Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication

06/03/2026

Go behind the scenes with Shelby E. as she covers the Team USA roster reveal event in New York City for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

To keep up with our students reporting across the country, visit: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/sports/

06/01/2026

At the Cronkite School, students prepare for career success from day one.

After completing one of our immersive capstone courses, students like Jodicee H. graduate with full-time roles in their chosen industries.

To learn more about how Cronkite connects students to their dream careers, visit: https://cronkite.asu.edu/experiences

05/29/2026

Congratulations to BrieAnna Frank and Taylor Seely, two Cronkite alumni whose work on the USA TODAY Network’s First Amendment reporting team helped earn the 2026 AEJMC First Amendment Award.

The five-journalist team was recognized for its reporting on press freedom issues across the United States and will be formally honored Aug. 7, at the AEJMC annual conference in New Orleans.

05/28/2026

Cronkite News: Phoenix Sports Bureau students kicked off Team USA's 2026 World Cup season at the U.S. Soccer roster reveal in New York City.

This summer, our students will report and produce multimedia content across the country covering all things World Cup.

Stay tuned for more!

05/20/2026

Congratulations to Sophie S. on winning a Silver Telly Award.

Her documentary, “Cost of Sugar,” explores the dangers of the sugar dating industry. Supported by expert research, testimonials and whistleblower accounts, Sophie’s work was honored for demonstrating emerging talent.

“Cost of Sugar” is available to stream on Cronkite+. To watch, download the app or visit: https://cronkiteplus.com/

05/18/2026

Summer at Cronkite means students are immersing themselves in jobs, internships and immersive capstone experiences.

In the Cronkite Agency capstone course, students gain professional experience in public relations and digital marketing while working with external clients to manage campaigns, budgets and so much more.

To learn more about Cronkite’s immersive learning, visit: https://cronkite.asu.edu/experiences

05/14/2026

Happy Convocation Day, ! 🎓🔱

Congratulations to our spring graduates! We are so excited to celebrate your hard work, so make sure to tag us in your photos.

For more information about the ceremony, visit: https://cronkite.asu.edu/cronkite-events/convocation

05/14/2026

This semester, Cronkite’s Borderlands Project ventured to Tokyo this year and has published a collection of original student work titled “Beyond the Rising Sun: Reporting from Tokyo, Japan.”

The trip provided students the opportunity to work as foreign correspondents, producing multimedia content directed at immigration, policy and cultural identity.

“This was a meaningful experience in that it not only exposed students to a different culture and region of the globe, it provided context and relevance,” said Cronkite School Dean Battinto L. Batts. “I am extremely pleased that our students were able to make this journey and produce such extraordinary work.”

To learn more about the Borderlands Project, visit: https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/beyond-the-rising-sun/

Photo courtesy Grant Johnson/Cronkite Borderlands Project.

05/14/2026

Don’t miss Cronkite’s Convocation ceremony! Join us in celebrating our graduating class at Desert Financial Arena.

For more information, visit: https://cronkite.asu.edu/cronkite-events/convocation

05/14/2026

Karess Pringle-Wishner's commitment to ethical and equitable journalism created a college experience rooted in community.

As president of the National Association of Black Journalists at ASU, she created a student-run broadcast that made sense of complex stories and empowered viewers to make informed decisions.

“Cronkite prepares students for all sides of media,” she said. “The industry is evolving, and Cronkite doesn’t just box you into one lane. It teaches you how to move forward in journalism.”

Karess will be recognized as one of the spring Cronkite Spirit honorees at Thursday's convocation.

To learn more about her story and other Cronkite graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260512-sun-devil-community-trust-media-pushes-cronkite-grad-toward-authentic-storytelling

05/13/2026

ASU Online student Bailey Wazak discovered an unexpected passion at the Cronkite School and hasn’t looked back since.

“I knew I wanted to major in something business related,” she said. “I learned about the digital audiences program, chose it as my minor, but ended up loving it so much I changed it to my major.”

Once Wazak realized she could combine analytics and creativity, she knew she was on the right path.

This spring, Wazak will graduate with her bachelor’s in digital strategy and audience engagement, and will be recognized as one of Cronkite’s Outstanding Undergraduates.

To learn more about her story and ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260506-sun-devil-community-asu-online-graduate-inspired-create-marketing-prioritizes-humanity

05/13/2026

Abby Rojas is graduating with bachelor’s degrees in psychology and digital audiences, made possible by ASU Online and the Starbucks College Achievement Plan.

"The Starbucks College Achievement Plan has allowed me to earn my undergraduate degree at no cost while saving for graduate school,” she said. “I’m incredibly grateful for this opportunity. It has made it possible for me to prepare for the next step while completing my degree.”

While studying and working at her local Starbucks, Rojas managed her church’s social media marketing. This allowed her to make the most of ASU Online’s flexibility and apply coursework to her career in real time.

"Managing social media for my church showed me that understanding people is just as important as understanding content," she said.

After graduation, Rojas plans to continue her studies at Colorado State University in pursuit of a doctorate in occupational therapy.

To learn more about her story and ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260427-sun-devil-community-asu-online-students-road-occupational-therapy

05/13/2026

What started as a childhood bonding activity with his dad, quickly turned into a lifelong passion that led Eric Matsumoto toward a career in sports journalism.

Matsumoto came to Cronkite because he knew it had the most to offer his career. In addition to studying and serving as a Cronkite ambassador, Matsumoto spent his time producing sporting events ranging from baseball to water polo.

“There are very few places in the country that have the number of teams and events Phoenix has. When you combine that with coverage opportunities and professional instruction, Cronkite simply made the most sense,” he said.

Matsumoto will be recognized as one of the spring Cronkite Spirit honorees at convocation.

His next step will lead him back home to San Jose, California, where he’ll work for the San Jose Giants.

To learn more about Matsumoto’s story and other Cronkite graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260512-sun-devil-community-cronkite-grad-makes-california-ballpark-dream-reality

05/12/2026

Graduation doesn't always mean goodbye. Accelerated master’s program student Serenity Reynolds is collecting her bachelor’s degree this month, but she will soon return to pursue her Master of Mass Communication this fall.

“The relationships you build in your time here with classmates, professors and mentors can and will open doors and create opportunities you might not even see coming,” she said.

Throughout her time at the Cronkite School, Reynolds immersed herself in campus life and professional opportunities, with a special interest in entertainment journalism.

To learn more about her story and ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260505-sun-devil-community-social-network-currency-propels-grad-toward-future-entertainment

05/11/2026

Did you know Cronkite has an app? That’s right, Cronkite+ is our new go-to platform for video and audio content.

Powered by Cronkite News, the app features immersive experiences in sports, business, entertainment and more.

Available for download in Google Play and the App Store.

05/09/2026

Xavier Brathwaite is just days away from becoming a “double devil,” having earned both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Cronkite.

His advanced focus in investigative journalism equipped Brathwaite to use his skills in elevating voices for lasting impact.

Brathwaite will be recognized as one of Cronkite’s Outstanding Graduates when he walks across the stage this spring. He is encouraging other students to find opportunities that align with their passions, even if they fall outside traditional paths.

“We are living through a moment that calls for thoughtful, responsible storytelling,” he said. “It is one I am excited to be part of.”

To learn more about ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://cronkite.asu.edu/news

05/09/2026

Cronkite and Barrett The Honors College student Sam McGee is leaving his mark at the intersection of journalism and law in his Second Amendment thesis.

Praised for his exemplary and original journalism, McGee received the Barrett Outstanding Researcher Award and Barrett Downtown’s Gold Standard Award for Best Thesis.

“Sam came to his thesis on Second Amendment jurisprudence with chops he had developed at Cronkite,” stated Alex Trimble Young, the associate director of BRIDGS and honors faculty fellow at Barrett.

McGee’s work regarding the Second Amendment won't stop at graduation. This fall, he plans to attend the UCLA School of Law, where he will further advance his research.

To learn more about McGee’s work and ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260506-sun-devil-community-asu-grad-bridges-disciplines-and-perspectives-his-second-amendment

05/09/2026

Grace Johnson knew what she wanted the minute she stepped foot inside Cronkite.

“The tour guide told us that they were sending students to the 2024 Paris Olympics,” she said. “My eyes immediately lit up and locked with my mom. I knew I wasn’t going to get these kinds of experiences in the real world anywhere else.”

While at Cronkite, Johnson focused on combining her love of creative writing with her passion for sports.

Several years and many press passes later, Johnson can look back on a resume filled with high-profile sporting events, including the Waste Management Phoenix Open, the NCAA Women’s Final Four and, yes, the 2024 Paris Olympics.

Johnson will be recognized as one of Cronkite’s Outstanding Undergraduate Students.

To learn more about her story and ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://news.asu.edu/20260507-sun-devil-community-cronkite-graduation-speaker-combines-passions-creative-writing-sports

05/08/2026

Join us on May 14 at 2 p.m. in the Desert Financial Arena to celebrate Cronkite’s convocation and hear a special address by José Cancela, an Air Force veteran and accomplished Spanish-language media executive with over four decades of experience in the industry.

For more information, visit: https://news.asu.edu/b/20260421-veteran-spanishlanguage-media-executive-deliver-cronkite-convocation-address

05/07/2026

05/07/2026

Hailing from Anchorage, Alaska, double Cronkite grad and Barrett, The Honors College student Madison Knutson is ready to return home with her master’s degree and launch her career as a broadcast producer.

Despite the 3,600 miles separating Anchorage from Phoenix, Knutson knew the education offered at Cronkite was a unique chance to broaden her horizons and learn something new.

“The opportunities that I’ve received at Cronkite made the move worthwhile,” she said. “I got to experience and learn more about a new state and city. It might be hard to leave your hometown, but you get unique chances to grow as a journalist.”

Knutson will be recognized as one of Cronkite’s outstanding spring 2026 graduate students. To learn more about her story and ’s outstanding graduates, visit: https://ow.ly/Ao4F50YWa74

05/07/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our Pulitzer Prize-winning alum!

Yael Grauer picked up the 2026 Pulitzer Prize in International Reporting with a team at The Associated Press.

Our grads are the best in the business!

05/01/2026

That’s a wrap, what a fantastic semester! From international reporting to award ceremonies, accomplished so much this spring. We can’t wait for even more next semester.

04/25/2026

Congratulations to two of our amazing faculty members: Paola Boivin and Erin Coyle! Thank you for all of your hard work. We are so happy to see you get the recognition you deserve.