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MFJS faculty participate in a live discussion during the Presidential Debate More than 3,000 journalists from around the world were on campus when DU hosted the first Presidential Debate of 2012. MFJS faculty members Lynn Clark, Derigan Silver and Robert Handley participated in a live web discussion sponsored by Facebook. The group talked about the media's role in the presidential election and how college students view the political process through traditional and new media.

More than 25 MFJS students also took active roles in the Presidential Debate, acting as student journalists for media outlets such as CNN, PBS and MTV.

In the News

Prof. Demont-Heinrich awarded Fullbright U.S. Scholar Grant

Professor Christof Demont-Heinrich has been awarded a 2013-14 Fulbright U.S. scholar grant. He will be carrying out research for a book project, Hanging on to German in an English Dominant World, at the University of Hamburg, Germany, where he will be hosted by Dr. Ingrid Gogolin, director of the Linguistic Diversity Management in Urban Areas (LiMA) research project.

Prof. Clark's latest book, "The Parent App"

Professor Lynn Clark's latest book, The Parent App, hit bookstores in November. The book looks at the role of parenting in the digital age and guides readers through the often confusing and changing world of online media and its effects on kids and adults. The book is an extension of her research into families and new media. Lynn was featured on KUSA Channel 9 on Jan. 15 to discuss online safety and ways parents an become involved with their online activities. Watch the video here.

Prof. Silver accepted into Scripps Howard Leadership Academy

Assistant Professor Derigan Silver has been accepted into the Scripps Howard Leadership Academy at Louisiana State University this summer. The Academy is designed for early career academics in journalism who demonstrate promise for academic leadership. "We are proud of Derigan for his acceptance into the program," said journalism prof. Lynn Clark. "The Academy recognizes his potential as a long-term academic and will help prepare him for continued success in the classroom and beyond."

Distinguished Alumni Series continues in 2013

We're pleased to announce the Distinguished Alumni Series will continue in 2013 with two more visits of our esteemed alums. Stay tuned to the news and events section for information on our next visitors. The series is a continuation of last year's event which brought eight former students back to campus to share their knowledge and inspiration with our students.

Upcoming Events

InShort:Docs | DU Film/Video Showcase

Join us for the 2013 InShort:Docs showcase where our undergraduate and graduate students present their final documentary productions. Thursday, June 6, 2013 @ 7:00 p.m. Sturm Hall, Davis Auditorium. More info...

MFJS Commencement Reception

Please join us as we honor our undergraduate and graduate students with the 2013 MFJS Commencement Reception: Friday, June 7, 2013; 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. in the Media, Film & Journalism Studies Building. RSVP here.