School of Journalism
MSU's School of Journalism is a nationally-accredited program that is light years ahead of the rest in its creativity and imagination. Faculty encourage students to think "outside the box" and prepare them to step out of the classroom today and into a job tomorrow. Our graduates are known as deep thinkers and motivated doers. As a result, they are rising stars as professionals in industry and researchers in academia.
Journalism News
See what's making headlines in the School of Journalism.
The Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame Committee Seeks Nominations
Inductees to the Michigan Journalism Hall of Fame must have established their professional reputations through Michigan journalism. Honorees will be inducted at a banquet on Sunday, April 13, 2025, at the Michigan State University Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center.
Read more
Degrees and Programs
Journalism students can pursue a B.A., M.A. or Ph.D, and are welcome to select from a variety of concentrations, minors and focus areas to enhance their learning experience.
Inside the School of Journalism
In preparation for that first job, students enjoy hands-on learning in our cutting-edge newsroom, television production studios, video editing suites and more. Internships and study abroad opportunities provide real-world experiences you won't find anywhere else.
Spartan Newsroom and Immersive Media Studio
The new Spartan Newsroom and Immersive Media Studio invite students to collaborate, gain real-life experiences and build professional skills in news, animation and motion capture. In addition, students and faculty can design and produce virtual reality broadcasts and 360 animation renderings for immersive storytelling.
Research and Creative Work
From studying health communication and the environment to sports journalism and hands-on learning opportunities - we strive to deliver impactful research and produce the next generation of high-quality storytellers.
MSU at 2022 Brazilian National Meeting of Environmental Journalism Researchers
Building the next generation of science communicators: MSU Knight Center receives $2.8 million NSF grant for collaborative training project with Metcalf Institute
The Shape of News: Journalism Scholar Rachel Mourão Shows How News Can Affect Perception of Protests
Students Present at 23rd University Undergraduate Research and Arts Forum
Learn from the Best
Faculty
Tim Vos
School of Journalism DirectorDepartment
JournalismTim P. Vos is Professor and Director of the Michigan State University School of Journalism. Vos is an International Communication Association (ICA) Fellow and a past president of the Association for Education in Journalism and Mass Communication (AEJMC).
Faculty
Faculty
Jeremy Steele
Associate Director & Academic Specialist, School of Journalism; Executive Director, Michigan Interscholastic Press AssociationDepartment
JournalismJeremy Steele is an academic specialist, associate director of the School of Journalism and executive director of the Michigan Interscholastic Press Association.
Contact
Faculty
Lisa Whiting-Dobson
Television Producer/Director IDepartment
JournalismContact
Faculty
Mike Castellucci
Video News Artist-in-ResidenceDepartment
JournalismMichael Castellucci says he’s been known to "phone it in." His innovative work with his iPhone has netted him worldwide attention and acknowledgement as a pioneer in mobile journalism.
Contact
Faculty
Jarrad Henderson
Artist in ResidenceDepartment
JournalismContact
Faculty
Joanne Gerstner
Brandt Fellow Sports Journalist in ResidenceDepartment
JournalismJoanne C. Gerstner is an award-winning multi-platform sports journalist, concussion researcher/expert, speaker and book author.
Contact
Faculty
Eric Freedman
Knight Center for Environmental Journalism Chair and ProfessorDepartment
JournalismEric Freedman is Professor of Journalism and former Associate Dean of International Studies and Programs. During his 20-year newspaper career, he covered public affairs, environmental issues and legal affairs for newspapers in New York and Michigan, winning a Pulitzer Prize for coverage of a legislative corruption scandal.
Contact
Faculty
Stacey Fox
Wizard in ResidenceDepartment
JournalismStacey Fox is Wizard in Residence in the School of Journalism where she directs the Animation & Comics Storytelling in Media Minor, Motion Capture Research and is affiliated with the Knight Center for Environmental Journalism.
Contact
Faculty
Jon Whiting
Professor of PracticeDepartment
JournalismJon Whiting is an academic specialist in the College of Communication Arts and Sciences, charged primarily as an instructor for audio production courses.
Contact
The School of Journalism at Michigan State University proudly holds accreditation from the Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC). This accreditation reflects our commitment to upholding the highest national standards in journalism and mass communication education. With a focus on excellence and continuous improvement, our program equips students with the skills and integrity essential for impactful careers.
Support Journalism at MSU
Consider giving to the School of Journalism. Here's why you should:
The School of Journalism uses gifts from generous alumni and friends to enhance the educational experience of our students. Click here to share your financial gifts with our students.