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Department of Journalism and Media Studies
College of Liberal Arts


 

The mission of the Jackson State University Department of Journalism and Media Studies is to educate and train students interested in multimedia journalism, media production, and integrated marketing communications. The department is dedicated to the development of journalists and media professionals who demonstrate accuracy, fairness and technological competence.

Student Publications

Student Publications is responsible for coordination, production and printing of publications developed and designed primarily for consumption by and for the benefit of students. Specifically, these include the campus newspaper (The Blue and White Flash) and the student magazine, eXperience. The newspaper and magazine are written, designed and managed by students with counsel of the publications manager.

Visit full Blue and White Flash Website

View the eXperience Magazines

View The Blue & White Flash Newspapers

Overview

  • Publish digital newspaper via website
  • Publish student magazine (fall/winter edition)
  • Train student journalists, photographers, advertising and graphic design majors
  • Provide work experience, clips, and resume building skills for students
  • Take photographs, document events, programs, etc.

The Blue & White Flash

The Blue and White Flash is a weekly newspaper written and edited by the students with the counsel of the publications manager. Editorials and letters to the editor represent the views of the writer(s). Views expressed within do not necessarily represent the opinions of the faculty, the administration, the student body, or the Board of Trustees. The editors determine the time of the publication and the ethical qualities of all articles. Letters are welcome, but may be edited for clarity and space. All letters must include a signature and phone number for verification.

Articles and other materials in The Blue and White Flash cannot be republished without the expressed written permission of the editor, publications manager and the Student Publications Board at Jackson State University.

Advertising Rates and Information

The Flash offers competitive advertising rates, advertising kits and friendly/professional follow- up services. For current rates and space availability, contact the office at: 601-979-2082 or email: theflash@jsums.edu. Camera-ready ads only; ads should be submitted by Monday at 5 p.m. for publication on Thursday.

Letters to the Editor

Letters to the editor are welcome. Editors reserve the right to print or reject for publication any letters received. Letters should include the author's name(s), address and phone number. The address and phone number will not be published. All letters are subject to editing for space and libel consideration. Materials must be submitted by Monday at 5 p.m. for publication on Thursday.

Visit the Flash Website

The Blue and White Flash website is updated as news happens (except during exam weeks and university holidays). The website address is: https://sites.jsums.edu/jsuflash.

Contact Information

The Blue and White Flash
P.O. Box 18449
Jackson State University
Jackson, Mississippi 39217-0849
601.979.2082
theflash@jsums.edu

The newspaper and the magazine wants you! All officially enrolled students can apply! Only serious applicants need apply. Please submit writing samples, photographs and any published clippings to:

Shannon Tatum
Publications Manager
Rose McCoy Building
Room 111
601-979-2082
shannon.d.tatum@jsums.edu

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READY TO JOIN?

For more information, please contact us at (601) 979- 2151.  We look forward to meeting with you and seeing how our program can help you achieve your goals.

DEPARTMENT OF JOURNALISM AND MEDIA STUDIES

Location

Mississippi e-Center @ JSU, 1st floor
230 Raymond Road, Box 2100
Jackson, MS, 39204

Contact

PHONE: 601-979-2151

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