BEA2026: Full Schedule

9:00am PDT

Saturday April 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT

Every budding journalist has to learn AP Style, but it’s not something students are necessarily motivated to learn. Quizzes? Kahoot? Worksheets? Lectures? What works? This panel brings together different ideas to teach AP Style to students. It will be interactive—so bring your knowledge!
Moderator: Julia Largent Kuttler, McPherson College
Panelists: Tom Hallaq, Kansas State University
Jen Smith, University of Kentucky
Stephanie L. Elder, University of South Florida

Moderators

Julia Largent Kuttler

Associate Professor of Communication, McPherson College

Associate Professor of Communication and Student Media Adviser (newspaper & podcast studio) at McPherson College in central Kansas. I study documentaries and fandom, both separately and in tandem. I like cats.

Speakers

Dr. Stephanie L. Elder

Associate Professor of Instruction, University of South Florida

Dr. Tom Hallaq

Associate Professor, Kansas State University

Jen Smith

assistant professor, University of Kentucky

I am a recovering sportswriter who worked for the Lexington Herald-Leader in various positions for more than 20 years, including copy editor, designer, news and sports reporter. While working in the sports department for most of my career, I covered everything from high school sports... Read More →

Saturday April 18, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
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Writing, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | BEA, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs

10:15am PDT

Festival of Media Arts: Faculty Showcase Session & Awards - Audio & Documentary Competitions

Saturday April 18, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT

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Please join us as we recognize all of the Faculty Festival winners from Audio, Documentary & Scriptwriting competitions.

After the awards are handed out, we will hear from our Best of Competition winners.
Confirmed Presenters

Faculty Audio
Short-Form Production Category
Haitian Church in Pine Hills Fights Fear with Faith; Rick Brunson, University of Central Florida

Faculty Documentary
Short-Form Documentary Category
Chicken Ghetto; Sangsun Choi & Paul Lee, Kennesaw State University

Moderators

Heather Dunn

Arizona State University

Speakers

Sangsun Choi

Assistant Professor, Kennesaw State University

Sangsun Choi is a visual storyteller who focuses on discovering the unique meaning behind ordinary life. He believes that this value can be revealed through exquisite observation and artistic representation. Originally from South Korea, he has created dozens of works about child labor... Read More →

Rick Brunson

Senior Instructor, University of Central Florida

Saturday April 18, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
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BEA, Festival of Media Arts | Radio & Audio Media, Festival of Media Arts | Documentary, Festival of Media Arts | Filmmaker Spotlight, Festival of Media Arts

12:00pm PDT

How Media Shapes the Mainstreaming of Sports Gambling: A Beyond Sports Initiative Discussion

Saturday April 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT

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One of the four main focus areas of the University of Alabama's Beyond Sports Initiative focuses on the role sports gambling/gaming plays in modern society. This panel will focus on past findings and future investigations in the area, ranging from connections between betting and media dependency, the ubiquitous nature of sports media advertising/sponsorship, and the development of a sports betting addiction scale.
Moderator: Michael Bruce, University of Alabama
Panelists: Andrew C. Billings, University of Alabama
Brody Ruihley, Miami University (Oxford)
Travis R. Bell, University of South Florida

Moderators

Michael Bruce

Dept. Chair, Associate Professor & Director of Digital Media Center, University of Alabama

Speakers

Travis R. Bell

Associate Professor, University of South Florida

Andrew C. Billings

University of Alabama

Brody Ruihley

Miami University (Oxford)

Saturday April 18, 2026 12:00pm - 1:00pm PDT
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Sports, Research/Theory | BEA, Research/Theory | Research, Research/Theory | Student Spotlight, Research/Theory

1:15pm PDT

Skills vs. Specialization: Preparing Students for Sports Media and Beyond

Saturday April 18, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT

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This panel examines the ongoing conversation between teaching broad, transferable academic skills and preparing students for specific sports media careers. Educators will explore how universities can best equip students with writing, research, and critical thinking skills while also addressing the demand for technical training and job-ready experience. Panelists will also highlight how these skills apply beyond sports media, providing graduates with pathways into communications and related industries.

Moderator: Chris Bacon, Middle Tennessee State University
Speakers: Eric Esterline, University of Florida

Moderators

Chris Bacon

Middle Tennessee State University

Speakers

Eric Esterline

Senior Lecturer, University of Florida

Saturday April 18, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm PDT
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Sports, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | BEA, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | New Faculty & Graduate Student Spotlight, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs

3:00pm PDT

Public mistrust in Media: How inequalities drive mistrust of health information

Saturday April 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT

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Abstract: Inequalities in healthcare contribute to media distrust by crushing public faith in both health institutions and news reporting. This lack of trust is driven by historical abuses, ongoing discriminatory treatment, and imbalanced media coverage that often ignores and/or misrepresents the experiences of marginalized communities.
Moderator: Chalise Macklin, University of Memphis
Panelists: Dorothy Bland, University of North Texas
Brian Bentley, Clark Atlanta University
Vanessa Botelho, CUNY Newmark
Sharon Baldinelli, University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Moderators

Chalise Macklin

University of Memphis

Speakers

Dorothy Bland

Professor, University of North Texas

Dorothy M. Bland, Ph.D., is a journalism professor at the University of North Texas Frank W. and Sue Mayborn School of Journalism. In 2019, she was honored as one of the top 35 women in higher education by Diverse Issues in Higher Education magazine. During her tenure as a journalism dean, student enrollment, faculty and staff grew. Under her leadership, the Mayborn launched a master’s degree in digital communication analytics plus earned AEJMC’s Equity and Diversity Award. She worked 25 years in the news industry... Read More →

Brian Bentley

Associate Dean Arts & Sciences/Assistant Professor Mass Media Arts, Clark Atlanta University

Dr. Brian Bentley has dedicated 24-plus years to higher education, earning educational accolades with a doctorate while working to complete a second doctorate. In addition, he has earned three master’s degrees: an MA in Mass Communications, an MFA in Creating Writing, and an MBA... Read More →

Sharon Baldinelli, Ph.D, MPH

University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Vanessa Botelho

CUNY Newmark

Saturday April 18, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm PDT
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Multicultural Studies, Research/Theory | BEA, Research/Theory

4:15pm PDT

Has DEI Jumped the Shark? Rethinking Diversity in Journalism Education

Saturday April 18, 2026 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT

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In journalism education, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) efforts once signaled progress — a commitment to amplifying marginalized voices, confronting bias, and broadening the lens of storytelling. So, what went wrong?

Critics charge that DEI initiatives in higher ed have overreached — stifling down-to-earth conversation with language-policing, "woke indoctrination," and fear of saying the wrong thing. When everything can be labeled a microaggression, are we still fostering dialogue — or just managing landmines? And where does viewpoint diversity fit in a space that claims to be inclusive but often feels ideologically narrow?

While some institutions are rebranding their diversity efforts, others are abandoning them altogether in the face of rising opposition. We’ll examine the pitfalls of diversity training done badly, where good intentions meet poor execution, and offer concrete strategies for doing better in ways that avoid playing into the hands of DEI opponents.
Moderator: Suzanne Lysak, Chapman University
Panelists: Elliott Lewis , Syracuse University
Cheryl L. Gardner, California State University, Fresno
Jennifer Woodard, Middle Tennessee State University

Moderators

Suzanne Lysak

Chapman University

Speakers

Jennifer Woodard

Assistant Dean, Middle Tennessee State University

Dr. Jennifer Bailey Woodard, who was trained and educated in journalism as an undergraduate at MTSU, joined the faculty of the School of Journalism and Strategic Media after graduating from the University of Georgia with an M.A. in mass communication. She received her Ph.D. at Indiana... Read More →

Elliott Lewis

Professor of Practice, Syracuse University

Cheryl L. Gardner

California State University, Fresno

Saturday April 18, 2026 4:15pm - 5:15pm PDT
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Multicultural Studies, Industry Issues & Updates | BEA, Industry Issues & Updates | New Faculty & Graduate Student Spotlight, Industry Issues & Updates

9:00am PDT

Top Tips: What We Learn from the Great Women Screenwriters in Early Hollywood

Sunday April 19, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT

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Panelists will showcase a dynamic slide deck highlighting screenwriting wisdom from the trailblazing women of early Hollywood — pioneers like Alice Guy Blaché, Lois Weber, Frances Marion, Anita Loos, Jeanie Macpherson, Marguerite Bertsch, and Mae West. Drawing on their groundbreaking work, the session will reveal practical tips and timeless techniques that continue to inspire writers today. Afterward, attendees are invited to join an interactive discussion and hands-on workshop: history buffs can dive deeper with questions while screenwriters can share their own scenes, exchange feedback, and sharpen their craft with peers.

Moderator: Leslie Kreiner Wilson, Pepperdine University
Panelists: Alessandra Bautze, Georgia State University
Rosanne Welch, Stephens College

Moderators

Leslie Kreiner Wilson

Pepperdine University

Speakers

Rosanne Welch

Stephens College MFA in TV and Screenwriting

Rosanne Welch (Ph.D.) is the Executive Director of the Stephens College MFA program in TV and Screenwriting in LA. She has written for Beverly Hills 90210, Picket Fences, ABCNEWS: Nightline, and Touched by an Angel. She edited When Women Wrote Hollywood (2018), runner up for the... Read More →

Alessandra Bautze

Georgia State University

Sunday April 19, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
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Writing, Workshop | BEA, Workshop

10:15am PDT

Marketing and Branding My Program: Timely Strategies to Attract and Keep Students

Sunday April 19, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT

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In an era when Two-Year college marketing departments have moved away from marketing individual programs and toward marketing the institution as a whole, how can I make my program stand out? This panel will share some strategies for success in marketing your program to prospective students.
Moderator: Kaitilyn Furister, Aims Community College

Moderators

Kaitilyn Furister

Instructor, Aims Community College

I am a full-time instructor at Aims Community College in Greeley, CO, where I teach audio production and radio production in the Communication Media department’s two-year degree programs.

Before stepping into my current role, I worked as the Technology and Production Specialist at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fort Collins, CO (2022-2024), where I installed equipment, created engaging audio and video content, and trained and managed others in production technologies... Read More →

Sunday April 19, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
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Two-Year/Scholastic Institutions, Industry Issues & Updates | BEA, Industry Issues & Updates | New Faculty & Graduate Student Spotlight, Industry Issues & Updates

11:30am PDT

Voice of America and the Evolution of International Broadcasting: History, Technology, and Influence

Sunday April 19, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

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In light of recent cutbacks to U.S. international broadcasting, this panel explores the evolving role of Voice of America (VOA) and its counterparts in shaping global media. From shortwave radio to digital platforms, these broadcasters have long served as tools of public diplomacy. As artificial intelligence and mis/disinformation reshape the media landscape, the mission and credibility of international broadcasting are more vital than ever.
Moderator: Lance Liguez, University of Texas - Arlington
Panelists: Tom L Ingram, University of Texas - Arlington
LaDonna Lynn Aiken, University of Texas - Arlington
Andrew Clark, LeTourneu University

Moderators

Lance Liguez

Faculty Advisor, University of Texas - Arlington

Speakers

Andrew Clark

LeTourneau University

Tom L. Ingram

Advt Professor, University of Texas - Arlington

LaDonna Aiken

Broadcast Specialist, University of Texas - Arlington

I am an assistant professor of practice in broadcast communication at the University of Texas at Arlington, where I teach broadcast production classes, as well as my faculty-led Study Abroad to Japan.

Sunday April 19, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
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International, Research/Theory | BEA, Research/Theory

12:45pm PDT

Festival of Media Arts: Student Showcase Session - Film & Video Competition

Sunday April 19, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm PDT

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Join us for this series of sessions showcasing the work of our Festival of Media Arts Student Film & Video winners.

Moderator: John Doyle, Eastern University

Instructional/Educational Category
2nd Place: Kate Needham & Erika Clayton, University of Oklahoma; Shining Bright: Hunter's Capstone

Studio or Remote Category
2nd Place: Mya Fryckman & Savannah Reinke, St. Cloud State University; St. Cloud TEDx - Cory Hepola

Long Narrative Category
1st Place: Natalie Giorgetti, Lilly Stover & Riley Berridge; University of Oklahoma; Sonder

Moderators

John Doyle

Eastern University

Speakers

Natalie Giorgetti

University of Oklahoma

Mya Fryckman

Station Manager, St. Cloud State University - UTVS

Savannah Reinke

Saint Cloud State University

Kate Needham

Senior Producer, University of Oklahoma

Hello! My name is Kate Needham, and I am a senior majoring in creative media production with a minor in entrepreneurship at the University of Oklahoma, graduating in May of 2026. I serve as Senior Producer for Gaylord Hall Productions, a client video-production company at Gaylord... Read More →

Sunday April 19, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm PDT
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Production Aesthetics & Criticism, Festival of Media Arts | Student Spotlight, Festival of Media Arts | BEA, Festival of Media Arts

2:00pm PDT

Signature Station Success Stories

Sunday April 19, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

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Thinking about entering the Student Media Advisors Division’s Signature Station Competition? Join last year’s first-place winners in radio and television as they share considerations, connections, and collaborations that informed their portfolio process so you can organize, galvanize, and realize your own Signature Station success.
Moderator: Marjorie Yambor, Dalton State College
Panelists: Shawn Andrew Isaacs, University of West Georgia
Austin Bartolomei-Hill, Appalachian State University
Richard Reed, Program Director, WOLF Sports Network
Kylie Karner, Appalachian State University

Moderators

Marjorie Yambor

Dalton State College

Speakers

Kylie Karner

‘24- ‘25 AppTV Station Manager, Appalachian State University

Shawn Isaacs

General Manager, University of West Georgia

I have 25 combined years of radio experience in small market radio and college radio. As the General Manager of WOLF Radio since 2010 and WOLF Sports Network since 2014, I've lead students to Atlanta market jobs and over 30 national and international award reconitions. The most prized... Read More →

Austin Bartolomei-Hill

Appalachian State University

Richard Reed

Program Director, The University of West Georgia

Sunday April 19, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT
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Student Media Advisors, Other | BEA, Other | Student Spotlight, Other

3:15pm PDT

Festival of Media Arts: Faculty Showcase Session & Awards - Interactive Multimedia, Sports, Audio & Scriptwriting Competitions

Sunday April 19, 2026 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT

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Please join us as we recognize all of the Faculty Festival winners from Film & Video, IMET and Sports competitions.

After the awards are handed out, we will hear from our Best of Competition winners.
Confirmed Presenters

Interactive Multimedia
Emerging Media & Technology Category
Capturing New Perspective in Modern Media: Using Drone Videography to Showcase the Sam Houston State University Community; Antonio Bocanegra II, Sam Houston State University

Interactive Reality Category
Eyes of Freedom Immersive; Pat Clark, University of Colorado Boulder

Sports Competition
Long Form Sports Video Category
Authentic ACC: Syracuse Spring Football; Jordan Kligerman, Austin Beehner, Mike Lang & Richard Wiesmann, Syracuse University

Audio Competition
Long-Form Production Category
The Traveling Radio Show Goes to the CSU!; Jeff Jacoby, San Francisco State

Scriptwriting Competition
Narrative Feature Category
Hole-in-the-Wall; Matthew Evans, University of Georgia

Moderators

Heather Dunn

Arizona State University

Speakers

Jordan Kligerman

Visiting Asst. Professor, Syracuse University

Jordan Kligerman is in his third year as a Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor in the department of Television, Radio and Film within the Newhouse Sports Media Center as part of the Newhouse School at Syracuse University. In his current role, Kligerman teaches Sports Documentary... Read More →

Matthew Nolte Evans

Assistant Professor of Entertainment & Media Studies, University of Georgia

Antonio Bocanegra II

Lecturer of Mass Communication, Sam Houston State University

Antonio Bocanegra II, MFA is an emerging digital media practitioner whose work bridges academic insight and real-world production. As a Lecturer of Mass Communication at Sam Houston State University and a Video Consultant Contractor for Perry Homes, he blends teaching, creativity... Read More →

Pat Clark

Assistant Professor: Critical Media Practice - Faculty Director: Immersive Media Lab, University of Colorado Boulder

Pat Clark is an assistant professor in the department of Critical Media Practices and the faculty director of the Immersive Media Lab at the University of Colorado Boulder. As a media maker and researcher, he is interested in new methods of interactive storytelling and how they can... Read More →

Jeff Jacoby

San Francisco State University

Sunday April 19, 2026 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
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4:30pm PDT

The Future of Local Television, AI, Ownership, and the New Broadcast Frontier

Sunday April 19, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT

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Local television is at a crossroads.
We will look at AI already being used in newsrooms and how these tools could reshape both editorial workflows and ethical standards. We will discuss the operational, technical and editorial makeup of consolidated newsrooms, the rapid growth of streaming newscasts and other local content, and how it all affects the future job market.
We'll also address ownership changes and how these shifts change the way local television has been defined over the years.

Moderator: Suzy Smith, Ball State University
Panelists: Terry J. Heifetz, Ball State University
Michael Brouder, Ball State University
Stephen Crews, Gray Television

Moderators

Suzy Smith

Chair and Associate Professor, Department of Media, Ball State University

Speakers

Stephen Crews

Talent Acquisition Specialist, Gray Television

I have spent over 25 years covering news across the Wiregrass. I spent over a decade working in newspapers and radio, covering news and sports. The experience I gained in a small community is invaluable. I learned how to develop my own film and print my own pictures before transitioning... Read More →

Michael Brouder

Ball State University

Terry Heifetz

Ball State University

Sunday April 19, 2026 4:30pm - 5:30pm PDT
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News, Industry Issues & Updates | BEA, Industry Issues & Updates | Law & Policy, Industry Issues & Updates | AI Spotlight, Industry Issues & Updates

9:00am PDT

Finding Meaningful Professional Development for High School Teachers

Monday April 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT

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This session will be targeted at high school media teachers who want more industry-focused training rather than the garden variety training their districts offer around classroom management and similar teaching topics. High school teachers will discuss their own experiences in gaining industry-level professional development.
Moderator: Donna J Koskela, Pinkerton Academy
Panelists: Frank Z. Pappas, Liberty High School
Justin Andersen, CSDtv Canyons School District
Bobby Gutierrez, Kennesaw State University (former HS CTE teacher)

Moderators

Donna Koskela, M.Ed.

Faculty, Pinkerton Academy

Speakers

Justin Andersen, Ph.D.

Video & Digital Broadcast Specialist, CSDtv Canyons School District

Justin Andersen is the founder of CSDtv at Canyons School District in Sandy, Utah — a student broadcasting program that produces over 250 videos and broadcasts annually. With 16 years of classroom experience, he serves as the district's Video and Communication Education Specialist... Read More →

Bobby Gutierrez

Kennesaw State University

Franklin Pappas

CTE-Broadcast & Video Production, Liberty High School

HS Broadcasting/Video Teacher since 1999. 10+ years full-time commercial broadcast industry experience in San Francisco prior to teaching.
Continued part-time in broadcasting, eventually made teaching my full-time professional priority. :) Still manged to keep my toe in the industry waters as a freelance producer and editor... Read More →

Monday April 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am PDT
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Two-Year/Scholastic Institutions, Industry Issues & Updates | BEA, Industry Issues & Updates

10:15am PDT

Two-Year/Scholastic Institutions Division Meeting

Monday April 20, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT

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Programs of every size have an important voice in BEA join us to discuss the new board structure, scholarships, unique opportunities, needs, and ideas driving two-year and small programs.

Join the Two-Year/Scholastic Division meeting in Las Vegas to connect with colleagues, exchange new ideas, and help shape exciting initiatives for the coming year. These meetings are a welcoming space to build community, spark collaboration, and make your voice part of the conversation. Whether you’re a returning member or attending for the first time, this is a valuable opportunity to network with peers, share insights, and play an active role in your division’s future. We’d love to see you there.

Chair: Tom McDonnell, Metropolitan Community College
Vice Chair: Brian Shelton, Harper College

Speakers

Tom McDonnell

Vice President of Academic Affairs, Metropolitan Community College

Monday April 20, 2026 10:15am - 11:15am PDT
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Two-Year/Scholastic Institutions, Business/District Meeting | BEA, Business/District Meeting

11:30am PDT

Mentoring 101: Building Faculty and Student Success from Campus to Career!

Monday April 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT

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Higher education is facing unprecedented challenges, from declining enrollments and budget constraints to evolving industry demands. Effective mentoring is critical for institutional resilience and student success and can lead to relationships that are reciprocal, long-term partnerships. Mentoring can create learning opportunities where mentees bring fresh perspectives, technological fluency, and innovative approaches that elevate mentors' teaching. Mentoring can also provide mentees with academic guidance, professional networks, and career navigation support. This panel will share mentoring strategies from the perspective of both the mentor and mentee.
Moderator: Stephen Price, University of Central Missouri
Panelists: Karen Russell, Tennessee State University
Adrienne Garvey, Southeastern University
Rynna Burgbacher, Southeastern University
Angela Criscoe, Georgia College & State University
Christopher Scott Jackson, University of Florida

Moderators

Stephen Price

Professor, University of Central Missouri

I am a Professor in the Digital Media Production Program at the University of Central Missouri. I am also the author of the textbook, "Single-Camera Video From Pre- to Postproduction" with Focal Press.

Speakers

Angela Criscoe

Executive Director, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Georgia College & State University

I am the Executive Director of the School of Continuing and Professional Studies at Georgia College. As an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication, I have a passion and interest in researching, exploring, and using innovative technologies in film and television. I... Read More →

Karen Russell

Asst. Professor, Tennessee State University

Adrienne Garvey

Assoc. Professor of Broadcasting & Journalism, Southeastern University

I am a former broadcast journalist who has found herself loving being in the college classroom. I enjoy storytelling through writing especially but also love the added tools of using video and sound to tell a compelling story. I am also deeply interested in the mental health of journalists... Read More →

Rynna Burgbacher

Southeastern University

Monday April 20, 2026 11:30am - 12:30pm PDT
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Curriculum Assessment & Administration, Other | BEA, Other | New Faculty & Graduate Student Spotlight, Other

12:45pm PDT

AI and Program Assessment: Putting Your Digital Helper to Work

Monday April 20, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm PDT

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No surprise that AI has made its way into program assessment, the process of gathering and analyzing student work and other data to improve student learning. This interactive panel explores practical applications of AI in the assessment process—from analyzing syllabi and student learning outcomes to streamlining data interpretation. Participants will examine real-world scenarios that highlight both the benefits and limitations of AI tools, including critical considerations around ethics, data security, and appropriate use.
Moderator: Timothy E. Bajkiewicz, Virginia Commonwealth University
Panelists: Angela Criscoe, Georgia College & State University
Laura K Smith, University of South Carolina

Moderators

Tim Bajkiewicz

Associate Professor, Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture (formerly School of Mass Comm), Virginia Commonwealth University

Assoc. Prof. of Broadcast Journalism
Richard T. Robertson School of Media and Culture
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia

Speakers

Angela Criscoe

Executive Director, School of Continuing and Professional Studies, Georgia College & State University

Laura Smith

Senior Instructor, Univ. of South Carolina

Smith has 35 years of broadcast industry and university-level teaching experience — specializing in journalism and mass communications. Before teaching, she spent more than 12 years working in television, primarily local TV news. She teaches an array of classes for USC's SJMC, including... Read More →

Monday April 20, 2026 12:45pm - 1:45pm PDT
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Curriculum Assessment & Administration, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | BEA, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | AI Spotlight, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs | New Faculty & Graduate Student Spotlight, Teaching Techniques/Tips & Educational Programs

2:00pm PDT

Your Media Job Search in the Age of AI

Monday April 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:00pm PDT

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This panel for students and advisors engages Audience Interaction about Artificial Intelligence in today’s job market. Media managers and broadcast experts explore the fusion of legacy expectations and contemporary innovations that will keep your skills sharp and your spirit savvy as you craft your career.
Moderator: Marjorie Yambor, Dalton State College
Panelists: Jamie Pence, Owner/Creative Director/Editor, Videobred Inc.
Dez Rowe, Chief Photojournalist, KXRM Fox 21 News
Jeremy Whiting, General Manager, WDBM Impact 89 FM
Jon Whiting, Advisor, MSU Telecasters

Moderators

Student Media Advisors, Industry Issues & Updates | BEA, Industry Issues & Updates | Media Management & Content Strategies, Industry Issues & Updates | AI Spotlight, Industry Issues & Updates | Student Spotlight, Industry Issues & Updates

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