SJMC News

Graduate Student Highlight: Tahereh Rahimi

Ph.D. student Tahereh Rahimi won ICA's Top Student Paper Award in the Communication History Division for her research on press control in Iran during the Qajar Era. She shares what the award means to her, the value of staying true to your academic interests and her favorite memories from the SJMC community.

Highlights from the 2025 SJMC Spring Graduation Celebration

See highlights from our 2025 Spring Graduation Celebration, including keynote remarks from alum David Grossman (BA'87), closing remarks from Director Katy Culver and photos and video from the event.

CCCR Survey Assesses Public Views of Trump’s First 100 Days

Four months into the Trump presidency, a new UW-Madison survey report finds surprising insights on how Americans think about Trump’s first 100 days.

Students

Sharing Stories, Building Community: SJMC and Posse Partner to Empower Students Through Storytelling
This spring, UW–Madison Posse scholars teamed up with the School of Journalism and Mass Communication for a storytelling workshop led by teaching faculty Adam Schrager. Designed to help students confidently share their lived experiences, the event reflects SJMC’s commitment to centering student voices and building inclusive, cross-campus partnerships.
July 7, 2025
Small Classes, Big Connections: New SJMC Courses Expand First-Year Experience
Professors Karyn Riddle and Kathryn McGarr developed new SJMC courses that do more than just educate students: they build community.
July 7, 2025
From Campus to Community: How Two SJMC Courses Made an Impact
In two courses, professor Sue Robinson brought the Wisconsin Idea to life, connecting students with the greater Madison community to apply their skills in storytelling, advocacy and strategic communication.
July 7, 2025
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Faculty & Staff

Associate Professors Chris Cascio and Kathryn McGarr Receive Vilas Associates Award
Associate Professors Chris Cascio and Kathryn McGarr are the recipients of the 2025 Vilas Associates Award.
July 7, 2025
Letter from the Director: Spring 2025
Director Katy Culver reflects on the last year and offers a message of resilience to alumni, students, faculty and staff.
July 7, 2025
Q&A with Phi Beta Kappa Teaching Excellence Award Winner, Professor Young Mie Kim
Professor Young Mie Kim, recipient of the Phi Beta Kappa Teaching Excellence Award, shares how she inspires critical thinking, brings research into the classroom and prepares students to engage with today’s civic challenges.
July 7, 2025
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Alumni

More Then Just a Cup of Coffee: Tom Mulhern’s Legacy Lives On
A decade after his passing, Tom Mulhern’s legacy lives on through a scholarship and a new family-led fundraiser — “Mully’s Roast” coffee — supporting the next generation of sports journalists.
July 7, 2025
Three Questions for Rachel Hale (BA’24)
Alum Rachel Hale recently received the Religion News Association's Chandler Award for her reporting on the impact of the Israel-Hamas War on the Wisconsin Jewish community. Read her advice for current students and her favorite SJMC memories.
May 14, 2025
Celebrating the 2025 Alumni Award Winners
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication has announced its winners of the 2025 Alumni Awards. A ceremony will be held on Friday, April 25 to present the awards and celebrate the achievements of the winners.
April 21, 2025
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Events

Day of the Badger 2025: By the Numbers
Thanks to our generous alumni and friends, Day of the Badger 2025 was a record-breaking 1848 minutes of giving with over $35,000 raised for current students.
July 7, 2025
Celebrating Jack M. McLeod: Highlights from ICA
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication proudly honored the legacy of Jack M. McLeod at ICA's annual conference in Denver. The event included remarks from a wide range of McLeod's advisees, colleagues and friends.
June 25, 2025
2024-2025 Academic Year in Photos
As we wrap up the 2024-2025 academic year, we're reflecting on the achievements of our students, faculty and staff, numerous events and other important moments that made this year so special. Check out our 2024-2025 academic year in photos.
June 2, 2025
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