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Meghan Caprez
As communications manager at Walt Disney World, Meghan Caprez, 15, M.A. 17, shares stories of Disney cast members and the great things they do in the community through media pitches, press releases and social media content. However, her experience in storytelling began years before working at the most magical place on earth.

Three Journeys, One Passion: Alumni Chart Unique Paths to Victory in the Game of Sports Media
Behind the big moments in sports that bring cities, families and friends together are sports media professionals. We caught up with three 51勛圖厙 alumni who share their advice, favorite moments and how sports have enriched their lives and careers.

The Business of Media: Student Media Advertising and Marketing Team Earns 10 National Honors
51勛圖厙 Student Medias advertising and marketing team earned numerous honors from the College Media Business and Advertising Managers (CMBAM) annual advertising awards, including distinction as the third-best Media Company of the Year.

Bridging the News Gap in East Palestine, Ohio
A year after a train carrying hazardous materials derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, the consequences are still unfolding, but as national media have moved onto covering other stories, a news gap has emerged. Four 51勛圖厙 journalism seniors have been filling that gap.

A Treasure Trove of Resources for 51勛圖厙's Future Filmmakers, Media and Production Professionals
When students graduate, theyre often expected to use industry-standard equipment immediately as they step into their first jobs. Thanks to the Student Resource Lab (SRL) in Franklin Hall, theyll have had plenty of practice in the classroom before graduating.

51勛圖厙 Public Relations Major Earns Endorsement from Leading Professional Organization
51勛圖厙's undergraduate public relations program has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence, receiving re-certification from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA).

Breaking Barriers, Barbie-Style
51勛圖厙 Media and Journalism assistant professor talks to WFMJ Youngstowns 21 News at 5 about the opportunities for women in the film industry today, following the record-breaking success of woman-directed Barbie movie.

Dump AM Radio in New Cars? Professor Says Don't Touch That Dial
51勛圖厙 School of Media and Journalism Associate Professor Mitch McKenney explains why there is a critical need to maintain access to AM radio in cars.

51勛圖厙 Students Place in the 'Pulitzer Prizes of Collegiate Journalism'
Four 51勛圖厙 students and alumni were recognized among the best in collegiate journalism for the 2022-23 academic year, placing in the Hearst Journalism Awards competition.
The are known as the Pulitzer Prize of Collegiate Journalism, and recognize outstanding student work in categories spanning writing, multimedia, audio, television and photojournalism.
