Summer Workshop Courses

Broadcast News & Video

Interested in creating better news videos? Producing better interviews? Telling better stories? Creating a newscast? Then this course is what you need.

InDesign for Publications

Adobe InDesign is used by many journalists to design newspapers, magazines, yearbooks and other print products. Learn how to use this software to create effective designs to convey news and other information.

The Hawthorne Method: A disciplined approach to breaking the writing rules

MIPA’s nationally known writing expert teaches you how to break all the rules to create work that demands to be read. For more experienced writers.

Photojournalism

Our award-winning team of professional photojournalists and journalism educators will show you how to become a stronger visual storyteller while mastering your camera.

Beyond the Basics

Photographers with little training or who don’t regularly use the manual settings on their camera should explore Beyond the Basics.

Shoot Like a Pro

More experienced photographers who understand and use the manual settings on their camera should explore Shoot Like a Pro.

Podcasting & Audio Storytelling

Learn how to report and tell audio stories with the general manager and team of directors at Impact 89FM, Michigan State University’s award-winning student radio station.

Social Media Journalism

Develop your skills and create a solid social media plan that will meet readers on various platforms and bring them to your website, publication or broadcast.

Sports Coverage

This course will take participants through the core essentials of sports reporting — from covering live games to writing features.

Yearbook: Best Theme Ever

Prepare your yearbook for success by refining your theme and developing your plan for coverage.