Missouri School of Journalism
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Congrats to senior Nathan Lee, who's been named the 34th David Kaplan Memorial Fellow. He'll spend next spring at the ABC News Washington Bureau, where he'll rotate through several different roles and beats. He'll also receive a $10,000 stipend. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade
Nathan Lee, fresh off national Hearst win, named 34th Kaplan Fellow
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Nov. 14, 2025) — Nathan Lee, a senior at the Missouri School of Journalism, has been named the 34th David Kaplan Memorial Fellow. In the spring…
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November 14, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Congrats to senior Nathan Lee, who's been named the 34th David Kaplan Memorial Fellow. He'll spend next spring at the ABC News Washington Bureau, where he'll rotate through several different roles and beats. He'll also receive a $10,000 stipend. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade
From high school football sidelines to TV studio sets, the next generation of sports journalists is learning by doing — and proving why the Missouri School of Journalism remains the gold standard for experiential learning. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade #SportsJournalism #BenArnetsLegacy
Game on: Mizzou students redefine sports journalism through hands-on experiences
The Tiger Kickoff Show is recorded in the Reynolds Journalism Institute studio. By Eric Stann Photos by Nate Brown, Eli Hess, Zander Kobold and Cameron Brooks Jacob Siciliano always knew he wanted to…
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November 13, 2025 at 6:48 PM
From high school football sidelines to TV studio sets, the next generation of sports journalists is learning by doing — and proving why the Missouri School of Journalism remains the gold standard for experiential learning. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade #SportsJournalism #BenArnetsLegacy
J-School Tigers recently spent two weeks in Beijing at the China Open tennis tournament, interviewing the athletes one-on-one, attending post-match press conferences and filing stories on deadline. Read below about their experiences in China. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade
Missouri School of Journalism’s China Open program offers students unforgettable experience at global sporting event
From left: Luca Giordano, Connor Greene, Josie Childers, Rebecca Jackson, Mia Fleischer, Coby Spratte, Evan Kohn and Dane Vogel visit the Forbidden City, Beijing’s famous royal complex.
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November 7, 2025 at 3:51 PM
J-School Tigers recently spent two weeks in Beijing at the China Open tennis tournament, interviewing the athletes one-on-one, attending post-match press conferences and filing stories on deadline. Read below about their experiences in China. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade
Two J-School students' respective teams are among 10 finalists in the 2026 RJi Student Innovation Competition. Their challenge: create a project that builds a collaborative relationship between a local newsroom and trusted community influencers to build audience relationships. #MizzouMade
Finalists named in 2026 Student Innovation Competition
Ten teams of college students from around the country have been selected as finalists in the Reynolds Journalism Institute’s 2026 Student Innovation Competition.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Two J-School students' respective teams are among 10 finalists in the 2026 RJi Student Innovation Competition. Their challenge: create a project that builds a collaborative relationship between a local newsroom and trusted community influencers to build audience relationships. #MizzouMade
Photojournalist Julia Rendleman will deliver the Smith/Patterson Science Journalism lecture at 6 p.m. Nov. 12 in RJI Smith Forum. Her lecture is titled "Picturing Water." #MissouriMethod
Picturing Water: Photojournalist Julia Rendleman will share her work on water issues at Smith/Patterson Lecture
By Quinn Dang Julia Rendleman, a photojournalist and assistant professor of journalism based in southern Illinois, has more than 10 years of experience working on photo stories about water issues…
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November 5, 2025 at 5:50 PM
Photojournalist Julia Rendleman will deliver the Smith/Patterson Science Journalism lecture at 6 p.m. Nov. 12 in RJI Smith Forum. Her lecture is titled "Picturing Water." #MissouriMethod
Jennilyn Wiley is the new head librarian of the J-School's Journalism Library. She'll oversee an historic collection of books, periodicals, digital resources and other sources of information that began with the J-School's founding in 1908. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/11/jour...
Journalism Library welcomes Jennilyn Wiley as new head librarian
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Nov. 4, 2025) — Jennilyn Wiley, an experienced librarian with a varied background in business and accounting, is the new head librarian of the Missouri School of…
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November 4, 2025 at 5:05 PM
Jennilyn Wiley is the new head librarian of the J-School's Journalism Library. She'll oversee an historic collection of books, periodicals, digital resources and other sources of information that began with the J-School's founding in 1908. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/11/jour...
"The efforts, particularly to those who are concerned about government interventions into journalistic independence, are surprisingly innovative," writes Associate Professor Jared Schroeder. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade niemanreports.org/news-deserts...
Watering News Deserts - Nieman Reports
RJI's new online resource tracks U.S. state-level legislation aimed at reversing decline of local journalism
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October 31, 2025 at 8:57 PM
"The efforts, particularly to those who are concerned about government interventions into journalistic independence, are surprisingly innovative," writes Associate Professor Jared Schroeder. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade niemanreports.org/news-deserts...
The Missouri School of Journalism is looking for an accomplished photojournalist and dynamic visual thinker to join the faculty of the world’s first journalism school. Learn more and apply today: erecruit.umsystem.edu/psc/tamext/C.... #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade #Photojournalism
October 31, 2025 at 3:07 PM
The Missouri School of Journalism is looking for an accomplished photojournalist and dynamic visual thinker to join the faculty of the world’s first journalism school. Learn more and apply today: erecruit.umsystem.edu/psc/tamext/C.... #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade #Photojournalism
Bill Etling, BJ ’88, senior VP of corporate affairs for Nestlé Purina North America, shares insights and expertise on his favorite feline friends for National Cat Day. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade showme.missouri.edu/2025/mizzou-...
Mizzou alumnus shares fun facts about his favorite felines for National Cat Day
Purina’s Bill Etling says the secret to a long, happy life is simple: Be more cat-like.
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October 29, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Bill Etling, BJ ’88, senior VP of corporate affairs for Nestlé Purina North America, shares insights and expertise on his favorite feline friends for National Cat Day. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade showme.missouri.edu/2025/mizzou-...
J-School junior Taylor Bowman sat down with Kait Guild and Michael Lawler from Mobile Health Map to learn how their work tracking local health resources to identify community issues can help journalists build trust and relationships with their audiences. #MissouriMethod rjionline.org/news/how-com...
How community mapping can lead to impact in public health and community journalism
A conversation with Kait Guild and Michael Lawler, Mobile Health Map.
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October 29, 2025 at 3:29 PM
J-School junior Taylor Bowman sat down with Kait Guild and Michael Lawler from Mobile Health Map to learn how their work tracking local health resources to identify community issues can help journalists build trust and relationships with their audiences. #MissouriMethod rjionline.org/news/how-com...
Paanii Annan, BJ ’14, brand director for Nike and Jordan Brand at Wieden+Kennedy, met with strategic communication students in a variety of classes and student organizations Monday during his visit to campus. This is what he told them. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/love...
Love Hurts and truth sells: Missouri School of Journalism alum offers students a peek into Nike’s advertising strategy
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 23, 2025) — This week, Missouri School of Journalism students got a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most coveted accounts in the advertising industry.
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October 23, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Paanii Annan, BJ ’14, brand director for Nike and Jordan Brand at Wieden+Kennedy, met with strategic communication students in a variety of classes and student organizations Monday during his visit to campus. This is what he told them. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/love...
To help first-year students hone their interviewing skills, J1400 instructors invite newsmakers to class to take questions from students. Read on: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/.... #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade
October 23, 2025 at 8:11 PM
To help first-year students hone their interviewing skills, J1400 instructors invite newsmakers to class to take questions from students. Read on: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/.... #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade
(1/2) Paul Pepper will be recognized by the Mid-America Emmy Awards/NATAS with its Gold Circle award on Oct. 25 in St. Charles, Mo. Professor Emeritus Stacey Woelfel presented Pepper with the award last month at RJI TV during a recording session that'll be shown at the ceremony. #MissouriMethod
October 23, 2025 at 8:03 PM
(1/2) Paul Pepper will be recognized by the Mid-America Emmy Awards/NATAS with its Gold Circle award on Oct. 25 in St. Charles, Mo. Professor Emeritus Stacey Woelfel presented Pepper with the award last month at RJI TV during a recording session that'll be shown at the ceremony. #MissouriMethod
"More than a century later, the Missouri Method has shaped not only generations of journalists but has also become part of Mizzou’s DNA. Today, every school and college on campus puts 'learning by doing' into practice. ..." #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade showme.missouri.edu/2025/hands-o...
Hands-on learning at Mizzou: The Missouri Method in action
From journalism to nursing, learning by doing is the hallmark of a University of Missouri education.
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October 17, 2025 at 5:21 PM
"More than a century later, the Missouri Method has shaped not only generations of journalists but has also become part of Mizzou’s DNA. Today, every school and college on campus puts 'learning by doing' into practice. ..." #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade showme.missouri.edu/2025/hands-o...
Karen Brophy will serve as chief digital officer of the Missouri News Network newsrooms. She'll also partner with @rjionline.bsky.social to experiment with tools and strategies for the benefit of both MNN and the wider industry. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/kare...
Karen Brophy joins Missouri School of Journalism as Reynolds Chair in Journalism Strategy and Business Operations
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 15, 2025) — The Missouri School of Journalism announced today that Karen Brophy, a news product management and digital strategy leader for over 20 years…
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October 15, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Karen Brophy will serve as chief digital officer of the Missouri News Network newsrooms. She'll also partner with @rjionline.bsky.social to experiment with tools and strategies for the benefit of both MNN and the wider industry. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/kare...
@damon.kiesow.net, Knight Chair in Journalism Innovation, speaks to The Midwest Newsroom about the economics of print, eliminating Monday print editions, corporate takeovers and "leaning into sports coverage." #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade www.iowapublicradio.org/ipr-news/202...
The Iowa-based owner of 75 hometown newspapers is in pain. That hurts communities
Staff cuts, the closure of regional printing presses and cuts to printed editions characterize Lee Enterprises as it tries to expand its digital subscriber base while keeping existing print customers ...
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October 9, 2025 at 9:01 PM
@damon.kiesow.net, Knight Chair in Journalism Innovation, speaks to The Midwest Newsroom about the economics of print, eliminating Monday print editions, corporate takeovers and "leaning into sports coverage." #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade www.iowapublicradio.org/ipr-news/202...
One interactive resource, Legislative Efforts to Support Local Journalism, was developed by Associate Professor Jared Schroeder and his team. #MissouriMethod rjionline.org/news/introdu...
Introducing ‘Public Policy and Journalism’
State-by-state resources to see how state legislatures are working to keep community journalism alive.
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October 9, 2025 at 4:12 PM
One interactive resource, Legislative Efforts to Support Local Journalism, was developed by Associate Professor Jared Schroeder and his team. #MissouriMethod rjionline.org/news/introdu...
Meet Najifa Farhat, @kbianews.bsky.social's newest health and wealth reporter. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/kbia...
KBIA welcomes health reporter Najifa Farhat
COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 8, 2025) — Multimedia journalist Najifa Farhat has joined KBIA-FM, the Missouri School of Journalism’s NPR-member radio station, as its newest health reporter.
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October 8, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Meet Najifa Farhat, @kbianews.bsky.social's newest health and wealth reporter. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/kbia...
Strategic communication students gain hands-on experience through quantitative and qualitative research to provide key demographic insights to industry professionals. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade showme.missouri.edu/2025/more-th...
More than a show: The State of the YAYA is rooted in research
Mizzou strategic communication students gain hands-on experience through quantitative and qualitative research to provide key demographic insights to industry professionals.
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October 6, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Strategic communication students gain hands-on experience through quantitative and qualitative research to provide key demographic insights to industry professionals. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade showme.missouri.edu/2025/more-th...
Veteran journalists Gustavo Gorriti, Jorge Ramos and @mariaressa.bsky.social participated in a panel discussion on eroding press freedoms Tuesday at the J-School. Professor @kathykiely.bsky.social moderated the discussion. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/pane...
Tres veteranos periodistas enfrentan los desafíos del presente
Columbia, estado de Missouri.– La facultad de periodismo de la universidad de Missouri se presenta con orgullo como la más
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October 3, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Veteran journalists Gustavo Gorriti, Jorge Ramos and @mariaressa.bsky.social participated in a panel discussion on eroding press freedoms Tuesday at the J-School. Professor @kathykiely.bsky.social moderated the discussion. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/pane...
Senior J-School student Connor McHugh and his team turned an abandoned horse trailer into a mobile, on-campus dining experience: The Melt Masters. As CMO, McHugh is applying what he's learning at the J-School to help grow the business. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/j-sc...
J-School student melts away the competition
By Isabella Trost When Connor McHugh sees a problem, he can’t help but to fix it. So, when this senior noticed a lack of variety on campus in terms of dining, he decided to do something about it by…
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October 2, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Senior J-School student Connor McHugh and his team turned an abandoned horse trailer into a mobile, on-campus dining experience: The Melt Masters. As CMO, McHugh is applying what he's learning at the J-School to help grow the business. #MissouriMethod journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/j-sc...
Jorge Ramos, Maria Ressa and John Saunders spent the day in dialogue with students about topics as various as the importance of preserving free speech, navigating the risks and opportunities presented by social media and remaining true to ethical principles. journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/hono...
Honor Medal master classes give students hard-won lessons drawn from legendary careers
By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Oct. 2, 2025) — On Sept. 30, three towering figures in journalism and strategic communication gathered at the Missouri School of Journalism to present master…
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October 2, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Jorge Ramos, Maria Ressa and John Saunders spent the day in dialogue with students about topics as various as the importance of preserving free speech, navigating the risks and opportunities presented by social media and remaining true to ethical principles. journalism.missouri.edu/2025/10/hono...
"What does it mean for a community when a news outlet pulls back on its opinion content?” asks Assistant Professor Nick Mathews, who's leading a team of researchers looking at opinion pages. #MissouriMethod #MizzouResearch journalism.missouri.edu/2025/09/shut...
Shuttered opinion pages. Obscene letters to the editor. Researchers at Missouri School of Journalism ask: What does it all mean?
Nick Mathews By Austin Fitzgerald COLUMBIA, Mo. (Sept. 26, 2025) — The relationship between news and opinion has never been a more hot-button issue. From national news powerhouses to smaller community...
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September 26, 2025 at 6:52 PM
"What does it mean for a community when a news outlet pulls back on its opinion content?” asks Assistant Professor Nick Mathews, who's leading a team of researchers looking at opinion pages. #MissouriMethod #MizzouResearch journalism.missouri.edu/2025/09/shut...
Several J-School Tigers are in the spotlight and working behind the scenes during Mizzou Homecoming 2025. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade journalism.missouri.edu/2025/09/behi...
Behind the scenes and in the spotlight: Journalism students help drive Mizzou Homecoming
Photo: Katherine Schnelle By Isabella Trost With over 100 years of experience, the University of Missouri prides itself on being the first and the finest in terms of Homecoming celebrations.
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September 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Several J-School Tigers are in the spotlight and working behind the scenes during Mizzou Homecoming 2025. #MissouriMethod #MizzouMade journalism.missouri.edu/2025/09/behi...
Kalli Ward's online store, Shop the Foxxy, now has a storefront at the MU Student Center. Here's how Mizzou is helping Ward and other entrepreneurial students earn their Tiger stripes. Ward is studying strategic communication at the J-School. #MissouriMethod showme.missouri.edu/2025/busines...
September 25, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Kalli Ward's online store, Shop the Foxxy, now has a storefront at the MU Student Center. Here's how Mizzou is helping Ward and other entrepreneurial students earn their Tiger stripes. Ward is studying strategic communication at the J-School. #MissouriMethod showme.missouri.edu/2025/busines...