MDJ Annual Events

Events

This page lists the School of Media and Journalism's events. 

Media and Journalism Events

Monday, February 21, 2022 -
9:00am to 1:00pm
Feb 21
9:00 am
CCI Prospective Student Visit Day
Friday, April 8, 2022 -
9:00am to 1:00pm
Apr 08
9:00 am
CCI Prospective Student Visit Day
Friday, April 22, 2022 - 12:00pm to Saturday, April 23, 2022 - 12:00pm
Apr 22
12:00 pm
OSMA State Convention

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Annual Events

Media Ethics Workshop 2018

Poynter KSU Media Ethics Workshop

Now in its 17th year, the Poynter KSU Media Ethics Workshop is a one-day training program for professionals, educators and students that examines critical issues and perspectives in media ethics.

 

Robert G. McGruder

Robert G. McGruder Distinguished Lecture and Awards Program

The annual Robert G. McGruder Distinguished Lecture and Awards Program recognizes the accomplishments of media professionals who encourage diversity. It is one of Kent State University's most successful events celebrating diversity.

 

Brian Stelter visits KSU

Dix Media Ethics Lecture

This lecture series features nationally recognized figures discussing critical issues in media ethics, furthering enhancing the school’s national reputation as a leader in the field.

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Alumni Awards

The William D. Taylor Award Journalism Alumnus of the Year is the most prestigious award given by the School of Media and Journalism, and the Fast-Track Award recognizes a recent alumnus/alumna who has been a significant early achiever in his/her field.

 
 

2019 OSMA Keynote Mary Beth Tinker

OSMA State Convention

Kent State University hosts the annual Ohio Scholastic Media Association (OSMA) State Convention. The event attracts more than 300 high school students and advisers and features dozens of workshop and skill sessions, day-of contests, high school news and yearbook critiques, an awards ceremony/banquet and keynote speaker.
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