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Watchdog Writers Group fellow Ted Genoways explains how to work with vulnerable sources
The award-winning investigative journalist and author of six books shared his experiences reporting on poor working conditions in the US food system By Maggie LeBeau Ted Genoways first became interested in the meatpacking industry through stories his grandfather told him about working in the Omaha stockyards. His interest as a child turned into an obsession. … Continued
New scholarship supports future television sports journalists, honors legacy of late KOMU Sports Director Ben Arnet
Ben Arnet with wife, Nicole, and daughter, Lyla By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (March 30, 2026) — The Missouri School of Journalism has announced the Ben Arnet Memorial Scholarship in Television Sports Journalism, which will support students studying television sports reporting and production. The annual scholarship honors Arnet, BJ ’03, who served for five years … Continued
Mizzou alumna blends skiing and storytelling into a career
From the Missouri School of Journalism to the world’s steepest slopes, Erin Spong’s journey shows how a Mizzou education can launch into an extraordinary, unconventional career March 17, 2026Contact: Eric StannPhotos courtesy Brooks Curran/Nordica The freedom that Erin Spong finds standing on top of a 10,000-foot mountain mirrors what she discovered at the University of … Continued
How Mizzou is helping mentor the next generation of sports broadcasters
Mizzou students interested in play-by-play announcing gather to learn more about the profession. This semester, John Anderson is sharing his industry insights, connections and experience in play-by-play announcing and sports broadcasting with Missouri School of Journalism students By Eric Stann Contact: Eric StannPhotos courtesy of John Anderson Later this week, the sounds of March Madness … Continued
Inaugural Method M Film Fund grants go to 13 alumni of Murray Center for Documentary Journalism
Nearly $250,000 in grants supports film productions where alumni of the center serve in key roles By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (March 16, 2026) — Thirteen alumni of the Missouri School of Journalism’s Murray Center for Documentary Journalism have received grants for their film productions from the center’s revolutionary new Method M Film Fund. Powered … Continued
Women of Mizzou: From the J-School to careers fueled by a passion for storytelling
By Helton Walker You never know where a journalism career will take you. As Co-President for Women in Media and a member of the Honors College, I have fallen in love with the inherently interdisciplinary aspect of journalism–researching stories, developing campaigns and incorporating storytelling into topics ranging from business to medicine to engineering. I particularly … Continued
Lorraina Scolaro completes fourth study abroad experience, tied for most by a Mizzou student
By Jack Toal University of Missouri graduate student Lorraina Scolaro has become a global nomad, having now completed four programs through the J-School’s Global Programs — tying the unofficial record for the most study abroad experiences by a Mizzou J-School student. Her international coursework and internships have taken her across three continents, shaping both her … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism student wins Top Student Paper at AEJMC Southeast Colloquium for third year in a row
Anna Sago (left) and Jared Schroeder Associate Professor Jared Schroeder also won the conference’s Top Faculty Paper award in the law and policy division By Austin Fitzgerald For the third straight year, a Missouri School of Journalism student has won the Top Student Paper award in the law and policy division at the AEJMC Southeast … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism students celebrated as Mizzou 18 and Mizzou ‘39 honorees
By Sara Mearns COLUMBIA, Mo. (Mar. 9, 2026) — Thirteen Missouri School of Journalism students were announced as Mizzou 18 and Mizzou ‘39 awardees on Wednesday evening during the annual reveal ceremony at the University of Missouri’s Traditions Plaza. The Mizzou 18 and Mizzou ‘39 awards, established in 2005 by the Mizzou Alumni Association Student … Continued
From Mizzou to the big screen: Alumnus debuts film at True/False Film Fest
Filmmakers discuss their film on stage at the Missouri Theater at the 2023 True/False Film Fest. Jj Measer adds his name to short list of Murray Center alumni to screen a film at the nation’s premier documentary festival By Cary Littlejohn Contact: Cary LittlejohnPhoto by Mizzou Visual Productions Through its Jonathan B. Murray Center for … Continued