College of Journalism and Mass Communications News

CoJMC Students attend NICAR in Chicago

by Lauryn Higgins

Every year the brightest and the best data journalists and journalism students descend upon the windy city for a four-day conference to mingle, listen and discuss the latest innovative technologies that are helping advance newsrooms. 

Bullard announces phased retirement

Associate Professor Sue Burzynski Bullard has announced she will pursue phased retirement. Bullard will move to a half-time appointment during the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 academic years, before departing from the University in May 2020.

Weber named Graduate Chair in CoJMC

Joseph Weber, the Jerry and Karla Huse Professor of News-Editorial and an associate professor at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln's College of Journalism and Mass Communications, was named Graduate Chair by CoJMC Interim Dean Amy Struthers and Tim Carr, Interim Dean of University of Nebraska–Lincoln Grad Studies.

Pop-up classes pop at CoJMC

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Journalism and Mass Communications launched a series of pop-up classes during the 2018 spring semester.

Former NFL player presents lecture at CoJMC

by Molly Chapple

Former NFL player Reggie Rivers – now a journalist, author and motivational speaker – delivered a public lecture "The Business of Football: Leadership Strategies from the NFL" at the CoJMC on Feb. 27.

CoJMC students wins grand prize in national media competition

by Molly Chapple

Broadcasting student Zach Penrice, a broadcasting and journalism double-major at the CoJMC, recently took home a grand prize win at the 55th annual National Undergraduate Student Electronic Media Competitions. 

CoJMC alum leverages company as a force of good

by Alli Inglebright

Jay Wilkinson, CEO and founder of Firespring and CoJMC alum, knew he wanted to leave a legacy behind honoring his father.

“My father was a huge support to me throughout my childhood,” Wilkinson said “He was the best dad a kid could have. He was my Boy Scout leader, the coach of my youth sports teams and never missed a single game or activity. My dream was to someday acquire enough wealth that I could do something big in his honor like have a park or hospital wing named after him.”

Nebraska students attend Most Promising Multicultural Students conference

by Alli Inglebright

Four Nebraska students participated in the American Advertising Federation's Most Promising Multicultural Students (MPMS) program. The program connects the advertising industry with the nation’s top multicultural college seniors. The students attended a four-day conference in New York City where they had the opportunity to network with top industry leaders.

CoJMC senior makes appearance on “Jeopardy!”

by Molly Chapple

Alex Hotovy, a senior ADPR and history double-major, recently competed in the popular TV game show “Jeopardy!” The episode was filmed on Nov. 8. 2017, and aired on Jan. 8, 2018.

CoJMC students bring home six ADDY awards

by Molly Chapple

The College of Journalism and Mass Communications had a strong presence at the 2018 ADDY Awards held on Saturday, Feb. 17. The CoJMC students brought home a total of six ADDYs (two Golds and four Silvers) in six different categories. Many students and faculty attended the event at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Omaha celebrating award-winning work from the industry and students.