College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

Lockyear (left) and Leach (right) hail from Lenexa, Kansas, and Lake Oswego, Oregon, respectively. As out of state students, they each have a special appreciation for NU’s campus that ‘The Final Syllabus’ has helped reinforce.

With ‘Final Syllabus,’ Leach, Lockyear make the most of last semester

May 14 2024 - 12:15pm

Creating a new syllabus wouldn’t typically be everyone’s idea of a perfect sendoff for your final semester in college. What began as an offhanded collection of fun activities became a semester-long challenge for CoJMC senior Katie Lockyear, CBA senior Sarah Leach and friends to end their time at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln with intention and appreciation.

Albanez breaks Guinness World Record

Mar 20 2024 - 3:30pm

Jake Albanez, a 2011 College of Journalism and Mass Communications graduate, set a new world record during the 10th annual Good Life Halfsy held in Lincoln last November and on January 3, 2024, his record-breaking accomplishment was officially certified by Guinness World Records.

Arnot named 2024 Alumni Master

Mar 20 2024 - 2:30pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications announces Charlie Arnot, founder and CEO of Look East and founder of the Center for Food Integrity, as the 2024 Alumni Master. The Alumni Masters program honors UNL Alumni who have demonstrated success and leadership in their fields.

Huskers pick up Omaha Press Club awards

Mar 20 2024 - 11:00am

Five University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications students and one staff member were selected for awards from the Omaha Press Club Foundation for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Nebraska study illuminates social media trap for new moms

Mar 20 2024 - 9:15am

Being a new mom is not glamorous or effortless — no matter what some social media influencers suggest — and the uptick of idealized portrayals online has been shown to have deleterious effects on moms.

Future Huskers receive scholarships from the Nebraska Broadcasters Association

Mar 20 2024 - 7:45am

The Nebraska Broadcasters Association Foundation awarded three future Huskers $1,000 scholarships for the 2024-2025 academic year on March 13.

Garber awarded the Bailey Lauerman Scholarship for Student Opportunity

Mar 15 2024 - 2:15pm

Ariana Garber, a junior advertising and public relations and journalism double major from Papillion, was awarded the Bailey Lauerman Scholarship for Student Opportunity by the College of Journalism and Mass Communications Scholarship Committee on March 4.

Huskers on the Move: March 2024

Mar 8 2024 - 11:30am

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

Marissa Kraus looks across Tom Osborne Field from the media box in Memorial Stadium

Kraus works to advance representation of women in sports media

Mar 7 2024 - 2:30pm

A senior journalism major from Columbia, Missouri, Marissa Kraus is following the path blazed by other female reporters while helping advance the representation of women in sports.

Faculty, staff and students win February awards

Mar 7 2024 - 8:00am

In February, we celebrated numerous achievements of our students, faculty and staff at the College of Journalism and Mass Communications. Bill Doleman was named the February Professor of the Month, Hannah Roebke was awarded the February Student of the Month and Adam Wagler, Haley Hamel and Alisa Smith were selected as the February Not Too Shabby award winners.

UNL to premier 'Running Towards the Fire' documentary on May 1

Mar 7 2024 - 7:30am

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln is proud to announce the May 1 premiere screening of "Running Towards the Fire - A War Correspondent’s Story." The documentary highlights the remarkable efforts of World War II correspondents. Gilbert and Martha Hitchcock Professor of Journalism Barney McCoy directed the film.

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