Robert Kolker speaks with the students of the Writing in Mass Media class in Old Main on Oct. 21. By Andrew SmithOctober 21, 2013 The first of this year’s Mass Comm Week presentations, investigative journalist and author Robert Kolker spoke with students on Oct. 21 at Old Main about his recently published book and offered advice for establishing a […]
By Tamara Johnson During the Grad student panel: “Why Go to Grad School?” Mass Comm graduate student, Sherry Kline went into detail on why she applied for grad school and what she has learned. Watch Kline list her top 3 reasons why Mass Comm students should go into graduate school.
By: Tyvia Chandler Three of Texas State’s alumni came back to the university today to speak with students about their experiences in the industry and give advice on things they have learned throughout their careers. Marissa Deslatte, media planner for The Company of Others, Brian Edwards, account coordinator for MOSAK Advertising and Insights and Jeremy Cox, director of digital […]
Robert Kolker discusses “Lost Girls” with his audience. By Nicolle Beltz Robert Kolker, a contributing editor at New York magazineand author of “Lost Girls”, visited Texas State University this afternoon to speak with students about the importance of using visuals to tell a story. Kolker’s discussion focused on his most recent nonfiction book, “Lost Girls”, which explores the lives of […]
By Juliette Moak Texas Tribune CEO and Editor Evan Smith spoke to students today on the topics of bipartisan journalism and technology skills for emerging journalists. The Tribune, a nonprofit that seeks to engage and inform the Texas electorate through the use of interactive data, is an example of a new journalism model that employs the use of technology in storytelling.“The […]
Texas State Students preparing for Evan Smith’s panel during Mass Comm Week by whipping out their phones. Jon Zmikly, introducing Evan Smith during Texas State’s Mass Comm Week. Evan smith, left, before starting his panel at Texas State’s Mass Comm Week. Jon Zmikly, moderator of the Evan Smith panel, troubleshooting the live video broadcast during Mass Comm Week. Evan Smith […]
Interactive Storytelling Evan Smith The Texas Tribune As one of the most innovative nonprofit news organizations in the country, The Texas Tribune focuses on government and data. Gaining the national spotlight in summer ’13 after livestreaming Texas Sen. Wendy Davis’ filibuster at the Texas Capitol, the Tribune continues to lead the way in tech innovation and interactive storytelling. Hear from CEO […]
Gustavo Arellano, Editor of Orange County Weekly Video streaming by Ustream Annie Werner, Arts Evangelist at Tumblr Video streaming by Ustream Ethan Zuckerman, Director MIT Center for Civic Media Video streaming by Ustream Luis Patino, Univision Video streaming by Ustream Digital Journalism: Karla Leal and Diego Aparicio, Part I Video streaming by UstreamVideo streaming by Ustream […]
Dive in. Explore. Innovate. Mass Comm Week is a full-immersion experience, with activities and opportunities to learn about the profession you plan to enter. Students lead the way Monday, with Open House featuring campus media and student organizations. Stop by Old Main between 10:30 and 1:30 pm. to network with peers from KTSW and the University Star, Bobcat Promotions, Women […]
Advertising Alumni Panel Video streaming by Ustream Alyssa Robinson, Rockfish Interactive Video streaming by Ustream Annie Werner, Arts Evangelist at Tumblr Check out the Google Hangout below! How to Break into Sports Writing David Hinojosa, sportswriter, San Antonio Express-NewsFollow Hinojosa’s journey through his own eyes as he discusses his career. Sponsored by D. D. […]
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication is hosting its annual Mass Comm Week, Oct. 6-10, 2025. This year, we have some amazing events both in person and online! Don’t miss out on the chance to look to the future and hear professionals discuss issues, trends and careers in mass media. Visit our Schedule page to learn more about each event and panel.