Frank Wetzel (’50): Retired editor found competition with larger papers ‘part of the fun’

By Amanda Ma – Beginning at age 17, Frank Wetzel (BA, 1950) knew he was made to be a journalist. A trip to the Buchenwald concentration camp at the end of World War II as an infantryman solidified that interest…

In a Seattle Town Hall presentation, Robert Merry (BA, ’68), UW Communication Hall of Fame member, career journalist and author, will provide clarifying context through a provocative analysis of how presidential politics works and how the country sets its course….

Ed Joyce editor at KPCC Ed Joyce (’77) was recently promoted to Editor, Breaking News for Southern California Public Radio (KPCC). He also oversees KPCC’s business/economy coverage. Posted: August 15, 2012 Mary Whipple wins gold in rowing The United States…

By Simone Willynck – Throughout his life, Doug Ramsey (BA, 1956) has followed the journalism career path. He’s had many different experiences and opportunities that led him toward that field ranging from writing a history paper in eighth grade to…

By René Bogan – “You can venture out and not be confined to a little world, and circumscribed to certain boundaries. You can do other things. I was willing to try different things at an early age and not be…

By Collin Denton – Lorraine Howell (BA, ‘82) author of Give Your Elevator Speech a Lift! is a highly accomplished Department of Communication Cum Laude alumna whose motivational seminars and skills conferences in media skills training have been requested by…

By Amanda Weber – Libby Catalinich (BA, ’82) sat down with a group of undergrads on May 16 to speak with them on what she’s learned about creating a successful career in communications over the past 30 years. Currently the…

By Collin Denton – Seattle-based broadcast journalist Michael Harris (Political Science, BA, ‘87) is a highly accredited producer and filmmaker most widely recognized for his work with wildlife. During his career he has made 30 full-length films, been nominated for…

Photographer Steve Shelton revisits Sudan

The Department of Communication caught up with multimedia journalist Steve Shelton (BA, 1984) as he was preparing for his second trip to the village and refugee camp of Doro, Sudan. Once more partnering with Dr. Allan Kelly of the international…

By Collin Denton – Cheryl Ross (BA, ‘02) was born and raised in Seattle and attended Nathan Hill High School. She fell in love with communication as she began working as an announcer on the student-run station, KNHC 89.5.  After…