Students in Professor Steve Fox's Introduction to Multimedia Reporting class (JOUR 301) wrote three stories exploring the impacts of AI in collaboration with MassLive.
With the assistance of UMass Journalism’s professors and resources, senior journalism students Jacob Repper and John Ruggiero pioneered a preview show for UMass hockey.
Students in Professor Steve Fox's Sports Journalism class (JOUR 332) wrote eight profiles highlighting the UMass women's basketball team and published the series on MassLive.
Hilary Allard ‘90 and Brittney Feudo ‘14 returned to their alma mater to discuss their careers in public relations, give advice on thought leadership and guide students toward success in the PR field.
Brian Gormley ‘95 of The Wall Street Journal spoke to UMass Journalism students about the best strategies for interviewing sources as the first event within the series.
Lecturer Sarah Rose Stack’s Writing for Public Relations class took on professional hockey in their partnership with the AHL’s Springfield Thunderbirds, in which students worked with the team to support community events, build awareness and gain firsthand experience.
The UMass Journalism Department is kickstarting the Journalism Alumni Series to bring successful alumni back to campus to speak with current students and aspiring journalists.
Justin Silverman, the executive director of the New England First Amendment Coalition, presented to UMass Journalism students about the First Amendment and the protections it provides for journalists.
Kyla Journey-Womack was awarded a scholarship by the African American Female Professor Award Association for her contributions to cultural awareness and promoting inclusion among UMass students.