UAlbany Communication Department

04/11/2025

Gordon Huie calls himself the world’s only “triple" survivor from the September 11th, 2001 terror attacks. After surviving the World Trade Center attacks, the orthopedic surgeon and rescue worker began operating on patients at Beekman Hospital. He also lost his sister on 9/11.

04/09/2025

Important Dates for AcaDamien's Bookstore

🎓 The last day to purchase your cap & gown is 🗓️ April 30th

📚 The rental return due date is 🗓️ May 14th

04/04/2025

We’re bringing grad school info to you! Visit our tabling events this April to explore programs and get your questions answered. Where will we be seeing you? Let us know in the comments!

04/04/2025

Nominations are open for NCA Interest Group Awards. The National Office recently added several Interest Groups to the portal. Click on the link to see the calls. The Deadline to submit is May 15.

Click this link to send in your nominations: https://www.natcom.org/nca-interest-group-awards-call-for-2025-nominations/

04/04/2025

Congratulations to J.T. Stone, who has won the 2025 Ronald Schafer Memorial Fund Scholarship For the Outstanding Graduating Senior in Journalism AND the Rowley Award for his radio story on Medical Aid in Dying!

An Honors Journalism major, Stone has published more than 100 news articles throughout his high school and college careers, across mediums including newspapers, news websites and public radio stations. An ambitious writer and producer, Stone plans to pursue a career in journalism covering politics and policy, with an interest as well in the arts and entertainment beat.

During his sophomore year, Stone interned at Hot Press, Ireland's premier entertainment magazine, where he pitched and wrote over 70 stories on topics ranging from Ireland’s homelessness crisis and the 2024 U.S. presidential election to live coverage of the 2023 Academy Awards and concerts of global superstars Lewis Capaldi and Lizzo. He went on to intern during his junior year at WAMC Northeast Public Radio, which he says “strengthened his news judgment and confidence speaking to elected officials.” His daily duties included writing copy about breaking news spanning seven states, gathering audio for weekend newscasts by attending press conferences and interviewing state lawmakers. For his final project, he pitched, researched, wrote and tracked a 10-minute radio package about the New York Medical Aid in Dying Act.

See the link below for J.T.'s story on Medical Aid in Dying: https://www.wamc.org/news/2024-04-27/new-york-considers-medical-aid-in-dying-act-for-ninth-consecutive-year

04/01/2025

Thinking about grad school? Come see what our department has to offer! Join us on April 15 from 12-2 PM in LC 27 to meet faculty, chat with current students, and learn more about our programs. See you there!

Thinking about grad school? Stop by Lecture Center 27 this April to chat with departments from the College of Arts and Sciences and explore exciting opportunities!

03/25/2025

Looking for a Fall 2025 internship?

UAlbany Dining is recruiting marketing interns for the 2025 Street Team!

📅 Join us on Wednesday, March 26th
🕛 12-2 PM
📍 Across from the Corner Deli

Stop by to learn more—we hope to see you there! 👀💜💛

03/25/2025

🚨 Big News! 🚨

Aedan Perry's outstanding reporting in Professor Laney Salisbury's Advanced Reporting class helped Spotlight News snag TWO awards at the NY Press Association’s Better Newspaper Contest! 🏆✨

Aedan’s coverage on Albany’s cabaret license law earned the paper a 3rd place win in Arts & Entertainment! 🎤

This achievement shines a spotlight on the incredible work being done by student journalists through the SUNY Institute for Local News Initiative. Congrats to Aedan, Professor Salisbury, and the Spotlight News team! 🎉👏

SARATOGA SPRINGS—Spotlight News earned two awards in the New York Press Association’s annual Better Newspaper Contest, announced at the organization’s spring convention and trade show on Thursday and Friday, March 20 and 21. The paper placed third in Arts and Entertainment Coverage and second ...

03/14/2025

Communication PhD candidate Pallavi Khurana and Associate Professor Archana Krishnan go over how hashtags play a significant role in shaping impressions on social media! 🧐

Ready to explore how hashtags affect your online persona? Check out the full study!

Hashtags are integral to conversations and discussions on social media and are used to communicate emotions and meaning. However, little is known abou…

03/03/2025

Are you considering working in Government or a Non-Profit Organization after college? We’re bringing together alumni of UAlbany’s Communication Department on Thursday, March 6 from 7-8:15pm to talk about their experiences in the Government and Non-Profit sectors and how you can prepare for a career in these mission-driven, impactful fields! Each alum will share what it is like to work in their field as well as tips on how you can best prepare for your future career. This panel will be held virtually with an opportunity for Q&A. Please use this link to register: https://www.alumni.albany.edu/s/1642/bp19/interior.aspx?sid=1642&pgid=4482&gid=2&cid=13788&ecid=13788&post_id=0 or scan the QR code below!

02/27/2025

Students in Stephen Madarasz’s section of Intro to Mass Communication welcomed an outstanding guest speaker ,Chyresse Wells, recently for firsthand insight into strategic Public Affairs communication.

Wells serves as Vice President for Corning Place Communications in Albany and offered valuable perspective on representing the interest of clients in today’s complex media and public policy environment. Her informal conversation featured extensive questions and answers ranging from media relations, to use of technology in professional communications activity to how students can better prepare for the work of the future.

Prior to joining Corning Place Communications, Wells served as Deputy press Secretary for the New York State Governor and in other communications capacities for the Empire State Development Corporation and Rensselaer County Regional Chamber of Commerce.

She is also the past President of the Capital Region Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America.

02/27/2025

Current UAlbany Students can apply for University at Albany Alumni Association scholarships each academic year. Scholarship applications are now being accepted.

02/21/2025

Are you considering working in Government or a Non-Profit Organization after college? We’re bringing together alumni of UAlbany’s Communication Department to talk about their experiences in the Government and Non-Profit sectors and how you can prepare for a career in these mission-driven, impactful fields! Each alum will share what it is like to work in their field as well as tips on how you can best prepare for your future career. This panel will be held virtually with an opportunity for Q&A. Click here to register: https://www.alumni.albany.edu/s/1642/bp19/interior.aspx?sid=1642&pgid=4482&gid=2&cid=13788&ecid=13788&post_id=0 (or scan the QR code below).

02/20/2025

02/20/2025

The National Communication Association invites you to play a vital role in shaping our 111th Annual Convention: Communicate to Elevate. This year, we're excited to offer an enhanced reviewer application process that allows you to simultaneously volunteer as a chair and/or respondent for convention sessions. Click this link to learn more:https://tinyurl.com/nca2025callforreviewers

02/19/2025

Elaine Salisbury has been named a 2025 Center for Community News Champion by the Center for Community News at the University of Vermont!

This distinguished recognition celebrates Elaine’s exceptional leadership in creating and enhancing university-led student news reporting in her region. Along with this accolade, she will receive a $1,000 award, personalized coaching, and the chance to collaborate with peers nationwide.

Elaine, your unwavering commitment to student journalism and community-driven storytelling is truly inspiring! We are truly proud to have you representing the University at Albany, SUNY on this national platform.

Congratulations to Elaine on this well-earned achievement!

02/08/2025

The call for submissions for the 111th Annual Convention is now open! The submission deadline is: March 31, 2025, 11:59 PM PT.

This year we have streamlined access to NCA’s Convention Central. Your NCA Account is now integrated with NCA’s Convention Central. Please note that last year’s Convention Central credentials are no longer valid. Log in to your NCA account to access the submission portal.

To submit, please click here: https://tinyurl.com/callforsubmissionsnca2025. We look forward to your contributions that will help elevate the field of communication.

Questions? Email us at [email protected]