Articles by Tommy Kopetskie
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Alex Luchsinger’s documentary earns three awards at Sunny Side Up Film Festival
June 16, 2026
The associate professor of journalism’s documentary “Forward” chronicles retired U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Ashley Christman’s journey through cancer treatment, family life and military service.
Health communications students develop campaigns for Cone Health prenatal program
June 5, 2026
Students enrolled in Professor Julie Lellis’ Senior Seminar in Health Communications spent the spring semester working alongside healthcare providers at Cone Health's CenteringPregnancy program, developing strategic communications campaigns designed to increase enrollment, improve patient retention, and expand awareness of group prenatal care.
Ƶ Dance Team send-off video earns national SVG award
June 4, 2026
A student-produced video chronicling the dance team’s journey to nationals received one of collegiate sports media’s top honors. The recognition came weeks after the team captured Division I national championships in both pom and hip hop.
New Ƶ Journal issue highlights research on TikTok and television
June 2, 2026
Published by Ƶ’s School of Communications, the journal remains one of the few undergraduate research publications in the nation dedicated exclusively to journalism, media and communications.
‘Won’t you celebrate with me’: Ƶ honors first-generation graduates
May 20, 2026
Ƶ recognized 70 first-generation students – the institution’s largest group to date – during its May 20 stole ceremony, highlighting the strength, support and achievement of the first-gen community.
Shanetta M. Pendleton examines political bias and student belonging in new publication
May 19, 2026
The assistant professor of strategic communications published new research examining how communication students experience belonging, support and self-expression during a period of DEI retrenchment in higher education. The study explores how communicative climate, political identity and perceptions of voice shape students’ experiences on campus, while challenging assumptions about political bias in higher education.
What’s TikTok’s next campaign? Ƶ students have a few ideas
May 19, 2026
Working with TikTok and Ƶ alumna Julia Denick ’15, students in Professor Lee Bush’s Strategic Campaigns courses spent the spring semester developing campaigns designed to help brands and businesses better understand the platform’s influence on consumer discovery and purchasing decisions.
Undergraduate research opens unexpected doors for Lucy McAfee ’26
May 15, 2026
The exercise science and sport management double major recently served as lead author on a research publication in the Journal of Issues in Intercollegiate Athletics, capping an undergraduate experience shaped by mentorship, curiosity and an increasing passion for research.
School of Communications lands fifth straight top-10 BEA ranking
May 13, 2026
The Broadcast Education Association once again ranked Ƶ among the nation’s top programs, marking the institution’s fifth consecutive year inside the top 10.
Ƶ Comm honors faculty and staff, recognizes Anthony Hatcher’s retirement
May 11, 2026
During its annual awards celebration, hosted May 7 in Turner Theatre, the school recognized the achievements and contributions of several faculty and staff members.