College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

Shari Veil, Jane T. Olson Dean of the College of Journalism and Mass Communications

Dean's Update: April 2024

Apr 16 2024 - 10:30am

We had packed house over the weekend as alums traveled across the country to celebrate the life and legacy of Professor George Tuck. Speakers included CoJMC alums Jennifer Gutierrez (‘90), Mike Theiler (‘76), Julia Dean (‘92), Joel Sartore (‘85) and George and Mary Lynn’s dear friend Sherri Johnson. You can watch the recording of the live stream here.

675 Nebraska high school journalists and teachers meet at UNL for annual convention

Oct 23 2023 - 9:15am

Some 675 students and teachers from 45 Nebraska high schools and a middle school attended the Nebraska High School Press Association fall convention Oct. 16 on the University of Nebraska-Lincoln campus to learn journalism and media skills from professionals, college educators and high school advisers.

Hannah-Kate Kinney named 2023 homecoming royalty finalist

Oct 22 2023 - 10:00am

Hannah-Kate Kinney is one of twenty senior students that have been selected as University of Nebraska–Lincoln homecoming royalty finalists. Kinney is a journalism, advertising and public relations, and broadcasting triple major from Omaha.

The college hosted a lunch for workshop attendees.

Class Intercom collaborates with CoJMC for interactive social media workshop

Oct 20 2023 - 11:00am

Class Intercom, the leading provider of school social media management software, worked with Nebraska’s College of Journalism and Mass Communications for their fourth annual Content Generation Workshop. The student-focused event was held on Wednesday, Oct. 18 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. CT at a combination of in-person locations and was accessible to virtual attendees at schools nationwide.

KRNU sports director broadcasts live from Lincoln, around the country

Oct 14 2023 - 9:15am

As a sports director for KRNU radio, Jacob Schrantz stays busy covering a wide swath of Husker sports while earning opportunities to broadcast for teams around the country.

Nebraska Mosaic students explore Democracy Day in Lincoln

Oct 10 2023 - 10:45am

Students in associate professor of practice Michelle Hassler’s Nebraska Mosaic class— a course focused on reporting for and about diverse audiences—wrote stories about Democracy Day for their first class assignment.

Students invited to meet with accrediting site team

Oct 8 2023 - 8:15am

Since 1954, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications has held the unique distinction of being Nebraska's only accredited journalism and mass communications program. Accreditation, a rigorous evaluation against established standards, underscores our commitment to quality and integrity. This process, undertaken every six years, assures students, parents and the broader community of our unwavering dedication to excellence.

Halloween Costume Contest at the College of Journalism and Mass Communications!

Oct 8 2023 - 6:30am

Get ready for a spooktacular event that will leave you spellbound! The College of Journalism and Mass Communications is thrilled to announce our Halloween Costume Contest for all students, faculty, and staff.

Study highlights use of TikTok to encourage cervical cancer screening

Oct 6 2023 - 3:15pm

TikTok and other short-form video platforms are booming in popularity — for entertainment and for sharing information, including health information. Researchers are currently examining the effects of social media videos, and among them is Ciera Kirkpatrick, assistant professor of advertising and public relations at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Kirkpatrick, who studies the intersection of communication and health, recently turned her scientific eye toward TikTok.

Boys & Girls Club of Lincoln hires former coach, teacher as new CEO

Oct 6 2023 - 3:00pm

CoJMC alumna Dominique Kelley (’12) was recently named CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Lincoln/Lancaster County, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth.

LaSharah S. Bunting joins Lenfest Institute Board of Managers

Oct 6 2023 - 2:15pm

The Lenfest Institute for Journalism’s Board of Managers has voted unanimously to elect LaSharah S. Bunting to the Board. LaSharah is the CEO and Executive Director of the Online News Association, a global membership organization advancing digital journalism, technology, and innovation. She's also a CoJMC alumna ('00), a member of the CoJMC Dean's Advisory Board and a member of the University of Nebraska Foundation Campaign Committee.

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