Monday Memo Feb. 27

THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHT

All students are invited to connect with more than two dozen employers at the Journalism and Mass Communications Career Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 2 at Stauffer-Flint Hall. It’s a great opportunity to learn about internships and full-time jobs. A photographer will be available from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. to take professional portraits for LinkedIn profiles and portfolios. Also, a breakout room will be provided for students to receive resume reviews from a few of the employers. These companies are attending:

RESEARCH, PUBLICATIONS & PRESENTATIONS

A manuscript co-authored by members of the Science Communication Research group (Associate Professor Hong Vu, Assistant Professor Jeff Conlin, doctoral candidates Annalise Baines and Nhung Nguyen) has been accepted for publication in the Online Media & Global Communication journal. The study titled: "What influences public support for plastic waste control policies and green consumption? Evidence from a multilevel analysis of survey data from 27 European countries" found that diversity of environmental news sources is a strong predictor of support for plastic waste management policies and green consumption. At the country level, wealth is associated with green consumption.

The 2023 CEHCUP Research Exhibition showcasing research by faculty, alumni and graduate students on the topic of "COVID-19 and Society" is open online and at the Clarkson Gallery in Stauffer-Flint Hall. Those interested can experience the research posters in augmented reality (AR) by scanning the QR codes posted in the gallery. For those who prefer to see the posters in a web browser or want to experience the AR versions on their own premises, go to the CEHCUP website. The exhibition will run until March 15, 2023.

Professor Yvonnes Chen, the newest Honors Faculty Fellow, hosted the first of a three-part Take Care Tuesday series for University Honors Programs on Feb. 21. This series focuses on technology, the media and the potential for a healthier, more mindful approach to both. In the first series, attendees discussed their media diet, experiences with technology, and perceived effect of the media on their lives. The session concluded with a mindfulness practice.

Living in Color Honors Program

Professor Yvonnes Chen (far right) joined three other panelists Feb. 13 for Living in Color, an Honors Program that provides a welcoming, connected community for students, staff members and faculty members of color in the program to center their stories, receive support and learn about resources.

INSIDE THE SCHOOL

The J-School is now accepting nominations for two faculty awards. The deadline is March 9.

The new Anne and Jack Bowling Family Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes outstanding contributions to teaching students and provides a monetary award. Nominees must be full-time faculty members and have worked full-time in the school for a minimum of three years.

Tim Bengtson Mentor Award is given to a faculty member who goes above and beyond the classroom by lending a helping hand to inspire students to reach their full potential. The winner receives a monetary award, their name on a plaque and a memento.

International journalists visit J-School

Last week, the J-School hosted 13 international journalists and three interpreters from Near East and North Africa. The visit was arranged through the U.S. Department of State and Global Ties KC as part the Edward R. Murrow Journalism — U.S. Foreign Policy program, which is designed to highlight the significance of a free and independent press to the democratic process. The guests toured the school facilities and had lunch and a roundtable discussion with J-School faculty. Later in the day, the group also visited with students. Roundtable discussants were:

Patricia Gaston, Lacy C. Haynes Professor of Journalism
Lisa McLendon, Multimedia Journalism Concentration Chair
Steve Wolgast, Knight Chair in Audience and Community Engagement for News
Amal El Haimeur, Assistant Teaching Professor of Arabic and African and African-American Studies
Mike Wuthrich, Associate Professor of Political Science

STUDENT NEWS & OPPORTUNITIES

Apply now for senior awards

Attention, J-School seniors! You may be eligible for J-School awards before you graduate. Last year, the School of Journalism and Mass Communications provided over $50,000 in student awards. Although graduating seniors are not eligible for scholarships, they are eligible for these awards. For this application, students must be graduating in the 2023 calendar year with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communications. If this applies to you:

Go to ku.academicworks.com
Complete the General Application
Look for the opportunity titled “School of Journalism and Mass Communications Senior Award Application”
Submit the application by March 8.

The Kansas Association of Broadcasters is accepting entries for its 2023 student broadcast awards. The awards help give high school and college students the opportunity to show off their best work and gain recognition among their peers and from Kansas media. Deadline to submit is March 15. Learn more here.

The KC Ad Club’s 2022-23 Foundation Scholarship application is open. The scholarship has been awarded for over 30 years and helps students set themselves apart from their peers and get involved in the thriving Kansas City advertising community. Student Annabelle Bitner received the scholarship last year and said: “The KC Ad Club has given me so many opportunities! My mentor has guided me in different tracks and careers I could explore, and everyone on the board has been nothing but overly generous to me. Having the experience and connections is more valuable than the scholarship money. To anyone who is interested in applying, I encourage you to do so! The KC Ad Club has made such a difference in my college career.” Deadline is Feb. 28. Learn more and apply.

MB Piland, a marketing agency in Topeka, Kansas, is hosting a job shadow experience for juniors and seniors March 16 at its office, 923 S. Kansas Ave., Loft Suite 7. The experience includes a sample marketing strategy meeting, hands-on creative exploration and critique, brainstorming exercises, lunch, interview and portfolio tips, and social media do’s and don’ts. The deadline to apply is Feb. 28. Six students will be selected. Apply here.

Forterra Pest Control is offering a $1,000 scholarship to support students in their educational pursuits and help them graduate. The scholarship is open to all graduating high school students and any student enrolled in a four-year college program in the United States. Learn more here.

Live this semester in The Studio

Student-produced shows are up and running in The Studio in Stauffer-Flint. Watch the shows live or on the Media Crossroads YouTube channel. Here is the schedule (some shows are every other week):

Monday

Take a Side at 2 p.m.

Tuesday

Cheers to Careers at 1 p.m.

Run it Back at 4:15 p.m.

Good Evening KU at 6 p.m.

Wednesday

Good Morning Indian Country at 11 a.m.

Thursday

KUJH News at 11:30 a.m.

Accent at 1:30 p.m.

Jayhawk Jukebox at 4:30 p.m.

Friday

Good Morning KU Sports at 9:30 a.m.

Playmakers at noon

On the Clock at 1 p.m.

LFK Unscripted at 2 p.m.

CAREER & OUTREACH CENTER

Cheers to Careers podcast: Kevin Harlan

Kevin Harlan, j'82, sports broadcaster and two-time national sportscaster of the year, was a recent guest with Steve Rottinghaus on the Cheers to Careers podcast. Watch on YouTube.

JOBS & INTERNSHIPS

Job opportunities

▮ Deputy director of communications , Secretary of State (Topeka, Kansas)

▮ Marketing coordinator, Eagle Radio (virtual)

▮ Chief marketing officer, UMB Bank (Kansas City)

▮ News anchor/reporter, KCTV (Kansas City)

▮ Promotions manager, KCTV (Kansas City)

▮ News director, KCTV (Kansas City)

▮ Associate client partner, Spotlight Analyst Relations (Kansas City)

▮ Photojournalist, KAKE (Wichita, Kansas)

▮ Multimedia journalist, KAKE (Wichita, Kansas)

Internships

▮ Communications intern , Indianapolis Colts (Indianapolis, Indiana)

▮ News internship, Fox4 (Kansas City)

Find more job and internship postings on the J-School website.

JSCHOOL TECH

Evening labs: Labbies will be in the Resource Center for checkout and help after hours. Evening hours are 5-8 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 1-5 p.m. on Sundays.

Students can find Heather at the JBar in the Clarkson Gallery. Check the menu board for this week's hours.

Learn Adobe skills and build your portfolio with JSchoolTech and make sure to visit the Class Hub.

ALUMNI UPDATE

Nate Bukaty, morning host on WHB 810, has joined Apple and Major League Soccer as a national play-by-play announcer. He has been the lead commentator for Sporting Kansas City since 2015 and has performed play-by-play duties for Fox Sports since 2018. Read the news release.

Greg Farmer has been named executive editor of The Kansas City Star. Read the news release.

Emily (Lee) Dore is executive director of strategy and insights at VMLY&R.

EVENTS

A science communication workshop is at noon March 6 at The Commons in Spooner Hall. If you would like to attend the workshop, please complete this registration. Priority will be given to early career researchers if the event runs out of space, but all are welcome to register.

IN MEMORIAM

Jessica Zellermayer died Feb. 14 at age 47. Read her obituary.

Calendar

March 1: Graduate Committee meeting, 11 a.m.-noon, Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 119

March 1: Technology Committee meeting, 2-3 p.m., Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 312

March 2: J-School Career Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Stauffer-Flint Hall

March 8: PRSSA meeting, 6 p.m., Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 303

March 13-17: Spring Break

March 31: Digital Marketing Communications, Advertising and Public Relations concentration meeting, 10-11 a.m.

March 31: Faculty and staff meeting, 1-2:30 p.m., Clarkson Gallery

April 5: Technology Committee meeting, 2-3 p.m., Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 312

April 14: Digital Marketing Communications, Advertising and Public Relations concentration meeting, 2-3 p.m.

April 19: Technology Committee meeting, 2-3 p.m., Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 312

April 20: William Allen White Day/Scholarships & Awards Ceremony, 3 p.m. Kansas Union Ballroom

April 28: Graduate Committee meeting, noon-1 p.m., Stauffer-Flint Hall, Room 119

May 5: Faculty and staff meeting with lunch afterward, 10:30 a.m.-noon, Clarkson Gallery

May 13: J-School Recognition Ceremony, 8:30 a.m., Lied Center

May 14: KU Commencement, Memorial Stadium

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