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Covering the 2026 MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop

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Gude’s class uses paper airplanes to collect data

July 30, 2013 by Haley Kluge Leave a Comment

“If you’re a dead body in a morgue, you’re going to be less noticed than a dead body on a lawn,” instructor of Illustrations and Infographics Karl Gude said. “So metaphorically, how can you be the dead body on the lawn? You have to learn to be different and be creative to be noticed.” Explaining the differences between good graphics and great graphics on Monday, Gude tried … [Read more...] about Gude’s class uses paper airplanes to collect data

Summer groups bring energy to campus

July 30, 2013 by Meg Dedyne Leave a Comment

Throughout the week of the MIPA camp for young journalists, it is found the fun activities scheduled aren't just for the students. Operations coordinator 1, Tammy Jo Sopocy, walks through the hallways proud to represent her bright pink hat. She said she couldn't let the kids have all the fun and joined right in on Monday, July 29th for hat day. "Making sure everyone is safe … [Read more...] about Summer groups bring energy to campus

Break dancers showcase moves in East Shaw terrace lounge

July 29, 2013 by Lexi Carter Leave a Comment

Story written by: Michelle Demo Photos taken by: Lexi Carter Surprising events unfolded tonight as three men proceeded to breakdance in East Shaw’s terrace lounge after classes dismissed. Junior William Kang and senior James Hermiz are both members of the MSU breakdance group. The two practice their skills often and were informed of the opportunity to practice with … [Read more...] about Break dancers showcase moves in East Shaw terrace lounge

MIPA students customize camp shirts

July 29, 2013 by Meg Dedyne Leave a Comment

Hundreds of MIPA students walked into Shaw Hall on Sunday afternoon, July 28, with a clean slate and an even cleaner T-shirt. Along with a week-long camp experience, MIPA staff gave the high school students a white T-shirt and the chance to make it their own with tie dye. However, due to the unpredictable Michigan weather, the tie dying was postponed to Monday. Chad Sanders, … [Read more...] about MIPA students customize camp shirts

Opinion students create personal blogs

July 29, 2013 by Olivia Griffin 1 Comment

Opinions students learn where their work is best suited online by creating blogs.  Read more about it here. Click below to read personal MIPA 2013 accounts from students taking the Opinions Coverage course. Angelica Euseany     angelicadawnise.wordpress.com Kathryn Grier     katiegrier.blogspot.com Caitlin Heenan     caitbheenan.wordpress.com Kalyn Hunt   … [Read more...] about Opinion students create personal blogs

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