Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication Involvement Fair

Gaylord Assistant Dean, John Hockett, informs a student about the study abroad trip to Peru Rico over winter break.

-Photo by Chinh Doan




Many clubs and organizations set up information booths to encourage students to be active within the Gaylord College. -Photo by Chinh Doan

Gaylord students had the opportunity to ask questions to current members of organizations and sign up for e-mail updates. -Photo by Chinh Doan

The Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication hosted its annual involvement fair last week. But this year, it was bigger and better.

This year’s Gaylord College involvement fair had more participants and provided even more opportunities for students to be active members of the college.

At the involvement fair, students were able to get involved and network with other students of the same interest and area professionals. The different organizations' members passed out brochures that informed prospective members and participants about the organizations’ plans, contact information and upcoming meetings.

There was a student organization related to journalism and mass communication for every Gaylord College student regardless of his or her goals or hobbies. This was where students could find the organization to feed their passion and prepare them for that job or internship. Sooners also had the chance to learn about opportunities to study abroad over winter break or summer.

Some organizations students were able to learn about included Oklahoma College Broadcasters, Advertising Club, Student Media and Public Relations Students Society of America. There were also informational booths for study abroad trips to Europe, Asia and South America.

Professors and faculty greatly encouraged participation in this involvement fair because they believe that students who are involved within the college are more successful in their academic endeavors. They also believe that involved students are more likely to know about internships and job opportunities.

If you missed the Gaylord College involvement fair, you can catch up on all the opportunities at www.gaylord.ou.edu or send an e-mail to cperkins@ou.edu.