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“I wanted to have a PAY IT FORWARD party (P.I.F) to DO SOMETHING that makes a difference,” Hoffman says. “The idea is to come together and create an energy of excitement; enthusiasm that creates continuous momentum! This isn’t a fundraiser, a religion or political in nature. It’s just you and me helping someone else who then, hopefully, will do the same.”
Hoffman gives all the details on how those interested can help him pay it forward on August 8.
Koonin discusses scientific priorities of the Obama Administration and about what we need to do to get on a more sustainable path to meeting our energy needs.
Koonin also highlights the most compelling applied benefits associated with investing in the cutting edge of basic nuclear science, of the type that will be done at FRIB. And he details how investing in basic science is related to long-term economic growth, an issue that’s top of mind in Michigan and across the United States.
MSU will expand its presence in Southeast Michigan this fall, establishing Community Music School Detroit with classes for area youths and adults and a new headquarters for College of Education teaching interns and programs in Detroit schools.
Community Music School is the outreach arm of the College of Music. The college initiated CMS Detroit in response to the community’s desire for enhanced music education and performance opportunities, says Buckley.
“The programs are built on the knowledge that exposure to music dramatically enhances learning, life skills, cognitive development, social awareness and problem solving – all skills that are transferable and necessary in these changing economic times,” Buckley says.
“This is an exciting opportunity to bring the energy of our MSU faculty and students into the rich cultural heritage that Detroit is - the place where Motown started and where techno music developed,” Buckley says. “To be able to go to Detroit and offer this richness to other young people and to share that gift is extraordinarily exciting.”
Kramer talks about Crain’s and its mission covering business in the Detroit area. She also talks about the “state of flux” in the journalism world and about how solid journalism skills can benefit anyone in any career. She also state her optimisim about Detroit’s eventual rebirth.
“Today’s MSU Alumni Association is the perfect way to stay connected to the Spartan magic that helped get you where you are today,” Westerman says. “Every MSU Spartan’s life has been fundamentally changed based upon his or her relationship with MSU.
“That relationship doesn’t have to end at graduation.”
Westerman talks about trends in technology and cable televison from his perch at Comcast.
Westerman is the father of Spartan Podcast; thanks, Scott!
He reflects on his time with the late, great J.P. McCarthy at WJR and talks about how he models his show after J.P. and attempts to “leave out the boring parts.”
He discusses the current and future state of the journalism and media industries and talks about how he got started as an author.
From MSU Today on Impact Radio: MSU’s undergraduate convocation on May 8, 2009 featured commencment speaker Desmond Tutu, the 1984 Nobel Peace Prize recipient and South African anti-apartheid activist; he received an honorary doctor of humane letters degree.
On video: Shelton talks about the best way for PR people to pitch to journalists and about the blurring of journalism and public relations in the multimedia era:
Steigenga describes the positive Spartan buzz that swirled around Ford Field during the Final Four, and he assesses the overall play of the 2008/2009 Spartans.
He looks ahead to the 2009/2010 Spartans and talks about where the team must improve to return to the national title game.
Matt talks about what he learned in his first year in broadcasting and says the game of college basketball is alive and well in 2009.
“The most critical skill to have these days is flexibility,” says Bishop. “You have to be ready to adapt to change and be able to turn on a dime.”
He talks about the mission of Career Services and addresses the “brain drain” and the Intern in Michigan program’s ability to address it.
“Don’t panic,” says Bishop. “This is the year you really need to focus on what you really want to do. You’re more likely to get hired or at least noticed by an employer because you’ve become a student of whatever their field of interest represents.
MSU University Advancement comprises University Development, the MSU Alumni Association, and Advancement Services.
Groves comes to MSU from the University of Michigan, where he was associate vice president and campaign director for university development, a position he held since April 2004.
It was Groves who provided the day-to-day direction for U-M’s recent campaign, The Michigan Difference, which raised $3.1 billion and is believed to be the most successful fundraising campaign ever at a public university.
“Our challenge is to make sure we’re relevant and that we’re communicating to our MSU alumni and friends in a way that’s meaningful to them,” says Groves. “It’s not enough to put out a slick magazine or to put up a Website and wait to see who visits it.”
From MSU Today on Impact Radio: C. Leslie Charles is a lifelong Lansing area resident and MSU alumna who has enjoyed a long career as a professional speaker with an impressive list of satisfied clients throughout North America.
The author of seven books, Leslie’s acclaimed, “Why Is Everyone So Cranky?” thrust her into the media spotlight for over two years.
She discusses what it’s like to “make a living with your mind and your mouth.”
Leslie outlines the advantages of refining one’s public speaking skills, and how effective self-expression can enhance one’s career.
Charles talks about the benefits of the Toastmaster’s organization, too.
Tobin describes what social media are and how they’re different from traditional media. He talks about his bestselling book “Social Media is a Cocktail Party.”
He looks ahead to social media’s future and discusses the skills needed to succeed in this fast-paced world.
Dr. Greenberg talks about the college’s goals and mission. He discusses how the college and its students have changed over the years. And he reflects back on some of his own research of which he is most proud.
“The college is forward-looking and has always been a step ahead of most other communication colleges and programs in the United States,” says Greenberg. “This faculty tends to be able to anticipate what the next decade will look like in terms of media and is able to create courses relevant for our next generation of students.”
Dr. Nettleman says sexually transmitted diseases are increasing. There are 19 to 20 million new cases each year in the United States. She talks about how common STD’s are in the modern era and describes the facts and myths associated with them.
“No one is immune to STD’s,” says Dr. Nettleman. “There is a great deal of chance involved, and the risk is there for everyone.”
Matt talks about what sports information is and offers his advice for young people who want to follow in his footsteps. He talks about how sports information and communcations has changed in the ten years he’s been in the business.
“More and more we communicate directly with our fan base,” says Larson. “We have the best access to behind-the-scenes footage. In the past we might have given that access to a media outlet; now we post exclusive content at msuspartans.com.”
Larson talks about the keys to a successful tourney run for the ‘09 Spartans and talks about working with Tom Izzo.
From MSU Today on Impact Radio: Wharton Center’s Bob Hoffman is organizing his second Pay It Forward event in Lansing’s Impression Five Science Center on August 8.
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