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Author Archives: Nancy Heiz
New Ottaway Journalism Courses for Spring 2021
This spring, the DMJ Department is proud to offer two Ottaway grant funded courses.
Networking For Internships in a Virtual World
Future interns, it is never too early to begin networking! Networking can open doors and reveal opportunities you would’ve never thought of. Since students are responsible for finding their own internships (and then getting them approved by Nancy Heiz before starting), networking is important so you can scout for the internship that best suits you. Don’t worry, networking is still possible in a virtual world!
Info Session for Campus Ambassador Program
The FUTURE NOW Media Foundation is hosting an information session for their FUTURE NOW Campus Ambassador Program.
This info session will be held on Thursday, Oct. 15 from 6 to 6:45 p.m. and will include all the information you might need to decide if this program is for you. Click here for the Zoom link for that session.
FUTURE NOW Campus Ambassadors will receive the following benefits:
- Free access to the 2021 FUTURE NOW Media & Entertainment Conference (May 26-28)
- Special recognition and call outs at the conference
- Official certificate as a FUTURE NOW Campus Ambassador
- Exclusive access to a group mentoring session with the founder & president
- Opportunity to win a special prize and be honored as a top recruiter on campus
New Paltz DMJ Students Worked Hard at the Woodstock Film Festival
Last weekend, students from the Digital Media & Journalism Department celebrated their hard work at the Woodstock Film Festival.
The following is a message from Gregory Bray, DMJ department chair:
Audio Internship with Kaatscast Podcast
Silver Hollow Audio is hosting an internship for their podcast “Kaatscast,” a biweekly podcast featuring history, sustainability, travel and storytelling in the Hudson Valley and Catskill Mountains.
This internship would be best suited for a digital media production major or anyone with interest in audio/podcast production.
This is a remote internship, but may include the possibility of a couple outdoor interviews (following all safety guidelines).
All About Fall ’20 DMJ Equipment Borrowing
Equipment borrowing from the DMJ department began on Monday, Sept. 7 and will conclude on Tuesday, Nov. 24.
All equipment borrowed must be returned at the designated time and day. Sign in and sight out is by reservation only.
Contribute to The Teller’s October Issue
Want to Earn More Than 6 Internship Credits? Follow the High-Credit Internship Policy & Process
If you plan to earn more than 6 internship credits with one organization (excluding The Legislative Gazette), then you need to follow the SUNY New Paltz “High-Credit Internship Policy” and process outlined below. Continue reading
Check Academic Calendar for this Semester’s Altered Schedule
With this semester’s unique schedule, make sure you stay updated with the academic calendar and watch for upcoming deadlines. You can find the academic calendar here or by visiting newpaltz.edu and clicking “Academics” then “Academic Calendar.” Make sure you are on the fall 2020 calendar. Pay particular attention to national holidays that are instructional days this semester, including Labor Day this Monday.