SOJ eNews
- SOJ Associate Dean Martinelli to participate in leadership academy
May 22, 2013 - SOJ holds 2013 May Commencement
May 21, 2013 - School of Journalism students to take on large-market summer internships
May 20, 2013 - Details for SOJ Commencement THIS Saturday!
May 14, 2013
Student Announcements
- Details for SOJ Commencement THIS Saturday!
May 14, 2013 - Journalism study abroad opportunity in Oman and Dubai
May 8, 2013 - SOJ computer lab hours for finals week (5/6-5/11)
May 3, 2013 - Put some life in your Dead Week! Attend the News Trivia Bowl--May 1
April 29, 2013
Jobs
- Charleston Make-A-Wish seeks Fundraising Coordinator
May 15, 2013 - Charleston Daily mail seeks copy editor/designer
May 14, 2013 - SOJ seeks temporary administrative assistant
May 14, 2013 - SustainU seeks fashion sales associate
May 8, 2013
Internships
- Work with local legendary sportswriter this summer!
May 10, 2013 - Pikewood Creative seeks summer intern
May 8, 2013 - WVU Dining Services seeking PR intern
May 8, 2013 - Come Recommended seeks summer blogging intern
May 7, 2013
Scholarships & Competitions
- Direct2TV.com offering $1,000 blogging scholarship
May 10, 2013 - WV Press Association Foundation internships and scholarships
April 24, 2013 - WVU Summer Photo Contest
April 1, 2013 - Win a study tour of Japan!
February 26, 2013
The WVU P.I. Reed School of Journalism has thousands of graduates across the country and around the world, and each alumnus is an important member of the SOJ family. We hope that you stay connected with us, visit campus, mentor future students, and share your WVU story with everyone you meet.
Below are just a few stories about our alumni. Share yours through the Stay Connected form!
Sean Robertson
(BSJ, 1999)
Media sales account executive Sean Robertson says his advertising education provided a broad base for his future success. Robertson began his career with Turner Broadcasting and BET. Now with Dish Network, he manages accounts worth more than $25 million in revenue.
Karina Gomes
(MSJ, 2004; BSJ, 2001)
Brazil native Karina Gomes (MSJ, 2004; BSJ, 2001) has traveled the world, but it was her studies at the SOJ that prepared her to be a global journalist.
David and Rose Lied
(BSJ, 1976)
The SOJ represents a place of “great beginnings” for Rose (BSJ, 1976) and David Lied (BSJ, 1976). It was in Martin Hall that they discovered their passion for advertising and also found lasting love.
Mike Fulton
(BSJ, 1979)
It was an SOJ professor who inspired Mike Fulton (BSJ, 1979) to “take a leap of faith” and start his career in Washington, D.C. Fulton is forever grateful to his Martin Hall mentor—so much so, that he has become a mentor himself.
Linda Arnold
(BSJ, 1976)
Chairman and CEO of the Arnold Agency Linda Arnold (BSJ, 1976) says her spirit and passion for public relations, and for life, helps get her clients the results they desire.
Sarah McLean
(BSJ, 2008)
Sarah McLean (BSJ, 2008) says the lessons she learned at the SOJ not only gave her a solid foundation for a career in public relations but are helping her to create a road map for her life.
Kellen Henry
(BSJ, 2008)
Kellen Henry (BSJ, 2008) is a multimedia journalist for Bloomberg News in Washington, D.C. Athough she works in new media, Henry relies on the fundamental principles of journalism to tell a great story.
Andrew Worob
(BSJ, 2005)
Andrew Worob (BSJ, 2005) wanted to be a sports journalist when he graduated, but he discovered a different passion along the way. See how his career has evolved with the social media revolution.
Andrew Scritchfield
(BSJ, 1998)
Born and raised in north central West Virginia, Andrew Scrtichfield (BSJ, 1998) has traveled far beyond the Mountain State and his alma mater to cover stories for NBC News ranging from U.S Presidents to earthquake recovery to women’s rights and baby elephant orphanages.
Scott Widmeyer
(BSJ, 1975)
From newspapers to politics to Chairman and CEO of one of the largest independent PR firms in the country, Scott Widmeyer (BSJ, 1975) has an impressive resume but has always remained grounded in his Mountaineer roots.
Jason Coffman
(BSJ, 2000)
Three years after graduating with a degree from the advertising program, the only account Jason Coffman (BSJ, 2000) was managing was for a restaurant — his own.
Ranelle Sykes
(BSJ, 2000)
As “DJ Rane” on WPGC 95.5 in Washington, D.C., Ranelle Sykes (BSJ, 2000) has had the opportunity to meet big names in the hip-hop music industry but says it’s the everyday people that “rock” her world.
Chip Fontanazza
(BSJ, 2009)
At WVU, Chip Fontanazza (BSJ, 2009) found the perfect place to merge his two passions – sports and news. He appeared on ESPN as a sideline reporter, covered a national breaking news story and got his first job—all before he graduated from college.
Megan Bowers
(BSJ, 2009)
Megan Bowers (BSJ, 2009) is using the multimedia skills she learned at the School of Journalism to help others find inspiration and learn about innovative careers.
Michael Pehanich
(BSJ, 2001)
Washington Redskins Communications Director Michael Pehanich (BSJ, 2001) credits his eight-year career as an “NFL PR Guy” to the strong writing skills he learned at the SOJ.
Lauren O’Connor
(BSJ, 2008)
Lauren O’Connor (BSJ, 2008) says the SOJ gave her the drive, both personally and professionally, to start an organization to raise awareness and funds for animal rescue.
