Diversity and Inclusion
Blind Journalism Student Brings Mizzou Sports Alive on Radio
By Bill Althaus Posted July 17, 2015, at Examiner.net Republished by permission. Columbia, Mo. (July 20, 2015) — Blake Tarrants has never seen a sporting event on the University of Missouri campus. Yet the sophomore is an award-winning member of a broadcast team that keeps everyone in Columbia, Missouri, up to date on all Tiger … Continued
Black Athletes Stereotyped Negatively in Media Compared to White Athletes
By Nathan Hurst MU News Bureau Columbia, Mo. (June 2, 2015) — Research has shown that media, such as television and video games, can affect viewers’ thoughts and actions. Now, new research by Cynthia Frisby, an associate professor of strategic communication in the University of Missouri School of Journalism, has revealed racial stereotyping in the … Continued
MU Receives $1 Million Gift to Support Journalism Education on LGBT Issues
The Gift Is the First of Its Kind Among American Universities Columbia, Mo. (April 24, 2015) — The University of Missouri has received a $1 million estate gift to support journalism education and research into the connection between American journalism and the advancement of human rights for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people. Timothy … Continued
Cynthia Frisby Publishes New Book on Stereotypes, Media Effects
Chapters Cover Racism, Sexism, Other Disparities in the News Media By Annie Rees Columbia, Mo. (March 17, 2015) — A new book by Associate Professor Cynthia Frisby provides insight to the uses, gratifications and effects of media exposure on diverse audiences. “How You See Me, How You Don’t” (Tate Publishing) is a collection of essays … Continued
2 Seniors Selected for ‘Most Promising Multicultural Students Program’
The American Advertising Federation’s Initiative Promotes Diversity and Inclusion Within the Industry By Caroline Murray Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 6, 2014) — Two Missouri School of Journalism undergraduates have been selected for the 2015 Most Promising Multicultural Students Program sponsored by the American Advertising Federation. Ebony Francis and Anthony Tovar, both seniors studying strategic communication, were among the … Continued
MU Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists Wins Student Chapter of the Year
The Honor Reflects the Group’s Commitment to Growth and Increasing Diversity in Journalism By Rebecca Dell Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 3, 2014) — The University of Missouri chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists was named the student Chapter of the Year during the organization’s annual convention in Boston in July. On hand to accept … Continued
Missouri Chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists Named a Finalist for Student Chapter of the Year
Mentoring, Site Visits and Personal Branding Programs Are Among Reasons for the Selection Washington, D.C. (June 9, 2014) — The University of Missouri chapter of the National Association of Black Journalists is one of three finalists for the 2014 student Chapter of the Year Award. The award is given based on criteria, which includes but … Continued
American Association of Advertising Agencies Selects Ebony Francis for its Multicultural Advertising Internship Program
She Will Intern at DigitasLBi in San Francisco This Summer Columbia, Mo. (May 12, 2014) — The American Association of Advertising Agencies has selected Ebony Francis for its 2014 Multicultural Advertising Internship Program. Francis will serve a 10-week paid summer internship as an account management intern at DigitasLBi, a 4A’s member advertising agency located in … Continued
Bridget Botchway Bradley Wins 2014 Undergraduate Inclusive Excellence Award
The Chancellor’s Diversity Initiative Recognizes Outstanding Contributions to Any Area of Diversity at the University of Missouri By Caroline Murray Columbia, Mo. (March 21, 2014) — Missouri School of Journalism senior Bridget Botchway Bradley has been named the winner of the 2014 undergraduate Inclusive Excellence Award. The award, part of the Chancellor’s Diversity Initiative, is … Continued
‘Politics of the Black Body’ Series Explores Questions About Media and Visual Representation
By Zach Reger and Lauren Steele Columbia, Mo. (Dec. 4, 2013) — Provocative questions addressed ways to explore issues surrounding media and visual representations of race, gender and identity during the “Politics of the Black Body” series at the University of Missouri and Stephens College. A key aim of the events on Nov. 18-19 was … Continued