Journalism

The journalism major has been named the recipient of the 2025 Wes Vernon Broadcast Scholarship, recognizing her leadership, reporting excellence, and commitment to public service journalism.

The student-led crew’s victory reflects years of growth, technical excellence, and a shared commitment to capturing high-level collegiate broadcasts.

Here's a look at where some of the 2025 School of Communications graduates are headed after they graduated.

The most recent edition of the Elon Journal explores how media is shaping our culture and public discourse, with student-led research ranging from political narratives on TikTok to crisis communication and representation in entertainment.

Celebrations such as the First-Generation Stole Ceremony, Celebremos!: Graduates Take Flight, Donning of the Kente, and Lavender Graduation highlighted the achievements of students who embraced, and were embraced by, communities of support throughout their college experience.

The Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC) unanimously voted to renew the school’s accreditation – its fourth consecutive recommendation since 2006.

Ten faculty members presented research, moderated panels, and contributed to important conversations, while a quartet of students discussed their award-winning work.

A team of Elon University students oversaw the Broadcast Education Association’s Best of Festival Awards Ceremony, managing all aspects of the live event’s production. The experience gave students a high-profile opportunity to apply their skills, collaborate as a team, and gain real-world industry exposure.

The NBC 12 News anchor will receive a Doing the Most Good Award for her contributions in the Richmond, Virginia, community.

Beginning in fall 2025, the new undergraduate program will help equip students with the creative, strategic and technical skills to lead content creation and strategy across digital platforms.