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Hands On from Day One

With a commitment to cutting-edge education, the School of Journalism and Media prepares students to excel in today’s rapidly changing media world. Our renowned faculty brings real-world expertise to the classroom, ensuring students receive a high-quality education that blends tradition with innovation. Our students have access to a variety of in-college media outlets such as The Daily Beacon, WUTK-FM, Lumos Media, Land Grant Films, Ablaze Magazine, WUOT-FM, and more. This enables them to gain real-world experience in their chosen discipline and be #HandsOnFromDay1.

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I engaged in numerous hands-on experiences at the School of Journalism and Media that have significantly helped me begin my career before I even graduated. Getting to do real-world work as an underclassman shaped my skills and gave me a step up in the job market.” 

Jack Foster

undergraduate student at the School of Journalism and Media

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CCI Announces New Director of the School of Journalism and Media

After a national search, the School of Journalism and Media will have a new director starting in July, Amy Jo Coffey, a former broadcast journalist who found her calling in higher education. Coffey comes to the College of Communication and Information to lead the school after serving as program manager for the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications’ online audience analytics master’s program, and as graduate coordinator for one of the college’s residential master’s degree programs in mass communication. 

“Dr. Coffey’s exceptional record of scholarly and industry success speaks volumes to her commitment to excellence and building for the future,” said CCI Dean Joseph Mazer. “I look forward to the positive impact of her leadership and expertise, empowering our faculty, staff, and students to excel in the dynamic landscape of journalism and media.”  

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