PAT SMITH is managing editor of Global Journalist, the magazine for the international news business published by the Missouri School of Journalism. She also co-teaches the international magazine staff class and serves on graduate students’ professional projects committees. Smith has 30 years of journalism experience and has worked on newspapers and magazines as an editor, reporter, writer, and art director. She has designed numerous magazines and has served as a consultant for specialized communication projects that include publication design, writing, rewriting and editing, and planning for profit and non-profit organizations. She currently serves on the executive board of the International Press Institute. Smith earned a bachelor of science degree from the University of Nebraska and a master of arts degree from the University of Missouri.