College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

CoJMC alum part of an Emmy award-winning team

by Molly Roe

Michael B. Justice, a 1996 broadcasting and news-editorial graduate of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications, was recently part of a six-person team with NASA and SpaceX that won a National Emmy Award for the show “NASA and SpaceX: The Interactive Demo-1 Launch.”

Happy fall, CoJMC alumni and friends!

 Fall has arrived in Nebraska, bringing with it bright red sumac by the roadsides, farmers working long days to get in the harvest, and even October snow flurries. Our Homecoming Alumni Reunion on Oct. 4 was a wonderful time to reconnect with many of you. If you were unable to attend but would like one of our special tee shirts, please reach out via my email below.

CoJMC professor inducted into Nebraska Journalism Hall of Fame

University of Nebraska College of Journalism and Mass Communications (CoJMC) Professor Joe Starita was inducted into the Nebraska Journalism Hall of Fame on Oct. 25 at the Nebraska Club in Lincoln.

CoJMC student campaign earns first place in PRSSA National Organ Donor Awareness Competition

A social cause campaign created by nine College of Journalism and Mass Communications (CoJMC) advertising and public relations students won first place in the National Organ Donor Awareness Competition (NODAC). The Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) announced competition results last month at the PRSSA International Conference held in San Diego. 

CoJMC alum and investigative reporter visits college for Nebraska High School Press Association convention

by Molly Roe

UNL College of Journalism and Mass Communications alumna Lise Olsen, a 1988 news-editorial grad, visited Nebraska this month to speak with students and serve as the keynote speaker at the Nebraska High School Press Association (NHSPA) convention.

Global Engagement Learning Community allows students to explore global issues and cultures

by Molly Roe

College of Journalism and Mass Communications Professor Sriyani Tidball leads the Global Engagement Learning Community at Nebraska. The community is made up of 10 freshmen, eight of which take part in the global engagement special topics course led by Tidball.

Fifth MobileMe&You Conference to be Oct. 25 and 26

The fifth MobileMe&You Conference, sponsored by the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications and the University of Illinois College of Media, is Friday and Saturday, Oct. 25-26, at the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. Preconference Google tools training will be Thursday, Oct. 24.

Book by CoJMC professor to be adapted into film

by Molly Roe

 A film about Chief Standing Bear, based on a book written by College of Journalism and Mass Communications Professor Joe Starita, is set to be filmed in Nebraska soon.

Lauren Tritch: Student Spotlight

Over the summer, junior advertising and public relations major, Lauren Tritch, worked in Minneapolis, MN as an account services intern at The Lacek Group. She had the opportunity to work with three high-profile clients while managing projects and working closely with her team members— she even had a visit from one of her favorite professors at the J school, Jemalyn Griffin!

Lauren is thankful to have a supportive mentor like Jemalyn in her corner, “She’s empowered me to be confident in a field that can be competitive and incites burnout easily. She’s also helped me discover my passion for strategic management roles.” Now, Lauren works for UNL’s University Communications as a project management intern where she’s an integral connector between clients and the internal team.

Lauren’s advice for CoJMC students is to never stop trying new things because you learn more about yourself. Join a club that you don’t know anyone in or go to a meeting for something you’re not even sure you’ll like!

CoJMC welcomes alumna to Nebraska for homecoming

by Molly Roe

 The College of Journalism and Mass Communications (CoJMC) welcomes home Angel Jennings, a 2008 journalism graduate originally from the Washington, D.C., area.