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2024: The year in review
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Dec. XX, 2024) — In 2024, the Missouri School of Journalism was a stronger force than ever in hands-on education, community journalism and impactful research. “This year, we gained even more momentum in moving the industry forward as a school rooted not only in the philosophy of learning by doing, … Continued
Chasing news, shaping policies
With help from the Missouri Method, Olivia Gyapong of Silver Spring, Maryland, is turning her passion for journalism and politics into a dream career Contact: Janese Heavin, heavinj@missouri.edu When University of Missouri senior Olivia Gyapong was exploring colleges, she had an ambitious wish list. She wanted a top-tier journalism program, hands-on experience, research opportunities and … Continued
Discovering his story
Brandon Jenkins-Haynes leveraged the Missouri Method to hone his skills, craft his beat and prepare for success beyond graduation Contact: Janese Heavin, heavinj@missouri.edu Brandon Jenkins-Haynes will graduate this month from the University of Missouri with a degree in journalism and an impressive portfolio of professional work. This past summer, Jenkins-Haynes completed the Rick Hummel Internship … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism to recognize 62 students at Dec. 13 graduation ceremony
The Missouri School of Journalism will recognize 62 students at the 4:30 p.m. commencement ceremony on Friday, Dec. 13, in Jesse Auditorium. Seating is open and no tickets are required. A link to a live stream of the ceremony will be available on the MU Graduation and Commencement Live Streaming page. Graduate degrees will be awarded to … Continued
Exploring creativity and collaboration with the Visual Communications Club
By Maggie Pelter For aspiring designers, experienced artists and even those who simply appreciate the beauty of good design, the Visual Communications Club (VCC) at the Missouri School of Journalism offers a space for students to hone their creative skills. Led by Isaac Lewis, the club’s co-founder and president, VCC strives to inspire and connect … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism’s Amy Simons inspires new generation of storytellers
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 21, 2024) — Amy Simons was in fourth grade when she realized she wanted to be a storyteller. It was 1987 in Chicago and the city’s first Black mayor, Harold Washington, had died in office, triggering widespread speculation in the media and among the public about the cause of … Continued
Mizzou’s Homecoming 2024: Strategic Communication students lead celebrations, combining tradition with real-world experience
By Maggie Pelter Mizzou’s annual Homecoming celebration, taking place October 19-21, will see the parade, campus decorations, and community service events filling the week capped off by the football game between the Tigers and Auburn. At the heart of these traditions lies the student-led Homecoming Steering Committee, responsible for coordinating every detail of the festivities. … Continued
Bringing Marching Mizzou to you
Taylor Holmes, left, accompanies Sam Mohler and Madeleine Cerneka to the sidelines in preparation of capturing Marching Mizzou’s halftime performance during Mizzou’s football game on Sept. 14, 2024, on Faurot Field. Mohler is director of digital media and communications for Marching Mizzou. By Benjamin MillerPhotos by Nate Brown COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 19, 2024) — One … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism broadcast graduate to work full-time in Chicago Cubs control room
Ethan Levy caught the reaction of the Mizzou Men’s Basketball team as they learned they were the No. 7 seed in the NCAA South Region on March 12, 2023. By Benjamin Miller COLUMBIA, Mo. (May 9, 2024) — Broadcast major Ethan Levy will be one out of the 380 undergraduate students recognized during the Missouri … Continued
J-School commencement ceremony on Friday, May 10, at Mizzou Arena
Download the program for Commencement 2024 The Missouri School of Journalism will recognize May and August graduates at its 7 p.m. commencement ceremony on Friday, May 10, at Mizzou Arena on the University of Missouri campus. Seating is open and no tickets are required. Guests can enter the arena for seating at 6:30 p.m. Graduate degrees will be awarded … Continued