School of Media and Journalism receives $10 million gift, makes new facility plans
“This will say loud and clear, ‘Journalism is alive and well.’”
UNC SCHOOL OF MEDIA AND JOURNALISM
Journalism profession engages with prominence of news deserts, study finds
It's not secret that many have said the fate of print media, especially local newspapers, is grim. A local study confirms this idea, but hidden in the numbers, there is hope.
Dana McMahan threads together fashion and creation at UNC
You may have seen the Coulture magazines on campus. Or perhaps you heard the creative chatter coming of the FashionMash classes in the Media and Journalism School. But maybe you don't know the woman driving this creative, entrepreneurial scene on campus.
Amid Silent Sam debates, UNC prepares to celebrate First Amendment Day
Tuesday marks UNC's tenth First Amendment Day, an annual celebration and discussion about the First Amendment and its role on college campuses. On a campus facing fierce debate on the Silent Sam monument, organizers feel the importance of the First Amendment and its celebration is stronger than ever.
After 16 years in the Air Force, this UNC student is finally here
There’s a tattoo of a Captain America shield on the inside of incoming junior Chris Young’s right elbow. His children like superheroes, he explains. Then he laughs. “Plus, well, you know,” he says.
UNC alum and NPR news anchor Carl Kasell dies at 84
UNC alum and NPR news anchor Carl Kasell died Tuesday from complications from Alzheimer’s disease. He was 84 years old.
Fox News commentator Tucker Carlson talks race and #MeToo movement in annual Park Lecture
Tucker Carlson juggled race, sexual violence and other dicey topics Wednesday morning at the Roy H. Park Lecture on campus. Carlson was the second Fox News commentator to give the lecture in two years.
Seasoned professor Paul O'Connor retires after 42 years in journalism
After a 42-year-long career in journalism as a reporter and a professor, Paul O’Connor has announced his retirement. O'Connor plans to spend his retirement traveling and pursuing a personal project, inspired by his course on writing family stories.
UNC M-J School dean wants students to challenge and question Tucker Carlson
When it comes to the Park lecture, Dean Susan King isn’t here to choose someone she likes.
Holding power accountable: Panel of journalists discuss reporting on sexual misconduct
Three high-profile guests participated in a panel discussion that focused on the role of journalism in today's world where workplace culture is being reevaluated to give more power to victims.
If you love it, don't give up: DTH alumni reflect on Pulitzer wins
UNC graduate David Zucchino says, if not for The Daily Tar Heel, he would have started his journalism career without ever writing a newspaper story.
Tucker Carlson was chosen to speak at UNC, and the decision is sparking debate
Current and former MJ-School students took to Twitter after the announcement to express their disappointment and concerns with this year's Park Lecture speaker.
Who's who in the UNC School of Media and Journalism hall of fame
Some started at Carolina; some ended at Carolina. But they're all pushing the future of journalism to new heights. Meet the 2018 inductees to the School of Media and Journalism's Hall of Fame.
UNC students' snow day video portraying Elf scene goes viral on ESPN
It was a snowy day at UNC when two sophomores decided to reenact the memorable snowball fight from the classic holiday film, "Elf." Little did they know, their video filmed in Kenan Memorial Stadium would take off on the internet, leading Cara Siliakus to describe the viral video as her 15 minutes of fame.
UNC considering revoking Charlie Rose's honor
The DeWitt Wallace Center for Media and Democracy at Duke University announced on Monday that it was rescinding an award honoring prominent journalist Charlie Rose given in September 2000. Duke is the latest in a growing number of universities revoking honors from Rose, who has been accused of sexually harassing eight women over the course of his career.
UNC professor builds robot with 360 video capabilities that can follow reporters
DuCille isn't just your average video journalist. This remote-controlled robot can follow reporters as they move on the scene and capture high quality 360 video.
Why did Raleigh get a logo?
Raleigh invested in the design of a new logo, which costed nearly a quarter of a million dollars.
New MJ-school curriculum aims to prepare students for new job market
The School of Media and Journalism announced a new curriculum structure last week. Charlie Tuggle, the senior associate dean of the school, sees the change as a necessary adaption to a rapidly changing industry.
Duke professor attempts to ban student journalists from class
A Duke University economics professor’s syllabus prohibiting The Duke Chronicle writers from taking the class has been met with public concern and outcry.
Crash Campaign pull all-nighters to help local businesses
Fueled by lots of coffee, bagels, granola bars and pizza, close to 80 students spent 24 hours straight planning advertising and public relations campaigns for small Chapel Hill businesses, non-profits and start-ups this weekend in a competition known as Crash Campaign.
