Reputation
The SJMC’s undergraduate and graduate programs produce well-trained, highly sought-after graduates. Our selective admissions process allows for small classes and rigorous preparation through a tailored set of scholarly and professional offerings.
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Expertise
The SJMC focuses on both theory and practice, so undergraduate and graduate students gain mastery over a broad set of flexible concepts and skills. This has become increasingly important in our rapidly changing communication environment.
Faculty
Our faculty bring a wealth of skills in journalism and strategic communications to their interactions with students. This is complemented by their outstanding records of scholarly achievements, which has resulted in a program ranked among the most influential and esteemed in the field of communications.
Opportunity
Our innovative curriculum and enrichment opportunities guarantee well-trained graduates. Whether securing professional positions in communications or faculty posts at universities, our students make their mark on the field and the world.
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Environment
The SJMC is located in Vilas Communication Hall, along the new East Campus Gateway, just blocks from State Street and the Memorial Union. Consistently on a range of “Top Ten” lists, Madison is an idyllic place to live, work, and play.
HEADLINES
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Learn about PR trends from Farrell on April 22
School of Journalism and Mass Communication alumnus Scott Farrell will be on campus Tuesday, April 22, to speak on the emerging global trend happening in the current PR industry and how students … More
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Haberman to talk about the power of storytelling in SJMC’s Taylor lecture
For thousands of years, storytelling has endured as a form of sharing experiences and shaping lives, in real time and across generations. It prevails because it’s still a powerful way to inspire … More
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SJMC celebrates alumni achievements
The winners of this year’s University of Wisconsin-Madison’s School of Journalism and Mass Communication’s alumni awards demonstrate the many ways the school’s graduates translate their skills to a range of careers. The … More
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UW Researchers Develop App to Help People Overcome Alcoholism
University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers have developed a smartphone application they have shown can be effective in treating people who struggle with addiction. A team in the Center for Health Enhancement System Studies … More
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EVENTS
Events
- 04/23/14 Communication Careers Colloquium: Newspaper and Online News
- 04/30/14 Communication Careers Colloquium: Public Relations and Corporate Communications
- 05/02/14 Center for Journalism Ethics 2014 spring conference Surveillance, Security and Journalism Ethics
PUBLICATIONS
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Medialized science? Neuroscientists’ reflections on their role as journalistic sources.
Allgaier, J., Dunwoody, S., Brossard, D., Lo, Y-Y & Peters, H.P. 2013. “Medialized science? Neuroscientists’ reflections on their role as journalistic sources.” Journalism Practice. DOI:10.1080/17512786.2013.802477
FROM THE BLOGS
Mediated Communication
Center for Journalism Ethics
MediaTrope
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Dear Younger Self: Push Back, Take Risks, Be Aware (Carnival of Journalism)
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Dear College Journalism Students, Think: Journalism as Process
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