We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting some amazing J-School women in research! In our fourth and final installment, we talked to Ph.D. student Indri Maulidar who is studying burnout and mental health in newsrooms.
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J-School Students and WSUM Win 2023 WBA Student Awards for Excellence
On February 24, the winners of the Wisconsin Broadcasters Association (WBA) 2023 Student Awards for Excellence were announced and three awards were given to J-School students for their broadcasting work and WSUM received seven awards.
Support Madison Commons During the Big Share on March 5
Support local journalism and Madison Commons on March 5, 2024, during The Big Share! Gifts directly support student journalists committed to community journalism.
Professor Doug McLeod Wins Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award
Professor Doug McLeod won the Chancellor’s Distinguished Teaching Award, an honor that recognizes UW-Madison’s best educators.
J-School Faculty and Staff Reveal Their Favorite Super Bowl Ads
In honor of this year’s Super Bowl, J-School faculty and staff shared their favorite Super Bowl ads.
Graduate Student Highlight: Miquéla Thornton
Professional Master’s student Miquéla Thornton shares what brought her to the J-School, her passion for environmental reporting and advice to future grad students.
In Memoriam: Jack McLeod, 1930–2024
Jack McLeod, professor emeritus at the UW–Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication and icon in the field of communication research, died on January 28, 2024.
Meet the J-School’s Spring 2024 Adjunct Instructors and Lecturers
This spring, the J-School welcomes seven adjunct instructors and lecturers to provide students with a real-world perspective on the world of communication. They share what they hope students take away from their courses.
Graduate Adviser Lisa Aarli retires from the J-School
After 11 years at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, graduate adviser Lisa Aarli is retiring. Read Professional MA student Keifa Jaward’s thoughtful profile of Lisa and her legacy at the J-School.
Three Questions for Abigail Becker ’15
Alum Abigail Becker (BA’15) shares her proudest accomplishments working for UniverCity Alliance, advice for current J-School students and her favorite J-School memories.