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Podcasting true crime

Moody College professor inks deal with Netflix, teaches students about true crime storytelling

Telling Austin through themselves: Inside UT’s newest journalism course

Voces Founder Maggie Rivas-Rodriguez Leaves Behind a Living Record of Voices Once Forgotten

Voces founder, journalism professor closes sweet, final chapter

Moody College announces winners of 2026 Dan Rather Medals

Medals are awarded to ournalists who showed courage in the pursuit of informing the public

Fran Harris, WNBA champion, Shark Tank alum will deliver keynote at 2026 Moody College Graduation

The Journalism and Media alumna looks forward to addressing the next generation of leaders and communicators

Remembering professor S. Griffin Singer

The long-time UT supporter and journalist passed away in March 2026

Two Moody College faculty recognized by the President’s Associates for teaching excellence

Mary Bock and Natalie Czimskey received the annual awards for their graduate and undergraduate curriculums

Remembering journalism professor Mercedes de Uriarte

The Associate Professor Emerita passed away in January 2026

Playing the long game

Alumnus Robert Steinfeld turns Daily Texan clips into a five-decade sports media career

On the air

Moody students produce real, TV-ready broadcast news packages

Nominations for Dan Rather Medals begin Jan. 1

Cash prizes for two winners

When childhood dreams become national triumphs

RTF alumna Ashley Glazier and Journalism and Media alumna Fran Harris receive 2025 Texas Exes Awards

Reframing the future of news

Moody College Honors senior’s thesis reframes defamation law for the use of AI in newsrooms

Shifting the narrative

Mallary Tenore Tarpley’s debut memoir breaks the mold, weaving her personal journey into immersive reporting and research on eating disorders

Three Moody College alumni receive 2025 Pulitzer Prizes

The former students earned the most prestigious awards in journalism for their in-depth and enlightening work

Not Your Average Senior

Bill Mintz graduates from Moody College of Communication decades after first stepping onto the Forty Acres

“What makes Texas Texas”

Moody College alumni reflect on 10 years of “Texas Standard”

Linda Garza, general counsel for Siete Family Foods, will deliver keynote at 2025 Moody College Graduation

Journalism and Media alumna looks forward to addressing the next generation of communicators, change-makers

In focus: College Photographer of the Year winner

Junior Manoo Sirivelu shares the story behind his award-winning photo series

Developing something big

Moody College's professors help prepare students for careers in an increasingly digital age

A lifelong commitment to journalism, PR and giving back

Alumni Gail Cooksey wants to help students forge their own paths in communications

Mary Alice Davis Distinguished Lecture 2024

Featuring Loren Grush, a space reporter for Bloomberg and author of “The Six: The Untold Story of America’s First Women Astronauts.”

Alumna Mary Kang returns to campus to debut photo exhibition Somanu

“Sonamu”, the Korean term for red pines, embodies resilience, strength, survival, and the continuity of life

In Memoriam: Maxwell McCombs

Maxwell McCombs taught at The University of Texas at Austin for 27 years. He was a pioneer in Journalism because of his groundbreaking research into "agenda-setting" that offered a framework through which generations of scholars have assessed the impact of journalism on public life

Moody College announces winners of 2024 Dan Rather Medals

Medals are awarded to journalists who go the extra mile to hold people and institutions accountable

The Impact of Photography

School of Journalism and Media's Donna DeCesare and Raymond Thompson create spaces to debut galleries for invited speakers and University of Texas at Austin’s students and alumni

For the Newsroom and the Classroom w/ Mary Bock

Mary Angela Bock is a former journalist turned academic celebrating her 2023 released textbook, Gender and Journalism: An Intersectional Approach

Normalizing Mental Wellness in News w/ Kate West

Emmy-nominated television journalist Kate West shares about her book about Mental Wellness in News to aid old journalists and new, and anyone else involved in production.

Mary Alice Davis Distinguished Lecture 2023

Featuring Renowned investigative journalist, environment expert, and New York Times Best Seller Jeff Goodell

Joe Straubhaar looks back on the places his academic career has taken him

How writing led him to a global pursuit

Moody College Announces Winners of 2023 Dan Rather Medals

Recognizing journalists who go the extra mile to hold people and institutions accountable

Mary Alice Davis Distinguished Lecture: The Art of Science Journalism

Featuring Ed Yong, Pulitzer Prize Winner and Science Staff Writer with the Atlantic Monthly

As new school year begins, UT’s School of Journalism and Media welcomes new leadership

“Above all we need to care about what our students want, where they need to go."

Jonathan Tjarks Fellowship to fund master of arts degree in the School of Journalism and Media

Tjarks on His Fellowship: ‘Awesome Program, an Awesome Opportunity’

Tiana Woodard has traded Texas heat for New England snow | Alumni Q&A — Getting Real About the First Year of Post Grad

"I wake up every day and have the privilege and luck to enjoy what I do for a living. Not everyone can say that."

Akshay Mirchandani says maintaining relationships are key | Alumni Q&A — Getting Real About the First Year of Post Grad

"Focus on building real relationships with people in the industry and they will remember the people that are genuine and eager to learn."

David Ryfe to lead UT School of Journalism and Media

David Ryfe is the New Director of and Professor in the School of Journalism and Media at The University of Texas at Austin.

Jennifer Valentino-DeVries Part of Pulitzer Prize-Winning Team

She is the 33rd person affiliated with UT-Austin to win a Pulitzer.

Aurora Berry Wins Third Place in Hearst Award’s National Audio Championship

“I think there’s something so special about telling a story with just the human voice."

Tracy Dahlby reflects on prolific teaching career as he readies for retirement

Of all the things, he’ll miss the buzz of students before class most once he leaves the University of Texas.

Dan Rather Medals for News and Guts 2022 Winners Announced

Recognizing journalists who go the extra mile to hold people, institutions accountable.

Black UT journalism faculty and students reflect on media and their place in it

“I’m looking for Black folks in the American landscape."

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."

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."

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."

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."

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

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."

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!

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."

"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."

Understanding the difference between legitimate news and misinformation

KVUE launches news literacy series featuring UT Austin's Center for Media Engagement

Eli Reed reflects on top photography honor, career

Winners announced for Dan Rather Medals

The annual competition recognizes professional, collegiate journalists

Introducing the Dan Rather Medals for News and Guts

Mersey, the new 'connector' at Moody College

J-school alumna Thompson ‘restarts’ dialogue on diversity

Information on Lukito and disinformation

From Classroom to Newsroom

New Course Offers Ethical Leadership Training

Celebrating Liz Carpenter at 100

An Apt Time to Remember a Journalism Grad Who Made it Big in Washington

Working on The Frontline

One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course

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

School of Journalism valedictorian Laura Laughead featured on the UT Austin website

Laura talks about the value of experience, self-advocacy and bold reporting.

Southeast Texas School District Uniquely Adapts to Online Learning

One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course

As COVID-19 Shutters Schools, Rural Educators Face Unique Challenges

One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course

During Pandemic, Students Turn Cameras Inward

Social Justice/Story Students Rise to a New Challenge

Students Launch Online Publication for UT Austin

Drift Magazine combines passion for the outdoors and love of writing

“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

Students Soar During COVID-19 Hurdles

2019-2020 Reporting Texas Cohort Delivers Quality Journalism During Pandemic

San Antonio Elementary Teachers Adapting to Online Learning

One in a Series of Articles from the Spring J322 Reporting Public Issues Course