J-Days
The School of Journalism and Strategic Media hosts its annual J- Days celebration in April.
The week includes the Scholarship reception & ceremony and the Roy Reed lecture series.
SJSM faculty also host special lectures and journalists and media professionals as guest speakers throughout the week. Many J-Days events are planned in conjunction with the Lemke Journalism Alumni Society.
About the Lemke Journalism Alumni SocietyJ-Days 2025 | Schedule of Events:
Monday, April 14:
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2-3:15 p.m. Samuel Ajala
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University of Arkansas Communication Department graduate student will discuss his Pulitzer Center funded reporting on rock blasting in Nigeria, ( KIMP 148 )
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- 7 p.m Movie Night "The Proposal" (SCEN 407)
- popcorn, dirty soda bar, and candy provided
Tuesday, April 15:
- 10 a.m - 4 p.m. Student Showcase (KIMP 2nd floor atrium)
- 5:30 p.m. Art Meripol Reception ( KIMP 148 )
Wednesday, April 16:
- 2 p.m. 2025 Scholarship Ceremony ( Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House )
- 6 p.m. Roy Reed Lecture Reception
- 7 p.m. Roy Reed Lecture featuring Chuck Todd ( Janelle Y. Hembree Alumni House )
Thursday, April 17:
- 10 a.m. - noon Resume Review & Headshots in the Student Media Center ( KIMP 203 )
Friday, April 18:
- 12pm-2pm NAHJ Churros and Soda event ( KIMP 2nd floor terrace )
Saturday, April 19:
- 9 a.m. - noon Lemke Journalism Project Event
- High school reporters in the Lemke Journalism Project will wrap up their media literacy training with a celebration. ( KIMP 148 )