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In Memoriam: John Starr, UFCJC Alum and Advertising Adjunct Instructor

Monday April 8, 2024

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Advertising Adjunct Instructor and alumni Walter John Starr, Ph.D. 2013, passed away on April 6 in Gainesville, Florida. He was 78. “John was more than a teacher. He was a mentor and a guiding light, known for his passion for advertising and his deep commitment to […]
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UFCJC Alum Honored as a 2023 IRE National Journalism Awards Finalist for Fresh Take Florida Story

Monday April 8, 2024

University of Florida College  of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) alum, Troy Myers, B.S. Journalism 2023, was recognized as a finalist in the 2023 Investigative Reporters & Editors (IRE) National Journalism Awards in the Student – Large category for the Fresh Take Florida story “University of Florida Removes Years of Campus Crime Data Online.” The awards […]
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Study: User Understanding Can Lead to a Positive Attitude Toward AI-Enabled Technologies

Monday April 8, 2024

A new study has found that perceived AI ethics can play a vital role in mediating between self-efficacy and technological factors and lead to a more positive attitude toward AI technologies. The findings by Seungahn Nah, Dianne Snedaker Chair in Media Trust and research director for the Consortium on Trust in Media and Technology at […]
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Angela Bradbery Honored as Mentor of the Year in 2024 PRNEWS Impact Communications Awards

Thursday March 28, 2024

Angela Bradbery, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Frank Karel Chair in Public Interest Communications, was honored as Mentor of the Year in the 2024 PRNEWS Impact Communications Awards. Formerly known as the PRNEWS Social Impact Awards, the awards honor outstanding corporate social responsibility, environmental and social governance, and diversity, equity and […]
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Andrew Selepak Comments on Reaction to Florida’s Social Media Ban on Children’s Accounts

Tuesday March 26, 2024

Andrew Selepak, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology instructional assistant professor, is quoted in “Young TikTok Star in Lake City Reacts to Florida’s New Social Media Ban” posted on wcjb.com on March 25. The story focuses on a new Florida law taking effect at the end of 2024 […]
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UFCJC Student Film is a Finalist in the 29th Annual Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films

Tuesday March 26, 2024

Luigi Bencosme, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology (MPMT) senior, is a finalist in the 29th annual Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films (SSOF) College Feature/Short category for his independent study film “Sweet Nothing.” The film was chosen from 529 entries reviewed by 47 industry judges from around […]
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UFCJC Advertising Faculty, Doctoral Students and Alumni Recognized at 2024 AAA Annual Conference

Tuesday March 19, 2024

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) Advertising faculty, doctoral students and alumni were recognized at the 2024 American Academy of Advertising (AAA) Annual Conference in Portland, Oregon, from March 14-17. Yuan Sun, UFCJC Advertising assistant professor, was the co-recipient of a 2024 AAA Research Fellowship to study “Navigating the New Frontier: Understanding […]
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Andrew Selepak Comments on Possible TikTok Ban

Thursday March 14, 2024

Andrew Selepak, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology instructional assistant professor, is featured in “House to Vote on TikTok Ban: Here’s What You Need to Know” posted on CNBC.com on March 8. Selepak and NBC and MSNBC Legal Analyst Danny Cevallos appeared on CNBC’s “Power Lunch” to discuss […]
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Five Alumni Inducted into 2024 UFCJC Hall of Fame

Monday March 11, 2024

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) will induct five alumni into the College’s Hall of Fame at an annual awards ceremony on April 20, 2024. This honor was created in 1970 to recognize alumni who have excelled in their careers and has been awarded to only 177 alumni out of some 35,000 graduates. The 2024 […]
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Five UFCJC Alums Selected for 2024 “40 Gators Under 40” Awards

Thursday March 7, 2024

Five University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) alumni were selected for UF Alumni Association’s 2024 “40 Gators Under 40” Awards. The awards recognize young alumni whose achievements positively reflect UF. The 2024 honorees include: Ashley Andrews, B.S. Journalism 2007, is vice president and group creative director for global advertising agency R/GA in […]
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Andrew Selepak Comments on TikTok and the Dangers of Social Media

Tuesday March 5, 2024

Andrew Selepak, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology instructional assistant professor, is quoted in “TikTok Mostly Passive Consumption Platform Dominated By Active Posters, Study Shows” posted on cbs12.com on Feb. 23. The story focuses on a TikTok study indicating that the top 25% most active users generate 98% […]
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UFCJC Alumnus Ron Sachs Receives Knighthood from Italian Charitable Order

Wednesday February 28, 2024

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) alumnus Ron Sachs, B.S. Journalism 1972 and Hall of Fame 1998, was recently knighted into The Royal Order of Francis I, a prestigious order in Italy established by the Royal House of Bourbon two centuries ago. The Italian charitable order honors individuals for significant contributions to […]
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Associated Press Sports Editors Student Chapter Established at UFCJC

Wednesday February 28, 2024

The University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications (UFCJC) has been accepted as the 13th student chapter of the Associated Press Sports Editors (APSE). UFCJC Journalism Sports Lecturer Ryan Hunt, B.S. Journalism 1997, will serve as faculty adviser. APSE is an organization consisting of nearly 400 sports editors, journalism educators, writers and students. Their […]
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Study: Lack of Media Coverage of Olympic Women’s Sports Events Implies that Their Sports Do Not Matter as Much as Men’s

Monday February 26, 2024

A new study has found that the lack of women’s sports coverage outside the Summer Olympics gives audiences the idea that women’s athletics may not matter. The findings by Roxane Coche, University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Media Production, Management, and Technology (MPMT) interim department chair and associate professor, and University of North […]
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UFCJC Students and Staff Honored in 2024 AAF North Central Florida ADDY Awards Competition

Friday February 23, 2024

University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications Advertising students and staff were the recipients of 2024 American Advertising Federation (AAF) North Central Florida student and professional ADDY awards. The annual contest, coordinated by AAF North Central Florida chapter, honors creative work completed in 2023. The awards were presented at an ADDY Awards Gala on […]
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