South Brunswick Junior Chosen for Washington Media Conference

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - A junior at South Brunswick High School was chosen to be a National Youth Correspondent at the Washington Journalism and Media Conference this summer in Washington, D.C.

Jenna Cohen will represent Monmouth Junction at the 2017 Washington Journalism and Media Conference at George Mason University. Cohen joins a select group of students from all over the country for an intensive study of journalism and media. She was chosen based on academic accomplishments and a demonstrated interest and excellence in journalism and media studies.

With distinguished faculty, guest speakers, and direct access to elite D.C. practitioners, the Washington Journalism and Media Conference offers aspiring journalists and student leaders an unparalleled experience. The week long program, held at George Mason University’s state-of-the-art campus, will encourage and inspire young leaders from across the country who desire a unique experience focused on successful careers in this dynamic industry. Past speakers have included Hoda Kotb from NBC, Brian Lamb from C-SPAN, Pulitzer Prize winning photographer Carol Guzy, and Sonya Ross from the Associated Press.

The Washington Journalism and Media Conference will be held July 16 to July 21, 2017.