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SDSU School of Journalism & Media Studies (JMS)

The School of Journalism & Media Studies (JMS) at SDSU prepares students for careers in advertising,

The original Department of Journalism was established in 1950 and comprised programs in journalism, advertising and public relations. Since 2007, the new School of Journalism & Media Studies includes those programs as well as a specialization in media studies.

05/14/2026

Mastered it! 🎓 Congratulations to our incredible Master’s graduates!

We can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make next.

Go Aztecs! ❤️🖤

04/27/2026

Celebrating our top graduates! ✨

Honoring the brilliance, grit and achievements of our standout graduates today. You earned this!

We can’t wait to see the impact you make next!

04/17/2026

Join us for a high-impact morning of career insights on Tuesday, April 21st, at 8:00 AM in the Parma Payne Goodall Alumni Center.

This event features two expert-led panels designed to help you navigate the modern media landscape and master the hiring process. Whether you are curious about emerging roles in PR and journalism or looking for “inside track” tips on how to make your resume stand out, this event bridges the gap between graduation and your first dream job.

Open to all students, faculty, alumni, and the public. Donuts and coffee will be provided!

04/14/2026

Join us for our Spring Screening Circle on April 29th!

For this semester’s event, we are screening the animated musical fantasy film K-Pop Demon Hunters!

The event will kick off with a live Ignite K-Pop performance and a Mythology Talk hosted by the APIDA Center! This screening offers a unique opportunity to explore how Korean culture, folklore, and music are represented in today’s media landscape. Come enjoy free snacks and giveaways while connecting with various student organizations.

Date: April 29th
Doors Open: 4:30 PM
Location: Montezuma Theater (Aztec Student Union)

This event is free and open to all students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Come connect, engage, and foster meaningful conversations around media representation, cultural identity, and the power of performance.

04/08/2026

We are officially bringing the runway to the classroom this Fall 2026! Introducing JMS 547 - RuPaul’s Drag Race: Media, Markets & Power, a deep dive into how a subcultural phenomenon became a global media powerhouse.

Don’t sashay away from this opportunity to earn credit while studying one of the most influential franchises jn modern television!

01/29/2026

Kicked off the semester with our largest JMS Fest! We were honored to host Alie Ward, who challenged our students to stop waiting for permission and start acting like “cockroaches,” resilient, persistent and able to find a way into any room.

Thank you for joining us and excited for this semester!

01/20/2026

Welcome back and happy first day of spring semester! To kick things off, we are hosting JMS Fest with Alie Ward next Tuesday.

Join us for an exciting morning with networking opportunities with local companies and a chance to meet our student organizations.

Date: Jan 27th | 8 AM
Location: Montezuma Hall (Student Union)

Free breakfast will be provided so plan to arrive early as it is first come first serve.

We can’t wait to see you there!

11/20/2025

Here are some of our amazing electives that JMS offers! Make sure to add these classes into your Spring 26 schedule!

11/18/2025

Read the “24/7 Study Area is returning to the University Library” story for more information!

11/06/2025

That’s a wrap on our fall Screening Circle! This semester, we featured the Hulu series Muslim Matchmaker and were honored to welcome executive producers Smriti Mundhra and Senain Kheshgi, along with matchmakers Hoda Abrahim and Yasmin Elhady, for an inspiring conversation about culture, storytelling and authentic representation in media.
The evening celebrated community and creativity. Students enjoyed henna art, baklava and JMS tote bags while engaging in discussions and a Q&A with the panelists.

From behind-the-scenes insights to reflections on love, identity and representation, the conversation highlighted the power of storytelling to bring people together.

Thank you to everyone who joined, asked thoughtful questions and helped make this semester’s event a memorable success.

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San Diego, CA
92182

Website

http://jms.sdsu.edu/

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