At this year’s Communications Career and Resource Fair, 188 students met with 31 employers and 11 alumni to explore career paths, make professional connections and build confidence as they prepare to enter the industry.
Events
News about events happening in or related to SJMC.
Q&A with ESPN Radio Host and UW Alum Evan Cohen (BA’02)
ESPN Radio host Evan Cohen (BA-02) shares what drew him to radio while at UW–Madison, his advice for students hoping to go into sports broadcasting and what remains essential to good storytelling in today’s media landscape.
Flock On! Fill the Hill Returns October 1–2
Support endless opportunities at the School of Journalism and Mass Communication during Fill the Hill for 24 hours on October 1 and 2.
Public Tech Media Lab hosts first Digital Investigations Bootcamp
SJMC’s Public Tech Media Lab launched the Midwest’s first Digital Investigations Bootcamp, training journalists and students in OSINT and digital verification.
Day of the Badger 2026: By the Numbers
Day of the Badger 2026 was a smashing success. See how the SJMC did by the numbers.
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.