School of Journalism & Media

New leadership and enterprise concentration expands opportunities for journalism and media majors

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Students interested in media promotions, sales, programming and entrepreneurship can pursue that passion as part of the School of Journalism and Media’s newest leadership and enterprise concentration.

School of Journalism and Media Professor Catherine Luther said the concentration was launched this fall based on feedback from students and faculty to offer more courses focused on the business side of the media industry. She added while the school has offered business-related courses it was never as a program of study.

“While learning about the power of good storytelling through their journalism and visual production courses, students will also develop valuable knowledge … Read more “New leadership and enterprise concentration expands opportunities for journalism and media majors”

Students attend 2023 National Association of Black Journalists Convention and Career Fair

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For School of Journalism and Media doctoral student Byron Keys attending a National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) Convention and Career Fair has been on his to-do list for a few years.

Keys said he first learned about this opportunity as a master’s student at Arkansas State University where he was a member of their local NABJ chapter. He recalls his excitement at the possibility of meeting and learning from other Black journalists and media professionals at the convention.

Alas, circumstances led to the trip never happening. So, when the chance to attend again presented itself once more as a … Read more “Students attend 2023 National Association of Black Journalists Convention and Career Fair”

Award-winning Colombian journalist to kickoff 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

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Students, faculty, staff, and members of the public are invited to commemorate Hispanic Heritage Month with award-winning Colombian journalist, activist, and diversity consultant Edna Liliana Valencia Murillo.

The Latin American and Caribbean Studies Interdisciplinary Program, the College of Communication and Information (CCI), and the School of Journalism and Media (JEM) will host “Diversity and Communication in Colombia: Q&A with Edna Liliana Valencia Murillo” on Sept. 18 at 4:10 p.m. in Room M309 of the Walters Academic Building.

The event is open to the public but space is limited. Please RSVP by sending an email to gharri37@utk.edu.

“We are so … Read more “Award-winning Colombian journalist to kickoff 2023 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration”

JEM alum fulfills dream with unveiling of Condrege Holloway-inspired Smokey Grey football uniforms

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JEM alum Evan Ford (’17) poses with the new “Artful Dodger” Smokey Grey uniform he designed for the 2023 home opener against Austin Peay.

Evan Ford (’17) used to sketch, doodle, and dream about designing a University of Tennessee, Knoxville football uniform as a high school student.

Now, his dreams have become reality.

The School of Journalism and Media alumnus and Vols fan will see players wear the new “Artful Dodger” Smokey Grey uniforms he designed for the 2023 home opener on Saturday vs. Austin Peay.

Ford said UT Athletics, in partnership with Nike, announced last year players would wear … Read more “JEM alum fulfills dream with unveiling of Condrege Holloway-inspired Smokey Grey football uniforms”

New minor focuses on developing students’ social media skills

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Students in the Adam Brown Social Media Command Center in the College of Communication & Information building.

Students interested in learning how to analyze, interpret, and present social media data are encouraged to consider declaring the newest interdisciplinary minor offered at the College of Communication and Information: Social Media Analytics.

The School of Journalism and Media (JEM), the Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relation (ADPR) and the School of Information Sciences (SIS) have collaborated to launch the minor this fall to build students’ social media expertise and skills.

JEM Assistant Professor Mustafa Oz said the goal of this minor … Read more “New minor focuses on developing students’ social media skills”

Journalism students report in Prague this summer

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Students take a group photo on a farewell boat lunch in Prague with instructors. Back Row: Will Tizard, a course instructor; Ian Garrahan, student from Argentina; Amanda Brooks; Grey MacNicoll; Gracie Schutt; Audrey Boyd; Jeremy Druker, executive director of course provider Transitions. Front Row: Jessice Foshee; Ellie Millikan; Shelby Wright; Sarah Buser, student from Switzerland; and JEM Professor Mark Harmon.

Senior Ellie Millikan was a bit apprehensive when she first learned about the 2023 Going on Assignment in Prague study abroad opportunity but decided she would not let those feelings hold her back.

She has not regretted it.

“It … Read more “Journalism students report in Prague this summer”

Roessner to serve as faculty senate president for 2023-24 academic year

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School of Journalism and Media Professor Amber Roessner will serve as president of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Faculty Senate for the 2023-24 academic year.

Roessner has served on the faculty senate for six years. Retired College of Communication and Information colleagues Candace White and Sally McMillan encouraged her to step into university leadership. She began her service as a committee chair and last year served as president-elect.

“In this role, I have been deeply committed to the principles of shared governance—to making certain that all Vols are represented at the table and that we engage with all voices in … Read more “Roessner to serve as faculty senate president for 2023-24 academic year”

Students attend 2023 National Association of Hispanic Journalists Conference

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From left to right, Mike Martinez, Miguel Auvert and Ali La Rosa outside the Awards Banquet and Hall of Fame Induction on the closing night of the 2023 National Association Hispanic Journalists conference.

School of Journalism and Media student Alexis (Ali) La Rosa saw attending the 2023 National Association of Hispanic Journalists (NAHJ) conference as an opportunity to not only engage with more journalists but her culture as a Latina.

“My abuela never taught me Spanish so I never focused on my Cuban heritage till now,” La Rosa said. “This experience was a wake-up call for sure. I pushed myself to

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School of Journalism & Media welcomes four new faculty members

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The School of Journalism and Media will welcome four new faculty members this fall.

Joining the team are Assistant Professors Ahmad Hayat, Martin J. Riedl, Shannon Scovel and Shiyu Yang. Interim Director of the School of Journalism and Media Courtney Childers said she is excited to welcome each of them to the school.

“We are so excited to have them join our team,” Childers said. “Their expertise will only elevate the quality instruction and hands-on opportunities students have with us from day one.”

Ahmad Hayat

Headshot of Dr. Ahmad Hayat

A former Kuwait TV producer and script analyst for Hollywood movie studios Eclectic Pictures and … Read more “School of Journalism & Media welcomes four new faculty members”

Students Learn About British Sports Media During Study Abroad Trip to the UK

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Students visited Windsor Castle while studying abroad in the UK in 2023. Pictured are (back row, left to right): Riley Haltom, Brandon Goggins, Miguel Auvert, Colton Pennington, Peyton Medley, and Guy Harrison. Also pictured (front row, left to right) are: Emma Anderson, Cara Smith, Katie Callahan, TaKiyah Stewart and Helene Burch

Senior Colton Pennington knew a lot about soccer, but not much about other popular British sports prior to participating in this summer’s study abroad course to the United Kingdom.

Pennington, a journalism and media major, said learning about other sports such as rugby, cricket, and tennis through discussions and

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