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Tuesday, January 24, 2023 - 02:18pm
Before he graduated in December 2022, digital media production alumnus Sam Teyssier had already racked up some impressive credits: He’d worked on television shows including “American Rust” and “A League of Their Own” (among others), as well as Sundance Film Festival’s Audience…
Exceeding Expectations in Film and Production
Before he graduated in December 2022, digital media production alumnus Sam Teyssier had already racked up some impressive credits: He’d worked on television shows including “American Rust” and “A League of Their Own” (among others), as well as Sundance Film Festival’s Audience…
Monday, January 23, 2023 - 04:51pm
Laura Gordon, '87, had such a fulfilling experience as a Kent State University student, that she now gives back so that others may find their way t
Kent State Prepared Journalism Alumna for a Career in Healthcare Advocacy, Communications — Today, She Gives Back
Laura Gordon, '87, had such a fulfilling experience as a Kent State University student, that she now gives back so that others may find their way t
Monday, January 23, 2023 - 03:59pm
In March 2021, Lacy Starling, '02, got a call from a community organization in northern Kentucky looking for a CEO for a start-up news organization. They knew Starling only for her business background; after earning her Bachelor of Science in journalism from Kent State…
After 20 Years as an Entrepreneur, Alumna Returns to News Industry as a CEO
In March 2021, Lacy Starling, '02, got a call from a community organization in northern Kentucky looking for a CEO for a start-up news organization. They knew Starling only for her business background; after earning her Bachelor of Science in journalism from Kent State…
Tuesday, November 29, 2022 - 03:23pm
Bobby Makar, a name remembered fondly by students and faculty in the School of Media and Journalism (MDJ), was a storyteller, a compassionate friend and inspiring teacher.
He died unexpectedly in November 2020, and since then, more than 100 donations have been made to establish…
Friends and Colleagues Remember Alumnus, Faculty Member Bobby Makar Through Scholarship
Bobby Makar, a name remembered fondly by students and faculty in the School of Media and Journalism (MDJ), was a storyteller, a compassionate friend and inspiring teacher. He died unexpectedly in November 2020, and since then, more than 100 donations have been made to establish…
Monday, November 28, 2022 - 05:05pm
The annual Robert G. McGruder Distinguished Lecture and Awards Program celebrates diversity in the journalism field. This year, WKYC’s Director of Advocacy and Community Initiatives Margaret Bernstein delivered the keynote speech.
Media Diversity Lecture Honors Legacy of Trailblazer Robert McGruder
The annual Robert G. McGruder Distinguished Lecture and Awards Program celebrates diversity in the journalism field. This year, WKYC’s Director of Advocacy and Community Initiatives Margaret Bernstein delivered the keynote speech.
Monday, November 28, 2022 - 04:19pm
Public relations major Kristyn Hibbett, ‘23, recently earned a scholarship to attend a national summit on diversity, equity and inclusion in public relations in Chicago.
Media and Journalism Student Reflects on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in PR Industry Following National Summit
Public relations major Kristyn Hibbett, ‘23, recently earned a scholarship to attend a national summit on diversity, equity and inclusion in public relations in Chicago.
Monday, November 21, 2022 - 03:51pm
Kent State’s Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA Kent) Chapter won three national awards, including the prestigious Dr. F.H. Teahan Award for University Service. The national award was announced during the Awards Ceremony Brunch at the International Public…
Public Relations Student Group Wins Three National Awards
Kent State’s Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA Kent) Chapter won three national awards, including the prestigious Dr. F.H. Teahan Award for University Service. The national award was announced during the Awards Ceremony Brunch at the International Public…
Wednesday, November 16, 2022 - 04:10pm
In our work lives we have the power to demonstrate leadership. In recent years it’s been fashionable to lament the lack of grit among our students. Now that we’re all living through difficult times, this is our opportunity to show students what perseverance looks like.
Director's Note | December 2022
In our work lives we have the power to demonstrate leadership. In recent years it’s been fashionable to lament the lack of grit among our students. Now that we’re all living through difficult times, this is our opportunity to show students what perseverance looks like.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022 - 04:47pm
Brandi Neloms, '09, is a senior business development manager in Amazon’s Special Projects organization and Chief Strategy Officer and co-owner of Sipping Black Only, a business dedicated to driving equity for Black founders in the beverage industry.
Public Relations Grad Talks Representation and Lessons Learned in Leadership, Business
Brandi Neloms, '09, is a senior business development manager in Amazon’s Special Projects organization and Chief Strategy Officer and co-owner of Sipping Black Only, a business dedicated to driving equity for Black founders in the beverage industry.
Tuesday, November 15, 2022 - 04:40pm
When Caty Payette, ’20, began working for Student Media, she didn’t imagine she’d one day work for a member of Congress. Yet since graduation, the journalism major has worked for three different U.S. Representatives, representing Ohio, Wisconsin and Alabama.