After getting a behind-the-scenes look at the production side of broadcasting yesterday, the Smile, You’re On Camera students had the opportunity to see the field from a more personal angle. WLNS weekend anchor Lauren Thompson visited the students in the Snyder-Philips auditorium during the morning of Aug. 1 to talk to them about her profession and the realities of pursuing … [Read more...] about WLNS anchor speaks to broadcast students
Photographers work at LCC improving their techniques
Every morning about 60 of MIPA’s summer workshop students climb on a bus destined for an off-campus location. Five Miles away at Lansing Community College, the Shoot Like a Pro, Sports Photography and From Covering to Publishing classes spend their days diving into photography. Shoot Like a Pro is one of MIPA’s more advanced photo classes. Instructor Paula Turner said the … [Read more...] about Photographers work at LCC improving their techniques
Ben Daniels Band Concert Recap
Opening with their song “Baby Doll,” the Ben Daniels Band drew a crowd of about 100 student journalists and workshop instructors. “I found myself jammin’ out, tapping my foot,” said Shannon Shaver of Plymouth high school. “It was a good experience having everyone outside covering entertainment in a different way.” The band played for about a half an hour in the … [Read more...] about Ben Daniels Band Concert Recap
MIPA students work to earn ‘cash’ during summer camp
In addition to their regular class loads, MIPA student journalists have the opportunity to earn "MIPA money" in the form of "Chad Change" or "Rod Rubles." By submitting these pink and orange bills with their names written on the back, students will be put into a drawing for some end-of-the-week prizes. Here are a few ways campers can get their hands on the workshop's exclusive … [Read more...] about MIPA students work to earn ‘cash’ during summer camp
Ben Daniels’ Band to perform tonight at MIPA concert
Live concerts… at journalism camp? That’s right, MIPA. Monday night will offer students a chance to take a break from their cameras and computers and listen live to the Ben Daniels’ Band. MIPA’s first-ever outdoor concert will take place in the Phillips-Snyder courtyard at 9 P.M. This Lansing-originated band has produced six CDs and toured across the country. Their sound … [Read more...] about Ben Daniels’ Band to perform tonight at MIPA concert