College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

Shari Veil, Jane T. Olson Dean of the College of Journalism and Mass Communications

Dean's Update: April 2024

Apr 16 2024 - 10:30am

We had packed house over the weekend as alums traveled across the country to celebrate the life and legacy of Professor George Tuck. Speakers included CoJMC alums Jennifer Gutierrez (‘90), Mike Theiler (‘76), Julia Dean (‘92), Joel Sartore (‘85) and George and Mary Lynn’s dear friend Sherri Johnson. You can watch the recording of the live stream here.

Apply for the Sharon Begley Science Reporting Fellowship

Apr 7 2023 - 4:00pm

The Sharon Begley Science Reporting Fellowship was launched in 2021 with the goal of diversifying the ranks of science and health journalists and fostering better coverage of science that is relevant to all people. It is a year-long $75k (with health benefits) reporting fellowship for early-career journalists.

Arts for All at the Lied Center

Apr 7 2023 - 3:45pm

Did you know that UNL students can get free and half-price tickets at the Lied Center for Performing Arts? Our Arts for All program makes unique, award-winning shows accessible to you for a great value right on campus! All you need is your NUID, and you can get 2 free or half-price tickets to most of the shows at the Lied.

Alumni Spotlight: Holly Hanau

Apr 7 2023 - 12:30pm

Holly Hanau graduated from CoJMC in May 2019. A few months later, she moved to Madrid, Spain and taught English in a primary school as a North American Language and Culture Assistant. In February 2020, Holly launched her freelance copywriting career while working as an au pair and traveling around Europe. In May 2021, she joined the Berlin Boss Babes team (a female empowerment group) as their community and events manager. Today Holly's an account manager for an affiliate marketing agency and works remotely in France. She just launched a travel blog called Alta Adventures to share her experiences living abroad so that others can do the same. Follow Holly's adventures on her blog or her Instagram.

From left: Jill Martin, assistant professor of practice, Ken Fischer, assistant professor of practice, Avery Lewis, junior broadcasting major, Hallie Gutzweiller, senior broadcasting major, Barney McCoy, professor, Kaci Richter, assistant professor of practice, Alaina Tomesh, junior broadcasting major and Shari Veil, dean and professor.

Huskers shine at 2023 Eric Sevareid Awards

Apr 7 2023 - 9:30am

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications is proud to announce its students won several prestigious 2023 Eric Sevareid Awards for their exceptional work in broadcast journalism.

CoJMC student Naomi Delkamiller and 2023 Alumni Master Jane Olson

Tenhulzen Olson engages with students throughout Alumni Masters week

Apr 6 2023 - 1:45pm

Jane Tenhulzen Olson, international human rights activist, was honored as the 2023 CoJMC Alumni Master, during Masters Week from March 22-24. Alumni Masters Week is a program sponsored by the Nebraska Alumni Association (NAA), the Student Alumni Association Board of Directors and the UNL Chancellor's Office. During Masters Week, outstanding alumni return to campus to share their experiences and knowledge with students.

From Left: Assistant Professor of Practice Ken Fischer, Assistant Professor of Practice Kaci Richter, junior broadcasting major Alaina Tomesh, junior broadcasting major Avery Lewis and Assistant Professor of Practice Jill Martin accept the College of Journalism and Mass Communications Mark of Excellence Awards at the Midwest Broadcast Journalists Association Conference on March 31, 2023, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Huskers win big in SPJ Mark of Excellence competition

Apr 3 2023 - 3:15pm

The UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications is thrilled to announce that current and former students recently won numerous awards in the Society of Professional Journalists Mark of Excellence Region 7 Awards competition.

Four CoJMC students inducted into the 2023-24 Mortar Board class

Apr 3 2023 - 2:45pm

Four College of Journalism and Mass Communications students were inducted into the 2023-24 Mortar Board class on April 1 at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s annual Ivy Day ceremonies.

Seline Lecture features Jenna Johnson, Washington Post deputy democracy editor

Apr 3 2023 - 11:00am

The UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications featured Jenna Johnson, deputy democracy editor for the Washington Post, at the 2023 Seline Lecture. The talk, “Deepening polarization, rampant misinformation and the erosion of democracy in the United States,” took place on Tuesday, April 11 on UNL’s City Campus.

Lecturer and UNL esports coach Ahman Green inducted into Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame

Apr 2 2023 - 7:45am

University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications lecturer and esports coach Ahman Green was inducted into the Wisconsin Athletic Hall of Fame on April 1, 2023.

Diane Brayton, EVP and General Counsel for the New York Times, to speak at UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications

Mar 30 2023 - 4:30pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications welcomed Diane Brayton as the Hearst Visiting Professional on April 4, 2023. Brayton, the executive vice president and general counsel for the New York Times, spoke to four different journalism and mass communications classes during her visit.

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