The Digital Media Analytics certificate equips students with data analysis and storytelling skills to propel them in their future careers. Read more about the certificate and how it’s benefiting not only J-School students, but students across campus.
Faculty
In Memoriam: Ray Anderson, 1927–2023
Ray Anderson, Professor Emeritus and former foreign correspondent for the New York Times, died on September 24, 2023 in Middleton, Wisconsin. He was 96.
UW-Madison’s Center for Communication and Civic Renewal Expands Groundbreaking Research on the Impact of 21st Century Communication on Civic Life
The Center for Communication and Civic Renewal is embarking on groundbreaking research aimed at significantly broadening our collective understanding of 21st-century communication and civic life thanks to support from the Knight Foundation.
Celebrating J-School Women in Research: Q&A with Professor Susan Robinson
We’re celebrating Women’s History Month by highlighting some amazing J-School women in research! In our third installment, we talked to Professor Sue Robinson who collaborates with newsrooms to implement evidence-based strategies aimed at fostering trust with audiences.
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.
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.
Adjunct Instructors Return to Their Alma Mater to Pass Their Perspectives to J-Schoolers
SJMC alumni teach as adjunct instructors to provide students with a unique perspective on real-world experiences. Learn why they returned to the J-School.