Events

Jorge Ramos, Maria Ressa and John Saunders present master classes at the Missouri School of Journalism.

Honor Medal master classes give students hard-won lessons drawn from legendary careers

By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 2, 2025) — On Sept. 30, three towering figures in journalism and strategic communication gathered at the Missouri School of Journalism to present master classes to students. Jorge Ramos, Maria Ressa and John Saunders would be honored with the 2025 Missouri Honor Medal for Distinguished Service later that evening, … Continued

Maggie Bunch, Joey Yancey

Behind the scenes and in the spotlight: Journalism students help drive Mizzou Homecoming

Photo: Katherine Schnelle By Isabella Trost With over 100 years of experience, the University of Missouri prides itself on being the first and the finest in terms of Homecoming celebrations. Because Mizzou’s standards are high when it calls alumni home, students work tirelessly to help create the best experience for everyone involved. Mizzou Homecoming takes … Continued

Luca Giordano, right, a junior from St Louis who’s studying documentary journalism and history, meets with Washington, D.C., photojournalist Allison Robbert for a portfolio review on Sept. 11, 2025, in the McDougall Center gallery. Photo: Nate Brown

McDougall Center welcomes new Women Photojournalists of Washington exhibit

Luca Giordano, right, a junior from St Louis who’s studying documentary journalism and history, meets with Washington, D.C., photojournalist Allison Robbert for a portfolio review on Sept. 11, 2025, in the McDougall Center gallery. Photo: Nate Brown By Emily Early COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 17, 2025) — The Missouri School of Journalism’s Angus and Betty McDougall … Continued

Experience Mizzou | Join us at the J-School | Sept. 5 | 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Experience Mizzou at the School of Journalism on Friday, Sept. 5

Get ready to roar, J-School Tigers! As part of the university-wide Experience Mizzou celebration leading up to the sold-out Mizzou-kU rivalry game, the Missouri School of Journalism is opening its doors to the community with a full slate of events. Choose your own experience: drop in any time between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for open-house activities, … Continued

Egan Ward

Missouri School of Journalism graduate Egan Ward doesn’t bury the lede

The reporter reflects on his time at the Missouri School of Journalism By Cary Littlejohn Contact: Cary Littlejohn, carylittlejohn@missouri.eduPhoto by Egan Ward Egan Ward wants to be a reporter. But not just any reporter.  “I want to be one of the best,” he said. “I want a seat at the table.” Spend a few minutes with Ward … Continued

Mayci Wilderman

From crossing home plate to reaching across the aisle

Graduating Missouri School of Journalism student Mayci Wilderman brings depth to storytelling By Benjamin Miller COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 13, 2025) — Mayci Wilderman, a graduating senior at the Missouri School of Journalism, has built a reputation for hard work and a growing passion for storytelling across sports and politics. Originally from Brighton, Illinois, Wilderman began … Continued

Stronger Than Fiction

Ninth annual Stronger Than Fiction Film Festival returns to the Missouri Theatre on May 17

The Missouri School of Journalism will present the ninth annual Stronger Than Fiction Film Festival on Saturday, May 17, at the historic Missouri Theatre, showcasing 10 original short documentary films produced by students in the School’s Jonathan B. Murray Center for Documentary Journalism program. Admission is free and open to the public, with no ticket required. All the films will also be available … Continued