What is SPJ?
"The Society of Professional Journalists is the nation's most broad-based journalism organization, dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior." - www.spj.org
Why should you join SPJ?
We offer a variety of opportunities and experiences that helps you network with other students and professionals in the journalism field
Some of the events we host:
- Workshops
- News studio tours
- Skillshares
- Networking opportunities with professionals
How to join SPJ?
2. Add us on UConntact "Society of Professional Journalists, UConn": https://uconntact.uconn.edu/organization/uconnspj
Meet the Board
President
Name: Hallie LeTendre
Year: Senior
Major: Journalism and Political Science
Why SPJ?: “I want to continue to be involved in the journalism department at UConn and connect with students and staff through UConn’s SPJ chapter.”
Vice President
Name: Amaree Love
Year: Senior
Major: Journalism & Minor: Entrepreneurship
Why SPJ?: “To Learn and help educate fellow journalists about opportunities in our field while building connections with them.”
Treasurer
Name: Maddie Papcun
Year: Senior
Major: Journalism and HDFS
Why SPJ?: “I joined SPJ as a way to meet other journalism majors and also gain access to professional development opportunities!
Graphic Designer
Name: Jen (J.J) Ryu
Year: Sophomore (4th semester)
Major: Journalism
Why SPJ?: “I want to connect with other journalism students and expand my professional network. I found the past events I attended super helpful in helping me find internships/jobs.”
Faculty Advisor
UConn Journalism Associate Professor and Department Head Marie K. Shanahan