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Three Questions for Jasmine McNealy ’02

SJMC alum Jasmine McNealy received funding from The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation for a project on new governance framework for data collected by digital platforms, smart devices, and smart city technologies. We asked Jasmine a few questions to learn more.

The Wisconsin Idea in Action: SJMC Collaborates on COVID-19 Wisconsin Connect App

The University of Wisconsin has a long tradition of quality education, strong community and dedicated service. These principles are all key to the Wisconsin Idea: that education should influence people’s lives beyond the boundaries of …

SJMC Director Hernando Rojas Named as an ICA Fellow

Hernando Rojas, Director of the University of Wisconsin School of Journalism and Mass Communication and Helen Firstbrook Franklin Professor of Journalism has been selected as an ICA Fellow.

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One of the earliest communication programs in the country, the University of Wisconsin–Madison School of Journalism & Mass Communication is also one of the best. We ground our teaching in the liberal arts, preparing students not just for the jobs of today, but for the ever-changing media landscape of tomorrow. From the heart of a world-class university, we create critical thinkers, problem solvers, researchers and innovators.

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Mike Wagner headshotWagner, MichaelProfessor
Sue Robinson headshotRobinson, SusanHelen Firstbrook Franklin Professor of Journalism
Katy Culver headshotCulver, KathleenAssociate Professor; James E. Burgess Chair in Journalism Ethics; Director, Center for Journalism Ethics
Headshot of J School Director Hemant ShahShah, HemantHelen Firstbrook Franklin Professor of Journalism
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