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Dan Rather Medal
Dan Rather Medals for News and Guts 2022 Winners Announced
Recognizing journalists who go the extra mile to hold people, institutions accountable.
April 5, 2022
Celebrating Black Faculty & Students
Black UT journalism faculty and students reflect on media and their place in it
“I’m looking for Black folks in the American landscape."
March 1, 2022
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Jori Epstein pursues stories still yet untold | Alumni Q&A - Where Are They Now?
"It's crucial to zig while other reporters zag and relentlessly pursue story lenses not yet explored."
Feb. 3, 2022
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Minority journalism organizations create safe space of belonging and growth for college students
“Organizations like these make space. They make a safe haven for students who may feel alone or outnumbered."
Jan. 25, 2022
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Jose Martinez: How Being First Generation is a Superpower
"A superpower that allows them to be more empathetic, more understanding and an opportunity to make not just their family and friends proud, but themselves proud."
Nov. 16, 2021
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Brianna Holt writes to create change within the journalism industry | Alumni Q&A - Where Are They Now?
"I found a way to turn my frustration into work that will benefit other Black women."
Nov. 6, 2021
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Part 2: Classes to Check Out During Registration
From music journalism and television reporting to reporting with data and media ethics, don't miss out on these classes taught by our amazing faculty
Oct. 24, 2021
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Sebastian Herrera says great journalism goes beyond checking a box | Alumni Q&A - Where Are They Now?
"Do everything you can to explore all angles, talk to as many people as possible and do diligent research."
Oct. 22, 2021
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5 Classes to Look Out For During Registration
From creating podcasts to reporting on the environment and the Middle East, check out a few of the Journalism School's exciting classes!
Oct. 20, 2021
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Adam Beard's love of storytelling came from watching and playing sports | Alumni Q&A - Where Are They Now?
"Sports was always a constant in my life and created a sense of community for me, so I knew pretty quickly I wanted to work in that field."
Oct. 10, 2021
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"You absolutely belong" Kathleen McElroy empowers students to be the next generation of ethical leaders
“It’s important that you know what it takes to be a leader. What it takes to have a voice in the newsroom."
Oct. 3, 2021
Talia Stroud on KVUE
Understanding the difference between legitimate news and misinformation
KVUE launches news literacy series featuring UT Austin's Center for Media Engagement
April 26, 2021
Eli Reed reflects on top photography honor, career
April 19, 2021
Dan Rather Medal
Winners announced for Dan Rather Medals
The annual competition recognizes professional, collegiate journalists
March 24, 2021
Dan Rather
Introducing the Dan Rather Medals for News and Guts
Dec. 16, 2020
Mersey
Mersey, the new 'connector' at Moody College
Nov. 15, 2020
Krissah Thompson
J-school alumna Thompson ‘restarts’ dialogue on diversity
Oct. 15, 2020
Jo Lukito
Information on Lukito and disinformation
Oct. 15, 2020
CNN’s Alisyn Camerota speaking to students at a Press Forward event in 2019.
From Classroom to Newsroom
New Course Offers Ethical Leadership Training
Sept. 2, 2020
Liz Carpenter with ERA sash
Celebrating Liz Carpenter at 100
An Apt Time to Remember a Journalism Grad Who Made it Big in Washington
Sept. 1, 2020
Kristin DiMartino, essential worker, gets ready for work during pandemic
Working on The Frontline
One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course
June 1, 2020
Dallas Streetcar
DART Employees Continue to Work in the Field During Shelter-in-place
One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course
June 1, 2020
Laura Laughead
School of Journalism valedictorian Laura Laughead featured on the UT Austin website
Laura talks about the value of experience, self-advocacy and bold reporting.
May 18, 2020
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Southeast Texas School District Uniquely Adapts to Online Learning
One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course
May 15, 2020
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As COVID-19 Shutters Schools, Rural Educators Face Unique Challenges
One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course
May 9, 2020
Social Justice Project
During Pandemic, Students Turn Cameras Inward
Social Justice/Story Students Rise to a New Challenge
May 7, 2020
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Students Launch Online Publication for UT Austin
Drift Magazine combines passion for the outdoors and love of writing
May 6, 2020
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“It’s another pandemic”: How Those With Mental Illness are Affected in the Coronavirus era
One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course
May 5, 2020
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Students Soar During COVID-19 Hurdles
2019-2020 Reporting Texas Cohort Delivers Quality Journalism During Pandemic
April 6, 2020
Photo credit: Kin Man Hui, staff photographer, San Antonio Express News
San Antonio Elementary Teachers Adapting to Online Learning
One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course
April 4, 2020