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\"KWF_with_tag_\"This post is sponsored by Knight Wallace Fellows at Michigan<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Now accepting applications for the 2016-2017 academic year, the Knight-Wallace Fellows is a sabbatical study program for full-time journalists with at least five years of professional experience. U.S. Fellows receive a $70,000 stipend plus all tuition and fees. Stipends for international fellows vary. Deadline to apply is February. 1, 2016. Learn more<\/a> about the program and apply online.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

So you’ve heard by now: ONA15 will keep you hopping for three straight days. Conference sessions, networking events, parties, product launches and karaoke<\/a> … it’s a lot to juggle!<\/p>\n

Thankfully, there’s plenty you can do to prepare.\u00a0You can check out all of the staff blogs, including my colleague Irving’s “strategy\u00a0for introverts<\/a>,” and also board member Kim Bui’s “local guide to LA<\/a>.”<\/p>\n

But here we’ll discuss how to get your digital life prepped and organized so you can maximize the fun on site. And don’t worry if you’re not an over-planner like me . . . most of these tips are designed to be quick wins.<\/p>\n

Build Your Own Schedule<\/h3>\n

We’re using the Grenadine Event Guide this year so you can create a conference schedule tailored to your own preferences. Simply download from the iOS or Android stores, use the code ONA15 and you’re on your way! Detailed instructions here<\/a>. Favorite sessions you like, and the best part is you can refresh to always have the most updated times (we try not to switch things around, but life happens). It’s a great way to stay up to date. The mobile app is kindly supported by The McClatchy Company.<\/p>\n

Snaps and Apps<\/h3>\n

We love that you’re such a social crowd! You can prep your phone \u00a0for the photos in advance with the following tips:<\/p>\n