Category Archives: Photographs
WSP Journalism Class Explores DC
Washington Semester Journalism students have busy the first two weeks of the term. In addition to lining up internships, students have toured the Newseum, the Library of Congress and the Capitol Building. Other highlights have included meeting with Wall Street … Continue reading
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Washington Semester Students Find Opportunities at Internship Bazaar
On January 11, students participating in the Washington Semester Program gathered in AU’s Bender Arena for an internship bazaar. The bazaar, sponsored by the Semester program, brought in a multitude of groups and organizations ranging from the U.S. Department of … Continue reading
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Students Embed at Pentagon
WSP journalism students got a rare opportunity to learn how reporters operate inside the Pentagon. Students toured the labyrinth U.S. military headquarters, met with Defense Department spokespersons, and spoke with print and broadcast reporters who cover military affairs. Above, students … Continue reading
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National Press Club Welcomes Washington Journalism Semester
Gil Klein, former President of the National Press Club, meet with WJS students at the historic downtown Washington club that for decades has served as the backdrop for breaking stories and high-profile political news events. Students were regaled with stories … Continue reading
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Students Sit In on Meet the Press
WSP students sat in on the live broadcast of NBC’s Meet The Press on September 27. Afterward, they met with host David Gregory who discussed his approach to interviewing newsmakers.
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Students Get Firsthand Look at CBS Washington Bureau
WSP journalism students visited the Washington bureau of CBS News and met withSenior Producer Jim McGlinchy and Investigative Producer Laura Strickler. Afterward, they toured the iconic studio and learned the ins and outs of broadcast production.
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Students Tour Nationals Stadium
On September 24, WSP journalism students witnessed a close contest between the Washington Nationals and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Nationals Park. Before the game students met in the press box with representatives of the Nationals’ Media Relations/Communication team as well as … Continue reading
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CBS News legend Bob Schieffer talks to WSP Students
CBS News legend Bob Schieffer spoke to Washington Journalism Semester students about his long and rich experiences in the field of broadcast media. His visit was definitely one of the highlights of our year so far. Nearly 100 students listened … Continue reading
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Murrow Award Winner Visits WSP Students
WTOP Radio National Security Correspondent J.J. Green met with Washington Semester journalism students. Green, a 2009 Edward R. Murrow Award winner, discussed his series, “Hidden Hunter,” about life aboard a U.S. nuclear submarine. He also told students about his ongoing research … Continue reading
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