Faculty
Missouri School of Journalism Class Partners with Nokia to Test Its New 808 PureView Phone for Journalism
Device Has the Potential to Be an All-in-One Reporting Tool By Chantel O’Neal Master’s Student Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 5, 2012) — The Missouri School of Journalism’s Emerging Technologies in Journalism class is partnering with Nokia to research the journalistic value and impact of its new 808 PureView phone. The class, taught by Associate Professor Clyde … Continued
Five Missouri Journalism Faculty Receive Promotions, and the School Welcomes Six New Professors for the 2012-13 Academic Year
By Chantel O’Neal Master’s Student Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 4, 2012) — Five faculty members received promotions, and six new professors were welcomed as the Missouri School of Journalism started the 2012-13 year. Those promoted to the academic rank of professor were Charles Davis, a member of the journalism studies faculty; Margaret Duffy, chair of the … Continued
Former Missouri Journalism Dean Honored for Contributions to Journalism and His Alma Mater
Elmer Lower Served as a Television Executive for ABC News, CBS and NBC Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 22, 2012) — Friends of former journalism dean Elmer Lower are quick to note his love of the School that helped launch his remarkable career. Today, thanks to the support of many of those friends and alumni, the Missouri … Continued
Missouri Journalism Faculty, Students and Alumni Earn 19 Top Paper Awards for Peer-Reviewed Research
Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 14, 2012) — Missouri School of Journalism faculty, students and alumni received a total of 19 top awards for peer-reviewed papers at the centennial convention of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. The high honors were earned in 12 of AEJMC’s divisions, interest groups and commissions. Approximately 2,500 mass … Continued
For Young Adults, Appearance Matters More than Health, MU Research Suggests
Research Inspires Interactive Theater, Opens Dialogue By Jesslyn Chew MU News Bureau Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 13, 2012) — When it comes to college-age individuals taking care of their bodies, appearance is more important than health, research conducted at the University of Missouri suggests. María Len-Ríos, an associate professor of strategic communication, Suzanne Burgoyne, a professor … Continued
The AEJMC Newspaper and Online News Division Names Brian Brooks Its Educator of the Year for 2012
By Leslie-Jean Thornton Arizona State University Phoenix (July 25, 2012) — The Newspaper and Online News Division will name Brian S. Brooks, associate dean of the Missouri School of Journalism, its Educator of the Year for 2012 at the national Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication convention in Chicago in August. The award … Continued
A Missouri School of Journalism Professor and Alumni Named Reynolds Journalism Fellows
The 2012-13 Class Will Explore New Industry Tools and Strategies Columbia, Mo. (July 25, 2012) — A Missouri School of Journalism professor and two alumni are among the six leading journalists and industry professionals named to the 2012-13 class of Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Fellows. The group will pursue new online revenue opportunities, social media techniques … Continued
Dean Mills to Be Inducted into Missouri Newspaper Hall of Fame
Columbia, Mo. (June 29, 2012) — Six people, including Dean Mills, professor and dean of the Missouri School of Journalism, will be inducted into the Missouri Newspaper Hall of Fame. The induction program will be Sept. 21 during the 146th annual convention of the Missouri Press Association (MPA) at the Holiday Inn Select in Columbia. … Continued
More Than 400 Key Accomplishments, Awards and Recognitions
Faculty and Students Recognized for Excellence During 2011-12 Academic Year Columbia, Mo. (June 4, 2012) — Missouri School of Journalism students and faculty earned more than 400 top awards, honors and recognitions in writing, design, research, design, strategic communication and other areas during the 2011-12 academic year. The following list outlines these international, national and … Continued
National Network of Religion Sites Fills Gap for Religion News
Websites Hosted by the Missouri School of Journalism By Nathan Hurst MU News Bureau Columbia, Mo. (May 16, 2012) — In recent years, many newspapers have been forced to eliminate religion beat writer positions due to budget cuts, leaving religion news largely uncovered throughout the country. Now, the Religion News Service (RNS), which is headquartered … Continued