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Alumni Profile
Josh Croup '18
"The hands-on training I received at Point Park from professors who are still working in the field gave me a strong foundation that helped me hit the ground running as soon as I graduated."
Alumni Profile
Allison Schubert '20
"My internships and the hands-on experience prepared me, and nearly all of my employers have been impressed with how much experience I gained just through being involved."
Pictured is Allison Schubert, communications assistant for the Detroit Tigers. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Kristin (Snapp) Andreassi '17
"I knew the professors still worked in the industry at the area's top publications, leading to relevant course material and meaningful connections. Point Park's location in the city also sets students up for seemingly endless internship and post-grad job opportunities."
Pictured is Kristin (Snapp) Andreassi.
Pittsburgh Current Newspaper's Margaret Welsh Discusses Music Journalism, Shares Interviewing Tips
Monday, October 14, 2019 Margaret Welsh, Pittsburgh Current’s music editor-at-large, recently visited Point Park University to discuss the niche field of music journalism with students in various majors.
Students Help Launch Point Park-Themed Restaurant Near Campus
Tuesday, May 7, 2019 From menu and music entertainment ideas to social media and campus history décor recommendations, students and staff in the Rowland School of Business and School of Communication helped with the launch of Wolfies Pub this spring.
Pictured are Point Park University students in Wolfies Pub. Photo | Amanda Dabbs
History of American Music Class and SAEM Students Visit Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Tuesday, April 9, 2019 Point Park University students in the History of American Music class taught by Jehnie Burns, Ph.D., associate professor of history, as well as SAEM majors from Ed Traversari’s entertainment management classes, recently traveled to Cleveland, Ohio, to explore the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame.
Pictured are Point Park students with Professors Jehnie Burns, Ph.D., and Ed Traversari. Photo submitted by Burns
2019 Spring High School Media Day
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 The Center for Media Innovation and School of Communication hosted more than 150 students and teachers from 16 high schools in Pennsylvania and Ohio for the annual spring media day March 15 on campus.
A photo from 2019 Spring High School Media Day at Point Park University. Photo | Brandy Richey
International Media Class Visits Hearst Italia, la Repubblica, Rai Milan, Burson-Marstellar and More
Thursday, June 28, 2018 "We had a great array and variety of guest speakers who prepared us for this journey, experienced something from every platform and saw amazing cities to grasp the diversity and beauty that is Italy," said Professor Helen Fallon. 
International Media Class 2018 in Italy. Photo | Jan Getz
Students Win Awards at Society of Professional Journalists Conference at Point Park
Friday, April 6, 2018 Alexander Popichak, Josh Croup and Nikole Kost won Mark of Excellence awards at the Region 4 conference "Building Bridges: Navigating the Ever-Changing World of Journalism."
Point Park University's Nikole Kost, Alexander Popichak and Josh Croup at the Society of Professional Journalists Conference at Point Park. Photo | Aimee-Marie Dorsten
Governor Tom Wolf Visits Point Park University for Public Session on Redistricting
Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Point Park University welcomed Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf to its Center for Media Innovation Feb. 1 for a public listening session on gerrymandering and redrawing fair congressional districts on the state's map.
Gov. Tom Wolf visited Point Park University for public session on redistricting. Photo | Chris Rolinson
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Josh Croup, Broadcast Reporting Major
Pictured is Josh Croup, broadcast reporting major.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Josh Croup
Friday, January 12, 2018
Point Park Students Interview for Internships and Jobs at 2017 Baseball Winter Meetings
Thursday, January 11, 2018 "I had interviews with eight teams and received an offer from the Omaha Storm Chasers and Perfect Game USA. One of, if not, the most rewarding experiences was establishing connections at the meetings," said Allison Schubert.
Point Park University students at the 2017 Baseball Winter Meetings.
Students Gain First-hand Experience Working with AT&T SportsNet Production Crew
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 School of Communication students spent their Friday nights working behind the scenes with the AT&T SportsNet production crew for high school football broadcasts.
(L-R) Michael Turk, Josh Croup, Allison Schubert, Meghan Macioce, Dara Collins and Sara Mackulin.
Broadcast Reporting Major Josh Croup Wins Mid-Atlantic Emmy
Tuesday, September 12, 2017
Point Park Hosts Student Summit of Universities Working Together to Stop Sexual Violence
Monday, April 3, 2017 More than 60 college students throughout the Pittsburgh region attended the 2017 Student Summit "Looking Forward - Combatting Sexual Violence On Campus" hosted at Point Park University March 25.
Point Park's Student Media Reports on the Presidential Inauguration in Washington, D.C.
Thursday, January 26, 2017 Point Park University's School of Communication majors representing reported on the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump Jan. 20 in Washington, D.C.
(Back L-R) Vincent Ferrainola, Josh Croup, Julianne Griffith, Chloe Jakiela, Robert Bertha, Emily Bennett, Sam Morrison and Alexander Popichak. (Front L-R) Blaine King, Casey Hoolahan, Gracey Evans and Alexander Grubbs.
Broadcast Major Josh Croup Gains Real-World Experience Interning with Pittsburgh Pirates
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
#PittsburghMe: Meet Hunter Dimmick, Business Management Major
Monday, February 8, 2016
Internship Leads to Full-Time Job at Blender, Inc. for Alumna Katy Albert
Wednesday, September 30, 2015 "Point Park is a dynamic and creative place that is bursting with opportunity and excitement. Considering the city environment, industry-seasoned professors and dedication to hands-on learning, Point Park was the ideal fit for me," she said.
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