Call for Panel Proposals
In addition to research paper abstracts, the WJEC is inviting panel proposals related to topics such as (but not restricted to) new initiatives in journalism education (e.g. internships, entrepreneurial approaches, online training, social media, citizen journalism); changing media and business models and the effect on journalism education; and relations between universities and non-traditional providers of journalism education.
Colleagues interested in submitting panels should electronically submit proposals (minimum 500 words) by October 15, 2009 (midnight U.S. Eastern Standard Time). Please note that program restrictions only allow for a small number of panel sessions, so submissions should be detailed and focused. Please include the following in proposals:
- title, objective and rationale for the panel;
- how the panel will contribute toward journalism education; and
- a list of potential panelists, including biographic sketches (150—200 words).
Colleagues interested in participating as panelists discussing an above-mentioned topic (and who can fully sponsor their participation in the conference) should contact Elanie Steyn at elanie@ou.edu.
Panel selections will be finalized by November 15, 2009 and presenters will be informed accordingly. Please note that the WJEC is not able to take responsibility for any arrangements related to accepted panels. Panel submitters must therefore take ownership and organize all aspects related to their accepted panels and ensure that all panelists’ expenses would be covered.
