CSUF Comm Week 2026: Full Schedule

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10:00am PDT

The Backpack Journalist: One Reporter. One Camera. Endless Stories.

Wednesday April 29, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT

What does it take to tell a powerful story, on deadline, all alone? Emmy-winning Multimedia Journalist Juliet Lemar breaks down the realities of turning daily news into compelling, impactful stories. This session is a real-world guide to crafting cinematic, character-driven stories, under pressure, with practical techniques to help you stand out and embrace your creative spark.

Hosted by Professor Penchan Phoborisut

Speakers

Juliet Lemar

Emmy-winning MMJ | NBC 6 Santa Barbara

Juliet Lemar is an Emmy-winning multimedia journalist with a passion for character-driven storytelling, covering everything from murder to puppies. A proud Cal State Fullerton alum, she currently works as an MMJ (the Swiss Army Knife of reporters) in Southern California. She reports... Read More →

Wednesday April 29, 2026 10:00am - 11:00am PDT
Tuffree AB TSU

Journalism

7:00pm PDT

From Print to Podcast: Building "The Zest" from the Ground Up

Wednesday April 29, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT

Tuffree AB

Chelsea will walk through how she developed the idea for The Zest and turned it from a concept into a fully produced podcast. She also will share the behind-the-scenes process — from researching and booking guests to crafting thoughtful, narrative-driven questions that lead to meaningful conversations. Finally, Chelsea will break down the production side, including editing, publishing, and promoting each episode through social media.

Hosted by Professor Rob van Riel

Speakers

Chelsea Raineri

Style & Home Editor, Podcast Producer & Host, Orange Coast Magazine

Chelsea Raineri has served as the Style and Home Editor at "Orange Coast Magazine" for the past eight years, where she leads coverage of design, fashion, beauty, and the people shaping Southern California’s creative landscape. In 2024, she launched the magazine’s podcast, "... Read More →

Wednesday April 29, 2026 7:00pm - 8:00pm PDT
Tuffree AB TSU

Entertainment & Tourism

CSUF Comm Week 2026

10:00am PDT

Juliet Lemar

7:00pm PDT

Chelsea Raineri

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