Robert Apiyo ’24, who earned a PhD in communication and media studies, was interviewed by Voyage Tampa. He is now an assistant professor at the University of Tampa, Florida.
SOJC alum Jack Jensen ’09, a former UO high jumper, says his love of sports and journalism inspired him to start his own sports agency. The Rec League works with brands, artists, and athletes.
Advertising and Brand Responsibility Master’s grad Bailey Smith studied the representation of women in sports media. Her findings revealed three ways supporters can elevate women in sports media.
Denise Silfee ’20 wanted a career that combined her love of nature with writing and photography, so she got her wish after earning a Journalism Master’s from the SOJC.
Zaria Parvez, the witty social media maven behind Duolingo’s viral TikToks, started working at the company right after she graduated from the SOJC in 2020. It was the only job she applied for.
Networking with UO alumni and working for the student-led Duck TV station helped four SOJC students get news, sports and weather jobs at local TV news stations.
Media and women's rights activist Emrakeb Woldearegay shares her journey traveling from Ethiopia to Eugene with her family to pursue her dream of earning a doctorate in communication and media studies.
Alex Horwitch ’12 credits a UO social media class for a string of events that led to a viral video, a stint on “The Voice,” and jobs for Disney, MLB and DreamWorks.
