SOJC Media Report Highlighted in Medium Newsletter
In a new report, Damian Radcliffe, SOJC Chambers Professor in Journalism, explores how news outlets can improve trust in media by giving readers more power in story selection.
Faculty
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.
New Faculty Bring Wealth of Skills, Expertise to SOJC
Eleven new faculty at the SOJC bring skills and expertise in artificial intelligence, augmented and virtual reality, consumer behavior, health journalism, and sports writing and marketing.
Advertising Professor Studies Fan Engagement
Christine Wise, an SOJC professor of practice and advertising area director, is a devoted sports fan who researches fan engagement. She’s worked for several professional and college teams.
‘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.
Professor Studies Impact of Virtual Reality on Kids
Jakki Bailey, a new media studies professor at the SOJC, has researched the impact of virtual reality on children’s well-being and behavioral health.
Amateur Sleuths Can Complicate True Crime Stories
Whitney Phillips, SOJC assistant professor of digital platforms and ethics, says the popularity of the true crime genre has some influencers vying for the “murder audience.”
Ad Professor Brings Industry Experience to Classroom
Daniel Zweifach, an assistant professor of advertising at the SOJC, brings industry experience and an academic research background to his classroom.
New Podcast Highlights 'Cool Stories' from the SOJC
“One Cool Story: Tales from the University of Oregon’s School of Journalism and Communication,” is a new podcast featuring students, faculty, alumni and staff from the SOJC.
AI-Powered Career Tool Highlighted in Education Week
Sassy, an AI-powered career guide created by the Journalistic Learning Initiative, which is headed by SOJC Professor Ed Madison, was featured in Ed Week. The bot helps Oregon students learn about careers.