Undergraduate
Recent Journalism School graduate Lauren Bishop earns byline on published research paper
Mentor said ‘her ideas and feedback strengthened the research’ By Jennifer Nelson-Pallikkathayil Columbia, Mo. (March 1, 2021) — High performing Missouri School of Journalism undergraduates have the opportunity to contribute to journalism research projects as MU Discovery Fellows. Associate Professor Ryan Thomas recently published research about fake news that Lauren Bishop, BJ ‘20, helped co-author … Continued
As members of the Big ‘M’ of the Midwest, these Missouri School of Journalism students march to a different beat
By Nate Brown Columbia, Mo. (Oct. 15, 2020) — Surely every Missouri School of Journalism student knows this expression: “Wise shall be the bearers of instruments.” It’s engraved in stone over the Journalism Arch, right? OK, I kid. The stone lettering actually reads “Wise shall be the bearers of light.” But for several journalism and … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism welcomes 85 high-achieving Walter Williams Scholars to campus
Now in its 17th year, the Walter Williams Scholars program represents the highest level of student distinction in the J-School. Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 28, 2020) — The Missouri School of Journalism welcomed 85 exceptional students this fall as they begin their studies in journalism and strategic communication as Walter Williams Scholars. The talented students come … Continued
The Missouri School of Journalism joining Mizzou’s Class of 2020 social media celebration
Interact with family, friends, faculty, fellow Tigers and MU alumni on social media as we congratulate the class of 2020. Columbia, Mo. (May 8, 2020) — Missouri School of Journalism spring 2020 graduates will receive a special shout-out as part of Mizzou’s Class of 2020 social media celebration. The 24-hour event will begin at 2 … Continued
Missouri School of Journalism student receives Outstanding Discovery Fellows award for undergraduate research
By Katelynn McIlwain Columbia, Mo. (May 8, 2020) — Jacob LaGesse of Clayton, Missouri, received the Outstanding Discovery Fellows Award in recognition of the research he has been conducting to assist journalists. This award recognizes students who have done exceptional work within the Discovery Fellows Program, an Honors College initiative that pairs students with faculty, … Continued
2020-21 Report for America corps includes May graduates and J-School alums: Journalists will serve in under-covered communities across U.S.
By Nate Brown Columbia, Mo. (April 24, 2020) — Five current Missouri School of Journalism students and five alumnae will join the 2020-21 class of Report for America, which sends journalists to news outlets across the country to report on under-covered issues and communities. RFA is an initiative of The GroundTruth Project. The reporting corps … Continued
12 Journalism Students Selected for Mizzou ’39 Honors
Twelve J-School students were selected for Mizzou ’39, an annual award recognizing 39 outstanding seniors across all majors for their leadership, service and academic achievement throughout their time at the University of Missouri. From top-left, first row: Troy D’Souza, Nnamdi Egwuonwu, Beckie Jaeckels, Mercedes Mackay; second row: Gabri Mays, Matthew Oxendale; third row: Abas Pauti, … Continued
Journalism undergrad co-publishes research in academic journal
Missouri junior Caroline Dade, who admits she likes dense academic reports, says she has enjoyed being able to “bridge a gap” between the journalism industry and academia with her research. For Caroline Dade, research ‘bridges gap’ between academia and journalism industry By Jennifer Nelson Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 6, 2018) — Tucked among the names of … Continued
School Welcomes 50 High-Achieving Walter Williams Scholars to Campus
Now in its 15th year, the Walter Williams Scholars program has helped 771 students capitalize on their potential to become “the best of the best” in journalism and strategic communication. (Not pictured: Joe Butler, Michael Fitzpatrick, Lianna Kowalke, Hannah Sherrow and Allie Widick.) In Addition to Academics, Incoming Freshmen Boast Impressive Achievements in Journalism, Leadership, … Continued
16 Journalism students selected for Mizzou ’39’ Honors
Seniors recognized for their leadership, service and academic achievements Columbia, Mo. (March 8, 2018) — Sixteen Missouri School of Journalism students are among the 39 selected for Mizzou ’39. The award, given by the Mizzou Alumni Association Student Board, recognizes 39 outstanding seniors across all majors for their leadership, service and academic achievement throughout their … Continued