Week 3- Churchman

Searching for the specific kind of media organization that I would like to join was a difficult task.. There were many options that just didn’t strike my interest..But then I stumbled upon an online organization that caught my eye, LangfordMedia. It is generated out of Lawrence, Kansas by a former KU graduate, Jacinta Langford Hoyt, CEO.  LangfordMedia is a marketing firm specializing in branding and all aspects of digital communications and emerging technologies. They help organizations keep up with real world progress and stay ahead of the curve. They’re involved with Social Media, Web Development, and mobile application development. Keeping up with today’s technology is something I am very adamant about. That is the main reason why I would like to join LangfordMedia. The internet is a complex landscape of search engines, social networks, websites, and more. Most organizations are busy in the day-to-day operations of their business and have trouble finding time to manage and understand all that is involved in their online presence. That is where LangfordMedia steps in and helps them develop in such a way that they can help maximize the company’s exposure.  I would love to help people do these kinds of things.

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http://www.langfordmedia.com/

Week 3 - Mitchell

If there was any media organization that I would join it would be "Media For The Missing."  It's a non-profit organization that works on using various media outlets to help find people who have been abducted, have gone missing, or are in abusive homes.  Although "Media For The Missing" is a national organization, they have a branch that's based in Manhattan, KS, at Kansas State University.  At KSU they have established a safe house where victims can go.  You can online and learn self defense tips in case anyone finds themselves in a situation to know self defense.  You can go their website at www.mediaforthemissing.org and choose your state and see the list of missing people and the information you need in case you recognize anyone you know.  I think this is a great organization because of the simple fact that people don't realize the potential that the media has.  People generally formulate the idea that the media is "dirty" and is made to be out worse then it actually is.  Mass media has became a very powerful tool that helps a lot of people if used properly.

Week 3- Oubaid

If I could join any media organization around Kansas, it would be the Kansas City Star. The first time I read one of their papers in high school, I fell in love. I really like their quality of work and their diverse topics. Even though the Topeka Capitol Journal does cover a lot of important news, I feel like the Kansas City Star is more interesting to read. To me reading about bigger city news is more enjoyable because it covers not only local news but other big time news as well.

This has a lot to do with my major because I am interested in hopefully one day being able to write about news of all different categories. Being able to read about big city news not only makes a person more knowledgeable but also opens a whole new world of life they never got to learn about before.

http://www.kansascity.com/ 

Week3-Hu

There are a lot of different media organizations in State of Kansas, but the one I like it best is KTWU. KTWU has been broadcasting since 1965, the first public television station in the state of Kansas. It has three channels which are seen throughout eastern Kansas and portions of Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma. The station license is held by Washburn University with studios located on the campus in Topeka, Kansas.

KTWU has several productions, including Sunflower Journeys and Quest. Sunflower Journeys is a series of half-hour programs presented in a “magazine-style” format. Each program presents three stories connected by a common theme. These programs primarily feature the insights of knowledgeable individuals who provide the expertise and experiences upon which the resulting stories are based. Although the three segments of each program are designed to complement each other, they may also be viewed separately, which may be desirable for classroom settings. Quest is a cooperative production of KTWU and Washburn University and is the top high school academic competition in Kansas.

Last semester, I have a chance to visit KTWU because of the course “Introduce to Mass Media”. After visiting KTWU, I found that I really wanted to get to know how a TV station work and wanted to join it. In KWTU, I will learn more about mass media, especially the TV aspect. Also, I will have the experience of working in a professional TV station. So I hope I can join KTWU and have a wonderful time in it.  

Week 3 - Penn

As a senior transfer student with no extracurricular involvement Washburn University, the Washburn Student Media group interests me. The organization is completely relevant to my major, obviously, and would provide a multitude of opportunities to practice and improve my journalistic skills and abilities. Additionally, joining would give me an opportunity to get involved, and in turn, get better acquainted with the university.

Washburn Student Media produces The Washburn Review, a “student-run publication dedicated to informing and providing a voice for the general population of Washburn University.” Not only does The Review feature traditional print publications, but video, web, and other social media resources as well. With such a broad range of staff jobs, the opportunities are great. In addition to gaining experience that would undoubtedly enhance my experience in journalism and mass media, I would be able to work with and form relationships with other Washburn students.

Thankfully, The Review’s website is easy to navigate and I almost immediately found the link to apply for a position. (See, they get the whole "original without being confusingly unique concept!)

This is a direct link to the website!

And if anyone else is interested...this link takes you to the online application form!

Week 3 Crayton

The ONA, or Online News Association, is an organization that focuses specifically on online journalism. While it is not a local organization, they have held conferences in the
area, with the most recent being held on KU’s campus. The aim of this organization is to help build a network of journalists that not only focus on the field journalism, but also on the
ever changing technology that is being used to push news and information out to
the masses on the web by online journalists today.

This organization seems to be a perfect fit for my goals. I am planning on covering the video game industry (actually I just landed a spot doing that; go me), and the main place to find out news and information about gaming is on the internet. This organization's aims go hand in hand with my goals and I think it would be a perfect fit for me.

http://journalists.org/

Week 3 - Whightsil

       Fasone & Partners is a local advertising organization located in Kansas City, MO. I hadn't heard of the company before this assignment, but after a little bit of research on their website, I think they are very Interesting. Their website screams creativity which, of course, I absolutely love. They complete a large variety of advertising and media work around the KC area including anything from TV advertisement to promotional events. They also seem like a very welcoming group of co-workers who are eager to help and are willing to go the extra mile!

Fasone & Partners Link