Gator Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists September 18, 2013 Second General Body Meeting

WELCOME! Thanks for joining us for another amazing semester. We look forward to getting to know each of you! But first, let’s re-introduce our Executive Board. Nickelle Smith, President Meghan Pryce, Vice President Peta-Gay Sheerwood, Treasurer Ann-Makir Magloire, Historian Rochelle Alleyne, Secretary Don’t forget to “Like” UFNABJ on Facebook and to “Follow” us on Twitter! You can submit you ideas for #hottopics there.

Member Contracts Remember To be an “official member” of UFNABJ You must sign and agree to all terms in the contract Members must be “active” Seniors must be active through Spring All other members should be continuously active Pay your dues ($15) by October 30, 2013 Attend at least 5 meetings per semester Participate in Game Day concessions ONLY Official members can: Participate in Zion Buzz/Magazine Be eligible to receive graduation cords Run for executive office Be sponsored for the National Convention Put “membership” in NABJ on their resume Any conflicts should be taken up with an E-board members Questions?

Treasurer’s Report Concessions Dates: September 21, October 5, November 9, November 23, November 30 Members need to submit background information (name, date of birth, phone number) in credential website ASAP despite working date.  Important Credential Power Point. Open first link and follow directions provided. (Link will be sent out in the meeting minutes) Job: Concessions  Organization: Association of Black Communicators Hit “submit”

Interviewing Day/Career Showcase Prep When: October 22, 2013 from 9am-5pm Where: Reitz Union Grand ballroom Visit http://www.jou.ufl.edu/knight/InterviewingDay/ to register, to see a list of participating employers, and to learn “how interviewing day works.” Deadline to Register: September 30, 2013 Career Showcase When: October 1-2, from 9am-3pm Where: O’Connell Center Visit http://www.crc.ufl.edu/students/studentCareerShowcase.html for more info.

Interviewing Day Prep Online Portfolio To Request Interviews Upload 1 document that includes: Cover Letter http://www.herblowe.com/1/post/2012/04/covering-the-student-cover-letter.html) Resume Clean, Informative, Tailor to each job (Know who's coming) Clips/supporting material 3-5 pieces of your best work Resources for online portfolio Online Portfolio http://www.wix.com/ http://www.weebly.com/ http://wordpress.com/ Example: http://rochellealleyne.weebly.com

Interviewing Day Prep Interviewing Questions Stay Up on News What they’ll ask you. What you should ask them. (Always have questions!) Stay Up on News Current events of national importance Current events in their coverage area/that’s they’re covering Know the company DO YOUR RESEARCH!! Past Interviewing Day Participants CNN, Miami Herald, Washington Post, WESH-TV, Home Magazine, UF and Shands Communications, etc.

Importance of NABJ National Membership Scholarships Internships Training Networking CONVENTION! 2013 NABJ Convention in Orlando; Convention in Pictures Career fairs, Student Projects, Taskforces, Professional Development Sessions, Parties/Networking, etc! NABJ 2014 Convention in Boston July 30-August 3; GET EXCITED!!!! Check out www.nabj.org

Upcoming Events 5323 Millenia Lakes Blvd #120, Orlando, Fla. 32839 Next Concessions date: September 21, 2013 Next UFNABJ General Body Meeting: 10/02/2013 Career Showcase: 10/01/2013-10/02/2013, 9am-3pm Interviewing Day: 10/22/2013, 9am-5pm Last day to register: 9/30/2013 CFABJ Media Boot camp Event: 10/19/2013 from 9am-1pm Orlando Connecticut School of Broadcasting  5323 Millenia Lakes Blvd #120, Orlando, Fla. 32839 Opportunity deadlines CBC-UNC Diversity Fellowship Program; Deadline: December 13, 2013 http://jomc.unc.edu/diversityfellowship Association for Women in Sports Media scholarship/internship; Deadline: October 31, 2013 http://awsmonline.org/2014-awsm-internship-scholarship/

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Zion Buzz Telecommunications Group Journalism Group See: Nickelle Smith Journalism Group See: Meghan Pryce Or See: Tia Brock PR/Advertising Group See: Ann Makir Magloire