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Journalism Education Committee

This committee's purpose is to promote excellence in education programs and practical research. It acts as a clearinghouse for the Society's academic members and students. It also works with annual convention planners on mentor programs both at the college and high school level.

Journalism Education Committee Chair

Yvette B. Walker
SPJ National Board/University of Oklahoma

Journalism Education Committee Members

Anthony Adornato
Ithaca College

Meredith Cummings
University of Alabama

Kym Fox
Texas State University

Tracy Ann Henion
Central Michigan University

Kelly Kissel
The Advocate

Suzanne Lysak
Chapman University

Jimmy McCollum
Lipscomb University

Sarah J. Nichols
Journalism Education Association

June Nicholson
Virginia Commonwealth University

Jane Primerano
Independent Journalist

Neil Ralston
Lindenwood University

Jeff South
Virginia Commonwealth University

Becky Tallent
University of Idaho (Associate Professor Emerita)