School of Global Journalism & Communication
Morgan State University
Website: morgan.edu/sgjc
Mission & Vision
The SGJC prepares the next generation of media leaders to shape public discourse through equity-driven storytelling, strategic communication, and global engagement. Inspired by Freedom’s Journal—“We wish to plead our own cause. Too long have others spoken for us”—SGJC centers underrepresented voices and builds infrastructure for lasting impact.
Academic Excellence
SGJC offers a liberal arts foundation with professional training across three departments:
- Multimedia Journalism – Reporting, writing, and digital storytelling
- Strategic Communication – Public relations, advocacy, and brand messaging
- Media Production – Broadcast, film, and digital content creation
Students graduate equipped to lead in media, policy, and entrepreneurship.
Signature Projects
- Worldwide Learning Lab – Global media exchange and cross-cultural collaboration
- Emmy-Winning Documentaries – Celebrating Black history and institutional legacy
- Community Journalism Initiatives – Addressing news deserts and media equity
These projects reflect SGJC’s commitment to legacy-building and systemic change.
Digital Media Center
A state-of-the-art facility supporting student-led content creation across video, audio, and digital platforms. It includes professional studios for broadcast journalism, podcasting, and multimedia production—empowering students to own their narratives.
Recent Highlights
- Capital Emmy Award for historical documentary
- Launch of “From Baltimore to London” podcast on Black news deserts
- 2025 Vernon Jarrett Medal awarded for journalistic excellence
- Strategic partnerships with Visit Baltimore and national media organizations
Why It Matters for Symposium Guests
SGJC exemplifies the kind of institutional leadership needed to equipt the next generation of multicultural media professionals to sucessfully navigate the new media landscape. Its students, faculty, and alumni are building the future of inclusive media—through storytelling, infrastructure, and coalition engagement.