About the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication
About the SJGC
As the first accredited program of its kind among the nation’s historically black colleges and universities, the School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC) sets the standard in both fields. Since its founding in 1982, SJGC consistently receives high marks for the quality of its graduates. Students have earned awards and honors for their work on multiple media platforms from the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences College Awards, the Associated Press, CNN, the coveted William Randolph Hearst Medallion and numerous other entities.
SJGC 2022-2027 Strategic Plan
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"The School of Journalism and Graphic Communication’s 2022-2027 strategic plan is a dynamic blueprint that will hold the School accountable to itself and its stakeholders."
— Mira Lowe, Dean of the School of Journalism and 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 (SJGC) 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 who 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, 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 (SJGC) 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 different media platforms — newspaper, radio, television, and web — and how to use various software programs. Dr. McGhee has over 13 years of professional experience as a TV reporter, anchor, and host.
Associate Dean
Dr. Elaine Bryant is the 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/President of her own consulting and training business - EWBRYANT ASSOCIATES. Dr. Bryant has 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 varied audiences at conferences, conventions, and meetings in her own humorous, down-to-earth approach.
Our Divisions
The 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.
Graphic Design Student - Graphic student working on assignments.
Faculty Instruction - Dr. Leah Hunter teaching a student.
Alumni - FAMU Alumna Pam Oliver on the sideline reporting for Fox Sports.
WANM 90.5 On Air Student Personality - WANM 90.5 Student talking on-air.
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.
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.
FAMU NABJ Student Chapter - FAMU NABJ students pose with there 2021-2022 advisor Ms. Chandra Lanier.
LLC Student in FAMU TV-20 - Living Learning Community Student records news package for FAMU TV-20 original programming.
Alumni and Students - Alumna and President of ABC News Kim Godwin with Graphic Communication Alumnus Elijah Rutland hold his custom designed FAMU sweater.
We Finish Strong - Dean Lowe celebrates with an SJGC graduate as they walk across the commencement stage.
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 campus television channel, Journey magazine, and WANM-FM campus radio station. The school’s faculty provides scholarly, relevant, and research-based instruction to more than 500 undergraduate majors. Our alumni are leaders and contributors to a variety of creative and communication sectors across the globe.
With a focus on nurturing critical thinking and creativity, our faculty are dedicated to providing scholarly, relevant, and research-based instruction to our students.
Our Students have numerous opportunities to showcase their talents and gain valuable experience, including the award-winning Famuan student newspaper, FAMU-TV campus television channel, Journey magazine, and WANM-FM 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 our institution
The SJGC Board of Visitors
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The SJGC Board of Visitors 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 careers in journalism, public relations and graphic design. -
The BOV will assist the school’s efforts to grow its reputation as an educational leader, and a valued resource for student professional development leading to internships and employment in the communications industry. Board members serve as advocates for the school, advisors to the Dean and resources for funding scholarships and technical equipment.
Meet The BOV
