SAVE THE DATE
June 30, 2026
Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State, University Park
More information and registration information coming soon!
June 30, 2026
Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State, University Park
More information and registration information coming soon!
The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications, in partnership with the Pennsylvania School Press Association (PSPA), is hosting a free one-day Adviser Workshop. Join us on Tuesday, June 30 and learn how to support and empower high school educators leading journalism, yearbook, broadcast and digital media programs.
Through hands-on sessions led by media professionals and educators, you’ll gain practical tools, fresh ideas and a renewed sense of purpose to take back to your classroom or newsroom!
Come early and join us for a publication review/networking happy hour on Monday, June 29.
Why Attend?
High school journalism and media advisers wear many hats. You are teachers, editors, designers, videographers, mentors and more. Often, you serve in these roles without formal training or adequate resources. The Adviser Workshop is here to change that.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is for:
How the Day Will Work:
The Adviser Workshop is a focused, one-day event built around high-impact learning and networking. With a small group you’ll benefit from meaningful conversations and hands-on experiences in a relaxed, collaborative environment.
Sessions are designed to be practical and relevant. The goal is to provide real tools you can use. Come for the full day or attend the sessions that fit your schedule.
Session topics will include but are not limited to:
Location
All sessions will take place in the state-of-the-art Bellisario Media Center, housed in the Willard Building on Penn State’s University Park campus. This is where we train the next generation of media professionals — and now, we’re excited to share it with you.
Registration
Please visit this link to register.
Questions? Please reach out. We would love to connect.
Cyndi Crothers-Hyatt, PSPA | [email protected]
Emily Clevenger, PSU | [email protected]
Through hands-on sessions led by media professionals and educators, you’ll gain practical tools, fresh ideas and a renewed sense of purpose to take back to your classroom or newsroom!
Come early and join us for a publication review/networking happy hour on Monday, June 29.
Why Attend?
High school journalism and media advisers wear many hats. You are teachers, editors, designers, videographers, mentors and more. Often, you serve in these roles without formal training or adequate resources. The Adviser Workshop is here to change that.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is for:
- High school journalism teachers
- Advisers of school newspapers, broadcasts, podcasts, yearbooks and literary magazines
- Educators leading media-focused classes or clubs — regardless of experience
How the Day Will Work:
The Adviser Workshop is a focused, one-day event built around high-impact learning and networking. With a small group you’ll benefit from meaningful conversations and hands-on experiences in a relaxed, collaborative environment.
Sessions are designed to be practical and relevant. The goal is to provide real tools you can use. Come for the full day or attend the sessions that fit your schedule.
Session topics will include but are not limited to:
- Graphic design and layout tips
- Broadcasting programming
- Photography
- Writing and copy editing
- Navigating AI
- Covering protests, rallies and other controversial events
- What students want in a media adviser
Location
All sessions will take place in the state-of-the-art Bellisario Media Center, housed in the Willard Building on Penn State’s University Park campus. This is where we train the next generation of media professionals — and now, we’re excited to share it with you.
Registration
Please visit this link to register.
Questions? Please reach out. We would love to connect.
Cyndi Crothers-Hyatt, PSPA | [email protected]
Emily Clevenger, PSU | [email protected]
Scenes from the 2025 Advisers Institute | Photos: Nate Thompson
