Artificial Intelligence workshop June 1 Join us for this one-day workshop on Artificial Intelligence at Drake University on June 1. Attendees will learn about current generative AI tools and gain ideas of how those tools can be used in their professional lives. We’ll also discuss how they should not be used, terms of service and ethical issues...
Category: School of Journalism and Mass Communication
SJMC Monday Memo – May 15, 2023
Congratulations 2023 graduates! Professor Jeff Inman Named 2023 Mentor of the Year Jeff Inman, professor of Magazine and Brand Media, won the prestigious Madelyn M. Levitt Mentor of the Year Award. The award “recognizes the Drake University faculty or staff member who best demonstrates excellence in advising, an outstanding commitment to student success, and integrity...
SJMC Monday Memo – May 8, 2023
SJMC Scholarship Awards and Students of the Year Announced The Drake School of Journalism and Mass Communications is proud to announce the 2023-2024 SJMC Scholarship Awards and Students of the Year. Tayelon Scott, Clifton Scholarship Lia Reichmann, Harrison Harding Scholarship Abby Blazevic, Erik Isgrig Advertising Scholarship Emma Stroner, John Lytle Scholarship Victoria Soliz, E.T. Meredith...
What it’s like to be a Digital Media Production major
While majoring in Digital Media Production at Drake University, you will have the opportunity to experience all aspects of Digital Media Production. From writing scripts, working in an all-hands-on-deck video production class and mixed media editing. Classes you can take that focus on digital media production in your first year at Drake University include Multimedia...
SJMC Monday Memo – May 1, 2023
DotDash Meredith Apprentices Announced The Drake School of Journalism and Mass Communications is proud to announce the 2023-2024 DotDash Meredith Apprentices. DDM Apprentices are imbedded with a team for a full academic year, working and learning alongside seasoned writers, editors, and designers. They get hands-on experience ideating and creating for the largest digital and...
SJMC Monday Memo – Relays Week 2023
Drake Mag looking for 2023-24 staffers Nate Eisenmann is looking for staffers for next year’s Drake Mag team. You can check out the requirements here. Email your application to nate.eisenmann@drake.edu. Questions? Contact Nate. Opportunity to get involved: Live Episodes of “The Dog Dish” DBS has two live episodes of “The Dog Dish” this week on...
The Majors of Drake University’s SJMC
Drake University is home to one of the finest schools of journalism and mass communication (SJMC) programs in the Midwest. If you’re interested in journalism, advertising, digital media, magazine media, newspaper editing or even public relations, the Drake SJMC may be the right fit for you. Drake University’s SJMC is home to so many different...
Coffee near Drake University
Whether you’re looking for a place to work/study remotely, catch up with your friends, or simply enjoy a nice moment to yourself, the following coffee shops near Drake University will have you covered. This list, curated just for Drake students, focuses on places that are known for their quality coffee, unique ambiance and overall vibes...
Is Journalism School Hard?
It Depends on what you’re interested in. How hard is journalism school? Journalism school varies in difficulty levels. Different skill levels are required depending on your chosen major. There are components to each major varying from one on one, to independent work, and finally group/team work. Drake University Journalism majors include Digital Media Production, Multimedia...
SJMC Monday Memo – April 17, 2023
Immediate work opportunity in the SJMC Dean’s office The SJMC Dean’s office has an immediate need for student workers to assist with scanning and organizing files and packing items for our move back to Meredith Hall. Days and hours are flexible with the possibility of additional summer hours in May. Interested students should send an...