College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

Obituary: JL (John) Schmidt

Apr 23 2024 - 11:30am

JL (John) Schmidt, 77, was born December 20, 1946, in Scottsbluff, Nebr., and passed to eternity April 21, 2024. A Scottsbluff native and 1976 University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism graduate, Schmidt began his newspaper career at The Daily Nebraskan in 1966. He worked as a reporter, copy editor, business manager and night news editor.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Nebraska’s PRSSA chapter receives national Star Chapter Award

Jul 27 2023 - 10:45am

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) Chapter received the 2023 Star Chapter Award from PRSSA National for its excellence in programming and service. The award is considered the gold standard for college-level chapters striving to achieve excellence.

Dean's Update: July 2023

Jul 27 2023 - 10:00am

I am delighted to share the first few installments from our new Campus Voices Futures Series on 90.3 KRNU. This series profiles alumni who are building incredible careers in our fields and have their fingers on the pulse of where our professions are going next. This month, the legendary Rick Alloway interviewed Josh Planos, Brittany Jones-Cooper, Tia Newcomer, Emily Doskow, Juan Perez, Jr. and Dionne Searcey. Check out their interviews to learn more about these superstar alums!

Students spend time together even after leaving the Andersen Hall for the day

Future huskers explore digital media and esports during Big Red Summer Camps

Jul 24 2023 - 10:45am

From June 11 to June 16, UNL's College of Journalism and Mass Communications hosted the Big Red Summer Camps with the Nebraska 4-H program. High school students and recent graduates attended the camp to explore career paths in digital media and esports. Under the guidance of CoJMC faculty and staff members and student ambassadors, the campers practiced professional media creator skills.

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