Working around the clock, Sheth helps manage the social media accounts for the State of New Jersey.
Currently one album into a three-album deal with Golden Retriever Records, Thistle discusses how SC&I professors motivate him, and how he enjoys learning skills he would need if he ever wanted to pivot to a different career as a publicist or public relations practitioner in the music industry.
This year’s theme, “Contemporary Problems, Creative Solutions,” highlights the role of Communication Studies in addressing today’s complex challenges.
“As a first-generation student I had zero connections, and I wish someone had told me how important that truly is when searching for a job. When my peers who had a connection immediately got a job while I waited almost a year, it crushed me. But it’s ok, start making connections as soon as you can,” Jaylynn Cardona COM’22 said.
“Any experience is valuable if you keep learning and growing from it,” said Laureano, speaking about her extensive career with NBC.
A class enrichment activity planned by Assistant Professor of Professional Practice in Journalism and Media Studies Neal Bennett developed the students’ professional and networking skills in practical and lasting ways.
“My biggest advice for current students is to take full advantage of every resource available and don’t be afraid to ask for help. Some of the best opportunities come from simply putting yourself out there,” said Verma.
“After being at SC&I, I began thinking about how I could combine my interests in policy and law with journalism and continue expanding myself,” Wilson said.
Rutgers–New Brunswick alumnus Dan Rovetto has made a name for himself in Hollywood editing leading TV shows, including the new Suits LA.
JOCAM publishes a special section on its coming of age and honors its founder Dafna Lemish.
The campaign will feature COMMchella Music Festival at The Yard on April 2.
“Believe in yourself and never give up. It took me a long time to get to where I am, and I have no intention of settling. I have a plan and am looking forward to seeing where my ambition will take me,” said Daniela Vega MCM ‘24, JMS ’23.