THe Summer Camp
An experience like no other.
2027 DATES COMING SOON
Media Now at Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa is an opportunity for students and advisers to dive deep in their favorite media track and join an immersive three-night, four-day overnight camp experience. Participate in hands-on projects, showcase the work in a camp-wide awards ceremony, and walk away with a portfolio-ready piece of your choice! Whether you're coming in with no experience or a few years of work under your belt, we’ll encourage and support you to reach for the next level.
With small class sizes, maximum attention from the instructors, and room to collaborate with their peers, we are confident we have the right formula of learning and fun to make this a highlight experience for any student journalist or communications student.
Camp Details
Media Now is based out of Drake University in Des Moines, Iowa. Students, advisers and staff stay on-site at campus, experience life in the dorms, and tour local news stations, sports facilities, and media hubs, all while producing work of their own in the classroom.
Need transportation?
We have you covered with a round-trip bus ride from St. Louis to Des Moines.
Quick Facts
Who
High School
Journalism Students (entering 9th - graduating 12th) and Advisers; staffs and individuals
What
Four-Day Overnight Camp
to Improve Your Journalism Skills in a Hands-on, Active Learning Environment; Field Trips and Fieldwork are topped with a ton of fun, prizes and t-shirts!
When & Where
Drake University
Des Moines, Iowa
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Monday - Thursday
2027 DATES COMING SOON!
Pricing
Early Bird Registration
$465
Regular Registration
$575
Late Registration
$650
Inside Summer's Favorite Camp
SCHOLARSHIPS
Full-ride scholarship applications have been awarded for the season.
Scholarships are typically open February - April for that upcoming summer camp.
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Editor Training Program
This school year opportunity gives editors the training they need to be successful room managers, leaders, motivators and visionaries. Whether you're an adviser looking for help training your editors or a high school student looking for some extra guidance, this training program is sure to set your program up for success in the upcoming school year.
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This is our on-demand library of over 170 videos with supplemental assignments and worksheets designed to support the work happening in classrooms with additional easy-to-follow lessons and activities to build individuals and programs.
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If you're looking for the perfect amount of fun mixed in with upskilling your journalism experience, this is it. Field trips and hands-on practice with award-winning professional journalists and advisers are all in one space focused on moving you to the next level. Explore our course offerings from previous years!