgrove in 110 Murphy Hall as soon as possible to learn more about the application process and the supporting materials required to apply. The SJMC will review all applications submitted and nominate one student on behalf of the SJMC. Applications are due by 12 noon on Wednesday, April 22.

Join author Maggie Mahar as she screens the 90 minute documentary based on her book, Money-driven Medicine: The Real Reason Health Care Costs So Much. The film, produced by academy award winner Alex Gibney, analyzes why Americans spend more money on health care than any other country in the world. Mahar will provide commentary and discussion after the screening about the growing crisis in the health care industry. The event will be on Friday, April 24, from 5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. at Murphy 130 and is free and open to the public.

Cosponsored by the Minnesota Journalism Center.

Multimedia Competition Deadline is today,! April 20.

Please review competition guidelines online. Students must be current SJMC majors to participate. Stop in to 110 Murphy Hall to pick up the official application form. Deadlines below are internal SJMC deadlines to allow time for our internal SJMC review. If chosen to be nominated on behalf of the school we will submit your application on your behalf.

Monday, April 20, 2009
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
A. I. Johnson Room, McNamara Alumni Center
Free and open to the public

The 32nd annual awards program will celebrate the winning works and best practices of public affairs journalism, and will also feature the presentation of the Graven Award to Brad Swensen of The Bemidji Pioneer and the Farr Award to Joel Kramer of MinnPost.com. The winning journalists and award winners will have the opportunity to speak about their work.

The Frank Premack Memorial Award competition is one of the state's most coveted and celebrated journalism honors. Started after the death in 1975 of Frank Premack, a reporter and editor at the Minneapolis Tribune. The competition seeks entries from Minnesota media doing public affairs journalism in their community or region.

Read the award-winning articles.

Screening and Discussion with Co-Director/Producer Mark Schuller

Thursday, April 16
130 Murphy Hall
7:00-8:30p.m.

The documentary of Poto Mitan, Haitian Women, Pillars of the Global Economy is told through compelling lives of five courageous Haitian women workers and gives the global economy a human face. Each woman?s personal story explains neoliberal globalization, how it is gendered, and how it impacts Haiti: inhumane working/living conditions, violence, poverty, lack of education, and poor health care. These women demonstrate that despite monumental obstacles in a poor country, collective action makes change possible.

At the next meeting on Wednesday, April 15, 2009 we will have the first day of Executive Board elections and continue the second day on April 22. The last meeting of the year will be the End-of-year Banquet on April 29.

Visit us online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa. Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

Students who will be interning in New York City this summer may be interested in the following opportunity that was recently shared with career services staff at the University of Minnesota:

Educational Housing Services is a Not-for-profit organization that provides safe and affordable fully furnished housing to students, grad students and interns coming to New York City throughout the year. EHS manages multiple properties throughout New York City and Brooklyn, and is a great short term housing option that offers the opportunity to live in a community of your peers.

EHS can also provide housing the summer after you graduate from your program. So if you are contemplating living in New York but don’t want to make a year long commitment, this could be a solution. Check out the website www.studenthousing.org or call today for locations, rates and availability. 1-800-297-4694

Sponsored by The Fund for American Studies in partnership with Georgetown University, Capital Semester combines substantive internships, courses for academic credit, career development activities, site briefings and lectures led by prominent policy experts.

This fast-paced, residential program is offered each fall and spring, and provides journalism and communications students from around the world with the opportunities to gain an edge in job placements and graduate school admissions, and experience the excitement of Washington first-hand.

Applications for our fall program will be accepted on a rolling basis until the final deadline of June 1, 2009. Students are encouraged to apply by April 24 in order to be entered into a drawing to win $200 toward their travel to Washington, DC for the program. If you wish to be nominated on behalf of SJMC, please see Maggie Cosgrove in 110 Murphy Hall to learn more. The internal SJMC deadline will be Monday, May 11.

Strategic Communication students interested in careers in nonprofit may be interested in PA 4101: Nonprofit Management and Governance, offered for 3 credits this fall semester. View full details on One Stop.

As civil society organizations, nonprofit agencies have a long and important tradition within American democracy. Yet as the current fiscal environment makes clear, a compelling mission alone is insufficient to assure these organizations survive and thrive; professional and innovative nonprofit management, leadership and governance is essential. In this course, we examine real world examples and review theories and practices that apply to them. There are many unique issues nonprofit managers and leaders face, including tensions between the nonprofit mission and the ever-changing funding markets, participation in policymaking, professionalism of the sector, accountability demands and the challenges of part-time volunteers as board members providing governance, oversight and leadership to increasingly complex organizations.

This course is offered in a mixed on-line and face-to-face format (4 meetings throughout the term). It begins by exploring the nonprofit sector and examining what make nonprofits unique. From that foundation, we will examine governance and accountability of nonprofit boards, the funding challenges and program evaluation, strategic management theory and practice, the role of nonprofits in policymaking and the unique aspects on nonprofit finance. Making generalizations about nonprofits can be difficult because of the size and diversity of the sector and therefore the types of organizations in it. We will endeavor to be sensitive to that challenge by drawing upon examples from the many subsectors including, health, religious institutions, performing arts, human services and advocacy organizations.

The teaching method will be an interactive model drawing upon readings, asynchronous discussion boards, presentations from practitioners from the local nonprofit community, online presentations of material with podcasts and video casts, teaching cases, and collaborative projects.

Students may contact the instructor, Julia Classen, for further information at julia@auroraconsult.com.

Learn about internships and full-time positions with the U.S. Department of State. Career diplomat Dr. Brian Flora will discuss internship and career opportunities with the U.S. Department of State during three information sessions on:

Wednesday, April 29, 2009
140 Nolte Hall
1:30-2:30 PM
(geared for CLA students)

1-123 Carlson School of Management
5:00-6:00 PM
(geared for business students)

1-123 Carlson School of Management
6:00-7:00 PM
(geared for Humphrey Institute students)

While sessions may be tailored to the majors or degrees for the above audiences, all sessions are open to any University of Minnesota students (undergraduate and graduate), and alumni. Not need to RSVP, simply show up!

The Department of State is the Federal agency responsible for the formulation and implementation of U.S. foreign policy. The Department’s personnel represent the U.S. and protect its interests and citizens around the world. The State Department seeks high caliber employees with the skills and competencies needed to deal with the demands of the coming decades. It recruits a diverse group of individuals with knowledge not only in areas traditionally associated with diplomacy (such as history, political science, international relations, and economics), but also those with backgrounds in business, office management, public administration, natural sciences, communications, law, information management and security. Its 25,000 U.S. employees (Foreign Officers and Specialists and Civil Servants) serve domestically, primarily in Washington DC, and at 265 embassies and consulates in over 160 foreign countries.

Schedule a one-on-one meeting with Dr. Flora -- Dr. Flora will be available for one-on-one meetings with individuals between 9:00 AM and 1:00 PM in the Career and Community Learning Center in 135 Johnston Hall, and between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in the Carlson Business Center. Please contact Dr. Flora to set up an appointment: flora.brian@gmail.com

Other questions? Please contact the Career and Community Learning Center, the career office for the College of Liberal Arts, at 612-624-7577.

The end of the semester can be a difficult time to stay energized and focused on classes & assignments. Student Academic Support Services is offering 3 workshops that can help with test-taking, managing time demands, and getting caught up in your classes as the end of the term approaches. Workshops are informative and offer straight-to-the point tips and strategies that can be used right away.

Thursday, April 23 - Time Management Refresher, from 1-2 p.m.
Monday, April 27 - Staying On Track, from 3-4 p.m.
Thursday, April 30 - Ace Your Finals, from noon to 1 p.m.

All sessions are held in room 202 Eddy Hall. To register, call 612-624-3323 or visit the University Counseling and Consulting Services Website.

The Minnesota Daily is seeking a Marketing Communications Director for the summer and academic year. This position is a great opportunity for an advertising or public relations major to get first hand experience, and management skills at the nations largest student run newspaper and the state of Minnesota’s 5th largest newspaper publication. View the position description and apply online.

Book Reading by SJMC Alum
The founder of PRISM and former SJMC student, Murali Balaji will be reading his new book, Desi Rap: Hip Hop and South Asian America on Thursday, April 9 at 4:00 p.m. at Coffman Bookstore. Desi Rap is a collection of essays from South Asian American activists, academics, and hip-hop artists that explore the genre as an expression of racial identity, class, status, gender, sexuality, racism and culture. For more information, visit, www.bookstore.umn.edu/genref/authors.html This event is free and open to the public.

Strat Comm majors, jumpstart your job search! Join strategic communication faculty Gordon Leighton, Bruce Moorhouse and Martha Wilson as they lead a discussion on job search strategies on Friday April 17 at 2:00 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 214. All graduating seniors are welcome to attend but the session will be focused on strategic communication careers.

2009 Minnesota News Photographers Association Convention
Join the MNPA for their 2009 Convention, April 17-19 in Murphy Hall. The weekend will include a keynote speech by Brian Storm of Mediastorm, contest results and various discussions about new photography in our ever-changing world. The convention is free for MNPA members and only $5 for students. No advance registration is needed, walk-ins welcome! For more information about the event, visit www.mnpa.org.

At the next meeting on Wednesday, April 8, 2009 we will have committee time to continue working on our projects for the year. After the meeting we will attend the Minnesota Twins game at 7:10 p.m. If you are interested in attending, please contact Lindsey Schmelzer at schm1573@umn.edu or Katie Kraker at krake017@umn.edu.

Visit us online.
Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15 - 6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

Targeted News Service, a five-year-old editorial services company based in Washington, D.C., is looking for cyber-interns who want to learn, produce or earn college internship support. Our staff is located in Washington's suburbs, our managing editor is in Utah, our assistant managing editor is in The Phillippines and we have teams working from India, Spain and Singapore, as well as California, Texas and Boston.

We're looking for cyber-interns who can help us:

* Write news stories for America's newspapers that are our clients (Bangor Daily News, Albany Times Union, Buffalo News, Mobile Register, Huntsville Times, Birmingham News, Torrance Daily Breeze, Tulsa World, Fort Wayne News-Sentinel, Maryland Gazette, and more...), and other end-user consumers (we also feed Lexis-Nexis, Factiva, Dialog, ProQuest, Llesiant and Acquire Media).

- Take on cyber-assignments, with guidance, support and editing, of government-oriented regulatory material turning the cold, hard facts into orderly, structured news that a newspaper editor would be compelled to view as necessary - and print.

* We also have support needed for our alliance on NewsWatch Native America.com

* Write news briefs on small issues that we believe are relevant to our select audience.

* Assist with critical research to help our company grow.

* We also have a need for a marketing/business student who can help our VP/business development.

Expressions of interest sought with support from your professors if linked to academics.

To learn more, visit the Targeted News Service Website.

The Future Lions is a global student advertising competition with the goal of shaking up the advertising world with new medium and messages that were not possible five years ago. Winners and their work will be presented at a seminar at the Cannes Festival Palais on June 26, 2009, to the world's advertising community. Deadline is May 4. Learn more online.

Minnesota Public Radio has four internship openings for the 2009-10 academic year:

Public Insight Journalism Intern
The Intern will work on a project to link research about people's behavior in on-line social networks and the incentives that can be used to invite people to be more active in networks to our outreach activities for the Public Insight Network. The intern's work rhythm will include regular statuses to review work to date and adjust project direction based on findings culminating in one (if a one-semester internship) or two (if a two-semester internship) capstone presentations or demonstrations containing recommendations or mock-ups/prototypes for network applications. The intern must be able to earn one college credit per semester. Working hours may vary. View the description and apply online.

Production Intern, Magazine Shows
The Intern will assist Morning Edition and All Things Considered in the daily production of the shows. The intern must be able to earn one college credit per semester. Working hours may vary. View description and apply online.

Intern, Online News Reporter
The intern (student reporter) will write stories for the web site of MPR News. The assignments will be structured so the intern has exposure to a broad range of reporting topics and situations. The intern will earn one college credit per semester. Working hours may vary. View the description and apply online.

Production Intern, Talk Shows
The Intern will assist Midmorning and Midday in the daily production of the shows. The intern must be able to earn one college credit per semester. Working hours may vary. View description and apply online.

Despite the tough job market, there are concrete things you can do to make progress on your job search. Read our Top 10 Job Search Tips for SJMC Students , or pick up the handout in 110 Murphy Hall.

The Intern will assist Midmorning and Midday in the daily production of the shows. The intern must be able to earn one college credit per semester. Internship will run September 2009 - May 2010. Working hours may vary.

Possible duties include: researching topics, logging tape, assisting with production, and working on special projects.

View position description online.

Company Site Visit: ShopNBC
Friday, April 3rd from 12:30 to 4:00 p.m.

This is an excellent event for CLA students interested in business.
You’ll get an up-close look at a business organization, and you’ll hear
directly from human resource representatives, managers, and CLA alumni.
During the visit, you’ll talk with ShopNBC employees, learn about career
options for liberal arts majors, and get a tour of ShopNBC’s facilities.

Register today through GoldPASS. Click on
the "Career Events" tab in GoldPASS for more information and to
register. This event is open to ALL CLA students. Register by Tuesday, March 31.

Questions? Contact the Career and Community Learning Center at 612-624-7577

NAHJ/NAHP/Ford Blue Oval Journalism Internships

Applications are now open for internships in Washington, DC. Four paid internships at Spanish-language weeklies or at English-language Hispanic publications are available this summer. The 12-week program, sponsored by the Ford Motor Company Fund, seeks to give students a chance to cover local Latino communities and national Hispanic issues.

Housing in Washington, D.C. is provided. The interns will also work on the NAHJ Student Projects at the 27th Annual NAHJ Convention and Media & Career Expo in San Juan, Puerto Rico in June. Applications must be postmarked by April 3, 2009.

At the next meeting on Wednesday April, 1, 2009 there will be committee time to continue working on projects. It is also the beginning of the PRSSA Recycling Drive, running until April 7th come and drop off your recycling at the PRSSA Recycling Drive Table in Coffman Union on April 2, 3, 6 and 7.

As a reminder, forms for the April 6th Networking Event are due by the April 1st meeting.

PRSSA's Relay for Life team will be fundraising on April 2-3 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. outside on the Coffman Union mall. We will be selling cotton candy for $2 and all proceeds will go toward Colleges Against Cancer's annual fundraising event. More information about Relay for Life

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) is offering qualified campus leaders the opportunity to go on a FREE study mission to Israel, June 8-17, 2009.

ADL’s Campus Leadership Study Mission to Israel provides student journalists and politically active leaders with an up-close and personal perspective of Israel by learning about the strategic and social challenges facing Israel today. Mission participants will meet with key decision-makers, government and military officials, diplomats, journalists, students and everyday Israelis --Arab and Jewish -- from diverse communities, cultures and backgrounds. Participants will visit sights of historical, religious and contemporary interest. The group will take all necessary security precautions and will avoid potentially dangerous areas. The group will travel by private bus.

4 p.m., University International Center, Room 101

Are you traveling to Europe soon? Do you want to learn the best way to get from city to city? This info session will give you an introduction to train travel in Europe, describe the different types of Rail Europe passes available, and help you to maximize your travel time. Don’t miss out on this helpful info. Free pizza!

4 p.m., University International Center, Room 101

Wondering what to do during the summer or after you graduate? Looking for opportunities to live abroad and get paid? Thinking about making a career change? Come and learn about exciting opportunities to teach English abroad. What better way to learn about a culture than to become immersed in it! There is demand for English teachers all over the world. Discover where and how, while hearing from people who have taught abroad themselves. Free pizza!

4 p.m., Heller Hall Room 110

Learn about exciting opportunities to work abroad! If you are interested in travel, learning about other cultures, and gaining cross-cultural work experience while getting paid then this is the info session for you. Picture yourself working at a café in France, in the tourism industry in New Zealand, with kids in Spain, or at a university in Ireland. We’ll explore options for short term working abroad during the summer or after you graduate. Free pizza!

Monday, April 20 from 4-6 p.m.m in Walter Library, Room 402

A moderated panel discussion to educate undergraduate and graduate students about career opportunities in the consulting industries. Panel discussions will be diverse in their company size and represent industries across U of M colleges (i.e. Business/Financial, IT/Engineering, Social/Human Service, and much more).

Note: This FREE event is open to all students (undergraduate and graduate) from colleges across the U of M.

Murphy Weekly
At the next PRSSA meeting Wednesday, March 25, 2009:
Guest Speaker: Curtis Smith of Carmichael Lynch Spong
REMINDER: Forms for the PRSSA Networking Event are due by April 1, don't miss out on a great opportunity to polish your networking skills or help bridge the gap between college and the professional world.

Visit us online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa.
Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

The Minnesota Chapter of the Society and Professional Journalists (MN SPJ) is now accepting applications for its 2009 student scholarship. MN SPJ will award two $1000 scholarships to students pursuing a career in journalism.

Applicants must 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
-Please note preference will be given to Society of Professional Journalist members

Deadline:
April 3rd, 2009

Scholarship recipients will be notified in late spring, and will be awarded at the Page One Awards banquet.

Apply online at: www.mnspj.org

Mark your calendars for the 2009 Midwest Journalism Conference, taking place March 27-28 at the Holiday Inn Select in Bloomington, MN. Join journalists from all over the Midwest for two days of professional development, networking and skills training. Critique sessions will be available both days for attendees to get their resumes, portfolios, and tapes reviewed by professionals. A full conference and online registration form can be found at: www.mnspj.org.

A new online workshop on cover letters and references is now available for students!

Visit: umconnect.umn.edu/coverletters for the workshop

Come to this event to explore jobs and career paths in nonprofits and social change organizations. This event is both a career fair and a career exploration conference. This event may be particularly interesting to students considering careers in the non-profit or social change oriented sectors. Come meet with over 80 organizations to discuss jobs and internships available! Also attend the 50-minute workshops that will feature panelists. Bring your resumes!

This event is FREE and open to the public, but please register at: www.idealist.org/careerfairs

Where and When:
Coffman Great Hall
"Idealist.org Nonprofit Career Fair" 12p.m-4p.m
"Working for Change Conference" 10a.m-4p.m

Attend the Fulbright Info Session to learn about the Fulbright U.S. Student Program, which provides support for recent college graduates to study, carry out research or creative work, or serve as English Teaching Assistants abroad in over 100 countries.

Current juniors with strong academic records are encouraged to attend this info session to learn how to apply for a Fulbright grant for 2010-2011. Other interested undergraduates are also welcome to attend.

Approximate application deadline: August 2009

For more information about the Fulbright program and other national scholarships, please visit: www.honors.umn.edu/scholarhships

The Sports Institute is offering an intensive 4-week program of study designed to give participants real world experience within the sports journalism field.

Students will take courses in print and broadcast journalism. They will also enroll in multimedia sports and a sports seminar series in one of the most spirited and historic cities in the nation.

Minnesota International Center (MIC) Internship
The MIC is looking for bright individuals with interests in international relations, international education, world affairs, non-profit management, or fundraising to participate in their internship program. Their goal is to inspire the community to understand global issues and cultures in an ever changing world.

Monday, March 16 (the first day of spring break) is the last day to drop a class without filing a petition. If you are considering this possibility, we recommend that you talk with your instructor to determine the likelihood of successfully completing the class, and discussing this issue with your College academic adviser if this would be helpful. Beginning Tuesday, March 17, you can drop a class only through a petition that either documents extenuating circumstances or requests to use your one-time-only late drop option.

Attention SJMC students – The Minnesota Daily is hiring. Please review the job descriptions below. If you are interested in applying, please visit http://www.mndaily.com/jobs or apply in-person at 2221 University Ave SE, Suite 450, Minneapolis, MN 55414.

Staff Reporter

The Minnesota Daily is looking for skilled writers to join our staff as Staff Reporters. Staff Reporters are responsible for developing story ideas and source contacts. They maintain beat relations as well as gather accurate and complete information and resources. Staff Reporters will cover major developments on their beat. This is generally 2 to 4 stories per week that are accurate, fair, complete, clear, concise, well organized, adhere to Daily style and are highly readable. This individual will meet deadlines, formulate news judgment and make decisions. They will work closely with Associate Editors to develop strategies for handling stories and ensures photo and art assignments are filled out. Staff Reporters will keeps current in job-specific topics by reading local newspapers, as well as trade journals or magazines that apply to the beat on a daily basis.

Previous news writing experience preferred. Applicants with a quality collection of clips preferred. Should be familiar with the University community. Must be a University of Minnesota student.

Applications Due: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 5 pm

Editorial Cartoonist

The Minnesota is looking for a skilled individual to join our staff as an Editorial Cartoonist. This individual will be responsible for creating four to five daily Editorial Page cartoons per week, commenting on current political and social events. Keeps current in local and national affairs.

Portfolio review with an emphasis on originality of ideas and mature artistic style. Must be a University of Minnesota student.

Applications Due: Monday, March 16, 2009 at 5 pm

Event held at Northwestern College, Blue Room in Nazareth Hall
3003 Snelling Avenue N
St. Paul, MN 55113

Network with business and communication professionals from the Twin Cities at the International Association of Business Communicators (IABC) "Meet the Pros" event. Get your resume reviewed and network with seasoned pros and recent grads from Target, Wells Fargo, Padilla Spear Beardsley, Minnesota Twins, WordWise Communications, and more. Find out what it takes to make the leap from college to career.

Event is free for IABC student members, $5 for student nonmembers at the door. Questions? Contact: Emily Poskie (emily.poskie@thrivent.com) or Kelli Farnam (knfarnam@students.nwc.edu).

10-11:30 a.m. in 140 Nolte Hall
Learn the basics of saving, investing and money management. At this workshop you will learn tips and have an opportunity to ask questions. Topics include: how to manage debt (student loans, credit cards, auto loans, etc), investment options and taxes, emergency reserves and savings (where to keep cash and how much you should keep). This is a free event, no registration required. Sponsored by the Career and Community Learning Center.

The Politics & Journalism Semester is a program of the Washington Center for Politics & Journalism. The Center brings 12 or 13 college student journalists, whose career goal is political reporting, to Washington each semester. Students learn about campaign, governance and interest group politics in twice-weekly seminars, featuring political consultants and operatives, elected and party officials, and national political journalists. They receive practical experience and exposure to national politics as reporting interns in major Washington news bureaus. Review the program details online. To apply, submit your application materials to room 110 Murphy Hall by our internal deadline of March 23. SJMC will then nominate candidates for the program.

The Learning Abroad Center has funding of up to $500 for students participating on non-credit work, intern, volunteer or teaching programs during summer 2009.

Students must complete an application and submit a 250-300 word essay illustrating their reasons in choosing the program, how it will impact their personal, professional, academic or long-term goals, and how they plan to fund the program in addition to the awarded fellowship.

Preference will be given to students participating on non-paid programs.

Deadline: April 15 at 4:00pm
Notification: May 1

Please visit the Learning Abroad Center's website to find a list of approved programs:

Take care of all your graduation needs at the University’s annual Grad Fest: Wednesday, March 25, 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Thursday, March 26, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., in the Great Hall of Coffman Memorial Union.
Check it out online at www.bookstore.umn.edu/grad/gradfest.html.

The NAA Foundation News Challenge is a cutting-edge training session for college students that will harness their creativity to create new content and business models for the news industry.

The one-week program will take place at the campus of the University of Nevada/Reno from May 31 to June 6, 2009. The 15 participating students will be divided into teams to develop real-world prototypes for the newspaper industry. They will interact with digital news executives, advertising and marketing directors, educators and more over the course of the week.

Learn more and apply online at the Newspaper Association of America Foundation's Web site.

The Minnesota Daily is doing something new and unique this year. We are publishing a yearbook-type publication. The publication will be printed on heavy card stock paper and will feature stories and photos from our archives that will highlight major events and happenings over the last four years at the University of Minnesota. The publication will also include: student group profiles; parent shout-outs; recognition of the top eight leaders on campus; and gradlines. 35,000 copies of the publication will be printed. 20,000 will be available on racks throughout campus beginning Friday, May 1, and the other 15,000 will be distributed at graduation ceremonies. Get started by visiting The Minnesota Daily Web site to learn more.

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists offers several scholarships for students pursuing careers in print, online, or broadcast journalism. Learn more about the scholarships and apply online.

The National Association of Hispanic Journalists is now taking applications for 12-week internships in Washington, D.C. Work at a Spanish-language weekly or at English-language Hispanic publications. You can learn more and apply online.

National Association of Hispanic Journalists
Kick your journalism career into high gear with a summer fellowship with NBC Universal in NYC. Work for 10 weeks on top NBC shows. Stipend to help cover living expenses. Learn more and find the application online.

Radio K is the U of M's independent student-run radio station. We are always looking for volunteers, and we offer opportunities to review new music, help record live bands, write and voice stories for our award-winning news program, and gain experience in production, marketing, and underwriting. Email Mark at radiokvolunteer@gmail.com if you'd like to help. Visit the Radio K Web site to learn more about how you can get involved.

The applications for AAJA's 2009 NBC and Siani Lee Broadcast Internships are now ready. Visit http://www.aaja.org/programs/for_students/ for the applications.

About the internship opportunities:
NBC Universal will offer two students the opportunity to become NBC Fellows and join one of the following NBC Programs for summer 2009 as interns. Deadline application is March 27, 2009.

This internship is held during the summer at CBS affiliate KYW-TV in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Deadline application is April 3, 2009.

Gather with Latino journalists and media executives at the 27th Annual National Association of Hispanic Journalists Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Learn more about this opportunity online. Expenses are covered for students participating in various aspects of the convention. Learn more online.

The Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) has designed its convention project to simulate the convergence newsroom of today. This program will provide "mojo" (mobile journalism) and other news training opportunities to college students and professionals at the 2009 AAJA National Convention, to be held Aug. 12-15, 2009 in Boston.

From the applications, 20 of the most promising students will be selected as finalists and given the opportunity for building skills and developing their portfolios. They will participate in pre-convention training that will include interactive online courses in interviewing, multimedia, ethics, and an option of visual and audio techniques. They will also be given pre-convention assignments covering issues related to the journalism industry today and/or the Asian American/Pacific Islander community. Of those students, 12 will be selected to cover convention, with travel and hotel accommodations provided.

Learn more and download the application online.

At the next PRSSA meeting on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 we will have committee time to continue working on projects for the semester.

As a reminder, don't forget to sign up for the PRSSA Relay for Life team! The deadline to receive your Relay t-shirt is Friday, March 13, so sign up by this date. You don't need to be a member of PRSSA to be on our relay team. This year's Relay for Life is Friday, April 17, 2009 to register visit http://main.acsevents.org/goto/PRSSA.

For more information about the Relay for Life event visit, http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=15856

Radio Free Europe (RFE), one of the largest media organizations in the world, provides news and information in 20 countries where a free press is either banned or not fully established. The organization is seeking interns for their communications department at their headquarters in Prague, or in their Washington, D.C. office. Internships are unpaid, but students will have rich opportunities to draft press releases and event reports, manage web content, support media and congressional outreach, and be involved in journalism advocacy efforts, research and event planning for VIP visits. To learn more visit the RFE web site or stop in to 110 Murphy Hall to read over their application packet.

The Fund for American Studies, in partnership with Georgetown University, is sponsoring a fifteen-week academic internship program in Washington D.C. They are now taking applications for the fall 2009 and spring 2010 programs. Participants will experience a hands-on journalism experiences along with full-time academic experience at Georgetown University. You can learn more about the program online. If you are thinking about applying, please consider talking to the students services staff in room 110 Murphy Hall. The SJMC is pleased to nominate students on behalf of the School, and this could afford you special admissions and scholarship consideration.

Deadline for fall 2009 program is June 1.
Deadline for spring 2010 program is November 1.

Stephen Maturen, First Place, Photojournalism, $2,000 award
Matthew Mead, Eighth Place, Photojournalism, $500 award
McKenna Ewen, Ninth Place, Broadcast (Television), $500 award


The Hearst Journalism Awards Program is presented annually under the auspices of the Association of Schools of Journalism and Mass Communication (ASJMC) with full-funding by the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. The program's mission is to encourage and support excellence in journalism and journalism education in America's colleges and universities.

This Saturday, March 7, 2009 our PRSSA Chapter will be having a PRSSA Internship/Job Event! . Throughout the day there will be a series of workshops and speakers that will provide great information about internships and jobs. If you're interested in learning how to make a standout resume and portfolio, or would like to gain information about interviewing skills, this event is for you!

A networking opportunity will be available following the event. Also, enter a raffle for best resume. Lunch will be provided for those who attend. To receive a registration form send an e-mail to umnprssa@gmail.com

When: Saturday March 7, 2009
Where: Coffman Union, Room 303
Cost: UMN PRSSA members $5
Non-members $10

The Career and Community Learning Center is excited to announce a great event to help you get a successful jump on your job search. It is important to do everything possible to set yourself apart and begin to create a great professional network, especially in today’s economy and job market.

Jump Start Your Job Search is a special event that’ll help you prepare for a successful job search. The afternoon includes strategies for the current job market, advice directly from employers, resume critiques, and lunch. The cost is $10 and the event will take place on Friday, March 6. Register now on GoldPASS.

Juniors - it is not too early to start planning for life after graduation. Get tips on what you can start doing TODAY to prepare for your job search next year.

Questions? Contact the Career and Community Learning Center at 612-624-7577.

What's Going to Happen with the Economy? What's Going to Happen with Journalism?

Big questions, important questions, featured at the 2009 SPJ Region 6 Conference. Since 2000, SPJ has joined with the Northwest News Broadcasters Association, the Minnesota Associated Press, the Radio Television News Directors Association and other journalism groups to offer the Midwest Journalism Conference, one of the top regional journalism conferences in the country. This year, SPJ's centennial year, we are continuing with this winning combination.

The 2009 Midwest Journalism Conference will once again be held at the Holiday Inn Select in Bloomington, Minnesota, March 27-28. Register by March 16th for the best conference price, and book your hotel room by March 4th for the best conference rate.

You can see program information and download the conference registration brochure at either the Minnesota SPJ Web site or the Midwest Conference Web site. The Holiday Inn Select Room Reservation number is: 952-854-9000. Mention the conference when making your reservation.

The Minnesota chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association (AAJA) is the proud sponsor of the Spotlight Awards, which honors the best in college journalism. Awards are granted in the following categories: news and features (print and broadcast) and visual (photos and electronic media).

Eligibility: must be a currently enrolled, full-time student. You do not need to be an AAJA member to submit an entry.

Criteria: Submissions must be published material in a student publication from the 2008-09 school year (Sept. 2008 – April 1, 2009). For print applicants: One published story photocopied onto 8.5"x11" paper. Publication date and publication name must be visible. For photo applicants: Entries may be black and white or color prints, clippings or CDs. Prints/clippings should be no larger than 8.5"x 11". Complete caption information, along with publication date and publication name, must be included along with the images. For broadcast applicants: One story on VHS or DVD; story must be no longer than 10 minutes.

All submissions must be turned in to Emma Carew at The Minnesota Daily offices (2221 University Ave. SE, suite 450) by 5 p.m. on April 1, 2009 with the completed application form. Pick up the application form in 110 Murphy Hall.

Minnesota Public Radio seeks an intern who will provide daily site maintenance, audio encoding, photo preparation and frequent HTML updates in a deadline-driven environment. The internship will provide basic training in Web production for the largest regional public radio news network in the nation. View the job description and apply online.

The Lagrant Foundation (TLF) is now accepting applications for $100,000 in scholarships for the 2009/2010 academic year. Applications must be submitted to TLF by Friday, February 27th for consideration.

Ethnic minority undergraduate and graduate students majoring in advertising, marketing or public relations are eligible for the TLF scholarships. In an effort to increase ethnic minority representation in the communications industry, TLF awards $5,000 scholarships to undergraduate students and $10,000 scholarships to graduate students.

Learn more about TLF or review the scholarship application guidelines online.

Thursday March 5, 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Murphy Hall Conference Center, Room 100
Program:
The Value of Professional Reporting in Blogging Communities: A Case Study of Locally Grown Northfield and 'Representative Journalism'
Shayla Thiel-Stern, assistant professor, SJMC
RSVP online at http://www.inms.umn.edu

“Surveillance, Anonymity, and Privacy: Law Enforcement and your Computer"
Wednesday, March 25, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Murphy Hall Conference Center
Sponsored by the Silha Center for the Study of Media Ethics and Law

At the next meeting on Wednesday, February 25, 2009 there will be committee time. It's also the last day to participate in Penny Wars between committees. This is an opportunity to fundraise for the Make a Wish Foundation, so save your spare change and bring it the meeting!

Visit online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa.
Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

February 28 - Deadline to apply for Scripps Howard Foundation Roy W. Howard National Collegiate Reporting Competition

March 2 - Deadline to apply for internships with Bozell in Omaha, NE

March 13 - Deadline to apply for summer internships with The Meyocks Group in Des Moines, IA

March 13 - Deadline to apply for internships with OLSON in Minneapolis

Upcoming Hearst Awards deadlines:
February 23 - Personality/Profile
March 2 - Photo Competition III: Picture Story/Series
March 23 - Spot News

Friday, March 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
A must for all CLA seniors, juniors and recent grads. Spend an afternoon honing your job search and interviewing skills so you are set to distinguish yourself in this tough job market. You will:

Learn strategies for the current job market
Get advice directly from employers
Bring your resume for critiques
Enjoy a tasty lunch and walk away more confident to embark on your job search.

Attention juniors: - it is not too early to begin preparing for life outside of Murphy Hall! Juniors, seniors and alums welcome.

The cost is $10. To register, visit the GoldPASS Career Events section.

Looking for a full-time job or an internship? Several companies will be conducting on-campus interviews this spring, including: Cargill, Target, Ameriprise, Pepsi, Macy's, General Mills, UnitedHealth, Teach for America... and many more. To learn more visit the Career and Community Learning Center.

John Ydstie with MPR News' Jeff Horwich
Monday, February 23, 7 p.m., Macalester College
National Public Radio correspondent John Ydstie leads NPR's coverage of the current financial crisis and was a member of the NPR team that received a Peabody award for its coverage of the September 11th terrorist attacks. He was born in Minneapolis, grew up in North Dakota and is a graduate of Concordia College in Moorhead.

Wednesday, Feburary 18, 4pm, Murphy 100
Who: Account Planners, Art Directors and Copywriters
What: Create a portfolio to show prospective employers
Questions? umoneclub@gmail.com
Also visit http://www.oneclub.org

Veteran journalist Reese Erlich will discuss his new book Dateline Havana at Coffman Bookstore on Thursday, February 19 at 4 p.m.

At the next meeting on Wednesday, February 18 at 5:15pm, there will be a guest speaker from Padilla Speer Beardsley. Visit PSB's Web site to learn more about the agency.

Spend the fall semester 2009 in Washington, D.C., learning about all aspects of politics, hearing from national political reporters, elected and party officials, political consultants and operatives, and interest group leaders. Plus, participate in 16-week internships at major news bureaus in Washington, D.C. To learn more visit the Washington Center for Politics & Journalism Web site or stop in to 110 Murphy Hall.

Join the social circle of next-generation brand builders through a comprehensive, educational, paid internship at OLSON. Internship opportunities are in creative (writer/art director), interactive (creative, technical creative and account service), design, media, public relations, account services and brand strategy. Seeking recent college graduates. To learn more stop in to 110 Murphy Hall, or visit the OLSON careers page.

The Learning Abroad Center is excited to announce new scholarships available for LAC sponsored May Session and Summer programs. These scholarships focus on first generation college students and/or students with financial need.

There are 25 awards at $1250 each. More information is available online. The deadline to apply is March 4, 2009.

Minnesota Public Radio is proud to present the 13th season of the Broadcast Journalist Series, an opportunity for the Twin Cities community to connect with top working journalists and correspondents about the people and events that have shaped their careers.

John Ydstie
with MPR News' Jeff Horwich
Monday, February 23, 7 p.m., Macalester College

The Carter Center Mental Health Program in Atlanta, GA provides six one-year fellowships for U.S. journalists to report on a selected topic regarding mental health or mental illnesses. The Fellowships are designed to increase accurate reporting on mental health issues and decrease incorrect, stereotypical information.

Each journalist awarded will receive a $10,000 stipend. Applicants must have at least three years of professional experience in print or electronic journalism, submit an application packet (packet found online), and attend orientation and presentation meetings in September at the beginning and end of the Fellowship year. Fellows will not be required to leave their current employment. Awards will be announced July 10, 2009. Deadline: April 20, 2009.

To learn more visit the Carter Center Web site.

Fairs are free and open to all students. Participate in workshops, panel discussions, resume critiques and on-site interviewing. Other agencies and companies also participating. Learn more on the American Advertising Federation Web site.

Thursday, February 12, 7:15-9:00 p.m.
Murphy Hall, Room 130
A panel of experts - local journalists and Somali community leaders - will discuss challenges to covering an immigrant community; chat about great stories that are being told - and those that are missed; and discuss the differing roles of the mainstream media and the ethnic news media in covering the Somali community.
Panelists will also field questions from the audience.
Sponsored by the Minnesota News Council and the Minnesota Journalism Center.

The Minnesota Daily seeks Co-Publisher and Editor in Chief, apply by Feb. 25
The Daily is currently seeking a highly motivated individual to manage every aspect of our editorial division. This person is responsible for leading all of the Daily's editorial operations including the newsroom, editorials/opinions, audio/video and production.

The Minnesota Daily seeks experienced, talented writer for the staff reporter position
The reporter works with an editor to develop stories, interviews sources and writes 2-3 stories a week. The reporter also covers a specific beat. The work load is up to 25 hours a week. Previous writing experience or publication is preferred but not required. To apply, please visit www.mndaily.com/jobs or stop at the Daily offices to fill out an application.

UnitedHealth Group seeks strategic communication interns for summer and fall 2009 interns
UnitedHealth Group has scheduled three on-campus interviews for CLA students for three, full-time, paid internships – two for fall semester 2009, and one for summer 2009. There are 2 openings for the fall internships, and one opening for the summer internship. Undergraduate students (junior, senior, graduate level) with a background and experience in communications, writing, and journalism are encouraged to apply.

Asian American Journalists Association scholarship deadline is March 27
Use a common application to apply for two scholarships for college students pursuing careers in print, broadcast, or online journalism, or photojournalism. Visit: http://www.aaja.org/programs/for_students/journalism_scholarships.

National Association of Hispanic Journalists scholarship deadline is April 6
Scholarships are open to a range of students – from incoming freshmen to graduate students – depending on the guidelines and criteria for each category or the donor of the scholarship. For more information on the scholarships, criteria, and the application, visit: http://www.nahj.org/educationalprograms/nahjscholarships.shtml

White House News Photographers Association annual contest deadline is March 1
Several categories exist for this photography competition – all photojournalists should consider applying. Winning portfolio will receive a $1,000 award, two tickets to the annual WHNPA black tie gala in Washington, D.C. and featured work printed in the Eyes of History awards book and traveling exhibit. Entries will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. EST on March 1, 2009. Download the contest rules and guidelines at: www.whnpa.org/studentcontest.

March 6, 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at McNamara Alumni Center
This special event is for CLA juniors, seniors, and recent grads (May 2008 or after). Whether you're looking for a job now or later, you need to prepare. This event provides strategies for a tough job market, job-search advice directly from employers, resume critiques, and a tasty lunch! Cost is $10.

Learn more and register on GoldPASS (https://goldpass.umn.edu ), the U of M's job site. Just log into GoldPASS and go to the Career Events tab, where you'll see the 'Jump Start Your Job Search' link. Questions? Contact the Career and Community Learning Center at 612-624-7577 or cclc@umn.edu.

February 20, 9am-3pm
Namara Alumni Center, U of M Campus
Presented by the Advertising Federation of Minnesota (AdFed), this annual event gives students the chance to network with industry professionals, tour local agencies, receive direction on creative work and take part in career discussions. Registration required ($40), visit: https://ssl.arcstone.com/nonprofitsolutions/oer2/index.cfm?org_id=102.

At the next meeting Wednesday, February 11, 2009 there will be committee time.
As a reminder, spring membership dues are due February 18. For the month of February participate in Penny Wars between committees. This is an opportunity to fundraise for the Make a Wish Foundation, so start saving your spare change and bring it to each meeting!
Visit online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa. Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

The Minnesota Programs and Activities Council (MPAC) will be accepting applications for 2009-2010 MPAC Committee Chairs starting on Monday, January 26th. This internship allows students to facilitate a team of peers in planning and promoting events such as concerts, films and special guest speakers and coordinate well known, campus-wide programs like Gophers After Dark and Spring Jam. Applications are available at www.sua.umn.edu/mpac and are due by Friday, February 20th, 2009.

Bill Foley is a Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist and a professor of Photography at Marian College in Indianapolis, Indiana. He has shot, published and/or lectured in 47 countries around the world, with emphasis on the Middle East. His photographs tell rich and deeply emotional stories for wire services, magazines and non-profit agencies.
Thursday, Feb. 5, 4pm
Nolte Center, Room 125
Free and open to the public!

GRADUATING THIS SPRING? APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEB. 3
ALL STUDENTS: If you plan to graduate this spring, you must apply by Tuesday, February 3. Click on the “graduation�? link under “Degree Planning�? on One Stop to find and complete the online application.

GRADUATING WITH HONORS THIS SPRING? APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FEB. 3
Click on the “graduation�? link under “Degree Planning�? on One Stop to find and complete the online application.

If you are working on your honors thesis/project, the “honors in progress�? form must be submitted to the office by February 3. When your project is completed, submit the “graduation with honors�? form, and (for those graduating at summa cum laude) a bound copy of your summa thesis; the final deadline for submission of the thesis is Friday, May 15, the last (working) day of finals week

The Meyocks Group announces three new summer internship opportunities for college juniors and seniors in account services, creative services and public relations. This West Des Moines, IA, firm specializes in integrated brand communications. To learn more, stop in to 110 Murphy Hall, or visit: www.meyocks.com.

The Murray Scholar Scholarship program, funded by the Jim Murray Memorial Foundation (JMMF), awards five (5) $5,000 scholarships annually to outstanding print journalism students, with emphasis on sports journalism, through a nationwide essay competition. In granting educational scholarships, JMMF continues to support the education of aspiring journalism students as they prepare for important roles in their profession and community. SJMC Internal Deadline is April 15.

The Institute on Political Journalism is now accepting entries for the Robert Novak Collegiate Journalism Award, which recognizes excellence in well-sourced news stories or analytical reports in collegiate publications that demonstrate an understanding of the basic ideas that support a free society. First place winner receives a $5,000 award. View the guidelines online: www.tfas.org/ipjawards.

Apply now for a number of scholarships offered exclusively to SJMC students! Deadline is this Friday, January 30.

If you have difficulty accessing the online form or have additional questions or concerns, please contact SJMC Undergraduate Student Services via e-mail at sjmcugs@umn.edu , or call 612-625-0120 or visit 110 Murphy Hall.

Please review competition guidelines online . Students must be current SJMC majors to participate. Stop in to 110 Murphy Hall to pick up the official application form. Deadlines below are internal SJMC deadlines to allow time for our internal SJMC review. If chosen to be nominated on behalf of the school we will submit your application on your behalf.

Deadlines:
February 23 – Personality/Profile Writing Competition
March 2 – Photo Competition III: Picture Story/Series
March 23 – Spot News Writing Competition
April 20 – Multimedia Competition

The Minnesota Daily is seeking an experienced, talented writer for the staff reporter position. The reporter works with an editor to develop stories, interviews sources and writes 2-3 stories a week. The work load is up to 25 hours a week. Previous writing experience or publication is preferred but not required. To apply, please visit www.mndaily.com/jobs or stop at the Daily offices to fill out an application. The position closes Thursday, January 29 at 5 p.m.

The Danish Institute for Study Abroad (DIS) has recently added a Communication & Mass Media program to their curriculum. A unique feature of the DIS program is a one-week study tour to London which includes a visit to the BBC. This study tour and a shorter regional tour are included in the cost of tuition. Linda Lindholm recently attended a week-long Educators Workshop at DIS in Copenhagen and would be happy to talk with any students who are interested in this study abroad program. Contact: lindh001@umn.edu.

With a little more than two weeks remaining, now is the opportunity to learn more about Access and to submit a 1,000 – 1,500 word essay. We’re challenging Gen Y undergraduate and graduate-level students to voice their ideas on where Access will take us next and how it will impact business, technology, medicine, the environment, the economy, and more. The winner will have their essay featured in Access Review, the annual business magazine published by FedEx that explores the powerful, positive megatrend of Access through a variety of individual, social, economic, and global lenses. Winners will also receive full registration to the 2009 Net Impact Conference at Cornell University, and Net Impact is providing cash prizes of $2,000 (1st place), $1,000 (2nd place), and $500 (3rd place). Essays are due: Friday, February 6, 2009.
For more information and contest requirements, visit www.netimpact.org/access or e-mail access@netimpact.org.

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health is sponsoring its 3rd annual “It’s Global�? public service announcement (PSA) contest. School of Public Health (SPH) officials hope it will attract talented novice and seasoned filmmakers from across the country and beyond to heed the call and submit their work.

January 29, 2009, 5:00 -8:00 p.m.
Spill the Wine, 1101 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis
Information at adclub.umn@gmail.com

The first meeting of of the spring semester will be Wednesday January 28, 2009. At the meeting you can learn how to become a member in PRSSA, and hear our guest speaker from Minnesota PRSA, food will also be served at the meeting.

PRSSA is a professionally-affiliated, national organization dedicated in providing mutually beneficial relationships between professionals and students. It's a great way to gain an insight into the PR industry and build on your experience for your future career.

Visit online: http://www.tc.umn.edu/~mnprssa. Contact us at: umnprssa@umn.edu

PRSSA meets every Wednesday from 5:15-6:15 p.m. from 5:15-6:15 p.m. in Murphy Hall, room 100.

Many organizations will come to campus this spring to interview CLA students for jobs and internships. For the list of companies, positions, and application deadlines, log in to GoldPASS and click the 'On-Campus Interviews' tab.

If you have an internship THIS spring, apply for a CLA internship grant. The College of Liberal Arts offers $1200 grants to selected CLA undergraduates doing unpaid internships.
Visit the CCLC Web site for more information.

11:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at McNamara Alumni Center
This special event is for CLA juniors, seniors, and recent grads. Whether you're looking for a job now or later, you need to prepare. This event provides strategies for a tough job market, job-search advice directly from employers, resume critiques, and a tasty lunch! To learn more and register, visit: http://www.cclc.umn.edu/jsjs.

The 2009 Minnesota Newspaper Association Convention is coming up on Thursday, January 29 and Friday, January 30 at the Sheraton Hotel South in Bloomington, Minn. You will have the opportunity to network with more than 800 Minnesota newspaper professionals, including editors, publishers, and decision makers! Events include training, lectures, forums, roundtables and more.

The first ten students to sign up will receive free registration, compliments of the SJMC!
To register, please go to Murphy 110 by noon on Tuesday, January 27.
Questions? Please contact Maggie Cosgrove.

You choose your time – 135 Johnston Hall
This new event is open to all CLA students. Do a practice interview with an employer, then get feedback and advice after. To sign up, log in to GoldPASS: http://goldpass.umn.edu, and click on the “On-Campus Interviews�? tab.

Noon – 3 p.m., Willey Hall Atrium
All students thinking about law are welcome to attend this free event. Stop by to learn about law schools or law-related career options. Talk with representatives from law schools, paralegal organizations, corrections and law enforcement organizations, and test prep services. Some representatives will also have information on volunteer or internship opportunities. Learn more.

11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Great Hall, Coffman Memorial Union
You can make a difference in our community! Learn about local volunteer and internship opportunities and talk to representatives from more than 90 organizations to find a position that suits you. Learn more.

The Deadline is fast approaching to apply for the three summer internships being offered through the Chicago Chapter of the Asian American Journalists Association. Applications must be postmarked on Feb. 1, 2009.

The Construction Writers Association (CWA) is awarding scholarship(s) titled Build A Future Scholarship to undergraduate students who demonstrate outstanding skills, aptitude and motivation in the fields of journalism, communications, and public relations as they apply to the fields of architecture, engineering, or construction.

The monetary award is $2,000 (US Dollars) and it is open to students pursuing studies in any of the above fields. This scholarship also includes a full conference registration to the CWA Annual Conference. The estimated value is about $3,000.

Learn more.http://www.constructionwriters.org/awards/scholarship/

The American Copy Editors Society will be holding its 2009 annual conference at the Minneapolis Hilton from April 30 to May 2. With the theme of “Editing for the Future,�? the Twin Cities conference will focus on what the future holds for editors of the printed word while also helping them to be a part of that future. Also, the conference will feature the fundamentals of the craft while bringing together copy desk executives, professionals in many media, students and academics. Rates are reduced if you sign up before Feb. 28. For students, they are $75 for one day and $125 for all three days. If you are a student who is a member of ACES, that drops to $40 for one day and $75 for three. A hotel room at the Hilton costs $159 a night. For more and updated information, visit the American Copy Editors Society Web site.

Interested in the Strategic Communication M.A. program? Come to one of our information nights!

Monday, January 26, 2009
Monday, February 23, 2009
Monday, March 30, 2009
5:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
100 Murphy Hall
Meet Professor John Eighmey, Mithun Chair of Advertising and academic director for the program. Join us to learn more about the program and have your questions answered! We look forward to meeting you!

Learn more or apply online.

Visit the political science department Web site for more information.

To review the guidelines or apply online, visit the University Honors Web site.

To learn more stop in to 110 Murphy Hall or visit the Newspaper Guild Web site.

Learn more.

Award honors work that reflects the spirit of Eric Breindel: “Love of country and its democratic institutions as well as the act of bearing witness to the evils of totalitarianism.�? One prize of $10,000 will be awarded, with a paid internship at either Fox News Channel, The Wall Street Journal, or the New York Post. Learn more.

This competition showcases the best public relations work from college students in Minnesota, North Dakota and Wisconsin. Show Minnesota PRSA professionals your public relations skills and experience! Competition is not limited to students in PRSSA. Learn more.

Intern at chicagotribune.com and prepare yourself for a future in online journalism. Learn more requirements.

Spend the summer working at the Chicago Tribune. The scholarship comes with a $2,500 award and a 10-12 week internship. Learn more.

Scholarships available. Learn more and apply online

Spend the summer working at NBC 5 –Chicago. This scholarship comes with a $2,500 award and 10-12 week internship. Learn more.

12-4 p.m. Job Fair, 4-6 p.m. Networking Reception, held at the University of Chicago
Attend this job and internship fair; open to all Big 10 students and recent alums. Learn more

Positions available include: account service, art director/designer, copywriter, and interactive. Deadline is March 2. Learn more about the agency and their application process.

February 20, 1-4 p.m. at Target Center, downtown Minneapolis
Network with professionals from organizations in the Sports/Entertainment Industry, including: Timberwolves, Lynx, Vikings, Twins, Alexandria Beetles, Waterloo Bucks and more! Cost is $25 and includes participation in the career fair and a ticket to the Timberwolves game vs. Indiana that night. Learn more: hr@timberwolves.com.

February 11
11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Coffman Union, Great Hall
Stop by to learn about Twin Cities volunteer and internship opportunities.

February 9
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Minneapolis Convention Center
This is the biggest student career fair in Minnesota, and it was created just for you. More than 150 organizations will be recruiting U of M students and alumni for hundreds of jobs and internships. Register online.

Application deadline for Washington Politics & Journalism Semester is Feb. 28.
Interested in political reporting? Apply for this semester-long program of the Washington Center for Politics & Journalism.

The Scripps Howard Foundation is offering nine winners an expense paid journalism study experience in Japan and South Korea June 13-27, 2009. Learn more and apply online
Deadline is February 28.

Mark your calendars for the SJMC Alumni Society's annual Twin Cities Media Stars Quiz Bowl on January 29, 2009!