Month: January 2024

A new study has found that Black communities were able to effectively communicate about the COVID-19 pandemic through humor, while thoughtfully critiquing the very systems they’ve been disenfranchised by. The findings by Rachel Grant, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Journalism assistant professor, and UFCJC doctoral graduates Yewande O. Addie and Diane […]

Next Level Summit: Unlocking Your Leadership Potential April 11, 10am-2pm ET We are excited to announce the return of our Next Level Summit! This virtual event will give you access to the best and brightest in media and entertainment. From the classroom to the boardroom, leadership is a critical skill for success throughout your career. Embark on a transformative journey with NBCU Academy’s […]

Interested in becoming a Journalism and Communications Ambassador? Our Spring ‘24 recruitment applications are closing today Wednesday, January 31st at 11:59pm!! 🧡💙Make sure to get those applications in! Check out the spring 2024 Recruitment video here! UF JCA (@ufjca) • Instagram photos and videos  

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Public Relations Professor and Executive Associate Dean Spiro Kiousis is co-author of the opinion column “Is Media Messaging Making the Gaza War Worse? We Need to Revisit How Fights are Framed” published in the Tampa Bay Times on Jan. 30. Kiousis and Michael Cherenson, executive vice president […]

The search committee for MPMT visiting professor in production will meet February 2, 2024, at 10am on zoom. Committee members: Mark Rottensteiner Tim Sorel Iman Zawahry   https://ufl.zoom.us/j/98185428241  

Becoming a Woman of Influence (BWI) is a leadership symposium featuring CJC alumnae and other women leaders in the industry. This symposium is designed to inspire students and emerging professionals to enter the workforce with confidence and impact. Our 2024 theme is Agency, which is being intentional in your actions towards achieving a desired goal. Agency is about being your own pilot, […]

NBCU Academy NFL Pro Bowl Experienceship is a great opportunity for students to get real world experience and meet some of our industry insiders *This is an unpaid opportunity and students are responsible for their round-trip transportation.* NBCU Academy x NFL Pro Bowl Experienceship Date: Thursday, February 1 Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm ET Location: Telemundo – […]

A new study has revealed the innate ability of virtual humans within video content to persuade humans to engage in stopping misinformation and seeking scientific information about climate change. The findings by Won Ki-Moon, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Advertising assistant professor, University of Texas at Austin (UT) doctoral student Yong Whi […]

The search committee for the INC’s Assistant/Associate In faculty position will meet this week on Wednesday, Feb. 1 and Friday, Feb. 3 for 30-minute Zoom interviews with the initial group of semifinalists

Registration for the Spring 2024 Gator-to-Gator Coaching Program is now open! The Gator to Gator Coaching Program pairs graduating seniors and recently graduated students with alumni for a virtual coaching session. Each student and coach commit to a one-time virtual coaching session. The session will be 30 to 60 minutes. Please sign up before the registration […]

If you are interested in learning more about these open positions contact Creative Director Cali Perry at perry.c@ufl.edu or stop by the garage Wednesday at 7pm or Sunday at 2pm for more information!

Undergraduate and Graduate Students are welcome to participate in the Spring 2024 Student Involvement Day!  

Please Add Future Meetings to Your Calendar for 5pm-6:15pm! February 9, 2024 February 23, 2024 March 8, 2024 March 22, 2024 April 5, 2024 April 19, 2024

The latest issue of the open-access Journal of Public Interest Communications, which blends academic research with practical insights, underscores the importance of amplifying underrepresented voices in the public interest communications field. This issue argues that communicators must move beyond just providing a platform and focus on listening, understanding and responding to communities reshaping their narratives. […]

Linjuan Rita Men, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Public Relations professor and director of Internal Communication Research, is quoted in “Workers are Unionizing. How Should Management Respond?” published in Fortune on Jan. 23. The article focuses on how communication can help either resolve the conflict between management and workers or damage […]

Rachel Grant, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Journalism assistant professor, has been named associate editor of American Journalism, the flagship publication of the American Journalism Historians Association (AJHA). “I am honored and excited to be the next associate editor,” Grant said. “The journal and its research are extremely valuable in expanding our […]

Roxane Coche, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology (MPMT) interim department chair and associate professor, has been named to the board of the Sociology and Sport Journal (SSJ). Coche’s areas of expertise include international and intercultural communication, multimedia journalism, sports and society, sports media, and video and film […]

Changemakers’ Dialogue has some great upcoming opportunities! Changemakers’ Dialogue Spring Series’ are HERE! We are so excited to share our four opportunities to engage in dialogue series this semester. Our series is a recurring five-week opportunity that leads the same set of participants through dialogue and critical reflection processes while advancing through the 4-stage model […]

Don’t forget to sign up you your free BEA student membership! For undergraduate students with an active interest in electronic media or other multimedia enterprises related to research and creative endeavors. TO SIGN UP FOR FREE STUDENT MEMBERSHIP: For undergraduate students with an active interest in electronic media or other multimedia enterprises related to research […]

The new Orange & Blue Film Festival presented by the CJC’s MPMT Department is looking for passionate students to join its inaugural team. Applications to be considered for a subcommittee chair or subcommittee member position are now live and can be found HERE. Applications are open to all students. Interviews are offered on a rolling […]

Check out some of these great summer internship programs that have posted their application details on the CJC Job and Internship Board. All of these opportunities are paid internships. Darden Internship Program Company Overview: Darden’s family of restaurants features some of the most recognizable and successful brands in full-service dining — Olive Garden, Longhorn Steakhouse, […]

The STEM Translational Communication Center cordially invites you to the STCC x CTSI Meet & Greet. Discover and connect with us at the STEM Translational Communication Center’s Meet & Greet with the Clinical and Translational Science Institute. This event is an opportunity for researchers from CTSI to connect with researchers in the College of Journalism […]

In the wake of the hottest year on record and one of the busiest hurricane seasons ever, all are invited to UF’s 9th annual Climate Communications Summit on Thursday January 25th from 2 to 5 in the Reitz Union Auditorium. Hear from leading climate scientists on heat, hurricanes, sea rise and other hazards, and how to scale […]

Media Sales Day is scheduled on Thursday, April 4th from 10 am to 4 pm in Weimer Room #3032 Similar to the last Media Sales Day, there will be workshops, guest speakers, and networking opportunities.