Media, Film & Journalism at DU

08/04/2026

Storytellers, journalists, filmmakers, and communicators... they all start here.📰 🎥

Pursuing a degree in Media, Film & Journalism Studies at the grants you the opportunity to build the path that's right for you — whether it's behind the camera, in the newsroom, or at the conference table, shaping how organizations communicate with the world.

07/30/2026

This summer, eight students traded the classroom for Costa Rican rainforests as part of a week-long environmental filmmaking course, led by faculty Roma Sur.🎥

Students explored Monteverde's cloud forest reserve, crossed the Selvatura hanging bridges, and joined a sea turtle nesting tour in Tortuguero — all while producing original short films and reels inspired by the landscapes and wildlife around them.🐢🌺

"I came home with new friends, great memories, and an even greater appreciation for stepping outside of my comfort zone," one student said.🌎

✈️Read more about how & are quintessential to the student experience: https://loom.ly/EqImp0M

07/22/2026

faculty leading the way...🎥🎨

Earlier this summer, professors Joe Brown and Kareem El Damanhoury co-taught a video storytelling course at the Denver Women’s Correctional Facility, in which they educated incarcerated individuals on and collaboratively worked on a short documentary about the role of art in incarceration.🎨

“I have always enjoyed teaching multimedia storytelling classes, but this one has been extra special,” El Damanhoury said. “As we all share human experiences of using art for self-expression, coping with challenging circumstances, and trying to thrive, art helps connect us.”

🌟Interested in reading more about the transformative work of faculty? Visit : https://loom.ly/CQHhymo

07/16/2026

Five things that make , MFJS.🎬

Here, you'll create with the same tools modern and use, tell stories that matter to your community, and learn from internationally recognized faculty who are mentors first. Add in , travel courses, and a network of and local partners, and you're not just learning about media, you're shaping it.✨

07/01/2026

This week's spotlights a first-of-its-kind COIL (Collaborative Online International Learning) project between and Whistling Woods International, a film and creative arts institute located in Mumbai, India.🎥🗺️

faculty member Roma Sur partnered with WWI faculty to bring students together to explore filmmaking, culture, and storytelling across borders. Learn more from the students & professors of the project:

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

06/19/2026

Last week, the spotlight was on seniors and student filmmakers at this year's InShort Student Showcase, in which they unveiled 5 student films and recognized outstanding seniors for their achievements in the department. The future is bright for this group, and we're so excited to see what comes next! 🎥❤️💛

Special cheers to faculty member, Sheila Schroeder, who will retire after 29 years of teaching & mentoring film students at the 👏

06/17/2026

Our community came together last week to celebrate our graduate students and their outstanding work during their time at the . We are so proud of you and excited for what's next! 🎓

06/08/2026

is proud to celebrate two outstanding graduate students who are graduating this spring! 🎓 Fallyn Richmond and Brittany Porte have been recognized for their academic excellence, professional growth and contributions to their respective programs.

✨ Check out their reflections on being an graduate student & what's next after by visiting : https://loom.ly/gohKdLs

06/05/2026

We are so proud of you, Ella!