Broadcast Journalism

Renowned Latin journalists visit the University of Miami’s Cosford Cinema

Renowned Latin journalists visit the University of Miami's Cosford Cinema Jose Diaz-Balart, Louis Aguirre, Jackie Nespral and Antonio Mora speak at UM's National Hispanic Association of Journalists chapter open panel discussion on Oct. 17, 2025. Photo Credit // Ximena Hidalgo. By Peter Kellogg 10-22-2025 This story originally appeared in The Miami Hurricane UM’s National Hispanic Association of Journalists chapter hosted an open panel discussion with Hispanic broadcast legends Jose Diaz-Balart, Louis Aguirre, Jackie Nespral and Antonio Mora about their careers at UM’s Cosford Cinema on Friday, Oct. [...]

Getting the full GameDay experience

Getting the full GameDay experience ESPN’s traveling college pregame show gave several students opportunities to gain professional experience. Senior Annika Alves, left, with ESPN media specialist Julie McKay, right, on the set of ESPN "College GameDay." Alves volunteered to help guide reporters, videographers and photographers during the live broadcast on Saturday. Photo courtesy of Annika Alves. By Robert C. Jones Jr. 9-23-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. From the day Annika Alves could walk, her parents put a soccer ball at her feet and encouraged [...]

Communication students travel to Barcelona for cultural immersion

Communication students travel to Barcelona for cultural immersion Besides visiting media companies, a group of School of Communication students visited the Gothic Quarter and participated in cultural activities such as a paella cooking class and flamenco workshop. Students in the School of Communication and College of Arts and Sciences visited media and marketing companies in Barcelona as part of a study abroad program. By Barbara Gutierrez 7-25-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU. group of students from the University of Miami School of Communication and the [...]

From pro bowler to broadcaster

From pro bowler to broadcaster In a fireside chat at the University of Miami’s Cosford Cinema, former Miami Hurricanes linebacker and Super Bowl champion Jonathan Vilma shared insights on his collegiate and NFL careers and what it took to become a successful color analyst. Former Miami Hurricanes and NFL great Jonathan Vilma talked to students about sports reporting and broadcasting. Photos: Matthew Rembold/University of Miami By Robert C. Jones Jr. 3-5-2025 This story originally appeared in News@TheU Soccer, not football, reigned supreme in the childhood household [...]

UMTV celebrates award nominations in collegiate television

UMTV celebrates award nominations in collegiate television For the sixth consecutive year, UMTV has earned multiple nominations at the College Television Awards, showcasing the exceptional talent and hard work of its students. The team behind UMTV SportsDesk gathers in Studio B after wrapping an episode.   By Abbie Bernet 12-9-2024 The University of Miami’s student-run television station, UMTV, continues to shine on the national stage, earning three prestigious nominations in this year’s College Television Awards. Out of over 230 entries submitted by 50 colleges and universities [...]

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 [...]