Summer Journalism Programs

At a young age, Erin Stanford dreamed of becoming a news anchor, and to this day, her passion for journalism has a place in her heart.

Because of her interest in journalism, Stanford’s teacher recommended that she attend the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communication Summer Media Institute (SMI).

Out of all the specializations SMI has to offer, Stanford chose Feature Writing and Newswriting, because she wants to improve her writing skills, and prefers writing to being on cam

On July 12, southern England, including London, experienced flash floods due to unusual downpour. According to the BBC, within the span of a day, there was 47.8mm of rainfall in Kew.

The flooding put the lives of many in disarray, and damaged several properties and homes. Among those affected was Brenda Clarke-Wills, a resident of West Kensington, whose water supply was cut off for three days.

“There was no water at all that we had access to in our flat-- Even in the toilet you know, kitchen,