As we pack our bags and and say goodbye to new friends, what will life look like for us after MIPA? Have you ever considered a life in journalism? Take a look around. Is MIPA housing the next Anderson Cooper or Barbara Walters? The Upstart alone, is home to two aspiring journalist who are anxious to begin a life behind the pen. From fashion journalism to newspaper journalism, … [Read more...] about Life after MIPA
Archives for July 2015
‘Unchecking the Box’ seminar prompts
A roaring applause welcomed three smiling Michigan State students/graduates to seats at the head of the lecture room. MIPA students had just viewed the documentary on racial identity made by Caitlyn Woudstra, Director, Dakota Johnson, Primary Editor, and Lindsay Benson, Co-Producer. Smiling, they introduced themselves and explained their parts in the making of their … [Read more...] about ‘Unchecking the Box’ seminar prompts
Young journalists take on MIPA
Around 1400 miles away, middle schooler Rian Turner finds her way to Michigan State University for a week of journalism camp from Florida. She has never had experience with publications before, but had an initial interest in the class. “I wanted to have a new experience,” Turner said. “Instead of going to school and having to do it all year because I might not have liked it. … [Read more...] about Young journalists take on MIPA
Meet the band: Lights & Caves
You’ll never guess who’s back in town! Yup that’s right, Lights and Caves! The band of four is happy to be returning for MIPA’s 2015 workshop. Before their performance, a couple students from The Upstart were lucky enough to sit down with the band members and ask a few questions. Mackenzie McDonell, Sean Vichinsky, and Kristen Hiser dug deep to uncover all of the bands dirty … [Read more...] about Meet the band: Lights & Caves
Mästhëäd: The Rolling Not Stone Interview
By Ariana Taylor Snails. They’re really small and slimy and in their whole lives, they don’t really go anywhere, so they’re pretty much just like Mästhëäd. Mästhëäd is a rock band that plays once a year at MIPA. The members are Chad Sanders, Jim Streisel, Rod Satterthwaite, and Brian Wilson. Mostly performing covers of popular songs, Mästhëäd’s fan base is huge in … [Read more...] about Mästhëäd: The Rolling Not Stone Interview