About the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication
About the SJGC
As the first accredited program of its kind among the nation’s HBCUs, the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication sets the standard in print, broadcast, digital, and visual media. Since its founding in 1982, SJGC has consistently received high marks for the quality and impact of its programs and graduates. SJGC students are among FAMU’s highest-achieving scholars and have earned regional and national honors for their work across multimedia platforms, including awards from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences College Awards, Edward R. Murrow Awards, Intercollegiate Broadcasting System Media Awards, American Advertising Awards, Hearst Journalism Awards, and many others.
SJGC 2022-2027 Strategic Plan
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"The School of Journalism & Graphic Communication’s 2022-2027 Strategic Plan is a dynamic blueprint that will hold the school accountable to its students, faculty, staff, alumni, the greater campus community, and all other stakeholders."
— Mira Lowe, Dean of the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication
SJGC 2022-2027 Strategic Plan
The SJGC Mission, Vision & Values
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Mission
We prepare students to be confident, multi-platform communicators for an evolving media marketplace, with a pedagogical emphasis on active learning and experiential experiences. -
Vision
We will be globally recognized as a premier school that produces students with the knowledge, skills, and experience to excel in the digital and traditional aspects of journalism, public relations, and graphic design. -
Values
Our core values are collaboration, creativity, innovation, and professionalism.
SJGC Leadership
Dean
Dean Mira Lowe is the chief academic and administrative officer of the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication at Florida A&M University. She previously served as assistant dean for student experiences at the University of Florida College of Journalism and Communications. While at CNN Digital, Lowe was the senior editor for Features and oversaw various editorial initiatives, partnerships and multiplatform opportunities, working closely with research, sales and product teams. Before CNN, she was the editor-in-chief of JET magazine, becoming the first woman to helm the venerable African American newsweekly. Dean Lowe is a shaper of ideas, a motivator of people, and an innovator who builds new things.
Associate Dean
Dr. Felicia McGhee is a professor and associate dean of Curriculum and Student Success in the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication at Florida A&M University. She previously served as the head of the Communication Department at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, where she managed the daily operations of a department with more than 400 majors and minors and supervised 20 full- and part-time faculty and staff. She also taught courses on writing for various media platforms — newspaper, radio, television, and web — and instructed students on how to use diverse software programs. Dr. McGhee has over 13 years of professional experience as a TV reporter, anchor and host.
Associate Dean
Dr. Elaine Bryant is associate dean of Administrative and Fiscal Affairs in the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication and assistant professor in the School of Business and Industry. Dr. Bryant is also the CEO and president of a consulting and training business - EWBRYANT ASSOCIATES. Dr. Bryant has over 25 years of expertise in managing fiscal affairs and human resources at three State of Florida agencies, city government and non-profit organizations. She specializes in leadership strategic visioning and community outreach planning and implementation. Dr. Bryant is a motivational speaker who has been given a gift to inspire her audiences to pursue and take hold of all that life has to offer. She speaks to various audiences at conferences, conventions and meetings with a humorous, down-to-earth approach.
Our Divisions
SJGC is composed of two divisions—journalism and graphic communication. Journalism offers instruction in digital, broadcast and print journalism, along with public relations. Graphic Communication offers instruction in graphic design (including publicatio
Hand On Instruction - Journalism Student operating a camera in the TV-20 studio.
We Finish Strong - Dean Lowe celebrates with an SJGC graduate as they walk across the commencement stage.
Faculty Instruction - Dr. Leah Hunter teaching a student.
Broadcast Journalism Student - Broadcast Journalism Student conducting podcast using her iPad in the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication Library.
Broadcast Journalism Student - Broadcast Journalism Student interviewing students outside the Florida Capitol building after a march.
LLC Student in FAMU TV-20 - Living Learning Community Student records news package for FAMU TV-20 original programming.
FAMU NABJ Student Chapter - FAMU NABJ students pose with there 2021-2022 advisor Ms. Chandra Lanier.
Alumni - Alumna and Former President of ABC News Kim Godwin with Graphic Communication Alumnus Elijah Rutland holds his custom-designed FAMU sweater.
Student Awards - Journalism Student Johnathan David gives acceptance speech for his film "Defy The Odds"at the 44th Annual Sports Emmy Awards for the 2023 Coca-Cola Sports Production Grant
SJGC Grads Are Back - SJGC Alumni and Students poses for a picture after the panel discussion with Alumna Kim Godwin, ABC News President and Dean Mira Lowe.
Students - FAMU PR Students at the University of Georgia Myra Blackmon AdPR Academy for Diversity and Inclusion
Student Awards - Graphic Design Students with Florida Print Awards
WANM 90.5 On Air Student Personality - WANM 90.5 Student talking on-air.
Graphic Design Student - Graphic student working on assignments.
Journalism Student - Journalism Student giving weather reports live on air.
Journalism Student - Journalism Student interviewing Former Head Football Coach Willie Simmons on location.
Alumni - FAMU Alumna Pam Oliver on the sideline reporting for Fox Sports.
Our Students, Faculty, & Alumni
Students showcase their talents and gain experience on campus through student media, which includes the award-winning FAMUAN student newspaper, FAMU TV-20 campus television channel, Journey magazine, and WANM-FM 90.5 campus radio station. The school’s faculty provides engaging scholarly, relevant, and research-based instruction to more than 500 undergraduate majors. Our alumni are leaders and contributors to a variety of news, creative, and communication sectors across the globe.
With a focus on nurturing critical thinking and creativity, our dedicated and accomplished faculty provide scholarly, relevant, and research-based instruction to our students.
Our students have numerous opportunities to showcase their talents and gain valuable experience, including working in professionally modeled newsrooms and studios at the award-winning FAMUAN student newspaper, FAMU TV-20 campus television channel, Journey magazine, and WANM-FM 90.5 campus radio station.
Our alumni are making significant contributions across a variety of creative and communication sectors worldwide. Their leadership and innovative spirit reflect the high-quality education and hands-on experience they received at SJGC.
The SJGC Board of Visitors
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The SJGC Board of Visitors (BOV) is a body of accomplished journalists, communications executives, industry leaders, and prominent alumni dedicated to supporting, advancing and protecting the school’s efforts to prepare students for successful careers in journalism, content development, public relations, and graphic design.
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The BOV assists the school’s efforts to advance its reputation as an educational leader. The group is a valued resource for helping SJGC accomplish its goals for student professional development that leads to quality internships and employment opportunities in the media and communications industry. Board members serve as advocates for the school, advisors to the dean, supporters to our students, and provide resources for funding scholarships, technical equipment and more.
Meet the BOV
