Articles by Tommy Kopetskie
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Mia Ginaé Watkins ’16 embraces ‘chaotic good’ in TEDx talk
November 4, 2026
In her TEDxLaSierraUniversity presentation, the 鶹Ƶ alumna encourages audiences to trust their instincts, challenge convention and turn ambitious ideas into reality.
鶹Ƶ team excels in national sport marketing challenge
November 4, 2026
Four sport management students advanced to the final round of the Sport Marketing Association Case Study Competition, applying classroom knowledge and professional experience to develop merchandise strategies for the Washington Commanders.
鶹Ƶ Drone Day showcases emerging technology, explores future of AI
November 3, 2026
The School of Communications' annual event brought together nearly 160 registrants to explore artificial intelligence, agricultural applications and the expanding capabilities of drone technology.
Former Gov. Pat McCrory offers candid take on politics during class conversation
November 2, 2026
Speaking virtually with students in Assistant Professor Israel Balderas' Politics and Mass Media class, the former North Carolina governor shared firsthand insights into political campaigns, the Republican Party, and the challenges facing today's voters.
Get Out the Vote: 鶹Ƶ, Queens students use design to encourage civic engagement
October 29, 2026
Visual communication students at 鶹Ƶ and graphic design students at Queens University of Charlotte collaborated on a series of nonpartisan voting posters, marking the School of Communications’ first in-class partnership with Queens since the universities announced their intention to merge in September 2025.
鶹Ƶ Drone Day to explore AI, emerging drone applications on Friday, Oct. 30
October 27, 2026
From artificial intelligence to agricultural applications, the School of Communications’ annual event will showcase how drone technology is evolving and reshaping industries.
Pulitzer Center journalist urges students to lead with empathy in journalism
October 21, 2026
During an Oct. 20 lecture, award-winning journalist Sophie Neiman shared firsthand accounts of Sudan’s humanitarian crisis and challenged audiences to consider why the conflict receives so little international attention.
Amanda Sturgill receives grant to explore students’ use of generative AI
October 19, 2026
The School of Communications faculty member’s project could provide valuable insights into how artificial intelligence is shaping student learning and classroom instruction.
Sport Management Internship Forum puts student learning in the spotlight
October 19, 2026
The Oct. 12 forum’s student panel shared lessons from internships with NASCAR, the Boston Red Sox and Mercedes-Benz Stadium, highlighting the value of hands-on experience, professional connections, and stepping outside their comfort zones.
Pulitzer Center journalist Sophie Neiman to discuss Sudan’s civil war
October 15, 2026
The Tuesday, Oct. 20, lecture will explore the human impact of one of the world's worst humanitarian crises and the importance of reporting from overlooked conflict zones.