SOJC PhD Alum Interviewed by Voyage Tampa Magazine
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.
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SOJC PhD Alum Named Acting Dean at Marquette
Kati Tusinski Berg, who earned a PhD in communication and society from the SOJC, has been named acting dean of Diederich College of Communication at Marquette University.
She received her PhD in 2006.
SOJC Year in Review: Highlights of 2024
The SOJC Year in Review looks back at the achievements, activities, and aspirations of our community in 2024 and shares our unique impact on our students and the field.
Love of Journalism Led Alum to Found a Sports Agency
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 Student Aims to Elevate Women in Sports Media
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.
SOJC Year in Review: Highlights of 2024
The SOJC Year in Review looks back at the achievements, activities, and aspirations of our community in 2024 and shares our unique impact on our students and the field.
‘One Cool Story’ Podcast Focuses on SOJC Community
“One Cool Story” is a student-created podcast that features interviews with students, alumni, faculty and staff about college, careers, our community and interesting stories.
SOJC Major Went from Duck TV to a Producer for 48 Hours
Danielle Austen '16, a journalism major who cut her teeth on Duck TV, landed a job at the true crime show "48 Hours" as associate producer of development. She says Duck TV prepared her to work in live TV.
SOJC Alum Launching Digital News Site in Eugene
Ken Doctor, MA ’79, an SOJC Hall of Achievement honoree, has formally announced plans for a new digital outlet in Eugene. Lookout Eugene-Springfield is set to debut in early 2025 with a 15-person news staff.
Immersive Media Communication Master’s Touted on HereIsOregon
SOJC’s Immersive Media Communication Master’s degree is the first of its kind in the nation to focus on using virtual, augmented, and extended reality through a strategic communication lens.