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SAEM 20th Anniversary Celebration
Friday, April 14, 2023 "It's not just learning from a book. It's always been about adaptability and learning new skill sets. That mentality is something I take into my job now. I love that I have a degree in SAEM from Point Park and I'm proud to be an alumna."
Rocky Bleier Among Special Guests Celebrating Annual Myron Cope Day at Point Park University
Friday, February 3, 2023 Steelers legend Rocky Bleier will join Pittsburgh media heavyweights as the School of Communication at Point Park University celebrates its second annual Myron Cope Day February 20.
A photo from 2023 Myron Cope Day. Photo | Joey Bova
2022 PAB Radio/TV Broadcast Camp
Friday, August 5, 2022 Point Park University's Department of Community and Summer Education hosted its first Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters (PAB) Radio/TV Broadcast Camp July 10-15, welcoming high school students from across the region. 
Point Park University’s School of Communication Introduces B.A. in Broadcasting
Wednesday, January 26, 2022 The Bachelor of Arts in Broadcasting with concentrations in broadcast reporting or broadcast production begins fall 2022.
School of Communication Hosting Myron Cope Day
Monday, January 24, 2022 Point Park University's School of Communication will celebrate Myron Cope Day February 7 by hosting three panels about his time as a communication professional in Pittsburgh.
Alumni Profile
Elena LaQuatra '14
"With campus being in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh, I was able to spend time shadowing several local journalists and with the help of my professors, I secured internships with two of the news stations while completing my classes."
Pictured is Elena LaQuatra. Submitted photo
Pathways to Perform Podcast
Tuesday, April 27, 2021 Dance Professor Kiesha Lalama teamed up with School of Communication students to produce the Pathways to Perform podcast. The goal of the podcast is to inspire and guide young artists on a path towards success in various industries.
The Pathways to Perform logo.
Pittsburgh Penguins Communication Pros and Local Media Experts to Discuss Covering Sports Media During a Pandemic
Friday, September 18, 2020 Industry professionals who worked inside-and-outside of the NHL "bubble" during the Stanley Cup Playoffs will share their experience navigating sports media during a pandemic.
A flier for "Covering Sports Media During a Pandemic, presented by the Center for Media Innovation and Pittsburgh Center for Sports Media and Marketing.
Alumni Profile
Brittany Hoke '10
"I think Point Park is one of the most well-connected schools in the area. Our professors worked in the industry in Pittsburgh, which is huge. Learning from them and being able to go to them for advice long after graduation day has been invaluable." - Brittany Hoke, anchor/reporter, WTAE-TV
Pictured is Brittany Hoke. Submitted photo
Alumni Profile
Kelly Sasso
"The classes I took required that I go out and shoot and write stories on tight deadlines - sometimes solo, sometimes in a team - which is the exact skill you need when you take your first job," said Sasso.
Pictured is alumna Kelly Sasso.
Students Encouraged to be Good Storytellers at Center for Media Innovation's Opening Day
Thursday, September 22, 2016
Washington Post Reporters to Discuss Race, Local News Media
Tuesday, September 20, 2016
Fall Events at the Center for Media Innovation
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
2014 Broadcasting Alumna Elena LaQuatra is WTAE's 4 the 412 Host and Miss Pennsylvania USA
Friday, January 8, 2016 "I chose Point Park for several reasons - I really liked the location in Downtown Pittsburgh, class sizes are small and I wanted the one-on-one experience with my professors, the broadcast program is top notch and I was lucky enough to receive scholarships. It made sense for me to choose Point Park and I'm so glad I did," she said.
U-View Newscast Production Class Prepares Students for the Real World
Friday, June 20, 2014
Point Park Hosts Frank Bolden Urban Journalism Workshop
Monday, August 19, 2013
Alumni Profile: Kate Keib, promotion manager
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
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