SPJ hosts field trip to the Newseum in Washington, D.C.
June 3, 2009
Towson University’s student chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists sponsored a field trip to the Newseum on Saturday, April 4, 2009.
Students enjoyed exploring the museum dedicated to the history of news – especially because of its modern, interactive environment that actively engaged them with hand-on exhibits and audio/visual technology.The highlights of the experience, the students said, were the Pulitzer Prize Photographs Gallery, the 9/11 Gallery, the FBI exhibit, and the 3-D film and 4th-dimension special effects theater that takes visitors on a thrilling journey through the development of journalism in this country.
“I enjoyed learning in a fun and exciting environment, said Shavonney White, one of 24 students on the trip. “I would highly recommend it to anyone. It is well worth it.”
Denise Gordon, another Towson student, said she enjoyed the exhibits because of their authenticity. “It was definitely a trip worthwhile. Simply, wonderful!”
Due to such positive responses, Dr. Sandy Nichols, SPJ’s faculty adviser, said the students are already planning the next field trip to the Newseum in 2010.
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