MU alumni give back to journalism students through clothing donations

Professional clothes helps student broadcasters match industry standards as they gain hands-on experience By Jennifer Nelson Columbia, Mo. (Dec. 1, 2020) — Knowing how expensive it is to buy professional clothes such as blazers and slacks for first broadcasting jobs inspired countless Missouri School of Journalism alumni to step up and help provide students professional … Continued

Journalism Associate Professor Cristina Mislán awarded the 2020 Provost’s Award for University Citizenship in Faculty Service

Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 24, 2020) — Journalism Associate Professor Cristina Mislán has been awarded the 2020 Provost’s Award for University Citizenship in Faculty Service. The award carries with it a $1,000 prize and is awarded annually to recognize MU faculty for distinguished service, who have made exceptional contributions to achieving one or more goals of … Continued

Journalism Professor David Herzog awarded the 2020 Provost’s Award for Leadership in International Education

Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 24, 2020) — Journalism Professor David Herzog has been awarded the 2020 Provost Award for Leadership in International Education. The award carries with it a $1,000 prize and recognizes MU faculty who have provided outstanding leadership in strengthening MU’s international dimensions. “It’s an honor to be recognized and join the roster of … Continued

Missouri School of Journalism’s ‘Missouri Method’ going strong during 2020 general election

By Jennifer Nelson Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 23, 2020) — The hands-on Missouri Method was in full swing during the 2020 general election as students across Missouri School of Journalism’s professional newsrooms worked many hours to bring election results to mid-Missouri. Some traveled to various parts of the state including Springfield, Missouri, to report on Governor … Continued

Journalism Associate Professor Amy Simons awarded a Reynolds Faculty Fellowship

Annual endowment is used for salary supplement and support for teaching and research. Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 13, 2020) — Missouri School of Journalism Associate Professor Amy Simons has been selected to receive a Reynolds Faculty Fellowship award. These unique fellowships provide support for scholarship and research, in addition to salary enhancements, in recognition of high-quality … Continued

Mizzou NSAC has a new match

By Zach Taylor Columbia, Mo. (Nov. 4, 2020) — The Missouri School of Journalism’s National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC) swiped right and found its newest soulmate. This school year, the team of students is matched with Tinder, a popular dating app. Tinder, which was started on a college campus in 2012, is a place where … Continued

KBIA-FM takes home first ‘Overall Excellence in Small Market Radio’ in National Edward R. Murrow Award wins

Student-produced podcast also wins top award Columbia, Mo. (Oct. 21, 2020) — KBIA-FM won the 2020 National Edward R. Murrow Award for “Overall Excellence in Small Market Radio” for the first time in the station’s history. The NPR-affiliate also received an award for “Podcast, Small Market Radio” for its “Show Me the State: Legend of … Continued