Students are strongly encouraged to get professional experience while in school. Later, they compete for internships, not only in Lexington but all over the country. Many complete several internships before graduation, giving them an advantage when job-hunting. Students can also gain valuable hands on experience by working with JAT News, a student produced newscast available on local cable to over 60,000 homes in the Lexington area. Students get practical experience in the areas of directing, producing, anchoring and on-air news reporting.
Several fellowships are also available to talented upper division students.
A similar summer program has been set up with the Kentucky Post. Students interested in a broadcast career can apply for a fellowship at WKYT-TV or an internship at one of our three other local television stations, many local radio stations, and at other media outlets. Graduates of the school are working for major newspapers, magazines, radio and television stations, advertising and public relations agencies, cable systems, public agencies and telecommunications firms throughout the country.