It’s time to cure Hazelwood. The freedom of press is important to students now more than ever. In an effort to combat the effects of the Hazelwood v. Kuhlmeier decision, which restricted students’ First Amendment rights in school, states are trying to enact New Voices legislation. Indiana is among them. This year, the New Voices Campaign […]
“Spotlight” 5 Stars “Spotlight” is the number one film for young journalists. The Spotlight team, through their investigation of molestation and abuse in the Catholic church, shows young journalists how to follow a story and not give up no matter how lost the story seems. One of the best lines in the movie that all […]
Journalistic writing is very different from other types of writing. From writing in third person to keeping stories objective, there are certain rules journalists must follow that deviate from the typical English essay. Here are a few of the most common mistakes we see in submissions to our monthly contests. Keep an eye out for […]
If you’ve been paying any attention to the news over the past few days, I’m sure you’ve seen the statement “alternative facts” over and over again. During a segment on “Meet The Press,” Trump Adviser Kellyanne Conway stated that the facts mentioned by the new Press Secretary, Sean Spicer, during the White House’s statement on […]
Each year, Ball State University’s Department of Journalism offers nearly $8,000 in freshman scholarships. The Freshman Scholarship application closes Feb. 1, so here are some tips for putting together a great application. Provide a variety of strong clips The application asks for 3-5 clips, so include only your best work. If you don’t have five […]
With the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump today, many in the media are wondering what it means for them. Trump has a history of manipulating the media, blaming the press for publishing fake news and banning reporters from his events. He has caused concern among journalists about what he might change once he officially takes […]
Getting back into the full swing of school after a break is hard. How do you keep yourself from falling into bad behavior? Follow these tips to cultivate and maintain a healthy school and life balance during busier times. Learn to Plan Find a planner that fits your organization needs and make it a habit […]
In addition to a portfolio, many places will ask that you provide a cover letter to explain why you are interested in working for their organization. This letter is your first impression, so you need to wow the selection committee with your words. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your cover […]
Everyone needs a portfolio! Oftentimes scholarships, internships and even job applications require online portfolios instead of physical clips. Your portfolio is a showcase of your best work, skills and potential. You want to be able to show what you can do off to the world.
[dropcap]E[/dropcap]ach year the ACEJMC-accredited Ball State University Department of Journalism awards nearly $8,000 in scholarships to incoming freshmen. With majors in news, magazine media, photojournalism, journalism graphics, journalism education, advertising and public relations, we have something for everyone! Scholarship amounts range from $500 to $2,500, some of which are renewable. Online applications can be completed […]
