Hall School of Journalism and Communication
At the Hall School of Journalism and Communication, we've been fostering student success through innovation and hands-on experience for more than 50 years.
At the Hall School of Journalism and Communication, we've been fostering student success through innovation and hands-on experience for more than 50 years.
From broadcast equipment that rivals professional television stations to communication instructors with decades of real-world experience in journalism, advertising, public relations and communication, we are ready to help students succeed globally. Our graduates include award-winning public relations professionals, radio and television personalities, respected photojournalists, advertising executives and multimedia journalists working for newspapers and digital media groups. Schedule a tour to see why the Radio-Television Digital News Association named Troy University the sixth-best journalism program in the Country.
As the world continues to turn to radio, television and other electronic media for information, media outlets will need journalists with the knowledge, skills and techniques to use these channels effectively.
Broadcast Journalism
Are you ready to turn your passion for storytelling into a rewarding career? Do you want to gain hands-on skills that prepare you for success in the fast-paced world of media?
Multimedia Journalism
Gain in-demand skills in branding, media strategy, and persuasive communication that employers across every industry value. Whether you're passionate about creativity or strategy, this minor gives you the tools to stand out in any career.
Strategic Communication in Public Relations and Advertising
Clear and effective communication is essential to organizational — and personal — success. Troy University's Master of Science in Strategic Communication program trains you in the skills you need to build on your media, communications or industry career.
Strategic Communication (Master's)Employers in the communications industry are looking for applicants with talent, skill and experience. Many journalism programs attempt to polish students' talents and abilities, but where do you gain the knowledge to help you succeed in your career?
Hall School of Journalism and Communication students gain practical experience working at Troy University's award-winning student media groups – TROY TrojanVision TV station, the Tropolitan student newspaper and the Palladium yearbook.
The Troy University Hall School of Journalism and Communication is proud to present J-day each fall in order to educate future college students about the options they have when choosing a career path in the field of journalism.
J-Day's purpose is to provide information in a relaxed, fun atmosphere, including
educational workshops, lectures, lunch and student media competition. Students will
find a creative, enjoyable atmosphere that allows learning to happen naturally.
Get Ready for J-Day
The Broadcasting Club is the Hall School of Journalism's organization focused on fostering industry success for Troy University students interested in the fields of radio and television. Members of the Broadcasting Club have the chance to meet broadcast professionals and learn about topics such as resume reels, power reporting and employment possibilities. Students interested in learning more about the Broadcasting Club should contact Stefanie East.
Lambda Pi Eta is the official communication studies honor society of the National Communication Association. It has approximately 420 active chapters at colleges and universities worldwide. Lambda Pi Eta recognizes and fosters outstanding scholastic achievement in communication studies across the disciplines of Communication, Journalism, Theatre and Art & Design.
Members are selected and invited to join Lambda Pi Eta if they have completed at least 60 semester hours, completed at least 12 semester hours in a Communication related major, maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.0 in Communication Studies, Journalism, Theater, or Art & Design.
Members benefit from joining Lambda Pi Eta, because the organization promotes professional development among majors, builds close relationships between faculty and students, as well as nurtures the development of leadership skills and civic responsibility. New members are recognized annually during Honors Convocation and the Lambda Pi Eta initiation ceremony. Graduating seniors proudly display their superior academic accomplishment by wearing the Lambda Pi Eta honor cord and pin during the graduation ceremony.
Contact Dr. Shari Hoppin for more information about Lambda Pi Eta.
The JSAC is made up of the presidents of journalism and communications organizations, the editor and the business manager of The Tropolitan, and the news director and the producer of TrojanVision. The Council serves as a liaison between the students and the director on matters pertaining to the School of Journalism and Communication.
Contact Dr. Robbyn Taylor for more information about JSAC.
Some people think the Journalism Alumni Chapter is all about networking. Some think the JAC is a professional association. Some think the JAC is all about Troy Trojan Spirit. The JAC is about all of these, plus it is about the success of the Hall School, its alumni and its current students.
Membership in the JAC is open to all Hall School graduates and carries concurrent membership in Troy University's National Alumni Association. JAC membership is also open to current Hall School students at a special student discounted rate.
The JAC and Troy University Alumni Association funds several scholarships for Hall School students plus sponsors Career Day and the Hall School of Journalism and Communication's Student and Alumni Awards Banquet in the spring.
Contact Dr. Robbyn Taylor for more information about JAC.
A group of Troy University journalism students traveled to Starkville, Mississippi, to participate in the Southeast Journalism Conference (SEJC) over the weekend.
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