Missouri Method
47 Walter Williams Scholars Begin Their Studies at the Missouri School of Journalism
Selection Is By-Invitation-Only to High Ability Students Who Score More Than 33 on the ACT Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 17, 2013) — The Missouri School of Journalism welcomed 47 exceptional students this fall as they began their careers in journalism as Walter Williams Scholars. The talented students come from 14 states, and one is from South … Continued
Journalism Fall Welcome Lets Students Explore Options for Professional Development and Networking
More Than 25 Journalism-Related Organizations to Share Upcoming Events and Activities Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 22, 2013) — Current, new and transfer students interested in studying journalism can explore professional development and networking opportunities during the annual Fall Welcome event sponsored by the Missouri School of Journalism. Representatives of more than 25 journalism-related organizations will be … Continued
Missouri Journalism Students Join White House Press Corps on President’s Visit to the State
Columbia Missourian, KOMU-TV and KBIA-FM Reporters Deliver National News in Real Time to Mid-Missourians Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 8, 2013) — It was – and wasn’t – business as usual when Missouri School of Journalism reporters and photographers covered President Barack Obama’s visit to Warrensburg on July 24. He spoke at the University of Central Missouri … Continued
London Internships Help Missouri Journalism Students Polish Portfolios and Gain First-Hand Global Experiences
Glimpse into Professional Life Excites the Group about Their Futures London (Aug. 7, 2013) — A royal baby’s birth, Wimbledon and West End theatre: All add up to an unforgettable summer for Missouri School of Journalism students studying in London. In May, 18 students began a 12-week internship and study program allowing them to polish … Continued
2 Missouri Students Selected to Serve in the Student Newsroom at the National Convention of the Online News Association
Laura Davison and Allison Prang Were Selected from More Than 100 Applicants Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 6, 2013) — Missouri School of Journalism master’s student Laura Davison, BJ ’13, and senior Allison Prang are among the 20 promising digital journalists selected to serve in the Student Newsroom at national convention of the Online News Association Oct. … Continued
Missouri Journalism Students and Faculty Earn 485 Awards, Honors and Other Recognitions During Recent Academic Year
Columbia, Mo. (June 26, 2013) — Missouri School of Journalism students and faculty earned an impressive 485 top awards, honors and other recognitions during the 2012-13 academic year. Only honors that were selected in competitions sponsored by outside organizations or those external to the School are included in the list. Missouri students and faculty were … Continued
New Placement Survey Shows 99 Percent of Recent Missouri Journalism Graduates Have Paid Employment or Are in Graduate School
Top Job Areas Include Online and Social Media Plus TV and Radio Columbia, Mo. (May 31, 2013) — Almost all – 99 percent – of Missouri School of Journalism undergraduates who earned their bachelor’s degree in 2012 are starting their careers with paid employment or enrollment in a graduate program, according to a new placement … Continued
Missouri Alumni Share Advice with High School Students about College-Level Journalism
Be Persistent, Be Passionate and Build Your Portfolio, the Group Encouraged San Francisco (May 28, 2013) — Five Missouri School of Journalism alumni talked to a packed room of high school students from around the U.S. about what to expect from a college-level journalism program, emphasizing the importance of starting early on developing expertise and … Continued
Famous Footwear Taps MOJO Ad to Reach the Youth and Young Adult Market
Missouri School of Journalism’s Student-Staffed Ad Agency Delivers 3 Campaign Recommendations By Marissa Ferri Public Relations Account Executive MOJO Ad Columbia, Mo. (May 28, 2013) — Famous Footwear, a leading shoe retailer of Brown Shoe Company, challenged MOJO Ad to differentiate their brand from other shoe retailers in the market at the beginning of the … Continued
Magazine Journalism Students Visit Magazine Offices in New York City
By Heather Riske Columbia, Mo. (April 3, 2013) — Missouri School of Journalism students and professors recently traveled to New York City to visit with some of the biggest national titles in the magazine industry. Over two and a half days, the group of 24 students and two professors toured 20 offices and spoke with … Continued