For Students
University of Georgia 2026 Summer Media Academy
June 8-12 and 15-19, 2026
Athens, Georgia
Cost varies and registration on rolling basis.
Advance journalism skills at the University of Georgia’s 2026 Summer Media Academy!
The University of Georgia’s Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication in Athens, Georgia, will host weeklong, in-person camps in the following subject areas: Advertising and Public Relations, June 15-19; Broadcast Journalism, June 15-19; Entertainment and Media Studies, June 8–12 and Multimedia Journalism, June 8–12.
Instructors will lead engaging activities and participants will hear from guest speakers. They’ll also work on specialized projects over the course of each week. They will produce content for the website.
Gloria Shields NSPA Media Workshop
June 29-July 2, 2026
Bonus classes on June 28
Dallas, Texas
$140, Apply by June 19.
Hotel deadline June 8.
The Gloria Shields NSPA Media Workshop brings together the nation’s top workshop faculty and scholastic journalism experts to propel you and your staff into the year ahead. Whether you’re part of a group or flying solo, you can pick the approach to match your situation, your staff and your schedule. Students will enroll in one workshop course, based on experience level and offering a combination of instruction and hands-on work. The popular auction and dance are held on the last night followed by an awards ceremony on the last day.
High School Journalism Institute
July 6-16, 2026 (two five-day sessions)
Bloomington, Indiana
$585 per session. Apply by June 15.
HSJI is a precollege program for 14- to 18-year-olds hosted by The Media School at Indiana University Bloomington. Our five-day workshops cover a wide array of journalism topics, including design, leadership development, photojournalism, fashion and lifestyle, social media, yearbook and more. Hands-on training in and out of the classroom prepares student journalists for the upcoming school year, and networking opportunities allow students to connect with journalism professionals, award-winning advisers, IU and HSJI alumni, and other students with similar interests. Tuition covers lodging in the dorm, select meals in the campus dining halls, counselor-led activities and more. Full scholarships are available.
Media Now at Drake University
July 7-10, 2026
Des Moines, IOWA
$575 (food, housing, T-shirt & fun included). Apply by June 25.
There’s no better time than Media Now
Summer Journalism Camp July 7-10, 2026!
Media Now at Drake University in Des Moines is where students and advisers choose a single track to immerse themselves in the three-night, four-day overnight camp experience. Participate in hands-on projects in writing, design, photography, video, sports journalism, editorial leadership, motion design and more. Classes are taught by professional journalists and award-winning advisers from across the country. Regular registration is $575 (food, housing, T-shirt & fun included) and open through June 25 with scholarships and special savings available. Advisers can attend with students or students can attend on their own.
We keep our class sizes small so each student gets maximum attention from the instructor, room to collaborate with their peers and space to apply what they’re learning. After 15 years of Media Now, we are confident we have the right formula of learning and fun to make this a highlight experience for any student journalist or communications student.
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Summer Press Academy
July 12-16, 2026
Iowa City, Iowa
$575-$675 Apply by June 30.
Immerse yourself in an exciting journalism experience at one of the world’s most
prestigious writing universities. You’ll sharpen your skills with expert instructors in the topic of your choice. Choose from one of nine workshops: Advanced Graphic Design,
Broadcast Journalism, Digital Sports Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Personal Writing, Photojournalism, Publication Leadership, Social Media Reporting, and Writing for Change. Experience college life as you live, work and have fun on campus with other students who share your talents and interests. For 70 years, the country’s best high school journalists have converged for intensive learning at the University of Iowa Summer Journalism Workshop.
Flint Hills Publications Workshop
July 13-14, 2026
Manhattan, Kansas
A workshop for high school journalism students and advisers hosted at Kansas State University offering an in-person experience for connection and collaboration.
A tradition dating back to 1961 at Kansas State University, The Flint Hills Publications Workshop has maintained the same goal throughout it’s more than 60 year history — to prepare publications staffs for the new school year by imparting critical journalistic skills.
Our aim is for you to take home a plan of attack. After this workshop, you should feel excited to get the year started off right. You’ll have the tools you’ll need to motivate your staff, take better photos, write better stories and design better publications. We also want to provide a platform for you to start producing your publication over the summer. If you are a yearbook staff, arrive with ideas and leave with a fully developed theme, cover design, opening and inside spread design and all ready for finishing touches once you’re back in school. If you work on a newspaper staff, imagine a redesign that will catch the attention of your entire school and have it finished before you even step back on campus.
After a survey of recent campers, three things stood out. Our campers wanted a better campus experience; seeing more of campus including the bookstore, dorms and residence halls. Our campers wanted more diverse and tastier food options. Lastly, our workshop campers sought improved entertainment options throughout the workshop. We will deliver on all three of these requests at this summer’s FHPW 2025 with campus tours, improved food options, and multiple options for entertainment.
We have the best camp instructors around and we hope you choose to elevate your publications by attending our short, fast-paced workshop to help start your school year off on the right foot.
Michigan State University | Michigan Interscholastic Press Association
July 19-23, 2026
Michigan State University,
East Lansing, Michigan
Student rates start at $545.
Adviser rates start at $125.
Apply by July 1.
Spend five days this summer on the campus of Michigan State University! Whether you’re a student entering grades 7-12 or a teacher at the middle or high school level, the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association has experts to help you meet your goals and explore media. Students live in a residence hall, learn in campus classrooms and studios, while being supervised by MIPA’s nationally recognized workshop staff. Our Adviser Institute is designed to empower and equip educators with the knowledge and skills to excel in media advising. Financial aid opportunities are available.
For Advisers
ASB workshops
June 21-25, 2026
Des Moines, IOWA
$695 Apply by April 1.
ASB Workshop is a hands-on professional development experience for journalism teachers who want to strengthen their broadcast journalism and video storytelling skills. Designed specifically for educators, the workshop puts you in the role of the student — shooting, writing, editing and producing real story segments using industry-standard workflows. You’ll build practical skills you can immediately take back to your classroom, from visual storytelling and interviewing to basic production techniques and newsroom-style collaboration. Just as important, you’ll learn strategies for managing a broadcast classroom — organizing teams, running efficient productions, assigning roles, and keeping students engaged in a fast-paced, real-world environment. Whether you’re new to broadcast or looking to sharpen your program, this workshop focuses on confidence, clarity and storytelling that works on camera.
YBK Workshop Adviser Experience
July 15-17, 2026
Kansas City, Missouri
$475 Apply by April 30.
Join us at Adviser Experience!
At Varsity Yearbook, we know advisers have a lot to juggle. That’s why we’re here to make sure you have the knowledge, resources and support you need to succeed.
The Adviser Experience is an all-inclusive event in Kansas City — designed just for you. Learn, collaborate and gain the confidence to lead your yearbook staff to success once the school year begins!
You’ll have the opportunity to learn from fellow advisers and experts, visit our state-of-the-art yearbook plant, meet your support team in KC and connect with fellow advisers who share your passion.
Michigan State University | Michigan Interscholastic Press Association
July 19-23, 2026
Michigan State University,
East Lansing, Michigan
Adviser rates start at $125.
Apply by July 1.
Spend five days this summer on the campus of Michigan State University! Whether you’re a student entering grades 7-12 or a teacher at the middle or high school level, the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association has experts to help you meet your goals and explore media. Students live in a residence hall, learn in campus classrooms and studios, while being supervised by MIPA’s nationally recognized workshop staff. Our Adviser Institute is designed to empower and equip educators with the knowledge and skills to excel in media advising. Financial aid opportunities are available.