MCJR Week 2026
YOur Story Starts here
March 30 - April 2, 2026
Presented by
The Department of Mass Communications & Journalism
"We, the Storytellers"
Welcome to MCJR WEEK 2026!
Welcome MCJR students. Every year we organize this series of events to help MCJR students jump start their career in media and communications. Please take advantage of these opportunities, participate in events, and get to know MCJR alumni and other special guests.
Welcome back MCJR alumni. Thank you for sharing with current MCJR students what you have learned in your media careers. We are proud of your accomplishments and appreciate you coming back and giving back.
Welcome media professionals. We appreciate you volunteering your valuable time to help our students. Say "hello" to a future co-worker?
Welcome all. Most events are open to all NSU students, faculty, administrators and staff, as well as, guests from the community. MCJR Week events are open to all, unless otherwise indicated below.
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BELOW IS THE SCHEDULE AS OF 3/18/2026.
CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES AND DETAILS,
AS WE GET CLOSER TO MCJR WEEK 2026.
1:00 PM – 1:50 PM
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
- Creating Engaging Video Content: From Idea to Screen
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9:30 AM – 10:45 AM
- Game Time: Careers in Sports Media
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
- Radio: On-Air and Behind the Scenes
1:30 PM – 2:45 PM
- AI in Media: What It Means for Your Career
3:00 PM – 4:15 PM
- Speed Networking: Your Future Starts with a Conversation
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10:00 AM – 10:50 AM
- Mic Check to Paycheck: Mastering the Job Interview
11:00 AM – 11:50 AM
- Reel Talk: How to Make Your Reel Pop and Get Noticed
1:00 PM – 1:50 PM
- The Battle for Our Stories: Media Policy & Power
3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
- Get Hired: Career Documents That Make Employers
Say Yes
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
- Alumni Mixer / Spartan Spotlight Media Competition
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11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
- Getting a Media Internship
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
- Awards Luncheon & Recognition Ceremony (Invite Only)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Legend
BMH = Brown Memorial Hall, SC = Student Center
Norfolk State University campus map
Questions?
Call 757-823-2261, email mcjr@nsu.edu
or send DM on @mcjrnsu or on @mcjrnsu.
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Note: Schedule subject to slight change. Check back for updates.
