SPJ and the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication are teaming up to bring training and conversations to Eugene on Saturday, Oct. 24.
Learn about narrative writing, mobile reporter, video for the Web, covering business before and after a crisis, and building your career in this ever-changing world. Read the full list of training opportunities here.
Speakers include award-winning journalists, new media techies, industry entrepreneurs, and more. Read speaker bios here.
All sessions take place at the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication in Allen Hall. Some helpful maps below.
Map of the U of O campus (PDF).
Scholarships available. SPJ is offering five $100 travel scholarships to BBJ the first five applicants meeting the scholarship criteria. Those traveling more than 50 miles to attend BBJ and whose employers are unlikely to subsidize travel qualify for scholarships. To apply, please send a letter with a brief description of your situation to our local SPJ President Tamara Kent, assignment editor at KGW News Channel 8, and tell us the reason you would like to attend BBJ. Applications should be sent care of KGW at 1501 SW Jefferson St., Portland, Ore. 97211.
