Award presented to senator by SMPA Institute and graduation event info.....
Award presented to senator by SMPA Institute and graduation event info.....
May 13, 2018
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SMPA WEEKLY RUNDOWN
SMPA INSTITUTE PRESENTS INAUGURAL
PUBLIC DIPLOMACY AWARD TO TENNESSEE SENATOR
The Institute for Public Diplomacy and Global Communication recognizes Sen. Bob Corker for his leadership as chair of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee.
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GRADUATION IS AROUND THE CORNER!
GRADUATION RECEPTIONS FOR FAMILY & FRIENDS
SMPA 2018 M.A. Graduation Brunch Reception
Graduating students in the Media and Strategic Communication master's program and their families are invited to a brunch reception following the CCAS ceremony.
May 18 | 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. | SMPA Broadcast Studio (Fifth Floor)
SMPA 2018 Graduation Breakfast Reception
Graduates of the Journalism and Mass Communication and Political Communication majors and their families are invited to a graduation breakfast reception.
May 19 | 9 – 11 a.m. | SMPA Second and Third Floor Lobbies
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SMPA HIGHLIGHTS
FUTURE OF JOURNALISM FINAL PROJECTS: CASE STUDIES & PREDICTIONS FOR THE FUTURE
Nikki Usher shares final projects from her honors seminar on the future of journalism. Students were tasked with conducting an in-depth analysis of news outlets of their choice and provided fascinating insights into the way forward for news organizations.
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SUMMER NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES!
ATTEND EXCLUSIVE EVENTS WITH DISTINGUISHED PROFESSIONALS THIS SUMMER
Sign up to receive exclusive invitations to attend SMPA events with distinguished media and public affairs professionals over the summer. These special events will provide amazing opportunities to make connections and learn about potential career paths in small group settings.
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UPCOMING DATES AND DEADLINES 
MAY 17
NLGJA STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES
Aspiring journalists are encouraged to apply for scholarships and professional development opportunities offered by NLGJA, the premier network of LGBTQ media professionals. 
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MAY 21
APPLY FOR A SUMMER 2018 KACIF TRAVEL GRANT
Knowledge in Action Career Internship Fund (KACIF) grants are available to GW students who are participating in unpaid internships that will advance their career.
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JULIAN CLEMENT CHASE PRIZE
This annual $1,000 prize recognizes exceptional writing projects focused on the District of Columbia in GW undergraduate classes.The prize honors Sgt. Julian Clement Chase, who was killed in action in Afghanistan after his acceptance to attend SMPA.
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JUNE 1
CHRONICLE OF HIGHER EDUCATION FALL 2018 REPORTING WORKSHOP
The Chronicle is hosting a series of workshops with student journalists. Learn how to read university tax forms, meet with a Chronicle mentor and perfect your résumé and cover letter. The fall workshop will take place from September 6 – 7.
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JULY 2
APPLY FOR THE FULLBRIGHT BERLIN CAPITAL PROGRAM FOR JOURNALISM
The Berlin Capital Program, operated by the German-American Fulbright Commission, invites up to 15 young American journalists and students of journalism to Germany to participate in a seminar on current developments in German media and politics. The program is conducted in English and is fully funded by the Fulbright Commission.
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Peter Loge was the keynote speaker at the ClearMark awards dinner hosted by the Center for Plain Language. His full remarks are available on Medium.com.
Jason Osder authored the Filmmaker Magazine article “Garrett Scott: A Legacy of Generosity at Full Frame Documentary Festival."
Janet Steele awarded the first annual Walter Roberts Award for Congressional Leadership in Public Diplomacy to Sen. Bob Corker, chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, at a ceremony on Capitol Hill. Coverage includes The Chattanoogan (Chattanooga, Tennessee), WDSI-Fox (Chattanooga, Tennessee), The Chattanooga Times Free Press, Local 24 (Memphis, Tennessee), and WJHL (Johnson City, Tennessee).
AROUND CAMPUS
REIMAGINING HEALTH CARE IN AMERICA
This briefing will feature forward-thinking leaders whose expertise spans the public and private sectors to share insights on how to foster innovation and build a brighter future for health care in America. 
May 14 | 12:30 p.m. | Dirksen Senate Office Building | REGISTER NOW »
2018 NATION STUDENT JOURNALISM CONFERENCE
The Nation magazine invites SMPA students to apply for their third annual Student Journalism Conference. The conference brings together the next generation of independent journalists to learn more about social movements, their historical and contemporary impact on electoral politics and how journalists can better cover them.
The conference is free for all accepted applicants and a small number of travel grants and free housing spots are available. 
June 1 | 9 a.m. – 6 p.m | The New School | New York City | LEARN MORE »
FACEBOOK JOURNALISM PROJECT
Join the Society of Professional Journalists D.C. Pro Chapter with Georgetown University’s graduate journalism program to learn about Facebook journalism tools. It’s the latest installment in SPJ's practical training for journalists.
June 4 | Georgetown School of Continuing Studies| REGISTER »
INMA WORLD CONGRESS OF NEWS MEDIA
INMA is inviting up to 20 SMPA students and faculty to attend the World Congress of News Media for free in D.C. This is a unique opportunity for students and academics passionate about the current and future state of journalism and news media internationally. The conference will feature David Rogers, author of “The Digital Transformation Playbook,” and famed journalist and author Bob Woodward.
Email smpacomm@gwu.edu if you would like to attend.
June 3 – 5 | Mead Center for American Theater | LEARN MORE »
NSMA SPORTS MEDIA CONVERGENCE SEMINAR
For any students or faculty interested in sports media, these seminars will be an opportunity to hear from some of the best in the business and learn alongside other sports media professionals. Several pro and college sports radio and TV play-by-play announcers will be available for one-on-one coaching sessions.
June 25 | Winston-Salem, North Carolina | LEARN MORE »
VOLUNTEER VIDEOGRAPHERS NEEDED!
UNITED NATIONS FOUNDATION GIRL UP SUMMIT
The United Nations Foundation seeks volunteer videographers for the Girl Up Summit to conduct interviews and collect B-roll footage for short minute videos. Videographers will be credited across UNF social channels reaching 600,000 followers. 
Videographers must be able to commit to working from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 9 and/or 10 in Washington, D.C.
Email smpacomm@gwu.edu for more information!
EXPLORE SAN FRANCISCO AND NEW YORK CITY WITH GW CAREER QUEST
The GW Career Quest Program provides students with invaluable professional and personal development experience in New York City over fall break and San Francisco over winter break. Both trips are open to rising upperclassmen and graduate students.
Apply by August 13 | LEARN MORE »
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