Research
The School of Journalism faculty’s research takes many forms and covers a wide variety of topics in both journalism and strategic communication.
A leader in journalism education and research, the School of Journalism faculty are on the cutting edge of research.
The School has consistently ranked nationally for research publications and submissions. Our faculty and students publish high-impact research in top scholarly publications.
And the School of Journalism is backed by the support of the University of Missouri, a research-intensive university and one of only 34 public U.S. universities selected for membership in the prestigious American Association of Universities (and one of only two Missouri institutions to be selected).
Research Areas
The School of Journalism faculty and students have particular expertise in four evolving research areas:
Research News
- Mar 07, 2024: Missouri School of Journalism students showcase research at conferences around the country
- Feb 20, 2024: Lawmakers wander into news deserts
- Jan 25, 2024: How are communicators really using AI? Missouri School of Journalism’s Jon Stemmle has answers
- Jan 10, 2024: Nick Mathews study of Facebook vs. community newspapers lands in acclaimed Digital Journalism journal
- Jan 03, 2024: Missouri School of Journalism’s Damon Kiesow publishes first-ever textbook on news product management
- Dec 14, 2023: Informing the public about the risks of cannabis
- Nov 08, 2023: Mississippi River Basin Ag and Water Desk to host webinar discussing research on attitudes toward environment, media in the river basin
- Oct 23, 2023: Missouri School of Journalism releases groundbreaking report on attitudes toward environment, media in Mississippi River Basin
- Oct 19, 2023: How leaders communicate with employees sets the tone for a respectful workplace culture
- Oct 16, 2023: Reynolds Journalism Institute and SmithGeiger tackle burnout with industry-wide survey