Location: Arizona
Sally Franklin Kur
Sally Kur, BJ ’66, always had a passion for writing. Her work on her high school yearbook gave her the idea to study journalism instead of nursing in college. Kur’s decision to attend the Missouri School of Journalism had a profound impact on her life in ways other than journalism. There were the hands-on opportunities … Continued
Diana White Vowels
How did you get interested in journalism? In high school I worked on the school yearbook because I was really interested in design. What was your first job, and how did you get it? I was actually recruited on the MU campus by Gannett for an advertising sales position. I started at The Desert Sun … Continued
Nancy Newton
What do you do? I’m a vice president/account supervisor of public relations at Cramer-Krasselt. In this role, I work with local and national companies to develop and implement public relations strategies that bring them visibility in consistent and meaningful ways while positively impacting their business objectives. Best professional lesson? Speak up. Do not assume anything. … Continued
Barbara Kain
Why did you choose the Missouri School of Journalism? My high school journalism adviser encouraged me to attend. She said it was the best journalism school in the country. I earned a scholarship, and as long as I had the money, I could attend. What was your first job, and how did you get it? … Continued
Amy Grimes
Why did you choose the Missouri School of Journalism? I lived in Missouri, but regardless, it was the best journalism school. I wanted to do sports public relations. How did you get your first job, and where do you work now? I started out as a freelancer, covering high school sports for the Suburban Journals … Continued
Tanya Collins
Why did you choose the Missouri School of Journalism? I wanted to be a journalist when I graduated from high school in Japan. My dad said to choose the best school for journalism. That’s how I wound up at Mizzou. What was your first job, and how did you get it? I applied to three newspapers … Continued
Jeff Buhai
Life is all about having fun and doing as many things as possible for Jeff Buhai, BJ ’69. He did not want to live with the regret of missing new professional opportunities or exploring uncharted territory. A born storyteller, Buhai began to chase his dream of becoming a journalist while attending a summer journalism program … Continued
Howard Alexander
What do you do? For the past five years I have been running a speakers’ bureau for a three-hospital medical center in Scottsdale, Ariz. I arrange for medical experts to discuss health and wellness topics with local civic groups. You might say I’m the “casting director” for the hospital system. How did you get your … Continued