Lashbrook (left) and Simpson in Times Square.
April 6, 2023–Two student journalists from 含羞草社区 attended the College Media Association鈥檚 Spring National College Media Convention in New York City last month. Kendra Simpson and Patty Lashbrook presented a session called 鈥淓ye-Catching Content: Visual Trends in College Media鈥� at the convention on March 11.
鈥淭hrough this session, we introduced the concepts of making an award-winning photo or spread noticeable to the average viewer,鈥� said Simpson, a senior convergent journalism and public relations major from St. Joseph and news editor of the Griffon News. 鈥淲ith examples from the 2022 Pinnacle Awards and her own personal experience, Lashbrook delved into the specifics of successful photography and layouts. Following our presentation was a Q&A where we openly discussed issues and resolutions for the college newsroom.鈥�
鈥淭his was my first national conference presentation,鈥� said Lashbrook, a freshman convergent journalism and public relations major from Faucett, Missouri and photography editor of the Griffon News. 鈥淲e had a lot of great feedback from the attendees and a good discussion on design and photography.鈥�
Simpson and Lashbrook also gained a lot from attending other sessions at the convention.
鈥淚 learned some fun ways to attract and retain student journalists and get stories from unexpected places, and together we learned how to find our podcast voice,鈥� Lashbrook said, adding that Griffon News is working on developing a podcast for next year.听
Simpson .
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