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Sam Kristofferson brings his visual journalism skills into new role as EIC of My Bellingham Now
2023 graduate Sam Kristofferson became the EIC of My Bellingham Now. He uses the storytelling skills he learned at WWU to provide free news to Whatcom County.

Klipsun’s release party bridges gap between magazine and campus
On Friday, Jan. 10, Klipsun magazine threw a release party for its newest issue with food, drink and music provided by DJs from the campus radio KUGS. The release party was the idea of Editor-in-Chief, Jase Picanso, who wanted to bridge the gap between campus and the magazine.
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Alumni Accolades – Fall 2024
Western journalism alumni accomplishments can be seen in papers, stations and organizations nationwide. In this post we highlight a few recent accolades and and career updates.

Western journalism alumni named Murrow News Fellows
Western journalism alumni lead the selection of Murrow News Fellows in a new state program designed to boost reporting in underserved communities.

From the water to the world: Genevieve Carrillo’s journey of passion and purpose
Genevieve Carrillo is a community specialist at Whatcom Transportation Authority and assistant coach for the Western men’s rowing team. The 2016 public relations grad discusses how her experiences in the journalism department and on the water as a coxswain influenced her career.
In the News …
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Western becomes newest member of Kappa Tau Alpha journalism honors society – Western Today
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A trip to nationals helps launch a journalism career – Western Window
- Three journalism alums win lawsuit against Western for violating Washington State Public Records Act – Cascadia Daily News
- Trio of WWU faculty reflect on their time at Western as retirement looms – WWU News
- Journalism’s Brian J. Bowe Receives Fulbright Award to Conduct Research Abroad in Palestine – WWU News
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A Trip to Nationals Helps Launch a Journalism Career – Western Window