It is hard to make a change in the world when no one seems to listen, but Canadian twin sisters Phoenix and Mercedes Arn-Horn prove that all you need is a strong voice. These twins banded together to create music featuring powerful lyrics and heavy instrumentals to shine a light on uncomfortable topics such as gender violence, inclusivity and diversity.
UWG alumni graduate of 2016, Yonisha Elmadany is the CEO of a video production company called “Yoshfilmss.” With over 30,000 followers on instagram @yoshfilmss and a nationwide business, Elmadany helps film content for companies to improve their social media presence.
Since The University of West Georgia features many students with different and unique cultural backgrounds, they ensure that every student gets the representation they deserve. They go out of their way to make sure that the students feel represented and get to learn about different cultures by leaving the responsibility to the Department of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Since 1981, Media Day has been the biggest event for the UWG’s School of Communication, Film and Media. The event is meant to encourage Mass Communication majors and any other students interested in a media career to learn about how to succeed in the industry. On Mar. 6 the 42nd annual Media Day will take place.
On March 6, the School of Film and Media will be hosting Media Day 2024. The Film and Video Department is getting ready to ensure that they can showcase their students and their amazing skills. They also want to make sure that everyone, not just their students are prepared to attend the big event.
PR and media-oriented professionals are invited Wednesday, Mar. 6 in the Campus Center from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It will be a day you don’t want to miss. The UWG School of Film and Media will hold its signature event, the 42nd annual Media Day. Public Relations Associate Professor Kelly Williams, an alumni and current professor at UWG, is coordinating this event. Over fifty companies and experts will be present to advise on the tools students need to become successful PR and media professionals.
The School of Communication Film and Media at UWG kicks off the 42nd annual Media Day on March 6. This event will be held in the Campus Center at 10 a.m. and ends at 3:30 p.m. will allow SCFM students to get connected, network and discover new opportunities in media.
Amongst the professional businesses and organizations visiting for Media Day’s networking session is UWG alumnus Chadwick Brock, a freelancing camera operator and steadicam owner.
The travelling Black history museum, Homage, on Feb 19 with their exhibit, Black Life History and Culture was displayed in honour of Black history Month. The museum was open to the public. The Homage Exhibit focuses on African American history and culture, aiming to highlight the Black experience in the United States from the era of slavery to contemporary times.
Emma Swales Media Day has been a signature event at the University of West Georgia
