News Consumption of Political Stories Not Enough to Retain Political Knowledge

Teens Must Think About and Discuss Politics to Learn, MU Study Finds By Nathan Hurst MU News Bureau Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 25, 2012) — A strong democracy depends on smart voters who choose their leaders based on their knowledge of important political issues. One of the ways that Americans learn about politics is by following … Continued

Facebook Profile Pictures Influence Perceived Attractiveness, Journalism Study Finds

Pictures with Positive Social Cues Help Attract Potential Employers, Friends By Nathan Hurst MU News Bureau Columbia, Mo. (Sept. 12, 2012) — Around the world, more than 850 million people use Facebook regularly to communicate. More and more employers also are using Facebook as a way to examine potential employees before making hires. Now, journalism … Continued

Missouri Journalism Faculty, Students and Alumni Earn 19 Top Paper Awards for Peer-Reviewed Research

Columbia, Mo. (Aug. 14, 2012) — Missouri School of Journalism faculty, students and alumni received a total of 19 top awards for peer-reviewed papers at the centennial convention of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication. The high honors were earned in 12 of AEJMC’s divisions, interest groups and commissions. Approximately 2,500 mass … Continued

Missouri School of Journalism Faculty, Students and Alumni Present 106 Papers at International Conference; 19 Earn Top Paper Awards

School’s Role in Founding AEJMC Recognized, and Faculty Elected to Leadership Positions Chicago (Aug. 15, 2012) — Missouri School of Journalism faculty, students and alumni presented a record-breaking 106 peer-reviewed research papers at the recent centennial conference of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication in Chicago. In addition, more than 50 of … Continued

Press Freedom Leads to Happiness, Environmental Quality, Study Finds

Journalism Doctoral Student Says Open Access to Information and Sources Makes the Difference By Nathan Hurst MU News Bureau Columbia, Mo. (August 6, 2012) — Freedom of the press is viewed by many as a cornerstone of democracy. But can it actually help improve people’s lives and make them happy? A researcher at the Missouri … Continued

Journalism Students Produce 10-Part Series on Book Challenges in Missouri’s Public Schools

The “Unfit to Read” Project Provides Hands-on Experience with Sunshine Requests Columbia, Mo. (July 25, 2012) — Graduate and undergraduate students enrolled in a Missouri School of Journalism course have produced a 10-part series about book challenges in the state’s public schools. The investigative report, recently published in the Columbia Missourian, includes three interactive graphics. … Continued

More Than 400 Key Accomplishments, Awards and Recognitions

Faculty and Students Recognized for Excellence During 2011-12 Academic Year Columbia, Mo. (June 4, 2012) — Missouri School of Journalism students and faculty earned more than 400 top awards, honors and recognitions in writing, design, research, design, strategic communication and other areas during the 2011-12 academic year. The following list outlines these international, national and … Continued

Missouri School of Journalism to Test New Digital Newsroom This Summer

‘Missouri Business Alert’ to Benefit State’s Decision Makers on Business Issues Columbia, Mo. (May 17, 2012) — A new digital newsroom will help key business decision-makers in Missouri gain a competitive edge. And the project will give Missouri School of Journalism students another hands-on newsroom opportunity, one that focuses on business journalism. The “Missouri Business … Continued

Missouri School of Journalism Scholars to Participate in Global Research Conference

Faculty, Students and Alumni to Present 23 Papers, Lead Two Sessions Columbia, Mo. (May 16, 2012) — The Missouri School of Journalism scholars will join those from more than 60 counties and the top universities in the world at the upcoming International Communication Association meeting in Phoenix. Faculty, students and alumni will present 23 conference … Continued