MIPA Upstart students pose for their last group photo together before the closing ceremony on July 23. MIPA campers and staff, it's been an honor to serve as your 2026 Upstart Fellows. We may have only convened for five days, but it felt like a lifetime of treasured moments. We feel incredibly fortunate to have been given the opportunity to cover all of your ups and downs, … [Read more...] about Goodbye MIPA 2026
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Our farthest travelers’ journey to Michigan
Every year students between seventh and twelfth grade gather from across the state to study journalism at Michigan State University for the annual MIPA Summer Workshop Camp hosted at the college. Some students travel from a little farther than the state of Michigan. Four of these students sat down with us to discuss their journey to MIPA. Lauren Batts: Hometown: … [Read more...] about Our farthest travelers’ journey to Michigan
Exploring Your Future
From pre-professional advising to nationally ranked programs, Michigan State University equips students with the tools to lead across industries.By: Antonio Cholagh At Michigan State University, students aren’t just choosing a major — they’re preparing for careers that shape industries and impact communities. Whether their interests lie in medicine, journalism, law or … [Read more...] about Exploring Your Future
The next generation of journalists are testing their superpowers
Iconic DC superhero, Superman, was born with incredible powers that set him apart from other people. He can shoot lasers out of his eyes, fly at the speed of light and lift more than 100,000 tons. In contrast, Batman was born with the superpowers of an average human being. Instead he creates his own power. Editor of the Midland Daily News, Dave Clark says a … [Read more...] about The next generation of journalists are testing their superpowers
Creativity and Connection
Walsworth offers creativity and connection at MIPA CampBy: Antonio Cholagh Representatives from Walsworth Yearbooks spent the week at MIPA Summer Workshop helping student journalists bring their yearbook visions to life while offering advice, tools and encouragement at the vendor fair. “We attend both the MIPA Summer Workshop and the fall conference every single year,” … [Read more...] about Creativity and Connection