The Upstart

Covering the MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop

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First-timers learn the ropes at MIPA 2011

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For over 400 young student journalists at the 2011 MIPA summer workshop, many have returned for another year of fun, but many more are here for the first time. First-time attendee Adrian Segovia, a senior from Traverse City High School, said he can't wait to begin learning here at MIPA. "I hope I learn to be more organized," Segovia said, "not only when it comes to doing … [Read more...] about First-timers learn the ropes at MIPA 2011

First-time attendees, veteran campers share differing views about start of MIPA camp

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For many students, the MIPA Summer Journalism Workshops are a brand new experience: Staying in a dorm room, meeting new friends, taking classes to their interest and, most importantly, having fun are all on the agenda. However, the first night can often be intimidating, especially if it’s a student’s first year here. Emily Cervone, from Grosse Pointe South High School, a … [Read more...] about First-time attendees, veteran campers share differing views about start of MIPA camp

Students socialize during MIPA mealtime

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Students participating in the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association "J-cation" summer journalism workshop were treated to pizza and ice cream after class on July 31. This time allowed students to work on their first class assignments and socialize with other young journalists, while helping to conclude the first day "back to the beach." By Samantha VanHoef / Upstart … [Read more...] about Students socialize during MIPA mealtime

‘Opinion Coverage’ class strives to make publications personal

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Julia Satterthwaite, Rochester HS teacher for six years, teaches her MIPA Journalism Workshop students all about columns, editorials, political cartoons and other opinionated pieces in publications. "I've been coming to MIPA for about eight years, but I've only been teaching this class for three," Satterthwaite said. The students in the class said they believe opinionated … [Read more...] about ‘Opinion Coverage’ class strives to make publications personal