For Derek Parker, it all began with his first cell phone. “I was never satisfied with what came out of the box,” explained Derek. “I always wanted to make it better.” That drive to improve technology led him to his passion: human computer interaction. For his senior project, Derek developed an interactive display, featuring programs in the College of Arts and Letters, to … [Read more...] about Electronic arts graduate explores the world of human computer interaction
The Standard, Missouri State University’s student-run newspaper, and its staff were recognized with four 2012 Region 7 Mark of Excellence Awards from the Society of Professional Journalists. For the second year in a row, The Standard received first place Best All-Around Non-Daily Student Newspaper in the large-school division. Student photographer Steph Anderson was … [Read more...] about Maroon Minute honors The Standard
How do you cure a worldwide plague? This is the question that the cast and crew of "Epilogue" tackled in their award-winning, six episode Web TV series. Pioneered by professors Dr. Deb Larson and Diana Botsford, "Epilogue" was written, produced and directed by media, journalism and film students. The project also featured the talents of theatre, electronic arts, … [Read more...] about Maroon Minute spotlights ‘Epilogue’ Web TV series
Great things are happening at Missouri State University in the Media, Journalism & Film Department! EMMY AWARD for Epilogue the Series MJF students won their first student Emmy Award at the 34th College Television Awards. Hosted by the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Foundation, this national competition recognizes the best in student media and journalism … [Read more...] about Great Things Continue to Happen in Media, Journalism & Film
April Clore, senior electronic arts major, has earned a spot as a finalist against students, professionals and freelance writers from around the world in the Acclaim Scripts TV competition. You can listen to Clore’s interview online from KSMU. Clore's screenplay is entitled, “Take Fi Out to the Ball Game,” a speculative screenplay of Showtime’s hit TV comedy, Shameless. … [Read more...] about Student finalist in Acclaim Scripts TV competition