News Releases

Taylor Bowman [left] and Ishrat Madiha

RJI Innovation in Focus students begin nationwide media experiments

Taylor Bowman (left) and Ishrat Madiha By Emily Early COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 24, 2025) — Two Missouri School of Journalism students are starting their semesters with the Reynold Journalism Institute’s Innovation in Focus program, working with organizations across the U.S. to implement new strategies and techniques in journalism. The program revolves around a monthly newsletter … Continued

Paanii Annan, BJ ’14, brand director for Nike and Jordan Brand at advertising agency Wieden+Kennedy

‘Love Hurts’ and truth sells: Missouri School of Journalism alum offers students a peek into Nike’s advertising strategy

By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 23, 2025) — This week, Missouri School of Journalism students got a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most coveted accounts in the advertising industry. Paanii Annan, BJ ’14, brand director for Nike and Jordan Brand at storied advertising agency Wieden+Kennedy, met with strategic communication students in a variety … Continued

Najifa Farhat, KBIA health reporter

KBIA welcomes health reporter Najifa Farhat

Farhat will also begin teaching during the upcoming spring semester By Austin FitzgeraldPhoto by Nate Brown COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 8, 2025) — Multimedia journalist Najifa Farhat has joined KBIA-FM, the Missouri School of Journalism’s NPR-member radio station, as its newest health reporter. Her presence further strengthens a team that produces a variety of award-winning podcasts, … Continued

Jorge Ramos, Maria Ressa and John Saunders present master classes at the Missouri School of Journalism.

Honor Medal master classes give students hard-won lessons drawn from legendary careers

By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 2, 2025) — On Sept. 30, three towering figures in journalism and strategic communication gathered at the Missouri School of Journalism to present master classes to students. Jorge Ramos, Maria Ressa and John Saunders would be honored with the 2025 Missouri Honor Medal for Distinguished Service later that evening, … Continued

Connor McHugh standing in front of The Melt Masters food truck

J-School student melts away the competition

By Isabella Trost When Connor McHugh sees a problem, he can’t help but to fix it. So, when this senior noticed a lack of variety on campus in terms of dining, he decided to do something about it by creating a place to serve food for students by students. McHugh’s journey creating his sandwich food … Continued

Nick Mathews

Shuttered opinion pages. Obscene letters to the editor. Researchers at Missouri School of Journalism ask: What does it all mean?

Nick Mathews By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 26, 2025) — The relationship between news and opinion has never been a more hot-button issue. From national news powerhouses to smaller community newspapers, news organizations are re-evaluating how — and if — they publish opinion content. Tracking this trend is a team of researchers led by … Continued

Maggie Bunch, Joey Yancey

Behind the scenes and in the spotlight: Journalism students help drive Mizzou Homecoming

Photo: Katherine Schnelle By Isabella Trost With over 100 years of experience, the University of Missouri prides itself on being the first and the finest in terms of Homecoming celebrations. Because Mizzou’s standards are high when it calls alumni home, students work tirelessly to help create the best experience for everyone involved. Mizzou Homecoming takes … Continued

Columbia Missourian

Missourian wins 45 awards at 2025 Missouri Press Association contest

By Mackenzie Leece COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 19, 2025) — The Columbia Missourian won 45 awards in the 2025 Missouri Press Association Better Newspaper Contest, announced Saturday during the annual Missouri Press Association convention in Wildwood. The Missourian placed first in 17 categories, second in 10 categories and third in 18 categories. Here is the list … Continued