Scripps College of Communication Stories

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.

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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.

Travis Irvine
Alumni

Filmmaker, Journalist and Comedian found freedom to be himself at Ohio University and WOUB

When Travis Irvine looks back on his career, he remembers something his Ohio University commencement speaker, Brian Unger, BSC ‘87 said.

WOUB mindful media panel
Alumni

WOUB to host Mindful Media panel discussion

The world of media and journalism is fast-paced and exciting, but as young media professionals enter the industry it can be difficult to balance the stress that comes with first jobs and career changes.

Pam Kaylor Thailand
Study Abroad

Scripps College professor co-leads study abroad trip to Thailand over winter break

OHIO professors, staff and students from various campuses and online celebrated the start of the new year in Thailand as part of a 10-day experiential learning study abroad trip.

An OHIO graduate wears a cap that says OU '24 at Commencement
Forever OHIO

OHIO Online hosts Virtual Graduation Recognition Ceremony for Fall 2024 graduates

The event, hosted via a live-streaming platform, brought together Ohio University graduates, families, and faculty from around the world in a dynamic and accessible format.

Advertising student org NEXT
Experiential Learning

Scripps student-run advertising agency develops campaign to lessen stigma around addiction and recovery

Students working at the new student-run advertising agency got something unexpected from one of their first clients during fall semester – a deeper understanding of addiction and recovery.

An aerial drone shot of the Athens campus on a snowy day in 2024
Year in review

Top 10 most-read OHIO Today stories of 2024

From the total solar eclipse to transformative gifts and top national rankings, OHIO Today captured events and achievements that defined 2024. Dive into the year’s most-read stories and relive the moments that made Bobcat history.

Andrew Burkle
Alumni

Food photographer Andrew Burkle ’09 believes it’s important to give back to current students

When Andrew Burkle came to OHIO he was an undecided major who couldn’t see what was in his future. Now, thanks to the Visual Communication program, his vision is crystal clear.

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