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Sara-Beth Badalamente takes over as MIPA director

July 31, 2019 by Madison Echlin Leave a Comment

Sara-Beth Badalamente always knew that she was going to be involved with journalism. “As soon as I started writing for the newspaper, I wanted to be a journalist,” Badalamente said. She took over for former MIPA director Chad Sanders and became the director of MIPA this year. “I wish I could clone myself so that I could be in three places at once. Everything that kids are … [Read more...] about Sara-Beth Badalamente takes over as MIPA director

MSU Sports Turf Director gives account of incident at Michigan State vs. Michigan game

July 31, 2019 by Sami Ruud Leave a Comment

Amy Fouty, Assistant Athletic Director and Sports Turf Manager at Michigan State University gave the Sports Coverage class at MIPA summer journalism workshop an inside perspective on the field at Spartan Stadium on Tuesday. During the tour, a student asked a question about an incident that occurred during the 2018 football season at Michigan State’s match up with the University … [Read more...] about MSU Sports Turf Director gives account of incident at Michigan State vs. Michigan game

Student’s first time away from home without her parents comes with easy adjustment

July 31, 2019 by Hope Whitney Leave a Comment

Maggie Quinn, a sophomore at Grosse Pointe South High School, said she has never been to a camp independently, until now.  “It’s weird not having a parent or an adult around,” Quinn said. “At the same time it’s fun because I’m here on my own and I’ve adjusted well.”  Student activities director Sarah Ashman said there are kids every year like Quinn whose first … [Read more...] about Student’s first time away from home without her parents comes with easy adjustment

Tattoo artist Cam Pohl speaks to MIPA students on Monday (complete video)

July 31, 2019 by The Upstart Leave a Comment

Tattoo artist Cam Pohl, who is a participant in 12th season of the Paramount Network show "Ink Master," spoke to MIPA students during a press conference on July 29, 2019. Pohl, 27, was a former MIPA student when he was in high school. Below is the full video of the press conference filmed by students in Michael Kaufman's Broadcast Bootcamp class. MIPA Press Conference with … [Read more...] about Tattoo artist Cam Pohl speaks to MIPA students on Monday (complete video)

Students host podcast discussing relevant political topics

July 31, 2019 by Sami Ruud Leave a Comment

As part of the Podcasting, Audio Storytelling & Radio class, incoming seniors Manit Patel and Austin Aldrich of Huron High School have taken the initiative to begin a podcast named “River Chat.” They said they hope to be able to continue when they go back to school this fall, but on Tuesday the podcast hosted their first guests, two MIPA students Evan Ash from Community and … [Read more...] about Students host podcast discussing relevant political topics

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