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New Faculty Q&A with Assistant Professor Ross Dahlke

This January, alum Dr. Ross Dahlke returned to Vilas Hall and joined the School of Journalism and Mass Communication as an assistant professor.

Meet the SJMC’s Spring 2025 Adjunct Instructors and Lecturers

Nine new adjunct instructors and lecturers are venturing into Vilas Hall this spring. Get to know who will be teaching this semester. 

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SJMC Alum Steve Raymer (BA'67, MA'71) Donates Archive to Wisconsin Historical Society

This past October, alum Steve Raymer (BA’67, MA’71) delivered the archive of his life’s work to the Wisconsin Historical Society from his decades-long career as a photojournalist for National Geographic.

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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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Karyn Riddle headshotRiddle, KarynRobert Taylor Professor of Strategic Communication
Kathryn McGarr headshotMcGarr, KathrynAssociate Professor
Doug McLeod headshotMcLeod, DouglasEvjue Centennial Professor
Katy Culver headshotBartzen Culver, KathleenDirector, School of Journalism and Mass Communication; Professor; James E. Burgess Chair in Journalism Ethics; Director, Center for Journalism Ethics
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