Broadcast News Student Crowned MU Homecoming Queen

Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 9, 2005) — Alisha Johnson, a senior broadcast news student from Memphis, Tenn., was crowned the 2005 University of Missouri Homecoming Queen in a half-time ceremony at Faurot Field. An active student leader, Johnson participates in the National Association of Black Journalists, the Legion of Black Collegians, Summer Welcome, United Ambassadors and others. … Continued

Broadcast Lab Dedicated in Memory of Ron Naeger

Columbia, Mo. (March 15, 2005) — “Not enough words can ever be said of a person like Ron,” said John Merrill, professor emeritus of journalism. “He was one of the most remarkable young faculty members that I’ve ever met.” Journalism faculty, staff and students recently honored Ron Naeger by dedicating the Gannett Hall broadcast laboratory in … Continued

KBIA Ranked Second in Nation; Provides Professional Training for Students

Columbia, Mo. (March 10, 2005) –– KBIA-91.3 FM, the University of Missouri’s public radio station, is ranked #2 out of nearly 800 public radio stations nationwide. The station provides students at Missouri’s School of Journalism the opportunity to work at one of the top-rated public radio stations in the country. Kent Collins, chairman of the broadcast … Continued