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Journalism Jobs, Internships Amid COVID Crisis with Sam Feist, CNN D.C. Bureau Chief
Dear SMPA Students,
We've heard from many of you about disruptions to your internships and jobs this summer. We are trying to help, looking for and posting internships and jobs, bringing you together with Career Services, holding open office hours.
On Friday, April 24th from 2-3 pm ET, SMPA National Council member and CNN Washington Bureau Chief Sam Fiest will join us to discuss media internships and job prospects in the age of COVID-19. Sam is incredibly knowledgeable and will share ideas and suggestions. We're working on a similar event for political communication majors, but any and all are welcome to join us on Friday.
There are no magic answers here, but good and creative ideas are more important than ever. Sam will have some!
We look forward to seeing all who are interested and hope you are healthy and well.
Take Care,
Frank Sesno
Director, SMPA
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STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
Are you working on any side projects at the moment? Have you had any articles or stories published recently? You all are doing amazing things and we want to hear about it!
Email Sarah Crisci at Criscis@gwu.edu and we will feature you in the Rundown and on our social media!
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SMPA AWARDS ANNOUNCEMENT!
We always look forward to this time of year and we promise this year is no different! It's a wonderful time to recognize YOU!
Mark your calendars & stay tuned for a special presentation on April 27th at 12PM ET!
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SMPA NATIONAL COUNCIL MEMBER DOES NETFLIX
SMPA Director Frank Sesno sits down with National Council member, journalist, and author A'Lelia Bundles to discuss the new Netflix series and re-released book of "Self Made" about her great-great-grandmother Madame C.J.Walker.
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SMPA is committed to helping you in your search for jobs and internships. We are working each week to make sure you have the most up-to-date information, resources, and support you need to succeed.
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GW CENTER FOR CAREER SERVICES
GW Center for Career Services is available to you exclusively via phone and email during regular operating hours (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm). They have virtual job fairs, virtual resources (how to practice for virtual interviews via Interview Stream or GW career Connect), and LinkedIn Learning classes (ie how to be a successful remote worker- free via handshake). And you can schedule a one-on-one virtual appointment with a career coach!
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SUMMER INTERNSHIP
Did you know that you have the option to take a zero-credit internship course over the summer? This option is made available through the Center for Career Services. It helps students who want to intern for a company that requires them to be registered for internship credit - but it costs just $35 to register. This makes it possible for students who don't need the internship to count toward their SMPA major to take advantage of the opportunity without having to register for 3 academic credits during the summer.
If you require a letter verifying course enrollment for your internship, you can request it through the application form. For further questions about this course or other internship credit options, you can discuss it with your academic adviser. You can also reach out to the CCAS advising office though the main email: ccasug@gwu.edu.
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PLANET FORWARD INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Planet Forward is looking for a student reporter and video production intern starting this summer!
The student reporter will find and report on interesting innovations, characters, and events from GW and other Planet Forward contributing universities, as well as the environmental, science, and journalism communities. The student reporter also may assist with research and writing for various Planet Forward productions and events, and the production of the editorial side of our website. All work will be posted on PlanetForward.org.
The video production intern will be involved in producing original video content for PlanetForward.org. This is essentially a field reporter position requiring knowledge and an awareness of on-campus and nearby events.
Applications are due May 15!
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MARRAKECH, INC. INTERNSHIP
Marrakech is one of the largest human service organizations in Connecticut and well known in the New Haven area.
Marrakech provides a broad array of programs for children and adults with and without disabilities throughout Connecticut. They are about to celebrate their 50th year in existence with a strong vision of people with disabilities and other barriers, living and working in their communities and accepted by their neighbors, co-workers, families, friends, and acquaintances for their individual qualities and contributions.
This is an exclusive opportunity for SMPA students! The position will be responsible for the development of content for major social networking sites, publicity and marketing materials as appropriate. Additional duties may include staff support for campaign and programming activities as needed.
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THE GW CARES STUDENT ASSISTANCE FUND
GW and SMPA are committed to being there for students during this time of uncertainty and disruption to daily life. SMPA undergraduate and graduate students who may be facing financial hardships, please use The GW Cares Student Assistance Fund as a resource.
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JUNIORS: PLAN EARLY IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SPECIAL HONORS IN POLITICAL COMMUNICATION!
To declare for special honors in PCM, students must have at least an overall 3.7 GPA at GW and in courses for the major. They may declare for Special Honors at the beginning of their senior year. Students take SMPA 4199 Senior Seminar in the first semester of the senior year and SMPA 4198 Special Honors Research Seminar in the second semester. To achieve Special Honors, the student must maintain the required GPA and present a successful oral defense of a research paper prepared for the Honors Research Seminar before a committee that includes the seminar instructor and two other faculty members nominated by the student in consultation with the seminar instructor.
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JMC HONORS
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 members on the SMPA Awards Committee should outline applicable achievements and career goals. Deadline is Sunday, April 26 by 11:59 PM
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PASS/NO PASS REQUEST FORM
For the Spring 2020 semester, CCAS students will have the option to take each of their undergraduate courses as pass/no pass for this semester only.
We encourage you to consult with CCAS academic advisors if you wish to use the pass/no pass option in any of your classes.
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GW COLONIAL HEALTH CENTER
It is imperative to remember that your physical and mental health is important. Remember to take walks, exercise, start a new project, connect with friends and family on Facetime or Zoom.
GW Colonial Health Center is available should you need it at 202-994-8951 or by email at students@gwu.edu
Along with the Colonial Health Center, SMPA is here if you need anything. Please feel free to contact Jen Halpin at jhalpin@email.gwu.edu.
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MEDIA FILE IS LOOKING FOR WRITERS!
![]() MediaFile, an independent student-run publication tracking media news, is looking for staff reporters, multimedia producers, and more! Now in its fourth year, MediaFile is also looking for someone with news writing experience and a passion for politics to fill the role of politics editor. To apply, fill out the corresponding forms below.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT
SMPA has a wonderful group of people who are here to help should you run into any technical questions or issues during this online learning period.
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Silvio Waisbord was quoted in a story on political leaders and the pandemic in La Nacion (Argentina). He also published an article on post-pandemic prognoses in Anfibia Magazine.
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GW'S RESPONSE TO COVID-19
The health and safety of the GW community is a top priority for the University. The School of Media and Public Affairs encourages all students, parents, faculty, and staff to please read and follow the updates coming out of the George Washington University.
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