Eric Robinson named Reid H. Montgomery Freedom of Information Chair
Eric Robinson, J.D., Ph.D., was named Reid H. Montgomery Freedom of Information Chair for his work as a First Amendment scholar and educator.
Award-winning photographer Kevin Jairaj visits School of Journalism and Mass Communications
World-renowned photographer Kevin Jairaj, known for his exceptional work in sports and portrait photography, led a series of immersive workshops, lectures, and portfolio reviews that promise to leave a lasting impact on visual communications students.
Page Center launches online course on public relations law
SJMC associate professor Eric Robinson created the Public Relations Law module, which underscores the importance of ethical communication and legal awareness in public relations, for the Arthur W. Page Center for integrity in public communication.
Beltway ambition
Robin Roberts (Ad/PR, '76) created the Washington Media Scholars Foundation to help students chasing careers in media policy get a foothold in the nation’s capital.
Rhythm, blues and roots
SJMC alumnus and writer Antwane Folk combined his education and childhood passion into a career in the music industry. He's interviewed major artists for a number of top industry magazines.
Examining representation and voice at the 107th AEJMC Annual Conference
Eighteen faculty members and graduate students participated in this year's AEJMC Annual Conference which focused on the future of democracy.
Global Strategic Communication Consortium announces Berger Research award recipients
Ruth Avidar and Itzhak Mashiah are the recipients of the award for their proposed research "Strategic Approaches of AI Technology by PR Leadership: Exploring Ethical Artificial Intelligence Usage in Public Relations."
Student success drives new SJMC director
Damion Waymer sees career readiness as a key measure of success for the School of Journalism and Mass Communiations.
SJMC experiences lead to ETV leadership
Adrienne Fairwell, the new President and CEO of South Carolina ETV and Public Radio, recalls her time at the J-school and and the professors who had an impact on her.
CIC to offer new sports media major
Sports media is one of the fastest growing sectors in the communications industry, and now students can choose sports media as a major.
Where there’s Smoak, there’s fire
Jan Smoak, SJMC alumna and Honors College assistant dean (‘89 journalism, ‘91 Master of Education), was recognized with the 2024 USC Outstanding Staff Award.
Linwan Wu: Merging human insights with artificial intelligence
The CIC associate dean of research is dedicated to investigating consumer reactions to the use of artificial intelligence in advertising and strategic communication.
Drake’s beef with Kendrick Lamar isn’t nearly as important as his tiff with Tupac Shakur’s estate over using the dead rapper’s voice
Jabari M. Evans writes in The Conversation about AI developments which strike at the heart of technology, music and the law.
Visual communications student wins national logo design competition
Senior visual communications major and Honors College student Callie Hribar brought home top honors in the logo design competition sponsored by the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication.
Following Her Calling: How Mechelle Lewis Freeman is inspiring the next generation of female athletes
A U.S. Olympian and Gamecock track and field sprinter, Freeman is using her experience as an athlete and J-school student to provide opportunities to young women across the country through the sport of track and field.
Powering the state, empowering its citizens
Journalism alumnus Jim Stuckey, ‘89, continues his family's 150-year legacy of public service and activism.
USC journalism alum wins second Pulitzer
Josh Dawsey, a 2012 University of South Carolina journalism graduate, added a second quill to his Pulitzer cap when he and his Washington Post colleagues received the 2024 national reporting prize for a series of articles exploring America’s gun history and culture.
Student’s report prompts national change
A national energy drink maker has pledged to stop marketing to young adults after the Carolina News and Reporter revealed that some users said the tonic made them addicted and destroyed their health, bank accounts and relationships with loved ones.
Real-world opportunities: Capstone program prepares students for life after graduation
A freshman journalism student, who will one day take the journalism capstone course, interviewed students in this year's class about their experiences covering the South Carolina Republican Primary.
CIC alumna A’ja Wilson named among Time’s 100 most influential people of 2024
A 2018 graduate, Gamecock women’s basketball great and Las Vegas Aces forward A’ja Wilson was named to TIME100, the magazine’s annual list of most influential people.
Carolina News and Reporter journalists take top SC honors
Seven multi-media journalists took three first-place awards for video, arts and entertainment writing and news photography in the South Carolina Press Association contest.
School of Journalism and Mass Communications marks centennial with festivities and fundraising efforts
To honor and celebrate its history and achievements, the school organized a series of events for alumni, current students and supporters, with opportunities for donations to support future initiatives.
The Carolina Cup in photos
Students participating in the Talmadge Moore LeGrand photojournalism workshop at the School of Journalism and Mass Communications in March photographed the 89th running of the Carolina Cup, a steeplechase racing event in Camden, South Carolina.
SJMC faculty recognize outstanding students at annual awards ceremony
Students from all majors and degree programs were recognized for outstanding performance in the classroom and in outside endeavors by the faculty and staff of the School of Journalism and Mass Communications.
Student creative projects head to national competition
Creative projects by advertising and visual communications students progress to nationals after winning big at the AAF District 3 of the American Advertising Federation annual competition.
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