The SJMC Graduate Affairs Committee and SJMC faculty have approved a new deadline for the Mass Communication M.A. and Ph.D. programs. Starting with fall 2014 admission, applications will now be accepted until January 15, 2014 for all M.A. and Ph.D. applications for the Mass Communication program. The rolling deadline for the M.A. in Mass Communication is March 1.
The deadline for the M.A. in Strategic Communication has not changed.
In 2012, the University of Minnesota School of Journalism & Mass Communication announced that its graduate program, which attracts candidates from around the world, will move to a rolling deadline starting in 2013.
The Frank Premack Public Affairs Journalism Awards Program has been suspended after consultation with the Premack Board and the Minnesota Journalism Center Advisory Board. Submissions will not be accepted for reporting done in 2012.
As part of an ongoing effort to assess the curriculum and learning at the School of Journalism & Mass Communication, the school is asking for alumni, friends and professionals to volunteer to critique and assess assignments completed by SJMC students.
Through a partnership between SJMC and the University of Minnesota Law School, students can now earn their M.A. or Ph.D. in mass communication and a J.D. concurrently.
On Nov. 1, 2012, the University of Minnesota School of Journalism & Mass Communication's alumni magazine The Murphy Reporter was awarded three honors from the Minnesota Magazine & Publishing Association.
On Nov. 5, 2012, SJMC will host more than 20 journalists from European countries as part of the Edward R. Murrow Program for International Journalists. The fellows will be at the University of Minnesota through Wednesday, Nov. 7.
In October 2012, the University of Minnesota School of Journalism & Mass Communication underwent the first steps in an extensive review by the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC).
SJMC graduate students have a new face to go to for assistance. In August 2012, Angie Rehn began her new role as graduate student personnel coordinator. In this role, she assists graduate students, assists the director of graduate studies and helps coordinate graduate affairs.
By Sarah Howard
SJMC abounds with opportunities for students to transition into the professional realm throughout their education. By participating in these experiences, students generate clips and reels, gain mentors, and learn all about the "real world."
Three new opportunities and a longstanding course offered in honor of two faculty members give SJMC students the opportunity to leave Murphy Hall with full portfolios and industry connections.
