Working with fellow Brighton Editor-in-Chief, Gavin Hoeh contributes to their theme. The pair started off with contrasting views on the theme, but believe meeting with Christina Hammitt helped them better understand leadership. "I like that it's applicable and interactive. It's very entertaining, but also fulfilling. It's worth it to be here," Hoeh said. The backbone of the … [Read more...] about Everyone’s a critic
Narratives
Braving the basics; journalists learn the core values of reporting
MIPA’s Summer Journalism Workshop has become a home for journalists all around the country. Coming back to the camp each year becomes a week that student journalists can always look forward to. But for some campers, it is the start of their journey in journalism. For Allie Carver, the Journalistic Storytelling course has kicked off the future of journalism for her. “I had … [Read more...] about Braving the basics; journalists learn the core values of reporting
What does Brian Boesch know about journalism?
Sports journalist Brian Boesch speaks to MIPA campers at a Monday night press conference. (Photo by David Pavelich) Brian Boesch is a passionate sports journalist. Currently a broadcaster for the University of Michigan, Boesch was pushed by his father to explore journalism as a middle schooler. “I was in eighth grade, and I had the option to take second study hall, and … [Read more...] about What does Brian Boesch know about journalism?
The fearless Sheri Jones
Jumping into her speech as the keynote speaker at the MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop on July 19, retired crime reporter Sheri Jones shares insights on being fearless as a journalist. Jones was a highly awarded broadcaster for WLNS TV6 for 37 years. (Photo by Belle Potter) Packed pencil to pencil, knee to knee, MIPA students entered N100 on July 19 armed with their … [Read more...] about The fearless Sheri Jones
Our farthest travelers’ journey to Michigan
Every year students between seventh and twelfth grade gather from across the state to study journalism at Michigan State University for the annual MIPA Summer Workshop Camp hosted at the college. Some students travel from a little farther than the state of Michigan. Four of these students sat down with us to discuss their journey to MIPA. Lauren Batts: Hometown: … [Read more...] about Our farthest travelers’ journey to Michigan