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Michigan native Joe Hertler entertains MIPA students

July 31, 2013 by Kelly Martinek Leave a Comment

Raised in Lake Orion, Michigan, Joe Hertler, of Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers, performed for a crowd of MIPA student journalists last night behind Shaw Hall. Hertler performed a solo set, but promoted and sold his band's two most recent records, "On Being" and "The Russell Sessions" after the show.   Want more music from Joe Hertler & the Rainbow … [Read more...] about Michigan native Joe Hertler entertains MIPA students

Chad Sanders tackles multiple roles

July 31, 2013 by Haley Kluge Leave a Comment

Patiently waiting in line behind a buildup of students who want to change classes, grab a quick interview or earn some Chad Change, Everett High School’s senior Meeshon Rogers and 2013 graduate Jaimie Bozack are in a constant attempt to get some one-on-one time with camp director Chad Sanders. Because to them, he is much more than just a camp director. During the week, … [Read more...] about Chad Sanders tackles multiple roles

Sean Vichinsky discovers journalistic passion through scheduling fluke

July 31, 2013 by Jodie Bosheers Leave a Comment

Sean Vichinsky is a gamer. His favorite color is blue. He’s a Green Day fan and he dreads the morning alarm that starts his day. His passion for news and journalism however, sets him apart from his peers. As the Associate Editor of Divine Child’s online press, DC Faith In Action, Vichinsky said he works to absorb every aspect of the MIPA experience in order to help make the … [Read more...] about Sean Vichinsky discovers journalistic passion through scheduling fluke

Personality Profile on Ryan Martin from Detroit Cristo Rey HS

July 31, 2013 by JimStreisel Leave a Comment

Ryan Martin, a senior at Detroit Cristo Rey High School, sits on her dorm room bed and every so often glances at her bright red Windows phone. She flips onto her stomach and shakes her legs back and forth, displaying the playful side of her personality that seeps into everything she does. Humming a familiar Broadway tune from “Wicked,” she’s unaware of her surroundings and the … [Read more...] about Personality Profile on Ryan Martin from Detroit Cristo Rey HS

Personality Profile on Jordyn Pair

July 31, 2013 by JimStreisel Leave a Comment

Joyful Jordyn, “J-O-R-D-Y-N,” she spells, through kind facial expressions, a “tiny town” girl living in a very exciting world. From dancing to singing to wearing a black belt with pride, two things stand out the most: her shiny black glasses and her passion for writing. She wants to show the world her uniqueness by spending her time famously, not in a cubicle. She also … [Read more...] about Personality Profile on Jordyn Pair

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