Great Things are Happening in FAMU SJGC 7.1.2024

Great Things Are Happening!

7.1.2024

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Congratulations to our Spring 2024 Graduates! Our graduates have developed the skills necessary to compete and thrive in today’s fast-paced media environment.

We are thrilled to announce several of our recent SJGC graduates have successfully secured prestigious positions within the industry. These talented individuals have demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication throughout their studies. Our Spring 2024 graduates have secured positions with Bloomberg in New York, Epsilon in Atlanta, and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

We are also proud to announce several alumni will bring their broadcast production and digital content production skills to Tegna, WTOK in Meridian, Mississippi and WCTV in Tallahassee, respectively.

Our alumni’s creative strategies and deep understanding of audience engagement will help drive initiatives and ensure impactful stories reach a broader audience.

We congratulate our graduates on their remarkable achievements, and we look forward to following their continued successes.

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FAMU and UF Win Regional

Edward R. Murrow Award

Florida A&M University (FAMU) and the University of Florida have won a regional Edward R. Murrow Award this year for our UFxFAMU1963: Reporting from the U.S. Civil Rights Trail. This project was produced in 2023 during Spring Break.

Our winning entry was in the Small Market Television (professional) category:

Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UFxFAMU1963: Reporting from the U.S. Civil Rights Trail (team) WUFT News and Florida A&M University.

The Murrow Awards are sponsored by the Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) and honor outstanding achievements in broadcast and digital journalism.

You may click this link to view the full list of winners.

Watch UFxFAMU1963: Reporting from the U.S. Civil Rights Trail

FAMU SJGC Alumna Among PR Week’s 2024 Women of Distinction

Alexis Davis Smith, Florida A&M University (FAMU) School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC) alumna, class of 1993, and president and CEO of Precise Communications, was recently honored as one of PRWeek’s 2024 Women of Distinction. While at FAMU, Smith was named Outstanding PR Student of the Year and she was previously recognized by PR Week as one of the Top Women in PR in 2022.

In May, PRWeek celebrated 25 women who represent a variety of media and communications companies for this year’s honor. As described on its website, “PRWeek’s Women of Distinction program celebrates the achievements of the PR industry’s top women leaders, whose leadership, creativity and insight continue to inspire everyone who encounters them.”

Jaden Bowen and Jordan Forbes proudly cross the stage during FAMU's Spring 2024 commencement. Both ladies earned their bachelor degrees in three years.

A Serendipitous Start Leads SJGC Students to a Three-Year FAMU Finish

Upon first glance, they may appear to be two determined friends, enjoying all life has to offer. However, after learning their backstory, it is soon realized that Florida A&M University’s (FAMU) School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC) alums Jordan Forbes and Jaden Bowen are blazing a symbiotic trail.

Their story began at Coral Springs High School, or so they thought. Casual acquaintances while in school, a chance meeting during a volleyball game revealed a decades-long connection between their families.

Message from the Dean

As the dean of FAMU’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC) I am immensely proud of the dedication and resilience demonstrated by our students. In an era where information is abundant, yet accuracy and integrity are sometimes compromised, it is imperative we continue to graduate skilled journalists who can navigate challenges with professionalism and ethical responsibility. Our commitment to producing graduates who are proficient in journalistic technique, and apply the principles of truth, fairness and accountability is unwavering. By equipping our students with these essential skills, we ensure they are prepared to uphold the standards of journalism that are vital to a well-informed society.

The importance of FAMU graduating skilled professionals cannot be overstated. Our graduates carry a legacy of excellence, determination and cultural awareness that uniquely positions them to tell stories of the underrepresented with authenticity and insight. In a world influenced by digital media, the role of the journalist extends beyond reporting, indeed; it involves critical thinking, investigative prowess and a commitment to the public good. Our graduates are trained to not only report the news, but also scrutinize and contextualize what is being received in order to provide audiences with reliable and insightful information. As they embark on their professional journeys, we are confident that they will contribute significantly to the media landscape systemically fostering informed public discourse. The future of journalism is in capable hands, and we look forward to witnessing the positive impact our alumni will have in elevating voices and stories that matter.

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FAMU and UF Win Regional

﻿Edward R. Murrow Award

FAMU SJGC Alumna Among PR Week’s 2024 Women of Distinction

Edward R. Murrow Award