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End-of-the-semester reminder If you have any electronic equipment checked out, please remember to return it before you leave for winter break. Around Meredith Hall PR Planning students presented comprehensive public relations plans to attract incoming students to the Strategic Political Communication major. Bateman Team members have been conducing primary research in preparation for implementation of...

What we’re up to Students in J54, beginning reporting and writing, got to take their turn behind the anchor desk at KCCI-TV. Alum Amy Schmelzer hosted Carlyn Crowe’s class for the 6 p.m. newscast on Thursday, Nov. 20, where students were able to observe both the studio and control room during the broadcast. Pictured from...

SJMC hits the road A good time was had by the hardy band of current students, faculty and alumni who braved the Polar Vortex to attend the kickoff of the SJMC Regional Road Show at the Des Moines Social Club downtown on Nov. 15. Keep an eye out for news about visits to Chicago, Kansas City and Minneapolis! Around Meredith...

Information sessions on new SJMC curriculum For the past few years, the SJMC faculty have been evaluating and revamping all aspects of our curriculum — from the core curriculum to the majors — to ensure that our students are learning what they need to be successful and leaders in their professions: The Public Relations curriculum was retooled in...

Welcome to JMC Days 2014! Look for the posters around Meredith Hall and for the full list of JMC Days events here, including guest speakers in classes all week. All students are invited to sit in.

Mark your calendars for JMC Days 2014! The School’s annual JMC Days, a celebration of all things SJMC, will be held next week, Nov. 10-15. Look for posters around Meredith Hall with details. Some highlights: Monday, Nov. 10: Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist and author Leonard Pitts Jr. will be on campus for a public lecture at...

We rock! Both undergraduate and graduate SJMC students were recognized at last week’s PRSA of Central Iowa PRIME Awards. The Master of Communication Leadership capstone project — a comprehensive communications plan for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Iowa — was recognized for excellence at the annual ceremony. Savana Morrison, Kelly Marble, Laura Plumb and Paige...

Drake in D.C. The PR sequence had a productive fall break in Washington, D.C., at the Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) and Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) conferences. Drake PRSSA members were invited to present to the International Conference, sharing insights on chapter management and development. Drake was also awarded the coveted...

Registration for spring semester starts Nov. 3. Keep an eye out for an email that Carla will be sending soon with lots of information about registration. It is even more important than ever that you visit with your adviser prior to registration this time.

We rock! The Drake chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America was one of 10 schools selected to host a PRSSA Regional Conference in April 2015. This is wonderful recognition of our PR program and promises to put Drake SJMC even more on the national map for education in journalism and mass communication!...