Hello and Happy New Year!
By the way, how long is it appropriate to still say Happy New Year? First couple of weeks? But one thing’s for sure, last year went by fast so make sure you cherish this year. Speaking of last year, it was a great success for the Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ) and we owe it to our dedicated members and great leadership of last year’s board. We’re ready to build on that momentum. And it’s time for our first meeting of 2008!
Come meet with us to discuss the exciting projects and events CAABJ has planned for 2008. We want to see you—past members, current members, potential members, those of you who’ve heard of us but have yet to come see what we’re all about.
Meeting Info
Saturday, January 26
12 p.m.
Jillian’s, 200 E. Bland St. (in South End)
We’ll meet for about an hour to discuss new business and introduce those who are in attendance. Then after that, feel free to hang around and network with your colleagues.
We’re currently accepting membership for 2008. You can fill out the application below or complete it at the meeting, at which time you can also pay your dues (see dues amount below). But if you’re not sure if you want to become a member just yet, there’s no pressure. Come to the meeting and enjoy the opportunity to network with some of the Charlotte area’s best journalists.
We look forward to seeing you Saturday, January 26, 12 p.m. at Jillian’s.
Sincerely,
Charlotte Area Association of Black Journalists (CAABJ)
Email us: charlotteaabj@gmail.com
January 11, 2008
January 9, 2008
Excited about 2008!
CAABJ is excited about 2008! Keep checking back on our site for the date and time of our first meeting of the year. Can't wait to see you.
December 11, 2007
We're Preparing for a New Year in CAABJ
It's time to plan and prepare for 2008. We have a new board that is ready to keep the momentum going, but first there are some housekeeping issues we need to work out and we would love if you would take part. On Wednesday, December 12th the past and present Executive Board members will meet at WCNC news station, located on 1001 Wood Ridge Center Drive at 7pm. We are also asking members or journalists interested in attending to come. If you are planning to attend please RSVP Melody Taylor via e-mail at MTaylor@wcnc.com. We are also asking everyone to bring $5.00 to contribute towards dinner, which will be pizza.
Past & Present Board Members:
Below is a list of the items each of you need to bring to the meeting --
A list of duties you had in your current role as a CAABJ Board member (if applicable)
A list of tasks you wish you had completed in your current role as a CAABJ board member (if applicable)
A list of goals you have for your future board position (I/A)
Ideas for possible 2008 CAABJ events
A list of things you think should have been done by CAABJ
Fundraising ideas for 2008
Announcements:
2008 Membership --
Many of you have e-mailed us saying that you are having trouble submitting your membership application. We are no longer taking membership applications for 2007. We are asking that you wait until January 1st to apply. You can access the form and membership information by logging onto our blog site http://caabjournalists.blogspot.com/
2008 Executive Board --
You voted and here they are your 2008 Executive Board members...
President -- Jarvis Holliday ( Charlotte Magazine)
Vice President of Print -- Tiffany Leonard ( Charlotte Observer)
Vice President of Broadcast -- Alva Pearson (WCNC)
Treasurer -- Ken Lemon (WSOC)
*** The President will be responsible for appointing the Secretary and Parliamentarian since no one accepted nominations for either position. If you are interested send us an at charlottteaabj@gmail.com
CAABJ Scholarship Event --
CAABJ awarded its first educational scholarship on December 2nd to India Richardson who attends Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. Congratulations to India! We know she will go far.
CAABJ also presented its first Most Valuable Member Award. WSOC reporter Ken Lemon took home the award for his dedication to the organization and his willingness to spearhead several of this year's events, including the Race and Education Forum.
CAABJ is on the move and we want you to be a part. So please continue to check our blogsite at http://caabjournalists.blogspot.com/and look for e-mails from the organization about what we are doing.
We look forward to seeing you Wednesday, December 12th at 7pm at WCNC.
Past & Present Board Members:
Below is a list of the items each of you need to bring to the meeting --
A list of duties you had in your current role as a CAABJ Board member (if applicable)
A list of tasks you wish you had completed in your current role as a CAABJ board member (if applicable)
A list of goals you have for your future board position (I/A)
Ideas for possible 2008 CAABJ events
A list of things you think should have been done by CAABJ
Fundraising ideas for 2008
Announcements:
2008 Membership --
Many of you have e-mailed us saying that you are having trouble submitting your membership application. We are no longer taking membership applications for 2007. We are asking that you wait until January 1st to apply. You can access the form and membership information by logging onto our blog site http://caabjournalists.blogspot.com/
2008 Executive Board --
You voted and here they are your 2008 Executive Board members...
President -- Jarvis Holliday ( Charlotte Magazine)
Vice President of Print -- Tiffany Leonard ( Charlotte Observer)
Vice President of Broadcast -- Alva Pearson (WCNC)
Treasurer -- Ken Lemon (WSOC)
*** The President will be responsible for appointing the Secretary and Parliamentarian since no one accepted nominations for either position. If you are interested send us an at charlottteaabj@gmail.com
CAABJ Scholarship Event --
CAABJ awarded its first educational scholarship on December 2nd to India Richardson who attends Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC. Congratulations to India! We know she will go far.
CAABJ also presented its first Most Valuable Member Award. WSOC reporter Ken Lemon took home the award for his dedication to the organization and his willingness to spearhead several of this year's events, including the Race and Education Forum.
CAABJ is on the move and we want you to be a part. So please continue to check our blogsite at http://caabjournalists.blogspot.com/and look for e-mails from the organization about what we are doing.
We look forward to seeing you Wednesday, December 12th at 7pm at WCNC.
November 8, 2007
We need YOU to Survive!
We need your CAABJ board nominations today!
We’ve already made huge strides when it comes to CAABJ! We had some of our most successful events this year. Our membership numbers have soared. NABJ is recognizing some of the good work we are doing.
Now we need to set ourselves up for success for next year. This is my personal appeal to you as president.
Please send nominations for potential board members to charlotteaabj@gmail.com by 6:30PM TODAY (Thursday).
Nominate anyone you think would do well. Then the elections committee will contact those persons for an acceptance or a decline. Last year we had to piece a board together with a few dedicated individuals. I commend the board members for their work. Now we need to show the next board we have confidence in them and this organization, by making a nomination and eventually voting.
Please send your nomination today.
Sincerely,
Melody Taylor
CAABJ President 2007
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mentorship Program: We need people who are interested in being a mentor. We have 10 JCSU students who are ready to meet and work with you. The mentor program is e-mail based, meaning both mentee and mentor begin by sending each other an e-mail. It is then up to you to determine how much time you want to invest and what you and your mentee want to get out of this experience.
Scholarship Mixer: The scholarship Mixer is steadily approaching . This laid back but elegant event will be held on Decemeber 2, 2007 at WineUp on 3306-C N. Davidson Street from 5-8pm. One aspiring journalist will receive a $500 scholarship. It's not too late to apply. If you know a college student who is pursuing a degree in Journalism or Communications encourage them to apply. If you need an application contact the head of the Scholarship Committee, Lindsay Pollard at lpollard@charlotteobserver.com. All applications must be post marked by November 2nd.2008 Events CalendarWe are working on next year's events calendar. If there are events you would like to see CAABJ continue to do or start to do please e-mail us at charlotteaabj@gmail.com. Your input is important to us and we want to make sure that all our members have a say.
2008 CAABJ Board Elections: Elections for the 2008 year are right around the corner. The board has done a great job this year pushing CAABJ to new and improved level, so let's not lose momentum. If you or someone you know is interested in running for a seat on the 2008 CAABJ Board, please e-mail your nominations to charlotteaabj@gmail.com. You must be a member to nominate a candidate and to vote for candidates. The results of the election will be announced on December 2nd.
Please keep checking your e-mails for updates on these and other announcements from CAABJ. Also, if it's been a while since you received an e-mail from us please contact us at charlotteaabj@gmail.com so we can make sure your information is in our database.
We’ve already made huge strides when it comes to CAABJ! We had some of our most successful events this year. Our membership numbers have soared. NABJ is recognizing some of the good work we are doing.
Now we need to set ourselves up for success for next year. This is my personal appeal to you as president.
Please send nominations for potential board members to charlotteaabj@gmail.com by 6:30PM TODAY (Thursday).
Nominate anyone you think would do well. Then the elections committee will contact those persons for an acceptance or a decline. Last year we had to piece a board together with a few dedicated individuals. I commend the board members for their work. Now we need to show the next board we have confidence in them and this organization, by making a nomination and eventually voting.
Please send your nomination today.
Sincerely,
Melody Taylor
CAABJ President 2007
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mentorship Program: We need people who are interested in being a mentor. We have 10 JCSU students who are ready to meet and work with you. The mentor program is e-mail based, meaning both mentee and mentor begin by sending each other an e-mail. It is then up to you to determine how much time you want to invest and what you and your mentee want to get out of this experience.
Scholarship Mixer: The scholarship Mixer is steadily approaching . This laid back but elegant event will be held on Decemeber 2, 2007 at WineUp on 3306-C N. Davidson Street from 5-8pm. One aspiring journalist will receive a $500 scholarship. It's not too late to apply. If you know a college student who is pursuing a degree in Journalism or Communications encourage them to apply. If you need an application contact the head of the Scholarship Committee, Lindsay Pollard at lpollard@charlotteobserver.com. All applications must be post marked by November 2nd.2008 Events CalendarWe are working on next year's events calendar. If there are events you would like to see CAABJ continue to do or start to do please e-mail us at charlotteaabj@gmail.com. Your input is important to us and we want to make sure that all our members have a say.
2008 CAABJ Board Elections: Elections for the 2008 year are right around the corner. The board has done a great job this year pushing CAABJ to new and improved level, so let's not lose momentum. If you or someone you know is interested in running for a seat on the 2008 CAABJ Board, please e-mail your nominations to charlotteaabj@gmail.com. You must be a member to nominate a candidate and to vote for candidates. The results of the election will be announced on December 2nd.
Please keep checking your e-mails for updates on these and other announcements from CAABJ. Also, if it's been a while since you received an e-mail from us please contact us at charlotteaabj@gmail.com so we can make sure your information is in our database.
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