Kicking Off a New Year: Newhouse Graduate Program Boot Camp
A new class arrived Monday for the start of the Newhouse School’s graduate program boot camp, a six-week summer session that kicks off the academic year and provides incoming students with the tools to succeed.
The typical boot camp structure consists of classes all day each weekday, with schedules fluctuating depending on the program. The summer 2025 boot camp began with a welcome session, followed by introductory program meetings and time to socialize with fellow graduate students.
(All photos by RC Concepción)
Bandier Master’s Program Launches
The incoming students include the inaugural class of the Bandier Master’s in Music Business program. First announced last year, the program expands on the success of the prestigious undergraduate program in the recording and entertainment industries.
The new master’s program offers students the same top features that set apart the undergraduate program, delivering hands-on experiences, training for cutting-edge skills needed to make students job-ready upon graduation and access to the large and loyal networks of Bandier and Newhouse alumni. Billboard magazine has never published its list of the world’s top music business schools without including the Bandier program.
New Associate Dean for Professional Graduate Programs
The introductory session Monday also served as handoff of sorts as veteran journalism faculty member Joel Kaplan (above, left) introduced Carolyn Hedges, the new associate dean for professional graduate programs. Kaplan, who previously served in that role, is taking over this year as director of the Goldring Arts, Style and Culture Journalism master’s program.
“Getting to Know You” Time
Boot camp does build in some time for fun and bonding, too. Events this summer include a trip to the zoo and a Syracuse Mets minor league baseball game, plus an ice cream social at the end of July.
Above left, professor Michael Schoonmaker (left) speaks to the television, radio and film master’s students. Above right, Bridget Lichtinger, director of the Career Development Center (left), Dean Mark Lodato and CDC assistant director Melissa Figueroa listen to remarks during the welcome session.