College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

Vern Powers, '84, CEO of Hastings Industrial Manufacturing, received the Jeff Vaske Service in Entrepreneurship Award.

Powers honored with Jeff Vaske Service in Entrepreneurship Award

Apr 26 2024 - 12:30pm

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln celebrated eight entrepreneurs from across the state and beyond who positively impact the future of entrepreneurship. CoJMC alum Vern Powers ('84), CEO of Hastings Industrial Manufacturing, was honored with a new award, the Jeff Vaske Service in Entrepreneurship Award.

Thompson Forum, with theme ‘Uprooted,’ opens Sept. 18

Sep 6 2023 - 3:30pm

The 35th season of the E.N. Thompson Forum on World Issues at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln will feature three mainstage speakers, as well as a youth panel.

Kirkpatrick welcomed as first guest on new Nebraska Extension podcast

Sep 6 2023 - 1:30pm

Dr. Ciera Kirkpatrick, an assistant professor of advertising and public relations in the CoJMC, was the first guest on Nebraska Extension's new podcast, "The Good Life in Early Life." The series will highlight Nebraska's research on early care and youth education.

The Society of Professional Journalists selects Jill Martin for Distinguished Teaching in Journalism Award

Sep 5 2023 - 2:00pm

The Society of Professional Journalists has chosen Jill Martin as recipient of the Distinguished Teaching in Journalism Award. Martin is an assistant professor at the College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Obituary: Jessica Kennedy-Matthews

Aug 31 2023 - 3:30pm

Jessica passed away on August 28, 2023, in Dublin, Ireland, with her beloved husband, Scott, by her side. Jess and Scott were nearing the end of a wonderful road trip through Ireland when Jess suddenly fell ill and later died in a Dublin hospital.

Lindsay Krause goes in for a kill. Photo by Scott Bruhn, Nebraska Communications.

If you see it: Husker volleyball gave state new role models

Aug 31 2023 - 3:30pm

Sports media and communications alum Abby Barmore wrote an her last article for the Nebraska News Service about the Husker volleyball program and Husker volleyball player Lindsay Krause before graduating in December 2021. A version of the article was published in Nebraska Today to promote Nebraska Volleyball Day.

Experience Lab launches Production House

Aug 31 2023 - 8:00am

In the fall of 2023, the College of Journalism and Mass Communications Experience Lab proudly introduced Production House, a dynamic addition to its roster of student-led agencies. Production House offers videography, photography and live-streaming services to clients in the Lincoln community.

Dean's Update: August 2023

Aug 24 2023 - 8:45am

I love the start of the fall semester. The energy and excitement even cuts through the steamy 100+ degree heat we’ve been experiencing in Nebraska! We are so excited for the start of a new semester and to introduce you to the five new faculty and new director of academic advising starting this academic year.

Five faculty and one new staff member join Nebraska's College of Journalism and Mass Communications

Aug 23 2023 - 10:45am

Five faculty and one new staff member joined CoJMC, starting in the 2023-24 academic year: assistant professor of practice, Kristian Anderson; assistant professor of practice and Deepe Family Chair in Depth Reporting, Chris Graves; assistant professor in media law, Dr. Michael K. Park; assistant professor in sports media and communication, Dr. Ryan Tan; assistant professor and Deepe Family Chair in Depth Reporting, Dr. Linda White; and director of advising, Alisa Smith.

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.

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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