News Releases
Research suggests media should stay away from ‘elite’ sources when discussing COVID-19
Missouri School of Journalism assistant professor Monique Luisi has some advice for local journalists delivering news about vaccines and public health guidelines: keep it local By Austin Fitzgerald Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 27, 2022) — In December 2020, when the FDA began issuing emergency approvals for COVID-19 vaccines, many breathed a sigh of relief. But in … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism professor showing researchers how to talk about broader impacts
Newly-minted AAAS Fellow Susan Renoe is at the center of a movement emphasizing the societal benefits of research Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 26, 2022) — Susan Renoe, an assistant professor of strategic communication at the Missouri School of Journalism, did not begin her career at Mizzou as a faculty member, but she has always been an … Continued
Nine Missouri School of Journalism students selected to contribute to DETOUR, Ron Stodghill’s new multimedia travel magazine
Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 24, 2022) — DETOUR, an innovative publishing startup aimed at a fast-growing market of Black travelers, has selected nine students at the Missouri School of Journalism to work with industry professionals to develop editorial content, social media and brand strategy. The multimedia travel magazine — which plans to launch this spring … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism graduate helping journalists cope with trauma
By Austin Fitzgerald Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 14, 2022) — In April 2013, less than five years after she had earned her bachelor’s degree from the Missouri School of Journalism, Sarah French was on the ground covering the Boston Marathon bombing. As the aftermath of the tragedy unfolded, the traumatic experience of covering the story had … Continued
Alumna Jazmin Burrell makes Forbes 30 Under 30
By Abby Werner Strategic Communication alumna Jazmin Burrell, BJ ‘15, was recently named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 Marketing and Advertising list. She received the honor for the work she does as a creative strategist at social media company Snap Inc., as well as for her boutique creative shop Lizzie Della Creative Strategies. Burrell, … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism’s Washington Program awards first Hurley Scholarship to Keara Shannon
By Austin Fitzgerald Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 18, 2022) — Keara Shannon, a junior at the Missouri School of Journalism, has been selected as the first recipient of the new Curtis B. Hurley Washington Public Affairs Journalism Scholarship. With the help of the $2,500 scholarship, Shannon will spend the spring 2022 semester in the nation’s capital … Continued
Monique Luisi: The making of a Missouri School of Journalism scholar and educator
By Austin Fitzgerald Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 13, 2022) — Monique Luisi awakened to the importance of science communication earlier than most. When she was just four years old, her mother suffered a series of strokes that required an extensive recovery. Young Monique not only motivated her mother to relearn speech and motor skills, but also … Continued
AAF chapter names a new president and vice president
By Abby Werner University of Missouri’s American Advertising Federation (AAF) chapter has a new president and vice president: Lily Williams and Reagan Van Eaton. They will select the rest of their executive board beginning in January. “I am really excited for this next year with AAF,” Van Eaton said. “COVID dependent, we are hoping to … Continued
Shelly Rodgers and the power of communication: The Missouri School of Journalism professor finding the human stories in advertising
Journalism Dean David Kurpius (left) and Commerce Bank Chairman and CEO Teresa Maledy (right) surprised Shelly Rodgers, strategic communication professor, with the news that she received the 2018 William T. Kemper Fellowships for Teaching Excellence. Photo: Nate Brown Columbia, Mo. (Jan. 6, 2022) — Shelly Rodgers’ renowned research works at the convergence of advertising and … Continued
Josh Hayes Scholarship grants new opportunities for incoming journalism students
Josh Hayes (left) and Daniel Pierce tailgating as Mizzou alums. By Kelly Lopez The Missouri School of Journalism prides itself on producing top journalists and strategic communicators. Graduate Josh Hayes of the class of 1999 embodied what a Mizzou Tiger is supposed to be — and more. “Josh was a creative person,” says Dan Pierce, … Continued