Events
Journalism Students Learn How to ‘Get in the Game’ of Sports Journalism, Promotions at Recent Event
The Missouri School of Journalism’s recent “Get in the Game” event, sponsored by the Engagement and Outreach office, attracted more than 100 students interested in sports journalism or promotion. By Jennifer Nelson Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 6, 2018) — Sometimes you have to look beyond advertised job listings when searching for a sports internship, Missouri School … Continued
Missouri Honor Medal Recipients to Share Global Perspectives, Expertise During Oct. 16 Master Classes
The 2018 Missouri Honor Medal winners will speak about their areas of expertise in a daylong series of master classes on Tuesday, Oct. 16. All Master Classes Are Free and Open to the Public Columbia, Mo. (Oct. 1, 2018) — The recipients of the 2018 Missouri Honor Medal for Distinguished Service in Journalism will speak about … Continued
School to Host Open House During Mizzou Family Weekend
As part of MU’s Family Weekend activities, the J-School will be hosting an open house at its newsrooms, including the Columbia Missourian. Event Will Be Held on Friday Afternoon, Sept. 21 Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 11, 2018) — The Missouri School of Journalism will host an open house from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday, Sept. … Continued
Journalism School to Host ‘A Conversation on Climate Change’
Radio journalist and podcast producer Amy Martin and writer/author Nathaniel Rich are scheduled to host a joint lecture, “A Conversation on Climate Change,” at 6 p.m. on Sept. 20 in Fisher Auditorium, Gannett Hall. The event is free and open to the public. Amy Martin and Nathaniel Rich Will Discuss Their Work Documenting Effects of … Continued
New York Film Screening and Panel Discussion Focuses on the First Amendment and Freedom of the Press
The future of news and freedom of the press were the topics at a Missouri School of Journalism screening of the documentary “Fight for the First” July 26 at the Scandinavia House in New York City. By Madi Skahill and Savannah Walsh Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 15, 2018) — Alumni, current students and guests of the … Continued
Top Awards and Numerous Paper Presentations Among Missouri’s Highlights at Upcoming Academic Conference
The annual Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication convention will be held in Washington, D.C., Aug. 6-9. Missouri Journalism Dean David Kurpius will host a reception for convention-goers from 7-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 8, in room W107, at the Renaissance Hotel Downtown. The Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication Convention … Continued
J-School Undergraduates Take Time Out to Attend Association for Women in Sports Media Conference
At left, Christina Long, Anne Rogers and Missouri Journalism Associate Professor Elizabeth Frogge at the AWSM Convention in late June. At top-right, Rogers (far left) and other AWSM Scholars in Scottsdale, Arizona. Lower-right, Rogers covering the Colorado Rockies as an associate reporter with MLB.com. Columbia, Mo. (July 29, 2018) — Senior Anne Rogers and sophomore … Continued
Workshop Equips High Schoolers with Investigative Reporting Skills
High school students from across the U.S. took a deep dive into research and reporting during the inaugural Missouri Investigative Journalism Workshop held at the Missouri School of Journalism with support from Investigative Reporters and Editors, which is headquartered at the School. By Jennifer Nelson Columbia, Mo. (June 29, 2018) — A group of high … Continued
Special Public Exhibit Showcases Work of Graduating Photojournalism Students
Graduating photojournalism students were responsible for the entire “Parting Shots 7” exhibit, an annual gallery show which recognizes some of the best work by Missouri students. Planning and mounting the exhibit included editing, toning and printing the selected images. ‘Parting Shots’ Exhibit Now in McDougall Center Gallery in Lee Hills Hall through Sept. 17 By … Continued
Strategic Communication Students Unmask Child Abuse by Planning and Executing Masquerade Ball
Columbia, Mo. (May 2, 2018) — For the past 11 years, Rainbow House has been hosting its annual fundraising Masquerade Ball to raise awareness of child abuse during National Child Abuse Prevention Month. This year, the nonprofit emergency shelter worked with the Missouri School of Journalism’s Events and Promotion class to put on the event. … Continued