Communication Newsletter
April 2022
Summer Study Abroad Opportunity!
Travel to Washington D.C. for experiential learning while earning 6 credits:
- COMM 3650 | Communication Law
- COMM 4500 | Topics in Communication
Upcoming Events
April 14
Digital Media Student Showcase
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April 13
The Weber State PRSSA and the Utah Chapter of the PRSA are hosting a luncheon with guest speaker Nicole Defenbaugh who will talk about equity, diversity, and inclusion in internal communication.
The lunch is free to Weber State students and faculty.
Time: Noon to 1:30pm
Location: Shepard Union, Room 316
For questions, please email Dr. Leslie Howerton
at lesliehowerton@weber.edu.
Browning Presents! Jad Abumrad at 7:30 pm
Browning Presents! is thrilled to welcome noted podcaster, storyteller and electronic music composer Jad Abumrad to 91¶ÌÊÓƵ to share his knowledge and explain how we can all use technology and the power of stories to find our voice.
Moderated by Andrea Baltazar, 91¶ÌÊÓƵ Communications Faculty Member.
April 20 Scholarship Banquet at 4 pm, Student Union Skyroom
April 21 Speech Showcase at 7 pm
April 23 Speech Team Awards Ceremony at 6 pm
Job Opportunities
The Signpost, Weber State's student-run newspaper, is building its staff for the fall!
Current openings:
- Reporters
- Editors
- Photographers
- graphic artists.
No journalism experience is required.
Student Accomplishments
Madison Nielson, a recent graduate with a Civic Advocacy emphasis, reported that she got accepted to the University of Nevada at Reno Master of Social Work program for Fall 2022.
Weber State Speech Crowned Champion at the National Online Forensics Championship!
Join us in congratulating them as they head to the American Forensic Association, April 14-20.
Faculty Accomplishments
Alex Lancaster is the recipient of the 2022 John A. Lindquist Award, which recognizes a faculty member who demonstrates an outstanding commitment to mentoring 91¶ÌÊÓƵ students in learning through community engagement.
Get Involved – Join a Communication Club!
The Signpost
Contact:
Dr. Jean Norman
jeannorman@weber.edu
Studio 76
Contact:
Dr. Aaron Atkins
datkins@weber.edu
KWCR Wildcat Radio
Contact:
Dr. Jean Norman
jeannorman@weber.edu
91¶ÌÊÓƵ Debate
Contact:
Coach Lauren Johnson
laurenjohnson10@weber.edu
91¶ÌÊÓƵ Speech
Contact:
Coach Mark Galaviz
markgalaviz@weber.edu
Ogden Peak Communications
Contact:
Dr. Leslie Howerton
lesliehowerton@weber.edu
PRSSA
Contact:
Dr. Leslie Howerton
lesliehowerton@weber.edu
Society of Professional Journalists
Contact:
Dr. Jean Norman
jeannorman@weber.edu
Departmental Honors
Contact:
Dr. Hailey Gillen Hoke
haileygillenhoke@weber.edu
Lambda Pi Eta
Contact:
Dr. Robin Haislett
robinhaislett@weber.edu