Temerlin Advertising Institute - SMU

Introducing our December 2024 graduates! 🎓

We’re so proud of each and every one of you and will miss you at TAI. We can’t wait to see all the amazing things you’ll accomplish in the future. ❤️

A huge congratulations to our four students who had the amazing opportunity to fly to Washington, D.C., and present at the USPS Insight Challenge alongside Professor Andrew Elliott! ✈️

They were one of only two schools selected nationwide—what an incredible achievement! 🎉 We’re so proud of you all. To learn more, check out the blog via the link in our bio

We had so much fun celebrating our 2024 December graduates at Maggiano’s! 🎓 So happy for you all and excited for what’s ahead! 🌟

Advertising Campaigns is the capstone for all Advertising majors taught by Professor Gordon Law. The students visited Southwest Airlines’ Headquarters to present their final campaign. ✈️

We want to extend our gratitude to Corri Reichert, Julia Jenkins Melle, and Mary O’Connor for this incredible learning opportunity for our students!

✨ Meet our Student Spotlight, Emily Way! ✨

Originally from Wales and a Swansea University graduate, Emily is now close to completing her first semester of graduate school at TAI! 🎓 🌟

Celebrating SMU’s journey to the ACC Championship by shining a spotlight on Professor Hadeler and his graduate campaign class! 🌟

Under Professor Hadeler’s guidance, seven graduate students tackled the exciting challenge of creating a comprehensive campaign for SMU’s big move to the ACC.

Don’t forget to cheer on your Mustangs on Saturday December 7th—Pony Up! 🏈🐴

SMU Advertising is traveling to Washington DC! ✉️✈️

Samantha Hernandez, Athena Mamatas, and Jaime Maybery are the 2024 Semifinalists in The USPS Innovation Challenge! They are traveling to DC for the final competition so make sure to send them your best wishes!

We are so proud of you!

TAI Professor Dr. Alice Kendrick and Mallorie Rodak (M.A. ’11) are helping visualize career pathways for multicultural advertising professionals in the U.S.

During their Los Angeles visit, they connected with alumni Mindy Hamilton and toured The Walt Disney Company!

🔗 Link in bio to read our blog

Happy thanksgiving from TAI! 🦃 We are incredibly grateful for our students, alumni, professors and staff that have become family 🤍

Thankful for all the incredible guest speakers who shared their knowledge, passion, and insights with us! 🤍

HOME IS A JOURNEY MARCH 💕

On November 15th, Willie Baronet led the 6th annual home is a journey march, spreading kindness and raising awareness for those in need within our community.

Inside Look ✨ Meet Bella Cox, Marketing Coordinator for Temerlin Advertising Institute!

"Being a TA last semester and part of the marketing team at the Temerlin Advertising Institute has been an amazing experience. I love coming in each day and working alongside incredible students and professors. TAI truly feels like family, and I’m so grateful for all the friends I’ve made along the way."

Insider Talks with Warner Bros 🎥 & PepsiCo 🥤

Art Bound Initiative is hosting learning conversations with professionals on how to succeed in the industry. Registration link in bio.

Willie Baronet was invited to DDB Chicago’ Creativity Week!

Professor Baronet was interviewed by TAI Alumni Rachel Wagner and shared his project with fellow professionals.

Behind the scenes 📸 Liby Navarro, TA and Marketing Coordinator for TAI

“Being a TA has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my graduate journey. The connections I’ve built with my students have not only shaped their growth, but have also reshaped me, reminding me of the power of teaching and the incredible potential we all have to help others find their path.”

Dr. Joe Phua was invited to deliver keynote talks at Babeș-Bolyai University in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. The opportunity expanded our academic vision of “Better Advertising. Better World.” 🌍

Read our blog, link in bio.

Meet this week’s Student Spotlight, Ethan Jones! ✨ A TAI senior studying advertising with a creative specialization. This semester Ethan is spending his time abroad in Barcelona!🇪🇸

Scroll over to read about his travels!

Creative Speed Dating in Professor Mark Allen’s class! 🎨✨ Creative professionals join to provide valuable feedback on students’ work!

Betty Jane Thomas proudly represented Kappa at SMU’s Homecoming! 💙🐎

As the VP of Standards, she balances her leadership role with her academic journey as a double major in Fashion Media and Advertising with a Strategic Brand Management specialization.

Happy Halloween from TAI! 🎃