The Upstart

Covering the 2026 MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop

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Braving the basics; journalists learn the core values of reporting

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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

MIPA 2026 begins

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Camper Danielle Smith celebrates her birthday on the first day of MIPA camp. With two snaps and a wish, MIPA’s Summer Workshop opens once again, but this time on a frightful note. A fear of any good journalist is that of wasted potential. But the theme this year is ‘fearless,’ and tonight’s commencement introduced every participant to the opportunity to crush that … [Read more...] about MIPA 2026 begins

MIPA gives young journalists a professional head start

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    Journalism is a rapidly changing and evolving field of study, the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association’s (MIPA) summer workshop puts students in the classroom with seasoned professionals. This allows young journalists just entering the field to receive advanced training.   Jeremy Steele, a director of the MIPA workshop, professor and … [Read more...] about MIPA gives young journalists a professional head start

Exploring Your Future

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From pre-professional advising to nationally ranked programs, Michigan State University equips students with the tools to lead across industries.By: Antonio Cholagh At Michigan State University, students aren’t just choosing a major — they’re preparing for careers that shape industries and impact communities. Whether their interests lie in medicine, journalism, law or … [Read more...] about Exploring Your Future