We will arrive at the hotel sometime in the afternoon. After getting checked in, you will have some time to settle into your rooms.
Time to check out the exposition hall. Be sure to get all the great swag, and wear your lanyard at all times. Grab dinner before the opening ceremony at 7.
At the official opening ceremony, Pacemaker Finalists and FAPFA winners will be honored. San Francisco Chronicle reporter Kevin Fagan and photojournalist Brant Ward will be the keynote speakers.
Select at least four workshops from a wide array of choices. Be sure to give yourself a lunch break! If you are participating in a write-off contest, check your ticket for the time and place.
Enjoy the student dance! Even if you're not a dancer, you will have opportunities to meet other journalism students from around the country.
Select at least four workshops to attend today; try to select topics you haven't already explored. Be sure to give yourself a lunch break!
From the program: "Winners of the NSPA Best of Show, NSPA Pacemakers and national individual awards will be honored at this ceremony. In addition, winners of JEA Write-off contest, Journalist of the Year scholarships, Impact Award and Aspiring Young Journalist will be recognized.You also will see a slide show of convention highlights.
Time to celebrate! We will go out as a group to have dinner locally.
Time to head home! We will reflect on the experience and how we can bring what we've learned back to our program.
