News from the School of Journalism and Communication

Find out what SOJC students, faculty, and alumni are up to on campus, on the national stage, and beyond.

Maia Laperle
Alumni Profile: Maia Laperle ’21 combines creativity and community building with engaged journalism
Maia Laperle is a reporter, moderator and lead podcast producer. She’s also hyper-creative, charismatic and committed to keeping communities informed.
Maeve Conner
Maeve Connor ’22 uses strategic communication for social change
With a passion for social-change communication and the skills she gained at the SOJC, Maeve Connor is helping people experiencing homelessness in Portland.