Name: Presenting Your Best Self: How to Network
Start: 2025-03-07T13:00:00-0500
End: 2025-03-07T13:45:00-0500

The 2025 NLGJA LGBTQ+ Student Conference is a place for students to connect with your peers, learn from industry professionals, score an internship, meet with recruiters from top news organizations and more!

Taking place virtually from March 7-8, 2025, the fifth annual virtual Student Conference from NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists will explore the intersections of the news industry and LGBTQ+ identities.

REGISTER NOW! Registration is Pay What You Can and open to all NLGJA members and non-members.

Keep an eye on this space as more info will be coming soon!

Friday March 7, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST

Virtual

Unlock the power of professional relationships in our networking event, designed to help you navigate the world of networking with confidence and authenticity. Perfect for a newcomer or those looking to sharpen their skills, this session will provide valuable insights on creating meaningful connections, engaging in impactful conversations, and leveraging your network to open doors to new opportunities.

Learn effective strategies for building rapport, mastering the art of small talk, and following up with potential contacts. Our expert will share real-world tips on how to grow your network both in-person and online, and how to maintain long-term, mutually beneficial relationships.

Speakers

Benét Wilson (She/Her)

Lead Writer, Credit Cards, Bankrate

Benét J. Wilson is the lead credit cards writer for Bankrate. She was previously director of the Poynter-Koch Media and Journalism Fellowship, a year-long program for early-career journalists. Before that, she was a senior editor and writer for The Points Guy. She serves on the boards... Read More →

Friday March 7, 2025 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Virtual

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2025 NLGJA Student Conference

Benét Wilson (She/Her)

Attendees (19)

2025 NLGJA Student Conference

Benét Wilson (She/Her)

Attendees (19)

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