University of Montevallo Mass Communication Program

01/30/2025

Join us in congratulating Mass Comm alum Hollie Mann on her new job as a Communications Manager with A+ College Ready!
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01/30/2025

Join us in congratulating Mass Comm alum Michaila Hightower on her new job as a reporter at WPLG Local 10 in Miami!
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01/29/2025

College Night is almost here! Join us for the Department of Communication Alumni Brunch as we celebrate Homecoming!
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When: Feb. 15, 2025, from 10-11 a.m.
Where: Snead Commons in Strong Hall
Who: All COMS & Mass Comm alumni, faculty, staff & current students
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For those requiring accommodations for this event, contact the Access & Compliance Office at [email protected] or (205) 665-6250.

01/22/2025

Thanks to WVTM 13 Assistant News Director Hunter Stone for visiting campus today and talking to students about starting their careers in broadcast news!

01/20/2025

Due to the possibility of winter weather and icy road conditions in Shelby County, the University of Montevallo will transition to e-learning on Tuesday, Jan. 21. University offices will be closed. No extracurricular activities will be held. Residence halls and Anna Irvin Dining Hall will be open. Please follow Falcon Foods on social media for updates on hours of operation.

Be sure to monitor local media for updates on weather conditions and take appropriate actions.

The UMAlert System is used only in the event of serious emergencies impacting campus. Please take a few minutes to ensure you have provided accurate and up-to-date contact information in the UMAlert system. Shelby County residents may also sign up for ShelbyALerts. Learn more on our website → https://bit.ly/4ephKyx 🔗

The University will continue to monitor weather conditions and will provide updates should further communication be necessary.

Stay safe, Falcons!

01/20/2025

Today, we honor the legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. 💛💜 Let us reflect on his powerful contributions and commit to building a brighter future together.

"Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education." - Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

01/14/2025

Join us for our Communication Career Day Networking Fair! Meet UM alumni and other professionals to learn about career paths and opportunities related to the fields of Mass Communication and Communication Studies!

When: Wednesday, Feb. 26, from 10-11:30 a.m.
Where: McChesney Student Activity Center atrium
Who: Open to all UM students, faculty & staff

If you are an alum or professional interested in having a table at the networking fair, please RSVP to Dr. Bruce Finklea ([email protected]) by Feb. 14.

For those requiring accommodations for this event, contact the Access and Compliance office at [email protected] or (205) 665-6250.



Sponsored by the University of Montevallo Department of Communication & University of Montevallo Career Development Center

01/08/2025

Thanks to everyone who came to today’s Mass Comm majors meeting!
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We are looking forward to a great semester!

01/06/2025

Welcome back, Falcons! We hope you have a great first day!
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01/03/2025

Join us for the Spring 2025 Mass Comm Majors Meeting!

•Wednesday, Jan. 8
•3:30 p.m.
•Andy Jordan Broadcast Studio in Strong Hall
•Free food & door prizes!

See you there!

01/01/2025

Happy New Year!!!
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We hope you have a great 2025!

12/25/2024

Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah (Dec. 25-Jan. 2), or Kwanzaa (Dec. 26-Jan. 1), we wish you a very happy holiday season!

12/13/2024

We are excited to have Dr. Sean Atkinson as the new dean of the College of Fine Arts!

Story from the University of Montevallo Office of Marketing & Communications MONTEVALLO, Ala. – The University of Montevallo has appointed Dr. Sean Atkinson as the new dean of the Col…

12/12/2024

Watch the Commencement livestream Friday night!

Join us as we honor the Class of 2024 on Friday, Dec. 13, at 5 p.m. in Central State Bank Arena at the McChesney Student Activity Center.
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Can't make it to campus? You can visit youtube.com/MontevalloForYou to view the livestream produced by the University of Montevallo Mass Communication Program.

12/11/2024

Our next Senior Spotlight is Taylor Walker!
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She’s a Broadcast Production major and a Digital Filmmaking minor.
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After graduation, Taylor plans to work as a producer or in social media management.
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12/10/2024

Our next Senior Spotlight is Hollie Mann!
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Hollie is a Multimedia Journalism major and earning a minor in Social Media Administration.
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After graduation, Hollie plans to work in public relations and social media administration.
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12/10/2024

Join us in celebrating our December graduates!
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First up is Kylie Jordan! She’s in the Multimedia Journalism concentration and recently completed an internship at ABC 33/40.
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After graduation, she plans to work as a reporter/MMJ or digital content producer.
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