Mississippi River Basin Ag and Water Desk to host webinar discussing research on attitudes toward environment, media in the river basin

By Austin Fitzgerald On Nov. 14 at noon, the Missouri School of Journalism’s Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk will host Assistant Professor Kate Rose for a webinar covering her recently announced research into public perceptions of the environment and news media in the river basin. The webinar will be free and open to … Continued

Statehouse Reporting Conference brings journalism faculty from all over country to Missouri School of Journalism

By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 30, 2023) — In late September, about 30 journalism faculty from universities around the country gathered at the Missouri School of Journalism’s Reynolds Journalism Institute to share their knowledge and experiences with statehouse reporting. At a time when coverage of state capitols increasingly falls on the shoulders of nonprofit … Continued

Missouri School of Journalism student pushes her creative boundaries in Barcelona internship

By Drew Dumas COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 26, 2023) — Weaving through clumps of revelers, Maddie Meyers brandished her trusty yellow-topped microphone as she worked her way down the streets of Sitges. It was Carnival and she was tempted to join in the festivities all around her, but she knew she had a job to accomplish … Continued

Missouri School of Journalism releases groundbreaking report on attitudes toward environment, media in Mississippi River Basin

An aerial view of Muscatine, Iowa on the Mississippi River on Monday, September 18, 2023. Aerial support provided by LightHawk. Photo: Nick Rohlman | The Gazette By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 23, 2023) — The Missouri School of Journalism has released first-of-its kind research on the attitudes and environmental awareness of people living in … Continued

From classroom to cooler: Missouri School of Journalism student’s refreshing summer internship at Mark Anthony Brands

By Sydney Perry Before she entered her senior year at the Missouri School of Journalism, Strategic Communication student Danielle Laue searched for an internship that would bring a fresh new angle to her resume. She wanted the chance to show off what she has learned in her textile and apparel management minor along with her … Continued

How leaders communicate with employees sets the tone for a respectful workplace culture

“Leader communication drives respectful culture and behavior that translates into positive employee outcomes,” said Justin F. Willett, program director at the Novak Leadership Institute and lead author of the study. “Leaders need to help employees feel respected as part of the team and recognized for their unique strengths and accomplishments.” University of Missouri study finds … Continued

Reynolds Journalism Institute and SmithGeiger tackle burnout with industry-wide survey

By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 16, 2023) — The Donald W. Reynolds Journalism Institute (RJI) at the Missouri School of Journalism has partnered with respected research firm SmithGeiger for a groundbreaking survey to find solutions to burnout in the news industry. The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete and is available here. An … Continued