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SUMMARY:Student Journalist Staff Information Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Are you a high school senior looking to apply for MIPA’s Student Journalist Staff honor? Learn more about how to build you portfolio and prepare your application in this live online information session. \n\n\n\nComplete the RSVP form to receive information on how to join this live session via Zoom. \n\n\n\nThis session will include: \n\n\n\n\n– In Depth at Essay\, resume\, and reflections\n\n\n\n– Looking at past winners\n\n\n\n– Q&A\n\n\n\n\nSee also MIPA’s information session on Jan. 16.
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/student-journalist-staff-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar – MIPA will send you a separate email about how to access this webinar
CATEGORIES:MIPA Webinars,Spring Awards
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SUMMARY:2025 Student Media Leadership Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Select a ticket below to register. This is an in-person program. \n\n\n\nMIPA invites up to five students from each of our member programs to attend this workshop for future leaders in broadcast\, print or online news\, or yearbook. (Advisers do not need to attend with students.) \n\n\n\nWe encourage student participants to complete the online registration form with a parent. If a school or media program is paying the registration fee\, upon request MIPA can provide a combined invoice for all registered students. \n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, students will work with award-winning journalism advisers with decades of experience in training leaders for all of the challenges a school year brings. They’ll take your students through identifying key challenges and issues from their publications’ experiences and turning them into action steps for next year’s initiatives. As they develop their plan for the next year\, they’ll also participate in roundtables aimed at sharing ideas and resources about leadership\, staff culture and trends! \n\n\n\nLearn More About This Program |  Program Schedule \n\n\n\nPlease review payment and refund policies below before registering. \n\n\n\nParticipants must also complete the required permission forms \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease pay online with a credit or debit card at the time of registration. If a school or media program is paying the registration fee\, you may request an invoice upon checkout instead of submitting payment by credit card. An invoice will be emailed to you. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLast day to register for this program: Monday\, April 28\, 2025 Extended to noon\, Friday\, May 2 \n\n\n\nSummary of Key Policies\n\n\n\nPayment Policy\n\n\n\nAll fees must be paid before a participant is allowed to take part in our programming. If your school has said it will pay for part or all of the registration fee\, please verify payment with your teacher and/or school office before the start of the program. \n\n\n\nParticipants who owe a balance may pay by cash\, money order\, cashier’s check or credit card. We reserve the right to decline personal checks after the registration deadline. Payments by credit card can be made at https://mipamsu.org/payment \n\n\n\nBounced checks will be assessed a $30 service fee and the participant will be removed from registration until a credit card payment\, money order or cashier’s check for the registration amount plus the service fee has been received. \n\n\n\nRefund Policy\n\n\n\nFull refunds of programs fees will be made if MIPA is notified of a cancellation at least 24 hours in advance of the start of the program. Refunds of 50% will be made if cancellations are received prior to check-in by 24 hours or less. There will be no refunds for no-shows or those who do not complete the program for any reason\, including any participant who is removed from our program for violating our rules. \n\n\n\nIf for some reason you cannot come to the workshop\, you may transfer your registration to another person. \n\n\n\nIf MIPA cancels this program or switches to remote learning prior to the start of the program\, participants will have the option to receive a full refund. \n\n\n\nRequired Permission Form Packet\n\n\n\nTo complete the registration process\, a parent or guardian must complete and return our permission form packet\, which includes: \n\n\n\n\nParent/guardian consent to participate in our program (required);\n\n\n\nMedical treatment authorization\, which provides us with important health information about the participant and provides permission to treat the participant in the event of an injury or other medical problem (required);\n\n\n\nMedia release form\, which provides permission for participants to be photographed and videotaped (required).\n\n\n\nPermission to drive or commute independently\, for participants driving themselves to our program.\n\n\n\nPermission for drop-off by\, pick-up by\, or early release to another individual for those getting dropped off or picked up by someone other than the designated parents/guardians listed on workshop permission forms\, or for participants who may be riding to our program in a vehicle driven by another youth participant.\n\n\n\n\nThe first three forms listed above are mandatory for all participants. MIPA must have these signed forms on file before a participant is allowed to participate in our workshop. \n\n\n\nThese forms may be in addition to permission forms from your school. \n\n\n\nSpecial Needs & Accommodations\n\n\n\nMIPA is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Jeremy Steele\, MIPA executive director\, at 517-353-6761 or ask@mipamsu.org at least 10 business days prior to the start of our program so that we have time to make necessary arrangements. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/2025-student-media-leadership-workshop/
CATEGORIES:One Day Workshop
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SUMMARY:2025 MIPA Adviser Institute
DESCRIPTION:This is an in-person program with a residential option.The inaugural MIPA Adviser Institute is designed to empower and equip educators with the knowledge and skills to excel in media advising. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned adviser or just starting out\, this workshop offers an immersive learning environment where you can develop and refine your curriculum\, dive into the intricacies of media law and ethics\, master the art of revision and coaching\, and discover effective strategies for structuring a thriving student media program. \n\n\n\nLearn More About This Program |  Daily Course Schedule |  Required and Recommended Supplies \n\n\n\nPlease review payment and refund policies below before registering.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMichigan Teachers: Please have your Michigan Online Educator Certification System Personal Identification Code (PIC) when you register. Your PIC is needed to award SCECHs. The best way to find your PIC is to either ask your Human Resources department or look it up on the Michigan Online Education Certification System (MOECS) system at https://www.michigan.gov/mde/Services/ed-serv/moecs \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLast day to register for campus lodging: July 1Last day to register for commuter option: July 15 \n\n\n\nLearn More About MIPA Adviser Institute Policies \n\n\n\nSummary of Key Policies\n\n\n\nPayment Policy\n\n\n\nAll workshop fees must be paid prior to the start of our program. If your school has said it will pay for part or all of the registration fee\, please verify payment with your school office before the start of the program. \n\n\n\nParticipants who owe a balance may pay by cash\, money order\, cashier’s check or credit card. We reserve the right to decline personal checks after July 1. Payments by credit card can be made at https://mipamsu.org/payment \n\n\n\nBounced checks will be assessed a $30 service fee and the participant will be removed from registration until a credit card payment\, money order or cashier’s check for the registration amount plus the service fee has been received. \n\n\n\nRefund Policy\n\n\n\nFull refunds of workshop fees will be made if we are notified of a cancellation by July 1. After July 1\, refunds of 50% will be made if cancellations are received at least 24 hours prior to check-in. If for some reason you cannot come to the workshop\, you may transfer your registration to another person. \n\n\n\nThere will be no refunds for no-shows or those who do not complete the program for any reason. \n\n\n\nIf MIPA cancels this programs or switches to remote learning prior to the start of the program\, participants will have the option to receive a full refund. \n\n\n\nBackground Check and Youth Safety Training\n\n\n\nMIPA follows Michigan State University rules requiring all individuals who have direct contact with minors at a campus youth program pass a criminal background check within 12 months of the program. Please complete MSU’s background check authorization form. \n\n\n\nBecause the Adviser Institute runs concurrently with our youth program\, the MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop\, we require you agree to a background check to comply with MSU youth safety policies. Adviser Institute participants also must complete MIPA-provided youth safety training.  As part of this training\, you will be asked to will be asked to review and sign a document that details Michigan State University conduct rules for youth programs. \n\n\n\nHealth & Safety Protocols\n\n\n\nParticipants agree to follow MIPA and MSU health and safety protocols\, which may change without notice in response to current conditions. \n\n\n\nMIPA strongly encourages all participants be vaccinated against COVID-19 and boosted with an FDA-approved or -authorized or WHO-approved vaccine. Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine. \n\n\n\nSpecial Needs & Accommodations\n\n\n\nMIPA is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Jeremy Steele\, MIPA executive director\, at 517-353-6761 or ask@mipamsu.org at least 10 business days prior to the start of our program so that we have time to make necessary arrangements. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/2025-mipa-adviser-institute/
LOCATION:Michigan State University Shaw Hall\, 591 N. Shaw Lane\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48825\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Workshop
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SUMMARY:2025 MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a writer\, photographer\, designer\, yearbook editor or news anchor — or if you’re just starting to explore journalism — MIPA will help you meet your goals and prepare for whatever challenges lie ahead. \n\n\n\nYou’ll spend five days living and learning on MSU’s East Lansing campus with some of the best instructors in the nation as you become a better journalist\, explore print or digital media creation and find your voice. \n\n\n\nEach participant may enroll in one workshop course. \n\n\n\nMIPA accepts participants entering grades 7-12 (for the upcoming fall) for any of our workshop courses. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person\, residential program. Participants will stay in an MSU residence hall with at least one roommate. Meals are provided in a residential hall cafeteria. Workshop sessions are held in MSU classrooms\, which may be a short walk from the residence hall. \n\n\n\nLearn More About the Summer Workshop and Register to Attend
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/2025-mipa-summer-journalism-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Summer Workshop
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SUMMARY:Adviser Day at the 2025 MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Media Advisers: Come visit your students at the MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop! Each year\, MIPA invites advisers to visit on the Tuesday of workshop week. You’ll get to have lunch with your students\, visit their classes and check on their progress.  Adviser Day Schedule  |  Background Check Authorization Form | Other Adviser Resources \n\n\n\nMIPA will provide you with a lunch ticket and a parking pass for the day. We will email you more information about Adviser Day the week before our event. Because of university rules\, your students may not leave campus during the workshop. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBackground Check Authorization\n\n\n\nMichigan State University rules require all employees\, volunteers\, contractors and other adults who have contact with minors at a campus youth program pass a criminal background check within 12 months of the program. All Adviser Day visitors must complete and submit the background check authorization form at least one week in advance. Learn more about this policy here. \n\n\n\n\nGet the background check authorization form (This is a simple form that can be completed and signed online.)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGet Your Ticket – Register for Adviser Day\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeadline to register for Adviser Day: July 17 \n\n\n\nLearn More About the MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop Policies \n\n\n\nGeneral Schedule for Adviser Day\n\n\n\nStart your day with a quick meeting with our staff\, then stay as long as you’d like! \n\n\n\n\n10:30-11 a.m.: Arrival\n\n\n\n11-11:30 a.m.: Welcome! Meet with MIPA Summer Workshop Director\n\n\n\n11:45 – 1:30: Lunch\n\n\n\n1:30 – 4 p.m.: Class\n\n\n\n4 – 5 p.m.: MIPA Cup Tournament\n\n\n\n5 – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner\n\n\n\n7 – 9 p.m.: Evening Session\n\n\n\n9 – 11 p.m.: Recreational Activities\n\n\n\n11 p.m.: Students must be on assigned floor\n\n\n\n11:15 p.m.: Bed check\n\n\n\n1 a.m.: Lights out\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Needs & Accommodations\n\n\n\nMIPA is committed to providing equal opportunity for participation in all programs\, services and activities. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Jeremy Steele\, MIPA executive director\, at 517-353-6761 or ask@mipamsu.org at least 10 business days prior to the start of our program so that we have time to make necessary arrangements. Requests received after this date will be honored whenever possible.
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/adviser-day-at-the-2025-mipa-summer-journalism-workshop/
LOCATION:Michigan State University Shaw Hall\, 591 N. Shaw Lane\, East Lansing\, MI\, 48825\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summer Workshop
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SUMMARY:MIPA Meetups
DESCRIPTION:What is it?\n\n\n\nAn opportunity for advisers to get together to network\, support and swap stories and ideas just in time for the second semester! Have questions about the individual contests or Spartan Critiques? We can help! MIPA will provide food and (non-alcoholic) beverages for each meetup. \n\n\n\nWhen and where is it?\n\n\n\nSaturday\, Jan. 31 in FOUR different locations across Michigan! Start times are in the early afternoon. \n\n\n\nHow do I sign up?\n\n\n\nGo to bit.ly/mipameetup2026! Sign up not required\, but helpful for a head count! \n\n\n\n\nLansing\n\n\n\nLansing Brewing Company\, 518 Shiawasee St.\, Lansing \n\n\n\n1 p.m. \n\n\n\nHosted by Cody Harrell \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnn Arbor\n\n\n\nMoonwinks Cafe\, 5151 Plymouth Road\, Ann Arbor \n\n\n\n2 p.m. \n\n\n\nHosted by Sara-Beth Badalamente \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKalamazoo\n\n\n\nLatitude 42 Brewing Co.\,  6101 W. Main. St.\, Kalamazoo \n\n\n\n2 p.m. \n\n\n\nHosted by Darcy Hassing \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRochester\n\n\n\nRochester Mills Beer Co.\, 400 Water St.\, Rochester \n\n\n\n1 p.m. \n\n\n\nHosted by Kaitlin Edgerton & Erica Kincannon
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/mipa-meetups/
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SUMMARY:2026 MIPA Summer Journalism Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re a writer\, photographer\, designer\, yearbook editor or news anchor — or if you’re just starting to explore journalism — MIPA will help you meet your goals and prepare for whatever challenges lie ahead. \n\n\n\nYou’ll spend five days living and learning on MSU’s East Lansing campus with some of the best instructors in the nation as you become a better journalist\, explore print or digital media creation and find your voice. \n\n\n\nEach participant may enroll in one workshop course. \n\n\n\nMIPA accepts participants entering grades 7-12 (for the upcoming fall) for any of our workshop courses. \n\n\n\nThis is an in-person\, residential program. Participants will stay in an MSU residence hall with at least one roommate. Meals are provided in a residential hall cafeteria. Workshop sessions are held in MSU classrooms\, which may be a short walk from the residence hall. \n\n\n\nLearn More About the Summer Workshop and Register to Attend
URL:https://mipamsu.org/mipa-event/2026-mipa-summer-journalism-workshop/
LOCATION:Michigan State University\, East Lansing\, Michigan\, 48824
CATEGORIES:Summer Workshop
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