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Keith Pepper named 2026-27 Cox Institute Industry Fellow
Keith Pepper, owner and publisher of Rough Draft, a leading local media organization in metro Atlanta, has been named the Cox Institute’s Industry Fellow for 2026-27. “The Cox Institute is […]
Cox Institute welcomes new faculty, announces new roles
The Cox Institute is welcoming one new faculty member and has made several key role changes as the 2026-27 academic year begins. The Cox Institute’s purpose is to prepare students […]
Griffiths Innovators receive third place, fan favorite in competition
Three Grady College journalism students in the Griffiths Innovators program received third place nationwide and earned the fan favorite award at a national competition through the Reynolds Journalism Institute on April 30, […]
Cox Institute hosts visual literacy scholar for Spring 2026 News Literacy Certificate Celebration
University of Georgia students gathered with faculty and peers for the Spring 2026 News Literacy Certificate Celebration. More than 40 attendees marked the achievements of graduating certificate students and explored […]
Cox Institute students recognized at 2026 Spring Dinner
The Cox Institute for Journalism Innovation, Management & Leadership presented its medal of achievement to 30 journalism students during the Institute’s 2026 Spring Recognition Dinner. Held March 24 at the University […]
Levin Leaders to document best practices in leadership through podcasts
The Cox Institute’s leadership program, which is 14 years old this year, has added a new immersive exercise to its training. Each of the 10 Levin Leaders are responsible for […]
Griffiths Innovators elevate local news through digital strategy
Through the Griffiths Innovators program, University of Georgia students sharpen their digital media skills while also contributing to the growth and sustainability of local journalism across Georgia. The unique opportunity […]
Fink Fellows strengthen local democracy with city council coverage
The Cox Institute’s Fink Fellows enhance their writing, visual storytelling and editing skills via partnerships with local journalism outlets across Georgia. The 10 University of Georgia students have the unique […]
Cox Institute hosts media literacy influencer Kelsey Russell for News Literacy Certificate Fall 2025 Celebration
University of Georgia students collaborated with their peers and heard from media literacy influencer Kelsey Russell at the News Literacy Certificate Fall 2025 Celebration. The event highlights the accomplishments of […]
Cox Institute Griffiths Innovator earns Poynter ACES Certificate in Editing
Maura Potvin, a 2025-26 Griffiths Innovator with the Cox Institute, recently earned a Certificate in Editing through the Poynter Institute, a training program offered in partnership with the American Copy […]