Black inspired students while leading UW campus station
Republished with permission. Dave Black, who inspired generations of students as general manager of UW–Madison’s student radio station WSUM 91.7, has died at age 66. Dave started work on WSUM in 1993 as a graduate student in the School of Journalism…
Marquette student to be recognized as ‘true leader’
The Executive Director of the Marquette Wire will be recognized with the WBA Student Leadership Award at the WBA Student Seminar. Aimee Galaszewski was nominated by Marquette Director of Student Media, Mark Zoromski who said Galaszewski is, “a true leader,…
Four to be awarded scholarships at WBA Student Seminar
Four scholarships will be given out during the WBA Student Seminar on March 5 to students studying broadcasting in Wisconsin. Learn more about the WBA Student Scholarship program and apply here. Interested in supporting the scholarship program? Learn more here….
WBA Student Seminar returns to Madison as in-person event
The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Student Seminar is set for Saturday, March 5 at the Madison Marriott West. The keynote speaker is Dan Shelley, Executive Director of the Radio Television Digital News Association. Previously, Shelley was Senior Vice President of Digital…
WBA Student Seminar to team up with job fair
The WBA Student Seminar is returning as an in-person event in March and making a big change aimed at connecting more students and aspiring broadcasters. The WBA Job Fair, typically held in January, is moving to be a part of…
How a line from ‘My Cousin Vinny’ describes a career in journalism
This fall marks my 20th year in the classroom. Teaching was supposed to be a temporary job until I could land my next TV gig. Remember Marisa Tomei’s character Mona Lisa in “My Cousin Vinny”? She learned about automotive issues…
WBA scholarships increase, accepting applications now
Do you know a student who could use assistance with educational expenses? The Wisconsin Broadcasters Association Foundation offers four scholarships that are increasing in value this year. Students who meet eligibility requirements are encouraged to apply for these scholarships: David L….
Find opportunities for bettering yourself after pandemic
You probably read the book, “Getting Things Done” by David Allen. Or, maybe that’s on your To Do list. Years ago I heard of this great book to reorder my life and accomplish more in less time. I called the…
Teaching, learning and living during the pandemic
It has been one year since we entered this historic pandemic that has had quite an effect on us all and that presented unprecedented challenges for educators and students but offered some surprising innovations as well. Last spring when we…
