Events
Missouri School of Journalism to host pair of international journalists for Smith/Patterson science journalism lecture
Harriet Constable and Jacob Kushner will talk about their work investigating potential causes of the next pandemic. Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 13, 2021) — The Missouri School of Journalism is hosting two renowned journalists for a talk about their latest project, a globe-trotting investigation for the BBC into six viruses that could cause the next pandemic. … Continued
Missouri journalism faculty, graduate students and alumni to present at AEJMC 2021 virtual conference
Columbia, Mo. (July 27, 2021) — Missouri School of Journalism faculty, students and alumni will present 70 peer-reviewed research papers at the virtual Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication conference, Aug.4-7. Among the top awards: AEJMC Equity & Diversity Award awarded to University of Missouri School of Journalism. 2021 Paul J. Deutschmann Award … Continued
Journalism students gain hands-on event planning experience with Scripps Regional Spelling Bee
Columbia, Mo. (May 18, 2021) — The annual Scripps Spelling Bee, hosted by the Columbia Missourian on March 24, looked different this year. Associate Professor Elizabeth Stephens and her students in the Event Planning and Promotion class were able to execute an in-person Bee that mid-Missouri third through eighth grade students will never forget. Although … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism to recognize 403 candidates at May graduation ceremonies
There will be two ceremonies to celebrate this year’s class due to COVID-19 precautions. Columbia, Mo. (May 11, 2021) — The Missouri School of Journalism will recognize its May and August 2021 graduates in two in-person ceremonies on Sunday, May 16. Both ceremonies will take place at Mizzou Arena. Students whose last name begins with A … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism hosting virtual high school summer workshops June 28 – 30
Students are able to choose either a journalism or strategic communication track for the three-day experience. Columbia, Mo. (April 21, 2021) – High school students from around the nation are able to discover the fast-paced world of professional journalism and strategic communication during two summer high school workshops. The three-day experience will be held virtually June … Continued
School of Journalism to recognize students in-person at May 16 graduation ceremony
Two ceremonies will take place to keep graduates and guests safe. Columbia, Mo. (March 16, 2021) — The Missouri School of Journalism will recognize its May and August 2021 graduates in two ceremonies on Sunday, May 16. Both ceremonies will take place at Mizzou Arena. Students whose last name begins with A – L will … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism to host NPR health correspondent Rhitu Chatterjee, MA ’07
Chatterjee to give spring Smith/Patterson science journalism lecture, will talk about how she approaches reporting on mental health issues. Columbia, Mo. (Marcxh 9, 2021) — Rhitu Chatterjee, MA ’07, a health correspondent with NPR, will talk to students and faculty about how she covers mental health issues and why compassion and data are equally important tools in … Continued
Pictures of the Year competition judging kicks off Feb. 16 in record-breaking year
POY77 Daily Life Picture Story Award of Excellence: Aristide Economopoulos by Jennifer Nelson-Pallikkathayil It’s a year like none other for the 78th annual Pictures of the Year judging competition, which kicks off Feb. 16 with almost double the amount of judges as normal, virtual judging and a record breaking number of photos submitted. Entrants submitted … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism to recognize 105 students for December commencement
Interact with family, friends, faculty, fellow Tigers and MU alumni on social media as we congratulate the class of 2020. Columbia, Mo. (Dec. 4, 2020) — The Missouri School of Journalism will recognize 105 students on Friday, Dec. 18 during Mizzou’s social media celebration for December 2020 graduates. The celebration will be taking place on … Continued
11 journalism students, 1 professor inducted into secret societies during annual Tap Day
Selection is based on scholarship, leadership and service. Columbia, Mo. (May 12, 2020) — Eleven Missouri School of Journalism students and one professor were tapped into four secret honorary societies during the 93rd annual Tap Day. Due to COVID-19, this year’s reveals were done via videos. Tap Day is an annual spring event that recognizes … Continued