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.

Park joins CoJMC as assistant professor of media law

Jan 12 2024 - 1:30pm

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications welcomes Michael K. Park as an assistant professor of media law beginning in January 2024.

Checkout Room rules, hours and processes for Spring 2024

Jan 10 2024 - 3:15pm

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications has made important updates to the Checkout Room rules, hours, and special request procedures for the upcoming Spring 2024 semester.

Obituary: George Edward Tuck

Jan 8 2024 - 1:15pm

Retired University of Nebraska professor George Tuck died December 14, 2023 as a result of Alzheimer’s at Country House Residence for memory care in Lincoln Nebraska. He was 81.

Jones named Fred A. and Gladys Seaton Professor

Jan 4 2024 - 11:30am

Valerie Jones, an associate professor of advertising and public relations at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications, was named the Fred A. and Gladys Seaton Professor by the University of Nebraska Board of Regents on Jan. 2.

Nine students named to All-Academic Big Ten Team

Jan 2 2024 - 6:00pm

The Big Ten named nine University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications students to the 2023 Fall Academic All-Big Ten Team on Dec. 11, 2023.

Two Huskers place in top 20 in Multimedia Narrative Storytelling Competition

Jan 2 2024 - 4:00pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln had two students earn recognition in the Hearst Journalism Awards Multimedia Narrative Storytelling Competition on Dec. 20, 2023.

Huskers on the Move: January 2024

Jan 2 2024 - 11:00am

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, national award-winners and more!

Panel explores ethical dilemmas in media and communication

Dec 21 2023 - 3:00pm

Faculty and professionals in residence at Nebraska’s College of Journalism and Mass Communications lead a discussion on real-world ethical dilemmas with students on Thursday, Nov. 9 in a Media, Ethics and Society class, taught by professor of broadcasting Laurie Lee.

McGann places 13th in TV features competition

Dec 19 2023 - 3:00pm

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln proudly announces that Rebecca (Heckel) McGann placed 13^th in the Hearst TV features competition on Dec. 19.

Maggie Nielsen, Emma Dostal, Emily Scheidler, Jeannine Akamba, Emma Magnone, Ryann Zechmann

Six students selected for the 2024 UNL Bateman Team

Dec 18 2023 - 1:00pm

The UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications selected six students for the 2024 Bateman Case Study Competition team.

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