Students explore the nuances of political communication
How has the communications landscape changed?
How has the communications landscape changed? School of Communication professors reflect on the evolution of their industry during the past four decades and how those changes have reshaped journalism and the delivery of news. School of Communication Dean Karin Wilkins. Photo: Abbie Bernet/University of Miami By Barbara Gutierrez11-06-2024This story originally appeared on News@TheU. In 1980, more than 62.2 million American households received a daily newspaper at home. Consumers got their national television news from three major television networks: ABC, CBS, and NBC. Magazines were growing in popularity. People [...]
Building careers in bilingual journalism
Building careers in bilingual journalism "UniMiami,” a student-run television broadcast through UMTV, gives students valuable experience in Spanish broadcasting and reporting. Students gain experience in reporting and presenting Spanish news through UMTV's UniMiami. Photos: Courtesy of Ximena Hidalgo By Isabella Speziani 10-09-2024 This story originally appeared on News@TheU. At University of Miami Television (UMTV), students gain valuable experience by producing and anchoring the Spanish-language show “UniMiami,” where they craft compelling narratives, manage production logistics, and engage with the community—all while honing their skills for future careers in [...]
Hands-on Experience Key in Senior’s Path to Success
By Abbie Bernet Four years of dedication culminate today for Derryl Barnes. He'll join more than 250 graduating seniors from the University of Miami's School of Communication at the Watsco Center, marking the beginning of his post-college chapter. Originally from the suburbs of Chicago, the broadcast journalism major has carved a remarkable path through his four years at the University of Miami. Balancing academics, extracurriculars, and a social life, he thrived as a Communication Honors student, P100, UMTV member, treasurer of the National Association of Black Journalists UM chapter, and [...]
Award-winning year for the School of Communication
By Barbara Gutierrez It has been a stellar year for the University of Miami student publications and media outlets of the School of Communication. Altogether the publications and student-led television shows have garnered an impressive number of awards. The Ibis yearbook received a Pacemaker award for 2023 by the Associated Collegiate Press (ACP) at the University of Minnesota at the ACP National Conference in La Jolla, California. The Ibis yearbook also received the Best of Show Yearbook at the conference. The Pacemaker is considered one of the most prestigious prizes in [...]
Hands-on Learning at the U: Sports Reporting
By UM Admission Step into the fast-paced world of sports journalism with Professor Kaufman's transformative Sports Reporting class. Professor Kaufman prefers to call her Sports Reporting class at the School of Communication an internship. This hands-on course takes advantage of Miami’s major sports markets and allows students to hit the ground running, giving them firsthand experience in sports reporting for print, broadcast, and digital outlets. With press badges in hand, their phones on recorder mode, and direct access to professional athletes, Professor Kaufman’s students are no different than the professional [...]
Journalism Education Leaders Stand Up for Local News: ‘Democracy is at Risk’
In response to the alarming decline of local news outlets in the United States, the Department of Journalism and Media Management at the University of Miami School of Communication is working with leaders of journalism programs across the nation in a collaborative initiative. "The faculty and students of the Department of Journalism and Media Management are pleased to contribute to local news through our Community Wire and UMTV, but we know there is much more that must be done," said Sallie Hughes, chair of the Department of Journalism and Media [...]
London Calling: Communication Students Spend Three Weeks Studying Abroad
By Karina Valdes London’s rich history and vibrant culture were the backdrop for a three-week global communication study abroad experience for students at the University of Miami School of Communication. Led by Joseph B. Treaster, professor, and Gina Presson, lecturer, the duo were accompanied by Ben Ezzy, manager of broadcast operations, who documented the experience. Smiling students walk the streets of London on their way to visit the Wall Street Journal. Juniors Julianna Sondon, majoring in journalism and minoring in public relations and history, and Elliott Wyndorf, majoring [...]