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Journalism is not often perceived as an emotionally challenging career, but journalists can experience any number of traumatic stress symptoms from stories that they cover, especially those involving death or human suffering. These are the topics Gretchen Hoak, Ph.D., associate professor of journalism, explores in her new podcast “Informed Reporting,” which launched March 16.  

Did you know that every student who earns an undergraduate degree from the School of Media and Journalism is required to complete at least one professional internship for credit? It’s not just a box to check. This requirement reflects our commitment to ensuring students are truly prepared for the “real world.” The 1-credit internship requires that students work at least 150 hours in a professional setting with qualified supervision over the course of a semester.

����Թ� State Student Media produces seven print magazines spanning fashion, sports, design, culture and campus life. These publications reflect thoughtful reporting and creative work from our students. Yet many potential readers never encounter them. The barrier is simple: there are not enough campus display racks to consistently place these magazines where students and visitors naturally gather.

Without visible distribution points, strong content has limited reach.