College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

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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.

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.

3 Husker journalists part of RFK Award-winning team

Class Intercom collaborates with CoJMC for interactive social media workshop

KRNU sports director broadcasts live from Lincoln, around the country

Nebraska Mosaic students explore Democracy Day in Lincoln

Students invited to meet with accrediting site team

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

Study highlights use of TikTok to encourage cervical cancer screening

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

LaSharah S. Bunting joins Lenfest Institute Board of Managers

Jacht Agency announces new members for fall semester

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

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