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Ed Madison Creates AI Coach to Help Teens Find Careers

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SOJC Associate Professor Ed Madison created Sassy, an online career coach that’s been adopted by the state of Oregon. The tool uses artificial intelligence to match students to potential careers.

Is the Message about Concussions Getting Through?

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SOJC Associate Professor Jesse Abdenour talks about his research into what type of messaging will make parents take concussions seriously. Listen to the podcast from RNZ radio in New Zealand.

SOJC’s Lewis Explains Why Some Are Migrating to Bluesky

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Seth Lewis, Shirley Papé Chair in Emerging Media at the SOJC, tells CBC that some people are fleeing Twitter for Bluesky to connect with people on a platform where they won’t be bombarded by spambots.

Phillips: Infowars May Be Gone; Alex Jones Is Not

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Whitney Phillips, SOJC assistant professor of digital platforms and ethics, tells NBC News that although Alex Jones’ Infowars may be gone, other right-wing sites will fill the gap.

SOJC Media Report Highlighted in Medium Newsletter

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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.

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.

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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.

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‘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.

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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.

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How Shows like ‘Yellowstone’ Promote the Frontier Myth

Communication and Media Studies Master’s student Travis Wilson explored how the TV show “Yellowstone” reinforces the frontier myth in Montana, negatively impacting the environment.

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