Julia Manning

University of Missouri

I am currently a sophomore at the University of Missouri's School of Journalism where I am studying broadcast producing. I also do graphics, web design and have experience in print reporting and editing. I am staying open and flexible, as I love most areas of the field and can't wait to see where I end up! I also love sports—watching, playing, reporting on them etc. I am very passionate specifically about gender equity in sports and am an advocate for Title IX reform. Before attending MU, I spent one year at Loyola University Chicago and attended high school in Johnston, Iowa.

Articles by Julia Manning

If Brittney Griner Can’t Do It, Who Can? March 30, 2012 Even with 6'8" dunking sensation Brittney Griner, the Women's NCAA tournament sees attendance numbers that are about a quarter that of the mens. This got me thinking - seriously, why don't people care about women's sports?

Eating Disorders — An Illness, Not A “Lifestyle Choice” February 22, 2012 Our generation has a very important role to play in the perpetuation of the American beauty ideal. We can chose to keep reinforcing these unachievable standards by our obsession with thin models and celebrities, 0r we can encourage healthiness.

Off-the-Radar Grammy Contenders —The Decemberists February 7, 2012 The clear underdog in the rock music category at this weekend’s Grammy Awards will be Portland indie folk-rock band The Decemberists. Nominated for best rock song and best rock performance, the band will face the stiff competition of Coldplay, The Foo Fighters, Mumford & Sons, and Radiohead.

Off-the-Radar Grammy Contenders — Bon Iver February 2, 2012 Leading up to the Grammys on Feb. 12, we at NextGen will be shedding light on some of the lesser known artists up for nominations. In the first part of this series, check out Bon Iver, the indie band up for three of the top four awards.

Iowa Young Voices: Keeping My Hope Alive December 29, 2011 I feel the same flame of enthusiasm seen in 2008 has yet to ignite Iowans, and Americans, during this current election cycle. Education. Immigration. Economy. Jobs. Health care. Abortion. The lack of overwhelmed enthusiasm is due to the fact that, deep-down, Americans don’t feel confident that any candidate can manage these issues in a truly adequate way.