SMPA WEEKLY RUNDOWN

Jan. 20, 2019

Veteran White House correspondent and former SMPA Terker Distinguished Fellow April Ryan returns to campus on Feb. 5 for an inside look at reporting from the front lines of the Trump White House.

How are reporters adjusting to the new normal of chaos and confusion in the Trump administration? Don't miss her SMPA book talk, moderated by Professor Cheryl W. Thompson.

GW POLL FINDS DEEP PARTISAN DIVIDES AND NO MIDDLE GROUND TO END SHUTDOWN

The poll shows deep and lasting partisan divisions on key policy issues like immigration and gives a first look at the field of potential 2020 candidates.

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TELL YOUR FRIENDS!

INTERNAL TRANSFER APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Have a friend who would be a great fit for SMPA? Let them know that transfer applications are now open!

CCAS sophomores are eligible to apply to either SMPA program up to two times.

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JMC SPECIAL HONORS APPLICATION NOW AVAILABLE

To apply for Journalism and Mass Communication Honors, graduating seniors must have a minimum 3.7 GPA and a portfolio of published work. A short letter to faculty should outline applicable achievements and career goals.

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POLITICS AND PROSE & GW PRESENT JASON REZAIAN

Jason Rezaian, a former SMPA Terker Distinguished Fellow, will discuss his new book, “Prisoner,” with Frank Sesno on Jan. 23, 2019 at 7 p.m. in the Dorothy Betts Marvin Theatre.

GW Events is offering a limited number of free tickets for current students to attend and tickets are also still available for public purchase.

JAN. 24

SOCIETY FOR NEWS DESIGN SEEKS COMPETITION VOLUNTEERS

Interested in seeing the best digital design from around the world and hearing experts discuss what makes that work stand out?

The Society for News Design is looking for student volunteers to assist judges and help with live coverage around the event, which takes places in downtown D.C. from Feb. 7 – 9.

Email Washington Post Deputy Design Director Brian Gross at gross.brian@gmail.com by Jan. 24 to find out more.

JAN. 24

REGISTER FOR A FOX NEWS MASTER CLASS

Apply by Jan. 24 to join the Fox News D.C. bureau for an exclusive master class designed to develop high potential college journalists. You'll meet the D.C. Bureau leadership team, tour the bureau, and learn from the experts. The master class will take place on Thursday, Feb. 7, from 10:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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JAN. 31

SMPA DIRECTOR'S COUNCIL MEETING

Join SMPA Director Frank Sesno for the second SMPA Director's Council meeting of the school year. All SMPA majors are welcome to attend!

The council will meet at 4 p.m. in SMPA conference room 406A.

FEB. 1

APPLY TO RECEIVE ACADEMIC CREDIT FOR YOUR SPRING INTERNSHIP

SMPA juniors and seniors can apply to earn three credits for their internships.

FEB. 4

APPLICATIONS FOR SMPA PRIZES AND SCHOLARSHIPS OPEN

Each year, SMPA offers awards, fellowships, prizes, and other special opportunities to enhance students' abilities to pursue their academic goals and be recognized for their achievements.

Students were awarded over $150,000 in SMPA scholarships during the 2017 – 2018 school year.

Applications will be due on March 1. 

FEB. 6

APPLY FOR THE GW NEW VENTURE COMPETITION

Ready to chase your dream? Join the GW New Venture Competition!

The competition gives students, faculty and alumni a real-world learning opportunity in entrepreneurship with support from the GW Office of Innovation and Entrepreneurship.

FEB. 8

APPLY FOR THE 2019 INDONESIA SUMMER STUDIES PROGRAM

Explore the language and culture of Indonesia through a ten-week language and cultural studies fellowship held in Yogyakarta and Jakarta, Indonesia.

FEB. 28

FOREIGN CORRESPONDENT TRAINING IN PRAGUE

Want to experience the life of a foreign correspondent? Register for a two-week TOL Education course in Prague, Czech Republic, this July where you will learn tips of the trade directly from working correspondents and pursue your story.

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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Imani M. Cheers joined CGTN America for a segment on the current trend of social media influencers.

Kimberly Gross co-authored the Washington Post Monkey Cage article "No wonder there’s a shutdown: New poll shows how much Republicans and Democrats really disagree on immigration."

Nina Seavey was a panelist at the Copyright Matters event “Public Domain: The Lifecycle of Copyright” at the Library of Congress.

Nikki Usher was quoted in the article "Facebook follows Google with funds to support journalism" and appeared on the podcast "3 Sins for National Media to Avoid in 2019."

Silvio Waisbord authored “Communication: A Post-Discipline,” published by Polity Press.

ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT

Joanna Rodriguez, B.A. '14 and MPS '15, began a new job as communications director for Rep. Michael Waltz (FL-6). Previously, Rodriguez was the communications director for former Rep. Carlos Curbelo and served in a variety of other communications roles in the House of Representatives, the Senate and on campaigns. 

Emily Carlin, B.A. '17 and M.A. '19, started as the communications director for Rep. Anthony Gonzalez (OH-16). Carlin has worked for several members of the House of Representatives since graduation. While at GW, Carlin interned for Sen. Rob Portman (R-OH), the NRCC and on John Kasich's 2016 primary campaign. 

FILM SCREENING: "C.S.A THE CONFEDERATE STATES OF AMERICA"

Join GW’s Counseling and Psychological Services for a screening of Kevin Willmott’s critically acclaimed feature, “C.S.A. The Confederate States of America,” followed by a discussion with Willmott regarding racism today, its portrayal in various media and future change.

This event is part of GW's King Week, organized by the MSSC.

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NIH SEEKS HEALTHY VOLUNTEERS

The purpose of this research study is to better understand how the brain and body work when healthy volunteers feel anxious.

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