Recently, members of Springfield's NAACP Youth Council enjoyed exploring the world of broadcast journalism. Leonard Horton, instructor in the department of media, journalism and film, welcomed the group to the journalism program's facilities in Strong Hall. There, council members conducted a mock newscast. "A television studio has a way of getting anyone's attention," … [Read more...] about Local NAACP Youth Council visits Strong Hall studios
Each semester, the department of media, journalism and film hosts the MJF Film Series, which screens films that either tie into other Missouri State events or allow the department to bring filmmakers to campus to discuss their work. The series kicks off Sept. 23 with a restored version of 1965 film Summer Children. Key details What: Summer Children When: 7:30 - 9:30 … [Read more...] about MJF Film Series kicks off with “Summer Children”
There is a new leader at the helm of Missouri State University’s College of Arts and Letters. Dr. Shawn Wahl, former department head of communication, took charge of COAL as interim dean on July 1, 2017, after Dean Dr. Gloria Galanes retired. Wahl talks about COAL’s active engagement with the community and shares some highlights from each of the seven departments in the … [Read more...] about Spotlight on the College of Arts and Letters
Student-produced series Show-Me Chefs has been nominated for the Television Academy Foundation's 38th College Television Awards (also known as the "College Emmys.") Show-Me Chefs is nominated in the Series-Unscripted category; named producers are Chelsea Eichholz, Daan Jansen and Ryan Gilyard. Nominees will be honored in an awards ceremony, which will take place in Los … [Read more...] about Show-Me Chefs is going to the College Emmys
The Standard was recently recognized with 18 awards from the Missouri College Media Association (MCMA) and four awards from the College Media Business and Advertising Managers (CMBAM). MCMA awards for The Standard Best Overall Newspaper - The Standard, Second Place Best Sweepstakes - The Standard, Third Place Best Website - The Standard, First Place Best In-Depth … [Read more...] about Awards recognition for The Standard