Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication

Register now for Power Hour: Career Insights with Tegna on Feb. 6 at 11:30 a.m. to learn about opportunities directly from Tegna recruiters. We know they're already excited about you, !

Sign up by Jan. 28: https://cronkite.asu.edu/events/2024/power-hour-career-insights-with-tegna/

Thought TikTok was getting banned? 🤔 The threat may have passed for now, but questions about the app’s fate still linger. Catch Cronkite professor Asheley Landrum breaking it down on 12News!

Watch now: https://youtu.be/7Y2wc7i1dnI?si=XsqhGYgNOL2QnSfH

Throwback to our last Night! We cannot wait to see you TODAY from 4 to 6 p.m. in the First Amendment Forum. Let's connect for a great semester. 🫶

Revisit the moment when a lost piece of history was found: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s 1964 speech at ASU!

Listen to King's speech and explore a slice of Sun Devil history: https://news.asu.edu/content/unknown-recording-1964-mlk-speech-asu-discovered

Today, Cronkite honors the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Dr. King's words remind us to use our skills as communicators to illuminate truth, amplify voices and inspire change in our communities with the time we have.

Learn more about the ASU Annual MLK Celebration: mlk.asu.edu

Cronkite students are covering all sides of the political spectrum as Cronkite News reports on Arizona’s reactions to Trump’s inauguration. Student Emma Paterson has the story, including who will be attending.

🔗 Read more: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/01/16/donald-trump-inauguration-ruben-gallego-kari-lake/

Cronkite students are gearing up for one of the chilliest inaugurations ever at our Washington, D.C. news bureau. Student Matthew DeWees previews the event here: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2025/01/17/navajo-voters-helped-donald-trump-win-inaugural-parade/

Dreaming of your next big opportunity? 💭 Explore everything you need to know about Cronkite internships Wednesday, Jan. 22 at 1:30. RSVP, and we'll see you there!

Learn more: https://cronkite.asu.edu/events/2024/everything-youve-ever-wanted-to-know-about-cronkite-internships-and-more-4/

Congratulations to the five Cronkite grads who have been named Roy W. Howard Fellows by the Scripps Howard Foundation! They’ll spend a full year reporting at top nonprofit newsrooms across the country. 📰 🌍

Read more: https://cronkite.asu.edu/news/2025/five-cronkite-graduates-awarded-fellowships-by-scripps-howard-foundation/

Cronkite Nation Night is back! 📢🔥

Join us Tuesday, Jan. 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the First Amendment Forum to meet new friends, explore clubs and organizations and discover all the resources available to you at Cronkite.

Learn more: https://cronkite.asu.edu/events/2024/cronkite-nation-night-2025/

From to Capitol Hill! Cronkite alum Vaughn Hillyard steps into a prestigious new position as White House correspondent for NBC News. 🔱

Read more: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/nbc-news-white-house-capitol-hill-correspondents-1236107728/

The first day of class in the new year hits different... Let's take on this semester stronger than ever! ☀️📚

Hey, ! Can you believe convocation was over three weeks ago? We can't stop reminiscing... 🎓✨

⏳ Entries are due tomorrow! Submit your best disability reporting by Jan. 10 for a shot at $2,500:

Entries open for Katherine Schneider Journalism Award and Gary Corcoran Student Prize for Excellence in Disability Reporting The National Center on Disability and Journalism (NCDJ) is now accepting award entries .

📣NEW EPISODE: Ananya Bhargava interviews Crystal Alvarez, an instructor at the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Focusing on the role of authenticity in , Alvarez explores the distinction between organic and paid content, the psychology of and reciprocity in building , and the impact of social media on consumer decisions.

Listen to the full episode here: https://businessjournalism.org/2025/01/content-that-matters/

Cronkite alum Caitlin Hale and Angelo Massagli, who starred as classmates in the 2003 film School of Rock, tied the knot! 🎸💍

Read more about how the couple reunited the cast for their wedding celebration:

‘School of Rock’ Cast Reunites for Caitlin Hale and Angelo Massagli’s Wedding Angelo Massagli and Caitlin Hale bonded as classmates in the 2003 Jack Black film. They brought the cast back together for their wedding.

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on how business and revenue models influence the stories 📰 we see—and those we don’t.

In an age where information and misinformation compete for attention, understanding the financial forces shaping the news is more important than ever. This event will explore challenges and innovations in media sustainability, transparency, and integrity worldwide💡🌍.
Cronkite School Professor Julia Wallace, the Frank Russell Chair in the Business of Journalism, will provide insights into the U.S. media landscape. She will then lead a panel discussion featuring The Hubert H Humphrey Fellows to share perspectives from their countries:
Людмил Каравасилев Bulgaria 🇧🇬
Emese Dudics Hungary 🇭🇺
Jean Paul Ibambe Rwanda 🇷🇼
Nkosikhona Dibiti Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

📅 Monday, Jan. 27 at 5 p.m.

📍 Cronkite School First Amendment Forum
555 N. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004

🔗 https://cronkite.asu.edu/events/2024/news-for-sale-how-business-models-influence-journalism-worldwide/

Pack your bags! 🌎 🧳

Questions about Cronkite’s Summer/Fall 2025 study abroad opportunities? Join us via Zoom Jan. 16, 2025 at 5 p.m. to explore all the juicy details (even funding your trip). Parents are welcome.

Learn more: https://cronkite.asu.edu/events/2024/january-study-abroad-info-2025/

📅 Only a few weeks left! Submit your best disability coverage for the National Center on Disability and Journalism journalism awards by Jan. 10, and you could win up to $2,500! DETAILS:

Entries open for Katherine Schneider Journalism Award and Gary Corcoran Student Prize for Excellence in Disability Reporting The National Center on Disability and Journalism (NCDJ) is now accepting award entries.

Unlock your investigative editing skills with our new online certificate from the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism. Learn at your own pace from Pulitzer-winning faculty and industry veterans starting January 2025. 🕵️‍♀️ 🖥️

Read more:

Cronkite School launches investigative editing certificate for working professionals Cronkite's Howard Center for Investigative Journalism faculty will teach the 12-module program for journalists wanting to develop investigative...

Deadline approaching! Apply for the James B. Steele Fellowship by Jan. 1, 2025 to launch your investigative journalism career with full tuition to the MAIJ or MMC program, a stipend and real-world experience at Cronkite. 🔎

📆 Apply today: https://businessjournalism.org/fellowship/

Happy Holidays, !

As 2024 signs off, we’re raising a mug of hot cocoa to our storytellers and innovators. Wishing you joy, inspiration and just the right amount of holiday snacks. 💛❤️

Join us on Feb. 4 as we honor CNN’s Wolf Blitzer with the 41st Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism! 🌟 Get your tickets now:

41st Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism The Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism recognizes a leading figure in journalism for their contributions to the industry.