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Alcorn State Department of Mass Communications Hosts Media Day 2007

On April 4-5, 2007, Alcorn State University Department of Mass Communications held Media Day 2007. The Media Day is one of the premier events at the university.

“This unique and enriching experience has been designed to provide a realistic view of the world of mass media for the students and potential students of mass communication,” said Dr. Sherlynn H. Byrd, Chairperson of the Department of Mass Communication.

This two day event included a special panel discussion on Connecting the Community: The reporters first Amendment Rights to Write and a special keynote on New Media from the Editor and Chief of AOL Black voices Nick Charles. Other keynote speakers were: Audie Cornish, Reporter, National Desk, National Public Radio; Andreao Heard, Grammy Winning Producer/Consultant; Jerry Mitchell, Investigative reporter, The Clarion Ledger. The Department of Mass Communication was delighted to have alumni as well as media professionals give the charge to the future journalists.

For more information follow the link: http://www.alcornmediaday.com/v2007/index.html