From the West Wing to the Soccer Field, Alum Is Having a Ball
Portland Timbers CEO Heather Davis ’98 reflects on how her time at the SOJC has helped her throughout her career, from the Oval Office and law school to the NFL.
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From Journalism Major to Award-Winning Sports Media Producer
Sam Katzman ’15 was editor of FLUX magazine while at the SOJC. Now the Emmy and Webby winner makes videos for Travis Kelce.
Journalism Curriculum Adapts to Changing News Industry
In an era of shrinking newsrooms, misinformation, and declining revenues, the SOJC overhauled its journalism program to confront rapid changes in the news industry.
Students Write Stories about UO Research for SOJC Class
Hollie Smith, SOJC associate professor, teaches students to focus on storytelling and explaining complex scientific concepts in plain language in a strategic science communication course.
SOJC Students Help UO Athletes Maximize NIL Opportunities
Since the approval of “name, image, and likeness” (NIL) rules, dozens of SOJC students have supported UO athletes in exploring sponsorships and endorsements through Oregon Accelerator.
Alum Helps Propel NASA into Era of Immersive Communication
Luke Walker ’24, a dual master’s graduate of the Immersive Media Communication and Strategic Communication master’s programs, suggested improvements to NASA’s video game strategy.
SOJC Researchers Study Best Ways to Explain Risks
SOJC associate professors Jesse Abdenour and Autumn Shafer found that personal stories combined with scientific information can inspire parent trust to reduce the risk of concussions in kids.
Advertising Alum Lands Job in Sustainable Fashion
Catie Foley ’24, an Advertising and Brand Responsibility Master’s alum, landed her dream job at Reformation, a Los Angeles-based sustainable clothing and accessory company.
New SOJC Game Studies Minor Growing in Popularity
The SOJC game studies minor, launched fall term, gives students the opportunity to explore the design, impact, and potential of games. It also examines the cultural, social, and economic aspects of games.
Professor Wants You to Visualize Street Redesign with AR
Danny Pimentel, assistant professor of immersive psychology, received an Incubating Interdisciplinary Initiative grant to begin developing customizable augmented reality (AR) tools for street redesign.