Congratulations to the Urban Journalism Workshop students for producing their own newspaper, tv and radio broadcasts!
Class of 2011
Asjha Cooper
Jarrod Davis Jamai Harris Taylor Harris Tatiyanna Cottrell Kenneth Scott Annya Smith Ayanna Smith Katty Smith Rasheeda Smith Terina Smith |
UJW Radio Production at KRLD 1080
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UJW TV News Broadcasts at NBC5
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"The Journal" Newspaper produced by the Urban Journalism Workshop
The Dallas Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists would like to thank the mentors, speakers, radio and tv professionals who gave their time and energy to make the 2011 Urban Journalism Workshop a success. The workshop would not be possible without your continuous support.
DFW/ABJ President, Cheryl Smith in the the News
Cheryl Smith, Host of KKDA's Reporters Roundtable
By Michelle London Bell, Dallas South News
Cheryl Smith, Host of KKDA's Reporter's Roundtable
Cheryl Smith has shared her insight and expertise on the world of journalism to local students during an 8-week crash course held on Saturdays at Lincoln High School. The veteran journalist and radio talk show host also brought in heavyweights across radio, television, and print mediums to speak to the students during the Urban Journalism Workshop. Guests talked about their experiences in their careers and broke down the realities of a career in journalism or communications.
The first session on March 5th provided a brief overview of the “boot camp” for students, and allowed for introductions to prominent members of the DFW Association of Black Journalists. After a brief hiatus for both Spring Break and the special event with Dr. Ian Smith at Kiest Park on March 12, the workshop returned full throttle with “Radio Day” – where students learned voice preparation techniques, how to write for radio and how to audition for broadcasts. Special guest James Washington, Publisher of the Dallas Weekly, dropped by during lunch to explain the importance of branding yourself and more. Students were also assigned mentors to conduct practice interviews and write story leads as assignments.
On April 2, “Radio Day II” – 97.9 The Beat’s Gary with the Tea stopped by to tell his story about how he got his start in radio nearly twenty years ago. Ms. Smith then coached the students on the importance of staying abreast of current events, and how to utilize the internet as a vital tool for both research and building a network.
For the weekend of April 9, the focus was on television — providing a thorough and comprehensive overview on jobs in television both behind and in-front of the camera. The students were tasked to craft a potential on-air persona and trained on newscast audition techniques. Steve Pickett, of KTVT Channel 11/KTXA Channel 21 and Independent producer LaDonna Castro stopped by the workshop to discuss their positions and understanding of the broadcast industry, as well as examples of their work and what is considered to be “a good story.” “This workshop has reinforced what I want to study at the University of North Texas to pursue a career in journalism and given me a lot of confidence to succeed” says Asjha Cooper, a high school student from Denton.
The remaining weeks of the journalism workshop covered everything from social media to public relations, and the integration of marketing and communications with the media. Media gurus Kayla Adams, PR Director for TD Jakes Ministries and the Potter’s House and Deanna McKinley of Frito-Lay Inc. dropped by on April 30to give the students a glimpse of “a day in the life” of PR professional. DFW/ABJ wanted to ensure that the students were provided a well-rounded view of potential career paths and opportunities.
The Closing Ceremony for the Class of 2011 will be on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 3:00pm at Lincoln High School.
Cheryl Smith, Host of KKDA's Reporter's Roundtable
Cheryl Smith has shared her insight and expertise on the world of journalism to local students during an 8-week crash course held on Saturdays at Lincoln High School. The veteran journalist and radio talk show host also brought in heavyweights across radio, television, and print mediums to speak to the students during the Urban Journalism Workshop. Guests talked about their experiences in their careers and broke down the realities of a career in journalism or communications.
The first session on March 5th provided a brief overview of the “boot camp” for students, and allowed for introductions to prominent members of the DFW Association of Black Journalists. After a brief hiatus for both Spring Break and the special event with Dr. Ian Smith at Kiest Park on March 12, the workshop returned full throttle with “Radio Day” – where students learned voice preparation techniques, how to write for radio and how to audition for broadcasts. Special guest James Washington, Publisher of the Dallas Weekly, dropped by during lunch to explain the importance of branding yourself and more. Students were also assigned mentors to conduct practice interviews and write story leads as assignments.
On April 2, “Radio Day II” – 97.9 The Beat’s Gary with the Tea stopped by to tell his story about how he got his start in radio nearly twenty years ago. Ms. Smith then coached the students on the importance of staying abreast of current events, and how to utilize the internet as a vital tool for both research and building a network.
For the weekend of April 9, the focus was on television — providing a thorough and comprehensive overview on jobs in television both behind and in-front of the camera. The students were tasked to craft a potential on-air persona and trained on newscast audition techniques. Steve Pickett, of KTVT Channel 11/KTXA Channel 21 and Independent producer LaDonna Castro stopped by the workshop to discuss their positions and understanding of the broadcast industry, as well as examples of their work and what is considered to be “a good story.” “This workshop has reinforced what I want to study at the University of North Texas to pursue a career in journalism and given me a lot of confidence to succeed” says Asjha Cooper, a high school student from Denton.
The remaining weeks of the journalism workshop covered everything from social media to public relations, and the integration of marketing and communications with the media. Media gurus Kayla Adams, PR Director for TD Jakes Ministries and the Potter’s House and Deanna McKinley of Frito-Lay Inc. dropped by on April 30to give the students a glimpse of “a day in the life” of PR professional. DFW/ABJ wanted to ensure that the students were provided a well-rounded view of potential career paths and opportunities.
The Closing Ceremony for the Class of 2011 will be on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 3:00pm at Lincoln High School.
UJW 8th and FINAL DAY of 2011! CLOSING CEREMONY Sun. May 15th
The students were ecstatic because this is the last current events quiz:
1. Name the Royal Couple that got married this week. William and Kate
2. Name the mother of the groom. Princess Diana
3. Name the minister who produced a movie that will be released next Friday. Bishop T. D. Jakes
4. What is the name of the movie? Jumping the Broom
5. Why is the NFL headline news this week? Lockout and draft
6. Who was the most recent person fired on Celebrity Apprentice? LaToya Jackson
7. Where was Sen. John McCain born? Panama Canal
8. What fees did the Tx Senate vote to raise? Drivers license
9. Name two of the candidates for Dallas Mayor. Okpa, Kunkle, Natinsky, Rawlings
10. John Wiley Price is a commissioner in what county? Dallas
This morning was Public Relations/ Marketing /Corporate Communications Day and the speakers were: Kayla Adams – The Potter’s House Michelle London-Bell – Dallas Urban Events Deanna McKinley – Frito-Lay Kimberly Sims – Open Channels Group The ladies discussed everything from job opportunities, crisis management, the importance of knowing how to write, internships and more. L. Diane Evans, of L. Diane Enterprise, visited the class and talked about her role in human resources and the importance of taking advantage of opportunities.
Next Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price addressed the class. He discussed his role on the Commissioner’s Court where he chairs 8 of the 15 committees. There’s no substitute for presentation, he told the students. “Be principled about something. There’s no substitute for respect. If you’re principled, people will respect you.” As he talked about voting, media coverage and our responsibility as citizens, he said, “I have a 100 percent voting record. Never missed an election…propositions, school board, college board, you name it. How dare me?” On a final note, Mr. Price, who has been coming to the workshop for about 20 years, told the students, “Use your advantage to the advantage of the disadvantaged. You’re no better than anyone else, and no one’s any better than you! He asked them to read the Time Magazine article on “Are we refighting the Civil War.
A special thanks to DFW/ABJ Board member Terry Allen (Real Men Cook) and Mary brought food for the workshop students. Thanks to Williams Chicken and Brooklyn Jazz Café. Next Eva Coleman, DFW/ABJ Vice President –Broadcast, went over scripts for the radio broadcast and then students went to KRLD where they were met by anchor/reporter Peter Arnel. The students toured the production studios, main studio, newsroom and technical operations center. Students then recorded a mock news broadcast.
----------- CLASS OF 2011 The Closing Ceremony will be on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 3p.m. at Lincoln Humanities and Communications High School, 2826 Hatcher Street, Dallas, 75216. All are welcome.
1. Name the Royal Couple that got married this week. William and Kate
2. Name the mother of the groom. Princess Diana
3. Name the minister who produced a movie that will be released next Friday. Bishop T. D. Jakes
4. What is the name of the movie? Jumping the Broom
5. Why is the NFL headline news this week? Lockout and draft
6. Who was the most recent person fired on Celebrity Apprentice? LaToya Jackson
7. Where was Sen. John McCain born? Panama Canal
8. What fees did the Tx Senate vote to raise? Drivers license
9. Name two of the candidates for Dallas Mayor. Okpa, Kunkle, Natinsky, Rawlings
10. John Wiley Price is a commissioner in what county? Dallas
This morning was Public Relations/ Marketing /Corporate Communications Day and the speakers were: Kayla Adams – The Potter’s House Michelle London-Bell – Dallas Urban Events Deanna McKinley – Frito-Lay Kimberly Sims – Open Channels Group The ladies discussed everything from job opportunities, crisis management, the importance of knowing how to write, internships and more. L. Diane Evans, of L. Diane Enterprise, visited the class and talked about her role in human resources and the importance of taking advantage of opportunities.
Next Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price addressed the class. He discussed his role on the Commissioner’s Court where he chairs 8 of the 15 committees. There’s no substitute for presentation, he told the students. “Be principled about something. There’s no substitute for respect. If you’re principled, people will respect you.” As he talked about voting, media coverage and our responsibility as citizens, he said, “I have a 100 percent voting record. Never missed an election…propositions, school board, college board, you name it. How dare me?” On a final note, Mr. Price, who has been coming to the workshop for about 20 years, told the students, “Use your advantage to the advantage of the disadvantaged. You’re no better than anyone else, and no one’s any better than you! He asked them to read the Time Magazine article on “Are we refighting the Civil War.
A special thanks to DFW/ABJ Board member Terry Allen (Real Men Cook) and Mary brought food for the workshop students. Thanks to Williams Chicken and Brooklyn Jazz Café. Next Eva Coleman, DFW/ABJ Vice President –Broadcast, went over scripts for the radio broadcast and then students went to KRLD where they were met by anchor/reporter Peter Arnel. The students toured the production studios, main studio, newsroom and technical operations center. Students then recorded a mock news broadcast.
----------- CLASS OF 2011 The Closing Ceremony will be on Sunday, May 15, 2011 at 3p.m. at Lincoln Humanities and Communications High School, 2826 Hatcher Street, Dallas, 75216. All are welcome.
DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop Week 7
This was week seven of the Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists Urban Journalism Workshop. The students visited NBCDFW where they met members of the NBCU Black Professional Alliance and other station employees. The students recorded a newscast, watched the NBCU newscast live in the studio and from the control room and took a tour of the station. It is important to note that the professionals talked about jobs on camera and behind the camera, as well as jobs at NBC that are not in the news department like Community Affairs, Sales, Engineering, Accountants..etc.
The students talked with News reporters, Producers, Video Journalists, Assignment Editors, Photojournalists, News Managers about how they do their jobs and what skills the students need to gain employment. A special shoutout to NBCU because this is the 12th year they have hosted the Workshop students at the station and as always the students were engaged,, learned so much and enjoyed the lunch!
We salute the following people at NBC who helped with the workshop today.
Stephen Wright (News Assignments Manager)
Reginald Hardwick (Executive Producer of the Morning Show)
Nada Ruddock (Director of Community Affairs)
Brian Knox (Associate Producer) former workshop student and scholarship winner
Danielle Boyd (Assignments Editor)
Chanel Preston (Producer)
Amanda Fitzpatrick (Reporter) & NABJ Member
Rameisha Shade Meteorologists
Lindsay Wilcox Anchor/Reporter
Sara Story Video Journalists
Andrew Tanielian Video Journalists
Kevin Williams Photojournalist
A special thanks to Dana Polk for spending the day with the students and to Rasheedah and Terina Smith's mother for providing transportation for several students.
Next week the students have an exciting day planned. 9a.m. - 11:45am PR professionals (KAYLA ADAMS of the Potter's House, DEANNA MCKINLEY of Frito-Lay, TERRY ALLEN of 1016 Media and DFW/ABJ Publicity Chair JACQUINETTE MURPHY a host of others will share information about their jobs and careers in public relations and marketing. The pros will also challenge the students with some case studies and exercises.
12 noon - 1p.m. LUNCH w/ speaker DALLAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER JOHN WILEY PRICE 1:15p.m. Absolute final deadline for stories!!! NO EXCEPTIONS!
1:30p.m. Leave for trip to KRLD Radio where they will tour the station and tape a newscast.
SCHEDULE CHANGE-- In Honor of Mother's Day, the closing ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 15, instead of May 8 at 2p.m. More details to come! If anyone would like to participate or provide support, please don't hesitate to contact me at 972.572.0088.
Cheryl Smith UJW Director
The students talked with News reporters, Producers, Video Journalists, Assignment Editors, Photojournalists, News Managers about how they do their jobs and what skills the students need to gain employment. A special shoutout to NBCU because this is the 12th year they have hosted the Workshop students at the station and as always the students were engaged,, learned so much and enjoyed the lunch!
We salute the following people at NBC who helped with the workshop today.
Stephen Wright (News Assignments Manager)
Reginald Hardwick (Executive Producer of the Morning Show)
Nada Ruddock (Director of Community Affairs)
Brian Knox (Associate Producer) former workshop student and scholarship winner
Danielle Boyd (Assignments Editor)
Chanel Preston (Producer)
Amanda Fitzpatrick (Reporter) & NABJ Member
Rameisha Shade Meteorologists
Lindsay Wilcox Anchor/Reporter
Sara Story Video Journalists
Andrew Tanielian Video Journalists
Kevin Williams Photojournalist
A special thanks to Dana Polk for spending the day with the students and to Rasheedah and Terina Smith's mother for providing transportation for several students.
Next week the students have an exciting day planned. 9a.m. - 11:45am PR professionals (KAYLA ADAMS of the Potter's House, DEANNA MCKINLEY of Frito-Lay, TERRY ALLEN of 1016 Media and DFW/ABJ Publicity Chair JACQUINETTE MURPHY a host of others will share information about their jobs and careers in public relations and marketing. The pros will also challenge the students with some case studies and exercises.
12 noon - 1p.m. LUNCH w/ speaker DALLAS COUNTY COMMISSIONER JOHN WILEY PRICE 1:15p.m. Absolute final deadline for stories!!! NO EXCEPTIONS!
1:30p.m. Leave for trip to KRLD Radio where they will tour the station and tape a newscast.
SCHEDULE CHANGE-- In Honor of Mother's Day, the closing ceremony will be held on Sunday, May 15, instead of May 8 at 2p.m. More details to come! If anyone would like to participate or provide support, please don't hesitate to contact me at 972.572.0088.
Cheryl Smith UJW Director
DFWABJ's Urban Journalism Workshop Week 6
I guess this week's current events quiz was really hard:
1. U.S. authorities seized the domains of what online sites?
2. What question did President Obama ask of Republicans as he challenged them to try to repeal his healthcare reform.
3. What is the name given to the latest New York serial killer?
4. What NBA star hurled a slur resulting in a $100,000 fine?
5. What was the slur?
6. Which Dallas County Commissioner says they will not seek another term?
7. Name the two long-running soap operas that will be canceled by ABC.
8. What did a friend plot to do to a Kentucky woman?
9. Who has Donald Trump been verbally sparring with lately?
10. Who did Donald Trump say he has a great relationship with?
BONUS 1. The first naked pool opened where?
2. Who is Lashanda Armstrong?
3. Which former Dallas area politician was released from prison?
The scores this week were horrible!
After a discussion about the dismal scores, we discussed their assignments. Then former television journalist Ramona Logan discussed proper attire. Ramona is the president of Image Advantage and she comes every year to do a presentation. The students (and professionals) enjoy her tips for dressing on a budget. Next Michelle London-Bell of Dallas South News worked with students on their peer profiles and stories. For lunch, former scholarship winner and DFW/ABC(J) board member Starlene Stringer visited with students and talked about her job as news director and anchor at KLTY Radio.
Terina Smith was the lucky winner of tickets to Six Flags. The rest of the day was spent working on stories, preparing for TV Day at NBC 5 and planning the closing ceremony. Everyone should be turning in their completed assignments immediately!
COMING NEXT WEEK – TV DAY. Students will join former DFW/ABJ President Stephen Wright and the NBC crew at the NBC 5 studios in Fort Worth. Remember - no white tops/shirts! Students should plan to be at NBC 5 by no later than 8:45am Saturday, April 23. We are working on carpooling (looking for a driver) to pick students, who don't have rides, up from Lincoln High School at 8:00a.m. sharp. NBC 5 3900 Barnett Street
Fort Worth, TX 76103
(817) 429-5555 Again, it is imperative that everyone be on time. Plan to be there until 2p.m.
----The Closing ceremony will be on Sunday, May 8 at 3p.m. Please confirm your attendance and # of guests by April 30, 2011. ----Also mark your calendar for May 3 for the next meeting/mixer of DFW/ABJ, which will be hosted by Dallas CASA. We will discuss our upcoming 30th anniversary commemoration, NABJ's decision regarding UNITY and we'll share important and exciting information about the upcoming NABJ election. Continue to keep up with DFW/ABJ activities by logging on to our website at www.dfwabj.org. Cheryl Smith, UJWDIrector
1. U.S. authorities seized the domains of what online sites?
2. What question did President Obama ask of Republicans as he challenged them to try to repeal his healthcare reform.
3. What is the name given to the latest New York serial killer?
4. What NBA star hurled a slur resulting in a $100,000 fine?
5. What was the slur?
6. Which Dallas County Commissioner says they will not seek another term?
7. Name the two long-running soap operas that will be canceled by ABC.
8. What did a friend plot to do to a Kentucky woman?
9. Who has Donald Trump been verbally sparring with lately?
10. Who did Donald Trump say he has a great relationship with?
BONUS 1. The first naked pool opened where?
2. Who is Lashanda Armstrong?
3. Which former Dallas area politician was released from prison?
The scores this week were horrible!
After a discussion about the dismal scores, we discussed their assignments. Then former television journalist Ramona Logan discussed proper attire. Ramona is the president of Image Advantage and she comes every year to do a presentation. The students (and professionals) enjoy her tips for dressing on a budget. Next Michelle London-Bell of Dallas South News worked with students on their peer profiles and stories. For lunch, former scholarship winner and DFW/ABC(J) board member Starlene Stringer visited with students and talked about her job as news director and anchor at KLTY Radio.
Terina Smith was the lucky winner of tickets to Six Flags. The rest of the day was spent working on stories, preparing for TV Day at NBC 5 and planning the closing ceremony. Everyone should be turning in their completed assignments immediately!
COMING NEXT WEEK – TV DAY. Students will join former DFW/ABJ President Stephen Wright and the NBC crew at the NBC 5 studios in Fort Worth. Remember - no white tops/shirts! Students should plan to be at NBC 5 by no later than 8:45am Saturday, April 23. We are working on carpooling (looking for a driver) to pick students, who don't have rides, up from Lincoln High School at 8:00a.m. sharp. NBC 5 3900 Barnett Street
Fort Worth, TX 76103
(817) 429-5555 Again, it is imperative that everyone be on time. Plan to be there until 2p.m.
----The Closing ceremony will be on Sunday, May 8 at 3p.m. Please confirm your attendance and # of guests by April 30, 2011. ----Also mark your calendar for May 3 for the next meeting/mixer of DFW/ABJ, which will be hosted by Dallas CASA. We will discuss our upcoming 30th anniversary commemoration, NABJ's decision regarding UNITY and we'll share important and exciting information about the upcoming NABJ election. Continue to keep up with DFW/ABJ activities by logging on to our website at www.dfwabj.org. Cheryl Smith, UJWDIrector
WEEK 5: DFW/ABJ's Urban Journalism Workshop
This was the quiz for this week for 2011 DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop:
1. Dallas City Council members are debating locations of polling booths. Name one of the candidates.
2. What male team won the NCAA championship game?
3. What female team won the NCAA championship game?
4. What former major league baseball player was in the news because of steroid use?
5. President Obama made a major announcement regarding the 2012 election. What did he say?
6. Who recently said they would make a better president than President Barack Obama?
7. What did Dallas Weekly Publisher James Washington say you should work at putting at the end of your name?
8. Who is the vice president of the United States?
9 What Dallas basketball player will be going into the basketball hall of Fame?
10. A billionaire has announced that he would purchase what sports team?
BONUS – What animal did a police officer pepper spray?
It was promising to look at the scores this week! We had some scores as high as 90!!! CBS-11’s Steve Pickett and Independent producer LaDonna Castro discussed their positions and understanding the broadcast industry. They also showed some of their stories and talked about what makes a good story. As promised, Gary Hayes with the Rickey Smiley Morning Show stopped by to make sure that each student received a $20. Lunch Speaker Joyce Ann Brown told about how she ended up spending nine years, five months and 24 days in prison for a crime she didn’t commit, AND how journalists helped secure her release.
National Association of Black Journalists Regional Director Katina Revels, of Associated Press, stopped by the class and talked about her career and the future of journalism. We called workshop alum and former NABJ Student Rep Trina Terrell and sang Happy Birthday. Asjha and Jamai gave a brief update on the Janet Jackson concert that they attended, courtesy of Gary with da Tea, and Taylor told about her road trip to tour Florida A&M University's campus. We had a brief discussion on building relationships, honoring commitments and common courtesy. It was important to point out how punctuality can be an issue!
When we come to class next week, everyone should have their peer and mentor stories, other stories, features and commentaries. Also the students who need to turn in their completed applications must do so (some applications were returned because professionalism is important—your application is a reflection of YOU!) SHOUT OUTS to Stephen Wright of NBC5, Debbie Denmon of WFAA-TV and author/philanthropist Cheryl “Action” Jackson who, because of conflicting schedules, were unable to attend but we are sure they will make it soon. Stephen got called into work, Debbie was participating in the Race for the Cure, and Cheryl had a commitment for at her non-profit, Minnie’s Food Pantry. Get well wishes to DFW/ABJ Vice President Broadcast Eva Coleman, who had a medical emergency. FYI- We are looking for radio professionals for this week. Let me know if you can come!
COMING NEXT WEEK – Former journalist Ramona Logan, who is now the owner of Image Advantage, will discuss proper attire for the workplace or anyplace. We’ll be at Lincoln from 9-5 on April 16. Stop by and join us.
1. Dallas City Council members are debating locations of polling booths. Name one of the candidates.
2. What male team won the NCAA championship game?
3. What female team won the NCAA championship game?
4. What former major league baseball player was in the news because of steroid use?
5. President Obama made a major announcement regarding the 2012 election. What did he say?
6. Who recently said they would make a better president than President Barack Obama?
7. What did Dallas Weekly Publisher James Washington say you should work at putting at the end of your name?
8. Who is the vice president of the United States?
9 What Dallas basketball player will be going into the basketball hall of Fame?
10. A billionaire has announced that he would purchase what sports team?
BONUS – What animal did a police officer pepper spray?
It was promising to look at the scores this week! We had some scores as high as 90!!! CBS-11’s Steve Pickett and Independent producer LaDonna Castro discussed their positions and understanding the broadcast industry. They also showed some of their stories and talked about what makes a good story. As promised, Gary Hayes with the Rickey Smiley Morning Show stopped by to make sure that each student received a $20. Lunch Speaker Joyce Ann Brown told about how she ended up spending nine years, five months and 24 days in prison for a crime she didn’t commit, AND how journalists helped secure her release.
National Association of Black Journalists Regional Director Katina Revels, of Associated Press, stopped by the class and talked about her career and the future of journalism. We called workshop alum and former NABJ Student Rep Trina Terrell and sang Happy Birthday. Asjha and Jamai gave a brief update on the Janet Jackson concert that they attended, courtesy of Gary with da Tea, and Taylor told about her road trip to tour Florida A&M University's campus. We had a brief discussion on building relationships, honoring commitments and common courtesy. It was important to point out how punctuality can be an issue!
When we come to class next week, everyone should have their peer and mentor stories, other stories, features and commentaries. Also the students who need to turn in their completed applications must do so (some applications were returned because professionalism is important—your application is a reflection of YOU!) SHOUT OUTS to Stephen Wright of NBC5, Debbie Denmon of WFAA-TV and author/philanthropist Cheryl “Action” Jackson who, because of conflicting schedules, were unable to attend but we are sure they will make it soon. Stephen got called into work, Debbie was participating in the Race for the Cure, and Cheryl had a commitment for at her non-profit, Minnie’s Food Pantry. Get well wishes to DFW/ABJ Vice President Broadcast Eva Coleman, who had a medical emergency. FYI- We are looking for radio professionals for this week. Let me know if you can come!
COMING NEXT WEEK – Former journalist Ramona Logan, who is now the owner of Image Advantage, will discuss proper attire for the workplace or anyplace. We’ll be at Lincoln from 9-5 on April 16. Stop by and join us.
Week Four of the 2011 DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop
The session opened up with the current events quiz:
1. Who is the governor of Texas? Rick Perry
2. ESPN pulled which athlete for suspicion of DUI? Jalen Rose
3. Which rapper penned a song for groom-to-be Prince William? Snoop
4. Why was a man kicked off a flight? Too tall
5. What was the name of the airline? Horizon
6. Name the rapper who after a long illness died recently. Nate Dogg
7. How were two UN staffers murdered in Afghanistan? Beheaded
8. Who was the latest celebrity fired from Celebrity Apprentice? Dionne Warwick
9. Who is the US Secretary of State? – Hillary Clinton
10. What did a US pastor do to spark deadly violence in Afghanistan? Burn a Qoran
BONUS- What was significant about Sunday, March 27, 2011 Black Marriage Day (worth 25 points)
Next we discussed why writing for radio is different and we practiced writing scripts. Sam Putney, who is returning to the airwaves with Skip Murphy and Company, was unable to make his session but he did send information for the students to use in preparation for their auditions for the radio broadcast. Sam provided excellent tips for the students--sharing his elements for success.
Michelle London Bell, from Dallas South News, led the students in writing and interviewing exercises. She also went over the current events quiz with the students and explained the importance of being well versed on issues.
When Gary with the Tea, from the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, entered the room, it was on! An alum of the program, Gary talked about his experiences before sharing lessons he has learned working in radio for the past 20 years. At the conclusion of his session, two lucky students (Asjha Cooper and Jamai Harris) won tickets to the Janet Jackson concert AND each of the other students received $20 from Gary!!! Thanks to Michelle London Bell for conducting the morning session and Gary Hayes and Sam Putney for sharing their messages! Also thanks to NBC 5's Kristi Nelson for stopping by to visit with her mentee, Jamai Harris, and meet the rest of the students.
We postponed the auditions and so we have to get the radio people back in!!!
---Cheryl Smith
UJW Director
1. Who is the governor of Texas? Rick Perry
2. ESPN pulled which athlete for suspicion of DUI? Jalen Rose
3. Which rapper penned a song for groom-to-be Prince William? Snoop
4. Why was a man kicked off a flight? Too tall
5. What was the name of the airline? Horizon
6. Name the rapper who after a long illness died recently. Nate Dogg
7. How were two UN staffers murdered in Afghanistan? Beheaded
8. Who was the latest celebrity fired from Celebrity Apprentice? Dionne Warwick
9. Who is the US Secretary of State? – Hillary Clinton
10. What did a US pastor do to spark deadly violence in Afghanistan? Burn a Qoran
BONUS- What was significant about Sunday, March 27, 2011 Black Marriage Day (worth 25 points)
Next we discussed why writing for radio is different and we practiced writing scripts. Sam Putney, who is returning to the airwaves with Skip Murphy and Company, was unable to make his session but he did send information for the students to use in preparation for their auditions for the radio broadcast. Sam provided excellent tips for the students--sharing his elements for success.
Michelle London Bell, from Dallas South News, led the students in writing and interviewing exercises. She also went over the current events quiz with the students and explained the importance of being well versed on issues.
When Gary with the Tea, from the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, entered the room, it was on! An alum of the program, Gary talked about his experiences before sharing lessons he has learned working in radio for the past 20 years. At the conclusion of his session, two lucky students (Asjha Cooper and Jamai Harris) won tickets to the Janet Jackson concert AND each of the other students received $20 from Gary!!! Thanks to Michelle London Bell for conducting the morning session and Gary Hayes and Sam Putney for sharing their messages! Also thanks to NBC 5's Kristi Nelson for stopping by to visit with her mentee, Jamai Harris, and meet the rest of the students.
We postponed the auditions and so we have to get the radio people back in!!!
---Cheryl Smith
UJW Director
Week Three of the 2011 DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop
The
session opened up with the first current event's quiz. Although we
stressed the importance of keeping up with what is going on in the
world, some people got side-tracked. Here are the questions that were
provided by DFW/ABJ Vice President Eva Coleman:
1. The radiation levels in Japan were recently reported to be how much more times worse than original thoughts?
2. What happened regarding the landing of two planes (one American Airlines and the other United Airlines) at Washington Reagan International airport?
3. A shooting took place at a middle school in what state?
4. What icon died this past week...with family members upholding their wish of being late to their own funeral?
5. What NCAA team upset the Duke Blue Devils?
6. What is the name of the fund that school districts in Texas hope the state would tap into to aid in the education budget crisis?
7. Police audio tapes were released this week with conversations of what Dallas elected official, despite attempts to keep them concealed?
8. The military offensive taking place in Libya is known as Operation what? 9. AT&T recently announced the purchase of what wireless carrier?
10. What did a judge rule in the case of a former beauty queen's attempt to get her crown back?
***Bonus***In what city in Texas did this controversy occur? Thanks Eva! I was feeling generous so I gave 25 points for the bonus question! AND I can't wait to hear Selwyn Crawford's answers!!!
To lighten things up students talked about efforts to reach their mentors. While Rasheeda Smith made it to her interview with Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price; Terina Smith arrived very late to her interview with Deanna McKinley of Frito Lay. No excuse!!! Katty Smith (no I don't have all of my relatives in the program!!!) said she couldn't reach Steve Pickett of CBS 11. Well Steve is always on point and although he has a newborn baby he is still committed and he had already emailed me telling me to give Katty his cell phone number. SHE WAS SHOCKED! Asjha Cooper did make her interview with Dallas Cowboy Bradie James. This particular exercise was becoming more and more embarrassing as it became apparent that some people used their entire break as a vacation. I can't wait until Steve shows up at the workshop because he will be there!
So we moved on to identifying and writing leads. I also gave my lecture about appropriate emails. No! [email protected] is not acceptable!!! So we had a few changes to make. Sure they can keep their other email addresses but as Terry Allen added-- "Bootylicious" is not an email address you want to have on your resume! Then it was time the session on blogging, tweeting and social media networking. Dana Polk (former president of the Prairie View A&M NABJ Chapter) and veteran journalist Judith Howard Ellis took over. Following their very informative session Dallas Weekly Publisher James Washington was the luncheon speaker and he talked to the students about "branding." It's important to think about how you can add "Inc" to the end of your name.
UJW alum Trina Terrell also stopped by. Trina is former NABJ student rep and she won almost $20K as a participant in the workshop and our scholarship program. The students were shocked to hear that she was in the program 20 years ago because she "looks about 23!" I told them about how working with the wonderful Lawrence Young Trina had front page stories in the Dallas Weekly and the Dallas Morning News before she graduated from high school. After lunch it was time for a budget meeting and we discussed the use of pictures to help tell a story/provide another voice. We talked about the op/ed pages of their newspaper and the group decided to do a point/counterpoint column about tattoos. They spent about 30 minutes researching the topic, looking for experts who have spoken on the subject, searching for stats and finding pictures to add depth to their messages. After discussing their information they began writing. I learned a lot as they did their research and I can only conclude that people do the strangest things and in even stranger places! We need to bring some columnists in for the next Lab to assist with writing exercises.
Next week is RADIO DAY and we're calling on our radio folks to come on out.
Thanks to Terry Allen for making the lunch pickup and Judy Howard Ellis for making a $50 donation! And Dr. Louie White was on the premises bright and early to ensure that we were able to access the facility.
APRIL 2 RADIO DAY
9:00-9:30 a.m. Current Events Quiz
9:30-10:45 a.m. Panel Discussion - Jobs in Radio
10:45- 12:15p.m. Voice Preparation - Coaching
12:15-1:00p.m. Lunch - GARY with da Tea (Rickey Smiley Morning Show)
1:00p.m.-2:30p.m. Writing for Radio
2:45p.m.-until Auditions and taping
A final note-- Services for Adrian Drake were held this Saturday at Friendship-West Baptist Church. Adrian was one of my interns for the Dallas Weekly back in 1990. I even took him and others on a road trip to experience Homecoming at Florida A&M. He loved radio and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Upon graduation from Paul Quinn College, he held many positions including hosting a show on KRNB (one of two sister stations to KKDA-AM) and I was notorious for finishing my show and stopping over to share the microphone with Adrian and the Love Doctor--Rev. Sheron Patterson. It was a joy witnessing his spiritual growth. Unfortunately I did not learn of his passing until I was leaving the radio station this morning.
---Cheryl Smith
UJW Director
1. The radiation levels in Japan were recently reported to be how much more times worse than original thoughts?
2. What happened regarding the landing of two planes (one American Airlines and the other United Airlines) at Washington Reagan International airport?
3. A shooting took place at a middle school in what state?
4. What icon died this past week...with family members upholding their wish of being late to their own funeral?
5. What NCAA team upset the Duke Blue Devils?
6. What is the name of the fund that school districts in Texas hope the state would tap into to aid in the education budget crisis?
7. Police audio tapes were released this week with conversations of what Dallas elected official, despite attempts to keep them concealed?
8. The military offensive taking place in Libya is known as Operation what? 9. AT&T recently announced the purchase of what wireless carrier?
10. What did a judge rule in the case of a former beauty queen's attempt to get her crown back?
***Bonus***In what city in Texas did this controversy occur? Thanks Eva! I was feeling generous so I gave 25 points for the bonus question! AND I can't wait to hear Selwyn Crawford's answers!!!
To lighten things up students talked about efforts to reach their mentors. While Rasheeda Smith made it to her interview with Dallas County Commissioner John Wiley Price; Terina Smith arrived very late to her interview with Deanna McKinley of Frito Lay. No excuse!!! Katty Smith (no I don't have all of my relatives in the program!!!) said she couldn't reach Steve Pickett of CBS 11. Well Steve is always on point and although he has a newborn baby he is still committed and he had already emailed me telling me to give Katty his cell phone number. SHE WAS SHOCKED! Asjha Cooper did make her interview with Dallas Cowboy Bradie James. This particular exercise was becoming more and more embarrassing as it became apparent that some people used their entire break as a vacation. I can't wait until Steve shows up at the workshop because he will be there!
So we moved on to identifying and writing leads. I also gave my lecture about appropriate emails. No! [email protected] is not acceptable!!! So we had a few changes to make. Sure they can keep their other email addresses but as Terry Allen added-- "Bootylicious" is not an email address you want to have on your resume! Then it was time the session on blogging, tweeting and social media networking. Dana Polk (former president of the Prairie View A&M NABJ Chapter) and veteran journalist Judith Howard Ellis took over. Following their very informative session Dallas Weekly Publisher James Washington was the luncheon speaker and he talked to the students about "branding." It's important to think about how you can add "Inc" to the end of your name.
UJW alum Trina Terrell also stopped by. Trina is former NABJ student rep and she won almost $20K as a participant in the workshop and our scholarship program. The students were shocked to hear that she was in the program 20 years ago because she "looks about 23!" I told them about how working with the wonderful Lawrence Young Trina had front page stories in the Dallas Weekly and the Dallas Morning News before she graduated from high school. After lunch it was time for a budget meeting and we discussed the use of pictures to help tell a story/provide another voice. We talked about the op/ed pages of their newspaper and the group decided to do a point/counterpoint column about tattoos. They spent about 30 minutes researching the topic, looking for experts who have spoken on the subject, searching for stats and finding pictures to add depth to their messages. After discussing their information they began writing. I learned a lot as they did their research and I can only conclude that people do the strangest things and in even stranger places! We need to bring some columnists in for the next Lab to assist with writing exercises.
Next week is RADIO DAY and we're calling on our radio folks to come on out.
Thanks to Terry Allen for making the lunch pickup and Judy Howard Ellis for making a $50 donation! And Dr. Louie White was on the premises bright and early to ensure that we were able to access the facility.
APRIL 2 RADIO DAY
9:00-9:30 a.m. Current Events Quiz
9:30-10:45 a.m. Panel Discussion - Jobs in Radio
10:45- 12:15p.m. Voice Preparation - Coaching
12:15-1:00p.m. Lunch - GARY with da Tea (Rickey Smiley Morning Show)
1:00p.m.-2:30p.m. Writing for Radio
2:45p.m.-until Auditions and taping
A final note-- Services for Adrian Drake were held this Saturday at Friendship-West Baptist Church. Adrian was one of my interns for the Dallas Weekly back in 1990. I even took him and others on a road trip to experience Homecoming at Florida A&M. He loved radio and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. Upon graduation from Paul Quinn College, he held many positions including hosting a show on KRNB (one of two sister stations to KKDA-AM) and I was notorious for finishing my show and stopping over to share the microphone with Adrian and the Love Doctor--Rev. Sheron Patterson. It was a joy witnessing his spiritual growth. Unfortunately I did not learn of his passing until I was leaving the radio station this morning.
---Cheryl Smith
UJW Director
DFWABJ's UJW: Week 1 and 2.
This is the 22nd Class of the DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop. It was then-Dallas Morning News editor Rochelle Riley who brought the idea to the chapter and we have had a lot of success over the years and an impressive list of alumni. Over the course of the past two weeks we have had 20 students.
Here is what happened during Weeks 1 and 2:
Day 1 -- DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop
Several of the parents stayed for a while to hear what would be going on for the next two months.
During the orientation segment the students learned about protocol and how to properly address others and introduce themselves. They also learned about note-taking and practiced interviewing one another.
Next several members of DFW/ABJ visited with students and shared information about their jobs:
Chris Howell - KCBI Radio
LaDonna Castro – LaDoMedia International
J. Young Gilliam - Irving TV Network
Kayla Adams – Potter’s House/T.D. Jakes Ministry
Michelle London-Bell -- Dallas South News
Giselle Phelps – CW 33 TV
Denise Stovall -- United Methodist Reporter
Also workshop alum, LaKesha Oliver, discussed her workshop experience.
While the students ate lunch, DFW/ABJ members attended the DFW/ABJ general meeting.
Next the students visited with DFW/ABJ Vice President Eva Coleman. Mrs. Coleman talked to the students about her career in radio and television.
The students ended the day by completing their peer profiles.
Week 2 - There were three surprises for the students:
1. There would not be a current events quiz. BUT we did discuss current events and it was a pleasant surprise to see how informed many of the students were. So that means that next session there WILL be a quiz!
2. There will not be a session next week to allow students to enjoy their Spring Break --after they finish their assignments.
3. We were going on a field trip to work on our Healthy NABJ Project by participating in the Make Over Mile with Dr. Ian Smith.
In preparation for our field trip, we got on our computers and researched information about Dr. Ian and prepared questions for the interviews. Thanks to Brenda Epperson and Tracy Thomas, we were able to transport all of the students to Kiest Park where they picked up their Makeover Mile tee shirts. Next they walked one mile, with Dr. Ian, to the neighborhood CVS store where health screenings were taking place. Students interviewed Dr. Ian and celebrity guest--Spinderella.
Once we arrived back at the school, the students ate lunch. Our afternoon discussion focused on preparing for job interviews, appropriate attire for interviewing and working, and preparing a resume and cover letter. Students were given a sample job application to complete and return for their mock job interviews in the future.
Next editors were selected for the newspaper and mentors were assigned. Each student received two mentors that they are to contact, meet and interview to write profiles on. We discussed the significance of mentors and building relationships. As the day came to a close we gathered around and sang a song. Today was Annya Smith’s 16th birthday so we had cake and ice cream.
Next session - Saturday, March 26, 9:00a.m. SHARP.
Assignments due: Peer Profiles
Makeover Mile lede
Completed Workshop Application and essay
Mentor update
List of story ideas for budget meeting
A special thanks to Brenda Epperson, who had two grandchildren to participate in the workshop. On both Saturdays she provided fruit, juices, pastry, crackers and cheese/peanut butter and almonds; LaKesha Oliver for picking up Lunch for Day 1; Brenda Epperson and Tracy Thomas for picking up lunch for Day 2; Michelle London-Bell for stopping by to visit with the students and pick up the revised schedule; Adarian Thomas for assisting and workshop alum Alayna Smith for bringing the cake and ice cream for Annya.
We will post the Workshop Schedule on our website.
FYI - Here is the agenda for March 26 and April 2-- Professionals if you are available and would like to participate please let me know:
MARCH 26
9:00-9:30 a.m. Current Events Quiz
9:30-10:45 a.m. Lede Writing
10:45a.m.-Noon Blogging/Tweeting/Social Media Networking
Noon-1:00p.m. Lunch w/speaker - Jim Washington - Dallas Weekly Publisher
1:00-2:00p.m. A picture is worth a thousand words
2:00p.m.- 4:00p.m. Budget meeting/LAB
APRIL 2
RADIO DAY
9:00-9:30 a.m. Current Events Quiz
9:30-10:45 a.m. Panel Discussion - Jobs in Radio
10:45- 12:15p.m. Voice Preparation - Coaching
12:15-1:00p.m. Lunch - GARY with da Tea (Rickey Smiley Morning Show)
1:00p.m.-2:30p.m. Writing for Radio
2:45p.m.-until Auditions and taping
---Cheryl Smith
UJW Director
Here is what happened during Weeks 1 and 2:
Day 1 -- DFW/ABJ Urban Journalism Workshop
Several of the parents stayed for a while to hear what would be going on for the next two months.
During the orientation segment the students learned about protocol and how to properly address others and introduce themselves. They also learned about note-taking and practiced interviewing one another.
Next several members of DFW/ABJ visited with students and shared information about their jobs:
Chris Howell - KCBI Radio
LaDonna Castro – LaDoMedia International
J. Young Gilliam - Irving TV Network
Kayla Adams – Potter’s House/T.D. Jakes Ministry
Michelle London-Bell -- Dallas South News
Giselle Phelps – CW 33 TV
Denise Stovall -- United Methodist Reporter
Also workshop alum, LaKesha Oliver, discussed her workshop experience.
While the students ate lunch, DFW/ABJ members attended the DFW/ABJ general meeting.
Next the students visited with DFW/ABJ Vice President Eva Coleman. Mrs. Coleman talked to the students about her career in radio and television.
The students ended the day by completing their peer profiles.
Week 2 - There were three surprises for the students:
1. There would not be a current events quiz. BUT we did discuss current events and it was a pleasant surprise to see how informed many of the students were. So that means that next session there WILL be a quiz!
2. There will not be a session next week to allow students to enjoy their Spring Break --after they finish their assignments.
3. We were going on a field trip to work on our Healthy NABJ Project by participating in the Make Over Mile with Dr. Ian Smith.
In preparation for our field trip, we got on our computers and researched information about Dr. Ian and prepared questions for the interviews. Thanks to Brenda Epperson and Tracy Thomas, we were able to transport all of the students to Kiest Park where they picked up their Makeover Mile tee shirts. Next they walked one mile, with Dr. Ian, to the neighborhood CVS store where health screenings were taking place. Students interviewed Dr. Ian and celebrity guest--Spinderella.
Once we arrived back at the school, the students ate lunch. Our afternoon discussion focused on preparing for job interviews, appropriate attire for interviewing and working, and preparing a resume and cover letter. Students were given a sample job application to complete and return for their mock job interviews in the future.
Next editors were selected for the newspaper and mentors were assigned. Each student received two mentors that they are to contact, meet and interview to write profiles on. We discussed the significance of mentors and building relationships. As the day came to a close we gathered around and sang a song. Today was Annya Smith’s 16th birthday so we had cake and ice cream.
Next session - Saturday, March 26, 9:00a.m. SHARP.
Assignments due: Peer Profiles
Makeover Mile lede
Completed Workshop Application and essay
Mentor update
List of story ideas for budget meeting
A special thanks to Brenda Epperson, who had two grandchildren to participate in the workshop. On both Saturdays she provided fruit, juices, pastry, crackers and cheese/peanut butter and almonds; LaKesha Oliver for picking up Lunch for Day 1; Brenda Epperson and Tracy Thomas for picking up lunch for Day 2; Michelle London-Bell for stopping by to visit with the students and pick up the revised schedule; Adarian Thomas for assisting and workshop alum Alayna Smith for bringing the cake and ice cream for Annya.
We will post the Workshop Schedule on our website.
FYI - Here is the agenda for March 26 and April 2-- Professionals if you are available and would like to participate please let me know:
MARCH 26
9:00-9:30 a.m. Current Events Quiz
9:30-10:45 a.m. Lede Writing
10:45a.m.-Noon Blogging/Tweeting/Social Media Networking
Noon-1:00p.m. Lunch w/speaker - Jim Washington - Dallas Weekly Publisher
1:00-2:00p.m. A picture is worth a thousand words
2:00p.m.- 4:00p.m. Budget meeting/LAB
APRIL 2
RADIO DAY
9:00-9:30 a.m. Current Events Quiz
9:30-10:45 a.m. Panel Discussion - Jobs in Radio
10:45- 12:15p.m. Voice Preparation - Coaching
12:15-1:00p.m. Lunch - GARY with da Tea (Rickey Smiley Morning Show)
1:00p.m.-2:30p.m. Writing for Radio
2:45p.m.-until Auditions and taping
---Cheryl Smith
UJW Director
