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Loyola University Chicago School of Communication

2024 Stories & News

Recognizing Undergraduate Research: Senior Avery Robbins Presents the Corporate Social Advocacy Initiative

Loyola Senior Avery Robbins, a Gannon Scholar, presented her research on Corporate Social Advocacy and Gen Z at the 49th MAPOR Conference. Guided by Dr. Chris Yim, Robbins became the first undergrad in her field to achieve this milestone, showcasing Loyola's commitment to academic excellence.

"The Third Act": An Inspiring Glimpse into Life's Final Chapters

Loyola University Chicago student Marina Hart Donahue has crafted an insightful and heartwarming documentary, “The Third Act,” which recently won a Crystal Pillar Award, the student version of an Emmy.

Loyola Hosts the Largest Social Justice Debate Championship Yet

This past weekend, Loyola University Chicago became the center of spirited intellectual engagement as it hosted the Civic Debate Consortium’s Social Justice Debates Fall Championship.

Loyola Chicago's 2024 Crystal Pillar Triumph: Student Wins in 5 Categories

On Saturday, November 2, 2024, Loyola University Chicago students made us proud at the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Chicago/Midwest Chapter Crystal Pillar Awards! The awards recognized our students’ outstanding work across various categories, honoring their dedication to storytelling and innovation in media.

“Division”: An Award-Nominated Film That Resonates with Everyone

"Division," a film created by Loyola Chicago alumni Alex Powell, Nilufer Kaya, Michael Chopra, and Jillian Green, explores friendship and growth through the drifting bond of its characters. Nominated for a NATAS Crystal Pillar Award, "Division" resonates universally, highlighting the unspoken grief of fading friendships.

Celebrating Clarissa Silen: SOC ‘s 2024 President’s Medallion Award Winner

Clarissa Silen, Loyola’s 2024 SOC President’s Medallion Award winner, is celebrated for her dedication to impactful communication and community service. Driven by a passion for change, she combines words and action to uplift others, embodying Loyola’s mission of social justice and compassionate leadership

“Let’s Make a Dale:” From an Inside Joke to A Crystal Pillar Nominated Fiction Short Film

Robert Kennedy, a Loyola graduate student, turned an inside joke amongst his friends into a cinematic masterpiece leading to a NATAS Mid-America Crystal Pillar Award nomination in the fiction short film category. Despite being a short form narrative, the production showcases various filmmaking techniques and themes, and doesn’t fail to leave the audience in laughter through the addition of comedic scenes.

Senn students visit School of Communication

Students from Chicago’s Senn High School took a Halloween-themed field trip to Loyola’s School of Communication to experience what it is like to be a TV reporter and newscaster.

Honoring Dr. Lee Hood: Memorial Service and Remembrance

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Lee Hood, a cherished journalism professor at Loyola for over 15 years. A memorial service will be held on October 14 at St. Matthew UCC in Wheaton, IL. Please contact Dean McDermott for details and support.

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The Kiribati Project: A Powerful Testament to Environmental Justice

The Kiribati Project, led by Professor John Goheen and Loyola students, earned the Special Recognition Award for Environmental Justice. This powerful documentary sheds light on climate change impacts in Kiribati, emphasizing resilience, advocacy, and Loyola's commitment to social justice.

Professor Elizabeth Lozano

Imagining Change: Professor Elizabeth Lozano's Vision for Communication and Social Justice

Professor Elizabeth Lozano believes imagination is key to social justice, inspiring students at Loyola University Chicago to rethink societal norms. Through innovative teaching and real-world experiences, she empowers them to become empathetic leaders and change-makers.

DMST Graduate Student Marina Hart Donahue

Through Sound and Story: Marina Hart Donahue's Audio Essay on Anger Across Generations

In her audio essay The Angriest Generation, Faculty Mentorship Award winner Marina Hart Donahue explores the role of anger through time. By blending personal narration and data-driven research, Donahue crafts a multi-layered experience that resonates deeply with listeners.

Honoring Chuck Ebeling: A Legacy of Leadership and Generosity

Chuck Ebeling, an influential School of Communication supporter and mentor, passes away at 81.

No Permit Necessary: How a Group of Loyola Grads Brought Chicago's Hidden History to Life

What happens when Loyola alums turn their passion for storytelling into a documentary? "No Permit Necessary" uncovers Chicago’s hidden history and lands in the Chicago Onscreen Film Showcase. Dive into the creativity and challenges behind this project—and get a hint of their next big film already underway.

From Cannes to Chicago: Bringing the American Pavilion Student Program to Loyola

Students in the School of Communication will have the opportunity to participate in internships, attending panels and roundtables, and networking events at the Cannes Film Festival, thanks to the work of two SOC professors.

Building A Network: From Studying at Loyola to Working for One of the Biggest Software Companies in the World

From interning at Story Club Magazine to her role at Adobe, Mae's story highlights the invaluable opportunities Loyola provided. Now, she gives back by mentoring students on LoyolaLinked, bridging her past with their futures.

Creating Masterpieces in Film and Digital Media

How our FDM program is evolving this summer with new international initiatives, award-winning films, and hands-on student experiences.

Innovating the Future

SOC's Inaugural Faculty-Student Mentorship Awards Spark Transformation

From Classroom to Studio: How Loyola's LED Wall is Revolutionizing Visual Communication

Loyola's School of Communication is proud to introduce its newest addition: an LED wall that will revolutionize visual communication.

Leading the Airwaves

A Conversation with LUC Alumna and Commencement Speaker Melody Spann-Cooper

Rambler Rally Media Mixer: Celebrating Community and Philanthropy at Loyola University Chicago

Loyola's Media Mixer unites a community of alumni, faculty, and students to support the future of student media organizations.

Loyola's Night Shift: Student Creatives Power Stan’s Donuts Campaign

Loyola students craft ads for Stan’s Donuts, turning classwork into real-world success.

Exploring Transnational Intercultural Communication with Professor Elizabeth (“Ela”) Lozano

Prof. Ela Lozano unravels the complex dance of cultures, identities, and global connections.

Crossing Borders: A Class's Dive into Migration

Dr. Lozano's class explores migration and cultural adaptation with a UN observer.

From Loyola to Leadership: The Inspiring Journey of Don Pasek in Real Estate and Service

Join us as Loyola University Chicago School of Communication student journalists, Andrea Vargas and Bora Cecil, sit down with SOC alum and the newly appointed President of the Polish American Chamber of Commerce in Chicago, Don Pasek.

The Human-Chatbot Connection with Professor Rheu

In an enlightening exploration into the intricacies of human-chatbot interactions, School of Communication Professor Minjin (MJ) Rheu, has pioneered research that lays bare the psychological underpinnings of our digital conversations.

Big Ten: From Campus to Court Side

Loyola student journalists take on Brooklyn's Big Ten stage

Leaping into Digital Ethos with Florence M. Chee

Her research challenges stereotypes, explores cultural nuances, and underscores the ethical considerations essential in digital gaming.

The Synergy of Social Media and Filmmaking

Are Content Creators the Independent Filmmakers of this Generation?

Navigating New Beginnings

A fresh look at the first-year experience at Loyola's SOC

Beyond the Game: A Journey Inside the United Center

COMM 259 took an exclusive tour of the United Center, exploring its history and legacy sports giants, guided by Curtis Baddely.

Rolling into the Future: Loyola School of Communication Upgrades with Sleek, Mobile Anchor Desk

With a nod to modernization and mobility, Loyola’s School of Communication recently installed a new anchor desk in its Convergence Studio.

From Classroom to Film Fest: Loyola Students Take on Telluride and Chicago

Loyola University Chicago’s School of Communication has once again proven its prowess in offering unparalleled opportunities for its students to engage with the film industry at a global level. This year, students had the unique chance to attend two major film festivals, gaining insights and experiences that are crucial for those aspiring to careers in communication and media.

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From Classroom to Newsroom: Loyola Chicago's TV Talk Show Class Redefines Media Education

This fall, the TV Talk Show Production Class, under the guidance of seasoned journalist Phil Ponce and Professor Richelle Rogers, turned classrooms into newsrooms, providing students a front-row seat to the dynamic and demanding world of TV production.

Loyola Debaters Have a Strong Outing at Vanderbilt

Debate Team Co-Captain Daewon Hwang and his partner Jack Young finished the prelimianary debating rounds as the 2nd seed out of 72 teams from 21 Universities from across the United States at a major competition this past weekend.

Sneak peek at Super Bowl spots

SOC students, faculty rate commercials in advance of Sunday’s game.