Vincennes University celebrates 100 years of journalism
VINCENNES, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— Vincennes University is holding a celebration for a century of its journalism and photojournalism programs.
The College of Social Science, Performing Arts, and Communication is commemorating the occasion by having the VU Communication Department host an event called Honoring a Century of Journalism. The event will be held at 11:45 a.m. on February 17 in the Shake Leaning Resource Center Café.
The event will highlight the history of Vincennes University's award-winning student newspaper, The Trailblazer, and include the new logo for the newspaper designed by VU students. The school hopes the event will be a time for students, faculty, staff, alumni, prospective students, and community members to celebrate the program's legacy.
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'For a century, Vincennes University has been at the forefront of journalism education,' VU Assistant Professor of Journalism Jenny McNeece said. 'Our students learn the foundational skills of reporting, writing, and photography while gaining hands-on experience by contributing to a publication that serves as a voice for the University and the University Community.'
VU students who study in these programs can get real-world experience at The Trailblazer as early as the first semester. VU also offers these students a newly redesigned Journalism Lab, and access to technology like Mac computers, the Adobe Creative Suite software, and DSLR cameras. The Trailblazer has transitioned with modern times from a print publication distributed every three weeks to an online newspaper that is regularly updated and a special print edition on the way. VU prides its programs on being able to send its students out ready for careers in digital media, newspapers, magazines, and other media outlets. The courses teach interviewing, storytelling, editing, design, photography, and advertising.
All are encouraged to help Vincennes University celebrate and attend the Honoring a Century of Journalism event.
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