Monster Mash winners announced
Vis com students created 16 ghosts, monsters, witches, and an assortment of other halloween characters using their skills in studio lighting, art direction, makeup, compositing and simple animation.
J-school honors accomplished alumni
The School of Journalism and Mass Communications Alumni Awards recognize young and distinguished alumni for outstanding career accomplishments.
Student photographers capture the spirit of the state fair
View a gallery of photos from photography students who immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of the South Carolina State Fair, gaining invaluable hands-on experience as photojournalists.
Recognizing importance of local newspapers
In celebration of National Newspaper Week, Caleb Gilbert (Journalism 2021) writes about the importance of newspapers, both personally and in a broader context. Gilbert is news editor of The Seneca Journal.
Summer in Spain
Students deepen skills, broaden horizons in communications-themed summer program in Spain.
Applications open for Baldwin Business and Financial Chair in Journalism
The School of Journalism and Mass Communications invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track faculty position as the Baldwin Business and Financial Chair in Journalism at the rank of either associate professor or full professor to begin August 16, 2025.
Magic at work
Kerry Moore credits USC’s visual communications program for helping her develop a variety of design and web skills. Her determination fueled her path to being a graphic designer for Disney — a dream she’s had since she was 9 years old.
College to host public lecture on the future of American democracy
Tressie McMillan Cottom, New York Times opinion columnist, award-winning author, renowned sociologist and cultural critic, headlines the Inclusive Excellence Access and Engagement Series on Friday, Oct. 25, 2024.
The art of advising
For three decades, senior academic advisor Art Farlowe has helped students excel academically while creating lifetime memories.
CIC welcomes statewide college students to watsonX workshop
Nine teams competed for $17,500 in prizes by identifying and solving a specific issue involving equitable access to vital services using the IBM watsonx platform.
Research summit addresses health disparity
Health Disparity Research Symposium held last Friday brought together researchers from across campus and program officers from foundations to discuss ways to address the most pressing healthcare issues for South Carolina and beyond.
Beyond Berets
Visual communications student Deston Cedillo explored African American history in Paris as part of the USC TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program.
Annual class visit results in major announcement
SJMC alumnus Allen Devlin continues a four-year streak of visiting broadcast students, announces major career move.
Eric Robinson named Reid H. Montgomery Freedom of Information Chair
Eric Robinson, J.D., Ph.D., was named Reid H. Montgomery Freedom of Information Chair for his work as a First Amendment scholar and educator.
Award-winning photographer Kevin Jairaj visits School of Journalism and Mass Communications
World-renowned photographer Kevin Jairaj, known for his exceptional work in sports and portrait photography, led a series of immersive workshops, lectures, and portfolio reviews that promise to leave a lasting impact on visual communications students.
Fearlessly First and Pushing Forward: CIC faculty and staff pursue IBM SkillsBuild AI certification
Over 55 percent of CIC faculty and staff have completed IBM SkillsBuild AI training, a cutting-edge program which equips educators with essential knowledge and skills in artificial intelligence.
Call for Code: IBM watsonx workshop
University students will be introduced to the Call for Code campus program as an opportunity to grow their Al skills and access practical and impactful solutions to help local communities!
Page Center launches online course on public relations law
SJMC associate professor Eric Robinson created the Public Relations Law module, which underscores the importance of ethical communication and legal awareness in public relations, for the Arthur W. Page Center for integrity in public communication.
Beltway ambition
Robin Roberts (Ad/PR, '76) created the Washington Media Scholars Foundation to help students chasing careers in media policy get a foothold in the nation’s capital.
Rhythm, blues and roots
SJMC alumnus and writer Antwane Folk combined his education and childhood passion into a career in the music industry. He's interviewed major artists for a number of top industry magazines.
Examining representation and voice at the 107th AEJMC Annual Conference
Eighteen faculty members and graduate students participated in this year's AEJMC Annual Conference which focused on the future of democracy.
Dreeszen Bowman named a Biliniski Dissertation Fellow
Dreeszen Bowman is the first doctoral student from the School of Information Science to receive the award, which supports graduate students completing their dissertations in the humanities and social sciences.
Changing routines: CIC professor studies how routines impact librarians
Associate Professor Darin Freeburg researches the impacts of workplace routines on library staff and their ability to express their identity.
Global Strategic Communication Consortium announces Berger Research award recipients
Ruth Avidar and Itzhak Mashiah are the recipients of the award for their proposed research "Strategic Approaches of AI Technology by PR Leadership: Exploring Ethical Artificial Intelligence Usage in Public Relations."
Student success drives new SJMC director
Damion Waymer sees career readiness as a key measure of success for the School of Journalism and Mass Communiations.