Sunday, January 29, 2012

New photo on my Flickr: "Kitchen Experiment #27"



Title: "Kitchen Experiment #27"
Photographer: William Hart, Ph.D.
Description: "Drying of some herbs. Liked the texture. Taken w/ camera phone."
Taken: January 29, 2012 at 07:07AM
(C) William Hart






Thursday, January 26, 2012

GlobalMedia: What are International Communication and Global Communication? (U1-P2)


They are activities (things that happen in the world) and they are fields of academic study.

International Communication: “simply defined, is communication that occurs across international borders, that is, over the borders of nation-states”(Fortner).

International Communication: “a field of inquiry and research that consists of the transfer of values, attitudes, opinions, and information through individuals, groups, governments, and technologies, as well as the study of the structure of institutions responsible for promoting or inhibiting such messages among and between nations and cultures”(Mowlana).


Global Communication: “the intersection of disciplines that studies the transborder communication of values, attitudes, opinions, information, and data by individuals, groups, people, institutions, governments, and information technologies, as well as the resulting controversial issues arising from the structure of institutions responsible for promoting or inhibiting such messages among and between nations and cultures”(Frederick). [Note: Frederick is a former student of Mowlana. I had the honor of being a student of bother Mowlana and Frederick in American University's School of International Service.]

What difference do you see between "international communication" and "global communication"?  Are they the same thing?  What is Frederick adding to the discussion?


One thing that Frederick stresses is that "global communication" is "an intersection of disciplines" or put another way it is an interdiscipline.

Interdiscipline: "a field of scholars who identify with various disciplines but share a common interest in a theme that crosses traditional [academic] boundaries“ (Littlejohn).

Disciplines which study GC: international relations, political science, communication, sociology, anthropology, electronic communication, etc.

Another difference that Frederick stresses is: 

  • International Communication: 
    • communication between nation-states
  • Global Communication: 
    • includes nation-states, but also acknowledges the growing importance of the role of the “non-state actors”

Examples of “non-state actors”
  • Nongovernmental Organizations (NGOs)
  • Transnational Corporations (TNCs)
    • Examples
      • Microsoft
      • Coca-Cola
      • CNN

Mowlana acknowledges Frederick’s distinction and now uses “Global Communication” in later books.

Use the definition given above and determine if the following are examples of global communication.
  • Transfer of funds from a bank in U.S. to a Swiss bank?
  • CNN broadcasts around the world?
  • An electronic journal produced in the U.S. read by a person in Argentina?
  • Voice of America broadcasts in other countries?
  • Television programming produced in New Zealand shown in Australia?
  • Pres. Obama talking with German leader?






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GlobalMedia: MLK and INC (U1-P1)

Martin Luther King, Jr., 1964
(Public domain/government photo)
Recently we celebrated Martin Luther King Day.

Are there any connections between what Dr. King did and the study of international (or global) communication?

What did Dr. King protest against?  What was he fighting for?
Short answer: Equal Rights and Peace.

When you think of communication between nations, do you think of some nations (e.g., "developing nations" or poorer nations) which do not have equal representation on the world stage.  Do you think of some nations that have a stronger media system and more media influence around the world?  Familiar with the phrase "cultural imperialism"?

Some of these nations attempt to fight back against the unequal flow of media/culture (via books, movies, music) coming into their countries.  Very often it is U.S. books, movies and music that are "conquering" other nations.  Example: Top Films in Brazil right now.

Do nations have rights?  What role does global communication play in this?

So, some countries fight back for equality and a right preserve their own culture.  Also,some scholars in the field of global communication fight back.  Sometime in their writings they address this issue.  See below.









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How to Study a Course Reading


1. Start with an outline of the reading.  For example, below is an outline for the first chapter of McPhail’s Global Communication (3rd Edition).  Sometimes you may find an expanded/detailed chapter outline at the beginning of the book.  If not, like below, you’ll have to do it yourself.


Chapter/Reading Title: Global Communication (Background)


Introduction
Terrorism and September 11, 2001
Latin American Media
Left-wing Connection: Latin America
Chile: US Government Media Interaction
History of the War Correspondent
New World Information and Communication Order (NWICO)
Electronic Colonialism Theory (ECT)
Four Epochs of Global Colonization
History of Electronic Colonialism Theory
What is Electronic Colonialism Theory (ECT)?
World System Theory (WST)
The Connection: Electronic Colonialism and World Systems Theories
Communication Forces among Nations
Breadth of the Problem
Format for the Balance of the Book

With this outline you can see the big picture and how things are related.


2. Fill in he outline with words and lists.  Note that already in the outline there may be lists that you spot.  For example, in the outline above, there is already a short list of global communication theories (ECT and WST).  A possible quiz or exam question could be: Identify and explain two theories of global communication identified in the reading.

Below only some of the relevant words and lists are incorporated into the outline.  This is not complete, but serves as an example.  The few examples given are in italics and in blue in the example outline below.


Chapter/Reading Title: Global Communication (Background)


Introduction

Three Important Traits of the Cultural Dimension of Global Communication
How much foreign content....
How is this foreign content...
How are domestic....

Terrorism and September 11, 2001
Latin American Media
Left-wing Connection: Latin America
Chile: US Government Media Interaction
History of the War Correspondent
New World Information and Communication Order (NWICO)
NWICO stands for New World Information and Communication Order and is...

Electronic Colonialism Theory (ECT)
Four Epochs of Global Colonization
1 Military colonialism - BC-1000 AD...
2 ….
3….
4….

History of Electronic Colonialism Theory
What is Electronic Colonialism Theory (ECT)?
World System Theory (WST)
The Connection: Electronic Colonialism and World Systems Theories
Communication Forces among Nations
Breadth of the Problem
Format for the Balance of the Book


3. Now carefully study the expanded outline.  Maybe break it apart into flash cards or condense it and put it on one sheet of paper.  Do whatever works for you.  Now also, based on the expanded outline, try to anticipate possible quiz or exam questions.  For example, a question from the reading above could be:  Identify and briefly explain the four epochs of global colonization.



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Tuesday, January 24, 2012

Fav YouTube Clip: Ron Haviv - Freelance in a World at Risk (1998) Full [VID]

I just added "Ron Haviv - Freelance in a World at Risk (1998) Full" as a favorite on my YouTube channel.

Originally uploaded to YouTube by spencerchumbley.

See Video: Ron Haviv - Freelance in a World at Risk (1998) Full
Description: "National Geographic Explorer's documentary "Freelance in a World of Risk" featuring Ron Haviv of the VII Photo Agency. Haviv has been a great influence on my personal pursuit of photojournalism. Work at http://www.spencerchumbley.com"

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DigPhotog: Intro to Photography: The 4 Stages of Competence & Photography (U1-P4)

"Taking a Shot": The 4 Stages of Competence and Photography

In photography you are learning a set of knowledge/facts and a skill (or sets of skills)
How do you take a good photograph?  What's the process?  How do you do it?

Learning how to shoot a good photograph is like learning how to shoot a good foul shot in basketball.

Preparing for a foul shot
Photo by mollyali (flickr.com).  
Photo used under Creative Commons license and embedded using  the Flickr share feature.

Whether we are learning how to shoot a basketball, how to study for an exam or how to take a good photograph, we go through some stages.

The Four Stages

1. Unconscious Incompetence - We don't know that we don't know.
We are unaware of what it takes to accomplish a task.  We don't know what it takes to make that foul shot.  We don't know what it takes to get the perfect photograph.

2. Conscious Incompetence - We know that we don't know.
We may not know exactly how to do the task, but we recognize there are things we need to learn.  We become aware that there are certain things we need to do to consistently make that foul shot.  We become aware that there are certain things we need to do to consistently make a good photograph.

3. Conscious Competence - We know that we know.
We are very consciously aware of the steps to doing a task and we can carefully work through the steps of the task.  We know what is needed to make the foul shot and we consciously think through those steps when taking the foul shot.  We know what is needed to make a good photograph and we consciously think through those steps when taking a photograph.

4. Unconscious Competence - We don't know that we know.
We know the task so well, we don't think about it any more.  It has become second nature. We take that shot with little conscious thought.


What was the last skill you remember learning in which you went through these stages?  Can you describe what happened in each stage and when?

When it comes to photography, what stage are you in now?  What's your goal?


Note: The Four Stages of Competence has been attributed to noted psychologist Abraham Maslow, Gordon Training International and William Howell in intercultural communication.


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ESPN Returns to Hampton Roads Area for Internship Recruitment

Just got an email:

ESPN will be on the Hampton U campus (McGrew Towers) for internship recruitment on February 23rd, 6-8 p.m..  NSU MCJR students, contact the chair of the Mass Communication and Journalism in order to arrange transportation to the event.


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Monday, January 23, 2012

Thinking of Grad School? Undergraduate Research Grants

"Undergraduate Training Programs and Resources

REU Site Summer Institute 2012: Immigration, Geography, and Race/Ethnicity in the United States

Each year the Population Research Center at The University of Texas at Austin, in collaboration with the Department of Sociology, hosts the Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) program. This eight-week summer program, which is funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation, offers eight very selective upper-division undergraduate students from both UT-Austin and from around the country the opportunity to study social demography through course work and a mentored research experience with senior PRC graduate students. The program pays for tuition, room and board, and computer expenses. Students also receive a stipend for participation in the program, which allows the selected students to fully concentrate on their REU experience over the 2-month program. Students register for a 3-hour summer course during the first half of the summer, then dedicate the second half of the summer to their own projects in collaboration with their graduate student mentor and under the overall guidance of the faculty co-directors. Student papers are then presented at the annual fall meeting of the Southern Demographic Association. This program is specifically geared toward students with junior standing who are seriously thinking about attending graduate school in the social sciences and, particularly, in sociology and demography.


We are now accepting applications for the summer 2012 REU program. The deadline for applications is February 17, 2012. Undergraduate student participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its possessions. Click here for application information and instructions.
 

This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. SMA-1004809."



Source: http://www.utexas.edu/cola/centers/prc/training-and-fellowships/undergraduate.php

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Get Involved. Build That Resume - Join NSU's PRSSA

Earlier today I posted info about joining NSU's NBS.
Here's another oppurtunity for you.
Please get involved and build up your professional network and resume.

Got this in an email:

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"JOIN US in reactivating the NSU Chapter of the Public Relations Student Society of America

Interest Meeting & Election of Officers

Monday, January 30, 2012
12 p.m. in MAD, Room 121

Anyone running for office MUST pay dues immediately.
Dues are a total of $60 – Cash or Money Order ONLY
($50 National PRSSA/$10 NSU Chapter)
All Dues Due by Monday, February 20, 2012 at 12 p.m.

Offices to be filled are listed below:
  • President
  • Vice President
  • Treasurer
  • Secretary
  • Public Relations Coordinator

*For officer position descriptions or for more information see: Dr. Erica Taylor in MAD, Room 210 or [email her.]"

See You There!"

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How to Be a Member of NSU's NBS chapter

I recently received this message from John Hamilton, the President of NSU's chapter of NBS.

"I am contacting you in order to inform you and the entire Mass Communications and Journalism department about this opportunity that will be available for a LIMITED time only!!! For those of you who are not aware NBS is a media focused student organization that provides many great opportunities. Opportunities such as trips, productions, event planning, networking, innovation, exposure, etc. If this sounds like the organization for you then you MUST take advantage of this opportunity! NBS is currently collecting member dues. These dues consist of a chapter fee of $10 and a national fee of $25. A total of $35. The FIRST 20 members to pay their dues will be given a $10 refund once we reach the 20 member mark!!! Paying NBS member dues opens up a plethora of opportunities. The most notable is eligibility to be sponsored by the university in order to represent NSU at the annual NBS National Convention and show why NSU's Mass Communications and Journalism department is the best in the country! This year's 70th annual National Convention will be held in Jersey City, NJ on the outskirts of New York City. We will be given networking opportunities as well as opportunities to compete with Universities such as Miami University, Marshall, Texas A&M, University of Florida, Oregon, etc. For more info on the National Convention visit http://comm.rider.edu/nbs/?page_id=122. We are well past the halfway mark so space is very LIMITED for this discount opportunity. If you are interested reply to this email and I will give you all of the information you need."

If you are interested contact John or contact me and I'll get the word to John.


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Saturday, January 21, 2012

Fav YouTube Clip: Crowds line up for 'Red Tails' [VID]

I just added "Crowds line up for 'Red Tails'" as a favorite on my YouTube channel.

Originally uploaded to YouTube by wavy.

See Video: Crowds line up for 'Red Tails'

Description: "Crowds line up for 'Red Tails'"

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Fav YouTube Clip: Defend our freedom to share (or why SOPA is a bad idea) [VID]

I recently added "Defend our freedom to share (or why SOPA is a bad idea)" as a favorite on my YouTube channel.

Originally uploaded to YouTube by TEDtalksDirector.


Description: "http://www.ted.com What does a bill like PIPA/SOPA mean to our shareable world? At the TED offices, Clay Shirky delivers a proper manifesto -- a call to defend our freedom to create, discuss, link and share, rather than passively consume. TEDTalks is a daily video podcast of the best talks and performances from the TED Conference, where the world's leading thinkers and doers give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes. Featured speakers have included Al Gore on climate change, Philippe Starck on design, Jill Bolte Taylor on observing her own stroke, Nicholas Negroponte on One Laptop per Child, Jane Goodall on chimpanzees, Bill Gates on malaria and mosquitoes, Pattie Maes on the "Sixth Sense" wearable tech, and "Lost" producer JJ Abrams on the allure of mystery. TED stands for Technology, Entertainment, Design, and TEDTalks cover these topics as well as science, business, development and the arts. Closed captions and translated subtitles in a variety of languages are now available on TED.com, at http://www.ted.com/translate If you have questions or comments about this or other TED videos, please go to http://support.ted.com"

See Video: Defend our freedom to share (or why SOPA is a bad idea)

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Thursday, January 19, 2012

Journalism Scholarship

Journalism students, you may want to check out the AP-Google Journalism & Technology Scholarship.
With these scholarships their goal is "to shine a light on the hidden treasures in schools across the country — the digital-minded journalists who will be the future of our industry."

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Tuesday, January 17, 2012

DigPhotog: Intro to Photography: Photo Criticism II - Andre Cabuche & Kevin Carter (U1-P3)



Photograph Criticism II

There are a variety of ways of critiquing a photograph.  Below is another way outlined by Andre Cabuche in a Canadian Camera article (2004). Cabuche divides his approach to three parts: technical quality, composition, and emotional appeal.

1. TECHNICAL QUALITY

  • "FOCUS: Is the image sharp? If not, is it intentionally soft and successful?"
  • "CLEANLINESS: Is it free of scratches, dust spots, stains, lens flare, etc?"
  • "EXPOSURE: Is it too light, too dark or just right?"
  • "LIGHTING: Is the lighting too contrasty, too flat or just right?"
  • "COLOURS: Does it have neutral colours or a strange colour cast?"

2. COMPOSITION

  • "BALANCE: Is the image aligned correctly or is it crooked?"
  • "LOGIC: Is the arrangement of the visual elements effective?"
  • "PURPOSE: Is there a strong centre of interest, pattern or design?"
  • "CLARITY: Is it simple, yet complete and without distracting elements?"

3. EMOTIONAL APPEAL

  • "DYNAMIC: Does it grab and keep your attention? Does it have the "wow" factor?"
  • "PROVOCATIVE: Does it excite your imagination, or create a strong emotion in you?"
  • "CREATIVE: Does it show a familiar subject in a new, unusual and yet effective way?"
  • "UNUSUAL: Does it show a very unusual subject in an effective way?"

Use the above approach on Kevin Carter's Pulitzer Prize winning photograph of a starving girl in Sudan.  This photo definitely provokes emotional appeal and raises ethical issues in photojournalism.


Some closing questions:

  • Any similarities or differences between Cabuche's approach and Barrett's approach?
  • What is the relationship between critiquing a photograph and composing a photograph?



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DigPhotog: Intro to Photography: Critiquing Photos (U1-P2)


Photography Criticism



When learning how to critique photographs, a good place to start is with Barrett's book, Criticizing Photographs: An Introduction to Understanding Images.

  • “Criticism is informed discourse about art to increase understanding and appreciation of art.”
  • “Criticism is not a coldly intellectual endeavor.”

Barrett's Approach
  • Describe what you see.
  • Consider the subject matter.
  • Consider how form relates to subject matter.
    • Subject matter + form (focus, contrast, etc.)= content.
  • Let interpretation be communal.
    • Who determines the meaning?  Photographer? Critic?
  • Suggest photographer be silent.
  • Interpret the photograph by questions it raises.
  • Avoid hasty judgments.
  • Consider presentational environments.
    • Subject + form + context = content
  • Ask how the photograph would be judged.
  • Consider assumptions/theories.
  • What are the photographer’s theories about the way the world works?
  • Be honest and open.


Barrett's approach can be summarized as the DIET way of critiquing a photograph.
  1. Describe
  2. Interpret
  3. Evaluate
  4. Theorize

Below is a photo to critique using Barrett's approach.  

File:Gordon Parks - American Gothic.jpg
Gordon ParksAmerican Gothic. Portrait of government cleaning
woman Ella Watson. August 1942. (Public domain photo)
   

If you like, you can post below your critique of American Gothic using Barrett's approach.

American Gothic, that sounds familiar.  What was Parks' inspiration for the title of his photo?



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Monday, January 16, 2012

NSU MCJR Students: MCJR Scholarships Available


Departmental scholarship forms can be picked up in the MCJR main office. Departmental scholarships are only available for current NSU MCJR students.  There are also forms for the scholarship offered by the NSU retirees group.  Deadline for the completed forms is March 1, 2012 and the money will be awarded next semester (Fall 2012-2013 school year).  There are two Journalism and 3 Mass communications scholarships.  More scholarship opportunities may also be announced later this semester.  Stay tuned.  



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DigPhotog: Intro to Photography: Mentors - Gordon Parks (U1-P1)


File:Gordon Parks.jpg
Gordon Parks, 1963,
(public domain photo)
One way to begin your study of digital photography is start with a close study of photographs.  Before taking photographs, study photographs.  Be able to critique a photograph first.  Be able to say what is a good photograph and why and then go out and take good photographs based on what you learned in your study of good photographs.

Instead of studying just any photo though, it would be best to start with a study of photographs taken by some of the great photographers.

I'd suggest that you find two or three great photographers that can serve as your mentors.  Start by visiting the Masters of Photography site.  You may find other similar sites online.

I'd encourage you to consider Gordon Parks as one of your mentors. In addition to being a photographer, Parks was an artist, a composer, an author, and a film director (e.g., Shaft).




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Friday, January 13, 2012

Fav YouTube Clip: CES - Samsung's Smart Window [VID]

I recently added "CES - Samsung's Smart Window" as a favorite on my YouTube channel.

Originally uploaded to YouTube by MobileNations.

Description: "Soon, we shall be living in the world of Minority Report, and this "Smart Window" technology Samsung has at CES 2012 is going to help us get there. Ashley Esqueda checks out what's happening over at the Samsung booth and gives a little demo of the window. Be sure to check out all of our CES coverage from all of our sites: Crackberry, Android Central, webOS Nation, iMore, and wpcentral!"

See Video: CES - Samsung's Smart Window

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Wednesday, January 11, 2012

NSU Students: Apply Now for the Summer 2012 White House Internship Program



"The White House Internship Program is now accepting applications
for summer 2012. Applicants have until Jan. 22 to apply. This hands-on
program is designed to mentor and cultivate today’s young leaders,
strengthen their understanding of the Executive Office and prepare them
for future public service opportunities. Visit Internships to apply.
For more information, you can also email nsuslc@nsu.edu" (from NSU eDaily)



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Tuesday, January 10, 2012

WAVY-TV 10 & FOX43 Minority Scholarship & Training Program


Press Release

"WAVY-TV 10 AND FOX43 INVITE STUDENTS PURSUING DEGREES IN BROADCAST TELEVISION OR DIGITAL MEDIA TO APPLY FOR LIN MEDIA’S MINORITY SCHOLARSHIP AND TRAINING PROGRAM

Portsmouth, VA – January 10, 2012:   – WAVY-TV 10 and FOX43 announced today that its parent company, LIN Media, is now accepting applications for its Minority Scholarship and Training Program and will award one broadcast television scholarship/internship and one digital media scholarship/internship in April 2012.

Each student will receive a two-year scholarship for up to ten thousand dollars ($10,000) per year, which can be used toward tuition, fees, books, and room and board. In addition, each student will obtain hands-on training through a paid internship program at one of LIN Media’s television stations around the country. The Minority Scholarship recipients will be assigned full-time positions upon graduation and successful completion of the training program.

LIN Media has been awarding two-year scholarships to ambitious students interested in a wide spectrum of fields in or relating to broadcast television since 1998. In January 2011, the program was expanded to include a new two-year scholarship and internship for multicultural students pursuing a career in digital media.

Applications will be accepted until March 16, 2012. The application and criteria for LIN Media's Minority Scholarship and Training Program can be accessed via the Company’s web site: http://www.linmedia.com/contact-us/minority-scholarship-program/. "



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George Lucas Talks About Making "Red Tails," Hollywood and Black Films

I do research on films like "Red Tails."  Anybody want to go watch it with me on the first weekend it is out?



The Daily Show With Jon StewartMon - Thurs 11p / 10c
George Lucas
www.thedailyshow.com
Daily Show Full EpisodesPolitical Humor & Satire BlogThe Daily Show on Facebook




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Monday, January 9, 2012

Travel Abroad: Spend Your Summer in India

Those of you who've taken or plan to take my intercultural communication course, you may especially want to check out this opportunity.

"Spend Your Summer in India
NSU’s Intelligence Community Center for Academic Excellence is accepting applications for a summer cultural immersion program from May 19-July 12 in Jaipur, India. The eight-week program involves 50 hours of community service, including field trips. Interested students must enroll in CED 250 and develop a 25-page paper on a required topic. The program’s application deadline is Wed., Feb. 1. All interested students must be US citizens. View a complete description of the Requirements. For more information, call 757-823-0962 or email iccae@nsu.edu." (from NSU eDaily)



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Communications, Marketing & Advertising Scholarship

Check this out.

"With the support of The Home Depot, AAF’s Mosaic Center on Multiculturalism will award fourteen $5,000 scholarships to deserving minority students majoring in advertising, marketing or communications. As college sophomores and juniors, these students should exhibit the potential to become one of AAF’s Most Promising Minority Students by their senior year.

APPLICATION SHOULD INCLUDE:

ELIGIBILITY:                  
  • Application form
  • Current résumé
  • Official college transcript (sealed)
  • Recommendation letter from college professor or employer
  • Essay addressing the following topic (250 words or fewer): What does “Multicultural Marketing” mean to you? Is it still relevant? Should advertisers market differently to different segments( i.e. Hispanics, African Americans, Asians)? Why or why not?

Applicant will be considered for a scholarship only if he or she meets the following criteria:    

  • College sophomore or junior at the time of application deadline    
  • Maintain a minimum cumulative 3.0 GPA (on 4.0 scale)    
  • Must be a U.S. citizen     
  • African, Asian, Latino, Native American or Pacific Island descent



APPLICATION DEADLINE: JANUARY 27, 2012 (5PM EST)

TO APPLY, download the application form here >>"

See more details on the AAF site.



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