Society of Professional Journalists

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About Us

The student chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) is LSU's chapter of the nation's most broad-based journalism organization, which is dedicated to encouraging the free practice of journalism and stimulating high standards of ethical behavior among LSU's journalism students.┬áSPJ works to inspire and educate current and future journalists through professional development, mentorship and┬áworks to protect First Amendment guarantees of freedom of speech and press through its advocacy efforts.┬áMembers may participate in regional and national events such as the Mark of Excellence awards.┬á

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Members Benefits

To be a member, students must fill out an application for the national SPJ organization and MOST IMPORTANTLY, complete the Anti-Hazing Trainng by Dec. 31 of each year. For information on joining and an application, contact LSU SPJ Chapter Adviser Freda Yarbrough Dunne at fyarbroughdunne@lsu.edu or Co-Adviser Will Mari at wmari1@lsu.edu Networking with student journalists, educators, working professionals and others planning a career in journalism and mass communication. Twice monthly meetings, annual regional and national conventions with expanded opportunities to meet with journalists and media companies with both internships and jobs.

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Our Team

Madison Scott

Secretary-Treasurer

Becky Sadler

Faculty/Career Coach

Elizabeth Falcetti

Vice-President

Will Mari

Campus Advisor

Claire Sullivan

Social Media Officer

Freda Dunne