Unified Voices of Truth, Integrity and Impact

Want to enhance your photography skills and take your images to the next level? Join us for an immersive workshop on Adobe Lightroom, where you will learn to edit, organize, and showcase your photos like a pro!

Are you ready to elevate your design skills and create stunning layouts? Join us for an engaging workshop on Adobe InDesign, where you will learn to design professional-quality print and digital publications!

Get ready to unleash your inner design guru in this lively workshop where Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop collide! Join us for a creative adventure filled with tips, tricks, and a dash of humor as we explore the wild world of digital design. Be it curving those vectors or painting with pixels, you’ll learn how to make your projects pop and stand out. Bring your imagination, and let’s turn those design dreams into reality—one pixel at a time!

Join Caryn Baird, a researcher for PolitiFact and The Poynter Institute for Media Studies, and Lynn Hatter, news director at WFSU, for an in-depth exploration of political vetting in journalism. This interactive session will pull back the curtain on the rigorous research processes used by media professionals to fact-check political figures and hold them accountable. Learn how political vetting ensures accuracy, credibility, and public trust in an era of misinformation. This workshop, presented by JOU 1112 Use of Information Resources, is essential for students interested in journalism, political reporting, and investigative techniques. Gain insights into how top researchers and news directors navigate the complex landscape of media scrutiny and political accountability.

Join us for an engaging discussion with FAMU journalism alumna Laura Downey, the executive editor at WebMD Magazine. In this special event, Downey will share her experiences navigating the media landscape and her journey to becoming the first Black president of the SPJ Georgia Chapter. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain insights from a trailblazer in the industry!

Presented by Wakati

Join us for a celebration of five incredible years of Wakati and our partnership with Florida A&M University. We’re excited to release a special edition of Journey Magazine, highlighting our shared journey. Additionally, we’ll honor our collaborations with Venom PRoz and the School of Business and Industry. Enjoy exciting giveaways, raffles, and more. Come and immerse yourself in the excitement!

Join us in commemorating a significant milestone: the 40th anniversary of Journey Magazine! Established in 1984 at Florida A&M University’s School of Journalism and Graphic Communication, this award-winning publication has become a cornerstone of storytelling and creativity.

One day, you will be 25. Then 30. Then 40. Your first job, and most likely your first employer, won’t be your last. They may not even be your employer in 2-3 years after graduation. With that in mind, this session is designed to show you how to secure the right job that will be the launching pad to the career and money you desire. What steps should you take after you land on your steppingstone?

“We Are Not Going Back” is a HOPE Gallery-curated exhibition that explores the complexities of our society and all individuals within it striving to overcome adversity. This graphic design competition delves into the challenges and triumphs of forging a better future. By showcasing the power of visual storytelling through the eyes of our SJGC students, the exhibit serves as a reminder of the importance of resilience and moving forward.

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Emmy Award-winning alumna Jessica Larche shares her insights on identifying and investigating issues affecting Black communities. Her expertise in this area has been widely recognized, and she continues to advocate for meaningful change. Through her work, she sheds light on important issues and encourages open conversations about race and inequality. Her contributions have significantly impacted raising awareness and promoting understanding.