Table of Contents Season 48 Students & teams Recognition of Excellence Evaluation from the Semester
Audience development Class presentation evaluation Why applicants applied for spring 2012 positions (external applicants) End of Season Evaluation o Booths o Events o Radio o Display case o Promos Magnets Water bottles T Shirts Stickers Posters Table Tents o Budget o You Tube Analytics o Google Analytics
Enews Stories Featured Guests News Releases Home Town News Releases o Published Hometown News Releases
Season 48 Students
Back: (l�r) Brian Gendreau, Dag Amdam, Glendon Gengel, Matt Petrowiak, David Schalow, Kent Luetzen, Dylan Reichstadt, Cory Robertson, Nick Pavia, Marv Leier, Jon Schaeffer, Victoria Hvaring, David Folske Middle: Derek Korczak, Cody Orr, Stephanie Flyger, Katie Link, Stephanie Waldref, Chris Urlaub, Brady Bruhn, Nicky Byrne, Jenna Hamann, Kelly Kracht, Brittany Konop, Megan Rangeloff, Jinsook Lee, Suzanne Irwin, Monte Koshel, Barry Brode Front: Ashley Trdan, Richelle Ballenger, Maddy Ackerman, Tarah Peters, Krista Cooley, Chelsy Grover, Tonya Peters, Miranda Hilgers, Olivia Faacks, Katie Fletcher, Lisa Casarez, Caitlin Mullally, Stephanie Scheurer Not pictured: Chrissy Casinader Staff: Scott Lima, Fred Remer, Dale Ricke, Lori Shafer
Teams
News Team
Student Leaders
Graphics Team
Marketing Team
Weather Team
Recognition of Excellence The Studio One Recognition of Excellence award is given to one student each week that brings quality, teamwork, communication and professionalism to the program. Below are the students who received this award in Season 48.
(l�r) Nick Byrne, Tarah Peters, Caitlin Mullally, Dag Amdam, Cory Robertson, Matt Petrowiak, Victoria Hvaring, Brian Gendreau, Katie Fletcher, Stephanie Scheurer (not pictured: Katie Link)
Evaluation The marketing team keeps careful records of events, class presentations and community outreaches. The team often uses Google Docs to help organize information. The goal of keeping track of the season is to see what items are generating the most return on investment. The team has a limited budget and the effectiveness of events must be carefully monitored. This section includes evaluation of audience attendance, class presentations, events on campus, why students applied for the internship and the budget.
Audience Development Each semester, a portion of the marketing team is responsible for generating a studio audience. Fall 2011 = 133 guests Spring 2011 = 165 guests Fall 2011 = 141 guests 09‐22‐11
11
8% (Dress Rehearsal)
09‐29‐11
7
5%
10‐06‐11
18
13%
10‐13‐11
8
6%
10‐20‐11
4
3%
10‐27‐11
8
6%
11‐03‐11
38
27%
11‐10‐11
4
3%
11‐17‐11
9
6%
12‐01‐11
15
11%
12‐08‐11
19
13%
Friend
22
16%
Family
31
23%
E‐mail Invitation
0
0%
High School Tour
38
28%
Extra Credit
1
1%
Advertisement
0
0%
Featured in a story
2
1%
Classroom presentation
7
5%
Other
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28%
“Other” included: teacher was featured on show, involvement expo, applicant, specifically asked by an intern to come to the show.
Class presentation evaluation Class info Fall Involvement Expo Aug 24, 2011
Signed up Applied 79 5
Gamble booth 27‐Sep 10‐30am‐1pm Root Beer Float 9‐28‐11 Comm 303 ‐ Principles of PR ‐ Dr. Cowden Interpersonal Communication Com 212 11am Dr. Fiordo Graphic Design COM 202 Tim Pasch ‐ 9:30am 10‐4‐11 IT 322 ‐ Lynda Kenney ‐ Photography ‐ 12:30pm ‐ 10‐4 Graphics ‐ Lynda Kenney ‐ 11am 10‐3‐11 Intro to Business ‐ 10‐5‐11 Comm 212 ‐ Mary Haselrud‐Opp ‐ 9:30 am 10‐6‐11 Comm 212 Mary Haselrud‐Opp 12:30 10‐6‐11 Squires booth ‐ October 5 ‐11‐2pm ‐ Stephen Rendahl 9:30 Am 10‐11‐11 Class Name?? Intro to Business ‐ 10‐5‐11 ‐ 2pm Merrifield Booth 10‐17‐11 Hughs Fine Art Center ‐ Hand out 10‐11‐11 Intro to Non‐Profits 10‐19 ‐ Heather Hogeston ‐ Okelly 201 4pm ATSC 350 ‐ Fred Remer Odegard 114 ‐ 2pm Atc100 ATSC 100(?) ‐ Fred Remer Odegard 114 ‐ 2pm Com 212 ‐ Ronald Hochstatter ‐ 10‐24‐11@1pm Com 212 ‐ Ronald Hochstatter ‐ 10‐24‐11@3pm Marketing class Totals:
13 18 8 4 2 2 17 17 2 3 4 3 4 2 6 7 2 3 7 3 2 2 2 312
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Why applicants applied for spring 2012 positions Numbers from the 44 external applicants that applied during fall 2011 for the spring 2012 semester.
Booth
7
16%
Class Presentation
11
25%
Community Event
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0%
Friend
12
27%
Listserv/E‐mail
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5%
Nightlife
3
7%
Nominated
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2%
Poster
2
5%
Radio
0
0%
Table Tent
1
2%
Teacher Recommended
1
2%
Tour
2
5%
Web site
0
0%
Other
2
5%
End of Semester | Evaluation: Booths: September 23 ‐ Water hand out – potato bowl run
September 27 – Gamble Booth
September 28 – O’kelly Booth (outside)
Fun event for S1 to be involved in the community Small brand awareness – just the table cloth and the runners weren’t really looking to learn more Good video footage but more of a service than a promotion Suggestions: Help with the French fry feed – this event would make it easier to promote the internship because people mingle more that this event and there may be more students. Gamble booths are very successful. The location of the booth makes it easy to talk to students passing by. Also, the booth is right next to the most used classroom for the marketing department, therefore we always catch really solid marketing students during our booths in gamble. This semester we coordinated it well with the class schedule and busy days, we got many sign ups and interested students Very slow in between classes – but the people in the computer lab that just walk buy would come and stop by for a little longer to talk Flagging people down really did help getting people to stop ipad helped build intrigue Suggestions: We could try to do a booth on the 2nd or 3rd floor – right by the elevators possibly on the same day There’s a lot of traffic around the political science classes with would be on the 2nd and 3rd floors of Gamble. Hand out apple cider with pre mix – although if you had enough people then it did work ok. Cider would be a good hand out – smells good and sometimes people don’t like coffee Highly successful. The root beer floats were a huge HIT! The bees not so much. Although it was hard to do the Studio One spiel to the students that came there (because of the extremely high amount of students gathering around our booth for the floats), we had the highest number of sign‐ups that day I believe, and a lot of students that were interested enough to stick around and listen to our promotional speech about Studio One Root beer floats needed WAY more people to help man the booth. 3 people were not enough to promote the show while serving up ice cream. There were a lot of different majors/ROTC/engineering/anthropology This booth was a good public awareness event The location was good – right outside of Okelly Suggestions: Maybe try something like Oatmeal Cream Pies/
The magnets would have been a good fit for this event Brought signs and put them on the sidewalk that lets people know what they ‘re getting gin line for Do more outdoor handouts The location was good – right outside of Okelly MU Display Case Cutouts looked professional and classy Suggestions: It was hard because the background was black so maybe get a white or RED sheet and hang it in the back so silhouette stands out GO neon and then put the tie as the same color as the background There weren’t things to hang stuff on Take some basic supplies like tape along Make the booth slightly interactive and tape one of the QR Codes onto the glass/applications outside of the case Oct – 4 – Memorial union Good impact with logo recognition Booth – right in front of It helps lots of different types of students to know that S1 logo is a popcorn campus logo This was the booth where the booth was closer to market place UPC showed us up with free T‐shirts and they had a lot of people overlapping with S1 booth Getting people from other teams ‐especially with other teams since we’re talking to so many different types of students Suggestions: There is always a lot of traffic in the union around lunch hour, and then close to none when lunch hour is over. Maybe we should focus on only being there from 11‐1:30pm, that way we catch the heavy foot traffic without dragging on for the time frame that close to nobody is there. I always enjoy the union booths, there is such a wide variety of our target market that we get the chance to practice our message and speaking to all the different segments of our target market. It educates the interns on how to properly approach and present the different students, and how to tailor the correct message to them. Space yourself away from other booths with free stuff Encourage students from other teams help with booths because they are good at telling others about the variety of experience Studio One offers. Oct – 5 – Squires Booth This booth was a good idea, but probably not the best solution for promoting Studio One. The set up made it almost impossible to keep students by our booth to talk to them, because that meant holding up the line for the rest of the students. This again could result in negative views It is a great idea for a booth, but next time we should try to do it outside. That way we could catch the wave of people that have already eaten and might stop and hang out for a little while. Also, we will not be in anybody’s wave This is the ultimate location for our “Unknowns”, it would be a great
place to start spreading awareness for the program Most people didn’t want to lose their place in line Suggestions: Needed a booth in the exit side, the entrance side was way too crowded This booth needed to be outside and just quickly hand out the paper The booth was really slow at first and they didn’t want to talk at first Maybe try to set up for booths at the end but they stopped by before they left Team recommended to put the table outside Maybe shift the event so that it builds awareness and not so much to get sign‐ups Oct – 10‐13 Table Tents Table tents had a really sweet design this year. Made it easier to reuse, catch your attention and don’t crumble after the first day of curious freshmen playing with them. I think it’s a better design than the previous years “triangle” shaped table tents, and more sturdy as well. It was fun having actually having pics from the season on the table tent Suggestions: If I remember correctly we missed out on a few days for this week’s table tents? We should try to stay on top of our deadlines; otherwise we might miss out on impacting a larger number of our target market than intended. Next semester – MORE FACES Oct – 11 –Hughes Fine Not the most successful booth on campus. Although I think we Arts Center should set up a booth here in the future. There was not a lot of interest for Studio One, but we had a few pretty solid candidates from the building interested in graphics and photography. Even though we might not get the highest % of applicants from this building, we might get a few solid ones as well as spread awareness Difficult because there was a test that day on the 2nd floor so many people were freaking out about the test ‐ there were about 100 people in the class and all freaking out People were kind of on the outskirts of campus and trying to get to another class quickly The people that did stop to talk they did stay to chat Prizes really did help engage people Oct‐ 12 – Memorial union There is always a lot of traffic in the union around lunch hour, and This was the first booth then close to none when lunch hour is over. Maybe we should focus of the four across the on only being there from 11‐1:30pm, that way we catch the heavy entrance of marketplace foot traffic without dragging on for the time frame that close to (better location) nobody is there. I always enjoy the union booths, there is such a wide variety of our target market that we get the chance to practice our message and speaking to all the different segments of our
target market. It educates the interns on how to properly approach and present the different students, and how to tailor the correct message to them. Also, our Wheel of Fortune is a HUGE success. Especially when we have such sweet prizes! Gave away a ton of free stuff and started running out of prizes Oct – 14 – Radio – A lot of confusion surrounding this radio appearance. I tried to 1310KNOX listen to the 104 station, but I never hear anything about Studio One, come to find out it’s on an AM station. Although it’s nice to get the awareness out there whenever we can, I think this particular station has too small of a % of our target market, that its not really worth pursuing. Next year it would be better to check out the major stations in the area, and go on those. Maybe even go back to XL93 and give them another chance? Even though the Dj is a (insert here), we could perhaps talk to Jordan/Jordo (whatever his name is) instead? It was good that we were on the AM station but try to set it up again. The team was on there for about 10 or 15 mins It was a full interview but it was really really really good to have Jon there to fill in some of the details about other positions It was good to go over questions and they asked a lot of questions about behind the camera so: o How do you get your news and stories o It’s ok to not be on camera questions o Where the show plays o Applicants o How many people were in Studio One? o How to watch the show This is basically a great practice place before going on some of the evening FM radio shows It was a public awareness event not a recruitment event. It would reach a different market Suggestions: More radio events in general Oct 16‐18 – Table Tents Table tents had a really sweet design this year. Made it easier to reuse, catch your attention and don’t crumble after the first day of curious freshmen playing with them. I think it’s a better design than the previous years “triangle” shaped table tents, and more sturdy as well. looked great, if we could leave them up longer or not set up then take down just to set up again would be nice Oct 17 – Merrifield Booth Along with Gamble, the Merrifield booths are by far the most successful ones. So many solid students that show a great deal of interest in the program. The setup of the booth makes it easy to talk to students, and we catch a lot of foot traffic in between classes. Even though its quiet when class is in session, it’s very beneficial to stay there for several hours to catch the waves of
student before they go to class or right after class. Most of our sign ups come from this building The coffee hand out was a great turn out Move to the 2nd floor and all of the Com/Graphics classes are up on that floor Maybe do two booths one on the first floor and the other on the 2nd Lots of different team members from other teams were able to help and coffee/candy/prizes Coffee creamer helped Apple cider would also be a great fit Oct 19 – Gamble booth Gamble is a perfect place to promote the marketing team; we seem to create more awareness of the program as well as more interest. Once students know it’s not all about TV they get much more excited about the internship This booth was so slow and painful because we didn’t have prize wheel and it was terrible and there was an intern by themselves. Also Jimmy Johns was handing out sandwiches outside Suggestions: Booths need to have more than one person at the booth Items need to be appealing and prize wheel is a great way to engage others Think of other handouts besides coffee – the little kiosk, “Hot Perks” sells coffee so we can’t really sabotage their business by giving coffee away. Oct 20 – planned tee shirt It seems that the company we go through always take longer than day (but no shirts) intended on making the shirts. And I believe we even ordered them earlier this year! Maybe we should look into going through someone else, or make some kind of a contract with them to make sure that if we don’t get them on our agreed upon deadline we get refunded x‐amount of our money. After all, there is a reason for our deadline. We want to be able to use them before the application deadline hits. Suggestions: Go with a simple design Black shirts with a bold logo Some kind of design that is a little bolder Oct 21 – Night Life Grocery Bingo has always highly successful event. The event draws in over 100 students every time (even when we hosted it on homecoming game!). It is the ultimate opportunity to spread awareness about the internship Negative: o This semester, due to some technological difficulties and miscommunication, we weren’t able to set up the booth, information and recruitment video for Studio One. Although the event was very successful, with a very large audience, the message about Studio One got lost in the mix. Many of them had no clue that S1 hosted it or what S1 is. Although,
we did present the internship before we started, but more and more people were arriving as the Bingo was going on so many of them never got that message o Also, Night Life wasn’t as well informed about what was going to happen either. There were no gift bags set up, only loose gift cards to hand out to the crowd. But we did a great job printing the posters out early No place to tack up posters in Squires Suggestions: Make sure everybody knows who is setting the booth up, and agree on the meeting prior to the event who will be setting it up and where all the equipment/info is to avoid stupid technology to fail us again Make sure Night Life is well informed about what we want when it comes to gifts; gift bags with candy, swag and gift cards (see previous semester) Great way to reach students! (especially young ones) we need to plan it on a day where more Studio One people can come, we can set up a booth and actually talk to the students Have more people come but the date kept changing and there are many different people in Greek homes that were unable to attend. Oct 25 – Merrifield Booth Same goes for the previous booth: Semester 2012!! Good Along with Gamble, the Merrifield booths are by far the most successful ones. So many solid students that show a great deal of interest in the program. The setup of the booth makes it easy to talk to students, and we catch a lot of foot traffic in between classes. Even though its quiet when class is in session, it’s very beneficial to stay there for several hours to catch the waves of student before they go to class or right after class. Most of our sign ups come from this building Also, got quite a few applications filled out for this booth. Even one for Fall Suggestions: Coffee was a hit at this booth. 60 cups went in about an hour. Oct 26 – tee shirt day All the marketing team students wore their t‐shirts for this day – (planned) GREAT JOB! Nobody forgot. Not sure if the rest of the interns wore their t‐shirts, but they were all well informed by Victoria and Suzanne Interns really like the cut/color Announce and then put it on when talking to other interns about picking it up Oct 27 – Application 70 applicants! Perfect amount of applications, not too many, not deadline too few. Also a lot of very solid applicants, great job to the marketing team and all the interns from the other teams that helped out! 100% ‐ of our recruitment goals
Promo items:
Magnets
Water Bottles
T‐Shirts
Great job Glen for designing these sweet magnets. So many students/teachers/randoms were impressed with the design and asked specifically for a magnet if they won something else at the booth! Cheap and easy to make! Great giveaway, loved it! High quality and looked great Apply now could have been bigger/different color Budget to order more Not the quality I was expecting, but the design is sweet and it was a HUGE hit at the booths! Definitely something to rethink for next semesters promos Disappointing, not the big draw we thought they’d be! Let’s try something new next semester Waterbottles looked really soft in the photo but they are hard to fill and it was hard – hydration station didn’t recognize the bottle S&S could maybe give us some favorite items or we could talk a field trip downtown T‐shirts were super cool this year! The only negative thing was that they arrived way too late for us to truly benefit from them before the application deadline Awesome color and design – good fit To be effective we really needed this way earlier in the semester!!! This should be one of the first things we work on next semester. Maybe get a sample of this shirt as well so the girls could see how small/big they were
Posters
Again, Glen, solid work! And thanks to everybody on the marketing team that
Stickers
helped Glen make them! We’ve gotten so many compliments for these posters, by far the best posters Studio One has ever seen! Recommend that we stay with this idea for next semester as well Awesome design and style! Very eye‐ catching! Targeting students by major really makes sense. The marketing posters say spring 2011….. Suggestions: proof read and then do it again. Stickers on the coffee sleeves were a hit. I still see this guy in my management class drink for a Studio One sticker‐covered coffee cup every Monday and Wednesday! That’s some awesome “product” placement right there. Easy and cheap way to advertise! We should definitely do it again! It would be nice if we could create stickers that were in the same style and design as the posters and magnets. Reserve stickers EARLY for coffee sleeves Paper roll sticker option – huge sticker When picking up the coffee sleeves they didn’t know what it was for – and then they didn’t know what it was for and then we had to do it at a later date
Promo items from businesses Lots of awesome promo items this year. Great job to everybody that got the hook‐ups! Keep in mind though next year: try to get ones that don’t have an expiration date on them, or at least ones that don’t expire 1 month after you get them (thanks Carmike) Easy to get and a good incentive for students to get involved! Table Tents: Much better design on table tents this year, sweet pictures and much more sturdy than the triangle ones General suggestions:
More booths at the weather buildings on campus – Meteorology students FREE banner poser printing options ‐ 3x5 foot banner: http://www.buildasign.com/college Use text‐in promotions: http://www.textmarks.com/ Reserve table tents/coffee sleeve stickers early
Fall 2011 Budget Item Promotional Water Bottles Shipping & Handling
Projected cost $276.00
Printing/Duplicating Food Advertisements & Stickers Dues fees & Binders Other(Display case/booklets)
$400.00 $100.00 $85.00 $50.00 $89.00
Total Budget: $1088.00
$20.00
Projected Budget: $1000.00
Actual cost Water bottles $244.00 Set up fee: $45.00 Water bottle shipping: $13.00 $312.46 $101.75 Stickers: $57.32 $50.00 Magnets: $57.27 Display case cutouts: $69.75 Actual Spent: $950.55
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Google Analytics data The Studio One Web site has Google Analytics installed in the code. This data helps the marketing team track and analyze visitor behavior.
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ENews Letters Several students on the marketing team are responsible for writing feature stories about former interns. The electronic letters are sent to more than 700 Studio One alumni and friends of the project.
Sarah Spencer, a Portland, Ore. native, started at an intern at Studio One in 2002 and held many different on air positions throughout her four semesters on the project. She was a news reporter, news anchor, assistant news director and a sports reporter. She says she has many fond memories from her time with the program. One of her favorites includes attending and winning many awards on the behalf of Studio One at the Midwest Journalism Conference. However, she also remembers the little things like going to Taco Bell before the show, rollerblading to the studio and editing video late into the night.
As a kid, Spencer says she always wanted to be a marine biologist. With aspirations of swimming in the deep blue, it may be strange that this alumna went to a place nearly 1,500 miles from the nearest ocean. The inspiration to attend the University of North Dakota came from her grandma. “I’d always assumed I’d attend the University of Oregon but when it came time to start applying, my Grandma (who is a [UND] alum) gave me her Alumni Review,” and after further research, Spencer decided it was the perfect place. As it turns out, the decision to attend UND brought her closer to her own family history. “My grandmother’s childhood home was on the Ray Richard’s farm (today its home to the golf course)! She
met my Grandfather at UND while she was teaching biology in O’Kelly Hall (where most of my communication classes were held) and I ended up graduating 60 years after she did, to the day.”
Spencer is now serving up her Studio One skills at her position as a Recruiting and Training Specialist at Columbia Distributing. This company is a beverage supplier that is based out of Portland, Ore. which products include wine, non-alcoholic and malt beverages. It is one of the nation’s largest beverage suppliers that deliver across the northeast. Spencer works in the Human Resources department as a Recruiting and Training Specialist. In her position at Columbia Distributors, Spencer says she uses the experience she gained at Studio One on a daily basis. “Professionalism, the ability to think outside the box, meet deadlines, work with all types of personalities, communicate effectively” are just some of the tools she gained from her experience at Studio One. While doing presentations for her new hires or when speaking at colleges she says she still “gets to tap into my previous Studio One anchor self.” Along with her skills, she is also tapping into the skills of another alumnus. Spencer is coordinating with Studio One alum, Josh Andersen, to create a “Studio One style recruiting video” to help recruit new hires for Columbia Distributing.
This alumna’s job description includes hiring the sales force, as well as all the marketing and management positions. Spencer develops recruitment plans and implements them at local colleges. She conducts initial employment interviews and coordinates training sessions with new hires. Spencer must make the tough decisions when it comes time to decide who is right for a certain position. “I listen for anything from the candidate that indicates a strong work ethic, dependability, potential to grow, and genuine enthusiasm.” she explains.
Spencer says she loves living on the West Coast because of all it has to offer. “Portland has an awesome variety of activities that suit everyone from the urban crowd, all the way to the extreme outdoorsy types,” she explains. This alumna makes sure she spends plenty of time outside the office. She plays for a local hockey team and enjoys salmon fishing, hiking and camping. She’s also taken up new hobbies “I’ve always wanted to try golf, so I’ve recently started taking lessons and I’m already hooked!”
This alumna’s story shows that building a diverse skill set in college can give students an edge in the workplace and that Studio One expertise and connections last after graduation. Back to stories
One little seed, one big impact By: Richelle Ballenger
Experience, dedication and an entrepreneurial mindset are tools for building a career. Studio One alumni Jared Stober added another ingredient to the mix – flax seed. Stober is no stranger to developing plans and putting ideas in action. As a Studio One marketing team member, he helped create a marketing plan and execute ideas in order build awareness for the program. “I used that experience from Studio One to help grow the [my family’s] business,” explained Stober. Currently he works as the Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Flax USA. His duties include, “securing new markets, [with] new product development, managing [the] sales team and developing short and long term strategies. “ He says the fun and professional setting of Studio One provided a real world experience that has helped him grow his family’s business.
With hopes of moving somewhere warm after graduation, Stober was not expecting to become intricately involved with this home-grown company. “I never would have thought I would still be in the flax business, but here I am.” He quickly helped the company expand after his college graduation, but the seeds of growth were planted in Stober’s mind while at UND. He used Flax USA as a business model for an internship through the entrepreneurship program at the Center for Innovation. “[I] developed a business plan [for Flax USA and] recognized the opportunity to take the business to the next level.” This included entering mass retail markets. “Within the first year [of working at Flax USA] we entered Sam’s Club and Costco nationwide. Since then, we have continued to enter additional markets and develop new products.”
The Stober farm started more than 100 years ago but became a business in 2001. They introduced the world to Golden Omega Flax, a 100 percent natural hybrid flax seed. Golden Omega Flax is produced for markets nationwide. This small seed has captured the attention of some famous faces like Andrea Martin (My Big Fat Greek Wedding, SCTV), Rich Sommer (Mad Men, The Office) and the U.S. silver medal winning water polo team.
Flax seed is available in many forms and can be found in flaxmilk, seed, sprinkles or oil but it also has turned up in unexpected dishes. Some people add flax seed to meatloaf, cookies and cocktails. “The trick is to find what works for you,” says Stober. “Some people use flax in oatmeal, cereal, salads, baking, juice, yogurt or any [other] favorite food.” Now the country is getting a chance to check out this North Dakota product. “We just launched the world’s first ever Flaxmilk in Wal-Mart Inc stores nationwide a few months ago.”
For Stober, the benefits of flax seed go beyond health. “My favorite part is being able to build a business from scratch and watch it grow over the years. It will be interesting to see what will happen next. When I first started selling flax, no one knew what the benefits were. But now almost everyone has heard of Omega-3. It’s great knowing that we are providing nutrition to our customers and helping people get the health benefits of Omega-3.” The small seed that helped start the Stober’s family business, has helped their company grow beyond North Dakota boundaries and into a nation-wide product.
Cross country career By: Richelle Ballenger
After graduation, many people move back home, continue working at their current job or start the journey of searching for their dream career. Studio One alumnus Jayson Loeppke took the scenic route. Instead of sending out resumes, he traveled across the U.S. to experience new opportunities.
During his time at Studio One Loeppke was a member of the marketing team, working as a green room attendant and helping promote the show to potential interns and audience members. “Looking back on my time at Studio One, it was all very enjoyable. My favorite parts however were on show days when I would get to sit in the green room and talk with the guests. I love meeting people and hearing about their life.” It is his passion for people and interest in the healthcare industry that lead him to becoming an Employment Team Associate in the Human Resources Department at Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. Loeppke says Studio One’s core values have helped him succeed. “Studio One helped me get here by being such a great building block in experience by working with people, gaining writing skills, knowing what a professional should be, and how great leaders are worth their weight in gold. Every time I walk into a meeting, help develop new strategies for the hospital or [bring] on board new employees; all [that] experience was first developed in the marketing meetings, developing new plans for the upcoming season, and greeting people in the green room.” Taking the time to explore the country and his career options led Loeppke to finding a great fit in Washington, D.C. “I knew I wanted to explore the country and try living in different areas outside [my] comfort zone. I actually wound up in Washington, D.C. by chance,” Loeppke explained. “I took the time after graduation to experience different areas by taking a couple trips with my dad, one trip out to New York and a motorcycle trip to Phoenix, Ariz.” During his travels Loeppke was influenced by the experiences that took place. Standing in the audience of the Today Show holding a poster designed to showcase his talents and skills, riding through the desert and re-evaluating his choice cities to live put the country’s Capital on his list of places to find a career. “I set up interviews, lined up a trip to Washington, D.C. for one week and before I knew it, I had accepted a position at Georgetown University Hospital and was packing my car for a drive to Washington, D.C.”
Even though his adventures led him to a career on the East Coast, Loeppke feels that his education in the Midwest shaped his character. His experience at Studio One and ambition for adventure after graduation opened opportunities Loeppke says he never would have found had he stayed in one place. “Don’t be scared to jump on an opportunity. Take all that comes to you. You never know where they may lead.” Loeppke’s travels that took him across the country brought him to a coveted destination – a career.
If you're not careful you'll catch the TV bug too By: Maddy Ackerman This Studio One alumna caught the TV bug after her first live broadcast at Studio One. Now she’s made it a life‐long career. Kaylee Nesdahl, a Studio One alumna, works as a producer for KVLY/KXJB in Fargo, N.D. She says she uses the skills and techniques she learned at Studio One every day. Nesdahl first learned to edit video and write scripts while she was an intern with Studio One. She adds the internship helped her work as a part of a team, something she is still doing at KVLY. “What went on air every Thursday night [at Studio One] was a reflection of everyone, not just the work of one person,” she says. This team oriented attitude is just one aspect of what makes Nesdahl a success. Nesdahl, a Larimore N.D. native, says choosing UND as her next move after high school was not a hard sell. “I know how great the community is. Of course, the school is known nationally for its quality of education. The combinations of those two elements made it a no‐brainer for me.” Nesdahl explains she found her niche at UND with Studio One. She spent the rest of her college career with the program as a feature reporter, the associate producer and producer. Nesdahl remembers reporting had its share of surprises. The most bizarre story this past journalist covered was on an 80’s cover band called Hairball. “They were out of control!” she says. This unique story about men wearing tight leather pants; in full make‐up singing rock ballads won Nesdahl an Award of Merit in the 2009 North Broadcast News Association competition in the Broadcast Writing category. This alumna always thought she wanted to go into print rather than TV. “I wanted to write, that was for sure...but the addition of sound and video and real time interaction was so alluring that I couldn't settle for newspapers and magazines.” It was adrenaline of the lights and action that helped this alumna catch an incurable case of the TV bug.
Love is on the air By: Maddy Ackerman
‘Twas the eve of live show day and throughout Skalicky Tech, interns were scurrying with workloads up to their neck. It was in Edit Bay D that there came a jovial sound, in this place flirtatious laughter was not regularly found. It was the interns Kira and Matt, the two were editing weather footage in the room where they sat. Although they first met at Studio One, their saga is far from done. Here follows the story of the interns continued success, at a TV station in Wisconsin they continue to impress.' For two Studio One alumni, their pursuit of higher education lead to the titles of “Mr. & Mrs.” This story begins when Matt Benz started his Studio One internship as a weather team intern in 2003. He continued with the program until he graduated in 2007. He was a weather producer, weather anchor and feature reporter. Benz says even though he wasn’t a journalism major, he learned about writing scripts thanks to the help of “Monte and his red pen.” Perhaps the Studio One memory that Benz will remembers most is how he meet his wife. Benz met Kira Dordal while both were weather interns. They even went out on shoots together. Matt was the photographer and Kira was the reporter. “My favorite memory of us working together at Studio One was when we went out on a story on a very cold day and had to go to a horse barn and we just about froze our fingers off!” he says. Kira adds that she also remembers this fateful shoot, “I convinced him he wanted to wake up early on a Friday to come with me and see some horses.” They started dating soon after. “We still joke about cold horses to this day,” Kira says. Although the two were close in spirit their careers led them apart. When Matt graduated in 2007 he got a job in Rhinelander, Wis. “I started off at my current station as weekend meteorologist, but was very quickly promoted to morning meteorologist/reporter. Because of my reporting experiences with Studio One, I stepped into reporting here with very little trouble.” Kira graduated in 2008 but accepted an internship at WDAY in Fargo, ND, making a visit to Rhinelander an eight hour commute. In December 2008 she accepted a job closer to the heart. “I got a job at WXOW in La Crosse, WI as the weekend meteorologist/ weekday reporter,” she says. Her new position reduced the travel time to four hours. Even after the Benzs tied the knot, each one had a home in two separate cities.
Since working at WJFW in Rhinelander, Wis. Benz has developed his own outdoor segment that he shoots, writes and edits himself. “Studio One helped me to be confident with producing these stories because you were taught all the facets that help you to become a good writer, a good photographer and a good reporter.” Benz’s past Studio One knowledge also helped him to upgrade the graphics at the station, used to tell weather stories. “I was responsible for upgrading and retooling our weather graphics to create new looks.” After a few years of hard work Benz was promoted to chief meteorologist. Although he is on TV daily, Benz never thought he was cut out for life in the TV business until he interned with Studio One. “I love forecasting, I get to educate folks about what goes on in the
world around them and be a positive face in a person’s day!” Benz says. He adds the most memorable weather story he covered was when tornadoes touched down in Wis. last spring. “I was on air for over three hours straight without a break… We'll never know if the coverage we provided that day saved any lives, but it made us all feel good that perhaps we made some sort of difference!” These two alumni continued to put persistence into their professions while separated. The couple stayed committed to their each other and their occupations which lead to a some unexpected opportunities. “[In 2010] we knew the morning anchor at WJFW was leaving and I joked about applying... then just decided to do it,” says Kira. People say that building relationships take time, but this couple proves that finding a career close to your spouse can take even longer. “To sum up... we lived apart for about 3 years,” she adds. Now the residents of Rhinelander will see two Benz’s throughout their day. The dream team was finally reunited and now Matt and Kira work together at WJFW in Rhinelander, Wis. “I interviewed for the position in midMay and was offered the job a couple days later…and actually moved to Rhinelander and started working [in late July 2010],” she adds. Matt is the chief meteorologist and Kira is the morning news anchor. “Now, I know some people would advise against working with your spouse, but I take a much different view. I think it’s the best motivator there is…If I mess up, or produce something sub-par, Matt will know.” Kira says. 'It was not quite a fairy tale but 100% truth, a story of two hard working interns who met in their youth. It was in Studio One that these two met, it is a romance that the staff won’t soon forget. The moral of the tale is clear, work hard and you’ll gain what you deem dear.'
Creative adventure By: Richelle Ballenger
Most people only dream of climbing mountains, flying in a helicopter and being surrounded by professional athletes. But for Studio One alumnus Erik Fleischhacker, those dreams are everyday reality. During his time at Studio One, Fleischhacker worked on the news, programming, production and headline news teams. He worked in a variety of positions with the project including news reporter, photographer, camera operator, audio operator and technical director. “There was always something to learn,” says Fleischhacker. “My favorite part of being in Studio One was the sense of accomplishment and professional, fun atmosphere that surrounded the students…Studio One was the best thing I did for myself at UND. Being an intern prepared me for the professional world and helped me land a great job right out of college.” His excitement for learning new things and confidence in his abilities gave Fleischhacker an edge when applying for his current job working with the Versus and Fox Sports Networks. “I got this job on a hunch. I had watched one of the shows in the past and knew I could help make it better. So I looked up the executive producer and sent him a short e-mail describing why he should hire me. And he did.” Working as a videographer, Fleischhacker is often behind the lens, but not always in the most conventional of places.
“My daily routine at my current job varies. If I’m on a shoot I could be climbing a 12,000ft mountain, on a snowmobile while filming pro riders, or hanging out of a helicopter shooting 150mph boats in the ocean. Other days I’m producing or directing talent on a set for commercial work.” He also works with editing commercials and other projects for sponsors and clients. Fleischhacker used his first Studio One assignment as a stepping stone for success that led him straight to the Versus and Fox Sports Networks. The assignment that he remembers helped him succeed in his current position was working on a Studio One, “YourThoughts” segment. “No one would answer my questions and it was awkward. The next day I had to do it again to meet the deadline and I got it done. The assignment…taught me how to get random people comfortable on camera. I use those skills every shoot I go on,” he explains. With a job that requires Fleischhacker to be both adventurous and creative he admits it’s a group effort. “My favorite part of my job is the creative freedom I am fortunate enough to have, as well as my team. My colleagues are the best. We’re a group of guys that all bring something different to the table. That’s why we are successful; because without one of us, we’d be lacking.” He may be climbing a cliff or keeping up with speedboats but his Studio One experience, creativity and collaboration with colleagues always helps him create the perfect shot. “Every day I know that I am confident and prepared,” says Fleischhacker. It is that confidence and preparation that has him always ready for his next creative adventure.
Featured Guests | Season 48 Studio One features two guests each week. Interviewees address subjects with national appeal. Below highlights what they talked about during the show. Show: 09‐29‐11 Stacey Hallgren | Chiropractor Some have the misconception of only going to a chiropractor for aches and pains. But we'll talk to a woman who provides chiropractic care to help your whole body.
Show: 09‐29‐11 Stacey Heggen | Executive Director of GGFYP The economy is in recession and jobs are competitive as ever. Many communities are coming up with innovative ways of promoting their local economies. Stacey Heggen leads a group dedicated to promoting the professional interests of young adults.
Show: 10‐06‐11 Jeremiah Neubert | Mechanical Engineering Professor Robots are fascinating pieces of equipment. We will talk to someone who helped design a robot that impressed the scientists at NASA.
Show: 10‐06‐11 Pablo Garza |MMA Fighter The UFC was started in the early 90s and has grown into the largest Mixed Martial Arts production company in the world. The UFC says viewership of its matches has tripled since 2006. Professional UFC fighter, Pablo Garza, talks about his career and what it takes to step into the octagon. Show: 10‐13‐11 Brain Research | Keith Henry Associate Professor; Cell Researcher Scientists are coming closer every day to better understanding how the brain works. The full picture still remains a mystery despite the investment in money and research hours. Brain researcher, Keith Henry will talk about his research on how the brain communicates. Show: 10‐13‐11 Global Friends Coalition | Cynthia Shabb Programming Director Most people do not know what it is like to leave their home country and move somewhere completely foreign to them. We will talk to a woman who helps new citizens make that transition.
Show: 10‐20‐11 Alzheimers Education | Ashley Magner Care Consultant with Alzheimer’s Association Every day scientists work toward curing Alzheimer's. We will talk to someone who helps people behind the scenes. Alzheimer's disease can have an emotional strain on loved ones. We'll meet a woman who consults with and educates people about the disease. Show: 10‐20‐11 Modern Day Midwife | Rebekah Knapp Birth Attendant According to the Huffington Post, the number births in the United States was over 4 million in 2009. But where these babies are being born is up to the parents. Birth Attendant, Rebekah Knapp is here to talk about having a baby at home. Show: 10‐27‐11 Risky Business | Eric Giltner Small Business Consulter Starting a new business in a recession could be risky. Meet a man who works with people to help make their business successful.
Show: 10‐27‐11 800 Miles of Adventure | Aaron Ortiz Cyclist ‐ Film Maker The distance from the English Channel to the Mediterranean Sea is around 800 miles. To capture the beauty of France Aaron Ortiz filmed his trip to show his friends and family. He is also showing his video to outdoor adventure seekers at a Minnesota film festival. Show: 11‐03‐11 Native American Elders | Twyla Baker‐ Demaray Native American Aging Researcher We all get older, but as we do, who will advocate for us? Twyla Baker‐Demaray works with the National Resource Center on Native American Aging and shares how she works to assist in empowering Native people to develop community based solutions. Show: 11‐03‐11 Uncommon Canine | Valerie Gengel Sheepdog Breeder. The Icelandic Sheepdog is an uncommon canine across the globe. There are only 6,000 in the world and 600 in the United States. Originally from Iceland, it has likely remained a complete purebred because of the small country’s isolation. Valerie Gengel has recently become a breeder and she will explain the practices of a healthy litter, the turbulent history behind the breed and its loyal temperament.
Show: 11‐10‐11 Optimistic Outlook | Brad Costello Optimist Club President Life isn't always easy. People face hardships every day. But across the country a group of more than 80 thousand Americans have promised to stay optimistic. Show: 11‐10‐11 Unexpected Art | Michael Wittgraf Composes “Art Music”. Art music is the type of music that is for an active listener that is outside of the familiarity of known composers such as J.S. Bach or Mozart. This music makes you listen. It is not the kind of music that you can leave on in the background while studying or working. This is the music that is in the foreground of what you are doing. When listening to art music it is the primary activity that you are engaging in at that moment because there is so many different sounds coming from all sorts of places that really make you think about how the process all works. Show: 11‐17‐11 Ethical Decisions | Patrick Kuhse Business Ethics Consultant An expert on ethics will discuss his own criminal acts that took him out of the country, to prison and then to the stage. Sometimes even the most unlikely of people can commit the most serious of crimes. We’ll meet a man who went from successful businessman to international fugitive.
Show: 11‐17‐11 Game Show | Quinn Rufsvold Wheel of Fortune Contestant. Quinn Rufsvold is a college sophomore at the University of North Dakota who was given the opportunity to be on the show Wheel of Fortune. She will tell us about what the stage and people are like along with how she even got to be a part of the show. Show: 12‐01‐11 Brain Food | Marcus Weaver‐Hightower Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Foundations and Research at the University of North Dakota. He teaches classes varying from the sociology of education to gender and education courses as well as researching independently. Diets are common and many times what goes into our mouths is under a constant looking glass. But how much of that is focused on school lunches? Show: 12‐01‐11 Holiday Cooking | Kim Holmes Restaurant Owner. Chef Kim Holmes will demonstrate how to properly prepare prime rib.
Show: 12‐08‐11 Virtual Security | Wendelin Hume Cyber stalking Researcher / Criminal Justice Professor The Internet gives you access to virtually anything you want to find. One woman will give you some guidelines to follow next time you log on to protect your privacy. Social networking sites offer you the ability to share tons of information about yourself. One woman explains what happens when someone mistreats the information. Show: 12‐08‐11 n‐Space | Richard Schmidt Author The “science” in many science fiction books is often hard to find. n‐Space: Stories, Poems and Music of the Future by Chris Martin is sci‐fi that defies the norm. This collection of science fiction stories for teens and young adults combines science, mathematics and physics in cosmic adventures in realistic ways.
News Releases Each semester, two interns write weekly press releases about upcoming show content.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 28, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Christalin Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON CHIROPRACTOR STIGMAS AND FOOTBALL LEAGUE CHANGE Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Learn about treatment of medical conditions through touch and what rules are being changed for football practice on the next edition of Studio One. Chiropractor Stacey Hallgren will talk about how she helps patients through some handson treatments. She explains that chiropractors take a different approach to wellness. “Medical doctors treat disease or symptoms, and chiropractors treat what is causing that symptom,” she says. Hallgren explains that she works to help improve physical function without a prescription. For many, some of the differences between chiropractic and medical care have led to the stigma that chiropractors aren’t doctors. Hallgren will describe what kind of training takes place for this group to effectively treat and prevent conditions. Also, football has been around since the late 1800s and practice is an important part of this game. But some teams may have a different routine now. Leagues are limiting the number of contact practices during a week. See how this new rule is being implemented to protect players from over-exposure to impacts which can lead to concussions. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba; and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 5, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 STUDIO ONE INTERVIEWS MMA FIGHTER AND NASA ROBOT COMPETITION WINNER Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Hear what life is like for a professional MMA fighter and how college students won a NASA competition on the next edition of Studio One. Pablo Garza is a professional Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter in the Ultimate Fighting Championship Organization. Garza attended the University of North Dakota and will explain how traditional education led him to his untraditional career. He is one of only two professional UFC fighters in the state of North Dakota. Garza will talk about the determination and hard work it takes to succeed in this tough business. He is the first 145 pound competitor and is also the first 145 pound “knock-out” winner in the history of the UFC. Also on the show, see how one team’s invention won an award at a NASA lunar mining competition. NASA organized the competition to get ideas for designing a robot that could go to the moon and collect lunar dirt. UND’s Robotics Club entered and won the competition. Jeremiah Neubert, faculty advisor says winning the award is like making it to the major leagues in baseball. The students went to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida where they met with astronauts. Tune into Studio One this week to find out what the robot can do and see it in action. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 13, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES INTERVIEW SEGMENTS ON REFUGEE SUPPORT AND COMMUNITY PLAYGROUND Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Find out how an organization is helping refugees transition to a new life on the next edition of Studio One. The Global Friends Coalition is a non-profit organization that helps displaced refugees adapt to a new environment. Programming Director Cynthia Shabb will discuss the difficulties this group faces when adjusting to a different lifestyle and how Global Friends helps. Shabb says that, “it’s overwhelming if you think about it, coming from a refugee camp to a modern city.” This organization uses local volunteers to help each migrant acclimate into their new home. The goal “is to get [the refugees] to be a part of the community.” Also on the show, for most, parks bring memories of a carefree childhood. But for one community, the local playground has more meaning. When Sherlock Park was destroyed in a fire, community members rallied to make it bigger and better. Penny Pape and her daughter, Katie, say that the playground is more than a warm reminder of years past. To them it’s a place where members of a city became friends and family. Tune into Studio One this week to see how a symbol of unity and friendship was built, one colorful stroke of paint at a time. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 19, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH AND AT HOME BIRTHS Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Learn about recent advancements in Alzheimer’s research and hear an expert discuss disease indicators on the next edition of Studio One. Alzheimer’s is a disabling disease that affects many individuals and their families. Ashley Magner a care consultant with a regional Alzheimer’s Association chapter will discuss the symptoms of the disease and share on recognizing indicators of this condition. Certain stigmas are associated with the illness, which Magner says can be caused by the lack of education and communication of the ailment. “The biggest thing people can do to help is to share their story,” she explains. Also on the show, when it comes to giving birth and bringing a baby into the world, some people choose to skip the hospital. Birth attendant Rebekah Knapp says some mothers prefer to work with a midwife because it is a more personal experience. She works one-on-one with patients and answers questions about nutrition, pre-natal care and the birthing process. At-home births are all natural, so no drugs are used to help with pain or labor. Tune into Studio One this week to hear how one moment changed Knapp’s life and inspired her to work with little bundles of joy. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 26, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON 24-DAY EUROPEAN BIKE RIDE AND TV TOTS Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Hear about one man’s experience as he biked across the countryside of France and how even “kid friendly” programming may not be the best for youngsters on the next edition of Studio One. Over the summer of 2011, Aaron Ortiz embarked on a solo 24-day bike tour across France. Ortiz will discuss his experiences. He will highlight his travel preparations, the airline losing his bike and the memorable scenery he saw across the country. Ortiz documented the trip and will be screening a film he made with the footage at this year’s film festival in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. Also on the show, many adults and children like to watch television. Tots are swapping building blocks for the bright colors and catchy jingles on the box. But the American Academy of Pediatrics says children under the age of two should not be watching television: it could interfere with normal development and children’s ability to talk. Tune into Studio One this week to learn how to maximize interaction with little ones and give them a different kind of entertainment. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 2, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON AN ICELANDIC SHEEPDOG BREEDER AND FENCING Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Learn about a rare type of dog known as the Icelandic Sheepdog and how one breeder helps maintain this purebred species on the next edition of Studio One. The Icelandic Sheepdog is an uncommon canine across the globe. There are only 6,000 in the world and 600 in the United States. Originally from Iceland, it has likely remained a complete purebred because of the small country’s isolation. Valerie Gengel has recently become a breeder and she will explain the practices of a healthy litter, the turbulent history behind the breed and its loyal temperament. Also on the show, many people enjoy playing or watching sports, whether it’s a good game of football or a tennis match. But for some, nothing beats the thrill of a traditional activity like fencing. Coach Mike Anson says anyone can take up sword fighting. “You can start at the age of 8 and go to the age of 88.” Tune into Studio One to learn the modern benefits of this medieval sport. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON AN ART MUSIC COMPOSER AND HEALTHY EATING COSTS Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Learn about unique music that is considered an art form and nutritious, cost-effective food options on the next edition of Studio One. Some define “Art Music” as an innovative way to create sound using a variety of sources. Michael Wittgraf, music department chair at the University of North Dakota, will discuss this process. “Art music has no regular beat, no regular chords, no melody, but it explores things such as flexibility, tone colors and unmeasured combination melodies,” he explains. Hear how he has integrated this style into his compositions. Also on the show, healthy eating is a priority for many people, but so is sticking to a budget. Most say that wholesome food can cost more than convenience foods. The USDA’s recent changes to the “My Plate” guidelines may increase the cost for consumers up to 10 percent if followed correctly. Although some are concerned about having to spend more, other say a nutritious diet will reduce illness which could lead to a drop in doctor’s bills. Watch Studio One to learn how to have more green in your diet and your wallet. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2011 Contact: Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON ETHICS EXPERT AND WHEEL OF FORTUNE CONTESTANT Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — An expert on ethics will discuss his own criminal acts that took him out of the country, to prison and then to the stage on the next edition of Studio One. Patrick Kuhse originally worked as a successful stockbroker; however he deceived clients and illegally increased his commissions. After being caught, Kuhse fled to Costa Rica for four years. He eventually turned himself in and spent four years in prison. He now devotes himself to speaking to audiences worldwide about the importance of honest conduct. Also on the show, many people dream of appearing on a television game show. University of North Dakota Student Quinn Rufsvold was one of the lucky ones; she was chosen to appear on the TV show Wheel of Fortune. Rufsvold says the whole process was unlike anything she expected. She says there were strict rules and the experience was one-of-a-kind. Tune into Studio One this week to learn what it’s like to be behind-the-scenes of a televised game show. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 30, 2011 Contact: Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON HOCKEY MOM AND SCHOOL LUNCHES Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — One mother will discuss how she raised half a dozen children that played on hockey teams across the country and two that competed in the Olympics on the next edition of Studio One. For the Lamoureux family, life without hockey is unimaginable. Linda Lamoureux is the mother of six children who all played college hockey. Her two daughters were the first UND women’s hockey players to earn Olympic silver medals. Lamoureux acknowledges that hockey was significant while raising her kids. However, for her, it was the little things in life that were important on and off the ice. Also, for many, school lunches may conjure up images of stale pizza and tater tots, but research shows that what’s on the menu could impact the report card. University of North Dakota faculty member Marcus WeaverHightower says meals are an academic element. He explains it is important to consider what food is available and how it’s grown, prepared and stored. He works to show the connection between what is fed to students and how it can affect their health and educational success. “If kids are hyped up on processed junk food, they won’t sit still and their brains won’t work well,” he says. Watch Studio One to learn more about how to improve school food as well as student health. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nick Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
STUDIO ONE FEATURES SEGMENTS ON HOCKEY OLYMPIANS AND COMPETITIVE FISHING Award-winning news show airs on Channel 3 in Grand Forks GRAND FORKS, N.D. — See what it’s like to represent your country in the Olympics and an interview with a pair of college anglers who placed in a regional fishing competition on the next edition of Studio One. Many people have big dreams. For two young women, their life path was set the first time they put on hockey skates. Jocelyn Lamoureux and Monique Lamoureux-Kolls were members of the United States Women’s Hockey team at the 2010 Olympics that brought home the silver medal. The identical twins share what it took to realize their dream and get to this career highlight. Watch Studio One to hear how this duo turned their dreams into reality, all with a pair of skates. Also, University of North Dakota students Pat Davis and Kyle Harren recently competed in the National Guard FLW College Fishing Regional Championship. Members of the UND Club Fishing Team will share their experiences reeling in these aquatic creatures despite challenging conditions on the next edition of Studio One. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. Re-broadcasts can be seen at 7 a.m., noon, 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. daily and on Saturdays at 10 a.m. Prairie Public Television airs Studio One on Saturday at 6 a.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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Home Town News Releases The marketing team writes releases about intern’s work with the program. Releases are then sent out to home town online and print papers.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Victoria Hvaring, Studio One Student Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-4346
SANDVIKA, NORWAY NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Amdam brings creative photography and storytelling skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Sandvika, Norway native, Dag Amdam, is currently interning as a feature reporter with the University of North Dakota’s award-winning television show Studio One. As a reporter, he develops story ideas, schedules interviews, shoots footage and writes story scripts. “[Studio One] is really unique and it would be hard to get this [type of] first-hand experience elsewhere,” he adds. Amdam is a 2006 Dønski High School graduate, and is the son of Dag and Anne Amdam. He is a communication major at UND with an emphasis in journalism. He has received the Robert Hagen Memorial Scholarship, Studio One Recognition of Excellence award, as well as a transfer student Scholarship. Amdam says his internship will help in future career endeavors. “[The internship] will give me an advantage when I am done at UND,” he explains. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 3, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Victoria Hvaring, Studio One Student Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-4346
MADELIA NATIVE MARKETS AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Ballenger brings entrepreneurial ideas to the Studio One marketing team GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Madelia, Minn. native Richelle Ballenger, is interning at the University of North Dakota’s award-winning television show Studio One. This is Ballenger’s first semester with the program. She works on the marketing team where she promotes the show, recruits interns, implements a marketing plan and writes feature stories for Studio One’s monthly electronic newsletter. She is also the greeter and Web assistant during show day. “Studio One has taught me time management and organizational skills along with how to build and maintain professional relationships… I love being able to learn and grow in a positive environment,” she adds. Ballenger is a communication major at UND with an emphasis in public relations and journalism. She has received the Mark Carlson Community Journalism Scholarship and the Thomas Deats Memorial Award for Excellence; she is also a member of the National Honor Society. Ballenger says her internship will help in her career endeavors. “Through Studio One I have learned the importance of teamwork, professionalism and communication. I feel prepared for my professional future,” she explains. Ballenger is a 2009 Madelia High School graduate and is the daughter of Dave and Jackie Schikling. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Victoria Hvaring, Studio One Student Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-4346
BUFFALO NATIVE MARKETS AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Bruhn brings entrepreneurial ideas to the Studio One marketing team GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Buffalo, Minn. native, Brady Bruhn, is interning at the University of North Dakota’s award-winning television show Studio One. This is Bruhn’s first semester with the program. He works on the marketing team where he promotes the show, recruits interns, writes and implements a marketing plan. Bruhn is also the green room attendant during show day and is responsible for audience development for the television show. “Studio One has taught me many things such as time management and team work. The team at Studio One is very helpful,” he adds. Bruhn is a 2006 Buffalo High School graduate and is the son of Jeff and Julie Bruhn. He is a marketing major at UND. Along with his internship and academics, he is involved on campus. He is the Vice President of Education for the UND Toastmasters chapter, where he received the award for best prepared speech. Bruhn is also involved as a Junior Achievement Volunteer. Bruhn says that his internship will help him in his career endeavors. “The core values at Studio One; communication, quality, professionalism and teamwork will help tremendously…when I enter the work force,” he explains. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 18, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Cody Orr, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
MANDAREE NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Lisa Casarez brings story telling skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Mandaree, N.D. native Lisa Casarez is interning at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Casarez is a feature reporter with the program. In this role she develops story ideas, conducts interviews, writes scripts and edits video for the feature portion of the Studio One telecast. “My favorite part about Studio One is the people, the professionalism and all of the skills I have learned in only one semester,” she says. In addition to her internship, she is a member of the UND Indian Association and Ad Club Casarez graduated from Mandaree High School and is the daughter of Mary Finley and Santos Casarez Jr. of Mandaree, N.D. She will graduate from UND in May of 2013 with a degree in communication. After graduation she plans to obtain a career in television or film. “Studio One has taught me how to work effectively as a member of a team,” she adds. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 18, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Cody Orr, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 COLOMBO NATIVE MARKETS AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Christalin Casinader brings innovative ideas to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Colombo, Sri Lanka native Christalin Casinader is interning for her third semester at Studio One, an-award winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Casinader has worked as news reporter, feature reporter, production assistant, and floor manager. Currently, she is a member of the marketing team. As a member of the marketing team she conducts recruiting for Studio One intern applicants, writes weekly news releases and gives tours of the production facility. “My favorite part about Studio One is the people, both staff and interns. We are definitely a team here and learn so much from each other. I believe this is what helps us produce such quality work and broadcast a live TV show every week,” she explains. Casinader will graduate from the UND in August 2013 with a degree in business economics and communication, focusing on public relations. She was on the Dean’s List and the President’s Honor Roll in 2009 and 2010. She received the UND International Tuition Waiver Award in 2010 and 2011. She has also received the Lilian Elsinga Outstanding Student Leader Award. In addition to her internship, Casinader is president of the UND International Organization. This organization volunteers at local schools and speaks to students about cultural awareness and gives cultural presentations. In addition to volunteering the UND International Organization organizes the annual Feast of Nations, the largest cultural event in the Grand Forks community. Casinader is also a staff writer for the Dakota Student and the event manager for UND Advertising Club. In her free time she updates her blog “Silk & Spice,” which focuses on fashion, travel and life. Casinader graduated from Gateway College High School in 2009 and is the daughter of Clifford and Anoma Casinader of Colombo, Sri Lanka. After graduation, she plans to combine her passion for business, fashion, and writing and have her own business. “I have learned to work effectively in a team and to contribute to a team. The professional skills you learn at Studio One are unbelievable. I am very glad to be a part of Studio One. It has equipped me with a great skill set, not only in terms of a career, but for life,” says Casinader. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 18, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Cody Orr, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
MESA NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Krista Cooley brings atmospheric science skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Mesa, Ariz native Krista Cooley is interning at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Cooley is a weather reporter with the program. In this role she develops story ideas, conducts interviews, writes scripts and edits video for the weather portion of the Studio One telecast. In addition, she creates maps and graphics using animation software. “My favorite part about Studio One is putting together weather graphics for our segments and working with others on the team to produce quality work,” she explains. Cooley will graduate from UND in December 2011 with a degree in atmospheric sciences. She has been ranked in a national forecast completion called WxChallenge. In addition to her internship, Cooley is an anchor for UND Weather Update, teaching assistant for a meteorology lab, a National Weather Service volunteer and is a former marching and university band member. Cooley graduated from Mesa High School in 2006 and is the daughter of Linda Caverly and Steve Cooley of Mesa, Ariz. After graduation she plans to obtain a career in forecasting or broadcast meteorology. “Studio One has groomed me to enter the real world and be professional, meet deadlines, and work hard through stressful situations,” she adds. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
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Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Cody Orr, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
PEQUOT LAKES NATIVE HELPS PRODUCE AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Olivia Faacks coordinates guest segments for Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Pequot, Minn. native Olivia Faacks is interning at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Faacks is the associate producer with the program. As associate producer she produces the guest segments for the live television show. She helps generate guest ideas, research various topics, pre-interview potential guests and writes guest memos. She also assists the producer with timing of the live Studio One telecast. “The environment is amazing. I cannot think of another program where students can learn as much about television and get as much hands-on experience as with Studio One,” she says. This 2009 Pequot Lakes High School graduate is the daughter of Colleen and Lonnie Faacks of Pequot Lakes, Minn. Faacks will graduate from the UND in May 2013 with a degree in communication. In addition to her internship, she is a student manager for Southwestern Company during the summer. After graduation, she plans to produce for a major network. “The Studio One network is extensive and the skills you learn are priceless. I am getting more experience for my future career than I could have hoped for,” she adds. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 17, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Jenna Hamann, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
COURTENAY NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Katie Fletcher brings creative story ideas to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Courtenay, N.D. native Katie Fletcher is in her first semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Fletcher is a feature reporter and a production assistant. As a feature reporter she develops story ideas, conducts interviews, writes scripts and edits video. In the production assistant role, Fletcher assists the camera operators and provides technical support during the live production. “I’ve learned communication, leadership and time management skills that will translate into any future career I pursue,” she adds. She will graduate from UND in May 2014 with degrees in communication and political science. Fletcher is an active member of Delta Gamma sorority, Student Ambassadors and the education chair of the Farmers Union Organization. She is the recipient of the Community Learners Scholarship, Outstanding High School Leadership Scholarship and North Dakota State Scholarship. She’s also been awarded the Delta Gamma Lamp of Knowledge, is on the Dean’s List and is a member of The National Society of Collegiate Scholars. Fletcher graduated in 2010 from Barnes County North-Wimbledon-Courtenay High School and is the daughter of Dana and Amy Fletcher of Courtenay, N.D. “After I graduate, I hope to work at a TV station, magazine or newspaper. I am also considering law school, but my dream would be working for CNN or on the Today Show,” she says. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs Monday – Friday at 12 p.m. on Channel 17 in Jamestown. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Jenna Hamann, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
BOWMAN NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISON SHOW David Folske develops creative writing skills at Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Bowman, N.D. native David Folske is in his fourth semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Folske has held positions as the sports anchor, sports reporter and is currently a feature reporter. His job as a feature reporter is to generate story ideas, schedule interviews, write scripts and edit video. With all his experience Folske says, “[I] would love to end up working for a sports media outlet as a sideline reporter or anchor, preferably in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area.” Folske will graduate from UND in fall of 2012 with a degree in communication with a focus in broadcasting and journalism. He is the former president and vice president of UND’s Ad Club. He is also a new-media intern with UND Athletics, producing online content, including the new Web series, Through These Doors. During his college career, Folske has received the John and Alyce B. Travers Scholarship. He received first place in the general sports reporting category in the 2010-11 North Dakota Professional Communicators contest and Honorable Mention in the feature sports reporting category. This accomplished intern was also the recipient of Studio One’s Recognition of Excellence award during the fall 2010 season for his quality work with the project. Folske graduated from Bowman County High School in May of 2008. He is the son of Tom and Carla Folske of Bowman, N.D. He says his experience at Studio One has taught him many skills. “[I’ve learned] how to correctly approach stories, how to interact with people, and how to network.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Jenna Hamann, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
CIRCLE PINES NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISON SHOW Brian Gendreau brings creative writing skills to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Circle Pines, Minn. native Brian Gendreau is in his third semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Gendreau has worked as a feature reporter, sports reporter and camera operator. Currently he is a news reporter and writes the Headline News sports segment for the show. “It’s a learning experience you can’t find anywhere else,” he explains. Gendreau will graduate from UND in May 2013 with a degree in communication and a minor in graphic design and Norwegian. In addition to his internship, he is involved on and off campus. He studied abroad in the fall of 2010. He is a member of Student Leaders International and the Graphic and Photography Society. He writes for the Dakota Student and is a sports photographer for WDAZ in Grand Forks, N.D. He has received the Gilman Scholarship for students to travel abroad, UND Academic Excellence scholarship and two communication department scholarships. Gendreau graduated from Centennial High School in 2008 and is the son of Randy and Deanna Gendreau of Circle Pines, Minn. He says his career goal after graduation is to, “make an impact on the world [and] I would love to be a sports anchor.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Jenna Hamann, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
HORACE NATIVE DESIGNS GRAPHICS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISON SHOW Glendon Gengel promotes Studio One through innovative marketing designs GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Horace, N.D. native Glendon Gengel is in his fifth semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Gengel has worked as a Web designer, Web assistant, E-news writer, tour guide and greeter with the program. Currently, he is a graphic designer and photographer on the marketing team and works on the audience development team. “[My favorite part is] - the people here are just plain awesome and this place has landed me two separate jobs since joining,” he says. In addition to his internship, this student is involved on campus. Gengel is the SergeantAt-Arms for the UND Toastmasters chapter, a freelance Web designer and photographer as well as a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He has received the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award and the Ralph Engelstad Late Bloomer scholarship. He has been published in four international graphic design magazines and received second place in the 2009-2010 North Dakota Professional Communicators contest in the Single Display Ad category. Gengel graduated from West Fargo High School in 2008 and is the son of Glenn and Valarie Gengel of Horace, N.D. He will graduate from the UND in fall of 2012 with a degree in marketing. After graduation he plans to work promoting bands. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. on Channel 99 in Fargo. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 16, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Jenna Hamann, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
HORACE NATIVE DESIGNS GRAPHICS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISON SHOW Glendon Gengel promotes Studio One through innovative marketing designs GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Horace, N.D. native Glendon Gengel is in his fifth semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Gengel has worked as a Web designer, Web assistant, E-news writer, tour guide and greeter with the program. Currently, he is a graphic designer and photographer on the marketing team and works on the audience development team. “[My favorite part is] - the people here are just plain awesome and this place has landed me two separate jobs since joining,” he says. In addition to his internship, this student is involved on campus. Gengel is the Sergeant-AtArms for the UND Toastmasters chapter, a freelance Web designer and photographer as well as a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He has received the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award and the Ralph Engelstad Late Bloomer scholarship. He has been published in four international graphic design magazines and received second place in the 2009-2010 North Dakota Professional Communicators contest in the Single Display Ad category. Gengel graduated from West Fargo High School in 2008 and is the son of Glenn and Valarie Gengel of Horace, N.D. He will graduate from the UND in fall of 2012 with a degree in marketing. After graduation he plans to work promoting bands. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. on Channel 99 in Fargo. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2011 Contact: Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Glendon Gengel, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 CHANHASSEN LOCAL BRINGS STORYTELLING SKILLS TO AWARDWINNING TELEVISION SHOW Chelsy Grover is interning as a weather reporter with Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Chelsy Grover brings a unique background of professionalism and energy to Studio One. The Studio One program is a live television news show produced by staff and students at the University of North Dakota. As a weather reporter, she schedules interviews, shoots video, edits footage and writes scripts about weather related stories. “Hard work, professionalism and communication skills are what I [am learning at] Studio One,” she adds. Grover is a 2010 graduate from Minnetonka High School and is the daughter of Jeff and Kathy Grover. She is a sophomore at UND and is pursuing a degree in marketing which she plans to complete in the spring of 2014. Along with Studio One, she also plays on an intramural hockey team and is a member of UND’s Delta Gamma sorority. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Glendon Gengel, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
JENNA HAMANN INTERS AS A MARKETING TEAM MEMBER WITH AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Becker, Minn. native brings innovative ideas to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Jenna Hamann works as a marketing intern with Studio One, an award-winning live television show produced by staff and students at the University of North Dakota. She helps recruit new prospective interns and helps generate a weekly studio audience. On show day, she works as the stage manager making sure the production runs smoothly. Hamann is a senior in marketing at UND. She has kept busy in the community as a member of a slow-pitch softball league and River Heights Lutheran Church. She also is the Burtness Theater Box office manager and a Bath & Body Works sales associate. Between work and clubs, Hamann has collected an impressive series of awards such as the Whitlo & Charles T. Hellen Scholarship and the Swiggum, Thomas & Sophia Scholarship and made the fall ’09 Dean’s List. Hamann is a 2008 graduate from Becker High School and the daughter of Tim and Carol Hamann. In the future, she plans to find a job working for a company specializing in medical equipment. “Studio One gave me the communication and grammar skills that I need to succeed in the workforce,” she says. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 15, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Glendon Gengel, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
MADISON LAKE LOCAL BRINGS METOROLOGICAL EXPERITSE TO STUIDIO ONE Miranda Hilgers is the weather producer for award-winning television show GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Miranda Hilgers is interning as the weather producer for the University of North Dakota’s award-winning television show, Studio One. In this role, she helps assign weather related stories to team members and leads weekly meetings. In past semesters, she has worked as the weather anchor where she explained atmospheric conditions to 4 million potential viewers. Hilgers is pursuing a degree in atmospheric science at UND and expects to graduate in May of 2012. Along with her work with Studio One and studying for her degree, she has also been a member of UND Drumline, Pride of the North Marching Band, Steel Pan Band, UND Weather Update, and served as the vice president of the UND American Meteorological Society chapter. She received the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award and was a Presidential Scholar 2008‐2009. Hilgers is a 2008 Mankato East High School graduate and is the daughter of Jim and Jill Hilgers. After she graduates from UND, she says she wants to find a job as a TV meteorologist. She says her hands-on experience at the internship will benefit her in the future. “Working with the equipment we have here is great because when I will use it later in my career, the practice will pay off,” she says. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, and Ray, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Richelle Ballenger, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
NARVIK NORWAY NATIVE MARKETS AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Victoria Hvaring brings leadership and experience to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Victoria Hvaring is in her third semester at Studio One, an awardwinning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Hvaring has worked on the Studio One marketing team in various positions and is currently the student marketing director. In this position, she provides leadership to the marketing team. “I enjoy how professional the program is, yet how much fun we have,” Hvaring explains. “It’s such a great networking opportunity and really prepares you for the professional world.” Hvaring is a member of the Association of Norwegian Students Abroad, Greater Grand Forks Young Professionals and the National Society of Collegiate Scholars. She received 3rd place in the 2010-2011 North Dakota Professional Communicators Competition in the newsletter category. Her work with the spring 2010 marketing team helped them receive 2nd in the NDPC 2010-2011 contest in the combination promotional campaign using media or other material category. She is also a recipient of the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award for her quality contributions to the program. Hvaring will graduate from UND in December 2011 with a degree in marketing. She is a 2006 Rudolf Steinerskolen graduate and is the daughter of Hege and Dag Hvaring. She says through Studio One, “I’ve learned how to market a business, I’ve become a great communicator, [and have] produced quality work in a very professional setting, all skills that every employer is looking for.” After graduation she plans on taking, “what I learned at Studio One and implementing it in my future job as a marketer. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Richelle Ballenger, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
SAN JOSE NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING NEWS SHOW Konop brings a fresh perspective to the Studio One news team GRAND FORKS, N.D. —Brittany Konop is interning at the University of North Dakota’s award-winning television show Studio One. This is her first semester as a news reporter with the program and she brings a fresh perspective to this position. As a reporter she shoots video, generates story ideas and writes scripts. “I [also] gather interviews and edit them into a story. Through Studio One I have been able to work with amazing people and learn how to become a better reporter,” she explains. Konop is a 2006 graduate of Branham High School and the daughter of Shona and Clyde McIntype of San Jose, Calif. Currently she is pursuing a degree in communication at UND and will graduate in May of 2012. After graduation Konop plans to pursue a career in the news field. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, and Ray, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Richelle Ballenger, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
BOWMAN NATIVE DIRECTS AWARD-WINNING NEWS SHOW Derek Korczak brings experience and professionalism to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Derek Korczak is in his seventh semester as an intern for Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. He has worked as an assistant director, technical director, audio operator, camera operator and photographer. Currently Korczak works as the director. “I look over all the technical aspects of the show as we air live. I call out direct cues for equipment operators to follow to create our show,” he explains. Korczak is an information systems student at UND and has received the Studio One Recognition of Excellence for his quality contributions to the project. He also serves on the Studio One Executive Council and Board of Directors. “I love the fact that as a student I can gain real world experience directing a one-hour live television show. Not only can I learn about it, I can do it!” Korczak graduated from Bowman County High School in 2008 and is the son of Darryl and Melanie Korczak. After graduation from UND, “I plan on either going into my major or managing a computer network in a business or working at KEYR-TV in Bismarck, N.D.,” Korczak says. “I would love to help produce their live broadcasts for state games.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 9, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Richelle Ballenger, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 ST. PAUL NATIVE PRODUCES AWARD-WINNING NEWS SHOW Kelly Kracht brings experience and drive to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — St. Paul, Minn. native Kelly Kracht is in her third semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Kracht has worked as a news reporter, technical director and a production assistant. This semester she works as a feature reporter and producer. “As a feature reporter I get to pitch story ideas, go out and interview people and write scripts and edit [video]. As a producer, I run peer team meetings and help produce interview segments,” she explains. “I love the connections I have made with other interns and the irreplaceable hands on experience.” Kracht will graduate from UND in December 2011 with a degree in communication. She has made the President’s Honor Roll, has received the Studio One Recognition of Excellence for her quality contributions to the project. In addition to her internship at Studio One Kracht is a intramural volleyball captain and has interned at The Maximus Group this past summer. Kracht is a 2008 graduate of Highland Park High School, and the daughter of Dave and Linda Kracht of St. Paul, Minn. After graduation she plans to “work in the media industry, whether it be with news or public relations, in order to help people be exposed to the truth.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Christalin Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA NATIVE INTERNS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Jinsook Lee brings creativity and graphic design skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Seoul, South Korea native Jinsook Lee is in her first semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Lee brings skills to the program as a graphics designer and character generator operator. Lee uses her creativity by combining text and images to design unique graphics that complement stories featured on the television show. Lee says she enjoys interning at Studio One. “I love show day, I feel like a real professional!” she adds. Lee will graduate from UND in December 2011 with a degree in communication. Along with her internship at Studio One, Lee excels in academics and is a recipient of the Communication Program Scholarship as well as the International Tuition Waiver. Lee graduated from Baeksin High School in 2006 and is the daughter Sanghwa Lee and Miae Han of Seoul, South Korea. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE December 6, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Chrissy Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 EDEN PRAIRIE NATIVE IS THE WEATHER ANCHOR FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Katie Link brings poise and professionalism to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Eden Prairie, Minn. Native Katie Link is in her second semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Link is interning as the weather anchor. The position requires Link to prepare and present the weather news in a clear and precise manner on a weekly basis. Links says she enjoys her time at Studio One and that it is a learning experience. “Anchoring a live show and being able to get experience shooting and editing video has been exciting,” she explains. Link graduated from Eden Prairie High School in June 2007 and is the daughter of Kathy and Larry Link of Eden Prairie, Minn. Link will graduate from UND in December 2011 with a degree in atmospheric sciences. She has already accepted a position with KMEG in Sioux City, Iowa as a morning meteorologist. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays and Thursday on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Christalin Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
MINOT NATIVE INTERNS WITH AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Kent Luetzen brings reporting, interviewing and editing skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Minot, N.D. native Kent Luetzen is in his second semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Leutzen contributes to the program as a news reporter where he develops story ideas, conducts interviews, writes scripts and edits video for news segments of the Studio One telecast. He says his learning experience goes beyond developing content for a television show. “The main thing I learned is responsibility. This is going to help in the future - in anything I plan to do,” he explains. Luetzen graduated from Minot High School in 2010 and is the son of Patty Luetzen of Minot, N.D. He will graduate from UND in May 2014 with a degree in communication. In addition to his academics and internship at Studio One, Luetzen keeps busy as a middistance runner on the UND Track and Field Team. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 2 p.m. Mondays and 3 p.m. Tuesdays on Channel 19 in Minot. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Christalin Casinader, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
WEST FARGO NATIVE INTERNS WITH AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Miranda Mars brings interviewing, writing and video editing skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — West Fargo, N.D. native Miranda Mars is in her first semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Mars is a sports reporter and production assistant with the program. As a reporter, Mars develops story ideas, conducts interviews, writes scripts and edits video. Mars says Studio One is a wonderful learning opportunity. “Every story, every project, I am always learning something new,” she explains. Mars graduated from West Fargo High School in 2009 and is the daughter of Ken and Leslie Bertsun and Mark Mars of West Fargo, N.D. She will graduate from UND in May 2013 with a degree in marketing with an emphasis on sports business. Mars says her experience with deadlines and teamwork at Studio One will help her in the future. She plans pursue a career marketing a sports team or to work with an athletics company after graduation. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. on Channel 99 in Fargo. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nicholas Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
GRAND FORKS NATIVE INTERNS WITH AWARD-WINNING NEWS PROGRAM Caitlin Mullally brings leadership and graphic design skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Grand Forks, N.D. native Caitlin Mullally, is an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Throughout her two semesters with the program she has held positions as an electronic graphic designer and is currently the graphics director. As the graphics director, Mullally helps design visuals used during the television show. She also provides leadership and gives assignments to other graphics team members. “I love being part of a live television production, working on a team in a control room is both exciting and intense,” she explains. Mullally is a 2008 Red River High School graduate and the daughter of Steve and Judy Mullally. She is pursuing a degree in communication at UND and plans to graduate in December of 2012. Upon graduation, she says she would like to work in public relations with an emphasis on graphic design. She has received the UND Presidential Scholarship and is involved with the Presidential Mentoring Program. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nicholas Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
PLYMOUTH NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING NEWS PROGRAM Nick Pavia brings writing skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Plymouth, Minn. native Nick Pavia, is an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Throughout his three semesters with the program, he has held positions as a photographer and a camera operator. This semester he is a news reporter. In his current position, he schedules interviews, shoots video, edits story footage and writes scripts. Pavia is a 2008 Wayzata High School graduate and is the son of Jane and Glenn Pavia. He is pursuing a communication degree at UND, with an emphasis in journalism and plans on graduating in May of 2012. Upon graduation, he says he would like to see himself become a musician or an organic farmer. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 14, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Nicholas Byrne, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 WILMAR NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION PROGRAM Tarah Peters brings creative writing and reporting skills to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Wilmar, Minn. native Tarah Peters, is interning as a reporter at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. In this position, she develops stories to be featured on the show, conducts interviews and coordinates with a photographer to shoot video. During the weekly show, she helps direct the anchors and camera operators as the floor manager. “Studio One has given me the opportunity to express my creativeness through writing and then see my stories come to life every week,” she explains. Peters is a 2008 graduate of Willmar Senior High School and a daughter of Bryan and Sandy Peters. She is pursuing a degree in communication at UND and upon graduating in the spring of 2012 she says she plans to secure a job that enables her to use her strong communication skills, educational background and ability to work well with people. She has received the UND Bookstore scholarship as well as the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award. She is also an active volunteer at the Humane Society and a member of Hunting for Huntington’s Disease. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Brady Bruhn, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
WILLMAR NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Tonya Peters brings reporting skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Willmar, Minn. native Tonya Peters is in her first semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. She is currently a news reporter and camera operator with the program. As a news reporter she generates story ideas, interviews various people related with story topics and also writes and edits scripts. “Studio One really pushes me to improve my punctuality and is there to help every step of the way—which I am truly grateful for,” she explains. “My experience from Studio One will definitely follow me into my professional career, simply because they are teaching me to work, dress, and act professionally in everything I do.” Peters graduated from Willmar High School in 2008 and is the daughter of Bryan and Sandy Peters of Willmar, Minn. She received her associate’s degree in liberal arts from Ridgewater College, before transferring to UND. She will graduate from UND in May 2013 with a degree in communication. “My objectives for the future are to hopefully acquire a challenging position where I will be free to make use of my growing experience I am receiving from Studio One as well as the University of North Dakota,” she adds. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Brady Bruhn, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 FAIRMONT NATIVE IS THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Matthew Petrowiak brings assistant directing skills to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Fairmont, Minn. native Matthew Petrowiak, is in his third semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Petrowiak has worked as a feature reporter and camera operator in previous semesters with the program. Currently, he is the assistant director and a photographer. During the live production, he provides leadership for the crew members and manages cameras. “The best part of Studio One is the people working here, they are all so helpful and fun,” he adds. Petrowiak will graduate from UND in May 2012 with a degree in communication. He was the recipient of the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award, for his hard work and dedication to the program. In addition to his internship, he also enjoys billiards and watching movies. Petrowiak graduated from Granada Huntley East Chain High School in 2008 and is the son of Steve and Cheryl Petrowiak of Fairmont, Minn. After graduation he says he plans to leave the Midwest. “[I] want to go to New York and work as a camera operator,” he explains. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, and Ray, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Brady Bruhn, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 TAPPEN NATIVE SHOOTS VIDEO FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Megan Rangeloff brings visual communication skills to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Tappen, N.D. native Megan Rangeloff is in her first semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. She is currently a photographer with the program. As a photographer she generates story ideas, works closely with reporters, shoots video elements for a story, edits video and uses creative storytelling techniques. She explains her favorite part of Studio One is, “being able to go on random photo shoots. For example, [one of my photography assignments was] being able to see a tattoo laser removal [treatment].” She will graduate from UND in May 2012 with a degree in graphic design technology. She made the fall 2010 and spring 2011 Dean’s List. Rangeloff graduated from Tappen High School in 2007 and is the daughter of Curtis and Lorna Rangeloff of Tappen, N.D. After graduation she plans to, “work with a television station and design graphics. Working with a camera on set would also be awesome!” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 5 p.m. Mondays on Channel 12 in Bismarck-Mandan. The program can also be seen by viewers in BismarckMandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Brady Bruhn, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 COTTAGE GROVE NATIVE HELPS PRODUCE AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Dylan Reichstadt brings audio and visuals skills to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Cottage Grove, Minn. native Dylan Reichstadt is in his third semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Reichstadt has worked as a photographer, camera operator, and audio operator. Currently, he is the technical director and a photographer. As a photographer, he generates story ideas, works closely with reporters, shoots footage for stories, edits video and uses creative storytelling techniques. “Studio One provides the perfect environment to learn helpful skills in almost any job field. Because of Studio One, I know I will have the skills and experience employers look for,” he explains. Reichstadt has received awards for his Studio One videography work. His earned an honorable mention in the 2010-2011 North Dakota Professional Communicators Contest in the category of TV Feature Photography. Reichstadt will graduate from UND in May 2014 with a degree in communication. In addition to his internship, he also participates in the Sioux Crew Committee at UND. He also works as a lead administrator at Justin.tv. Justin.tv is a live video sharing Web community. As an administrator, he manages a group of people who help moderate the Web site. Reichstadt graduated from Park High School in 2010 and is the son of Randy and Jodi Reichstadt of Cottage Grove, Minn. After graduation he plans to get involved in, “community management at a startup company in San Francisco.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 22, 2011
Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Cody Orr, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
MINNEAPOLIS NATIVE REPORTS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Cory Robertson brings communication and writing skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Minneapolis, Minn. native Cory Robertson is interning at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Robertson is a sports reporter and camera operator with the program. In this role he develops story ideas, conducts interviews, writes scripts and edits video for the sports portion of the Studio One telecast. In addition, he is also a camera operator during the show. “My favorite part about Studio One is the people that are involved. I also love going out on shoots and meeting new people and becoming immersed in the community,” he explains. Robertson will graduate from the UND in May 2012 with a degree in communication. He is an honors student and a Big Brother in the mentoring program through the Grand Forks, N.D. YMCA. In his free time Robertson plays intramural sports and is an active member of the Christus Rex University Church community. Robertson graduated from Rockford High School in 2008 and is the son of David and Diane Robertson of Minneapolis, Minn. After graduation he plans to pursue a career in sports broadcasting. “The professional atmosphere at Studio One has made an impact on me … The many opportunities to learn new skills have helped me become better-rounded in this field,” he adds. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 17, 2011 Contact: Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Jenna Hamann, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 DES MOINES NATIVE IS THE SPORTS ANCHOR FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Jon Schaeffer brings on-air talent to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. Des Moines, Iowa native Jon Schaeffer is in his third semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Schaeffer has worked as a sports reporter, camera operator, feature reporter and teleprompter operator with the program. Currently, he is the sports anchor, a sports reporter, and the assistant news director. Schaeffer says he continues to stay involved at Studio One because of the experience. “[The program] has opened doors for me as far as networking and experience. I work with a camera on a regular basis. I get that anchoring experience necessary to achieve my goals!” he says. Schaeffer will graduate from UND in May 2012 with a degree in communication. In addition to his internships, he is also an active member in Delta Tau Delta fraternity and participates in many intramural sports. He has received the Studio One Recognition of Excellence award and multiple scholarships through Delta Tau Delta. Schaeffer also placed second in the general sports reporting category in the 2010-11 North Dakota Professional Communicators contest. Schaeffer graduated in 2007 from Des Moines Roosevelt High School and is the son of Max and Karen Schaeffer. After graduation he says his career goals continue to be in front of the camera. “[I plan to work as a] sports anchor at a news station, or Fox sports doing sports broadcast and analysis,” he explains. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program can be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, and Ray, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 7, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Maddy Ackerman, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 BEULAH NATIVE ANCHORS NEWS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEISION SHOW Stephanie Scheurer brings on-air talent to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Stephanie Scheurer is in her second semester as an intern at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Scheurer has worked as a news reporter and a production assistant. This semester Scheurer is reporting and anchoring the news portion of the show. She says anchoring the show is her favorite position yet. “From a young age, I always wanted to be a news anchor and now doing it at such a professional and state-of-the-art studio in college is a dream come true,” she explains. Scheurer is a communication major at UND and plans to graduate in May 2013. She is the recipient of the Charles Burke Broadcasting Scholarship and has participated and won several scholarship pageants. Scheurer is also involved in other campus activities. She volunteers her time for the worship team at her church and helped lead a Students Today Leaders Forever Pay it Forward tour this past summer. Scheurer graduated from Beulah High School in May 2009 and is the daughter of Leland and Susan Scheurer. After graduation, she plans to work as a reporter or news anchor in the upper Midwest. Scheurer says the skills she developed at Studio One will help her in her career path. “The hands-on experience I am receiving at Studio One will be a huge asset on my résumé as I enter the workforce after graduating from UND.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 3, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Maddy Ackerman, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346 BROOKLYN PARK NATIVE CO-ANCHORS AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Ashley Trdan brings poise and professionalism to Studio One
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Brooklyn Park, Minn. native Ashley Trdan is in her third semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Trdan has worked as a feature reporter with the program and is now co-anchor of the show. In this position, Trdan helps produce guest segments for the live television show, writes guest memos and conducts on-air interviews for the live telecast. “Studio One has taught me how to communicate better…during interviews,” she explains. She says her internship with Studio One has taught her, “to go with the flow …because sometimes things don’t always go the way you plan.” Trdan adds that the fast pace of television work has its rewards. “I love meeting new people and working with such a fun group of people.” Trdan will graduate from the University of North Dakota in May 2013 with a degree in communication. Trdan received the UND Sophomore of the Year and Studio One’s Recognition of Excellence award. She is also a member of the 3.5 GPA and Above Club for her outstanding academic achievements. She is a member of the Delta Gamma Sorority on campus and serves as a student ambassador and a member of the homecoming committee. Trdan is a 2009 graduate from Champlin Park High School. She is the daughter of Phil and Lisa Trdan. After graduation Trdan’s says her dream career would be to, “work for Country Music Television in Nashville, Tenn. as an anchor.” Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs at 11 a.m. Wednesdays on Channel 6 in Minneapolis. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 23, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Maddy Ackerman, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
WEST FARGO NATIVE DESIGNS GRAPICS FOR AWARD-WINNING TELEVISION SHOW Chris Urlaub brings visual communication skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. —Fargo, N.D. native Chris Urlaub is in his first semester at Studio One an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. Urlaub is a member of the graphics team and works as an electronic graphic designer during the week and as the video operator during the live production. “[I’ve] learned to be a team player, meet deadlines and be professional,” he says. Before each show Urlaub also edits video footage together for the Headline News Team. “Working in the control room [during the live show] …it’s intense!” he adds. Urlaub is a 2007 West Fargo High School graduate and is the son of Marty and Cathy Urlaub. He will graduate from UND this December 2011 with a degree in marketing. He is a member of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars and a member of the international honor society for business students, Beta Gamma Sigma. He was awarded the Presidential Scholarship and placed on the Dean’s List and the President’s Honor Roll. After graduation he says he would like to take advantage of his marketing degree and work for an advertising agency. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m. and Thursdays at 2:00 p.m. on Channel 99 in Fargo. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Grand Forks, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 23, 2011 Contact:
Suzanne Irwin, Studio One Director of Marketing, UND (701) 777-3818 Maddy Ackerman, Studio One Marketing Team, UND (701) 777-4346
MINOT NATIVE INTERNS AS A WEATHER TEAM MEMBER WITH AWARDWINNING TELEVSION SHOW Stephanie Waldref brings reporting, editing and writing skills to Studio One GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Minot N.D. native Stephanie Waldref is in her second semester at Studio One, an award-winning television show produced at the University of North Dakota. As a member of the weather team, she develops weather segments for the live telecast each week. This means she shoots video, writes scripts and edits story footage. “[I’ve] learn so much from watching and helping other people,” she says. Waldref adds the professionalism, communication and technological skills she has developed at Studio One will be an asset to her well beyond her years at UND. In addition to her internship and academics, Waldref is also involved in other campus activities. She is a member of the American Meteorological Society and Kappa Alpha Theta sorority. Waldref is a 2010 Minot High School graduate and is the daughter of Randy and Julie Waldref. She will graduate from UND in May 2014 with a degree in atmospheric sciences. She says she plans for a career in front of the camera after graduation. “I would love to become a broadcast meteorologist,” she adds. Studio One is an award-winning news and information program produced at the University of North Dakota Television Center. The program airs live on UND Channel 3 on Thursdays at 5 p.m. The program can also be seen by viewers in Bismarck-Mandan, Dickinson, Fargo, Jamestown, Minot, Ray and Steele, N.D.; Minneapolis, Minn.; Denver and Colorado Springs, Colo.; Winnipeg and Brandon, Manitoba and online at www.studio1.und.edu. -30-
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