ComArtSci Virtual Talks

Spartan alumni share how critical an effective health communication strategy is during this time. Moderated by Bree E. Holtz Ph.D., Associate Professor, Department of Advertising + Public Relations and Director, Health and Risk Communication Masters program. Featuring:

• Lois Bernstein - B.A. Communication ‘73
  Chief Community Executive, MultiCare Health Systems
• Mary R. Grealy - B.A. Audiology & Speech Sciences ‘71
  President, Healthcare Leadership Council
• Gail Whitelaw - M.A. Audiology & Speech Sciences '83
  Clinic Director, Audiologist, The Ohio State University

Spartan alumni discuss how sports continues to adapt in a COVID-19 world. Moderated by Tim P. Vos, Ph.D., Director, School of Journalism. Featuring:

• Jarrett Bell - B.A. Communication '81
  NFL Columnist, USA Today Sports
• Kelley L. Carter - B.A. Journalism '07
  Sr. Entertainment Reporter - The Undefeated Host - Another Act, ESPN
• Rick Gosselin - B.A. Journalism '72
  Radio Host & Writer, Talk Fame Network

Take a behind-the-scenes look as Spartan alumni share how the automotive industry is adjusting in a COVID-19 world. Moderated by Rabindra (Robby) Ratan, Associate Professor and AT&T Scholar, Department of Media & Information. Featuring:

• Andrea Brimmer - B.A. Advertising '87
  Chief Marketing and Public Relations Officer, Ally Financial
• Jim Huston - B.A. Advertising '81
  Chief Revenue Officer, AutoAlert
• Jeff Rachor - B.A. Communication '83
  Chief Executive Officer, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive

Spartan alumni share how COVID-19 has affected the production of entertainment, news and sports programming. Moderated by Geri Alumit Zeldes, Ph.D., Professor, MSU School of Journalism. Featuring:

• Catherine Brosseau - B.A. Communication '96
  Executive Producer, CNN
• Greg Harrison - B.A. Telecommunication '91
  Chief Creative Officer, Agency, MOCEAN
• Richard Isakow - B.A. TISM '05
  Senior Producer, NFL Network

Spartan alumni share how COVID-19 has affected the beverage industry. Moderated by Andy Corner, APR - Professor of Practice, Department of Advertising + Public Relations. Featuring:

• Jim Kanter - B.A. Advertising '92
  Chief Commercial Officer, Sprecher Brewing Co.
• John Parks - B.A. Advertising '84
  Executive Vice President, Becharas Brothers Coffee Co.
• Adam Warrington - B.A. History '98
  Vice President, Corporate Social Responsibility - Better World, Anheuser-Busch

Take a behind-the-scenes look as Spartan alumni discuss the future of sports amidst the global pandemic. Moderated by Al Martin, WKAR. Featuring:

• Jeff Genthner - B.A. Telecommunication '80
  Senior Vice President, General Manager FOX Sports South/Carolinas/Tennessee and Fox Sports Southeast
• Jason Hillman - B.A. Journalism '94
  Basketball Chief of Staff/Team Counsel Cleveland Cavaliers
• Matt McConnell - B.A. Telecommunication '85
  Play-By-Play Broadcaster Arizona Coyotes

Take a behind-the-scenes look at how Spartan alumni are working today in broadcast news. Moderated by Bob Gould, School of Journalism. Featuring:

• Carolyn Clifford - B.A. Journalism '01
  Co-anchor Action News, WXYZ-TV (Detroit)
• Aisha Howard - B.A. Journalism '07
  Evening Anchor, 11Alive Atlanta, NBC
• Steve Patterson - B.A. Journalism '08
  Correspondent, NBC News.