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Read about SMPA research & apply for scholarships as you enjoy Fall Break!
Read about SMPA research & apply for scholarships as you enjoy Fall Break!
HAPPY FALL BREAK!  | Oct. 8, 2018
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SMPA WEEKLY RUNDOWN
CUTTING-EDGE RESEARCH
SMPA HOSTS DISINFORMATION CONFERENCE
The Contentious Narratives conference brought together top disinformation academics and reporters for research presentations and expert panels.
Professor Matthew Hindman presented his newly released Knight Foundation report on Twitter disinformation campaigns and Professor Ethan Porter presented research on political mistruths from his forthcoming book.
The research conference was organized by Professor Steven Livingston and continues the work of previous events at GW and Harvard.
Presentation and panel videos will be available soon.
EVENT LINEUP »
HEALTH AND PLACE IN AMERICA
A new report by SMPA's American Communities Project explores the intersection of health, community and geography in the United States.
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General Robert Neller
DEFENSE WRITERS GROUP BREAKFAST WITH GENERAL ROBERT B. NELLER
SMPA's Project for Media and National Security invites students to sign up for limited-availability seating at on-the-record breakfasts with national security decision-makers.
The next breakfast is on Wednesday with the Commandant of the Marine Corps, General Robert B. Neller.
Oct. 10 | 8 – 9 a.m. | Fairmont Hotel | RSVP to preethyjana@gwu.edu
Matt Schudel poses in front of The Washington Post logo
Photo Credit: Meg Maclean
A MASTER CLASS IN WRITING OBITUARIES
SMPA students are invited to learn the art of shaping the story of a life from Washington Post obituary writer Matt Schudel.
To RSVP, email Professor Belkind at mbelkind@gwu.edu.
Oct. 16 | 3:45 – 5 p.m. | MPA B01
APPLY FOR A MANHEIM-STERLING UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH PRIZE
Pursue your big idea and creative passion! The Manheim-Sterling Undergraduate Research Prizes awards up to $1,500 for mentored research and creative activity.
Applications are due Nov. 2. and require a letter of support from an SMPA faculty member.
START YOUR APPLICATION »
UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES 
OCT. 15
CHIPS QUINN SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The program offers training, mentoring and paid internships to college upperclassmen and graduate students who aspire to careers in the news and information business.
APPLY NOW »
OCT. 15
GW PRESIDENTIAL FELLOWSHIP
GW's PAF program offers high-achieving seniors the opportunity for professional development while pursuing a master's degree at GW.
APPLY NOW »
OCT. 15 & NOV. 14
INFORMATION SESSION: GLOBALIZATION AND THE MEDIA PARIS SEMINAR
Globalization and the Media gives an insider's view of the dynamic and growing field of global media through a lecture course at GW and spring break trip to Paris.
The trip takes students inside the homes and offices of some of the global media industry's most influential figures.
Both information sessions are at 7 p.m. in MPA 406A.
APPLY NOW »
OCT. 23
THE FUTURE OF FREE SPEECH ON CAMPUS
Free speech and open inquiry on campus have been critical components of social change throughout American history. GW Law and SMPA will co-host a discussion on the importance and limits of campus expression.
Oct. 23 | 4 – 6:30 p.m. | Jack Morton Auditorium | REGISTER NOW »
NOV. 15
WOMEN OF REDPEG GLASS CEILING SCHOLARSHIP
RedPeg Marketing will offer two $5,000 WoR on the Glass Ceiling scholarships to sophomore and junior female students studying communications or marketing.
APPLY NOW »
MARCH 3
PLANET FORWARD STORYFEST COMPETITION 
Planet Forward's annual competition recognizes compelling, student-told stories that illuminate environmental issues and solutions. The grand prize trip is a 10-day storytelling voyage through the Galápagos Islands.
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The 2018 Institute for Documentary Filmmaking project “Boys in the Boat” won the Best Student Film Award at its premiere at the Awareness Festival in Los Angeles. This is the second straight year that an SMPA student team won the award.
Matthew Hindman co-authored the report “Disinformation, ‘Fake News’ and Influence Campaigns on Twitter” that has been cited by The Washington Post, NPR, CBS News, Mic and more. He also presented on the report at SMPA's Contentious Narratives conference.
Steven Livingston moderated a discussion at the launch event for a special issue of the Columbia University Journal of International Affairs on disinformation and hosted SMPA's Contentious Narratives conference.
Jason Osder and William Youmans were named Double Exposure fellows, a program that fosters dialogue between filmmakers and journalists working on investigative documentary projects as part of the Double Exposure Investigative Film Festival.
Ethan Porter was quoted in The Washington Post article “The New York Times revealed how Fred Trump funneled $413 million to his son Donald. Will that change American opinion?” and presented at SMPA's Contentious Narratives conference.
Frank Sesno joined CNN's “Reliable Sources” and MSNBC “Morning Joe” to discuss media coverage of the Brett Kavanaugh confirmation battle.
AROUND CAMPUS
GW STUDY ABROAD FOFAC INFO SESSION
The Office for Study Abroad will host 12 information sessions for students interested in learning about GW's Focus on Fall Abroad Community.
Oct. 1 – 30 | Marvin Center 5th Floor | LEARN MORE »
HATCHET FALL CONFERENCE
The Hatchet's annual Fall Conference features panels and networking with journalists from media outlets including CNN, Politico, Bloomberg, Axios and more!
The keynote features John Harris, the editor in chief and founder of Politico.
Register using promo code HATCHETSALE for 50% off tickets.
Oct. 20 | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Marvin Center Grand Ballroom | REGISTER NOW »
CORCORAN COSTUME BALL
Corcoran will host a costume ball featuring a DJ, live musical performances and a dessert bar. The event is free for all GW students. Admission by costume only.
Oct. 20 | 8 – 11 p.m. | Flagg Building | LEARN MORE »
GSPM COMBINED DEGREE INFO SESSION
GW's Graduate School of Political Management (GSPM) is hosting an informational dinner for undergraduate students interested in the combined-degree program in Political Management.
Hear from students who participated in the program while enjoying free pizza!
Oct. 24 | 6 – 8 p.m. | Monroe Hall | REGISTER NOW »
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