Dr. Gary Hicks Presents on Recognizing Stigma in Media’s Portrayal of the Mentally Ill

April 14, 2017

What do films like “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest,” “Psycho” and “Shutter Island” have in common? Each of the films contain fictional characters who suffer with mental illness. Through his research, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville’s Gary Hicks, PhD, professor in the Department of Mass Communications, sought to recognize the stigmas placed upon people with mental illnesses through in-depth content analysis, interviews with the … More Dr. Gary Hicks Presents on Recognizing Stigma in Media’s Portrayal of the Mentally Ill

Mass Comm Week Explores Complex Media Landscape

April 10, 2017

The Southern Illinois University Edwardsville College of Arts and Sciences’ Department of Mass Communications presented global perspectives from nationally and internationally recognized speakers on today’s complex media landscape, during Mass Comm Week held April 3-6. “With this week’s theme of “Diversity Amidst Adversity,” we wanted to shine a light on the unusual and complex dynamics … More Mass Comm Week Explores Complex Media Landscape

SIUE Mass Comm alum finds success with The Westminster Kennel Club

March 31, 2017

With more than 35 years of experience in dog sports as a handler, trainer, spokesperson and now as the face of the Westminster Kennel Club, Gail Miller Bisher serves as analyst for the iconic Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show on FS1. Bisher, a 1991 graduate of the Arts & Sciences department (Mass Comm TV/R), is now … More SIUE Mass Comm alum finds success with The Westminster Kennel Club

SIUE Mass Comm Professor to present on Mental Illness Stigma in the Media

March 27, 2017

Dr. Gary Hicks, Professor in the Department of Mass Communications at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will share his sabbatical research on the critical role that media play in perpetuating stigmas associated with marginalized groups, including the mentally ill. “Media, Stigma and mental illness” WHEN: 1:30- 2:45pm WHERE: Morris University Center Maple-Dogwood Room This will be a scheduled … More SIUE Mass Comm Professor to present on Mental Illness Stigma in the Media

2017 Mass Comm Week (Apr 3-Apr 6)

March 18, 2017

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville’s Department of Mass Communications will focus on the theme “Diversity amidst Adversity” for it 2017 Mass Comm Week. The program features a series of talks, panel discussions, films, and Q and A sessions on controversies ranging from the place of the press in politics, journalistic coverage of minority groups, the refugee issue, … More 2017 Mass Comm Week (Apr 3-Apr 6)

Almanac is seeking a Digital Media Specialist

March 16, 2017

Almanac is seeking a full-time Digital Media Specialist to join our growing team! This is a new position at the company, and the person in this role will have an opportunity to help shape and grow the position.   The new Digital Media Specialist will partner with our team of designers, writers and strategists to develop creative, brand-focused content for websites, digital marketing campaigns, social media and … More Almanac is seeking a Digital Media Specialist