Faculty
AEJMC 2026: Missouri School of Journalism takes center stage in New Orleans
From newsroom crisis management and the ethical boundaries of AI to the future of local journalism, scholars from the Missouri School of Journalism are set to lead the global conversation at the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) Annual Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana, Aug. 5–8. Faculty, students and alumni will present … Continued
Lisa Krantz, Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist, joins Missouri School of Journalism faculty
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 24, 2026) — Pulitzer Prize-winning photojournalist Lisa Krantz, Ph.D. ’24, is the newest assistant professional practice professor at the Missouri School of Journalism. Beginning Aug. 1, she will draw on more than 25 years of experience as a photojournalist to teach visual journalism to the next generation of students. … Continued
Fred Anklam named Hurley Chair in Public Affairs Reporting at Missouri School of Journalism
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 21, 2026) — Pulitzer Prize-winning Assistant Professor Fred Anklam is the new Curtis B. Hurley Chair in Public Affairs Reporting at the Missouri School of Journalism. In this role, he will lead efforts to help students gain hands-on experience in four levels of public affairs journalism: local government in … Continued
Jared Schroeder named Lee Hills Chair in Free-Press Studies at Missouri School of Journalism
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (July 21, 2026) — The Missouri School of Journalism has named Professor Jared Schroeder the Lee Hills Chair in Free-Press Studies. An expert in First Amendment law and its applications in the age of AI, Schroeder steps into a major role supporting preservation and public awareness of a free press … Continued
Joy Jenkins co-authors U.S. page of 2026 Reuters Institute Digital News Report
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (June 17, 2026) — Missouri School of Journalism Associate Professor Joy Jenkins has once again co-authored the U.S. page of the annual Reuters Institute for the Study of Journalism Digital News Report, now in its 15th edition. Jenkins has co-authored the report with the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid’s Lucas … Continued
Sungkyoung Lee Honored with University of Missouri Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 13, 2026) — Sungkyoung Lee, an associate professor at the Missouri School of Journalism, has received the Chancellor’s Award for Outstanding Research and Creative Activity. The campus-wide award celebrates mid-career faculty who have made significant contributions to their fields through rigorous inquiry. In Lee’s case, the award honors the … Continued
Barbara Cochran to be presented with honorary degree during Missouri School of Journalism’s May commencement
By Austin Fitzgerald Editor’s note (May 15, 2026): Barbara Cochran is unable to attend this year’s commencement ceremony. We look forward to rescheduling so she can receive her honorary degree at a future celebration. COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 12, 2026) — The University of Missouri will award an honorary Doctorate of Humane Letters to Barbara Cochran, … Continued
Elizabeth Frogge and Robin Nichols honored with O.O. McIntyre and Amy Lenk Awards from Missouri School of Journalism
The Missouri School of Journalism has announced the recipients of its 2026 annual awards for teaching and staff excellence. Professor Elizabeth Frogge has been awarded the prestigious O.O. McIntyre Professorship for Teaching Excellence, and Robin Nichols, Events Coordinator, has received the Amy Lenk Staff Excellence Award. Both awards were presented during the School’s monthly faculty … Continued
In photos: Missouri School of Journalism students and faculty tapped into Mizzou’s secret honorary societies
Allie Pramberger smiles during her induction into Omicron Delta Kappa at Mizzou’s Tap Day. A national leadership honor society, ODK recognizes upperclassmen who excel in scholarship, athletics, campus or community service, social and religious activities, and journalism, speech and the mass media. On April 24, seven Missouri School of Journalism students, two faculty members and … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism Professor Marty Steffens wins SABEW’s highest honor, the 2026 Distinguished Achievement Award
Martha “Marty” Steffens, a professor at the Missouri School of Journalism, has been named the 2026 recipient of the Distinguished Achievement Award from the Society for Advancing Business Editing and Writing (SABEW), the organization’s highest individual honor. The Distinguished Achievement Award was established in 1993 to recognize individuals who have made a significant impact on … Continued