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The Byline Blog documents contemporary topics and moments in media history with special attention to journalistic issues. The blog also publishes announcements for events and accomplishments due to Dr. Zukas' role as a journalism professor and adviser of the Royal Purple newspaper at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, as well as board member of the Kettle Moraine Press Association.
Congratulations to my Royal Purple student winners of the 2021 Milwaukee Press Club Excellence In Journalism Awards! Best Short Soft Feature Story “Stepping into the past” by Felicity Knabenbauer, Best Still Photograph/Photos “Warhawks crush Central College” by Ky McCombe, Best Local Web News or Feature “Whitewater community coverage” by Dauntae Green, Best Sports Story “Warhawks crush Central College” by Parker J Olsen. Actual award placement – gold, silver and bronze – will be announced May 6 at the club’s Gridiron Awards event at The Pfister Hotel in Milwaukee. https://milwaukeepressclub.org/2021-excellence-in-journalism-awardees/
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Royal Purple student newspaper marched in the City of Whitewater Holiday Parade of Lights Friday, Dec. 3 to celebrate the festive season with community members.
The team of 35 members handed out seasonal winter print issues of the newspaper full of their best feature stories while marching proudly with their organizational banner. The students donned bright red Santa hats and colorful holiday lightbulb necklaces while ringing bells to the beat of Christmas classic songs. The paper will put out one last online issue Monday, Dec. 13 before the winter break and will resume weekly online publications Monday, Jan. 17 with the start of the spring semester. To view the latest online issue visit www.royalpurplenews.com.
Members of the UW-W Royal Purple student newspaper march with their banner in the Whitewater Holiday Parade of Lights Friday, Dec. 3. (Photo Editor Ky McCombe)
The UW-Whitewater Royal Purple newspaper is putting out new issues online every Monday and quarterly seasonal issues. Watch for 5,000 newspapers popping up this week in over 75 locations around campus, the city of Whitewater and at the Rock County extension! The print issue contains our best feature stories and previews for fall events. Check http://www.royalpurplenews.com for weekly event coverage and breaking news! Plus the RP is also on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. There are so many ways to read the Royal Purple!
UW-Whitewater’s Royal Purple newspaper has print issues hot off the press ready for the first fall quarter. Managing Editor Dauntae Green and Campus News Editor Cennedy Hoppe worked up a sweat unloading the 5,000 issues that will be popping up around the campus and city this week.
As we turn the page on such a difficult year, we can start to plan for a return to some kind of normalcy. I am hoping that KEMPA’s Journalism Kamp might be one more item to help your young journalists get excited about next year.
I am reaching out to you personally as KEMPA’s Journalism Kamp is the perfect opportunity for your young staff members. The links below will provide more information, but I’ve outlined four ways that our camp could be just what your program needs right now.
1. We are local! While Illinois and Wisconsin seem to be opening up very quickly, travel could still be a concern for some families. Taking place in the lovely town of Whitewater, this camp is close so no airline tickets or travel plans are needed.
2. We are productive AND fun! Young journalists will be learning from award-winning professionals and instructors in Broadcasting, Writers Circle, Sports Media and Photojournalism while working in state of the art facilities as they compete for the annual KEMPA Kup. However, we balance work with fun as Kampers will also be going to the swimming pool, bowling lanes, gyms and movie theater.
3. We are a great value! Young reporters and their families can rest easy knowing that they are going to be safe and cared for during their four days at the KEMPA Kamp. Receiving such a robust program at such a great rate is a great value. Four days of learning, laughing, and working with peers from across our area is priceless.
4. We are a jump start! The young staffers from your publications will return to your schools energized and ready to contribute. Kamp attendees will be ready to help lead your program in new ways as we all work to return to school this fall.
WE ARE HOPING TO CONTINUE FILLING OUR KAMP ROSTER THROUGH JULY 1ST.
WON’T YOU PLEASE ENCOURAGE YOUR STAFF MEMBERS TO JOIN US?
“Back in Action” July 18-21 You’re invited to the Summer ‘21 KEMPA Journalism Kamp “Back in Action” July 18-21 for high school students interested in media. The Kamp is returning from a summer off due to the pandemic and is also coming back to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus this year!
Kampers can choose their own adventure over the four days of fun workshops in Broadcasting, Writers Circle, Sports Media and Photojournalism. You’ll be right in the action with award-winning professionals. Get your school publication or portfolio critiqued. Work in state-of-the-art studios and labs. Enjoy inspiring ACTION talks that will get you educated and excited about media.
Each night will feature trips to the campus swimming pool, bowling lanes, gyms and movie theater. Plus Kampers can compete for fun prizes in the annual KEMPA Kup. Enjoy nights with friends safely social distanced in the dining halls and dorms, or come just for the daytime! A Kamp t-shirt, meals and fun swag are all included.
Date: Sunday, July 18 through Wednesday, July 21 This camp is available to 9-12 grade students (in Fall 2021), interested in media. Learn More or Register Here Questions? Please contact the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Camps and Conferences office at (262) 472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Continuing Education Events 800 W Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190 Unsubscribe – Unsubscribe Preferences
“Back in Action” July 18-21! You’re invited to the Summer ‘21 KEMPA Journalism Kamp “Back in Action” July 18-21 for high school students interested in media. The Kamp is returning from a summer off due to the pandemic and is also coming back to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater campus this year! Kampers can choose their own adventure over the four days of fun workshops in Broadcasting, Writers Circle, Sports Media and Photojournalism. You’ll be right in the action with award-winning professionals. Get your school publication or portfolio critiqued. Work in state-of-the-art studios and labs. Enjoy inspiring ACTION talks that will get you educated and excited about media. Each night will feature trips to the campus swimming pool, bowling lanes, gyms and movie theater. Plus Kampers can compete for fun prizes in the annual KEMPA Kup. Enjoy nights with friends safely social distanced in the dining halls and dorms, or come just for the daytime! A Kamp t-shirt, meals and fun swag are all included. Free COVID-19 testing is required upon arrival to ensure safety for all participants. Date: Sunday, July 18 through Wednesday, July 21 This camp is available to 9-12 grade students (in Fall 2021), interested in media. Learn More or Register Here Questions? Please contact the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Camps and Conferences office at (262) 472-3165 or email cesevents@uww.edu. University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Continuing Education Events 800 W Main Street, Whitewater, WI 53190 Unsubscribe – Unsubscribe Preferences
The Royal Purple newspaper at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater won second place for Best Newspaper Promotion at the 2020 Better Collegiate Newspaper Competition. The staff worked hard handing out papers every week, participating in campus events and engaging the community online.
Photo Editor Dane Sheehan also took second place for Best Sports Photography. Sheehan entered a stunning photo of a rain-drenched play during a Warhawk Football game this past fall against UW- Oshkosh.
The entire Royal Purple staff put their all into the publication of 24 issues throughout the 2019-20 academic year. Despite the publication schedule being cut short due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the staff persevered with a final online issue April 20 to wrap up the year.
Dr. Keith J. Zukas 