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The Case for Working with Student Journalists
College administrators and student newspaper reporters have a fraught history. It’s not uncommon to hear of administrators stonewalling student journalists’ […]
Taking a more humane approach to academic program reviews
Academic program reviews are never easy for anyone involved. They can create an us-versus-them dynamic between faculty, who feel blindsided, […]
When Luck—and Placements—Comes in Threes
My work with the TVP Communications team on thought leadership placements in August aligned with my superstition that good luck comes in […]
Getting Buy-In From PR-Resistant Faculty
As communicators, we know how essential partnerships are with faculty and senior administrators to do our jobs well. But sometimes, […]
What the SCOTUS NCAA Decision Means for Campus Communicators
It’s no surprise Teresa, our resident college athletics enthusiast, had some thoughts following last month’s unanimous SCOTUS ruling on NCAA […]
Profit Motives Make Fixing College Sports Nearly Impossible
Last month I had the opportunity to share my ideas about the history and finances of intercollegiate athletics and did so […]
Building Trust
According to a recent report from the Center for Postsecondary Research at Indiana University, Black students have significantly less trust […]
$2,000 Won’t Make You a Thought Leader
There has been a rise in pay-to-play media opportunities at well-established publications, and while there may be a role for […]