Cameron's mad Photoshop skills

Photo day!

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Don't forget that you will check in at Twin Towers East Monday, June 21 at 10am.

Workshop Faculty/Staff

Dr. George Arnold, professor emeritus in the W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Marshall University, has 47 years' experience as a journalist and journalism educator. He worked as a news and sports reporter for eight years in Beckley and Huntington, taught high school English for three years, and taught journalism at Marshall for 36 years. A Ph.D. journalism graduate of Ohio University, Dr. Arnold has a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, social studies and journalism and a Master of Arts degree in American and European history, both from Marshall. He is author of more than 50 articles for professional and academic publications and his textbook/resource book -- Media Writer's Handbook, a Guide to Common Writing and Editing Problems, 5th edition, McGraw-Hill -- has been purchased by students and faculty at 273 colleges and universities. Dr. Arnold is the first recipient of Marshall University's Marshall and Shirley Reynolds Outstanding Teacher Award (1987) and was runner-up in 1995 for West Virginia professor of the year in the Faculty Merit Foundation competition. In 2008, Dr. Arnold was selected by the Marshall alumni as one of 11 top professors in the history of the university.
Two workshop sessions Dr. Arnold will provide a discussion language skills and bloopers and the fundamentals of news writing in one session and interviewing tips in a second session.



Dr. Chuck Bailey, professor of journalism and mass communications, is faculty manager of WMUL-FM (88.1 MHz). Under Dr. Bailey’s guidance Marshall University’s radio station and its student broadcasters have won 989 awards since 1985. Dr. Bailey received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the West Virginia Associated Press Broadcasters Association (WVAPBA) during the WVAPBA Convention at Pullman Plaza Hotel, Huntington, West Virginia, Saturday, April 21, 2007, and was recognized by the College Media Advisers, Inc. with the 1995 Distinguished 4-Year Broadcast Adviser Award.
Workshop session Sports journalism


Ashton Bias is a junior at Marshall University majoring in broadcast journalism with a minor in political science. She joined WMUL her freshman year and she says “it has given me the opportunity to do a little bit of everything in the journalism field, as well as earn awards for news anchoring.” I was also recently named promotions director of WMUL.
Workshop session The WMUL Experience



Ruby Dyer has taught journalism and English at Wayne High School for 36 years. She has a B.A. and a M.A.J. from Marshall University. She is the adviser of the award-winning Pioneer newspaper and yearbook. Dyer has been named a distinguished alumna of the School of Journalism and was inducted into its Hall of Fame. She was Wayne County Teacher of the Year in 2009 and was one of six state finalists for state Teacher of the Year. She has also been named a finalist in the Yearbook Adviser of the Year. She was the West Virginia Journalism Teacher of the Year in 1985. She is married to Kenneth Dyer, who works for Chapman Printing, and is the mother of two sons, Caleb, who teaches at Wayne High School; and Kyle, the 2008 W. Page Pitt Journalist of the Year. He is currently pursuing a master’s degree in graphic design at the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Workshop session How to improve high school publications. Mrs. Dyer will discuss turning news into features.


Katie Harper is a 2010 honors graduate of the School of Journalism and Mass Communications with a degree in public relations. During her time at Marshall, Miss Harper completed internships with the West Virginia Legislature, West Virginia Attorney General and Huddleston Bolen, a national law firm. This fall, she enter law school at West Virginia University. She was a counselor at the 2009 workshop and returns as a counselor this year.


Dan Hollis is an associate professor with the W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Marshall University. Among the courses Hollis teaches at Marshall are Media Literacy and Law of Mass Communications. Professor Hollis has won many awards for both his professional creative work and his teaching, including National Broadcasting Society’s Best Video News Story for five out of the past 6 years. He has been with the university since 1999.
Workshop session We’ll examine the current interpretation of the law surrounding the student press.



Associate Professor Rebecca Johnson is a Kentucky native who joined the faculty of the School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Marshall University in 1976. She attended Dabney S. Lancaster Community College and Ohio State University before completing both bachelor’s and master’s degrees in journalism at Marshall. In addition, Professor Johnson attended Ohio University where she completed doctoral course work in law and responsibility, international journalism, and history with a minor in sociology. Twice named a “Fabulous Faculty Member” by PHI ETA SIGMA, The National Honor Society, Professor Johnson has taught a variety of courses including photojournalism, news reporting, fundamentals of writing and editing, computer-assisted reporting, research and information gathering, magazine writing, magazine editing and production, and international communication. Currently her teaching focus includes digital imaging, web strategies, web design and multimedia reporting. A magazine writer, photographer and consultant, she worked as a newspaper copy editor, resort photographer, horse trainer and riding instructor. When not on campus, Professor Johnson hangs out with my husband, J.P. (not Johnson), their pack of dogs and a couple aged pet horses. “I love the southwest desert and the Outer Banks, read lots of books, do a little stained glass and never watch TV,” she said.
Workshop Session Photography

Andre Jones earned 2010 master’s degree in journalism and 2008 bachelor’s in journalism degree from Marshall University. He recently accepted a position as communications coordinator for Technica Corporation in Dulles, Va. He is a member of DC Explosion, a semi-pro football team, Eagle Scout, Piano player and drummer. Mr. Jones was a workshop counselor in 2009 and returns as a counselor this year.


Burnis Morris, Carter G. Woodson Professor of Journalism and Mass Communications, directs the high school workshop. Professor Morris has received more than $1 million in grants supporting his work to improve news coverage of nonprofit organizations and provide programs to attract the best and brightest students to careers in journalism.
Workshop Session Blogs and other 21st century issues.





Rob Rabe, assistant professor, teaches news reporting, writing, media history and media culture studies. He is currently completing his Ph.D. dissertation and revising several scholarly articles for publication.
Workshop Session Data collection and the Marshall libraries.



Tammy Reynolds manages the office of the School of Journalism and Mass Communications. She has worked at Marshall University for 10 years and has a masters degree in Adult and Technical Education.







Dr. Chris Swindell is associate professor of journalism and a veteran television reporter and anchor who teaches television, ethics, history and graduate classes for what will be a 5th year at Marshall. Swindell earned his Ph.D. in 2006 in communication at the University of Kentucky. He has had teaching stints at four other institutions of higher learning, all in Kentucky from 1992-2006. Dr. Swindell lives in Teays Valley with wife Kim, workshop participant Kelly, and best dog, Skittles.

Workshop Session "The ethics of photo manipulation and use."


Ralph J. Turner, Ph.D., is professor emeritus, W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Marshall University. He retired as a full-time professor in 2003 and received the university's Distinguished Service Award for 32 years of service to Marshall. He also has received the Life Membership Award from the West Virginia Press Association in recognition of his outstanding achievements and contributions to journalism education, West Virginia newspapers and the West Virginia Press Association. He earned bachelor and master's degrees in journalism from Marshall University and doctorate in mass communications from Ohio University. He also attended Rochester (NY) Institute of Technology. He was director of the magazine program at Florida A&M University and taught at Ohio University. Before becoming a university professor, Dr. Turner worked as a reporter for newspapers in Wayne County, Huntington and Charleston. Dr. Turner currently heads his own consulting business on writing, editing and design. He is a freelance magazine article writer and edited a book on the history of the Westmoreland section of Huntington. He is author of Marshall Memories A Pictorial History of Marshall University. He and his wife Barbara are the parents of four children and have eight grandchildren.
Workshop Session
Dr. Turner will conduct this workshop to get you thinking about the role of the news media in today's world in which many contend journalism ethics is a oxymoron. Participants will play the ethics game of "What would you do if faced with such and such ethical challenge? You will explore whether journalistic ethics is dead. Ethics often is a major issue for high school journalists and their roles with campus media. This session will boost your ethics score.


Sandy York is director of United High School Media and assistant director of the high school workshop. She earned a B.A. in advertising and a M.A.J. from W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications at Marshall University. She has been at the University since 1998.
Workshop Session
Using computers; design/layout issues.

Workshop schedule

Meet your workshop-mates

Jimmy - Lawrence County High School, Louisa, Ky.
Jack - Harrisonburg High School, Harrisonburg, Va.
Jessica - Wahama High School, Hartford, W.Va.
Josephine - Porter Ridge High School, Indian Trail, N.C.
Nicolette - Washington-Lee High School, Arlington, Va.
Sam - Huntington High School, Huntington, W.Va.
Emily - Huntington High School, Huntington, W.Va.
Alison - Greenbrier East High School, Lewisburg, W.Va.
Lakin - Pickerington High School, Pickerington, Ohio
Josh - Cabell Midland High School, Huntington, W.Va.
Jessy - Lewis County High School, Weston, W.Va.
Jordan - Kent Allen High School, Stevensville, Md.
Kelly - Poca High School, Hurricane, W.Va.
Melissa - Poca High School, Poca, W.Va.
Cameron - Ironton High School, Ironton, Ohio
Sarah - Villa Madonna Academy, Villa Hills, Ky.

Photo by Dr. Charles G. Bailey

André Jones, Burnis Morris, Katie Harper

Greetings:

We’re looking forward to seeing you at the June 21-25 high school journalism workshop at Marshall University. I’ve prepared the following checklist for you to follow in preparing for the workshop.


CHECKLIST

• Use this list of contacts for emergencies:
-- Corley Dennison, Dean –304-696-2809, office; 304-696-2809, cell
-- Burnis Morris, Director -- 304-696-4635, office; 304-638-3322, cell
-- Sandy Savage-York, Assistant Director – 304-696-2273, office; 606-922-1245, cell
-- Katie Harper, Counselor – 304-610-6208, cell
-- Andre Jones, Counselor – 540-226-1809, cell
• I am attaching two releases for you and your parent/guardian to sign in order for you to participate in the workshop (page 2) and use Marshall’s state-of-the-art recreation center (page 4). Bring these signed releases with you on June 21. There are two forms for the signatures.
• If your high school publishes a newspaper, magazine or yearbook, please bring a copy with you to the workshop. Otherwise, bring a copy of a local newspaper or other local publication.
• Housing and meals will be provided by the workshop. You should bring spending money for other items.
• Let us know whether you have any particular diet and/or physical restrictions we need to address.
• Bring comfortable clothing for the classroom and recreation center. Bring a sweater, in case the air conditioning is too cold for you. Bring your cell.
• Arrive by 10 a.m. for registration/room assignments at Towers East. You can find a campus map to direct you to this dormitory at www.marshall.edu.
• Please bring your own pillows, sheets (extra-long, twin), blankets and other personal items (such as toothpaste, tooth brushes and combs.
• Please read the university policies for campus living below (pages 5-7). There is a $50 charge for lost keys.
• Please let us know immediately if your plans change and you are unable to attend the workshop.
• Visit www.unitedhighschoolmedia.blogspot.com for an updated schedule and other information you may need.
• Please contact me for any assistance you may need. (e-mail morrisb@marshall.edu) (phone or text my cell at (304-638-3322).


Sincerely,

Burnis R. Morris
Carter G. Woodson Professor
of Journalism and Mass Communications
Marshall University
morrisb@marshall.edu
304-638-3322

Parental Consent

W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications
Marshall University
Summer High School Journalism Workshop
June 21-25
Huntington, West Virginia

Parental Consent to Participate in the Workshop
Please write in your student’s name and sign the appropriate line as a parent or guardian. Your signature gives your student permission to attend the High School Journalism Workshop. Your permission gives Marshall University personnel the authority to educate, house and transport your student during the workshop without liability to the university.
PRINTED NAME OF WORKSHOP PARTICIPANT: _______________________________________

Consent and Release on Behalf of Workshop Participant

I am the parent or legal guardian of the above named minor. I agree to be bound by all the terms of the agreement on this and other pages attached to this informational document. I also give my consent to the participation in the activity of the minor.

SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________________
(Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Consent and Release on Behalf of the Minor)
DATE: __________________________________________
PRINTED NAME OF Student’s Parent/Guardian ___________________________________

Marshall's Awesome Rec Center Information

Marshall Recreation Center and Campus Recreation
http://www.marshallcampusrec.com/

Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability
In consideration of the use of the property, facilities and/or services of the Marshall Recreation Center, owned by MSH-Marshall, LLC a subsidiary of MSH, Inc., and the Department of Campus Recreation, managed by CENTERS, LLC, including any travel related thereto, the undersigned agrees as follows:
1. RISK FACTORS. The undersigned understands and acknowledges that the use of equipment and facilities provided by the Department of Campus Recreation at Marshall University and participation in Campus Recreation programs (Intramural, Informal, Instructional, Group Fitness, Physical Sports, Weight and Cardiovascular Training, Climbing, Swimming and any other programs and services sponsored by Campus Recreation and/or activities occurring in the building) involves risk including, but not limited to the following: risk of property damage, bodily injury, including, but not limited to permanent disability, paralysis and possibly death. These risks may result from the use of the equipment or facilities, from the activity itself, from the acts of others or the or from the unavailability of emergency medical care.

2. ASSUMPTION OF THE RISK. The undersigned voluntarily assumes all risks described in Section 1 above that may arise out of or result from the use of the equipment or facilities, and/or the services of the Marshall Recreation Center. Exception being any injuries caused by the gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct of any officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers of Marshall University, MSH, Inc., MSH-LLC., and CENTERS, LLC

3. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. The undersigned acknowledges reading and knowing all policies and procedures relating to the activities, facilities, and/or equipment and understands that the safe and proper use of facilities, equipment or participation in the activity is dependent upon carefully following such policies and procedures. The undersigned agrees to comply with and abide by all rules and regulations of the Marshall Recreation Center and of Marshall University. The Campus Recreation staff reserves the right to temporarily or permanently revoke or terminate the undersigned’s membership privileges for any violations of the rules and regulations of the Marshall Recreation Center and of Marshall University or for any violations of the policies and procedures relating to the activities, facilities, and/or equipment of the Marshall Recreation Center.

4. PREREQUISITE SKILLS AND TRAINING. The undersigned acknowledges that he or she has the requisite skills, qualifications, physical ability and training necessary to properly and safely use the equipment, facilities, and to participate in programs and activities developed by Campus Recreation. The undersigned agrees that if he or she has any questions as to what skills, qualifications, or training is necessary to properly use the equipment, facility, or participate in such programs and activities, then he or she shall direct such questions to the appropriate Campus Recreation staff member on site.

5. WAIVER. The undersigned waives the protection afforded by any statute or law in any jurisdiction whose purpose, substance and/or effect is to provide that a general release shall not extend to claims, material or otherwise which the person giving the release does not know or suspect to exist at the time of executing the release. This means, in part, that the undersigned is releasing unknown future claims.

6. INDEMNIFY AND DEFEND. The undersigned hereby releases, waives, indemnifies and holds Marshall University, Department of Campus Recreation, CENTERS, LLC, MSH, Inc., MSH-Marshall, LLC, and all of their officers, trustees, directors, employees, and agents (hereinafter jointly referred to as “indemnitee”) harmless from any and all claims, causes of action, suits, liability, losses, or damages for any property damage, property loss or theft, personal injury, death or other loss arising from or relating to the undersigned’s use of the property, facilities, and/or services of the Marshall Recreation Center.

7. PAY. The undersigned agrees to pay for any and all damages to any property or indemnitee caused by the undersigned negligently, willfully or otherwise.

8. REPRESENTATIVES. The undersigned enters into this agreement for him/herself, his/her heirs, assigns and legal representatives.

9. CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY TREATMENT. The undersigned, as a participant in the subject activity, hereby consents to medical treatment in a medical emergency where the undersigned is unable to consent to such treatment.

10. INSURANCE. The undersigned understands the Campus Recreation does not carry participant insurance and that the undersigned will be solely responsible for any medical, health or personal injury costs relating to undersigned’s use of the property, facilities and/or services of the Marshall Recreation Center. The undersigned is encouraged to have a medical physical examination and purchase health insurance prior to any and all participation.

11. This Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability Agreement shall be governed in all respects by the laws of the State of West Virginia. The parties agree to use the State of West Virginia for Jurisdiction and the County of Cabell as Venue for any disputes between the parties.

12. If any term, clause, or provision of this Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability Agreement is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall to any extent be illegal, invalid or unenforceable under present or future laws effective during the term hereof or of any provisions hereof which survive termination, then and in any such event, it is the express intention of the parties that the remainder of this Agreement, or the application of such term, clause or provision other than to those as to which it is held illegal, invalid or unenforceable, shall not be affected thereby, and each term, clause or provision of this Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release from Liability Agreement and the application thereof shall be legal, valid and enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

13. ACKNOWLEDGMENT. The undersigned has read and fully understands this agreement and realizes it relates to surrendering and releasing valuable legal rights and does so freely and voluntarily.

PRINTED NAME: __________________________________________
SIGNATURE: __________________________________________
DATE: __________________________________________
Consent and Release on Behalf of Minor
I am the parent or legal guardian of the above named minor. I have read and understand the agreement and realize it relates to surrendering valuable legal rights of the minor and myself. I agree to be bound by all the terms of the agreement. I also give my consent to the participation in the activity of the minor.
SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________________
(Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian Consent and Release on Behalf of the Minor)
DATE: __________________________________________

Workshop rules

GUIDELINES FOR YOUTH CONFERENCES

The following guidelines are to assist conference directors/coordinators in administering their summer on campus programs. These guidelines primarily deal with the safety and conduct of the youth participants while they are being housed in University residence hall facilities. Our residence halls are designed for adult usage, and our facilities are not childproof. The University has a special concern for those participants who are under the age of eighteen. Because they are not legally adults, special procedures need to be followed while they are on campus.

We hope you enjoy your stay. As guests, you are expected to follow the same rules and regulations as students. Please read the guidelines carefully. Failure to follow these rules could result in your being asked to leave early. We appreciate your cooperation

Adult chaperones will advise each attendee of University rules and regulations, act as liaison between University staff and the attendees in the event of discipline problems, and be responsible at all time for their conduct.

Please note that in addition to the following regulations, all youth participants are expected to adhere to all state laws. The University reserves the right to dismiss any youth participant who does not comply with the policies and regulations stated.

It is necessary that any conference with youth members provide their own chaperones. Guests under the age of 18 must be supervised by live-in chaperones of the same sex. You must have one adult chaperone (over the age of 18) per 10 campers. Chaperones must be assigned evenly throughout the floors with campers. A list of chaperones that are responsible for handling emergencies, discipline, etc., must be provided to the Conference Manager or the front desk of the residence hall on the first night of occupancy.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES: University policy prohibits alcohol in all University residence halls.

DISORDERLY CONDUCT: All youth participants are expected to act in a courteous and respectful manner at all times. It is expected that all guests will comply with requests from University officials. Harassment and/or verbal abuse will not be tolerated. “Rough-housing” is prohibited in the residence halls. Please inform campers not to play Frisbee, throw balls, etc. in the building. Excessive noise, rowdiness, water fights or other disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

DRUGS: No participant shall distribute or possess any illegal drugs while present at the University. Anyone identified doing so will be subject to arrest.

ELEVATORS: elevators are intended for normal use and anyone found tampering or defacing them will be removed from campus. For your safety, DO NO OVERLOAD the elevators. Weight capacity is 2,500 lbs., or no more than 10 people. DO NOT PULL STOP SWITCH, and DO NOT FORCE THE DOORS OPEN while the elevator is moving. The elevator doors cannot be held open for longer than 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, the elevators will automatically shut down. Chaperones are required to monitor the camper’s use of the elevators. If campers are observed misusing elevators, chaperones are responsible for disciplining abusers.

FIRE EQUIPMENT: Tampering with or misuse of fire equipment is prohibited. Anyone caught pulling an alarm when there is not a fire will be removed from campus immediately. Tampering with fire equipment could result in removal from the residence hall and jeopardize your resident privileges in the future.

SMOKING: Smoking is prohibited in all University buildings.

UNIVERSITY FACILITIES: Youth participants are encouraged to visit the Memorial Student Center bookstore, recreation area (located in the basement), and eat in the cafeteria. We encourage the chaperones to accompany the participants. Participants who are disruptive to other groups will be dismissed.

VANDALISM: Participants who engage in acts of vandalism will be removed immediately from University housing. The sponsoring organization will be billed for any damages to rooms, halls, lounges, fire extinguishers, lost linens, and excessive cleaning charges. Using thumbtacks, nails, tape, or other adhesives to mount things on the walls are strictly prohibited. Remind campers that they will be billed if damage is incurred through the use of such products.

WINDOWS: objects may not be placed on windowsills or ledges. DO NOT OPEN windows. Participants throwing objects, hanging, waving or dropping anything from windows, exits or stairwells will be removed immediately.

The University reserves the right to enter a room, after knocking, in the performance of their administrative duties. Such entries may be, but are not limited to, those made to inspect for damages, to verify occupancy, to inspect for cleanliness, unauthorized persons, hazardous objects, or to repair or maintain University facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES OF YOUTH CAMP DIRECTORS AND CHAPERONES

• Directors/Chaperones are responsible for insuring that all youth participants are informed of the policies stated above.
• If assistance is required to deal with an emergency, the Director or chaperone should contact the conference manager, the conference staff, or Public Safety( 696-4357 HELP).
• We suggest that youth camp participants be requested not to leave campus for any reason without written permission from a parent.
• Directors and chaperones of youth participants are expected to establish and enforce curfew hours each evening. The conference manager will need to be informed of the curfew at check-in.
• Directors must ensure the safety of youth participants by providing adequate supervision. One chaperone per ten youths is required. Chaperones must be 18 years of age or older. Chaperones are at all times responsible for the supervision, proper conduct and safety of their campers, and at no time may campers be left in residence halls without supervision. Misbehavior of guest may result in immediate eviction.
• Directors/coordinators should send this statement of policies and procedures to each participant as part of their registration material.
• Directors or chaperones are responsible to report to the conference staff any safety hazards or repairs needed in facilities where campers are housed.
• All youth camps will be billed for any damages that occur to their residence halls or any other facilities. We recommend that directors accompany the conference manager on the pre-check and the post-check inspection of the residence hall.
• Director/coordinators are responsible for ensuring that chaperones provide instructions to camp participants on fire evacuation procedures at the beginning of their stay. The conference staff is trained in these procedures and is available to assist you or your chaperones.
• Chaperones are expected to require that campers leave their rooms and public areas reasonable clean, and that trash be emptied into garbage cans on each hall or into the dumpsters. If special cleaning is required, these charges will be added to the final bill for the group.
• Maximum occupancy per room is two people. Each room is furnished with two twin beds, mattresses, desks, chairs, dressers, and closets.

Message from Katie

Campers,

Camp is almost here, and I am looking forward to meeting each and every one of you. Part of my job as a counselor is helping to fill the void between classes and sleep. Therefore, I'm trying to put together some social events for the evenings and would appreciate some feedback on what you'd like to see/do. Your week at Marshall will be a great opportunity to get a taste of college life, see what the MU School of Journalism and Mass Communications has to offer you, make great friends and have FUN! Feel free to email me with questions or comments.

Katie Harper

Summer Workshop deadline extended again

No stamps? Computer broken? Printer out of ink?

Well today is your lucky day because we are giving you until Saturday, May 1 to get your application for the fun-filled Summer Journalism Workshop to us.

Tuition and living expenses will be covered by contributions from The Herald-Dispatch and Marshall University Division of Multicultural Affairs.

Qualifications
• Strong interest in digital & print journalism (writing, reporting, editing, photography, layout).
• Outstanding students from West Virginia, Ohio & Kentucky. Others as space permits.
• B-minus, minimum grade average.
• 16 years and older. Others as space permits.
• Minorities encouraged to apply.

Deadline: Postmark by April 24, 2010

Instructions for Application – Please write a letter of application and print your documents on standard business paper. There is no separate form. Send questions to morrisb@marshall.edu. Please follow the 10 steps below:

The 10-Step Application
1. Begin the letter with a date and salutation (Dear Professor Morris or Dear Selection Committee Members, etc.). The first paragraph should be a sentence stating that you are applying for one of the positions available in the high school journalism workshop. Include the name of your high school, your age and current year in school (such as junior or senior).
2. Describe the level of your interest in the journalism workshop and how you would use the workshop experience to improve your high school publication (such as newspaper, yearbook, other). Indicate whether you are interested in journalism as a writer, photographer, copy editor or page designer. Be brief, but write enough to help the Selection Committee understand who you are.
3. State your qualifications for the internship. Cite grades, awards and any experience you have working on a high school newspaper, yearbook staff, or other work experience. If your experience is limited, explain how your strengths and abilities will lead you to success in the workshop. Feel free to mention writing and other exercises you have produced in your classes.
4. Discuss your level of maturity and personal responsibility that would allow you to live in a college dormitory for five days.
5. Provide at least two examples of your work as a writer, photographer or editor. Include the publication’s name and publication date. If you have no published article or photograph to submit, include essays and/or reports you wrote for class as examples of your writing skills. If you write a blog, you may include a sample of what you have written and provide the link.
6. Indicate the best time to contact you to discuss your application. Include your e-mail address, home phone number and cell phone number.
7. Write a statement indicating you have the approval of your parent or guardian to attend the workshop.8. Type your name and that of your parent/guardian. You and your parent/guardian also must sign and date your submission underneath your typed names.
9. Please attach the following items.
A. Letter of support from a high school teacher (journalism, English, or other).
B. High school transcript.
C. Articles, photographs or essays described in #5. If you are attaching a published photograph, include the cutline and credit line (who took the pitcher). Describe what the picture is about and when it was taken if the cutline does not spell out such information.
10. Mail your application and attached documents to the following address with a postmark of no later than May 1, 2010:
Selection Committee for Journalism Workshop
c/o Professor Burnis Morris
W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications
Marshall University
1 John Marshall Drive Huntington, WV 25755

Summer Workshop application deadline has been extended to April 24

Tuition and living expenses will be covered by contributions from The Herald-Dispatch and Marshall University Division of Multicultural Affairs.

Qualifications
• Strong interest in digital & print journalism (writing, reporting, editing, photography, layout).
• Outstanding students from West Virginia, Ohio & Kentucky. Others as space permits.
• B-minus, minimum grade average.
• 16 years and older. Others as space permits.
• Minorities encouraged to apply.

Deadline: Postmark by April 24, 2010

Instructions for Application – Please write a letter of application and print your documents on standard business paper. There is no separate form. Send questions to morrisb@marshall.edu. Please follow the 10 steps below:

The 10-Step Application
1. Begin the letter with a date and salutation (Dear Professor Morris or Dear Selection Committee Members, etc.). The first paragraph should be a sentence stating that you are applying for one of the positions available in the high school journalism workshop. Include the name of your high school, your age and current year in school (such as junior or senior).
2. Describe the level of your interest in the journalism workshop and how you would use the workshop experience to improve your high school publication (such as newspaper, yearbook, other). Indicate whether you are interested in journalism as a writer, photographer, copy editor or page designer. Be brief, but write enough to help the Selection Committee understand who you are.
3. State your qualifications for the internship. Cite grades, awards and any experience you have working on a high school newspaper, yearbook staff, or other work experience. If your experience is limited, explain how your strengths and abilities will lead you to success in the workshop. Feel free to mention writing and other exercises you have produced in your classes.
4. Discuss your level of maturity and personal responsibility that would allow you to live in a college dormitory for five days.
5. Provide at least two examples of your work as a writer, photographer or editor. Include the publication’s name and publication date. If you have no published article or photograph to submit, include essays and/or reports you wrote for class as examples of your writing skills. If you write a blog, you may include a sample of what you have written and provide the link.
6. Indicate the best time to contact you to discuss your application. Include your e-mail address, home phone number and cell phone number.
7. Write a statement indicating you have the approval of your parent or guardian to attend the workshop. 8. Type your name and that of your parent/guardian. You and your parent/guardian also must sign and date your submission underneath your typed names.
9. Please attach the following items.
A. Letter of support from a high school teacher (journalism, English, or other).
B. High school transcript.
C. Articles, photographs or essays described in #5. If you are attaching a published photograph, include the cutline and credit line (who took the pitcher). Describe what the picture is about and when it was taken if the cutline does not spell out such information.
10. Mail your application and attached documents to the following address with a postmark of no later than April 24, 2010:
Selection Committee for Journalism Workshop
c/o Professor Burnis Morris
W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications
Marshall University
1 John Marshall Drive Huntington, WV 25755

2010 UHSM Winners - Congratulations

Newspaper

Best Newspaper Art

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- No third place winner

Division II
First- Parkersburg South
Second- Cabell Midland
Third- No third place

Best Newspaper Design

Division I
First- Braxton County
Second- Wayne High
Third-Lewis County

Division II
First- Shady Spring
Second- Huntington High
Third- Parkersburg High

Best Feature/Special Events Pages

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- Lewis County

Division II
First- Parkersburg South
Second- Cabell Midland
Third- Huntington High

Best Editorial Pages

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- Lewis County

Division II
First- Shady Spring
Second- Parkersburg South
Third- Cabell Midland

Best Sports Pages

Division I
First- Braxton County
Second- Wayne High
Third- Lewis County

Division II
First- Huntington High
Second- Parkersburg South
Third- Shady Spring

Best News Pages

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- Lewis County

Division II
First- Cabell Midland
Second- Parkersburg South
Third- No third place

Best In-depth Reporting

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Lewis County
Third- Braxton County

Division II
First- Cabell Midland
Second- No second
Third- No third


Best Original Newspaper Advertisements

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- no third place

Division II
First- Parkersburg South
Second- Cabell Midland
Third- no third place

Best Newspaper Photography

Division I
First- Braxton County
Second- Wayne High
Third- Lewis County

Division II
First- Cabell Midland
Second- Parkersburg South
Third- no third place

Best Overall Newspaper

Division I
First- Wayne High “The Pioneer”
Second- Braxton County “The Banner”
Third- Lewis County “The Blue and Grey”

Division II
First- Parkersburg South “Continental Clarion”
Second- Cabell Midland “The Medieval Times”
Third- Shady Spring “The Tiger Times”

Individual Awards

Best Editorial Writing
First- Casey Shreve, Wayne High
Second- Alyssa Simon, Parkersburg South
Third- Tabytha Bills, Wayne High

Best Feature Writing
First- Spencer Stephens, Wayne High
Second- Madison Bowles, Shady Spring
Third- Amber Burns, Wayne High

Best News Writing
First- Kirk Auvil, Parkersburg South
Second- Jacob Smith, Wayne High
Third- Emily Damron, Huntington High

Best Sports Writing
First- Tanner Carder, Lewis County
Second- Emily Backus, Braxton County
Third- David Rodes, Huntington High

Best Column Writing
First- Dustin Shreve, Wayne High
Second- John Isner, Parkersburg South
Third –Nikki Dotson, Wayne High

Best Feature Photo
First- Jocelyn Gibson, Braxton County
Second- Marcy Brannon, Parkersburg South
Third- Courtney Williamson, Wayne High

Best Informational Graphic
First- Tim Bedunah, Braxton County
Second- Maryl Lambros, Wayne High
Third- Becca Haught, Parkersburg South


Yearbook

Best Yearbook Graphics

Division I
First- Braxton County
Second-Wayne High
Third- No Third

Division II
First- Cabell Midland
Second-Huntington High
Third- Morgantown High

Best Yearbook Cover

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- Parkersburg Catholic

Division II
First- Morgantown High
Second- Cabell Midland
Third- Parkersburg South

Best Yearbook Design

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Parkersburg Catholic
Third- Braxton County

Division II
First- Cabell Midland
Second- Morgantown High
Third- Shady Spring

Best Yearbook Copywriting

Division I
First- Braxton County
Second- Wayne High
Third- Parkersburg Catholic

Division II
First- Parkersburg South
Second- Cabell Midland
Third- Parkersburg High

Best Yearbook Original Advertisements

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- No Third


Division II
First- Huntington High
Second- Cabell Midland
Third- Shady Spring

Best Yearbook Theme

Division I
First- Parkersburg Catholic
Second- Braxton
Third- Wayne High

Division II
First- Parkersburg South
Second- Shady Spring
Third- Cabell Midland

Best Yearbook Photography

Division I
First- Braxton County
Second- Parkersburg Catholic
Third- Wayne High

Division II
First- Huntington High
Second- Parkersburg South
Third- Parkersburg High

Best Yearbook Division Pages

Division I
First- Wayne High
Second- Braxton County
Third- Parkersburg Catholic

Division II
First- Morgantown High
Second- Shady Spring
Third- Parkersburg South

Best Overall Yearbook

Division I
First- TIE – Braxton County and Wayne High
Second-
Third- Parkersburg Catholic

Division II
First- Cabell Midland
Second- Parkersburg South
Third- Morgantown High

Best Broadcast Journalism Program

First – Lewis County
Second – Cabell Midland

Map of Campus

Schedule of Events for March 19 UHSM

UHSM Registration due Friday, March 12

United High School Media entry deadline extended

We realize that many of the school systems have been out of school a lot lately so we have decided to extend the entry deadline a week. All entries need to be received by Wednesday, February 24, 2010.

UHSM '10 Broadcast Entry Form - Due Feb. 17, 2010

UHSM '10 Yearbook Entry Form - Due Feb. 17, 2010

UHSM '10 Newspaper Entry Form - Due Feb. 17, 2010

Mark your calendars - 2010 UHSM is March 19!

Entry forms are included, you should be able to click and print. If you have trouble, please e-mail me at savage@marshall.edu and I will e-mail forms to you.

Don't forget to return an entry form with each submission.

Newspaper Categories

Best Newspaper Art
This category is for illustrative work, other than photography, in a student newspaper.
Examples may pertain to any subject matter except advertisements.
At least three examples of student artwork must be sent. Judging will be based on quality, not quantity. Tearsheets or photocopies of examples may be sent. These will not be returned.
Include cutline information and stories for which the illustrations were designed, if appropriate.

Best Newspaper Design
Include any three issues of your school newspaper published Jan. - Dec. 2009.
This is a school award, so it does not matter whether one student or several were involved in the design process.

Best Newspaper Pages
Best feature/special events pages
Best editorial pages
Best sports pages
Best news pages
Send the pages from any three issues in each category you want to enter. Judging will be based on the overall excellence of the three pages in each category.

Best In-Depth Reporting
A minimum of one and a maximum of three investigative articles published in your student newspaper may be entered.
Entries may be accompanied by an explanation of the circumstances from which the article(s) was developed and the result brought about.

Best Original Advertising
Attach any three original advertisements published in your newspaper. Each of the three must be from a different edition.
All advertisements must have been written and designed by students.

Best Newspaper Photography
Three photos published in your newspaper are required. One must be of news content, one of feature content and one of sports content. All photos must be taken by students. Entries may come from one or more editions of the newspaper.
Each of the three photos must be accompanied by a clipping of the story and/or cutline published with it.
Tearsheets of the photos (along with accompanying cutlines or stories) are acceptable, or send glossy prints if you wish. Nothing will be returned.

Apply Now for the June 21-25, 2010 High School Journalism Workshop

Tuition and living expenses will be covered by contributions from The Herald-Dispatch and Marshall University Division of Multicultural Affairs.

Qualifications
• Strong interest in digital & print journalism (writing, reporting, editing, photography, layout).
• Outstanding students from West Virginia, Ohio & Kentucky. Others as space permits.
• B-minus, minimum grade average.
• 16 years and older. Others as space permits.
• Minorities encouraged to apply.

Deadline: Postmark by April 10, 2010

Instructions for Application – Please write a letter of application and print your documents on standard business paper. There is no separate form. Send questions to morrisb@marshall.edu. Please follow the 10 steps below:

The 10-Step Application
1. Begin the letter with a date and salutation (Dear Professor Morris or Dear Selection Committee Members, etc.). The first paragraph should be a sentence stating that you are applying for one of the positions available in the high school journalism workshop. Include the name of your high school, your age and current year in school (such as junior or senior).
2. Describe the level of your interest in the journalism workshop and how you would use the workshop experience to improve your high school publication (such as newspaper, yearbook, other). Indicate whether you are interested in journalism as a writer, photographer, copy editor or page designer. Be brief, but write enough to help the Selection Committee understand who you are.
3. State your qualifications for the internship. Cite grades, awards and any experience you have working on a high school newspaper, yearbook staff, or other work experience. If your experience is limited, explain how your strengths and abilities will lead you to success in the workshop. Feel free to mention writing and other exercises you have produced in your classes.
4. Discuss your level of maturity and personal responsibility that would allow you to live in a college dormitory for five days.
5. Provide at least two examples of your work as a writer, photographer or editor. Include the publication’s name and publication date. If you have no published article or photograph to submit, include essays and/or reports you wrote for class as examples of your writing skills. If you write a blog, you may include a sample of what you have written and provide the link.
6. Indicate the best time to contact you to discuss your application. Include your e-mail address, home phone number and cell phone number.
7. Write a statement indicating you have the approval of your parent or guardian to attend the workshop. 8. Type your name and that of your parent/guardian. You and your parent/guardian also must sign and date your submission underneath your typed names.
9. Please attach the following items.
A. Letter of support from a high school teacher (journalism, English, or other).
B. High school transcript.
C. Articles, photographs or essays described in #5. If you are attaching a published photograph, include the cutline and credit line (who took the pitcher). Describe what the picture is about and when it was taken if the cutline does not spell out such information.
10. Mail your application and attached documents to the following address with a postmark of no later than April 10, 2010:
Selection Committee for Journalism Workshop
c/o Professor Burnis Morris
W. Page Pitt School of Journalism and Mass Communications
Marshall University
1 John Marshall Drive Huntington, WV 25755