The GHS Blue Ink journalism staff traveled to Vermillion for the State Press Convention on Monday, October 21.
The day at USD opened with students listening to KELO digital reporter Michael Geheren, who emphasized the importance of quality information, immediate news, and using multiple mediums to reach an audience. Students then went to breakout sessions that highlighted photography tips, digital storytelling, writing for the eye and the ear, and design.
The afternoon included a panel discussion featuring USD graduates: Sophie Heineman, KELO anchor, Elizabeth Pearson, USD Social Media Specialist, and Joe Sneve, Argus Leader reporter.
After the insight from industry professionals, students were given awards for their writing and photography. All of the entries were submitted at the beginning of September and due to the submission deadline, some articles from last spring joined articles from this fall. Garretson came away with multiple awards.
Photography: Superior Ratings - Noel Johnson (Sports) - Mya Long (Sports) - Malia Johnson (School Activity) - Nadalie Johnson (Sports & School Activity) - Mason Hofer (School Activity) - Nobel Nothstine (Non-School Activity)
Newswriting: Superior Ratings - Jayden Clark (Editorial) - Kylie Uhl (General News) - Nobel Nothstine (Editorial) - Sam Gonzalez (Editorial) - Mason Hofer (Sports) - Jayden Clark (General News) - Malia Johnson (Sports) Excellent Ratings - Preston Bohl (Sports) - Riley Altman (General News & Feature) - Nika Sapunar (Feature) - Noel Johnson (Feature) - Oliviyah Thornton (Feature) - Sam Gonzalez (Sports)
Some students were also lucky, coming away with a few door prizes as well. Kylie Uhl received a Yeti cup and Grace Panning won a brand-new laptop computer.
