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Five Elon alumni spoke with students and faculty on April 29 about their experiences in the journalism industry, from being hired during a pandemic to what helped the most during their time on campus.

Eighteen members of the School of Communications Advisory Board met virtually on April 28 to discuss their professional industries, the impact of the COVID-19 vaccine and what future months will look like for businesses and organizations, and potential changes to the school’s curricula.

The assistant professor of strategic communications published an article addressing several precautions PR professionals can take to safeguard their organizations from monetary loss.

The initiative, made possible through $300,000 in grant funding from the Scripps Howard Foundation, will support journalism in diverse and underserved communities, educating high school juniors and seniors from North Carolina and surrounding areas who are interested in pursuing careers in journalism and the media industry.

The Pulitzer Prize-winning New York Times Magazine reporter and 1619 Project founder spoke to participants about mentorship, the colloquium’s theme, as well as her journalistic career covering race, politics and launching the 1619 Project.

The three-day virtual event, which features numerous Elon faculty and students, kicked off with a moderated discussion with Nikole Hannah-Jones, founder of the 1619 project, Pulitzer Prize winner and New York Times Magazine reporter.

Pawlus, who serves in the top staff post of the National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Association, addressed the history of LGBTQ news coverage, intersectionality in newsrooms, and how the organization can support student journalists.

The assistant professor of strategic communications was featured in a recent report by Newsy examining how the QAnon conspiracy community could change following the conclusion of Donald Trump’s presidency.

With many internships and jobs turning to the virtual space, navigating work online is a new challenge for students and recent graduates. The senior associate director of career services spoke to students about how to make the best of internships during the pandemic.

As associate dean for undergraduate affairs and assessment, Weaver will help guide undergraduate academic programs in partnership with Dean Rochelle Ford and School of Communications faculty and staff members.