College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

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Huskers place third in the National Student Advertising Competition

Apr 28 2024 - 5:45am

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's team placed third at the District 9 American Advertising Federation’s National Student Advertising Competition (NSAC) held in Kansas City on April 19. The regional competitors come from colleges and universities in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas and Missouri. Seven schools competed at this year’s competition. 

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Broadcasting Huskers win four national best of show awards

Aug 22 2023 - 4:30pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications won 16 awards—including four Best of Show—at the 2023 Broadcast Education Association’s On-Location Creative Works Competition.

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Six Huskers win gold at Nebraska Broadcasters Association Pinnacle Awards

Aug 22 2023 - 10:00am

Six Huskers won gold at the 2023 Nebraska Broadcasters Association Pinnacle Awards, along with several CoJMC alumni and incoming first-year students. The winners received their awards during the Nebraska Broadcasters Association annual convention on Wednesday, Aug. 9.

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Veil honored with Nebraska Broadcasters Association Friend to Broadcasters Award

Aug 21 2023 - 4:15pm

Shari Veil, dean of the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, was honored with the Friend to Broadcasters Award at the Nebraska Broadcasters Association (NBA) Hall of Fame Banquet on Tuesday, Aug. 8. The banquet was the opening event at the NBA's 89th annual convention.

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Four Nebraska News Service alums win national Edward R. Murrow Award

Aug 21 2023 - 11:00am

The Nebraska News Service and four recent graduates from UNL's College of Journalism and Mass Communications won the 2023 Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Digital Reporting from the Radio Television Digital News Association.

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Huskers on the Move: August 2023

Aug 18 2023 - 1:00pm

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, Nebraska Broadcasters Association Pinnacle award-winners, various job promotions and more!

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Nebraska's College of Journalism and Mass Communications announces Dean's Advisory Board members

Aug 17 2023 - 2:00pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s College of Journalism and Mass Communications launched a dean’s advisory board that will help the college reach their strategic goals and stay informed on trends in the media and communications world. The 16 board members are experts in their industries and many are members of our alumni family.

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Obituary: Raymond Anthony Metoyer

Aug 7 2023 - 3:45pm

Raymond Anthony Metoyer passed away on July 21 in Atlanta, Georgia after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was 72. He was born on July 10, 1951 in Omaha to Raymond and Lois Metoyer. He graduated from Creighton Prep and the University of Nebraska at Lincoln. He spent his summers working at the family barbecue restaurant - Metoyer's Barbecue.

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Gividen leading Husker esports through new phase

Aug 3 2023 - 1:45pm

Z Gividen, president of Nebraska Esports, is helping make big things happen for the community that’s transformed her college experience.

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High school summer camp fosters students' passion for media and communication

Jul 27 2023 - 3:30pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications reaffirmed its dedication to nurturing young talent in journalism and media by hosting the annual Nebraska High School Press Association (NHSPA) Summer Camp from July 10 to 12, 2023.

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Uribe wins Public Relations Society of America multicultural leadership award

Jul 27 2023 - 10:45am

The Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) Foundation awarded the Ofield Dukes Multicultural Student Award to Valeria Uribe, a junior advertising and public relations and graphic design dual major. The $1,000 award recognizes Uribe’s outstanding leadership and commitment to service and social responsibility.

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