Scripps College of Communication Stories

Recent Coms grads
Alumni

Recent Communication Studies graduates are finding a variety of job opportunities available to them

Many recent alumni are finding that a communication studies degree prepares them for a variety of careers. The major equips students with strong oral and written communication, among other skills.

Storytelling and Theme Parks Fall 2019
The OHIO Experience

In a Nutshell: How Beth Novak brings immersive storytelling to life

Ever wondered how people design popular theme parks like The Wizarding World of Harry Potter or Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge? These experiences transport visitors into new worlds through storytelling and strategic design that engage all five senses. See how students at OHIO learn the methods behind the magic.

Podcasting class
Podcasting

Podcasting course showcases the power of storytelling by bringing real-world experiences and perspectives into the classroom

Since podcasting is only a little over 20 years old, you may wonder how an instructor could fill 15 weeks, make the content engaging and keep students interested - the answer is through storytelling.

Bryan Kurp stands behind a camera wearing a mask, with a dramatic sunset as background
Covering Sports

Prepared for anything

How this OHIO grad made sports coverage work despite COVID

Michael Lorentz
Alumni

Michael Lorentz developed his love of live TV at WOUB

Growing up in the small town of Circleville, Ohio, Michael Lorentz didn’t have much exposure to the world of radio and television broadcasting.

FRONTLINE documentary
WOUB

E.W. Scripps School of Journalism and WOUB Public Media co-sponsor free screening of award-winning PBS FRONTLINE documentary

The Scripps School of Journalism and WOUB will co-sponsor a screening of the PBS FRONTLINE documentary, "Putin’s Attack on Ukraine: Documenting War Crimes," on Feb. 6, from at the Athena Cinema.

An OHIO residence hall and the trees and bushes around it are covered in snow
OHIO Events

OHIO celebrates Data Privacy Week 2025 with student award, competition

As part of the week’s activities, the Privacy Office, in collaboration with J. Warren McClure School of Emerging Communication Technologies, proudly announces the return of the Westin Scholar Award.

Cutler Hall and the College Green are shown covered in snow on a cold day in January 2025
OHIO Research

Provost Undergraduate Research Funds awarded to 26 OHIO students

The Ohio University Provost Undergraduate Research Fund award program provided 26 students with a total of $29,353 in funding for their original research, scholarship and creative work.

Francine Orr and Sankha Karr
Photojournalism

VisCom Knight Fellows duo featured in Spotlight Exhibition

The photography exhibit featuring work by the School of Visual Communication's Knight Fellows will run through February 14.

Members of the Veterans and Military Student Services Center during OHIO's annual veteran suicide awareness campaign event.
Rankings & Recognitions

Ohio University recognized by Military Times as one of the top institutions for military service members and veterans

For over a decade, Military Times’ “Best for Vets: Colleges” has helped veterans make informed choices about their educational futures, showcasing institutions dedicated to supporting their unique needs.

Cy Dodson
Alumni

Award-Winning independent filmmaker Cy Dodson discovered his creative passion in the Scripps College of Communication

Cy Dodson’s (BSC ’96) career as an independent filmmaker has garnered him much recognition, but the School of Media Arts and Studies audio production major wasn’t always pursuing a career in film.

WOUB Wednesdays 2025
WOUB

Spring Semester 2025 WOUB Wednesdays schedule released, virtual conversations begin on Feb. 5

WOUB is excited to announce that Former Miss Universe President Paula Shugart ’81 and Makeup Artist Becky Minger will kick off the WOUB Wednesdays virtual speaker series for spring semester 2025. 

ISACA Fellowshios 2025
Fellowships

Six ITS students awarded ISACA fellowships

Senior Bernard Berchie was awarded the Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) Central Ohio Chapter Cybersecurity Fellowship this year.

A person's finger points to a digitally lit TikTok logo on a dark background
TikTok

Banning TikTok: Turning point for U.S. data security or threat to free speech?

In a move that has people talking about national security, free speech, and digital innovation, the United States government is poised to issue a ban on TikTok, one of the most popular social media platforms in the world.

OHIO Student Expo - Creativity and Discovery
OHIO Events

OHIO Student Expo registration now open

Ohio University students can win cash prizes at the annual event that highlights student research, scholarship and creative works.

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