College of Communication, Boston University

Climate

A new Media & Tech survey from Boston University’s College of Communication, in partnership with IPSOS, found that Americans are losing hope that companies will work towards improving climate change.

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Poster Design

COM’s Advertising student, Helena Wang (COM’26), won the Jury Selection Prize for her poster design for Franklin Park! 🦒 🐘 🐢

#COMgrats Helena!

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Alum

COM Alum and @nytimes.com Breaking News Reporter Ephrat Livni (COM’93) shares her experiences on covering international stories. She shares her view on cross-cultural awareness, social issues, and ethics. 🌍

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#BostonU #Journalism

Climate

In an article in The Nation, COM’s Michelle Amazeen points out a “perception gap” regarding the belief that there is a lack of support for climate change. Her new book, “Content Confusion,” discusses how the media has contributed to misperception.

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Video

COM’s Angel Wiley (COM’29) had the opportunity to sit down with Boston University's President Dr. Melissa L. Gilliam to reflect on his story of personal growth, leadership, and well-being, as part of a new video series called "Leaders Among Us."

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Phone Use

In a GBH article, Kathryn Coduto, assistant professor of media science and mass communication, shares her take on the negative effects that recurring phone use can have on relationships. 📱

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Film

COM’s David Abel and Mark Chesak will premiere their film, “The Petal Pusher,” at 9:30 pm on Wednesday, November 12, at the IFC Center, Theater 1. It features “The Petal Pusher,” a family-owned flower shop from the 1970s, before a renovation led to its end. More here: spr.ly/633237MhmS

Awards

AdClub held its annual 64th Hatch Awards ceremony on Thursday, October 23rd where COM won all the awards in the student categories! COM’s Ahalya Bahuguna (COM’25) secured the Next Gen Award for her notable creative talent in advertising.

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MISI

COM’s new Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI) is launching its first-ever Communicating Climate Summit. Join us on Friday, November 7th, to engage in real and grounded conversations, a circus workshop, and hear from panelists!

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AI

A new report co-authored by COM's Eric Gordon, director of the Center for Media Innovation and Social Impact, “Making AI Work for the Public," delves into how public institutions can leverage AI for the larger community.

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AdLab

Don’t miss AdLab’s 50th party from 6:00-9:00 pm this Wednesday, October 29, 2025 to celebrate the legacy and engage with students and alums! 🍎🚕🗽

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Book

Join us for “Broads, Sisters, Exes: Feminist Millennial Television” with Vincent L. Stephens on Wednesday, Oct 29, from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at 640 Commonwealth Ave, Room 209! Co-sponsored by COM, the book talk delves into TV from a feminist view.

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Journalism

COM’s Journalism students are addressing the gap in local news by partnering with Boston Neighborhood Network! COM’s Tina McDuffie, who is leading the program, shares, “The best reporters are the ones who connect with people and engage.”

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Survey

A Media & Tech survey conducted by BU’s Communication Research Center discovered that the majority of Americans disagree with government censorship of hosts or media outlets.

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Fellows

Join The New England First Amendment Coalition in welcoming the newest fellows of the 2025 Gloria L. Negri First Amendment Institute from Oct 24-26 at Boston University’s College of Communication!

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#BostonU #COMmunity #COMgrats

Summit

Lights, Camera, Media Summit! Don’t miss the Student Media Summit on October 24th at 9:30 am - 2:00 pm at Northeastern University, Fenway Center on 77 St. Stephen St., Boston, MA 02215! Connect with alumni and join the Pitch Fest with a $1,000 prize.

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Event

Ready for an unforgettable night full of networking and new connections? Mark your calendar for the COM Alumni Student Networking Mixer event on October 22 at 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm! ❤️🤍🐾

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True Crime

Join us for a virtual COMtalk: True Crime Stories event on October 24th at 12:00 pm, with panelists including COM's faculty and alums! Discover what makes real crime stories so intriguing to people. 🕵️

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#BostonU #TrueCrime

Zoom

Join us for an information session on October 24th at 10:00 am through Zoom for prospective Master’s students! Get the inside scoop on requirements, scholarships, financial aid, and what it’s like to live in Boston.

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Book

From sound design to storytelling, Lecturer of Film and Television Christopher Anderson’s book, “Sound Design for the Visual Storyteller,” released in April 2025, covers it all.

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MISI

Boston University’s new @misibu.bsky.social is set to kick off its first summit on November 7, 2025. Join us for an engaging discussion on climate communication and media trust!

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#BostonU #Climate #Media

AI Survey

Arunima Krishna, associate professor of PR and lead researcher on the "AI in PR Survey," shares her observations on the findings in a Q&A with COMTalk. The survey, conducted in a partnership with PR Week, explored AI’s use in the PR industry.

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AI

Hollywood is bringing something new to the film industry with AI actress, Tilly Norwood, making her first appearance.

COM's James Joyce shared, "I don't think we should be surprised by it. I think this is where the industry's been moving."

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Studio

COM’s new Film & TV production studio at 808 Commonwealth Ave, is providing students with an opportunity to utilize top-notch equipment at a prestigious film school. Looking ahead, the studio will expand in its next step of the project.

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COM Grad Student Awards Logo

📣 Know a rock star COM Grad Student? Nominate them for a COM Graduate Student Award, celebrating excellence in academics, leadership, service & more! Submit here: spr.ly/63322AoqB2! Self-nominations are welcome!

COM Alum

COM Alum and Sports Reporter at The San Francisco Chronicle, Marisa Ingemi (COM’17) has become a trailblazer in journalism, covering stories on women’s sports. 🏀🏒

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AdLab

Rhett-y for AdLab's 50th Anniversary? COMe join us in NYC on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 from 6:00-9:00 pm to celebrate 50 years of BU's student-run advertising agency, AdLab!🗽🚕🍎

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#BostonU #ProudToBU

Media

Professor of the Practice of Journalism Eric Gordon, shares his insights on media trust as he takes on his newest role at Boston University's new Center for Media Innovation & Social Impact (MISI).

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Baseball

COM Alum, Tim Healey (COM’14) shares highlights of the baseball season in advance of the Red Sox trying to clinch a place in the post-season game. ⚾🔥

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Play ball!

New Faces of Independent Film!

We're proud to share that Sabrina Greco (COM'19) has been named a 2025 New Face of Independent Film by Filmmaker Magazine! Read more at Filmmaker Magazine: spr.ly/63328AjJkq!

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