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Real World, Right Now.

Whether you're reporting breaking news, pitching new strategies in a crowded boardroom, or coordinating and producing quality content behind the scenes, the world of tomorrow belongs to the storytellers. With our hands-on, interactive degree programs, the School of Journalism and New Media at Ole Miss gives our students all the tools and resources they need to learn valuable skills and compete for real-world jobs, right now.

Our Programs

We offer hands-on, interactive programs that give you the tools to build legacies and become expert storytellers.

UG

Bachelor of Arts in Journalism

Strong writers and visual storytellers with a sense of adventure will find a home in our distinguished Bachelor of Arts in Journalism program with its reputation for producing award-winning talent.

  • Oxford

UG

Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communications

Learn how to strategically communicate in the nation’s largest undergraduate Integrated Marketing Communications (IMC) program. This versatile degree will prepare you for careers in advertising, marketing, public relations, social media and more!

  • Oxford
  • Tupelo
  • DeSoto

GRAD

Master of Arts in Journalism

Take your education a step further by earning a Master of Arts in Journalism in our academic or professional tracks designed to advance your journalism skills and prepare you for careers in teaching, management or research.

  • Oxford

GRAD

Master of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication

The IMC master’s degree teaches students how to create consistent and effective messages that influence behavior.

  • Oxford
  • Online

Explore our Journalism & IMC specialization options for undergraduate students

Our school offers a variety of specializations for both the Journalism and IMC programs. Specializations will not only enhance your experience here but will allow you to separate yourself from the pack when applying for jobs down the road.

  • Fashion Promotion
  • Social Media
  • Sports Communication and Promotion
  • Public Relations
  • Visual Design
  • Health Communication
  • Media Sales and Management

 

Want to know more about the specializations?

Check out our program pages to see what our specializations are all about.

Get to Know Our Students

Celeste Lay

Celeste Lay

  • Greek Life
  • Student Activities Association

What would you tell a high school student about your major?

See Celeste’s Answer
Jakota White

Jakota White

  • Orientation

When and why did you choose your major(s)/minors?

See Jakota’s Answer
Olivia Moore

Olivia Moore

  • Campus Recreation

Why is your school a special place?

See Olivia’s Answer

Meet the Team

Our dedicated faculty and staff members can help you with your academic or student affairs needs.
Kareem Russell

Kareem Russell

  • Assistant Dean for Student Services
Marquita Smith

Marquita Smith

  • Associate Dean for Graduate Programs and Associate Professor of Media and Communication
Aaron Terrett

Aaron Terrett

  • Admissions Counselor
James Dowd

James Dowd

  • Academic Counselor
Casandra Jenkins

Casandra Jenkins

  • Academic Counselor
Lauren Kennamore

Lauren Kennamore

  • Academic Counselor
Jamie Steele

Jamie Steele

  • Academic Counselor

  • Advising

    Learn more about who your academic counselor is and how advising works in the SOJNM.

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  • Other Academic Forms

    Looking for change of major, transfer, or course appeal forms? Find them and many other resources here.

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