College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

Naomi Delkamiller, Jenna Ebbers, Joseph Zakaria

News21 Huskers win Webby People’s Voice Award

Apr 29 2024 - 9:30am

The Carnegie-Knight News21 Program at Arizona State University won a People’s Voice Webby Award for “America After Roe.” Three Huskers were involved in the 2023 project: Naomi Delkamiller, a junior journalism and advertising and public relations major from Omaha and alumni Jenna Ebbers (‘23) of Cambridge and Joseph Zakaria (‘22) of Lincoln.

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.

Jacht students strategizing in the AgencyJacht Agency is excited to announce its student crew for the fall 2023 semester. This semester, there are 56 “Jachters,” who represent returning and new students from different backgrounds and majors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL).

Jacht Agency announces new members for fall semester

Oct 3 2023 - 3:45pm

Jacht Agency is excited to announce its student crew for the fall 2023 semester. This semester, there are 56 “Jachters,” who represent returning and new students from different backgrounds and majors at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL).

CoJMC co-sponsors Mobile Me&You journalism and technology conference

Oct 3 2023 - 10:30am

The 2023 MobileMe&You Conference, a journalism and technology conference about mobile media and digital technology best practices, was at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in the National Center for Supercomputing Applications on Friday, Oct. 13. The event is co-sponsored by Nebraska’s College of Journalism and Mass Communications.

Houston Chronicle names Kelly Ann Scott new executive editor

Oct 3 2023 - 9:30am

Kelly Ann Scott, a 1998 graduate from the CoJMC, was recently named the Houston Chronicle's next executive editor. Previously Scott oversaw Alabama's largest digital news site, AL.com and served as editor-in-chief and vice president of content at Alabama Media Group (part of Advance Local). Under her leadership AL.com won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize in local reporting and commentary, among other prestigious awards.

Grant helps students edit, write in more inclusive ways

Oct 2 2023 - 2:15pm

The demonstrated success from Center for Transformational Teaching grant winner Jessica Fargen Walsh shows that embedded videos in Canvas could be a helpful addition for instructors teaching Associated Press style or journalistic writing and editing to expand the perspectives of students. This could also help instructors keep up with the ever-changing nature of editing.

Huskers on the Move: October 2023

Oct 2 2023 - 2:00pm

Congratulations to the CoJMC alumni who have made big strides in their careers. This month's featured alumni include recent graduates who've secured their first full-time jobs, national award-winners and more!

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