Communications and Journalism
- Communication and Journalism Winter 2008
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| Mon. July 6 - Sat. July 11, 2009 | |
The best stories and articles draw us in, make us follow the thought, deliver the information or persuade us to see things differently. For hundreds of years, the best journalists and communicators have been great storytellers, connecting with audiences in a personal and meaningful way with clarity, style and often wit.
All major media in have a Washington Bureau because this is where the news happens every day whether on the 2008 elections, military policy, interest rates, international trade or immigration ? reporters and analysts want it live, from the nation's capital.
The Presidential Classroom conference on Communications and Journalism connects you with the professionals who make it their business to deliver to readers, listeners and viewers around the world. They are at the top of their craft, and you will learn how and why they do what they do.
In 2008 students enjoyed interactive sessions with award-winning experts on American foreign and military policy including Michael Gordon of the New York Times and Michael Hirsh of Newsweek. NPR News Vice President Ellen Weiss and foreign affairs reporter David Greene explained the special role of public radio news. Bill Press offered his unique perspective on the unfettered give and take of opinionated talk radio. Documentaries, broadcast news, book writing ? explore and appreciate what each has to offer in a multidimensional media world where bloggers and podcasters compete for audience with traditional outlets facing unprecedented competitive and financial pressures.
If you are drawn to the excitement of late-breaking news and the complexities of historical perspective, or if writing, speaking and communicating figure among your skills, then Communications and Journalism offers exactly what you are looking for in a high-level symposium with serious-minded peers who want to be part of history and part of the action.
Join your peers for small group visits to prominent media outlets and centers including:
- ABC News
- C-Span
- National Press Club
- George Washington University Media and Public Affairs Center Newseum
- The Washington Post
- National Public Radio
- Simulation of "PC Newsroom"
- The Washington Times
- Voice of America
Simulations designed and guided by experienced instructors give you hands-on opportunities to create your own daily papers or broadcast news while you play the role of reporters, editors, sources or producers. Meeting deadlines require leadership, teamwork and skill and here's your chance to practice all three while enjoying the camaraderie of new friends who share your passion.
Only Presidential Classroom uses the outstanding curriculum, "We, the People" to teach and convey the fundamental freedoms of American constitutional democracy. You will better understand the centrality and meaning of freedom of the press in a democracy and appreciate the importance of debate, dissent, opinion and even "spin." Learn to parse the news and delve into the feature stories that bring your world to light. Be part of your history, and see the craft of journalism and the vitality of communications from the inside out. Mentors, guides, teachers, professionals ? they are here to share their views and the vital work of writing the first draft of history ? every day.