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.
Newsletter
Distinguished Emeritus Teaching Faculty Pat Hastings Wins NATAS Silver Circle Award
Distinguished emeritus teaching faculty member Pat Hastings won the 2025 Silver Circle Award from the Chicago/Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences for her outstanding contributions to the television industry.
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.
Graduate Student Highlight: Chenjie Zheng
Watch our video about first year Ph.D. student Chenjie Zheng who recently received the Top Student Paper Award from the Family Communication Division at the National Communication Association 2024 Conference.
Vilas Insider Newsletter Spring 2024
The J-School’s Spring 2024 Vilas Insider newsletter will arrive in mailboxes soon and digital versions of the stories are available with additional content.
PhD Student Jisoo Kim Awarded Phi Kappa Phi Dissertation Fellowship
PhD student Jisoo Kim was selected as a 2024 recipient of a Dissertation Fellowship by The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi which is designed to support active Society members in the dissertation writing stage of doctoral study.
Letter from the Director: Spring 2024
Director Katy Culver reflects on her first year as director and shares how her colleagues have impacted her and the J-School community.
Innovators in Education: J-School Students and Educators Embrace AI
Faculty and students embrace the opportunities and challenges of using AI in the classroom. Read more about how the J-School is preparing students for the jobs of the future.
Professor Mike Wagner Named William T. Evjue Distinguished Chair for the Wisconsin Idea
Professor Mike Wagner was named William T. Evjue Distinguished Chair for the Wisconsin Idea for his outstanding contributions to outreach and service. Read more about Mike’s work and his commitment to the Wisconsin Idea.
From Theory to Practice: New Digital Media Analytics Certificate Fuses Data and Communication
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.