Meet SJMC alumna Sadie Dorf, a social media and earned media leader behind Hidden Valley Ranch’s Ranchbassador program, as she shares career insights, advice for students, and memorable experiences at UW-Madison.
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Comedy With Heart: Six SJMC Alumni Making Their Mark in Comedy and Entertainment
From stand‑up to screenwriting, meet six SJMC alumni in comedy and entertainment who are shaping how humor bridges divides and shapes the human experience.
Sharon Stark Establishes $1 Million Investigative Journalism Professorship
Long-time SJMC supporter Sharon Stark gave $1 million to create the Sharon Stark Professorship, strengthening investigative journalism education and supporting future reporters.
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.
Q&A with 2026 Ralph O. Nafziger Award Winner Kynala Phillips
A Q&A With Kynala Phillips on her career journey as a Black journalist and work with community-based media.
Q&A with Distinguished Service Award Winner Janell Wise
A Q&A with Janell Wise on media law at CBS News, navigating defamation and newsgathering, and her journey from UW–Madison to top legal roles.
Q&A with 2026 Ralph O. Nafziger Award Winner Shannon Malone
A Q&A with Shannon Malone Mazibuko on leading NBA communications, her path from UW–Madison to the Sacramento Kings, and advancing women in sports.
Q&A with 2026 Distinguished Service Award Winner Carla Oakley
A Q&A with Carla Oakley on a career in intellectual property law, advising global brands, and navigating advertising and digital risk.
Q&A with 2026 Ralph O. Nafziger Award Winner Molly Winding Dewey
A Q&A with Molly Winding Dewey on building Leena AI, improving women’s health access, and empowering women through technology and leadership.