College of Communication and the Arts News Archive: 2021
College of Communication and the Arts News Archive: 2021
- Journalism Professor Featured By Harvard's NiemanLab
December 16, 2021
Matthew Pressman has been selected among an international Who’s Who of journalism
and media influencers for his 2022 predictions around journalism grappling with a
social class problem.
- ICR Podcasting Network: "Reducing the Mismatch"
December 8, 2021
Professor J. Michael Stebbins' "Reducing the Mismatch: Some Thoughts on How We Figure
Out the World," the latest feature on ICR's network, explores how we go about making
sense of the world.
- Theatre Alumna Earns Job Off-Broadway
December 6, 2021
Samantha Dyar '20, and A Sherlock Carol Off-Broadway
- Professor's New Book Explores Communication for Gen Z
December 2, 2021
Seeking to explore how college or universities can teach the next generation of communication
students, Renee Robinson, Ph.D., has released her latest research on Generation Z.
- WSOU DJ Val Petrarca Reaches Historic 100 Interviews
December 1, 2021
SHU Senior Val Petrarca Celebrates Historic 100th Interview at WSOU.
- Coffee Chat with CommArts' M.A. Comm Program Director
November 22, 2021
Ruth Tsuria, Ph.D., sheds light on her vision and strategic plan as the program director
for the M.A. in Communication program within the College of Communication and the
Arts.
- CommArts Offers Research Fellowship to Graduate Student
November 18, 2021
The Research Fellow was awarded to Sophia Hudzik, a graduate candidate within the
Museum Professions program.
- Dual Faith Dialogue Unites Catholics and Latter-day Saints
November 18, 2021
On November 12, the ICR made history with "Catholics and Latter-day Saints: A Dialogue."
This panel featured six guest speakers and was the first of its kind at Seton Hall.
- Professionals Discuss Rising Role of Women in Sports
November 17, 2021
The latest edition of the Sports Media Speaker Series brings some of the best in the
business to talk about the rise of women in the sports industry.
- PR Instructor Earns Distinguished Accreditation
November 17, 2021
College of Communication and the Arts Public Relations Instructor McKenna Schray,
Ph.D., earned the Accreditation in Public Relations through the Public Relations Society
of America.
- Religious Tolerance in India Inter/Sections Podcast
November 10, 2021
In the latest ICR Podcast, guest speaker Anway Mukhopadhyay of the IIT Kharagpur joined
Rabbi Alan Brill to discuss a groundbreaking Pew survey on religious tolerance and
segregation in India.
- Students and Alumni Present at the MAAM Annual Meeting
November 10, 2021
Several Seton Hall students and alumni participated in this virtual event, presenting
their projects on issues relating to the conference theme of “How Do We Center People
in Museums?”
- Catholic and Latter-day Saints Dialogue Event
November 4, 2021
On November 12, the Institute of Communication and Religion hosts a groundbreaking
event on dialogue between members of the Roman Catholic Church and the Church of Jesus
Christ of Latter-day Saints.
- CommArts Students Earn NCA Award
November 3, 2021
The National Communication Association's Spiritual Communication Division will confer
a joint Outstanding Undergraduate Scholarship award to six Communication Arts students.
- CommArts Professor Launches Book on Digital Religion
November 2, 2021
CommArts' Ruth Tsuria, Ph.D. celebrated her foundational text on digital religion
during a global book launch featuring attendees from New Zealand, Israel and other
countries.
- Sports Media Speaker Series
October 28, 2021
Sports Media Speaker Series Examines the Ramification of the Jon Gruden Email Scandal.
- Brownson Speech and Debate Wins Big as Season Starts
October 28, 2021
The Brownson Forensics Speech and Debate Team started the semester strong with competitive
performances this month at the first competitions of the season.
- CommArts Hosts Fall Graduate-level Information Sessions
October 28, 2021
College of Communication and the Arts hosts fall information sessions for those interested
in pursuing graduate degrees.
- Lead Gift Launches the Center for Sports Media
October 26, 2021
Legendary sportscaster Bob Ley '76 has made a philanthropic donation to Seton Hall
University to launch the Center for Sports Media.
- Remembering Professor William Haney
October 20, 2021
The College of Communication and the Arts mourns the recent loss of beloved Professor
William Haney.
- CommArts Welcome New Graduate Assistants
October 14, 2021
The College of Communication and the Arts Welcomes New Graduate Assistant Team
- Seton Hall Student Receives Public Relations Awards
October 14, 2021
Madison Vance, the Senior Who is Already Receiving High Praise for her PR Achievements
- Jason Tramm Named New Executive Director for LONJ
September 22, 2021
College of Communication and the Arts' Associate Professor and Director of Choral
Activities assumes Executive role of a renowned musical theater and light opera company.
- A New Journey for New Graduate Students
September 16, 2021
New graduate students are introduced to the College of Communication and the Arts.
- Thank God For Monday to Observe 20th Anniversary of 9/11 with Guest Expert on Terrorism
and Leadership
September 2, 2021
Brother Greg Cellini, host of Thank God For Monday, will have Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.)
Bryan C. Price, Ph.D. join the show on Saturday, September 11, 2021.
- WSOU Receives Third Marconi Radio Award Nomination
August 17, 2021
The National Association of Broadcasters chose WSOU as one of only five college radio
stations out of more than 600 in the country as a finalist for one of radio's most
prestigious awards.
- Thank God For Monday Hosts Aspiring Kindness Foundation
July 23, 2021
Thank God for Monday, hosted by Brother Greg Cellini, features five guests from the
Aspiring Kindness Foundation on the Saturday, July 24th, 2021 episode to talk about
the organization.
- Portfolio Course Hallmark of M.A. Program
July 7, 2021
Drs. Robinson and Tsuria were interviewed about the College of Communication and the
Arts' innovative portfolio course, in which students determine their own project to
showcase what they learned.
- Winners of New Theatre Scholarship Announced
June 9, 2021
Four College of Communication and the Arts students were awarded the inaugural Viviani
Endowed Scholarship, a gift from the Estate of Joseph Viviani, a 1951 alumnus of the
University.
- Music Professor's Podcast Premieres on Radio
June 4, 2021
Jason Tramm, D.M.A., assistant professor and director of choral activities, will have
his YouTube podcast "Music Matters with Jason Tramm" join the WMCA roster of programs.
- Points of PRide Celebrates Public Relations Students and Alumni
May 25, 2021
The College of Communication and the Arts announced the recipient of the PR Impact
Award and honored graduates of its public relations program at the annual Points of
PRide.
- "Performing Arts and Production in a Pandemic" Event
May 25, 2021
During this virtual panel discussion, alumni from the performing arts and production
industries discussed how the pandemic affected their careers and how their CommArts
education prepared them.
- Brownson Speech and Debate Ranks Within Top Ten in National Competitions
May 24, 2021
Brownson Forensics Speech and Debate Team, based in College of Communication and the
Arts, placed in the top 10 at each of the four national competitions that wrapping
up the competition season.
- Best Tips shared in Sports Media Speaker Series
May 12, 2021
The College of Communication and the Arts' Sports Media Speaker Series concludes with
tips and best practices to navigate the sports industry.
- Museum Professions Classes Host Industry Thought Leader
May 6, 2021
Museum professionals virtually visited graduate students to provide insight and practical
knowledge of the field.
- Scholars and Artists Explore Music and Spirituality
April 29, 2021
During the virtual panel "Spiritual Dimensions of Music: Meaning, Interpretation,
and Culture" panelists had an open, insightful conversation about secular music and
its spiritual aspects.
- Music Program to Hold Sale of Select Instruments
April 28, 2021
Made possible through a generous partnership with the Rockley Family Foundation.
- WSOU-FM Celebrates Birthday with Hall of Fame Induction
April 21, 2021
Three alumni — Dave Packer '88, Cristina Del Giorno '88 and Victoria Haffner '13 —
were honored with WSOU's distinguished awards for their professional contributions.
- Poetry-in-the-Round Hosts One Story Editor Patrick Ryan
March 25, 2021
One Story editor Patrick Ryan will speak on Tuesday, April 13th at 7 p.m. ET online.
- WSOU Announces March Programming
March 10, 2021
The radio station's March offerings include honoring impactful women metal artists
and diverse on-air giveaways.
- Communication Professor in NY Times on Covid Messaging
March 10, 2021
James J. Kimble, a communication professor within the College of Communication and
the Arts, was featured in the New York Times in an article entitled “The Pandemic
Needs Its Smokey Bear.”
- Instructor Publishes Book on Evolving Nature of PR
March 10, 2021
Kathryn Lancioni, instructor of Public Relations, brings her 25 years of experience
in the industry to her newest book, Public Relations: The Changing Global Landscape,
published by Kendall Hunt.
- University Names CommArts Researcher of the Year
March 8, 2021
Associate Professor Jon Radwan, Ph.D. is awarded 2021 Researcher of the Year for the
College of Communication and the Arts.
- University Names CommArts Teacher of the Year
March 8, 2021
Faculty Associate William Pace is awarded 2021 Teacher of the Year for the College
of Communication and the Arts.
- Brownson Continues to Excel at Tournaments
March 3, 2021
Continuing to perform well in asynchronous and virtual tournaments, Seton Hall's Forensics
Brownson Speech and Debate Team earned over 70 awards in its last three competitions.
- Replays of Sports Media Black History Month Livestreams
February 25, 2021
Former ESPN Broadcaster Bob Ley '76 and Professional-In-Residence B.J. Schecter host
discussions focusing on diversity, inclusion, and representation in sports.
- Seton Halls Public Relations Program Named to PRNEWS’ 2021 Education A-List
February 22, 2021
The College of Communication and the Arts’ Public Relations Programs have been named
to PRNEWS’ Education A-list, which spotlights the top institutions preparing students
for success.
- Fiction Writer Téa Obreht Reads at Seton Hall
February 10, 2021
Fiction Writer Téa Obreht will read on Tuesday, February 23rd at 7:00 p.m. ET online.
- WSOU Celebrates Black History Month Highlighting Heritage and History of African Americans
February 3, 2021
WSOU aims to spotlight the accomplishments of diverse individuals that have greatly
influenced both the radio station and Seton Hall with a series of special programming
and digital events.
- WSOU Launches "14 Days of Heartbreak" on February 1
February 1, 2021
In recognition of Valentine's Day, WSOU listeners will have the opportunity to win
prizes and merchandise from their favorite bands for the first two weeks of February.
- WSOU Spotlight: Rachel Haggerty '19
January 25, 2021
WSOU Alumna, Rachel Haggerty '19, discusses how WSOU changed her college experience.
- New Graduate Information Sessions Provide Closer Look
January 22, 2021
The College of Communication and the Arts now offers several new online information
sessions, all which feature different topics that are most important to prospective
graduate students.
- WSOU 89.5FM Revisits Its Accolades from the Past Decade
January 13, 2021
WSOU highlights its many past awards through a series of digital campaigns seeking
to showcase the radio station's excellence..
- Student Spotlight: Gabrielle Vanadia '19/M.A. '20
January 6, 2021
CommArts dual-degree student reflects on graduate student experience and the close
of her undergraduate career.
