Caption: Associate Professor Jenny Crowley at a networking reception during the 2025 National Communication Association’s Doctoral Honors Seminar in Knoxville. The past year has been a whirlwind of career accolades and leadership opportunities for School of Communication Studies Associate Professor Jenny Crowley, who came to the College of Communication and Information in 2017 and achieved tenure […] The post Communication Studies Associate Professor Jenny Crowley Recognized for Innova...| College of Communication and Information
The School of Journalism and Media partnered with the USA TODAY Network to cover the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris, France this summer. School of Journalism and Media junior and sports writer Gabriel Jackson was sitting in the press box at the Place de la Concorde reporting on the 2024 Paralympic Games opening ceremonies in […]| College of Communication and Information
Gracyn Thatcher knows very little Spanish. This made the journalism and media major anxious about conducting an interview using an interpreter. But the editorial staff at the 2025 Carnegie-Knight News21 Fellowship had faith in her abilities to tell the story. “At the end of the day, I’m still in shock that I was able to […] The post Students Gain Hands-on Investigative Reporting Experience through News21 Fellowship appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
The Media Center in the College of Communication and Information welcomes a highly anticipated new publications advisor, Cheryl Welch. “I’m honored to join a university with such a strong tradition of student media. The digital age has opened so many avenues for storytelling, and I’m eager to help our students leverage these tools to build […] The post A New Addition to The Media Center Sparks Student Growth appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Jordan Kaufman (‘18) has returned to Rocky Top after graduating from the School of Information Sciences (SIS) master’s program in 2018. She is now a research data librarian at Hodges Library at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. With a passion for data and community service, Kaufman is eager to bring her volunteer spirit back to […]| College of Communication and Information
Though junior Pierce Gentry has a good bit of journalism experience under his belt, he was still a bit surprised to be put on air the very first week of his practicum at WUOT 91.9 FM. “Day one we were writing scripts for the afternoon newscast to be read on air. So literally the first […]| College of Communication and Information
Students and faculty advisors with Lumos Media Services and Land Grant Films pose for a group photo following Red Dead Redemption series actors Roger Clark and Rob Wiethoff after they surprised students in one of Associate Professor Tore Olsson’s Red Dead History course this past spring. Alumnus and Lumos Media Services advisor Austin Orr (’22,’24) […]| College of Communication and Information
After 27 years of service to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT) and WUOT 91.9 FM, Todd Steed, program director and longtime host of Improvisations and Studio 865, has announced his plans to retire from his role at the station this fall. I’ve had a lot of jobs at UT; none of them have felt […] The post Todd Steed, WUOT 91.9 FM Program Director and Jazz Music Programming Host to Retire After 27 Years of Service to the University of Tennessee appeared first on College of Communicati...| College of Communication and Information
While some academic instructors see generative artificial intelligence as an insidious intruder that undermines student learning, School of Communication Studies Assistant Teaching Professor Jennifer Koella views tools such as ChatGPT as an assistant that can enhance critical thinking skills. “When generative AI hit, and when ChatGPT was released in November of 2022, I already had […] The post Communication Studies’ Jennifer Koella Earns TLI’s AI Innovator Award for Integrating AI Lit...| College of Communication and Information
When Charlie Sarafian transferred to the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, to double major in journalism and media and business, he wanted to be a sports broadcaster but was unsure how to achieve that goal. Fortunately, he met former Voice of the Vols and College Communication and Information alumnus Bob Kesling (‘77), who gave the senior […] The post Student Launches Tennessee Club Sports Network, Expands Vision to The Media Center appeared first on College of Communication and Informa...| College of Communication and Information
Assistant Professor Shannon Scovel loves sharing her passion for research with her undergraduate students. So, she invited students in her spring 2024 JMED 175 Introduction to Journalism and Creative Media class to contact her to learn more about and/or to work on a research project together. Senior public relations major Katy Niedling accepted that invitation. […] The post CCI Faculty and Undergraduate Student Paper Wins Award At 2025 AEJMC Conference appeared first on College of Communi...| College of Communication and Information
Sara Beth Coffman (‘23), an alumna of the School of Information Sciences, is fulfilling her dream job as the lead librarian for Information Literacy and Instruction at Chattanooga State Community College. Even before joining a library system, Coffman had a passion for teaching. She earned her undergraduate degree in English from Emory & Henry College, […] The post MSIS Alumna Celebrates Full Circle Moment After Becoming Lead Librarian at the College, Where She Held Her First Higher Educat...| College of Communication and Information
A major highlight from Anna Willerer’s experience studying abroad in Valencia, Spain, with the College of Communication and Information (CCI) this past spring was her internship with 24/7 Valencia. For two months, the communication studies major worked as an assistant editorial journalist at the local English language news magazine. Willerer’s responsibilities included writing engaging stories […] The post Students Gain Real-World Experience Studying Abroad In Valencia appeared first on...| College of Communication and Information
Two School of Journalism and Media faculty have received the Athletics Professor of Excellence Award for the 2025-2026 academic year. Six faculty members from across the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, were selected for this award. School of Journalism and Media Professors Amber Roessner and Nick Geidner were among this year’s honorees. Last year, Professor Erin […] The post Two J&M Faculty Win Athletics Professor of Excellence Awards appeared first on College of Communication and Inf...| College of Communication and Information
From the bright lights of Los Angeles to the scenic hills of East Tennessee, Tombras School students are acquiring practical experience in industries that align with their passions and future goals. The Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations encourages its students to pursue internships around the world. Internships provide an excellent opportunity for students […]| College of Communication and Information
From left: Assistant Professor Elizabeth Carlson; Assistant Professor Michelle Saunders of Mississippi State University; Elizabeth Hurst Marold, PhD, University of Oklahoma; Associate Professor Emily Paskewitz. When Beth Hearst Marold (‘17) was growing up in a small, rural town in East Tennessee, she’d always been told that tornadoes weren’t a threat as they don’t cross mountains. That commonly […] The post CCI Alum Teams up with Communication Studies Faculty to Improve Emergency ...| College of Communication and Information
After more than two decades of teaching at the School of Journalism and Media, Barbara Kaye was named a professor emerita of the school. “Barb Kaye’s impact can be seen not just in the publications she has authored for our field, but in the lives she has touched, including mentoring junior scholars within the School […] The post Barbara Kaye Named Professor Emerita at the School of Journalism and Media appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
From left, top row: Teaching Assistant Professor Alyson Farzad-Phillips, Teaching Assistant Professor Jennifer Koella, Assistant Professor of Practice Heather Haley. Second row from left: Assistant Professor Ryan Beaty, Assistant Professor Yingying Han, Assistant Professor of Practice David Norman. Third row from left: Assistant Professor Yingbo Ma, Lecturer Anna Franklin , Assistant Professor Sieun Ha The College […] The post CCI Welcomes New Faculty & Celebrates Promotions appeared first...| College of Communication and Information
For Sophia Aiello, spending two months in New York City this summer as part of the 2025 International Radio Television Society (IRTS) Summer Fellowship Program was life changing. The nine-week summer program provides its participants with resources to enhance their media skills and opportunities to network with professionals, all while the participants intern at a […] The post J&M Student Gains Real-World Experience As IRTS Summer Fellow appeared first on College of Communication and Inform...| College of Communication and Information
Traveling abroad with the School of Journalism and Media to Prague, Czech Republic, was senior Lauren Holladay’s first time travelling to Europe. And while she enjoyed taking in the sights and sounds of the busy city, Holladay said being able to work as a student foreign correspondent was what made her experience truly rewarding. “I […] The post Students Report on Issues in Prague as Part of Study Abroad Experience appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
From left to right: WUOT-FM audio engineer, Tim Berry, Associate Professor of Practice Brittany Tarwater, and WUOT reporter Pierce Gentry pose together with their awards. A Night to Remember The Tennessee Association of Broadcasting (TAB) Excellence in Broadcasting Awards is always an exciting night for the organization’s members. Those in the world of TV and […] The post Big Night for CCI at 2025 TAB Excellence in Broadcasting Awards: WUOT, School of Journalism and Media, The Media...| College of Communication and Information
When Mike Keith (‘91) accepted the job to be the Voice of the Vols, he knew immediately he wanted to do even more for the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, by taking his renown play-by-play sports analyst skills beyond the courts and fields and into the classrooms of the College of Communication and Information. For Keith, […] The post Voice of the Vols Mike Keith Joins Journalism & Media Faculty appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
When College of Communication and Information alumna Sharon Oldham (‘82) graduated from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, she was not thinking about becoming an entrepreneur. The thought only crossed her mind after working several entry level jobs and marrying her husband Mark Oldham (‘82). However, she feels fortunate for the success they have enjoyed for […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Sharon Oldham (’82), Co-Founder of Oldham Hospitality appeared first o...| College of Communication and Information
As an attorney, Amber Harden (’07) practices real estate law, estate planning, and probate law. As the co-owner of a quickly growing law firm, Harden said she constantly draws on the skills she learned during her time at the Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations as a public relations major. Her dual background in […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Amber Harden, co-owner of Harden Law Firm appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
The Election Project won first place in the Special Projects or Special Coverage category at the 2025 Green Eyeshade Awards. The project was a collaborative reporting initiative between the School of Journalism and Media and The Media Center at the College of Communication and Information covering the 2024 presidential election and other civic topics. The […] The post The Election Project, Student Journalists Win 2025 Green Eyeshade Awards appeared first on College of Communication and Info...| College of Communication and Information
Former Tennessee Titans broadcast producer Ashley Farrell took a chance on herself when she applied for a job with the National Football League team more than a decade ago. She moved to Nashville and accepted a part-time job with the Titans initially before becoming a full-time member of the organization’s media team. Her responsibilities included […] The post Ashley Farrell Brings Her Expertise To J&M, The Media Center appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Associate Professor Minjie Li was recognized with the Early Career Teaching Excellence Award from the Advertising Division of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC) at this year’s conference in San Francisco. This award honors outstanding undergraduate teaching and is given to individuals who have completed at least two full academic years […] The post Associate Professor Minjie Li Wins AEJMC Advertising Division Early Career Teaching Excellence Award a...| College of Communication and Information
Student journalists at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, took home several top honors in the 2025 Diamond Journalism Awards—including Student Journalist of the Year and the Student Special Projects award for the Election Project. The Arkansas Pro Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists sponsors the annual Diamond Journalism Awards, a regional competition that recognizes […] The post UT Student Journalists Win 2025 Diamond Journalism Awards appeared first on College of Com...| College of Communication and Information
Every year, the School of Communication Studies takes a direct approach to teaching intercultural communication to students via its long-standing annual global programs trip to Dublin, Ireland. For four weeks the students are immersed in a foreign culture all while taking two courses that dive deep into how different cultures around the world communicate. “This […]| College of Communication and Information
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Voting Matters Live Election Day Special Coverage from The Volunteer Channel Coverage from The Daily Beacon The Daily Beacon Election Special Issue More Coverage from The Daily Beacon Listen and Learn Five online resources to inform your voting decision Letter from the Managing Editor Influence beyond the presidency Shifting Voting Blocks How historically Democratic, Republican […]| College of Communication and Information
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College of Communication and Information alumna Julia Bonner’s (‘10) first internship was with WBIR Channel 10. At the time, she aspired to be a broadcast journalist, but after completing the internship, she reevaluated her career options. She wanted to be a storyteller but realized the journalism industry was not the right fit for her. She […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Julia Bonner (’10), Founder of Pierce Public Relations appeared first on College of Communic...| College of Communication and Information
School of Journalism and Media Assistant Professor of Practice Brittany Tarwater expects her students to enter their work into contests. She encourages this both in the classroom and through The Volunteer Channel, a student-run broadcast station she advises within The Media Center at the College of Communication and Information. So, naturally, she must do the […] The post Leading By Example: Faculty Win Regional Journalism Awards appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
The Libraries in the Digital Age (LIDA) conference is an internationally recognized event that celebrated its 25th anniversary this year in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Several faculty members, students, and alumni from the School of Information Sciences (SIS) attended and participated in engaging workshops and presentations at this year’s LIDA conference, which is one of many events […] The post SIS Showcases Global Impact at LIDA 2025 appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Tanya Ickowitz (‘12) jokingly says that when she earned her Master of Science in Communication and Information, she didn’t know she’d be using it to “fold boxes.” But folding boxes is by far not all the College of Communication and Information alumna does at Patdome Promotions, a Knoxville-based creative agency and promotional product company she […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Tanya Ickowitz (’12), Co-Founder of Patdome Promotions appeared first on College...| College of Communication and Information
When Professor Jenny Crowley stepped into the role of coordinator of graduate studies for the School of Communication Studies, she did it with a deep belief in the positive impact of mentorship. “I really care about graduate education, graduate advising, and I feel like I got really good mentorship as a graduate student and want […] The post CCI Hosts NCA Doctoral Honors Seminar; Will Host Again in 2027 appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Assistant Professor Shannon Scovel (center) celebrates with recent graduates and APSE chapter co-presidents Caleb Jarreau (left) and Gabriel Jackson (right) during the College of Communication and Information Send-Off in May. Jarreau and Jackson recently finished in the top 10 of the 2025 APSE student contest. Recent School of Journalism and Media graduates Caleb Jarreau (‘25) […]| College of Communication and Information
Leo Events was recognized with a Rocky Top Business Award. Pictured from left to right are: Spencer Broocks, VP of Finance, Kevin Brewer, Co-Founder and Partner, Cindy Brewer, Co-Founder and Partner, and David Kenyon, Senior Vice President of Production. College of Communication and Information alumna Cindy Brewer (’91) believes exceptional professional communication is the most […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Cindy Brewer (’91), Co-Founder of LEO Events appeared f...| College of Communication and Information
Golf Writers’ Association of America (GWAA) inaugural Herbert V. Kohler Jr./GWAA Scholarship recipients CCI doctoral candidate Aman Misra and Penn State’s Amanda Vogt overlooking the famous Church Pew bunkers on Oakmont Country Club’s third hole at the 2025 US Open. When Aman Misra was 16 years old, he stayed up five nights in a row […] The post CCI Doctoral Student Earns GWAA Scholarship, Attends U.S. Open Golf Championship appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
“There was this energy of the power of words, the power of presentation, the power of critiquing everything in that realm that translated to all areas of communication,” Pierce LaMacchia (‘12) said as he recalled the lessons that most impacted him while studying public relations at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. LaMacchia took that power […]| College of Communication and Information
From left: School of Journalism and Media Professor Emerita Dorothy Bowles; Lisa Hood Skinner (’80), Mack Hufford (Bonnie’s brother), and Fatima Hyder (’94). Bonnie Hufford put her all into what she did, whether she was teaching students proper grammar and Associated Press style or fundraising for the American Cancer Society. Before she passed away after […] The post Journalism & Media Alumni Team Up to Create Bonnie Hufford Endowment appeared first on College of Communication and Inf...| College of Communication and Information
School of Journalism and Media major Alex Carpenter could not help but get emotional while walking the Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland, this summer. The historic golf course is considered the birthplace of modern golf. Carpenter loves the game and has fond memories of golfing and watching tournaments with his grandparents. “Tiger Woods, Jack […] The post Students Learn About British Sports Culture in the UK appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
When Kristina Clement (’18) took on her current role as assistant director of academic engagement and instruction for collegiate librarians at Kennesaw State University, she quickly began having informal conversations with library employees that inspired her to approach a colleague with an idea. It wasn’t long before Clement and her coworker, Karen Doster-Greenleaf, had a […] The post SIS Alumna Earns ALA Equality Award for Transforming Hiring Practices at KSU Libraries appeared first o...| College of Communication and Information
From lemonade stands to national recognition, Mike Maddux (’83) has achieved remarkable success with Moonshine Mountain Cookie Company. His entrepreneurial journey began long before the company was founded. As a child, he sold Kool-Aid and mistletoe. Now, as the owner of Moonshine Mountain Cookie Company, he’s earning national recognition from USA TODAY. Maddux’s career has […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Mike Maddux (‘83), Owner of Moonshine Mountain Cookie Co...| College of Communication and Information
School of Journalism and Media students won five national Telly Awards for their coverage of the 2024 Paralympic Games. The awards program honors the best work created in television and video. The program receives more than 13,000 entries globally each year from some of the most respected companies in television, advertising, filmmaking, and online content. […] The post Students Win Telly Awards for Paralympics Coverage, Documentary Work appeared first on College of Communication and Inform...| College of Communication and Information
As an undergraduate majoring in speech, Chris Oneal (’91) tutored business majors who he recalls were terrified of talking in front of other people. With his minors in women’s studies and theatre, Oneal was at ease speaking in front of diverse audiences and realized that would give him an advantage in the business world over those lacking advanced communication […]| College of Communication and Information
For many students who participate in a Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations networking trip, it represents either their first or last major experience with the Tombras School and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. These trips can inspire students’ career paths and enlighten them about opportunities and environments in their industry they would never […] The post Tombras School Students Gain Career Insights During Chicago Networking Trip appeared first on College of Comm...| College of Communication and Information
The College of Communication and Information (CCI) opened applications this week for the first online, Tennessee-based communication and information bachelor’s degree program, increasing access to a four-year degree. With more than 900,000 Tennesseans having earned some college credit but no degree, an online program such as the Bachelor of Science in Communication and Information (BSCI) […] The post CCI Launches New Online Bachelor’s Degree Program appeared first on College of Communic...| College of Communication and Information
Eric Jackson (’90) never imagined he would own his own business when he began pursuing an advertising degree at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Today, he is the owner of Elements 47, LLC and a recipient of the 2025 Rocky Top Business Award. As a first-generation college student who became a successful business owner, Jackson […] The post Rocky Top Business Award Alumni Feature: Eric Jackson (’90), Owner of Element 47, LLC appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Pierce Gentry, far left, with the other contestants in the Audio category at the Hearst Journalism National Championship. As Pierce Gentry (‘25) walked through San Francisco in early June, he soaked in the colorful sights of the largest Chinatown in the world outside of China, but what he really focused on were the people and […] The post Alum, WUOT Reporter Pierce Gentry Wins 2nd in Hearst Journalism National Competition appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
Kayla Siddell (‘13) is eager to mentor students and help them prepare for the real world, as she remembers what it is like to be in their position. Siddell earned her master’s degree in information sciences from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in 2013. She is currently the chief operational officer (COO) of the Atlanta […]| College of Communication and Information
There is one news event that affects everyone—it can help break the ice as small talk, it can make a day better or worse, and it can devastate entire communities: it is, of course, the weather. It’s important to have meteorologists reporting on the weather who are trained in both science and journalism, which is […] The post Emmy Award-Winning Chief Meteorologist Heather Haley to Join CCI and WUOT in Fall 2025 appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
School of Journalism and Media Director Amy Jo Coffey (left) and College of Communication and Information Dean Joe Mazer (right) present Julie Andsager (middle) with an award to celebrate her retirement and being named Professor Emerita. After more than three decades of teaching—10 years at the School of Journalism and Media— Professor Julie Andsager was […] The post Julie Andsager Named Professor Emerita at the School of Journalism and Media appeared first on College of Communication a...| College of Communication and Information
Professor Barb Kaye talks to the crowd after accepting a recognition for her retirement after 24 years from CCI Dean Joe Mazer. To mark her retirement, Professor Barbara Kaye painted her nails Tennessee orange with white letters spelling out “retirement” across all 10 digits. “It is with gel nail polish, so I can’t change my […]| College of Communication and Information
The School of Information Sciences recently held its Spring 2025 Awards Reception, honoring the outstanding achievements of students and alumni in both the bachelor’s and master’s programs, along with its faculty. Surrounded by family, friends, faculty, and staff, recipients were celebrated for their academic excellence, service, innovation, and impactful contributions to the SIS community. The […] The post SIS Recognizes 2025 Student, Faculty, and Alumni Award Winners appeared first on...| College of Communication and Information
WUOT 91.9 FM focus on growing its local coverage as East Tennessee’s NPR station was validated with a slew of first-place awards won by its news team at the recent East Tennessee Society of Professional Journalist’s Golden Press Card Awards, notably winning the top Golden Press Award in the All Media category for its continuing […]| College of Communication and Information
School of Journalism and Media students Carter Moore and Eliza Noell on set with WBIR anchor Brittany Bailey to discuss the Land Grant Films’ documentary Carving the Creative Vision on May 20, 2025. Land Grant Films and WBIR Channel 10 are partnering to air student-produced documentaries on its streaming platform. The first documentary—Carving the Creative […]| College of Communication and Information
Students and faculty from the College of Communication and Information took home top awards in several categories at the East Tennessee Society of Professional Journalists’ Golden Press Card Awards, including a significant second-place award that has previously never been given to student work: the Horace V. Wells Jr. Community Service Award. This award is given […]| College of Communication and Information
Graduating senior and information sciences major Jenna Muetterties’ interest in web design and information technology began at a young age. “I remember always auditing different websites and seeing how they could be improved. I came to UT and discovered they had a UX design concentration, which was perfect for my skills and interests,” she stated. […] The post SIS Graduate Reflects on Lessons, Growth, and What’s Next appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
After four years of devoting every spare moment she had to the Lady Vols softball team, this past year of focusing solely on academics gave graduating master’s student Rylie West the chance to dive deeper into her studies and gain even more real-world experience in journalism and media. West graduated this semester after completing the […] The post Torchbearer Rylie West Graduates with Master’s, Aiming to Enter Sports Broadcasting appeared first on College of Communication and Informa...| College of Communication and Information
From sports to sustainability, Ashlyn Miller is spending her senior year building a diverse background in public relations and communications. This semester, Miller was awarded the Shelton Group Fellowship, which is granted to one senior during the spring semester at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s College of Communication and Information. The fellowship includes a $2,500 […] The post Spring 2025 Shelton Group Fellow Ashlyn Miller Heads to New York, Fueled by College Opportunitie...| College of Communication and Information
When Intelligence Specialist Master Chief Petty Officer Robert A. Morris II was 17 years old, he never would have imagined the titles that would one day precede his name, nor the two college degrees he would earn. This week, Morris will don the ceremonial robes of a University of Tennessee, Knoxville, master’s student and claim […] The post Graduating Master’s Student Robert Morris’ Journey to Military and Academic Success appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
After Joseph Edgerton graduates with his Master of Science in Information Sciences this May, he will begin his new role as a research data management librarian at the University of Virginia. His journey to this position was unexpected, but his experiences along the way helped him discover his true passions. “It feels really accepting and […] The post How CCI’s MSIS Program Helped Joseph Edgerton Launch a Fulfilling Career appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
There have been many impactful moments in and out of the classrooms at the College of Communication and Information for Addison Lafayette, who is majoring in communication studies. Whether she was learning how to refine her public speaking skills, making new friends, going on networking trips around the country, or sitting in a class taught […] The post Graduating Senior Addison Lafayette Found Confidence & Impactful Opportunities at CCI appeared first on College of Communication and Inform...| College of Communication and Information
Twenty-five students from the School of Journalism and Media and the Tombras School of Advertising and Public Relations were initiated into the UT Kappa Tau Alpha Honor Society on May 6. Founded in 1910, KTA is the only national organization honoring scholarship in the fields of journalism, advertising, and public relations. Friends and family gathered […] The post UT Kappa Tau Alpha Honor Society Initiates New Members appeared first on College of Communication and Information.| College of Communication and Information
The Media Center is excited to announce the senior leadership team for the 2025-2026academic year for The Daily Beacon, Ablaze Magazine, and The Volunteer Channel. Caden Dyer – Editor-in-Chief of The Daily Beacon “I am honored to continue the Beacon’s prestigious legacy, and I am thrilled to stewardan organization that has given me invaluable career training. The […]| College of Communication and Information
The Volunteer Channel (TVC) received a 2025 Gracie Awards Honorable Mention for the student-run television station’s hour-long Election Day live special Voting Matters. The special was a mix of pre-recorded segments and live interviews with local public officials as part of the Election Project—a collaborative reporting initiative between the School of Journalism and Media and […]| College of Communication and Information
Sophomore Eliza Noell had never touched a professional camera until her freshman year, when she joined the documentary production unit Land Grant Films at the College of Communication and Information (CCI). “I was a complete beginner. It was really neat to be able to walk in and have this opportunity to try it out and […]| College of Communication and Information
Student journalists at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, won several first-place and finalist awards at the annual Society of Professional Journalists (SPJ) Region 12 Conference last month. Award-winning work included stories covering Hurricane Helene and the 2024 presidential election campaign. Senior journalism and media major and The Daily Beacon Editor-in-Chief Shelby Wright said she is […]| College of Communication and Information
Griffin Hadley and Kate McCarville the Tennessee men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams receiving the Torchbearer award at Allan Jones Intercollegiate Aquatic Center in Knoxville, TN. (Photo By Kyndall Williams/Tennessee Athletics) School of Journalism and Media Professor Erin Whiteside met graduating senior Griffin Hadley for the first time during an informational session for students […]| College of Communication and Information
Senior Carter Moore interviewing Greenville, Tennessee native and woodworker George Wurtzel for the Land Grant Films short documentary “Carving The Creative Vision”. In small-town America, there always seems to be that person everyone knows who perfectly reflects what that community is all about. This phenomenon is what prompted Nick Geidner, School of Journalism and Media […]| College of Communication and Information
Students in the School of Journalism and Media earned several awards for their reporting coverage including Best Public Service Journalism for The Election Project and Best TV Station at the 2025 Southeast Journalism Conference The Election Project won “Best in the South” in public service journalism at the 2025 Southeast Journalism Conference (SEJC). A collaborative […]| College of Communication and Information
School of Journalism and Media alumnus Lukas Vysniauskas’ (‘24) with US Paralympian Carson Clough in Paris. School of Journalism and Media alumnus Lukas Vysniauskas’ (‘24) reporting on US Paralympian Carson Clough at the 2024 Paralympic Games has been recognized by the Hearst Journalism Awards Program. Vysniauskas finished ninth in the 2024-25 Hearst Multimedia Narrative Video […]| College of Communication and Information
Journalism and Media senior Pierce Gentry embraces Joy Lambert, a resident of Hampton, Tennessee, who lost her home to flooding caused by Hurricane Helene. Gentry reported from rural communities in East Tennessee during the aftermath of the storm for WUOT 91.9 FM and NPR. (Justin Hicks / KPR) School of Journalism and Media senior and […]| College of Communication and Information
Students interested in sports media are invited to join the newly established Associated Press Sports Editor (APSE) chapter at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. The School of Journalism and Media officially added the student professional organization near the end of the 2024 fall semester. Senior journalism and media majors Caleb Jarreau and Gabriel Jackson will […]| College of Communication and Information
