Student Journalism Summit
November 15, 2025
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Join the NAIT Nugget in Edmonton, Alta., on November 15, 2025, for a one-day conference focused on connecting students with professional journalists.
Our speakers will share tips & tricks on breaking into the industry, including:
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how to master being a multi-platform journalist​
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where to find stories that connect
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creating a personal brand
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...and more!
Speakers
Morgan Black
Morgan Black is an award-winning multi-platform journalist with more than 10 years of experience covering daily news for TV, radio and web in Alberta.
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Her work has also been recognized for outstanding leadership in the mental health sector.
Morgan is a 2024 Kiplinger Fellow. She was selected to join 20 journalists from around the world to study immigration and migration at Ohio University.
Ryan Rishaug
Ryan Rishaug is TSN's Edmonton reporter and creator of the Got Yer Back podcast. With over 140,000 followers on X, he's a well respected name in the sports commentary industry.
Brenden Escott
Brenden Escott is the host of Edmonton Oilers Hockey and Inside Sports on 880 CHED, where he brings energy, insight and a genuine connection to the local sports community. A lifelong fan of the game, Brenden combines his journalistic background with a broadcaster’s instinct to deliver compelling stories and thoughtful analysis that resonate with listeners across Oil Country.
Min Dhariwal
With more than 25 years of reporting experience, Min has worked on stories across Alberta and around the world. He joined the CBC Edmonton newsroom in 2001 where he was hired as a video journalist, but over the years he’s hosted news, sports on both television and radio.
Schedule
8:30-9:00: Arrival & Check in
9:00-10:00: Session 1
10:15-11:15: Session 2
11:30-12:45: Lunch (included with ticket)
1:00-2:00: Session 3
2:15-3:15: Session 4
3:15-3:30: Closing Remarks