Love, Honors
Though Jenni Knight, ('13 journalism) and Brad Williams ('11 finance and management) knew each other during their undergraduate studies at USC and shared many mutual friends, their love story didn’t begin until after graduation.
Drawing on experience
Sumner Bender credits a movie with inspiring her first true career choice. It seems only fitting, then, that the 2007 public relations graduate now leads Columbia’s art house cinema, The Nickelodeon Theatre.
Brett Robertson appointed associate director at HVRI
Assistant professor Brett Robertson has been named associate director of the Hazards and Vulnerability Research Institute, bringing years of expertise in risk communication and climate adaptation to the role.
Gamecocks Take Manhattan: Eva Pilgrim
You’ve seen alumna Eva Pilgrim in the co-host seat on ‘Good Morning America’ and ‘GMA3,’ but the broadcast journalism alumna has a rich life beyond TV.
Gamecocks Take Manhattan: Chris Rosa
Alumnus Chris Rosa is high energy. Talks fast, writes faster. As a senior editor at NBC Entertainment whose job is to drive web traffic with a steady diet of pop culture candy, he doesn’t have a choice. As a lifelong pop culture junkie, he wouldn’t have it any other way.
SJMC continues 20 years of photojournalism innovation
The world of photojournalism is constantly evolving, with the newest technology being drone photography and artificial intelligence. Visual communications associate professor Van Kornegay is keeping up with the new trend.
Exploring personal brand integrity
In this age where every scroll, click and tap leaves a permanent mark on the digital world, the boundaries between personal identity and public persona have blurred. A new class in the SJMC prepares students to protect their persona.
Following her dreams to the best seat in the house
Since graduating in spring of 2023, Kendall Smith is already living her dream. She's been on the sidelines as a team reporter and host for the Charlotte Knights, as well as for ESPN+.
CreateAthon@USC produces promotional materials for eight regional nonprofits
Nearly 75 enthusiastic students from a variety of majors came together to participate in the 11th annual CreateAthon@USC on Nov. 8-9.
Students win top awards in broadcast competition
The Radio Television Digital News Association of the Carolinas named Elizabeth Martinez the Student Journalist of the Year while six other students took top honors in individual categories.
Journalism Honors College alumna is making her mark at CNN Sports
Long before she was traveling the world as senior director of business development and operations at CNN Sports, Amy Jordan was a journalism Honors College student sending news releases around the world as a press intern for the late Sen. Fritz Hollings.
Pattie Sellers headlined the Baldwin Business and Financial Journalism Lecture
Pattie Sellers, co-CEO of SellersEaston Media and former assistant managing editor for Fortune magazine, spoke on the theme "Business, Media and Leadership" for 2024.
Media professor writes about his experience as expert witness at murder trial
Jabari Evans, assistant professor in the School of Journalism and Mass Communications, writes for The Conversation about his experience as an expert witness in a murder trial involving the rapper Top5.
Alumna Erika Ryan wins Edward R. Murrow Award for "Excellence in Sound"
The audio from a harrowing experience in the West Bank was crafted into a powerful story by the 2017 journalism graduate who has found her niche in radio with NPR.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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