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Events
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2025–2026 Academic Year in Photos
As we wrap up the 2025-2026 academic year, we’re reflecting on the achievements of our students, faculty and staff, numerous events and other important moments that made this year so special.
Highlights from the 2026 SJMC Spring Graduation Celebration
Read highlights from our 2026 spring graduation celebration, including keynote remarks from Zack Zaban, closing remarks from Director Katy Culver and photos from the event.
Celebrating the 2026 Alumni Award Winners
The School of Journalism and Mass Communication has announced its winners of the 2026 Alumni Awards. A ceremony will be held on Friday, April 24.
Zack Zaban, SVP and Global Media Business Director at Starcom, to Deliver Keynote Speech to Spring 2026 SJMC Graduates
Zack Zaban (BA’11), data and digital media strategy expert, will deliver the keynote address at the 2026 SJMC Graduation Celebration on May 8.
Save the Date! Day of the Badger Returns April 14–15
Day of the Badger is back on April 14 and 15. Join the party to pay it forward to current and future generations of communicators.
Highlights from Democracy in the Balance with Andy Lack
At “Democracy in the Balance,” media leader Andy Lack and SJMC Director Katy Culver discussed journalism’s role in democracy, polarization and rebuilding trust.
Q&A With Documentary Filmmaker and UW Alum Rachel Bozich
Award-winning documentary filmmaker Rachel Bozich returns to UW–Madison for an interactive talk on true crime, ethics and storytelling after tragedy.
2025 Communications Career and Resource Fair Bridges the Gap Between Employers and Students
The 2025 Communications Career and Resource Fair connected over 125 students with 35+ employers from across the communications industry.
SJMC Breaks Donation Records During Fill the Hill 2025
Thanks to our “Flock”stars, the SJMC has beat donation records for another year. Ourtudents, faculty and staff are beyond grateful!