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.
Undergraduate Alumni
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.
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.
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.
Q&A with 2025 Distinguished Service Award Winner Samuel Freedman
Discover the impressive journey of award-winning author, professor, and journalist Samuel Freedman, one of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award recipients.
Q&A with 2025 Distinguished Service Award Winner Conor Caloia
Explore the career of Conor Caloia, the Chief Operating Officer and Managing Partner of Forward Madison FC and recipient of the 2025 Distinguished Service Award.
Q&A with 2025 Distinguished Service Award Winner Renee Moe
Explore the exciting career of Renee Moe, the Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Dane County and 2025 Distinguished Service Award winner.
David Grossman, Founder & CEO of The Grossman Group and Award-Winning Author, to Deliver Keynote Speech to Spring 2025 SJMC Graduates
David Grossman (BA’87), award-winning author and renowned leadership communication expert, will deliver the keynote address at the 2025 SJMC Graduation Celebration on Friday, May 9.
Three Questions for Jonathan Mills (BA’20)
SJMC alum Jonathan Mills (BA’20) has put his journalism and sports communication skills learned at the SJMC to good use since graduating. He discusses what he’s most proud of in his career and his advice for current students hoping to work in sports media.
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.