During the second to last class session at the 20011 MIPA Summer Workshop, the students worked diligently on their publications' staff manuals. "I'm pretty far (along on the project) and I've tried to work quickly to get it done," said Carolyn Berwick from Rochester High School. The students went into the classroom with their letters to be inserted into their staff … [Read more...] about ‘Money Matters’ students work hard to finish up staff manuals
Archives for August 2011
Lansing Derby Vixens discuss injuries at press conference
Four members of the Lansing Vixen Roller Derby team spoke about everything from memorable moments to training techniques at a press conference at the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association (MIPA) Summer Journalism Workshop on Aug. 2. Mostly, these fierce females discussed injuries, a common aspect of roller derby that players have simply accepted. However, the Lansing … [Read more...] about Lansing Derby Vixens discuss injuries at press conference
Sanders, Rau explain the progression of their relationship as directors
Betsy Pollard Rau, the current director of MIPA, reclines in a chair in Room 130 of the Michigan State University Business School. Chad Sanders, her long-time assistant director, climbs up the stairs and sit down next to her. Rau and Sanders have known each other since Sanders' teen years, and Rau was his teacher. Next year, Sanders will serve as the new director of MIPA when … [Read more...] about Sanders, Rau explain the progression of their relationship as directors
Derby Vixens host press conference for MIPA students
On Aug. 2, a press conference with members of the Lansing Derby Vixens was held at the business college on MSU’s campus. Members of the derby spoke to high school journalism students at the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association (M.I.P.A.) summer workshop. “Every time I put on my skates, I’m like ‘Holy crap I can’t believe I get to do this!’” said Kristen … [Read more...] about Derby Vixens host press conference for MIPA students
Infographics class makes progess on airplane project
On Aug. 2, Karl Gude's class continued their work on their paper airplane projects. The students began their work on a layout for an infographic for a paper airplane competition they had earlier in the day. The winning plane was made by Austin Mackey from Traverse City Central High School. They sketched out their idea and now are resketching it into Adobe Illustrator. The … [Read more...] about Infographics class makes progess on airplane project