“Is That Really Journalism?” Journalism & Advocacy
What’s the connection between journalism & advocacy? Why do some news organizations consider advocacy problematic? Who decides what advocacy means? Distancing journalism from advocacy is common in some journalism settings, but odd, given the long history of journalism that advocates for social change, performs public service, and enacts solidarity with marginalized people. Join us for a panel discussion featuring folks ...
Variants, Vaccines and Medications: What Journalists Need to Know to Improve COVID-19 Coverage
Zoom ZoomThe Knight Center has joined forces with UNESCO and WHO to offer another great opportunity for journalists around the world who want to improve their coverage of the COVID-19 pandemic. We gathered an outstanding group of science journalists, scientists and other experts who will offer a three-hour webinar, as part of our efforts to help journalists cope with the evolving ...
2022 McGovern Lecture in Health Communication
VirtualThe John P. McGovern Lecture was established in the Moody College of Communication in 1983 by a gift from the John P. McGovern Foundation. The endowed lectureship enables Moody College to invite a leading figure in communication to deliver a lecture related to health policy or the practice of health communication. This year's speaker is Scott Gottlieb, MD.
Moments in Time: Eli Reed and Jamel Shabazz
VirtualThe Moody College Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and School of Journalism and Media present Moments in Time: Eli Reed and Jamel Shabazz, a conversation with two photographic legends. The two pioneering African American photographers will reflect on their respective artistic journeys, using photography as a medium to creatively document and shed light upon diverse communities around the globe. The event is moderated by Ja'nell N. ...
Who Gets to Speak in News Coverage? Solidarity Reporting on Trans Issues
Zoom ZoomNews coverage of trans issues has grown in recent months, with reporting on legislation, protests, and profiles of trans individuals. Yet much of this coverage still silences, re-marginalizes, and alienates trans people. How can journalism do better? Join us for an interactive, virtual workshop to unpack what solidarity means when covering trans issues, how cis journalists can share power in ...
Moody College Diversity in Media Symposium 2022: Queer Futures: Media and Communication at the Intersections
VirtualThe Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Moody College of Communication presents the second annual Diversity in Media Symposium, “Queer Futures: Media and Communication at the Intersections”. The annual symposium is dedicated to exploring an aspect of diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility and social justice across the media ecosystem. Register to attend webinar here: https://bit.ly/MoodyDEISymposium22 This year will feature ...
Latinx Consumers, Viewers, Stories and Spin: A Conversation with Professor Arlene Dávila
Zoom ZoomJoin the Latino Media Arts and Studies program for a conversation with Professor Arlene Dávila, whose work on the imagining of Latinx cultures and people in U.S. media and popular culture has been influential in a variety of fields, including scholarship on advertising, film and media, and art. In this conversation with Professor Mary Beltrán, Professor Dávila will touch on a variety of themes that she has grappled with in her influential scholarship. From Latinos, Inc. and Latino ...
Putting Voters First: Solidarity Reporting for Democracy
Virtual Event TXAt a time when many politicians are mudslinging and prominent analysts are trying to predict the horse race, what does it mean for journalists to put voters first? How can journalism not only avoid becoming a vehicle for misinformation, but also serve as an affirming space for democratic values? Join us for a workshop on solidarity reporting for democracy, including ...
Promoting Well-being in Learning Environments
Zoom ZoomCATE is hosting a virtual session on promoting student well-being in learning environments. Thea Woodruff, UT’s well-being coordinator, will be the presenter. During this session, participants will learn about the Longhorn Wellness Center’s Well-being in Learning Environments program. This initiative was begun by UT’s Counseling and Mental Health Center to collaborate with faculty and staff across the university to support student mental ...
2023 McGovern Lecture in Health Communication
DMC 5.208 & via ZoomPart of the 2023 McGovern Lecture Series, join Dr. Heather Voorhees (University of Montana) as she discusses why and how health misinformation and malinformation spread so efficiently from person-to-person, and how we can break the cycle. This is a HYBRID event. The event will be held at: G.B. Dealey Center for New Media DMC 5.208 300 W Dean Keeton Austin, ...
Promoting Well-being in Learning Environments
Zoom ZoomCATE is hosting a virtual session on promoting student well-being in learning environments. Thea Woodruff, UT’s well-being coordinator, will be the presenter. During this session, participants will learn about the Longhorn Wellness Center’s Well-being in Learning Environments program. This initiative was begun by UT’s Counseling and Mental Health Center to collaborate with faculty and staff across the university to support student ...
Can Racial Equity Commissions Heal Communities?
OnlineGenerally speaking, racial equity commissions are made up of residents, government officials, and key community stakeholders who work together to create recommendations that will lead to more racially equitable and just communities. The focus of commissions can vary depending on the community’s priorities or historic challenges, but often center on healthcare, public safety, and/or economic equality. In this webinar, experienced ...