Articles by Tommy Kopetskie
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Short documentary by Aaron Chan ’26 and Evan Purnell ’25 garners honors for powerful storytelling
May 16, 2025
Two cinema and television arts majors have earned multiple awards for their film, “The Desert Gardener,” which highlights a former science teacher’s mission to fight food insecurity through urban farming.
Dan Mirvish, Slamdance co-founder, collaborates with students on upcoming feature film
May 13, 2025
Through script coverage, table reads, and production planning, students in the CTA 3000: Entertainment Media Business and Practices course bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional filmmaking.
School of Communications earns reaccreditation, praised as ‘all-star program’
May 12, 2025
The Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC) unanimously voted to renew the school’s accreditation – its fourth consecutive recommendation since 2006.
Kenn Gaither pens chapter in updated ‘Reputation Management’ textbook
May 12, 2025
The dean of the School of Communications investigates corporate and organizational responsibility in the widely used textbook recognized as a leading resource for students and professionals.
Sport management major Will Ferris ’25 named Student Organization Officer of the Year
May 7, 2025
The president of the Sport Management Society was recognized for his exemplary leadership and service at the 2025 Dr. Leo M. Lambert Awards ceremony on April 30.
Live Oak Communications strikes gold, earning five AIIM Bullseye Awards
May 6, 2025
The student-run strategic communications agency earned top honors from The American Institute of Integrated Marketing, including first-place recognition for Social Media, Press Relations, and Advisor of the Year.
Nicole Triche’s film ‘Curtsy’ to air on PBS NC’s North Carolina Channel on Mother’s Day
May 6, 2025
The 27-minute documentary follows Triche’s mother, Joyce Triche, and explores her 50-year career running a small-town dance studio and the challenges she faced during the COVID-19 pandemic.
School of Communications earns fourth straight top-10 BEA ranking
May 1, 2025
The Broadcast Education Association, the premier international academic media organization, released its fourth annual rankings recognizing schools with consistent student success in its Festival of Media Arts. Ʒ’s School of Communications once again secured a top-10 placement.
Ashley Josey ’25, Hannah Israel ’25 recognized in prestigious Graphis competition
May 1, 2025
With projects rooted in storytelling, sustainability and community, two communication design majors earned honors in the 2025 Graphis New Talent Annual, showcasing their creativity on a global stage.
PGA TOUR executive Samantha Coury ’13 offers wisdom at sport management banquet
April 30, 2025
Among the evening’s award recipients were Brynja Burton ’25, named Major of the Year, and Will Ferris ’25, who earned the James P. Drummond Service Award.