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Jilian Musser '27
"The journalism faculty at Point Park have impacted how I see and apply myself as a reporter."
Pictured is Jilian Musser.
Alumni Profile
Maggie Stasko '18
"I’ve always felt so prepared for what I do professionally because of what I was taught at Point Park. Having professors who are still in the field makes all the difference because they’re able to teach from experience. It’s more real world and less textbook."
Pictured is Maggie Stasko. Photo | Ethan Stoner
Student Profile
Gregory Hillman '24
"I chose to major in sports communication because I knew of the excellent connections Point Park has with the Pittsburgh sports teams and organizations around the country. There are so many resources and activities for students to get involved with on day one."
Alumni Profile
Josh Frketic '11
"My broadcasting degree is more than a degree. If I only had the degree, then I would not be where I am today. It is really what the University provides more than anything, and that is an opportunity to do great things."
Pictured is Josh Frketic.
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."
Center for Media Innovation Relocates to West Penn Hall
Tuesday, April 18, 2023 The CMI — a cutting-edge learning lab for students, as well as a hub for local media and the Downtown Pittsburgh community — now has a space on the first floor of West Penn Hall on Wood Street.
Student Profile
Justin Stewart '23
"I had the chance to attend Point Park's High School Journalism Workshop and I really liked the campus and how intimate it felt. Plus, it’s in a good spot in Downtown Pittsburgh to easily walk to different locations."
Pictured is Justin Stewart. Photo | Natalie Caine
Student Profile
Anna King Skeels '24
"As a Point Park student you create your own path. Especially as a theatre arts student, you get to direct your own education. The resources available to us, both at school and in the Pittsburgh area, are plentiful."
Pictured is Anna King Skeels. Photo | Madi Fisher
Student Profile
Andrew Bensch '23
"Point Park is preparing me for career success because the classes I am taking are relevant to what I want to pursue. I am excited for next semester because I will be taking two classes about archiving. I often find that what I learn in class, I can immediately apply to my archival work for West View Borough, and vice versa."
Pictured is Andrew Bensch. Photo by Natalie Caine.
2022 Fall High School Media Day
Thursday, October 27, 2022 More than 160 prospective students explored the fields of media, marketing and communication at Point Park University's annual High School Media Day Oct. 21.
Student Profile
Jake Dabkowski '23
"There’s so much culture in Pittsburgh, and being able to experience it unfiltered is one of the coolest things about going to Point Park. It is far more fulfilling than going to a school that is just a campus and nothing else."
Pictured is Jake Dabkowski. Photo by Natalie Caine.
Alumni Profile
Jordyn Hronec '21
Pittsburgh Business Times hires 2021 School of Communication grad Jordyn Hronec as a digital producer.
Pictured is Jordyn Hronec. Submitted photo.
SPJ Mark of Excellence Awards
Tuesday, May 18, 2021 Students reporting for The Globe — Point Park's independently run student newspaper — received several SPJ Mark of Excellence Awards in Region 4, including Best All-Around Student Newspaper (Small). 
A photo of Village Park. Photo | Megan Gloeckler
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.
Alumni Profile
Lauren Clouser '20
"At Point Park, many professors are still working in their fields and are able to provide up-to-date information about the industry and help us make important connections. I was also so excited to get to study in a city where so many opportunities are just a bus ride away."
Pictured is Lauren Clouser. Submitted photo.
Alumni Profile
Kayla Snyder '20
"From my first day at Point Park, we were learning real-world knowledge about the industry. The emphasis of experiential learning allowed me to complete five internships. The professors taught us everything according to industry standards, which prepared me greatly for my first job."
School of Communication Scholarship Recipients Announced
Monday, November 2, 2020 Point Park University students were awarded endowed scholarships from the School of Communication for the 2020-21 academic year. The scholarships recognize academic accomplishments, experience in student media and/or organizations, among other qualifications. 
An aerial image of Village Park. Photo | Chase Barron
Center for Media Innovation to Host Outdoor Election Night Coverage
Thursday, October 29, 2020 U-View, WPPJ radio, The Globe and the Point Park News Service will be actively working throughout the night while presenting their coverage outside on campus and livestreamed on the CMI's YouTube channel. Additionally, the broadcast will be projected 40-feet high on the YWCA building at Wood Street and Third Avenue. 
Alumni Profile
Matt Desmond '12
"I had opportunities to attend other universities out of high school, but what made Point Park’s School of Communication stand out was the ability to get that hands-on experience from day one. You don’t get that experience anywhere else."
Pictured is alumnus Matt Desmond. Submitted photo.
School of Communication Program Spotlight: B.A. in Broadcast Production and Media Management
Monday, August 10, 2020 "New students can be active in their major and get involved with student media from day one. They can join U-View — Point Park's student broadcasting network — and crew a show, host an on-air segment or even produce their own content. Additionally, with minimal training, they can produce their own show on WPPJ, our student-run radio station," said Robin Cecala, Ph.D., associate professor of broadcast production.
Student Profile
Taylor Spirito '21
"My internship was all about handling the media to ensure they had the proper resources to do their jobs ... It feels like I had a networking opportunity everywhere I turned! My job led to me constantly being surrounded by professionals not just in the Penguins organization, but media from all over the country and beyond," said Spirito.
Pictured is Taylor Spirito. Submitted photo
Alumni Profile
Casey Hoolahan '18
"My experience with student media like U-View and The Globe were vital in preparing me to be the one-man band that is a multimedia journalist. Those groups pushed me to refine my writing and video skills and to find my own stories to tell — independence is vital as a reporter in a small town," said Casey Hoolahan '18.
Pictured is Casey Hoolahan. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Tiffany Walker '21
Cinema production Major Tiffany Walker is gaining hands-on experience as a Dream Big Studio Intern at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Pictured is Tiffany Walker. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Kayla Snyder '20
Public relations and advertising major Kayla Snyder is a new business marketing intern with Beyond Spots & Dots Ad Agency.
Pictured is Kayla Snyder. Photo | Nick Koehler
Pioneer Records Launches Third Season of On-Campus Radio Show
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 Pioneer Records, Point Park University’s student-operated record label, will launch their third season of "Backstage with Pioneer Records," the label's on-campus radio show, Feb. 7, 2020.
Pictured is Derek Makin, senior SAEM major. Photo by Dana DeSantis, junior SAEM major.
Alumni Profile
Kalea Hall '13
"I left Point Park as an intrepid reporter after tough love from the professors. They pushed me to step out of my comfort zone to get the story. When I left I felt ready to tackle every story thrown at me from the tearjerkers to the hard-hitting investigative pieces that create change."
Pictured is Kalea Hall. Submitted photo
Student Profile
Mya Pici '21
Meet Mya Pici, a junior sports, arts and entertainment management major from Spring Hill, Fla.
Pictured is Mya Pici, sports, arts and entertainment management major
Alumni Profile
Miranda Van Bramer '17
Meet School of Communication alumna Miranda Van Bramer, on-air talent and promotions assistant for BIG 104.7 FM/iHeartMedia Pittsburgh.
Pictured is Miranda Van Bramer. Photo | Brandy Richey
The Point, Spring 2019
Friday, April 19, 2019 Highlights include: Pittsburgh Playhouse artistic director Ronald Allan-Lindblom steps down, broadcasting student Colton DeBiase shares stories of Pittsburghers who continue Fred Rogers’ legacy of kindness and love, SAEM students boost ticket sales for the world premiere of The Old Man and the Sea and the Cleveland Cavaliers, plus more!
The Point, Fall 2018
Thursday, December 6, 2018 Highlights include: curtain rises on new Pittsburgh Playhouse in Downtown Pittsburgh, establishment of new School of Education, Point Perk coffeehouse and more.
Point Park University Opens Point Perk Coffeehouse; Campus Welcomes New Space for The Globe, WPPJ
Tuesday, August 28, 2018 “In addition to being a great place for students to grab coffee and something to eat, Point Perk will feature a moveable stage to allow for live music, comedy and other events," said Keith Paylo, dean of students.
An interior photo of Point Perk, the University's new on-campus coffeehouse. Photo | Nick Koehler
Alumni Profile
Justin LaBar '09
Since graduating from Point Park, LaBar has worked for Trib Total Media and World Wrestling Entertainment.
Pictured is Justin LaBar. Photo | Brandy Richey
Student Profile
#PittsburghMe: Meet Jess Paterchak, Broadcast Production Major
Pictured is Jess Paterchak, broadcast production and media management major
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
Alumni Profile
2017 Alumnus is Managing Editor for The Northside Chronicle
"So many professors have aided me in my growth not just as a journalist, but as a writer, as a photographer, and as a videographer," said Neil Strebig.
Pictured is alumnus Neil Strebig. Photo | Nick Koehler
Photojournalism Major is a Mark of Excellence National Award Winner
Tuesday, October 10, 2017
Center for Media Innovation: A Learning Hub for Students to Hone Skills for their Future
Friday, September 22, 2017 In its second year of operation, Point Park's Center for Media Innovation continues to provide hands-on experience and networking opportunities for students in a variety of majors.
(L-R) Panelists Alyse Horn, Ann Belser, Eric Heyl and AmyJo Brown 
Political Science Alum, Analyst for Government Accountability Office to Speak at Convocation
Monday, August 21, 2017 Meet Anthony Costulas, program analyst for the United States Government Accountability Office (GAO).
SAEM 2016 Alumna Named Manager of Artistic Operations for the Pittsburgh Symphony
Thursday, June 15, 2017 Meet 2016 alumna Kimberly Preloskly.
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.
People of Point Park: Kim Payne '79, Talented and Sweet
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
People of Point Park: Kim Payne '79, Talented and Sweet
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
WPPJ Radio Earns National Recognition
Monday, December 19, 2016
Internship Profile: Trever Sheets, KDKA-TV
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Student Media Outlets Interview Attorney General Candidates at On-Campus Debate
Thursday, November 3, 2016 "It was an incredible experience to meet the candidates in person and photograph this live event on campus," said Shayna Mendez, a senior photojournalism major and apprentice for Point Park's Enrollment Marketing Department.
(L-R) Candidates for Pennsylvania Attorney General Republican John Rafferty and Democrat Josh Shapiro
Transfer Student Neil Strebig is an Editorial Intern for Pittsburgh Magazine
Thursday, July 21, 2016
Broadcast Major Josh Croup Gains Real-World Experience Interning with Pittsburgh Pirates
Tuesday, June 14, 2016
SAEM Alumna Working in Monaco for a Leading Producer of Film Finance Conferences
Monday, June 6, 2016 Meet Lucy Osinski, business development consultant for Winston Baker.
Outstanding Student Awards Banquet Recognizes Academic Excellence and Leadership
Tuesday, April 26, 2016
Student Spotlight: Meet Maggie McCauley, Pittsburgh Three Rivers Marathon Intern
Monday, April 11, 2016
People of Point Park: Anthony Costulas, '12, and Nikki Williams, '13, found love and a career path
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
#PittsburghMe: Meet Hunter Dimmick, Business Management Major
Monday, February 8, 2016
Internship Leads to Full-Time Job at Post-Gazette for 2014 Alumnus Andrew Goldstein
Tuesday, January 12, 2016 "The professors at Point Park took me from being a novice writer to someone who could jump into the Post-Gazette and get up to speed quickly in a fast-paced newsroom environment," he said.
People of Point Park: Shayna Mendez, '16 Sees the World Through Her Lens
Tuesday, December 22, 2015
People of Point Park: Josh Croup, '18 Is Calling It Like It Is
Monday, December 21, 2015
WPPJ Nominated for College Broadcast Awards
Monday, December 21, 2015
Internship and hard work advance alumna's career to promotions manager for CBS Radio
Friday, December 18, 2015 Meet Kayla Seybert.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Thria Devlin, Broadcast Reporting Major
Monday, September 28, 2015
Transfer Student Gains Writing, Editing Experience During Internship at Tribune-Review
Wednesday, September 2, 2015
New Civil Engineering Technology Grad Lands Position with Consulting Engineering Firm
Tuesday, August 18, 2015 Meet Colston Cooper, engineering technician for Murray Associates, Inc.
Point Park Experience Prepares Broadcast Student to Succeed at WQED Internship
Monday, August 17, 2015
Creative Writing 2015 Graduate Offered Full-Time Position Right After Graduating
Thursday, July 9, 2015 Point Park alumna Haleigh Kopinski landed a position with Dick's Sporting Goods right after graduation.
#PittsburghMe: Meet Journalism Major Kristin Snapp
Thursday, July 2, 2015
For spring break, students volunteer, travel and sightsee in New Orleans, New York City
Monday, March 16, 2015
2013 Alumna Celina Pompeani is the TV Host for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Thursday, December 18, 2014 "My sister and my dad both attended Point Park because of the excellent broadcast journalism program, which is what sparked my interest in going to Point Park," she said.
Pictured is Celina Pompeani.
Rock-A-Thon Provides Hands-On Opportunities for WPPJ Students
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
Alumnus is Assistant Director of Athletic Video Productions at Baylor University
Tuesday, November 11, 2014
WPPJ Earns Top Honors at College Radio Awards
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
WPPJ Nominated for College Radio Awards
Tuesday, February 25, 2014
Public Relations and Advertising Alumna Gina Pennline Works for Girl Scouts
Monday, February 17, 2014
2012 Alumnus is Director of Broadcasting and Media Relations for Erie Otters Hockey
Monday, January 13, 2014 Meet Aaron Cooney.
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