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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 [...]

Building community through debate

Video: Matthew Rembold/University of Miami The University of Miami Debate Team strives to cultivate a strong sense of community among its members through the art of debate. These passionate debaters not only sharpen their skills but also foster meaningful connections through the club’s various tournaments and meetings. From strategy sessions to cheering each other on at tournaments, this tight-knit group exemplifies the power of collaboration and camaraderie. This story originally appeared on News@TheU.

2024 Awards

May 2024 American Advertising Awards 2024 ADDY Awards Gold ADDY Student Consumer Campaign - exBae by eBay Gold ADDY Student Digital Creative Technology - Volvo Shield BEA 2024 Recognition of Institutional Excellence in Media 2023 Top Winning Sports Programs - University of Miami ranked #6 2023 Top Winning News Programs - University of Miami ranked #7 2023 Top Winning Overall Programs - University of Miami ranked #14 PRNEWS 2024 Education A-List Top 20 institution for career advancement in PR and marketing communications - University of Miami School of Communication [...]

2024-06-05T13:32:24-04:00April 10, 2024|Awards List|

Free Screening and Book Signing with Author Marsha Gordon

By Karina Valdes Marsha Gordon, author of “BECOMING THE EX-WIFE: The Unconventional Life and Forgotten Writings of Ursula Parrott,” will be at the Bill Cosford Cinema on Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. for a book signing and screening of the film, “There’s Always Tomorrow,” based on a story by Ursula Parrott. "For any movie-lover seeking an introduction to Ursula Parrott, ‘There's Always Tomorrow’ has so much to offer," said Christina Lane, professor of Film Studies in the Department of Cinematic Arts. "Featuring one of the greatest screen pairings of all [...]

2024-02-23T13:07:16-05:00February 23, 2024|Motion Pictures|

‘Cone of Uncertainty’ Graphic to Feature More Information

By Robert C. Jones Jr. University researchers explain why the revamped graphic, to be unveiled this hurricane season, will better aid residents. It is arguably the National Hurricane Center’s (NHC) most iconic graphic: the Tropical Cyclone Track Forecast Cone, which communicates the most likely path of the center, or eye, of a cyclonic storm. Ever since it was introduced more than 20 years ago, the graphic has been misinterpreted by many people, with some incorrectly believing that areas outside the cone are safe from storm threats. Now, nearly two years [...]

2024-02-07T14:54:12-05:00February 7, 2024|Uncategorized|

The Future of Local News is Dire

By Barbara Gutierrez More than 2,500 newspapers have shuttered their publications since 2005. University of Miami experts discuss ways to change this disturbing trend. The United States has lost more than 2,500 newspapers since 2005, or 25 percent of the total number of papers in the country, according to a 2022 report by Northwestern University's Medill School of Journalism. A new report released in November by the Medill School of Journalism found that the rate of newspaper closures has accelerated, now at 2.5 closures per week with more than 130 confirmed newspaper [...]

2024-02-05T14:23:37-05:00February 5, 2024|Journalism|

Second Annual SMIFF Shines a Spotlight on International Filmmakers

By Karina Valdes For three nights, the Bill Cosford Cinema is setting the stage for established and emerging short filmmakers to showcase their work during the Second Annual Shorts Miami International Film Festival (SMIFF). The juried festival awards cash prizes to the most engaging films, including a $2000 Best of the Festival award. "We are proud to host this international film festival. This festival offers a range of diverse global perspectives, which may challenge and delight as we experience this special opportunity to witness the best contemporary short films produced [...]

2024-01-24T13:12:21-05:00January 24, 2024|Motion Pictures, School of Communication|

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 [...]