Puppies Inside! + Exclusive summer networking opportunities................
Puppies Inside! + Exclusive summer networking opportunities................
May 6, 2018
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SCHOOL OF MEDIA & PUBLIC AFFAIRS
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY

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SMPA WEEKLY RUNDOWN
Daisy Sherlock
TAKE A BREAK FROM FINALS!
COME MEET THE PUPPIES OF SMPA!
This Tuesday, stop by the SMPA fourth-floor lobby during business hours to pet these adorable dogs and take a break from studying for exams and writing papers. Daisy and Sherlock will be waiting to play with you and take your mind off finals.
FACEBOOK’S ‘MONOPOLY POWER’ ON SOCIAL MEDIA MUST BE REDUCED
SMPA visiting scholar Emma Briant, an expert on information warfare, says lawmakers should consider regulating companies like Facebook.
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SPECIAL SMPA 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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SMPA HIGHLIGHTS
IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
SIGN UP FOR SMPA 3236W BROADCAST NEWS REPORTING
This class will cover advanced techniques in television news reporting and editing. Students produce, shoot and edit news packages by teaming up to report in the field. The class is also a great way to satisfy your WID requirement!
Section 11 (CRN 25677) is offered M/W 2:20 – 3:35 p.m. 
Section 10 (CRN 23588) is offered M/W 12:45 – 2:00 p.m.
MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD!
SUBMIT FEEDBACK ABOUT THE SMPA CELEBRATION
Did you attend the SMPA Celebration Night? Fill out a brief survey for the chance to win SMPA swag!
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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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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Emma Briant authored the Open Democracy article “As Cambridge Analytica and SCL Elections shut down, SCL Group's defence work needs real scrutiny.”
Kerric Harvey was one of three judges and the official presenter of the Washington, D.C. International Film Festival “Best First Feature Film Award” at the 2018 closing ceremony and reception, speaking to a crowd of around 300 people at the French Embassy on April 29.
Steven Livingston was appointed to the International Criminal Court Technology Advisory Board.
Frank Sesno was quoted in The Washington Post article “‘Is this a thing? Is this a ... boom?’: How Washington copes with the insane Trump-era news cycle.’’
Nikki Usher authored the Poynter article “Yes, being downtown matters to newspapers.”
AROUND CAMPUS
PANEL ON TARIFFS AND AMERICA'S DEPENDENCE ON CHINA FOR MEDICINE
Join an internationally recognized panel of experts as they discuss the vulnerabilities created by the United States' dependence on China as a source for vital medicines in an uncertain geopolitical climate.
May 7 | 2 – 3:30 p.m. | 950 New Hampshire Avenue NW | RSVP »
POLITICAL CARTOONING IN THE AGE OF IGNORANCE AND RAGE
The DC Pro chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists and the local chapter of the American Society of Journalists and Authors will host Alexandria-based editorial cartoonist Steve Artley. SMPA students are invited to attend for free.
May 9 | 6:30 – 8 p.m. | The Fund for American Studies | 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 »
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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