High school students learn, hone skills at virtual Summer Media Academy at UGA

Thirty-four high school students from around the country studied media and completed specialized portfolio projects during the virtual 2021 Summer Media Academy at the University of Georgia.

The program, a partnership between the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication and the Georgia Center, was divided into three weeks by subject: Journalism, June 14-18; Advertising and Public Relations, June 21-25; and Entertainment and Media Studies, June 28-July 2.

Each course was designed and led by faculty. Alumni guest speakers and other professionals also shared advice and offered participants glimpses into the range of careers available in the industry.

Hands-on learning was a focus of the Academy. Journalism participants wrote articles, made photo essays or produced podcasts for The Post-Covid Post digital publication. Participants in the Advertising and Public Relations Academy collaborated as a group to craft a campaign for a nonprofit organization. Entertainment and Media Studies participants wrote scripts for short films or designed a movie poster. A showcase of all of the student work is available at https://summermediaacademy.wordpress.com/.

Information about 2022 Summer Media Academy opportunities will be available in late Fall at https://www.ugagspa.org/camp.