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Braving the basics; journalists learn the core values of reporting

July 21, 2026 by Matthew Rumsey

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

Sports journalism classes tour MSU facilities

July 21, 2026 by Brody Turner

MIPA Sports Broadcasting and Sports Writing classes got guided tours of Breslin, Munn, and Spartan Stadium. Campers get a first-hand look at how and where members of the media navigate and operate these facilities on a day-to-day basis. … [Read more...] about Sports journalism classes tour MSU facilities

What does Brian Boesch know about journalism?

July 21, 2026 by Isha Savi

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?

Spike, camera, action

July 21, 2026 by Ryan Bezas

Ten MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop classes competed during the opening round of volleyball on July 20. The tournament will take place throughout the course of the camp with the championship game taking place on July 22 at 4 p.m. … [Read more...] about Spike, camera, action

The fearless Sheri Jones

July 20, 2026 by Belle Potter

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

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